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What are the differences between yams and sweet potatoes?

Yams, from a different family of plant entirely, are dry and starchy. They are imported to the United States from the Caribbean. The confusion between the two names arose when the orange-fleshed sweet potato was introduced to the United States. At the time, producers wanted to distinguish it from the white variety. Farmers used the English version of the African word "nyami," calling the orange sweet potatoes yams.

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What is a good recipe for persimmon jam?

Remove the stems from the persimmons and scoop out the pulp. Discard the skins of the fruit, as they cannot be used in the jam. Pour the pulp, 1 cup of water and the lemon juice into a saucepan over medium heat.\nAdd the pectin and butter to the ingredients in the saucepan, then increase the heat so that the fruit mixture boils. The mixture's temperature should be such that it continues to boil even while it is being stirred.\nAdd the sugar to the saucepan, and boil the ingredients for an additional 4 minutes while stirring constantly. Reduce the heat and skim any foam off the top of the ..

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Can a rewards card be used to order over the phone from Pizza Ranch?

Once a rewards card has accrued dollar credits, it can then be used to purchase any food item from the Pizza Ranch menu. Points can be earned through orders that are made at a Pizza Ranch branch, carry-out and delivery orders. Points can also be received by purchasing a Pizza Ranch gift card.

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How do you make homemade caramel sauce?

Combine 1/3 cup water and 1 1/4 cups sugar in a large heavy saucepan, and cook the mixture over medium-low heat, stirring frequently until the sugar dissolves. When the sugar is no longer visible, turn the heat up to medium-high, and warm until it gently boils and the syrup becomes amber in color. Use a wet pastry brush to apply the sauce down the sides of the pan, and swirl the pan gently for about eight minutes. Swirling leads to more evenness with cooking than stirring. Add 3/4 cup whipping cream gradually, and add 1/3 cup butter. Stir slowly until the mixture has a smooth texture. Remove t..

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What are some popular recipes from Chatelaine?

To make a chickpea and sweet potato curry, cook 1 tablespoon vegetable oil, 1 chopped onion, 2 minced garlic cloves, 2 tablespoons of curry powder, 1 tablespoon of minced ginger and 1/4 teaspoon of salt in a preheated saucepan over medium high heat for two minutes. Stir in 2 peeled and chopped sweet potatoes and a 796-milliliter can of diced tomatoes. Bring the mixture to a boil, reduce the heat to medium low and simmer for 15 minutes while covered. Add in drained and rinsed chickpeas from a 540-milliliter can, and cook for about 10 minutes. Top the dish with 1/2 cup of fresh cilantro, and ser..

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What are some good Nesco Roaster recipes?

To make Nesco's roast pork recipe, lightly grease the roaster with oil. Preheat to 400 degrees Fahrenheit while melting 2 tablespoons of butter. Place the pork roast in roaster, cover and cook for 10 minutes, then reduce the temperature to 325 degrees Fahrenheit. In a separate bowl, mix together 1 tablespoon of brown sugar, 2 tablespoons of Dijon mustard, 1 teaspoon of Thyme and 1/2 tablespoon of black pepper. Remove the rack with the meat from the roaster, spread mixture on the roast, and place it back in roaster. Cook for 2 to 2 1/2 hours, until internal temperature of the meat reaches ..

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What is a professional wine taster called?

Sommelier is a world-wide recognized occupation requiring certification and study. The Court of Master Sommeliers provides four levels of certification, which include a binding code of ethics and conduct. Since its implementation in 1969 until 2014, only around 200 people have been awarded a level four certification. This level certifies them as a Master Sommelier. Level three certification earns the achiever the title of Advanced Sommelier, and level two certification earns them the title of Certifed Sommelier.

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What is a good shrimp salad recipe?

To make this shrimp salad, boil 5 quarts of water with 1 teaspoon of kosher salt and a quartered lemon in a large saucepan. Add half the shrimp and reduce the heat to medium. Cook uncovered for three minutes until barely cooked through. Use a slotted spoon to remove the shrimp to a bowl of cold water. Bring the water back to a boil and repeat using the second half of the shrimp. When the shrimp are cool, peel and de-vein them.\nIn a separate bowl, combine 2 cups of mayonnaise, 1 teaspoon of Dijon mustard, 2 tablespoons of white wine or white wine vinegar, 1 teaspoon of salt, 1 teaspoon of fres..

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What is a good recipe for lobster bisque by Emeril Lagasse?

Make a roux base for Emeril Lagasse's lobster bisque by heating 3 tablespoons of vegetable oil in a heavy pot or Dutch oven and adding 3 tablespoons of bleached all-purpose flour, 1 tablespoon at a time. Stir the mixture constantly for about 10 minutes, or until it is blended and turns light brown. Add 1/2 cup minced onion, 1 cup of corn kernels, 2 tablespoons of minced shallots and 2 tablespoons of minced celery to the roux. Stir in 1 tablespoon of minced garlic, 1 teaspoon of salt and 1/2 teaspoon of cayenne pepper, and cook until the onions soften.\nSlowly stir in 1 cup of fish stock o..

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What are some vegetables rich in iron?

To improve the absorption of nonheme iron, people can increase intake of vitamin C, while coffee, tea and foods high in calcium can reduce iron absorption. Foods that are high in vitamin C include citrus, broccoli and red, yellow and orange peppers. Other vegetables high in nonheme iron include sweet potatoes, peas, chard and kale. Nonheme iron is also found in wheat germ, rice, some beans and some seeds. Fruits are another source of nonheme iron.\nHeme iron can be absorbed at a rate of up to 30 percent and is found in meats. Meats highest in iron include liver, shellfish, beef and turkey. Pra..

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