Today is Tuesday February 8, 2011
- Molasses is a thick, sticky syrup that is produced during the refining of sugar. The word molasses comes from the Portuguese word melaco, which is derived from mel (the Latin word for "honey").
The quality of molasses can differ tremendously depending on the maturity of the sugar cane, the amount of sugar extracted, and the method of extraction. In the Middle East, molasses can also be produced from several other materials besides sugar including carob, grapes, dates, pomegranates, and mulberries.
Molasses was first discovered during the 1500's in Europe. It was commonly used there as a sweetener in baking until the invention of refined white sugar. Molasses was not forgotten though. Its distinctive taste is still desired in many recipes including gingerbread, sauces, cookies, toffee, baked beans, fruitcake, and molasses bars.
Spicy yet sweet, molasses bars are a very popular snack in the Southern United States. Grab one to celebrate National Molasses Bar Day today!
- February is Black History Month & Potato Lover's Month & National Weddings Month
- This week is Boy Scout Anniversary Week
National Molasses Bar Day
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On this day in History:
| 1587 - Mary, the Queen of Scots, was executed. 1887 - The Aurora Ski Club of Red Wing, MN, became the first ski club in the United States. 1910 - William D. Boyce incorporated the Boy Scouts of America. 1980 - President Jimmy Carter announced a plan to re-introduce draft registration. 1985 - "The Dukes of Hazzard" ended its 6-1/2 year run on CBS television. |
Quote of the Day:
"Great works are performed not by strength but perseverance." --Samuel Johnson
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