Paprika is a spice made from grinding dried pods of mild varieties of pepper plants, usually bell peppers or chili peppers. The Paprika peppers originally grown were hot. Flavor can vary from country to country, with different varieties designated with grades such as mild, hot, and sweet. Paprika is high in antioxidants and vitamin C. [...]
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Pine Nuts
Pine nuts are the edible seeds of pine trees. They are small elongated ivory-colored seeds from pine cones, measuring about 1/2 inch long. When raw, the seeds have a soft texture and a sweet, buttery flavor. They are often lightly toasted to bring out the flavor and to add a little crunch. They’re rather expensive, [...]
Storing Garlic
In your home store garlic in a warm, dry place to keep from sprouting. When ready to use just split the bulb to get at individual cloves, then peel the clove with a knife.