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What is a good classic three-bean salad recipe?

The three-bean salad recipe on FoodNetwork.com calls for 8 ounces each of fresh green beans and wax beans. Trim their ends and cut in half crosswise. Add some salt to a pot of water and bring it to a boil. Fill a large bowl with ice water and set aside. Cook the green beans and wax beans in the boiling water for four or five minutes until they are crisp-tender, then drain the beans. Put them in the bowl of ice water to stop further cooking and set their color, then drain out the ice water.\nMince half of a small red onion, soak it in water for five minutes and drain. Combine it with the cooked..

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Are foods containing maltodextrin safe for people with diabetes?

Maltodextrin is a natural, yet highly processed, food additive that comes from plants such as corn and potatoes, explains Healthline. The Food and Drug Administration regards maltodextrin as a safe food additive; however, because it affects blood sugar levels, it is potentially unsafe for persons with diabetes. The additive is found in many foods, including canned fruit, salad dressing, puddings and sauces. Individuals with diabetes should speak with a doctor about the potential risks of consuming maltodextrin.

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What is a basic sponge cake recipe?

To prepare the egg mixture, gather four eggs, 2 tablespoons of sugar, 1/4 teaspoon of salt and 1/2 teaspoon of vanilla extract together. Set aside 1/2 cup of sifted cake flour, 1/2 cup of sugar, 1/2 teaspoon of lemon extract and 1/4 teaspoon of cream tartar. Break the eggs into one of two bowls, remove the yolks, and put the yolks in the remaining bowl. Add the sugar to the yolks bit by bit as you mix until a light texture forms. Once light, pour the lemon and vanilla extracts into the mixture, and place the bowel in a safe place.\nNext, mix the egg whites well, and add the cream of tartar and..

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What is the way to put a picture on a cake?

Edible ink printing is a process in which the designs on a cake and other confectionery products are created on a computer and printed out using a stock printer with a modified cartridge that holds the edible ink. Confectionery businesses that offer edible ink printing on their products use food-grade materials that are approved by the United States Food and Drug Administration with a "generally regarded as safe" classification.Also called frosting sheets, the icing sheets that are made with sugar and starches behave like regular paper in the way they flow through the printer and absorb the ed..

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What are some examples of Native American food?

To make Native American frybread, mix 2 cups of all-purpose flour, 1 tablespoon of baking powder, 1 cup of hot tap water and 1 teaspoon of either seasoning or table salt in a bowl. Use a fork to combine all of the ingredients, and then apply vegetable oil to your hands, and manipulate the dough into the shape of a ball. Place it back into the bowl, and cover with a towel. Let the dough sit in a warm environment for at least 20 minutes. For fluffier frybread, allow it to sit longer.\nHeat an inch of vegetable oil in a frying pan. Determine the correct temperature of the oil by placing a small b..

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What is an easy recipe for peach crisp?

To prepare the peach filling, slice fresh peaches into 1/2 inch pieces or use precut frozen slices. Combine 2 tablespoons of flour, 1 teaspoon of cinnamon and 1/4 cup granulated sugar with 7 cups of sliced peaches in a large bowl until peaches are well coated. Once the peach filling is spread out in the baking dish, drizzle 2 tablespoons of honey over the mixture.\nTo make the crumb topping, stir together 2/3 cup brown sugar, 1/3 teaspoon of cinnamon, 2/3 cup crushed graham crackers, 1/3 cup flour, and 2 tablespoons of rolled oats. Blend in 1/3 cup butter until mixture forms into coarse crumbs..

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How do you make Rice Krispies treats with peanut butter?

Start by greasing your 13 by 9 inch baking pan. Melt 6 tablespoons of butter in a saucepan, then add 4 cups of miniature marshmallows and stir until those melt. Remove the pan from the heat and stir in 1/2 cups of peanut butter until you've thoroughly mixed and melted all the ingredients. Next, add six cups of puffed rice. Stir until all the rice is coated, then press the mixture into the baking pan, and wait until it cools before eating.\nAlternately, you can heat the ingredients in a microwave. Microwave 3 tablespoons of butter and 4 cups of miniature marshmallows on high for three minu..

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What vegetables go well with fish?

Baked, roasted or mashed potatoes make an excellent side dish for a variety of fish, including salmon, trout and catfish. Fried and grilled fish are often served with grilled corn on the cob.Green vegetables, including asparagus, green beans, kale and spinach, are healthy and easy to prepare seafood side dishes. Leafy salads also complement this dish.Although not vegetables, fruit, rice, pasta and a variety of breads are commonly served with fish and seafood main courses.

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Where did sweet potato pie originate?

Fisher's original recipe for sweet potato pie includes sweet potatoes, eggs, butter, milk, an orange and salt. The basic recipe for sweet potato pie is still considered a staple in today’s Southern cooking.\nSlaves used sweet potatoes often because it reminded them of yams, a similar starchy vegetable eaten regularly in Africa. The word yam and sweet potato are often used interchangeably because they are so similar; however, the two vegetables come from different plants. Soft varieties of sweet potatoes are still sometimes labeled as yams in the United States but the U.S. Department of ..

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Does Bojangles offer monthly food and drink specials?

Bojangles is an American fast-food chain with a menu that mostly offers Cajun specialties. Jack Fulk Sr. opened the first Bojangles restaurant in Charlotte, North Carolina, in 1977. The business expanded, and as of 2015 there are 50 Bojangles locations throughout North Carolina's Triangle region and Southern Virginia. The Bojangles menu includes a variety of freshly baked buttermilk biscuits and a range of lunch and dinner items such as salads and wraps, fries, snacks, and boneless chicken.

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