Adding egg to ricotta cheese helps to bind the cheese for lasagna so that it does not ooze out of the casserole when cut. Although ricotta is a classic addition to many Italian dishes, it is finding its way into more restaurant dishes and was named one of the top restaurant food trends in 2011 by "
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Although the concept of deviled eggs goes back as far as ancient Rome, they hit their peak of popularity in the 1960s and 1970s when they became standard appetizer fare at dinner parties. As America became more health conscious, deviled eggs all but disappeared from the menu.
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Gatorade had its beginnings in 1965 at the University of Florida, home of the Gators sports teams. Athletes at the school continually battled dehydration in the Florida heat, and researchers tackled the problem by combining water, carbohydrates and electrolytes to solve the problem.
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Russet is one of the most versatile types of potatoes, suitable for frying, mashing, baking and roasting. They are often called Idaho potatoes after the top producing state that grows roughly 11.5 billion lbs. of them each year. Russet potatoes are relatively low in calories, with only 160 calories in a medium potato.
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Although an unlikely and unconventional ingredient, cornstarch helps to ensure a crispy crust on fried chicken that does not fall off. The coating may not be what you expect, however, as it is closely resembles a heavy tempura batter.
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Cut from the top of the sirloin, spoon roasts are filled with flavor and are one of the healthier cuts of red meat. The American Heart Association named the boneless top sirloin roast as one of the three types of beef that are low enough in saturated fat and cholesterol to carry the heart-check mark.
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Since nature packages eggs individually, you can easily ramp recipes up or down whether cooking for one or a crowd. Although they are rich in protein and contain a mere 70 calories per egg, they also add fat into your diet -- almost 5 g of it for each egg.
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Whether boiled, grilled or steamed, Americans consume more shrimp each year than any other type of seafood. The National Fisheries Institute calls shrimp both healthy and tasty, as the seafood contains a mere 83 calories, 18 g of protein and only 1 g of fat in a 3-oz. serving.
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Although soup is a part of almost every culture, chicken soup has deep roots in Jewish tradition. An integral part of Passover meals and the basis for matzoh ball soup, chicken soup was often referred to as “Jewish penicillin” because it was the go-to dish for those feeling under the weather.
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