List of Ingredients
Sesame seeds, dried
| Sesame is grown primarily
for its oil-rich seeds, which come in a variety of colors, from
cream-white to charcoal-black. In general, the paler varieties of sesame
seem to be more valued in the West and Middle East, while the black
varieties are prized in the Far East. The small sesame seed is used whole
in cooking for its rich nutty flavor a and also yields sesame oil.
Sesame seeds are often used in baked goods,
as garnish on sushi, salads and other foods.
RECIPE:
Cranberry
Spinach Salad
1 tablespoon butter
3/4 cup almonds, blanched and
slivered
1 pound spinach, rinsed and torn into bite-size pieces
1 cup dried cranberries
1 red onion sliced and rings separated
2 tablespoons sesame seeds
1/4 cup honey, warmed
2 teaspoons minced onion
1/4 teaspoon paprika
1/2 cup red wine vinegar
1/2 cup vegetable oil
In
a medium saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Cook and stir almonds in
butter until lightly toasted. Remove from heat, and let cool.
In
a large bowl, combine the spinach with the toasted almonds and
cranberries.
In
a medium bowl, whisk together the sesame seeds, honey, onion, paprika,
white wine vinegar, cider vinegar, and vegetable oil. Toss with spinach
just before serving. | NutritionFacts
Serving
size: 1 oz | | Amount per serving | | | | % Daily Value * | | | | | | | | | Percent values are based on a 2,000 calorie per day diet. Your daily values may differ. | Additional Information
77.4% of calories from Fat
6% from Carbohydrates
16.6% from Protein |
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