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Andouille is a large sausage made from the digestive tract of a single pig. In France, it's made by mixing onions and seasonings with the chopped or sliced strips of a pig's stomach and small intestines. Then, the mixture is put in a casing made from the pig's large intestine, poached, and allowed to cool. Most andouille found in U.S. stores is Cajun-style. This type is made from the upper shoulder of a pig (often called the pork butt) and mixed with spicy seasonings. Instead of being poached, it is twice smoked.

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"I love Tiny! One of my favorite mentors ever and one of the most talented chefs in the Army. Tell him he's looking a little small."That was D.C.-area event producer Stephen Ball's reaction on Twitter to a photo snapped by CNN White House reporter Kate Bennett. Bennet captured two chefs tending an outdoor grill for the White House's Iftar celebration, a breaking of the Ramadan fast. And the Internet went wild.

The best beers in the world are easier to get than ever before. Forty years ago, customers strolling through grocery stores would only find endless variations on the easy-drinking domestic lager. Care for a Busch? Miller High Life? Bud Light? If you were lucky, you might find an imported Irish beer like Guinness, a beach-y Mexican beer such as Corona, or perhaps even Foster’s, that Australian beer sold in the oversized can. Today’s hopheads can pick from tens of thousands of the best beers that deliver every conceivable flavor and alcohol level. Hazy double IPAs are now sold alongside zippy...

A small pizza shop in Ohio was pranked into baking a lot of pizzas only to realize that the customer who called in the order never intended to pick them up or pay the huge bill. Thankfully, another small business owner, who heard about the prank, stepped in and offered to foot the bill. Rocky Keefer, manager of PizzAroma's Maumee location, said a woman called earlier this month to place a timed order of 16 large pizzas, eight cheeses and eight pepperonis, to be picked up the following day. Keefer said there was nothing alarming about the order as the...

Soft and sugary, it has spurred the spirits of World War One soldiers on the front lines. Warm and doughy, it has earned the adulation of Homer Simpson, the main character of America's longest-running animated TV series. Heart-shaped and jelly-filled, it has even been used to honour the Duke and Duchess of Sussex's wedding. And every 2 June since 1938, we celebrate it - the donut or doughnut - on National Donut Day in the US

Here's why you're better off with canned and bottled drinks.Regardless of where you’re traveling from or where you’re flying to, the best part of being on a plane is when the flight attendants start handing out snacks and drinks. Would I like a bag of pretzels? Yes, I would. Do I want a second package of cookies? Of course, I do. As enjoyable as it is to crack into a tiny bottle of in-flight bourbon — or even a can of Sprite Zero — one former flight attendant is warning passengers off ordering two common beverages. TikTok influencer Kat Kamalani,...

Here's what soda Americans are sipping on (second) most.Move over Pepsi, there's a new second-favorite soda in town. New data by Beverage Digest, which looked at sales-volume data, shows that Dr. Pepper has officially overtaken Pepsi, which held the second-place spot since 1985, as the number two soda brand in America. According to the data, shared with the Wall Street Journal, Coke still leads by a very healthy margin, taking home 19.2% of the soda market in the U.S. by sales volume. Next came both Dr. Pepper and Pepsi, with 8.3%, but Dr. Pepper took it by a nose....

As the cost of shopping at the supermarket remains a gripe for Greeks, the country’s famed Feta cheese is driving a political debate over what – or who – is responsible for the high prices. Feta, the High Prices of Greek Food, and the Political Debate Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis has stated that multinationals – and by extension corporate greed – are to be blamed for keeping prices high, despite being fined by his government for gouging, along with some domestic companies. However, the cost of going to the supermarket still looms as a large complaint for the Greeks. Olive...

Americans nibble their way through more than 3 million tons of chocolate each year, savoring the aromatic bitterness that only the seeds of the cacao plant can deliver. To make the signature flavor palatable as a sweet treat, chocolate manufacturers combine a paste made from cacao seeds with sugar. Lots and lots of sugar – often enough to rival all the other ingredients combined, in fact. Together with significant amounts of saturated fatty acids, provided by the addition of cocoa butter from the fruit, the few health benefits provided by the chocolate bean are swamped by ingredients that increase the...

