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Today is March 16, 2026 / /
The history of Zucchini Today’s Object Do you ever wonder who first thought of Zucchini? Like all squash varieties, zucchini have their roots in North and Central America. However, modern zucchini wasn’t developed until the second half of the 19th century in northern Italy. Because they were developed by Italian growers, they are known in Continue Reading »
The history of Pumpkin Pie Today’s Object Do you ever wonder who first thought of Pumpkin Pie? Today we are delving into the history behind a Thanksgiving classic: pumpkin pie! Pumpkins were first cultivated in Central America around 5,500 B.C. They were introduced to England and Europe when explorers brought samples back with them and Continue Reading »
The history of Brazil Nuts Today’s Object Do you ever wonder who first thought of Brazil Nuts? Brazil nuts come from the Bertholletia excelsa tree, which grows in the Amazon Rainforest and can live for over 500 years. While they’re referred to as “nuts,” Brazil nuts aren’t actually nuts at all — they’re seeds. Moreover, they have Continue Reading »
The history of Split Pea Soup Today’s Object Do you ever wonder who first thought of Split Pea Soup? Split pea soup originated in ancient Greece and we have evidence that the soup was sold on city streets around the 4th or 5th century BCE. The ancient Romans learned how to make the dish from Continue Reading »
The history of Parsnips Today’s Object Do you ever wonder who first thought of Parsnips? Parsnips are native to parts of Europe and Asia. They were widely used by the ancient Romans. There are even records of Emperor Tiberius accepting parsnips as part of a tribute provided by the people of what is now Germany. Continue Reading »
The history of Poblano Peppers Today’s Object Do you ever wonder who first thought of Poblano Peppers? Poblano Peppers (Capsicum annuum) originated in or near Cholula, an ancient city located in Puebla, Mexico. It’s widely believed that poblano peppers were consumed as early as 700 AD and were part of the diet of the Aztecs. Poblano Continue Reading »
The history of Blood Oranges Today’s Object Do you ever wonder who first thought of Blood Oranges? Blood oranges are native to Sicily and have been a staple in Sicilian agriculture since at least the 9th century. Sicily was once part of the Roman Empire, but blood oranges didn’t emerge until the region came under Continue Reading »
The history of Canned Cranberry Sauce Today’s Object Do you ever wonder who first thought of Canned Cranberry Sauce? Canned or jellied cranberry sauce is a unique condiment that’s popular at many Thanksgiving tables. But how did it come to be? Cranberry sauce made with whole berries dates back to when Indigenous people gathered berries Continue Reading »
Follow us on our social channels! The history of Godiva Chocolate Today’s Object Do you ever wonder who first thought of Godiva Chocolate? In 1926, Pierre Draps Sr. began creating fine chocolates in a small workshop in Brussels. He named his business after Lady Godiva and slowly built a reputation as a luxury chocolatier. In Continue Reading »
GRILL CHART FOR POULTRY FROM ALLRECIPES.COM Chicken and Poultry Cut Method Heat Time Internal Temp. (minimum) Whole Broiler or Fryer —- —- —- —- 3 to 4 pounds Indirect Medium 60 to 75 min. 165 F (75 C) Whole Roasting Hen —- —- —- —- 5 to 7 pounds Indirect Medium 18 to 25 min./pound Continue Reading »
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