Author: Lorraine Wade

Is It Too Late To Plant Broad Beans?

When to grow broad beans. Broad beans are normally sown in the spring, from February to April. However some varieties are particularly hardy and can be sown in autumn from October to November (provided that the soil is still reasonably warm). How late can you plant beans? It’s not too late to plant beans, Goodspeed […]

Can You Eat Black Broad Beans?

Choosing broad beans Young beans can be cooked in their pod and eaten pod and all, or you can pod them, and serve them uncooked in salads or antipasti. As the beans get older later in the season, the beans must be “shelled” out of the pod, plus have the skin removed on each bean. […]

How Much Damage Does A Pike Do?

The attack speed is about 1.5 attacks per second which results in 60 damage per second against unarmored targets, using a 100% damage pike and having 100% melee damage. The Pike can only be crafted at a Smithy, looted from a dead dino’s inventory, or found in Loot Beacons. What does more damage a pike […]

How Were Pikes Used In Combat?

A pike is a very long thrusting spear formerly used in European warfare from the Late Middle Ages and most of the Early Modern Period, and were wielded by foot soldiers deployed in pike square formation, until it was largely replaced by bayonet-equipped muskets. When were pikes last used in battle? A common end date […]

What Was A Pikemen In The English Civil War?

Pikemen were used to defend musketeers against the cavalry. They were also useful to push against the enemy when victory was in sight. They were often placed in the middle of the infantry, with musketeers on either side of them. Who did the pikemen fight for? At the Battle of Laupen (1339), Bernese pikemen overwhelmed […]

Is A Pike Longer Than A Spear?

Pikes are longer than spears, so long that they can only be used in formation warfare. Lances are, in generally accepted modern English usage, used from horseback. Spears were also used from horseback but lances are generally longer. However, some historical sources call both spears and pikes lances. What is the length of a spear? […]

What Does Black Garlic Taste Like?

Black Garlic has a rich, creamy texture and can be spread on bread like butter. It is slightly sweet and tangy, with hints of balsamic and a softened core of garlic. We usually describe it as earthy and robust. Does black garlic taste the same as regular garlic? The flavor of black garlic has the […]

Does Garlic Have A Lot Of Pesticides?

Luckily, there’s a whole category of foods that are not subject to pesticides for the simple fact that most pests don’t have access to them: underground vegetables. Foods like onions, garlic, shallots and radishes grow mostly underground, and thus are less available to most bugs and often go unsprayed. Is organic garlic better than non […]

Is Frozen Garlic As Good As Fresh?

Frozen garlic lacks the crunchy texture of fresh, but the flavor remains strong—and definitely lacks the chemical taste that sometimes accompanies jarred garlic. A common method for freezing garlic is placing peeled cloves—chopped or whole—in olive oil. This is actually the only safe way to preserve garlic in oil. Is frozen garlic as healthy as […]

Why Are My Garlic Bulbs So Small Uk?

Extremes in weather can also cause garlic plants to be stunted, which may include a small, underdeveloped bulb. Pests, including onion thrips and nematodes in the soil, may cause similar stunting. Nematodes cause tops to yellow prematurely and bulbs to deform, while thrips show up as white spots on the leaves. How do you make […]

Does Boiling Garlic Add Flavor?

It’s perfect if you’re a true garlic lover like me. Cooking garlic for a short time tames some of its fire but keeps lots of good taste in your finished dish. Quickly sautéeing or infusing garlic will add lots of piquant garlic notes to your food without the characteristic sharpness. Does garlic lose its flavor […]

Why Did Garlic Turn Blue In Vinegar?

The color change is caused by a reaction between enzymes and sulfur-containing amino acids in the garlic (the same enzymes are responsible for garlic’s flavor). When these enzymes are activated by mild acid, they produce blue and green pigments. Is garlic safe to eat if it turns blue? Can You Eat Blue or Green Garlic? […]

Do Garlic Presses Waste Garlic?

You just need the best garlic press Not only is it tiny, but it does a great job of mincing a whole clove, leaving behind very little waste. The insert, which is usually hard to wash, comes out, making cleanup a breeze too. What happened to the garlic when pressed? Some say that the press […]

Is Chopped Garlic Better Than Pressed?

“Almost all recipes specify chopped or minced garlic. I use a garlic press, as it is so much easier. Can’t see that there is any difference but would appreciate your comments on this,” writes Robin (Nick) Jones. The short answer: There is no significant difference between mincing and pressing fresh garlic cloves. Why do chefs […]

Does All Cesar Dressing Have Anchovies?

Although the original recipe does not contain anchovies, modern recipes typically include anchovies as a key ingredient, which frequently is emulsified in bottled versions. Bottled Caesar dressings are now produced and marketed by many companies. What Caesar dressing has no anchovies? Here are five Caesar salad dressings that do not contain anchovies. BRIANNAS Asiago Caesar […]

Is Salmon Good For Your Skin?

Fatty fish, such as salmon, mackerel, and herring, are excellent foods for healthy skin. They’re rich sources of omega-3 fatty acids, which are important for maintaining skin health (1). Omega-3 fatty acids are necessary to help keep skin thick, supple, and moisturized. Does salmon make your skin glow? Salmon is good for your brain, your […]

What Flavors Pair With Smoked Salmon?

One of the most popular pairings of smoked salmon is with bread and cream cheese. Serve slices of smoked salmon alongside bagels, melba toast, pumpernickel, and/or rye breads. Offer thin slices of red onion, lemon wedges, and capers as garnishes. What flavors pair well with smoked salmon? Common flavor pairings for smoked salmon dijon mustard. […]

Can Eating Salmon Cause Oily Stool?

The Gempylidae family of fish contain high amounts of wax esters in their bodies. These fish are commonly known as snake mackerels, and they include species such as oilfish and escolar fish. When a person consumes these fish, the wax esters may accumulate in the rectum, causing the leakage of orange, oily stool. What foods […]