LEMON POPCORN

Popcorns are an excellent companion with almost every occasion may it be watching a match or movie or even long drive. In their preparation, they make a popping sound because their kernels have a hard moisture-sealed hull and a dense starchy filling which allows pressure to build inside the kernel until an explosive "pop" results. There are many flavors of popcorns. Here is a recipe for the Lemon flavour... Ingredients 1/2 C. vegetable oil 3/4...

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Health benefits of the bell pepper

The major health major benefits of bell-pepper are in the vitamins A and C that it provides. However the benefits vary depending on the color, with the red bell-peppers offering the most, and the green ones, the least. The color depends on the variety and stage of ripeness. Most of them are sold when they are green and fully developed but not ripe. If allowed to ripen on the vine, they turn redder and sweeter, with the highest amounts...

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How to prepare Bell Peppers

Bell peppers (Capsicum annuum) are delicious vegetables that belong to the nightshade family of plants whose members include potatoes, tomatoes and eggplants.. They come in a variety of colors including yellow, green, orange, red, purple, brown and black. Green pepper belly is the most common in groceries and supermarkets. Other than their nutritional values and health benefits, pepper belly adds a brilliant splash of color and perfect texture...

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10 top shocking secrets about the bell pepper

The pulpy white inner cavity of the bell pepper (usually cut off and discarded) is a rich source of flavonoids and can be eaten. Discarding or keeping this section though entirely depends on an individual’s preference. Bell peppers can be eaten at any stage of development. However, recent research has shown that the vitamin C and carotenoid content of bell peppers tends to increase while the pepper is reaching its optimal ripeness. Bell peppers...

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Bell pepper selection criteria

Bell peppers are available all throughout the year since they are not seasonal vegetable plants. The table below provides tips on how select healthy and quality bell peppers. Once at home, should be stored in the refrigerator in a plastic bag where they will stay fresh for not more than days. If stored for prolonged periods they may sustain chill injury and obviously lose their quality. Belly pepper selection tips Healthy Unhealthy Feels firm and fresh Excessively soft Glossy appearance(shiny and smooth) Dull appearance,...

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