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Celebrating Biscotti
Today’s Spotlight is on Biscotti.
Biscotti, known also as cantucci, are Italian almond biscuits that originated in the Tuscan city of Prato. They are twice-baked, oblong-shaped, dry, crunchy, and may be dipped in a drink, traditionally Vin Santo.
Biscotti are Italian almond biscuits that are twice-baked, oblong-shaped, and dry. They are also known as cantucci. Biscotti are one of the oldest biscuits originating from Europe. They are enjoyed as a cookie, with a meal or a cup of coffee; dipped, dunked, or dry.
Top 20 Ingredient Substitutions
There is nothing worse than being in the middle of cooking dinner and you realize you are out of one ingredient that you need. Here is list of the top 20 ingredient substitutions that may just save the day, or a trip to the store.
Celebrating Brownies
Today’s spotlight is on brownies.
A brownie is a baked chocolate confection.
It's an American dessert or snack that's named after the color brown. Brownies are often described as a cross between a cake and a cookie. They're baked without baking powder, so they're thicker than other cakes.
A chocolate brownie, or simply a brownie, is a chocolate baked confection. Brownies come in a variety of forms and may be either fudgy or cakey, depending on their density. Brownies often, but not always, have a glossy "skin" on their upper crust.
Celebrating Lox and Bagels
Today’s Spotlight is on Lox and Bagels.
A bagel is a yeast-leavened bread roll that is shaped like a doughnut. Bagels have a crisp, shiny crust and a dense interior. They are often eaten as a breakfast food or snack and are often topped with cream cheese and lox (smoked salmon).
Lox is a salmon fillet that has been cured in salt and may be smoked. The curing process draws out moisture from the fish, preserving it. Lox is traditionally made from the belly of the fish, but other parts of the fish can be used. It has a smooth, buttery texture and a salty flavor. Lox was traditionally made from the belly of the fish, but other parts of the fish can be used today.
Lox and bagels are a classic Jewish deli food. They typically consist of an open-faced bagel topped with:
Celebrating Molasses Bars
Today’s spotlight is on Molasses Bars.
Molasses bars are a cross between cookies and brownies. They're chewy, sweet, and can have a fudgy texture. Some say they're like maple syrup brownies.
Molasses has a flavor that's similar to gingerbread cookies. It has notes of sweet burnt caramel, a hint of smoke, and a prune-like aftertaste.
Here are some variations of molasses bars:
Celebrating Fettuccine Alfredo
Today’s spotlight is on Fettuccini Alfredo.
Fettuccine Alfredo or fettuccine al burro is an Italian pasta dish of fresh fettuccine tossed with butter and parmesan. As the cheese melts, it emulsifies the liquids to form a smooth and rich cheese sauce coating the pasta.
Fettuccine Alfredo is a rich, creamy pasta dish with a hint of garlic. The sauce is made with butter, heavy cream, and parmesan cheese. The parmesan cheese gives the sauce a salty, tangy flavor. Some recipes also include milk and cornstarch to thicken the sauce.
Celebrating Frozen Yogurt
Today’s Spotlight is on Frozen Yogurt.
Frozen yogurt is a frozen dessert made with yogurt and sometimes other dairy and non-dairy products. Frozen yogurt is a frozen product containing the same basic ingredients as ice cream but contains live bacterial cultures.
Frozen yogurt is a frozen dessert made with yogurt and other dairy and non-dairy products. It's also known as frogurt or Froyo.
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Celebrating Nutella
Today’s Spotlight is on Nutella.
Nutella is a brand of brown, sweetened hazelnut cocoa spread. Nutella is manufactured by the Italian company Ferrero and was introduced in 1964, although its first iteration dates to 1963.
Ingredients:
Celebrating Hemp
Today’s Spotlight is on Hemp.
Hemp, or industrial hemp, is a botanical class of Cannabis cultivars grown specifically for industrial or medicinal use. Hemp is a member of the Cannabis sativa family. It can be used to make a wide range of products and food. Along with bamboo, hemp is among the fastest growing plants on Earth.
Hemp is one of the fastest growing plants on Earth. Hemp is grown for its bast fiber or its edible seeds. Hemp seeds are a good source of protein and fiber. They may also have other health benefits, but there is not enough clinical research to say.