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Spotlight On Spices! Issue July 2011revised - Cinnamon or Cassia? Do You Know the Difference? July 06, 2011 |
This month we get to celebrate and enjoy blueberries! Today starts the National July Belongs to Blueberries Month.
July is also the national month for Baked Beans, Culinary Arts, Ice Cream, and Hot Dogs. So, embrace your culinary arts skills and release your creative juices. With all of these goodies, there’s no need to wait any longer to enjoy a tasty cookout!
Let’s start the month off with a bowl of delicious and "good-for-you" blueberries enjoyed anyway you like including dusted with a generous sprinkling of a sweet blend made from sweetener or sugar, and this month’s spice of life ...
THE SPICE OF LIFE - Cinnamon - Cassia
Cinnamon and Cassia are different spices harvested from the inner bark of two closely related tropical trees. Ceylon Cinnamon, indigenous to Sri Lanka, is the true cinnamon. In America, Cassia is what is known and used generally as cinnamon, and is grown and cultivated in various countries including China and Vietnam.
The primary differences between the two are: True Cinnamon (Ceylon) is mellow and soft with citrus notes; whereas, Cassia is sharper and sweeter in aroma and taste. Ceylon Cinnamon is especially good with blueberries, apples and other fruit.
Most people know that both Cinnamon and Cassia are found in many traditional sweets, cakes and desserts. Remember too that they are perfect for many savory dishes and spice blends like Chinese Five Spice. These spices can enhance the flavor of: beef, beets, breads, carrots, cereals, chili, chocolate, fruit, pork, pumpkin, rice, squash, and sweet potatoes.
Health Benefits of True Cinnamon (Ceylon):High in antioxidants, Cinnamon is believed to be useful for read more >>>
MONTHLY EVENTSJuly is the Month for:Blueberries, Baked Beans, Culinary Arts, Hot Dogs, and Ice Cream
Our Favorite National Food Days in July Include:
July 1st - National Creative Ice Cream Flavor Day July 1st - National Gingersnap Day July 3rd - National Eat Beans Day July 4th - National Barbecued Spareribs Day July 4th - National Caesar Salad Day July 5th - National Apple Turnover Day July 6th - National Fried Chicken Day July 7th - National Strawberry Sundae Day July 8th - National Milk Chocolate with Almonds Day July 9th - National Sugar Cookie Day July 9th - National Don't Put All Your Eggs in One Omelette Day July 11th - National Blueberry Muffin Day July 12th - National Pecan Pie Day July 13th - National French Fries Day July 13th - National Beans 'n' Franks Day July 14th - National Pick Blueberries Day July 15th - National Tapioca Pudding Day July 16th - National Corn Fritters Day July 17th (Third Sunday) - Sundae Sunday July 17th - National Peach Ice Cream Day July 18th - National Caviar Day July 19th - National Ice Cream Day July 20th (Third Wednesday) - National Hot Dog Day July 20th - National Lollipop Day July 20th - National Ice Cream Soda Day July 20th - National Fortune Cookie Day July 21st - National Junk Food Day July 23rd - National Vanilla Ice Cream Day July 25th - National Hot Fudge Sundae Day July 27th - National Crème Brûlée Day July 30th - National Cheesecake Day July 31st - National Raspberry Cake Day July 31st - National Cotton Candy Day
SPICY TIDBITSCheck here for the latest news on any spice recalls, market withdrawals, and safety alerts:
MERCHANTS & RETAILERS:Websites for Spice Retailers:Atlantic Spice Company - www.atlanticspice.com
Durkee® - www.durkee.com
McCormick® - www.mccormick.com
Milford Spice Company - www.milfordspice.com
Penzeys Spices - www.penzeys.com
Savory Spice Shop - www.savoryspiceshop.com
Spice Islands® - www.spiceislands.com
The Spice House - www.thespicehouse.com
Spice Accessories Websites:
Bottles, Containers & Jars:
Bottle Store - www.bottlestore.com
eBottles.com - www.ebottles.com
SKS Bottle & Packaging, Inc. - www.sks-bottle.com
Labels:
Online Labels - www.onlinelabels.com
Spice Racks:
Tubular Spices - www.tubularspices.com/Spice_Racks.asp
Spice Rack Source - www.spiceracksource.com/all-spice-racks/
YOUR TURNTell us what you would love to see in our monthly eZine. We want to keep this publication fresh and relevant. We want to put a spotlight on the herbs and spices that are of the most interest to you.
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Ellen White Eat Well. Live Well. Cook everyday with spices and herbs!
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