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Article: Lemon mania.(recipes using lemons)(Illustration)
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- Ebony
- Article date:
- May 1, 1998
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If you want to add a little zest to your culinary creations, lemons can enhance the flavor of most recipes. They are great on fresh vegetables, in stews and meat loaf. They also can be squeezed over fish, chicken or salads. If you are trying to reduce your sodium intake, try squeezing a wedge of fresh lemon instead of using the salt shaker. In addition, fresh, grated lemon peel adds a pleasant aroma to all kinds of food.
In general, lemons are reasonably priced and are easy to store (they will remain fresh in the refrigerator for several weeks). When purchasing this popular citrus fruit, avoid any of the selections that are bruised, discolored or have wrinkled ...