Navy Seal Author and Historian Matt Bracken comes back on the podcast to discuss his new book Doomsday Reef, insanity of the escalation with Russia, Israel, how the United States will tear itself apart if the grid goes down and much more. Video is 1h 12m 38s

A massive blaze at a farm in southern Illinois has left more than one million birds dead and the facility a total loss, officials said.The fire broke out at approximately 6:30 p.m. Wednesday in Farina, a community located in Marion County, according to NBC affiliate KSDK.Marion County Sheriff Kevin Cripps told KSDK that multiple buildings at the site were completely consumed by flames, with smoke visible for miles and more than two dozen fire departments called to help bring the blaze under control.State Rep. Blaine Wilhour confirmed on his Facebook page that more than one million birds were killed in...

NATIONAL COGNAC DAY Each year on June 4, brandy lovers and distillers celebrate National Cognac Day. A well-known variety of brandy, Cognac was named after Cognac, France, where it is produced. The region is also known for vineyards and producing wine. #NationalCognacDay A distilled brandy must meet certain legal requirements within the production to bear the name Cognac. In fact, one requirement during production includes the use of a particular variety of grape called Ugni Blanc. Additionally, the brandy needs to be distilled twice in copper pot stills where the brandy must age the brandy at least two years in...

An invasive fish with the head of a snake and the ability to survive on land for several days has been detected in Missouri. The state's Department of Conservation confirmed on Friday that a northern snakehead fish had been caught by a fisherman, marking the fourth observation of the invasive species in Missouri. VIDEO AT LINK.................. The department says that the northern snakehead fish can grow up to three feet long "with python-like coloration and pattern" and has a head that "resembles a snake." The first time of the invasive specimens was caught in the state was in 2019, CBS...

NATIONAL CHEESE DAY Moooove over whiners! June 4th is National Cheese Day! An encyclopedia of cheese will cover the alphabet and broaden your vocabulary. It will undoubtedly contain more varieties of cheese than what's found at the local grocer. #NationalCheeseDay Cheese is produced from the pressed curds of milk. The milk can come from cows, buffalo, goats, or sheep. Temperature and aging affect the flavor and texture of the cheese, as well as spices and other seasonings added during the process. The opportunity to go to a cheese tasting or visit a cheesemonger who is knowledgeable about pairings will improve...

Dr Pepper is now tied with Pepsi as the No. 2 soft drink brand in the U.S., new research shows. Wall Street Journal reveals favorite soft drink DALLAS — Move over, Pepsi. Or at least make room. Texas' own Dr Pepper is now tied with Pepsi as the No. 2 soft drink brand in the U.S., according to new research reported by the Wall Street Journal. Both brands are still well behind Coke, which has long held the dominant market share on soft drinks, according to Beverage Digest data cited in the report. In 2023, Coke held 19.18% market share,...

Although moose aren't more dangerous than bears in terms of behavior, they pose a greater threat of injuring you simply because of their size. Moose outnumber bears nearly three to one in Alaska, wounding around five to 10 people in the state annually. That's more than grizzly bear and black bear attacks combined [source: Smith]. A 2011 CBS news report said that more people are injured by moose than bears each year but rarely are people killed by moose attacks.

Every year, the Danish town of Spøttrup plays host to an event that defies convention and delights the senses: the Cinnamon Roll Tossing Championship. This quirky competition celebrates Denmark‘s love affair with cinnamon rolls and its fondness for unique traditions. Location and Atmosphere: Spøttrup sets the stage for this delightful spectacle. Picture-perfect cobblestone streets wind through the town, leading to charming bakeries where the air is perpetually perfumed with the sweet aroma of cinnamon. As competitors gather, there’s an unmistakable buzz of excitement in the air. The Rules of the Game: In this unconventional contest, participants showcase their tossing skills...

It's finally here and ready for baking! Mary Ann released her famous coconut cream pie recipe to the world. This was taken from the "Mary Ann's Cookbook" and I have yet to try it. If any of you bake this pie, please tell me how it came out. You can purchase Mary Ann's Cookbook at Amazon.com. 3 egg yolks Dash of salt 3/4 cup sugar 3 cups milk 2 tablespoons butter 1/2 cup cornstarch 1 cup coconut 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract 1 baked 9-inch pie shell 3 egg whites Coconut for garnish In the top of a double boiler over...

At this point it looks like most of our protein will be sourced from animals for some time to come, whether we like it or not, as it has for the past 100,000 years. Luckily, we can do this in ways that meet our climate goals and boost nutrition and animal welfare, Eurof Uppington writes. 2021 saw a strange and short-lived celebrity phenomenon. Out of nowhere, Leonardo DiCaprio, Robert Downey Jr, Katy Perry, Serena Williams and other A-listers announced personal investments in plant-based foodtech startups alongside venture capital funds and philanthropists. They were on a mission to save the planet,...