Weekend food notes highlight Taco Bell and Drake Diner
The Gazette features The Drive Thru Gourmet seeking a Cheesy Gordita Crunch from Taco Bell in Friday’s Weekend. It also visits the Drake Diner in Des Moines for Saturday’s Local Forkcast, where Tomato Salad with Lime Cilantro Dressing is the featured recipe.
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Green tea may help protect against skin cancer
Health researchers report that drinking four to five cups of green tea daily could reduce skin cancer risk. Antioxidants in the brew show protective effects in mouse studies and epidemiological data, says Santosh Katiyar of Case Western Reserve University.
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Santosh Katiyar
Case Western Reserve University
Heinz Ketchup Introduces Trap Cap With Extension Tube
Heinz Ketchup unveils a new trap cap designed to direct runny ketchup away from interior water. The cap promises easier opening and less exterior buildup with an embossed 57 marking for identification.
New Wave of Functional Beverages Expands Market
Dozens of firms enter a $400 million market for all natural juices and teas infused with herbs and ingredients like ginseng algae and kava kava. Producers tout relaxation rejuvenation and enhanced sexual desire as the segment grows despite limited regulation.
New Shelf Items Offer Quick Pasta Meals and Pork Sauce
Classico debuts Its Pasta Anytime shelf stable microwave ready pasta in four flavors with a 2.99 suggested price for a 15.25 ounce single serve. White's Family Kitchens introduces White's Pork Chop Topper the first sauce developed for pork usable as a marinade or steak sauce.
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Nutritious kid lunch ideas from household leftovers
Practical ideas to assemble brown bag lunches using cooked chicken, peanut butter, fresh fruit, cold cuts, cheese, grated carrots, tortellini, frozen waffles, and dried fruit. Provides dipping sauces, wrapping tips, and portioning to suit a child's appetite.
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Deborah S. Hartz Knight
Kid friendly treats back to school inspired by Nutella
Food editors swarm with ideas for back to school snacks made for kids though treats work any time. The Nutella hazelnut spread is used with a chocolate hazelnut base, nuts and cranberries in a no-bake style candy bar recipe suitable for small hands to help assemble.
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