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What is the difference between legumes and vegetables?

According to the Mayo Clinic, legumes and vegetables are important nutrient sources for humans and livestock. Legumes are also vitally important because of their nitrogen-fixing bacteria. Atmospheric nitrogen is highly inert, which means that it does not react with most other elements. Most plants cannot derive nitrogen directly from the air, but legumes can. Nitrogen fixation converts inert nitrogen into ammonia, which is significantly more reactive. Ammonia is also a crucial ingredient in fertilizer.\nAll plants need nitrogen to thrive. Legumes add nitrogen to the soil, but vegetables remove..

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What does a persimmon taste like?

Persimmons grow on trees. The trees grow to be between 30 and 40 feet tall. The trees require full sun to thrive. Persimmons can be eaten raw or can be included in smoothies and dessert sauces. There are more than 1,000 cultivars of persimmons. Many of the fruits are native to Japan and are referred to as kaki. Persimmons are a healthy source of fiber and are high in copper.

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What are some previous Frito-Lay chip contests?

In 2013, Karen Weber-Mendham of Wisconsin won the contest with her potato chip flavor suggestion of cheesy garlic bread. Three finalists were initially chosen, and their chip flavors entered stores for the public to taste and then vote on a favorite. Online and social media became flooded with votes for cheesy garlic bread chips as soon as the product hit the shelves. In total there were 3.8 million entries.\nIn 2014, there were a total of 14 million submissions for the "Do Us A Flavor" contest. Menecko Spigner McBeth won the contest with her idea for Lay's Kettle Cooked Wasabi Ginger-fla..

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What food is California famous for?

Cioppino is a seafood stew that was brought to San Francisco by Italian immigrants during the 19th century. The stew is made from a collection of crab, clams, shrimp, scallops, squid, mussels and various white fish, all stewed in a broth made from red wine. Its origins date back to when fishermen, after a day's work, would take all the leftover bits of their catch and throw them into a communal pot. The name cioppino may be derived from the Ligurian word that means "to chop," but others attest that it sprung out of the cries of "chip in" that fisherman yelled to their fellows when they we..

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What is a good roasted Brussels sprouts with balsamic vinegar recipe?

Toss the sprouts once while roasting, and roast them until they are slightly browned and tender. After drizzling the vinegar over the sprouts, toss again before serving. Add seasoning if desired.\nAnother variation uses garlic powder, pine nuts and shredded Parmesan. For this recipe, cook the sprouts at 425 degrees for 30 to 35 minutes. Use 2 pounds Brussels sprouts (trimmed and halved lengthwise), 1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil, 1/2 cup balsamic vinegar, 2 teaspoons garlic powder, 2 teaspoons salt and 1 teaspoon ground black pepper as well as 1/4 cup pine nuts, 1/2 cup shredded Parmesan and 8..

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What are the dangers of aspartame, acesulfame, sucralose and other artificial sweeteners?

For people with Phenylketonuria, aspartame is dangerous because it contains high quantities of phenylalanine. Sucralose is thought to be dangerous because it contains chlorine, which is considered a carcinogen, and because of a lack of research on its effects. Acesulfame is considered dangerous because it contains methyl-chloride, also a known carcinogen.\nBecause artificial sweeteners taste many times sweeter than natural sugars, they can, over time, cause the taste buds to adapt, causing people to seek out foods with artificial sweeteners in them and avoid natural sugars for lack of sweetnes..

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What is sage used for?

Sage is a Mediterranean native plant, first mentioned in 1753 by Carl Linnaeus. Pliny the Elder wrote about the Romans' medicinal usage of the herb. Through the Middle Ages, sage was one of the ingredients used in Four Thieves Vinegar, a concoction believed to ward off bubonic plague. People used sage from ancient times through the Middle Ages to treat snakebite, ward off evil and increase fertility in women, among other medicinal uses. Ancients and people of the Middle Ages considered sage a valuable plant for its many purposes, and an old superstition said that business prospered if sag..

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How do you clean and cook cockle clams?

Cockle clams are safe to cook only if they are still alive. If the clam shell is open, tap the shell on a firm object to see if the shell closes. Cook the cockles with water and an acidic ingredient such as white wine or vinegar. Steam them until the shell begins to open. Once the shells open, remove the cockle clams from the acidic water mixture and serve.

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What is a quick and easy Nacho cheese recipe?

To make the sauce, gently melt 2 tablespoons of butter in a small saucepan over medium heat. Add 2 tablespoons of all-purpose flour to the pot, and whisk until the mixture is combined and begins to slightly brown. Slowly add 2 cups milk, whisking constantly, until combined. Continue whisking regularly until the milk begins to simmer. Gradually add 2 1/2 cups shredded jack cheese to the simmering milk, continuing to stir constantly. Once the cheese is fully incorporated, remove the cheese sauce from the heat. The sauce can also be made with cheddar cheese.\n\nIf you're looking for nacho ch..

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What does Jagermeister taste like?

The bitter liquor is a German import featuring 56 spices, herbs and fruits. Bars serve Jägermeister chilled, either from a refrigerator or from specialized Jäger Tap Machines. The name "Jägermeister" means "hunt-master" in German. It refers to the German legend of Hubertas, who saw a grand stag with a cross floating between his antlers during a hunt after his wife died. After giving away his possessions and founding monasteries, Hubertas became the patron saint of hunters. A stag with a cross between his antlers serves as the Jägermeister logo.

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