Although eggs have received a bad reputation in recent years, eggs are actually a high nutritious and healthy food. They are a good source of protein, low in calories, and a great source of choline. (About 90% of Americans are choline deficient, a condition that can cause liver and muscle damage.) Eating eggs […]

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Persimmons (sometimes called date plums) are a delightful fall food. In shades of orange, and often looking something like a tiny pumpkin, persimmons have a sweet, jelly-like meat that’s a tasty addition to main courses as well as appetizers, desserts, and snacks. Early Americans learned about persimmons from Native Americans, and soon persimmon […]

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There are essentially six types of potatoes: Russet, red, yellow, white, fingerling, and blue. Each has its own characteristics, and knowing which one is most suited to your dish goes a long way toward making what you cook delicious.
 
At the simplest level, potatoes are either high starch or low starch. Those potatoes high […]

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The season on baking sheets is upon us. Although chefs and bakers use baking sheets all year long, between November and December they often get more use than at any other time of the year. If your baking sheets are looking shabby or not producing results you’re pleased with, now is the perfect […]

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