Interesting facts about cooking and foods

Tamales are plentiful this time of year, with independent restaurants and street carts serving them to uphold the Christmas tradition. A few chain restaurants, such as El Torito, Del Taco, Miguel’s Jr. and even Wienerschnitzel, are getting in on the action. But in coming days there are several festivals and special events throughout Southern California …

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By Aldon Thomas Stiles | California Black Media Thanksgiving is around the corner, and with that comes greens, beans, candied yams, turkey (roasted and deep-fried), dressing, mac n’ cheese, sweet potato pie and all the other soul food “fixins” that make the holiday meal arguably the tastiest meal of the year for many African Americans. …

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Thanksgiving isn’t just about the turkey. Before you dive into your mound of gravy-covered mashed potatoes, carve out some time to learn more about Thanksgiving’s rich history. But since it’s a holiday and all, make a game out of it by testing yourself — and everyone else at your table — with a few rounds …

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Millions of Texans are about to start revving their engines as Memorial Day and the summer road trip season comes speeding down the highway towards us. And that means millions of pit stops at gas stations across the state to refuel and grab a few snacks before getting back on the road. No gas station …

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Foods in the freezer — are they safe? Every year, thousands of callers to the USDA Meat and Poultry Hotline aren’t sure about the safety of items stored in their own home freezers. The confusion seems to be based on the fact that few people understand how freezing protects food. Here is some information on …

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