Main Course 2024, November
Dried grapes: useful properties, harm, calories and features
Dried grapes or raisins are a popular dried fruit not only in our country, but also abroad. The product has incredible value. This is explained by the fact that after the grapes are dried, their useful qualities will increase several times. The sweetness is enriched with vitamins, macro- and microelements, as well as amino acids
Signs of good cottage cheese. The best brands of cottage cheese
Cottage cheese is a very he althy dairy product that contains a large amount of minerals and vitamins. However, when choosing this product, you should remember that only one that is made on the basis of natural ingredients is useful. How to choose a good cottage cheese in the store and on the market. What characteristics should it have?
Frozen vegetable mixes: cooking features, best recipes and reviews
Ready-made vegetable mixes can make life much easier for any housewife, save time spent on cooking
E100 dye: general characteristics and useful properties
Almost every product contains some kind of chemical. Usually such components are called "shocks". But not all of them are unhe althy. For example, dye E100 is the most natural spice called turmeric (curcumin). It is a natural substance, and therefore it can be safely called safe for he alth. In the article, we will consider possible contraindications, and also answer the question: what does it bring to our body - benefit or harm?
Klin sausages: all about quality and assortment
Klinskiy meat products factory: production and quality. The composition of the Klin "Doctor", customer reviews. Raw smoked products of the Klinsky plant, customer reviews and product features
Eggplant: calories, useful properties, cooking methods
Today, proper nutrition is very important, and many are interested in how to diversify their diet not only with he althy foods, but also with delicious dishes from them. The calorie content of eggplant is very low, which makes them dietary, but how to cook this product tasty and preserve all its properties?
Milk "Valio": composition, calories, manufacturers, reviews
The Finnish company "Valio" is engaged in the production of various products from milk, which can be easily found on the shelves of Russian stores. The Valio brand has proven itself well, and experts and ordinary buyers have not found anything harmful in the composition of the products, choosing them as their daily food. The types, composition and calorie content of milk will be discussed further
Is there salmonella in quail eggs? Myths about quail eggs
Quail eggs are no longer a curiosity that many bypassed in stores. This product is practically bought on a par with chicken and is used in the preparation of many dishes. In addition, disputes about which type of eggs - quail or chicken - are more useful do not stop. In connection with the rooting of this product on the shelves of Russian markets, the question is whether it is possible to become infected with salmonellosis from quail eggs. Is this a myth or true? Learn from the article
Belarusian chips: overview of manufacturers, taste, reviews
Belarusian products, whether cosmetics or food products, have won the trust of Russian buyers. Therefore, it is readily dismantled from store shelves. But what about such a harmful product as Belarusian chips? The Republic of Belarus is the birthplace of potatoes, as you know, so they must be excellent there
Raisin varieties: types, grape name and useful properties
Raisins are nothing but dried grapes, which in the process of metamorphosis do not lose their properties, and on the contrary, gain them with renewed vigor. Fans of this delicacy know that there are several varieties of raisins obtained from different types of grapes. Read more
Pickled cucumbers: benefits and harms to the body, calories
Pickled cucumbers, especially homemade - well, a very tasty addition to many dishes. Some are ready to eat them in cans, and not even being pregnant. But what are the benefits and harms of pickled cucumbers? And how will their immeasurable amount affect the figure and the body as a whole?
