Author: Marilyn Medina

Do You Need To Refrigerate Konjac Jelly?

They usually come in a range of fruity flavours, some of which even contain a small piece of fruit or konjac to attract consumers. They are a favourite with children because the jelly, contained in mini cups, can be consumed anywhere without refrigeration. Does jelly spoil if not refrigerated? Jams and jellies do not have […]

Is A Plum Just A Big Cherry?

While cherries are smaller and have a long stem, plums are fatter and rounder. Even small plums like that of the Chickasaw (Prunus angustifolia, hardy in USDA zones 5 through 9) can be distinguished because they usually break off at the top of the fruit rather than the end of the stem. Are plums a […]

Do Plums Taste Like Cherries?

Cherry plums can be consumed, straight out of hand, discarding the central pit, but many varieties often carry a tart, somewhat sour flavor for fresh eating. Subscribe to the Share Market® Newsletter. Beverage Norfolk Kitchen Cherry Plum Cordial Condiment Tasty Kitchen Cherry Plum Jam Dessert Are plums and cherries the same? Edible cherries and plums […]

Are Konjac Noodles Good For Weight Loss?

Glucomannan made from konjac may be beneficial for people who are looking to lose weight. A 2005 study found that the soluble dietary fiber supplement helped people with overweight reduce their body weight. Do konjac noodles make you fat? Shirataki noodles are a unique food that’s very filling yet low in calories. These noodles are […]

What Is British Sweetcorn?

by GBC Kitchen. Sweetcorn is a type of maize with a naturally high sugar content. Whilst other types of maize are left longer in the fields until dried out, then harvested and ground into cornmeal (or polenta), sweetcorn is younger and therefore juicier. Where does UK sweetcorn come from? Sweetcorn was originally grown in the […]

What Can Pine Nuts Be Used For?

Here are some ways to use pine nuts in recipes: Blend pine nuts with cheese, garlic, basil, cheese, and olive oil to make a pesto. Sprinkle onto yogurt with fruit and other nuts to create a delicious parfait. Add raw or roasted pine nuts to salads or pasta dishes. Blend pine nuts into a homemade […]

How Do I Identify A Blackcurrant Bush?

Leaves are light green in color and have 3 to 5 lobes with rounded tips. The leaf margins along each lobe are serrated. Unlike, many other shrubs that produce small black berries, there are no thorns on the stems of black currants, but the bark has a rough, shredded texture. How do you identify blackcurrant? […]

Does Almonds Make You Look Younger?

Nuts and seeds like pumpkin and sunflower seeds contain vitamin E, which keeps your skin glowing and healthy-looking. Most nuts, almonds especially, reduce inflammation that can cause skin to look older prematurely. Eating nuts and seeds is a great healthy snack option that also has anti-aginganti-agingAnti-aging creams are predominantly moisturiser-based cosmeceutical skin care products marketed […]

Can I Boil Pumpkin With The Skin On?

Another secret to cooking pumpkin is cooking it with the skin still on, because the tough skin is much easier to remove when the flesh has been cooked. There are many ways to cook pumpkin, including baking, slow cooking, microwaving, and steaming. Can you cook pumpkin with the skin on? Pumpkin can also be cooked […]

How Do You Score A Pumpkin?

How to make a classic pumpkin face: Use a sharp pencil or skewer to punch small holes into the pumpkin all around the outline of the template / Follow the dotted line you have created with a sharp knife, cutting all the way through the pumpkin / Push the shapes out from the inside out […]

How Long Do Shaved Pumpkins Last?

Don’t be surprised when your jack-o’-lanterns break down faster than their intact counterparts. Realistically, you’ll only get a few days out of your carved pumpkin before it begins to rot. Plant Care Today says that carved pumpkins generally last between three and five days, though some can stretch it to two weeks. How do you […]

What Does Vinegar Do To A Pumpkin?

Why does this work? The vinegar kills fungus, making it hard for the pumpkin to rot. That’s why vinegar-soaked pumpkins look so new; they’re unblemished by the grossness that inevitably befalls their untreated peers. Can I spray vinegar on my pumpkins? Applying vinegar seems to be an even less-popular solution to preserving your pumpkin. Although […]

Can You Catch Yellowtail In Hawaii?

U.S. farmed yellowtail is exclusively produced by Kona Blue Water Farms near the Big Island in Hawaii and marketed as “Kona Kampachi”. Is Kanpachi a yellowtail? Hawaiian Kanpachi, also known as Yellowtail, is a premier member of the Amberjack family prized for its simply amazing flavor. This naturally fatty fish has a clean ocean flavor […]

How Much Of Pumpkin Do You Scrape Out?

Scrape out the pumpkin guts: Use a large stiff spoon and scrape away the remaining stringy flesh working from the top of the pumpkin in concentric circles all the way down. Continue scraping until you’ve got about an inch or two of flesh remaining (the more complex your design, the thinner you’ll want the flesh […]

How Do You Peel And Cut Up A Pumpkin?

Place the pumpkin pieces, cut side down, on a microwave safe dish with a little water in it. Microwave your pumpkin until the skin can be sliced away easily. Let the pumpkin cool enough so it won’t burn your fingers. Slice away the skin and chop or purée the flesh as needed. What’s the easiest […]