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What is the difference between bratwurst and knockwurst?

Knockwursts are usually short and stubby. They are sometimes smoked. A knockwurst is cooked by heating it in hot water. Traditionally, a knockwurst is served with sauerkraut and hot potato salad. The German word "knack" means "snap." The original name "knackwurst" refers to the juicy "snap" made by the special, natural casing when the sausage is bitten. The vowel was changed to an "O" for the American market.\nBratwurst is usually grilled and served on a piece of bread or hard roll with sweet German mustard. It can also be eaten with curry ketchup to make it a currywurst. There are many differ..

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What is guanabana fruit?

Because it is a tropical tree, the soursop is very sensitive to cold temperatures and cannot tolerate frost. There are several different varieties of soursop that range in flavor from very sweet to sour. Despite its popularity in warm-weather climates, the soursop is a relatively low-yield fruit. A tree only produces a crop of 10 to 24 fruits per harvest.

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What kind of meats are called sweetbreads?

Sweetbreads are a calorie-dense food that is high in protein, fat, potassium and vitamin C. They require a lot of preparation before serving, which often keeps people from cooking them at home. Preparation includes a long soak time, blanching, and trimming of the membrane and vessels. The meat should then be pressed and chilled for a few hours before being sliced for cooking. Prepared sweetbreads are traditionally pan-seared, broiled or fried. Each method results in a crispy outside with a tender and moist inside.

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What is a list of different types of candy?

Chocolate candy is typically rated on darkness, which describes the concentration of cocoa powder to other ingredients, such as milk. Various nuts are also paired with chocolate, as are fruits, nougat and even grains. Eating "chocolates" typically means eating bite-sized pieces of chocolate that come in some type of box with some type of filling, such as truffles. Chocolate also comes in bars and modeled shapes. White chocolate is not considered true chocolate because it lacks solids of the cocoa plant; it is considered a confectioner's product.\nSugar candies can be hard, chewy, soft or ..

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Where do coffee beans come from?

Coffee beans are actually grown on a tropical evergreen bush. These are generally found in the Tropics of Cancer and Capricorn. These bushes can grow up to 30 feet tall, and the fruit, or beans, can take almost a year to fully develop. Because coffee is usually grown in mountainous regions, there is usually not room for machinery, so the beans are picked by hand.

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What is a good oven recipe for London broil?

Make a balsamic glazed London broil by seasoning 1 3-pound London broil cut of beef with salt and pepper to taste and placing it on a baking sheet. Mix 1/3 cup of balsamic vinegar, 1 tablespoon of brown sugar, 1 smashed garlic clove and 1 bay leaf in a skillet, and simmer on low until the mixture thickens. Remove the bay leaf and pour the glaze over the meat. Broil the meat in the oven just 4 inches from the heat for four minutes before turning it over for another four minutes. Allow the meat to rest for five minutes before carving it.\nIn order to make sweet and spicy London broil, whisk 3 ta..

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What is a recipe for Mexican pork posole?

Cut 4 pounds of pork butt into 1.5-inch cubes. Cut one head of garlic in half crosswise, and cut an onion into quarters. Add 10 cups of water to a large soup pot along with the cubed pork butt, the garlic and the onion. Bring the pot to a simmer and cover. Cook over low heat for about 2 hours or until the pork is tender and soft.\nOnce the pork becomes tender, transfer it to a large bowl and set aside. Pour the broth through a strainer into the bowl with the pork and discard the garlic and onion. Pour both the pork and broth back into the soup pot, and skim any fat that rises to the surface. A..

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What were some of the first coffee houses in the US?

The London Coffee House's name refers principally to the aesthetic of its layout, which was chiefly British, with a main sitting room where men read, smoked, discussed and drank. In his book "When In Boston," Jim Vrabel reports that John Sparry opened a coffee house in Boston in October of 1676, but Vrabel does not give its name.\nCirca 1696, The King's Arms opened in New York City. Circa 1700, Samuel Carpenter opened a coffee house adjacent to the Globe Inn in Philadelphia. Carpenter was the Inn's owner and operator. In 1754, William Bradford opened a coffee house in Philadelph..

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How do you use plastic syringes for Jello shots?

Plastic syringes for Jello shots do not have needles. They are available in a variety of sizes such as 1.5-ounce (medium) and 2.5-ounce (large) syringes. Some Jello shot syringe manufacturers, such as EZ-Inject, also include tip caps and a custom-built racking tray with their products. This makes the shots more fun and easier to serve in parties or other special occasions.

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What are some easy dessert pear recipes?

To make four servings of caramelized pears, slice 4 pears lengthwise, and remove the cores with a small spoon. Martha Stewart recommends the red Bartlett variety. Dip each pear half into a plate with 1/3 cup sugar, and cook in a preheated skillet over medium heat for about eight minutes. When the pears begin to brown, add 1/2 cup of water, and simmer the mixture until the pears are tender, usually about seven minutes. The liquid should have a thin but not watery consistency and is served over the pears.\nPears and dried cherries with chocolate sauce also uses 4 red Bartlett pears, split length..

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