Posts tagged: food

Aug 22 2008

We All Scream for Ice Cream!

While it wasn’t the ice cream we enjoy today, frozen desserts were around in ancient Rome. Slaves trekked to the mountains and carried back snow so it could be mixed with fruit and honey for Emperor Nero. There are even stories that Alexander the Great and Marco Polo enjoyed frozen concoctions.

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Aug 20 2008

Strawberry Freezer Jam Recipe

Easily capture berry flavor in a jar without cooking or canning! Freezer jam can be made in less than an hour, and you only need a few ingredients.
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Jul 29 2008

Preserve the Taste of Summer | Drying, Canning, and Freezing

The crops are coming in, and they’re abundant this time of year. Whether you’re harvesting from the backyard, the farmers’ market or the grocery store, there are a number of ways to preserve that bounty, so you can enjoy the best of the season the whole year through. Continue Reading Preserve the Taste of Summer

Feb 11 2008

Chocolate, food of love, the benefits of chocolate

Some say eating chocolate feels like being in love, so it’s no wonder it has become one of the most popular Valentine’s Day gifts! If you’re lucky enough to receive a gift of chocolate, you can enjoy it guilt-free. Why? Studies have shown that just one ounce of dark chocolate a day can actually be beneficial to your health—so feel free to splurge now and then!

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