Dining in Antarctica reveals extreme food history and culture
Science teacher Bill Henske recalls McMurdo Station life in Antarctica where bar closures, alcohol rationing, and long ship resupply shape meals. Residents barter rare produce, enjoy diverse menus, and endure shelf life quirks with Frosty Boy machines and perpetual daylight.
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Antarctica
McMurdo Dry
Maplewood
Richmond Heights
Missouri
Bill Henske
Henske
McMurdo
McMurdo Station
The
National Science Foundation
Dormito
Australia
New Zealand
Kent Corp
St. Louis
McMurdo Dry Valleys
Reading Nutrition Labels for Sugar and Sodium
Dietitian Phyllis J. Molnar explains how to read Nutrition Facts to limit added sugar and sodium. She notes 4 g sugar equals 1 teaspoon, cautions on hidden sugars in sauces and beverages, and recommends daily sodium under 2300 mg with lower targets per meal.
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Dietitians
American Heart Association
Journal of Culinary Science and Technology
Sliders Offer Easy, Shareable Bar Food Delights
The Supply House on the Upper East Side showcases two slider types, cheeseburger and Nana's Meatball sliders topped with mozzarella and Sunday marinara. Popular at happy hours for their shareability, they also offer buffalo chicken, chicken Parmesan, and veggie sliders for events. Home prep notes include crusty exterior and quick high heat cooking, plus optional onion in the meat and a chipotle adobe kick. A slaw topper is suggested for larger batches.
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Henske
New York City
Gillin
Tips for Perfect Sliders
Quick guide for making sliders with proper bun size and texture. Use small slider buns and toast them for flavor. Form patties slightly wider than buns to account for shrinkage. Create a shallow indentation to ensure even cooking.
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St. Louis Post-Dispatch
Gallagher’s
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Phyllis J. Molnar
Chronicle-Telegram
the Gazette
Gmail
Fat Og
Nutrition iFacts
Phyllis Molnaf
Robbie Gillin
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