Tag: Onions

It stimulates the eyes’ lachrymal glands so they release tears. Scientists used to blame the enzyme allinase for the instability of substances in a cut onion. Recent studies from Japan, however, proved that lachrymatory-factor synthase, (a previously undiscovered enzyme) is the culprit (Imai et al, 2002). Are onions good for the eye? As described, ‘the […]

Here are some tips to reduce crying from onion irritation: Put distance or a barrier between yourself and the raw onion you’re cutting. Rinse your eyes with cool, clean water. Place a cool compress or cool cucumbers over your eyes to help reduce irritation. Use lubricating eye drops to flush out the eyes. How do […]

The simple answer is because cooking breaks down the chemicals in food. I’ve never been able to eat raw onions, they taste hot and burning to me. I also have problems with some meals where onions are not fried beforehand. Why can I eat cooked onions and not raw onions? Onions are hard to digest […]

A woman has shared her ‘game-changing’ hack for chopping onions that prevents tears – and all you need is a damp sheet of paper towel. The Australian woman, Shilo, posted on Facebook, where she said she puts a piece of wet towel next to the onion when she chops it in order to prevent crying. […]

Many archaeologists, botanists, and food historians believe onions originated in central Asia. Did the New World have onions? Foods That Originated in the New World: artichokes, avocados, beans (kidney and lima), black walnuts, blueberries, cacao (cocoa/chocolate), cashews, cassava, chestnuts, corn (maize), crab apples, cranberries, gourds, hickory nuts, onions, papayas, peanuts, pecans, peppers (bell peppers, chili […]

Dogs will likely recover from mild exposure to onions or garlic, but severe poisoning can be fatal, especially without treatment. If you know you dog has eaten an excessive amount of onions or garlic, you should take him to the veterinarian immediately even if there are no immediate signs. How long does onion poisoning last […]

If your pet ate onions or garlic and now has red or brown urine, is weak, panting or breathing faster than usual, bring them to the vet immediately. They may need oxygen supplementation, a blood transfusion, and IV fluid support to get them through this. Remember, some of these symptoms can take a week to […]

Throughout antiquity the medicinal properties of onion were widely avowed. As a result, it was used by ancients to treat a wide array of conditions ranging from irregularity to hair loss. Early Americans used wild onions to treat colds, coughs, asthma and breathing problems. When were onions first used for cooking? It is believed that […]

Foods That Originated in the Old World: apples, bananas, beans (some varieties), beets, broccoli, carrots, cattle (beef), cauliflower, celery, cheese, cherries, chickens, chickpeas, cinnamon, coffee, cows, cucumbers, eggplant, garlic, ginger, grapes, honey (honey bees), lemons, lettuce, limes, mangos, oats, okra, What foods were taken to the Old World? And the foods – potatoes, tomatoes, bananas, […]

A farming company in Georgia is voluntarily recalling Vidalia sweet onions that were sold at Publix locations in Florida due to a potential Listeria outbreak. What onions are being recalled in Florida? The Little Bear brand Vidalia onions were sold between June 22-24 at Publix stores and have “PLU 4159” on the sticker. TAMPA, Fla. […]

The onion was introduced by the Spanish into the West Indies soon after their discovery. From there it soon spread to all parts of the Americas. Onions were grown by the earliest colonists and soon afterward by the Indians. Did onions originate in America? Many archaeologists, botanists, and food historians believe onions originated in central […]

Mummies have been found with small onions placed in their eyes, ears, and next to their bodies. Alexander the Great believed that onions increased strength and courage, and so he fed them to his armies. The bulb of an onion is created from the thickened bases of the previous year’s leaves. What was onion used […]

Vidalia onion season typically runs from the middle of April through early September. You can count on onion availability in early spring; how long they’ll be in the stores is totally dependent on each year’s crop. With fewer onions harvested, you may have trouble finding them in the stores come August. What time of year […]

Onions roots are shallow and not very efficient at taking up moisture, so they need a steady supply of water to grow without interruption. Although they actually recover well from drought and start growing again when watered, it is best to keep the soil consistently moist until the bulbs enlarge. How do you harvest onion […]

Shelf-Life:Freeze Dried Onions will store for 10 to 15 years in a sealed #10 can (oxygen absorber included) under ideal storage conditions (cool, dry place). Instructions: Add 3 parts water to 1 part onion. Allow Freeze Dried Onions to hydrate for about 20 minutes or until fully rehydrated. How long does it take to freeze […]

Garlic chives, an herb with a garlicky flavor, are an obvious substitute, but here are other herbs and spices you may find useful: Peppercorns—white, pink, or Szechuan—can add different flavors to your cooking. Cumin’s distinctive taste that may work well in some recipes, especially where garlic is used raw. What can I use instead of […]

“Large onions which have been cut up and dehydrated onions.” He went on to explain that the dehydrated onions, which come in a packet, are soaked in water overnight in a large container with a lid. “[They are] drained and put into onion shakers,” the Macca’s workers explained. Does Mcdonalds rehydrate their onions? The clip […]

One bulb will produce one onion; it may be harvested early as a scallion or ‘green onion’, or allowed to mature into a full-sized cooking onion. Smaller bulbs (diameter less than dime-sized) will give you more onions if purchased by the pound or scoop, and are less likely to ‘bolt’ (go to seed) prematurely. Are […]

Growing onions is simple: If you can poke a hole into the ground, you can grow an onion from a little plant. Most of our onion varieties are sold as little seedlings in bare-root bundles; each plant will start growing within days after you plant. How does onion grow step by step? Step 1: Prepare […]

Wondering how many onions grow from one one Onion bulb? The real fact there is “One onion grows from a single onion bulb“. Onions cannot be compared with potatoes but the onion sets produce larger onions. These onion sets are the smaller onion seeds. Do onions multiply when planted? Multiplying onions, sometimes called bunching onions […]