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Why Are Eggs Refrigerated in the US but Not in Europe?

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Why Are Eggs Refrigerated in the US but Not in Europe?

Posted on July 24, 2023

Why Are Eggs Refrigerated in the US but Not in Europe? Washing eggs makes them more susceptible to contamination By Lauren David Published on 04/12/23 The Spruce Eats / Cara Cormack Walk into any grocery store in the United States and you’ll always find eggs in the refrigerator section. But if you’ve ever ventured to Continue Reading »

From The COR: Jack Daniel’s Tennessee Whiskey “Mixed with Coca-Cola”

Posted on July 20, 2023

From The COR: Jack Daniel’s Tennessee Whiskey “Mixed with Coca-Cola” Jack Daniel’s Tennessee Whiskey “Mixed with Coca-Cola” RTD (pre-mixed ready to drink in cans), regular and Zero Sugar, is certified O/U pareve (even without O/U symbol).  However, Jack Daniels Whiskey products with “Cola”, without the “Coca-Cola” brand name (such as Whiskey & Cola or Black Continue Reading »

How Long Do Whole Onions Last?

Posted on July 19, 2023

Ideally, onions should be stored in a cool, dark place between 45 and 55 degrees F. Whole, raw onions will last two to three months when stored in a cool, dry place. Places that provide these conditions may include your cellar, pantry, unheated basement, or garage. For many of us, it’s a challenge to find a cool Continue Reading »

How To Keep Bagged Salad Fresh

Posted on July 19, 2023

How To Keep Salad Mix Fresh Start off fresh There’s only so much resuscitation you can offer a bundle of greens already riddled by rot. So when you are shopping, peruse the salad assortment with a critical eye and only select lettuces that are in peak condition to begin with. Select sturdier greens Not all Continue Reading »

Six Frugal Jewish Dishes

Posted on July 18, 2023

Brisket   Anyone who’s recently bought this beef cut is about to stop reading. But bear with me a moment. Since late Medieval times, Ashkenazi Jews only ate the tougher forequarters of a cow. Brisket was not considered a luxurious cut, but by long and slow cooking, Jews turned it into a succulent delicacy. This led to increased Continue Reading »

Seven Things You Should Never Do With Aluminum Foil

Posted on July 10, 2023

1. Don’t use aluminum foil to bake cookies. When it comes to baking cookies, it’s best to reach for parchment paper over aluminum foil. That’s because aluminum is extremely conductive, meaning any part of the dough that makes direct contact with the foil will be exposed to much more concentrated heat than the rest of Continue Reading »

Can You Safely Refreeze Ground Beef?

Posted on July 3, 2023

That ground beef you placed in the fridge and forgot you defrosted? Go ahead and stick it back in the freezer (as long as it’s been three days or less, that is). But, if you thawed the beef in cold water or the microwave, it must be cooked before it can say hello to the Continue Reading »

How to Buy Asparagus

Posted on June 29, 2023

1. Choose Pristine Buds The tips have the best flavor, so make sure they are firm and unwilted. Do a sniff test, too. Asparagus that’s past its prime gets smelly fast. Stalks should be plump and firm, and tips should be tightly closed. Color can be green, purple, or white, depending on the variety. Make Continue Reading »

Why Are there So Many Kosher Chinese Restaurants?

Posted on June 28, 2023

It seems that before there were kosher Chinese restaurants, there were kosher restaurants that served a bit of Chinese food, and some restaurants that served some kosher dishes, some Chinese and some other items as well — maybe casting a wide net to appeal to a variety of immigrant groups. For example, ads in several Continue Reading »

How Long Does Garlic Last?

Posted on June 27, 2023

It depends on how you store it and whether or not it’s been peeled. A whole, unpeeled garlic head will last quite a while (about six months). An unpeeled clove that has been separated from the head, meanwhile, will stay good for about three weeks. Once you peel garlic, you’re going to want to use it within Continue Reading »