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Exploring the History and Uses of Bulgur

Pre-K - Higher Ed
This video explores the ancient grain bulgur and its significance in various cultures throughout history. It highlights how bulgur is made, its versatility in different dishes, and its long shelf life. The video emphasizes how this...
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The History and Making of Tofu

Pre-K - Higher Ed
Tofu is a nutritious food made from curdled soy milk. It has been eaten in China for a couple thousand years and has become popular in dishes around the world. Learn how to make tofu!
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The History and Making of Nougat

Pre-K - Higher Ed
The nougat is a chewy, Italian candy that is often eaten alone or used as a filling for chocolates. Learn about the different types of nougat and try making white nougat.
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The History and Making of Ice Cream

Pre-K - Higher Ed
Can you guess who made the most ice cream in 1943? Learn how this iced dessert went from a luxury item in Tang dynasty China to a mass produced treat available at grocery stores today. Then try making your own ice cream!
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The History and Recipe of Kimchi

Pre-K - Higher Ed
Kimchi is considered the national dish of Korea. Learn how this fermented cabbage dish is made!
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The History and Making of Tea

Pre-K - Higher Ed
Tea, along with coffee, is the second most consumed beverage in the world. This beverage comes from ancient China, where drinking herb-infused hot water was considered a medicinal remedy. Learn more about tea and how it became...
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The Health Benefits of Bulgur

Pre-K - Higher Ed
Bulgur may not have quite as dense of a nutrient profile as some other ancient grains, but it does have many necessary nutrients for our bodies. Learn how bulgur compares to rice and some ways bulgur can replace rice.



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The History and Making of Sauerkraut

Pre-K - Higher Ed
Sauerkraut is a fermented cabbage dish that is made by soaking the vegetable in brine. It has long been a common method for preserving cabbage in Eastern Europe and Germany, though it's thought to have been brought to Europe by Genghis...
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The History and Making of Sashimi

Pre-K - Higher Ed
Sashimi is thinly sliced, fresh, raw seafood that is commonly served as an appetizer in Japan. Follow along with this video to make a sashimi recipe!
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The History and Making of Butter

Pre-K - Higher Ed
Humans have been making butter for at least 10,000 years! Learn how butter went from being made by hand to being made in factories. Follow along with the video to try churning your own butter.
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The History and Making of Christmas Pudding

Pre-K - Higher Ed
Christmas pudding is a popular holiday dessert in England that dates back to the Middle Ages. Learn about the history of Christmas pudding and try making a microwave version of the holiday dish!
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The History and Making of Gravy

Pre-K - Higher Ed
Gravy is a simple sauce made by thickening meat drippings with starch. Follow along with the video to make your own!
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Rice: From Ancient Origins to Global Crop

Pre-K - Higher Ed
This video provides a brief history of rice, highlighting its importance as a major food crop in Asia and its journey to become a global grain. It discusses the genetic origins of rice and its cultivation practices, as well as its...
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How to Cook Sorghum

Pre-K - Higher Ed
Sorghum flour has a natural sweetness that works well for desserts. Learn how to make sorghum syrup and cookies with sorghum flour.<b<br/>r/>

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The History and Making of Tempura

Pre-K - Higher Ed
Tempura is a Japanese dish of battered, deep fried seafood or vegetables. It's an adaptation of a dish eaten during the Christian season of lent that arrived to Japan with Portuguese Jesuit missionaries. Learn more about tempura and try...
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The History and Making of Custard

Pre-K - Higher Ed
Custard is a milk and egg based dish that is often part of a dessert, but it can be served savory as well. Learn about various forms of this French dish and how to make custard at home.
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The History and Making of Muesli

Pre-K - Higher Ed
Muesli is a mix of grains, fruit, and other nutritional foods. It was invented by a doctor in the early 1900s and became popular in the western world in the 1960s. Follow along with the video to make muesli or improvise your own version!
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The History and Making of Toffee

Pre-K - Higher Ed
English toffee is a candy that's made by bringing butter and sugar to 149-154 degrees Celsius or 300-310 degrees Fahrenheit, giving the candy a signature crack sound when it is cooled and bent apart. American toffee, however, tends to be...
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Barley: From Ancient Civilizations to the Present Day

Pre-K - Higher Ed
Barley is one of the first cultivated grains ever recorded. Learn where the grain comes from and how it traveled throughout the world!<b<br/>r/>

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The History and Making of Marshmallows

Pre-K - Higher Ed
Did you know that the original marshmallow was used to treat ailments like cough and sore throat in ancient Egypt? That ancient marshmallow is very different from the fluffy, sweet candy that is popular today. Learn how marshmallows are...
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The History and Making of Hashbrowns

Pre-K - Higher Ed
Hashbrowns are a form of shredded, fried potato commonly eaten for breakfast or brunch in the United States. Learn about the history of this form of chopping and cooking vegetables and try making your own hasbrowns!
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The History and Making of Cheesecake

Pre-K - Higher Ed
Did you know that cheesecake was invented in Greece and eaten at religious ceremonies? Learn more about the dessert and try making your own, no-bake cheesecake!
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The Fascinating History and Importance of Maize

Pre-K - Higher Ed
Maize is believed to have first been domesticated and cultivated 9000 years ago in the Central Balsas region of Mexico. Learn about the genetic makeup of maize and its significance for the Mayan Empire.<b<br/>r/>

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Spelt: A Promising Ancient Grain in the Modern World

Pre-K - Higher Ed
This video discusses the decline and resurgence of spelt, an ancient grain that has faced challenges due to modernization and the popularity of wheat. Despite being less popular and more expensive, spelt retains its ancient composition...