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Fermentation: Why This Trend Makes Us Happy
August 5, 2013
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Everybody’s talking about fermentation – from rock-star chefs to home cooks. In fact, Chicago-based Chef Rick Bayless predicts “fermentation is going to be very in-demand in 2013. This pickling cooking technique delivers sour flavors that demonstrate an evolution of the American taste. Do-it-yourself sauerkraut and kimchi make for delicious toppings for tacos or even burgers1.” …

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Why Ramen is More than A Bowl of Noodles
May 31, 2013
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Noodles and I go way back. From the first time I had a bowl covered with my mom’s rich, meaty tomato sauce, I was smitten.  I can eat them anyway shape or form and have.  Back in college at Mizzou, ramen noodles always accompanied my late night study sessions.  Inexpensive, filling and immensely satisfying, ramen…

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