The Jam Minaret in Afghanistan is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and is known for its intricate decoration. It was built in the late 12th century as a symbol of Islam’s conquest in the region and is made entirely of fired brick. The minaret is in danger due to earthquakes, flooding, and looting, but efforts […]
Sugar-free jams can be made with artificial sweeteners like sucralose or aspartame, natural substitutes like sugar alcohols, corn syrup, or stevia, and pectin. They can be made from a variety of fruits and are a good option for people with diabetes or watching their weight. Sugar-free jams can be a good idea for people with […]
Before refrigeration, fruit was canned by stewing it in syrup. Fruit spreads are sweetened with fruit juice, while jams have chopped fruit and jellies are made from fruit juice only. Preserves can be used interchangeably with jams. Butters and jellies do not have fruit pieces. Before refrigeration was available, many fruit crops had to be […]
