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Questions and Answers – What is Tomato Paste?     Tomato Paste – What is Tomato Paste? Tomato paste consists of tomatoes that have been cooked for several hours and … Continued

Questions and Answers – Metallic Taste in Tomatoes   Question: I was wondering if you could help/advise me?  Sometimes when I make chili, my tomatoes have a metallic taste to … Continued

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Questions and Answers – Definition of Schmand   Question: Many German recipes call for SCHMAND.  I believe it is made with cream or sour cream.  Do you know of a … Continued

Questions and Answers – Scant Measurement     Question: I frequently see the word “scant” after a listed ingredient (e.g., “1 teaspoon salt, scant”).  In this context, what does “scant” … Continued

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