The fungi kingdom
Today we know a lot about the Fungi kingdom but back in the days there was no consensus on what a mushroom actually is, nor was there a single word for it.
Today we know a lot about the Fungi kingdom but back in the days there was no consensus on what a mushroom actually is, nor was there a single word for it.
Did you know that the red lentil is actually brown? The strong orange-red colour only appears after peeling. That’s why it can be enjoyed after only 10 minutes of cooking and is easily digested. Today we are cooking a delicious dal with red lentils.
The potato was introduced to Europe in the 16th century by the Spanish, who gave it the name patata.
Onions are super versatile vegetables that are widely cultivated. There are many species that fall into this category but people usually think of a bulb when they imagine the onion. And not without a reason. The yellow onion is the most commonly known variety – bulb onion is the most important species of the Allium genus among growers all over the world.
And, frankly, apple preserves are one of the reasons why so many people are mad about these fruits.
Mussels contain many vitamins: from B1, B2, B6, C and E to zinc, iron, omega-3 fatty acids and a few more! The shellfish consist of 80 per cent water and contain about 69 calories per 100 g.