Stuff To Know

When the sun is shining bright and the heat is on, there's nothing quite as refreshing as a glass of iced tea. But before you dive into brewing this delightful drink, let's first understand what we're working with. A gallon of tea is simply that—one gallon (or 128 fluid ounces) of liquid infused with tea leaves. This quantity serves as the perfect base for summer gatherings or solo sipping. Now, onto crafting the perfect brew! The question many enthusiasts ask is: how many tea bags should you use for optimal flavor? The general guideline suggests using about 8 to 10 tea bags per gallon. This ratio strikes a sweet balance between strength and subtlety, allowing the flavors to shine without overwhelming your palate. However, personal preferences vary widely; some might enjoy a bolder brew while others prefer something more delicate. Different types of tea also play a significant role in determining how many bags you should use. Black tea typically requires more bags due to ...

Have you ever heard the classic Christmas carol line, "Now bring us some figgy pudding?" If you're like many people, you might wonder what this mysterious dessert is. Figgy pudding, or plum pudding, is a traditional British Christmas dessert that has been enjoyed for centuries. Let's delve into the origins of figgy pudding and unravel the secrets behind this festive treat. The origins of figgy pudding can be traced back to medieval England, where it was initially a savory dish made with meat and root vegetables. Over time, the recipe evolved to include dried fruits, spices, and suet, a type of animal fat commonly used in traditional British cooking. The name "figgy pudding" stuck even though modern versions may not always contain figs. What makes up a figgy pudding? The key ingredients in this delectable dessert include dried fruits such as figs, raisins, and currants mixed with breadcrumbs, flour, suet or butter, eggs, sugar, and a blend of warm spices li...

Chef Renèe is cooking up Easy Fruit Recipes in this episode of Simply You. She will show you: How to make granola homemade How to grill watermelon Two fruit parfait recipes made with greek yogurt that are great for breakfast A watermelon feta cucumber salad that is out of the world And a fruit granola dessert recipe. How do you make granola from scratch? ½ Cup of Oaks ¾ Cup of Pumpkin Seeds ¼ Cup of Black Sesame Seeds ¼ Cup of Honey 4 tbsp. of Butter Bake for 15 minutes Can Watermelon be cooked? Slices of watermelon are prepared by either grilling pan-frying baking or roasting. Depending on the method used cooking can take from a few minutes to over two hours. Are fruit parfaits healthy? You can choose to do more or less fruit granola seeds.. whatever you like! Protein-Packed- These yogurt parfaits offer about 25g of protein per parfait which is perfect for a filling breakfast or healthy snack! Reduces Waste - Not necessarily healthy for you but for the earth! granola recipe