You’re doing some food shopping and see a bag of white watermelon seeds for sale as a snack. Didn’t you read somewhere that watermelon seeds contain cyanide? They do, but they contain such small amounts that they will not hurt you. Black watermelon seeds are not good to eat, but for reasons other than cyanide …
For years now, I’ve found that I end up with sticky fingers whenever I deal with honey in any capacity. While much of this has to do with my own messiness, no doubt, it has left me wondering why honey is sticky and what makes it that way. Determined to put this question to bed …
What dissolves honey? Real, raw honey crystallizes. Honey is made up of enzymes, water, minerals, natural sugars, other carbohydrates, and vitamins according to Bee Culture. One of the most important enzymes according to a scientific paper about honey published on the National Institutes of Health website is diastase. Diastase can break down honey into simple …
Mini honey jars are small glass console jars that contain honey. They make the perfect wedding gift or party favor. These cute jars can also be wrapped in gift bags. They are the perfect condiment for a charcuterie or cheese platter. Many companies offer the option to personalize the jars according to the customer’s wishes, …
How to store white rum and how long can it be stored? According to some, rum can remain fine for a long period as it is a base spirit with trusted longevity. It is a fact that properly stored rum can last for many years without turning bad. However, if rum is not sealed, it may turn …
People who don’t know much about cooking and baking can still feel accomplished by making a pumpkin pie. With premade pie crusts and canned pumpkin, most pumpkin pie recipes require just five ingredients. The main challenge is to know the right moment when a pumpkin pie is done. As with most other pies, it is …
Taking the time and practice how to dice carrots will help you improve your culinary skills and make your dishes look better ultimately. When you use consistency in size and shape, you will get a better appearance than using randomly diced carrots. You will also get a better cooking result when your food is evenly …
How to peel a carrot? There is no immediate harm in eating a carrot unpeeled. However, any pesticide residues that have accumulated in the skin of conventionally grown carrots can be removed by peeling them. In addition, the skin often has a slightly bitter taste. If you want the full sweetness of the carrot, peel …
You can buy a bag of grated carrots at any supermarket, however, they are never as good as when you grate carrots fresh at home. They are lower in sweetness and also less aromatic than the ones I grate myself. I enjoy shredding carrots at home because they are fresh and because of their natural …
The beloved carrot is a popular raw vegetable or a cooked side dish. When carrots are ready to harvest, how do you handle them? Growing carrots is fairly simple, including preserving their seeds. Whether you are concerned about storing carrots or you just want to know what you should do to keep them fresh and …