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What is a good recipe for sweet potato pie?

Preheat an oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit. Combine 2 cups of peeled and cooked sweet potatoes with 1 cup of sugar, 1/2 stick of melted butter, 2 eggs and 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract in a mixing bowl using an electric hand mixer. Season the filling with 1/4 teaspoon of salt, 1/4 teaspoon of ground cinnamon and 1/4 teaspoon of ground ginger and mix again. Transfer the filling to a pre-made 9-inch pie crust, set in the oven and bake for 35 to 45 minutes until the filling sets. Take the pie out of the oven and allow it to cool to room temperature.\nMake the meringue topping by beating 3 egg whit..

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What is a good English meat pie recipe?

To make a Cornish pasty, a type of baked pastry, combine 18 ounces of strong white flour with 4 ounces of grated lard, and then work in 3/4 ounce of margarine or butter and 1 teaspoon of salt until the mixture turns crumbly. Add just enough cold water to form a smooth dough. Wrap the dough in plastic wrap, and chill it for two hours. Roll it out onto a floured surface, and cut out large circles.\nDivide 7 ounces of diced beef skirt, 6 ounces of peeled and diced potatoes, 4 1/2 ounces of diced rutabaga and 2 diced onions among the pastry circles, and top the meat and vegetables with a little cl..

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What are some good hullers for walnuts?

The Lever Action Nutcracker is meant to crack not only walnuts, but other hard shelled nuts such as hickory nuts, butternuts and macadamia nuts. Its frame is made of aluminum alloy, and it is mounted on a hardwood base for added stability. Nuts are placed between two bolts and cracked when a lever is depressed to bring those bolts together. The gears are fully adjustable to accommodate different nut sizes.\nThe Steel Nutcracker II houses the nuts between the two metal plates of a fulcrum. They are held in place by two metal grippers that can accommodate several sizes of nuts. When the lever is..

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How long can I soak potatoes in water?

Washing potatoes that are parboiled or steamed helps to remove a greater amount of amylose than simply soaking them in water, creating mashed potatoes with a much fluffier texture. Rinsing is also beneficial for potatoes that are fried because the starch on the outside of the potatoes tends to burn before the inside of the potato is cooked.\nPotatoes contain approximately 18 percent starch, although different kinds of potatoes contain different amounts. Russet and white potatoes have the highest starch content, so they do not hold their shape well after cooking. Their mealy texture is perfect ..

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What are the six fruit groups?

Berries are small, juicy fruits with thin skins. Pits have an outerskin covering a soft, fleshy mesocarp and hard stone endocarp. Core fruits have a central core containing seeds and a thick layer of mesocarp flesh. Citrus fruits have a thick outer rind and a segmented flesh. Melons are large, juicy fruits with thick skins and many seeds. Tropical fruits are those that grow in warm climates, such as bananas, figs and avocados.

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What are some poke cake recipes?

To begin, prepare a boxed butter or white cake mix, moist variety, according to instructions. For the coconut-lime variation, add 1/2 cup coconut shredded coconut, and pour the mix into greased and floured 9-by13-inch pan. Bake according to directions.\nWhile the cake bakes, prepare the filling. To use gelatin, prepare it according to instructions. For the piña colada variation, mix 14 ounces of condensed milk, 15 ounces of cream of coconut and the juice from a can of pineapple.\nWhen the cake has baked and is still warm, poke holes in it with the handle of a wooden spoon and pour the filling..

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What is a good homemade tuna casserole recipe?

Preheat the oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit. Mix together 1 can of cream of mushroom soup, 1/2 cup milk and 2 tablespoons pimentos, if desired. Stir in 1 cup frozen peas, 2 cans drained tuna, and 2 cups cooked and drained egg noodles. Spoon the mixture into a casserole dish and bake for 20 minutes.\n\nIn a small bowl, mix 2 tablespoons dry breadcrumbs and 1 tablespoon melted butter. Remove the casserole from the oven and sprinkle the breadcrumb mixture over the top. Return the casserole to the oven for another five minutes or until the topping is golden brown.\n\nThis recipe can also be made us..

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What is a substitute for ricotta cheese in lasagna?

Many people choose to substitute other ingredients in place of ricotta cheese in lasagna. Not only are some people sensitive to dairy, but may also want to lower the fat and calorie count that comes from ricotta cheese.The amounts of cauliflower, tofu, yeast and lemon juice used depend on the size of the lasagna dish. Add layers of pasta, vegetables, and sauce to the meal, and no one may notice the cheese is missing.

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Which foods increase nitric oxide?

Watermelon contains the amino acid L-Citrulline, which increases nitric oxide levels. Pomegranate is an ideal source of nitric oxide, and studies show that it reduces arterial plaque thickness and increases testosterone. Walnuts increase nitric oxide, lower blood pressure and boost testosterone levels. Some other excellent foods to increase nitric oxide are dark chocolate, oranges, brown rice, beets, cranberries, honey and garlic.\nNitric oxide allows cells in the body to communicate. It is integral to blood circulation, and helps with the regulation of important organ and brain functions. Stu..

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What are some easy and healthy Italian salad recipes?

Make the Sicilian salad by tossing fennel slices, orange segments, red onion slices, torn mint leaves and extra-virgin olive oil in a bowl. Season with salt and pepper, then serve on a platter with a finishing touch of oil-cured black olives.\nMake the Tuscan salad by tossing blanched and chopped green beans, torn Romaine lettuce, canned cannellini beans, pitted black olives and red onion slivers in a bowl. Dress with lemon juice, extra-virgin olive oil, salt and pepper, then serve with shaved Parmesan cheese on top.

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