Sports practices, music lessons, and other kids’ activities can throw a wrench in your meal plans. Fast food and takeout are so tempting when you have a busy night and don’t have time to cook. However, consistently eating fast food on busy nights can wreak havoc on your wallet and your family’s health. Learning how […]
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If you’re wondering, “is broccoli man made?”, the answer is yes, broccoli is man-made. But don’t panic. That doesn’t necessarily mean the vegetable originated in a laboratory. In fact, broccoli isn’t even a recent invention. Read on to learn how ancient farmers used selective breeding to produce broccoli. A Quick Guide to Selective Breeding Selective breeding, also […]
The transformation of corn into masa flour is accomplished by a process known as nixtamalization. First, the corn kernels are submerged in water for some time and then cooked in lime or another alkaline solution. The dough is then processed into masa flour, used to make corn tortillas, tamales, and other Mexican foods. Since before […]