Radish with honey: recipe, how to take, useful properties and reviews
Many people remember from childhood how they were given such a homemade "potion" during a cold. On a table or window sill stood a black radish with a cut off top. The core was picked out of it so that a bowl was obtained, which was filled with honey. Over time, this bowl secreted juice and the honey turned into a liquid syrup, and the radish itself shrank. The recipe for radish with honey has been passed down from generation to generation
Rostagroexport sour cream: product characteristics, quality assessment
Every year the consumption of dairy products is increasing. One of the valuable food products in demand among the population is sour cream. How to choose a high-quality and useful product from the variety presented on store shelves? Is it enough to believe the inscriptions on the packages? The article will tell about laboratory studies of the quality of Rostagroexport sour cream, its composition and advantages
"Karachinskaya" water: composition, benefits and harms, features of use
Mineral water is a source of healing. Previously, in search of a drink of vitality and he alth, people had to travel hundreds and thousands of kilometers. Now it is enough to go to the store and purchase a healing product. Manufacturers offer mineral water of different composition: table, medical-table, medicinal. Each type affects a certain group of organs. You can learn about the benefits and harms of "Karachinskaya" water from the article
Water "Nikolinskaya": composition, properties, cooking at home
The main advantage of "Nikolinskaya" water is a low concentration of calcium. The content of trace elements in the body affects the life expectancy of a person. Its excess in the blood is harmful to he alth. The article will tell about the composition, properties of water and methods for its preparation at home
Sunflower oil shelf life, storage conditions and features
Sunflower oil is found in every kitchen. It is used not only in cooking, but also in cosmetology and medicine. Due to the presence of vitamins, macro and microelements, fatty acids, the sunflower seed product has medicinal properties that help in the prevention of a number of diseases. After the expiration date of sunflower oil, part of the useful substances present in its composition is reduced
Yogurt: expiration date, storage conditions
Yogurt is a variety of fermented milk products enriched with beneficial bacteria that restore the functioning of the gastrointestinal tract and improve the intestinal microflora. In pursuit of brands that are full of TV screens, people rarely think about the expiration date of the drink. What determines the life span of a fermented milk product? What is the expiration date of yogurt, indicated on the package, will reveal the secrets of its quality? The answers are in the article
Butter "Thousand Lakes" - the choice of consumers. Advantages, product quality control
Butter is a popular product found on grocery store shelves and branded refrigerators. Many people start their morning with it. It is difficult to imagine a festive feast without butter. What makes this product popular? The answer is simple: composition
Linden honey: medicinal properties, contraindications and features
Linden honey is made from the flowers of a perennial woody plant - linden, which is most common in the Far East and Bashkortostan. It contains a lot of useful substances, vitamins and minerals necessary for the human body. All the features, medicinal properties and contraindications to the use of linden honey will be considered in detail in the article
Brown rice: photo, benefits and harms
Brown rice is a cereal crop that has a number of useful properties. This fact makes it extremely popular among fans of he althy eating. We will describe in detail all the features, as well as the benefits and harms of brown rice in the article
Cocoa butter substitute: properties, types, benefits and harms
In the confectionery industry, one of the main semi-finished products is chocolate icing. Traditionally, cocoa butter has been used in the production of this component. This component is not cheap, and the characteristics are very fastidious. In recent years, non-aluric and lauric type cocoa butter substitutes have been used
Falafel: calories and preparation
Connoisseurs associate falafel with Arabic cuisine. In Israel, the dish is something like fast food, appearing daily on the tables of people of all classes. But the difference is that falafel is much he althier than fast food, because the dish is prepared from completely different products. At the moment, his recipe is distributed throughout the world. By the way, many Russians also love falafel. Calorie content, history, recipe and other aspects related to this amazing dish are described in the article
Cauliflower: calories, nutritional value, useful properties
Cauliflower is one of the most common vegetables. It is distinguished by an abundance of vitamins and other useful substances, as well as versatility in cooking. After all, cabbage can become the basis of dietary nutrition, a delicious component of lunch or dinner, it is harvested for the winter, and it serves as one of the first complementary foods for babies. What are the calorie content of cauliflower with various cooking methods, its beneficial properties and nutritional value?
What do they eat black caviar with? Features and photos
Black caviar is considered an exquisite delicacy. Since ancient times, rich nobles and landowners loved to indulge in her, for ordinary people she was also a favorite delicacy. And it remains popular today. But not everyone knows which products it combines favorably with, and which ones are better not to combine with it
How to make vegetarian sushi?
You don't have to be a vegetarian to enjoy rolls with unusual fillings. The recipes presented in our article may be of interest to those who are on a low-calorie diet, are fasting, or just want to add variety to their daily menu
Flour products: assortment, cooking technology, recipe book
Flour products: what is it and their varieties. Cooking recipe. Recipe for pies with cabbage, brushwood and zebra pie. How to choose a flour product in a store. What products can be found in the supermarket
Royal date: where it grows, composition and calorie content. What are the benefits of dates for the body
What is the difference between a royal date and an ordinary one? Where does it grow, which country is considered its homeland, and which is the leader in production? What is useful dates for the body? What is its composition and calorie content? Why buy royal dates?
