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Questions and Answers – How to re-dehydrate sun-dried tomatoes   Question: I have looked all over for this information.  I bought dehydrated sun-dried tomatoes.  I am making a recipe tonight … Continued

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What looks like a gigantic sea urchin and has been featured as alien food in an episode of Star Trek?  A horned melon was used as a “Golana melon” on … Continued

Questions and Answers – What is a Jelly Roll Pan     Questions: I have a recipe which says to use a “jelly roll” pan.  Can you please tell me … Continued

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Questions and Answers – Harzer Cheese     Question: What is a suitable substitute for sour milk cheese?  I’m going to use it in a fondue.  It calls for Harzer … Continued

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