Category: Tip Of The Day

20+ Uses For Pesto & A Recipe For Homemade Pesto Sauce

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The Italian word pesto means paste; the verb pestare means to pound or bruise. Classic pesto sauce, which originated in the basil-rich Italian province of Liguria, consists of basil, garlic, olive oil, pine nuts, Parmesan and Pecorino cheeses plus a touch of salt for seasoning. It’s traditionally made by pounding the ingredients with a mortar…
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TIP OF THE DAY: Fruit Sushi Rolls

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Mango-tuna is one of the three mango sushi rolls at Whole Foods Markets. Photo courtesy Genjiweb.com.   If you patronize a more creative sushi bar, you’ve probably seen mango in a couple of orientations: within a roll or as a wrap. While most sweet fruits don’t pair seamlessly with sushi, mango is an exception. Pineapple,…
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TIP OF THE DAY: Creme Honey

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Like honey but not the dripping and sticky mess? Try creme honey. It’s in a semi-solid state and as spreadable as butter. In many countries around the world, it’s preferred to the liquid/syrup form of honey (see the different types of honey). Creme honey—also known as churned honey, creamed honey, cremed honey, honey fondant, sugared…
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