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Recipes for canning watermelons with mustard for the winter
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Watermelon is associated with sunny days and good mood. However, this summer berry can be eaten not only fresh: it is fermented, salted, and pickled. There are many recipes for canning watermelons using ...

Why does a white coating appear on pickled cucumbers and is it possible to eat them?
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The appearance of a white coating on pickled cucumbers does not always indicate they are moldy. This color is caused by the processes of fermentation and growth of lactic acid bacteria. The presence of putrefactive microorganisms is indicated by an unpleasant odor and...

What part of leek is eaten and how to cook it correctly
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Leeks add a unique taste and aroma to meat, fish and vegetable dishes. The plant has medicinal properties due to its rich vitamin and mineral composition. The longer a product is stored, the higher its...

How to eat celery to lose weight
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To combat excess weight, you need to change your diet by limiting the intake of fats and carbohydrates. A celery diet for weight loss will help not only get your body in shape, but also improve your health, improve...

What is the difference between barley, wheat and other grains
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In the healthy eating pyramid, an important place is given to products made from grain: bread and various cereals. They account for a significant portion of the carbohydrates consumed by humans, so the problem of choosing the most healthy cereals...

Why trim onions, and how to do it correctly for winter storage
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After harvesting onions, it is important to properly prepare them for long-term storage.One of the required steps is trimming the feathers. The procedure allows you to keep vegetables fresh almost until spring, protects them from...

How to preserve watermelon in the cellar until the New Year - 7 best ways
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Watermelon in January is a little New Year's miracle that will lift your spirits and remind you of a sunny summer. But berries with a high juice content are easily damaged and sour, susceptible to rot and mold. Easier ...

Mid-late carrot hybrid Cascade f1
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Carrots are a vegetable crop that almost every gardener grows in his or her own plot. Vegetable growers have different preferences, but there are varieties and hybrids of carrots that are popular among most farmers. One of these...

How to cook sauerkraut with horseradish and carrots tasty and simple
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Sauerkraut for the winter is one of gardeners’ favorite winter preparations. It is tasty and juicy, easy to prepare and can be stored for a long time. They like to ferment cabbage with carrots and horseradish - it turns out...

Comparison of rice and potatoes: which is healthier and higher in calories
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There are many myths surrounding rice and potatoes regarding their dietary properties. Proponents of proper nutrition calculate the calorie content of rice and potatoes in order to better organize or change their diet. Let's figure out whether it's worth giving up...

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