Ground paprika: description of taste and use in cooking
One of the most famous spices in the world is paprika. In terms of consumption, it is in fourth place in the list of the most diverse spices. It is simply impossible to imagine cooking without spices, because with their help any dish acquires a unique flavor. And if the seasoning is chosen correctly, then it will perfectly complement, enhance or completely change the taste of food
Sunflower oil: what do we know about it?
Back in 1829, a peasant from the Voronezh province invented a method for obtaining oil from sunflower seeds. The Church then ranked the new product among the Lenten. At that time, people did not even guess that about two hundred years would pass and sunflower oil would become so popular that almost every home would have its reserves
Unrefined oil or refined
It is almost certain that a modern housewife would rather prefer vegetable oil than its cream counterpart or animal fats. As you know, demand creates supply. In accordance with this rule, store shelves are simply “bursting” with all kinds of vegetable oils. However, they all fall into two main categories: unrefined oil and refined
Which part of the carcass tastes better? Tips & Tricks
Beef is a storehouse of nutrients. It is often used in the menu for those who go on a diet. However, it should be understood that parts of beef carcasses may differ from each other in many ways, from softness to taste
Tablespoon as a unit of volume in the kitchen
A tablespoon is usually used for eating, but sometimes it is also used to measure a certain amount of a product. This mainly applies to bulk products (flour, sugar, s alt), but sometimes liquids (milk, water, vinegar) are also measured with it. Moreover, this is done even by those who have both measured containers and accurate scales, since it is more convenient (especially if the amount of the product is indicated in the recipe itself in spoons, and not in grams)
Types of rice and their use in cooking
Saracen grain (one of the names of the product, which will be discussed in this article) is one of the oldest crops grown by man. Some types of rice in many countries of the world have long been used to prepare delicious dishes (both first and second, and even third) in national cuisines: pilaf, porridge, soup, drinks
Sweet straw: cooking at home. Sweet Straw Cake
Sweet straw - for many it is a delicacy of childhood. How exciting it was to crunch cookies, of such an unusual shape. Today, there is no shortage of such pleasure: it can be purchased in almost any retail chain and at a fairly affordable price. It is worth remembering that, despite its simple appearance (thin sticks 12-20 centimeters long), the calorie content of sweet straws is quite high
Jalapeño pepper: seeds. Hot jalapeno pepper. Pickled jalapeno peppers
It is impossible to imagine Mexican cuisine without jalapeno pepper (photo is presented in the article). It is he who gives her dishes a spicy, immediately recognizable taste. Although it is one of the varieties of the world famous chili, Mexicans prefer this particular variety, consuming hot red pepper much less often. We still consider jalapeno pepper to some extent exotic. Our article is intended to enlighten domestic culinary specialists in this regard
Pork ribs - the best recipes, cooking features and reviews
Pork is the most consumed meat in the world. Many people know that in some religions it is forbidden to eat this meat. However, most people find pork very juicy and he althy. Pig meat is fried, boiled, s alted, smoked, grilled and even eaten raw
Hard cheese: classification, production and useful properties
Cheese… Hardly anyone hasn't tried it and doesn't know what it is. Cheese is a product made from milk by exposing it to milk-clotting enzymes. There are hard cheeses, soft cheeses, pickled cheeses and processed cheeses. Let's consider the main ones in more detail. Many recipes use hard cheese. It is very popular among the population of our country
Gelling agents: types and description, use in cooking, tips
Almost every housewife is familiar with such a product as jelly. It is obtained by special culinary processing of gelling products. They can be used not only in cooking, but also in cosmetology. Consider what gelling agents are, what they consist of, why they are used
Sodium phosphate: description, application, effects on the body
Sodium phosphate is obtained by the action of alkali on phosphoric acid (neutralization), during the dehydration of sodium hydroorthophosphates. Used as emulsifiers and pH regulators, as well as anti-caking
Mackerel: useful properties and contraindications
Mackerel, the beneficial properties of which will be described below, is an excellent product for cooking fish second and first courses, as well as semi-finished products (cutlets, sticks, etc.) and baking (pies, pies, etc.). It should be especially noted that almost every inhabitant of our country can afford this ingredient. After all, it is relatively inexpensive (from 80 to 140 Russian rubles per 1 kg)