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Nuts & Seeds

January 15, 2020

Nuts and seeds from a wide variety of plant families are edible and eaten raw, roasted as snack foods, and used in baking. Nuts and seeds can be good sources of nutrients and often have high oil content. They are known for health benefits but also contain common food allergens. […]

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Teas, Herbs and Spices

July 25, 2019

Teas made from a wide variety of plants are enjoyed across the world and prepared in a number of ways. Herbal teas can include various herbs and may include traditional tea leaves. Herbs and spices serve a wide variety of culinary purposes in all cultures. Dried herbs and spices have […]

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Jams, Jellies, Preserves and Fruit Butter

July 25, 2019

Fruit preserves are preparations of fruits and often sugar, canned in jars for long-term storage. In general, these products are produced by boiling mashed or chopped fruit with sugar and water. The proportion of sugar and fruit varies according to the type of fruit and its ripeness. Jams, jellies, preserves, and […]