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This week, The Kitchn debates the merits of the lima bean. Are you pro? Alexander of Alexander and the Terrible, Horrible, No Good, Very Bad Day never was—he thought they were as gross as kissing scenes on TV.
Also on The Kitchn, how to make peppermint patties from scratch, the science behind nonstick cooking sprays, plastic lids for mason jars, and a review of Trader Joe's wild rice.
- DIY Peppermint Patties: Candymaking is cheap, fun, and makes for great gifts. These only take a half hour.
- Food Science: The Science Behind Nonstick Cooking Spray:The sprays have always bewildered me. How are they fat-free but the main ingredient is oil? Alas, some answers.
- Plastic Lids for Ball and Mason Canning Jars: Gotta love innovations in the vintage jar world. Though less cute, these plastic lids promise an airtight seal.
- Good Product: Trader Joe's Wild Rice: The rice grains are dark, slightly glossy, and uniform in length—all good signs of quality wild rice. Plus it's pretty cheap.
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