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The Sweet and Spicy History of Gingerbread
There’s much more to this festive food than just those cute little houses.
All About Buttercream: The Sweet Scoop on This Frosted Delight
You can eat it and decorate with it, of course — but that’s just the beginning.
The Berry That Just Won’t Quit: A Look at Cranberries Through the Ages
Just don’t get too bogged down in the details.
11 Facts About Pumpkins That Will Have You Saying ‘Oh My Gourd!’
Learn everything from how to carve a jack-o’-lantern to where the world’s first 2,000-pound pumpkin was grown.
More Than a Meal: How the Oat Won Over the World
The cereal grain has come a long way since being shunned by the ancient Romans.
The Twisted History of the Pretzel
Sure, they may make you thirsty, but don’t let that stop you from chowing down on these über-popular salty snacks.
Coming Out of Its Shell: Why the Peanut Reigns Supreme
We take a crack at explaining the popularity of one of America’s favorite snack foods.
Apple of Our Eye: Meet Nature’s Most Versatile Fruit
One of America’s most popular fruits, the apple has earned a prominent place in our food culture and our modern world (think: computers).