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LANA MUTHLER/THE EXPRESS Jeff Patrick gives a thumbs up as he sits beside his 1,021-pound pumpkin that he will enter in a pumpkin weigh-off contest tomorrow in Altoona. “It’s a bit of a risk–it’s slightly a gamble to pay $500 for a pumpkin seed and it might not even sprout,” he said. I’ve eaten a...Read more »
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Paonia When Monica Wiitanen and her husband, Wayne, bought their 10.5-acre Paonia farm in 1997, there was one thing missing: the ability to “turn excess produce into other things and sell them, as farmers have always traditionally done,” she says. When Wiitanen, who’s 72, learned about other stat...Read more »
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Preheat the oven to 350 degrees. Place the pumpkin puree in a fine sieve over a bowl; set aside to drain while you make the sauce. We still aren’t sure– is it Kanye or Ye? Either way, Kanye West is proving to be a giant #Diva with his backstage demands. We get it. The man is organized. Busi...Read more »
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In addition, 14 percent of seeds and 17 percent of cakes were contaminated above 20 parts per billion, the level considered safe by the US Food and Drug Administration. Some samples had levels of several hundred parts per billion. A robotic stacking arm, named “Lester,” stacks seed oats onto pall...Read more »
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Geddes is understandably proud of his accomplishment, and gratified that it has been recognized by the community. "It is the chief of this world’s luxuries, king by the grace of God over all the fruits of the earth. When one has tasted it, he knows what the angels eat. It was not a Sou...Read more »
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Osteoporosis refers to health conditions in which your bones become brittle and weak. If you are suffering from from magnesium or zinc deficiency, then you are likely to develop osteoporosis at some point in your life. Magnesium helps in the formation of bone mineral. Absorption of the mineral de...Read more »
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These aren’t your regular Asian noodles, but every twist on tradition has delicious results, from the sunflower seed butter stepping in for the peanut kind to coconut aminos replacing soy and the hemp rather than sesame seed garnish. Add some veggies for a well-rounded, easy weeknight meal. As pe...Read more »
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Andri has worked as a research analyst with a big equity analysis company. His perspective of looking at the market is unique. He senses an opportunity when it’s near. He stays well updated with the market happenings. While the Crepe Shack’s menu is extensive (30-plus crepe variations, incl...Read more »
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One easy method involves peeling the pumpkin, removing the seeds and pulpy flesh, cutting it into cubes, adding salt, pepper and olive oil and roasting the cubes in the oven. The benefits of watermelon seeds have their basis in their nutritious wealth. They are rich in zinc, copper, potassium and...Read more »
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Fifteen years prior, Moko still had her nose in law books when Omar began spending hours at bookshops drooling over classic cooking tomes. “I’ve always loved to eat,” Omar says. “I grew up in a Lebanese family where food was always very important. But it was really books, especially Thomas Keller...Read more »
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Think twice before tossing the rind of a watermelon. The crunchy layer makes for a great pickling ingredient to pair alongside barbecue or other lunchtime eats. (Grace Dickinson/Philadelphia Inquirer) Besides dehulling oats, Schumitsch has tried other grains and crops over the years to see if the...Read more »
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These nutrient-packed nuts grow on a tree (botanically speaking they are seeds, not nuts, and are related to peaches and plums) and are believed to have originated in China and Central Asia, after which they soon spread to the Mediterranean region. They were referenced in both Ancient Egyptian an...Read more »
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Protein, iron, magnesium and copper are some of the most important nutrients for your hair. Applying them regularly on your hair can have a whole lot of benefits for your hair, especially when you are dealing with hair thinning and hair loss. While protein boosts hair growth, magnesium prevents s...Read more »
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After 10 minutes, heat the butter and 1 tablespoon of oil in a frying pan. When the butter is bubbling, add the chestnuts. Fry for 3-4 minutes, until crisp at the edges. For example, staying hydrated protects skin cells from damage, including that caused by environmental factors. Also, hydration ...Read more »
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Nook! Love this new Downtown restaurant! They are very creative and most dishes are under $20. On the dinner menu! And great portion sizes! Highly recommend this place! James was bound to slip up. And accountability on such a complex issue falls on both James and a media tasked with documenting h...Read more »
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Little-known fact: L’Hostaria sommelier Carlos Valenzuela and manager Fabrizio Brovelli have a passion for hunting and smoking Colorado game. Enjoy the bounty of their expeditions, prepared off-menu by chef Ruben Bonomi—craveworthy smoked salmon this week, too—to pair with impeccable imported Ita...Read more »
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Mariah Carey got her diva label before most millennials were born. When the diva requested doves and kittens for a lighting ceremony in London, it just wasn’t mean to be. "We did manage to source the doves that we were going to release into the sky, but the kittens proved terribly dif...Read more »
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The Kraut Bar, Preston: Old Ruba Luke Robertson, contributor This is a local that ticks so many boxes – good beer, free pool Fridays, a jukebox full of bangers, and its own colourful style – and it also does a mean cocktail. The signature Old Ruba is a sweet and spicy affair with a lovely hit of ...Read more »
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Using a 5-foot tape, Gary Baldwin measures his pumpkin that he estimates weighs about 1,000 pounds in the yard of his Everett home on Sept. 11. (Andy Bronson / The Herald) I have seen how rats just gnaw through anything they want to get access to, and as I saw no droppings, I figure it must have ...Read more »
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This unintentional pairing might go down as my most swoonworthy of 2018. A crunchy, sugary, cinnamon-spiced, deep-fried croissant washed down with smooth, jammy cabernet sauvignon from the rink-side snack bar (as in: full bar, with snacks) operated by Sweet Coloradough of Glenwood Springs. The me...Read more »
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Mealworms are most economically purchased from mail order sources such as www.grubco.comand www.thenaturesway.com. Better yet, buy a few thousand mealworms, then raise your own. While we relish fruits and vegetables, we often look upon seeds as an unfortunate by-product. While some seeds may be p...Read more »
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{{if trimcom}}{{:trimcom}}{{else}}{{:comment.substr(0,500)}}{{/if}} {{if comment.length > 500}} … Read More {{/if}} Basic report: 12038, Seeds, sunflower seed kernels, oil roasted, without salt. (2018, April). Retrieved from https://ndb.nal.usda.gov/ndb/foods/show?ndbno=12038&fg=&...Read more »
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Most of the edible seeds are power houses of antioxidants, fibre, omega 3 fatty acid and vitamins. With its distinctive textures and flavours, these seeds add a special crunch and taste to dishes. Here are some of the edible seeds which have become popular. Market Size Split by Product Type Linol...Read more »
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I like to add sand around the planting area for drainage. It’s hard to believe such a large plant and pumpkin comes from this little seed. Thank you Steve Geddes in NH for giving me the opportunity to grow this seed. It came from a pumpkin he grew two years ago that weighed 2066 lbs. He gently pu...Read more »