Tag: Difference

FOOD HOLIDAY: Cobbler, Crisp & Crumble ~ What’s The Difference?

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There’s a group of cooked fruit desserts with crumb or pastry toppings that are similar enough to be confusing. Since today is National Cherry Cobbler Day, we’ll review the differences. BETTY or BROWN BETTY A betty is a crisp (see below) topped with buttered bread crumbs or bread pieces instead of streusel or another topping.…
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Uses For Club Soda & The Difference Between Club Soda & Seltzer

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Drinking club soda is just for starters. Photo courtesy Schweppes.   You may enjoy it as a refreshing drink or a mixer, or sprinkle it on tablecloth spills. But here are other uses for that bottle of club soda, seltzer or sparkling water (see the differences below).     CLUB SODA IN RECIPES 1. Make…
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Grits Are Not Just A Side At Breakfast (& More About Grits)

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[1] Yellow grits from Anson Mills—the best grits we’ve ever had (photos #1, #2 and #4 © Anson Mills). [2] White grits are milder-tasting. The yellow variety has a stronger taste and a gentle hint of sweetness. [3] Polenta is the Italian word for cornmeal. This is heirloom polenta from Anson Mills. [4] A classic…
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