1) Knead the flour with diced cold butter, lo powdered sugar, a pinch of salt and the you working the ingredients quickly until a homogeneous mixture is obtained.
2) Divide it into blocks and form cylinders of 3 cm in diameter. Wrap them with cling film and put them in the freezer for 1 hour.
3) Remove the film and cut the cylinders into slices about 1/2 cm thick. Arrange them on a baking sheet lined with baking paper, brush them with the albumen, sprinkle them with black sesame and bake them in a preheated oven at 180 degrees for 15 minutes. Remove the cookies from the oven and serve cold.
If you are not superstitious, on November 17, celebrate Black Cat Day to support these felines and indulge in a greedy cuddle
There are those who fear them and avoid them because they believe i black cats gods carriers of bad luck. A superstition that has come down to the present day from the Middle Ages, when these animals were persecuted because it was believed that they accompanied evil spirits. And to think that the Egyptiansinstead, they treated them as sacred animals, which in the Celtic culture they were talismans symbol of prosperity, while in Japanblack cats are considered good wishes.
Black Cat Day, a day to overcome superstitions
Regardless of any popular belief, there are those who love black cats: for that shiny coat, for the eyes that scrutinize, for that blackcolor that camouflages them in the night, for that same aura of mystery that , on the other hand, it drives away many people and makes black cats a victim, even today, of many prejudices, abandonment, discrimination. If you are among the lovers of these felines, you can only support the cause of the Black Cat Day, a day dedicated to the black cat and designed for overcome superstitions around this animal.
Ice cream biscuit: to lick the whiskers (of the black cat)
For the occasion Deliveroo, an online food delivery platform, in collaboration with Taste17, launches i "Black Cat Biscuits". They are special ice cream cookies inspired by a cat's muzzle, stuffed with stracciatella ice cream, with a coverage of black chocolate. The cookies can be ordered throughout the day exclusively in Milan on the Deliveroo platform from the two Gusto17 stores of Corso Sempione is via Savona.
They stimulate intestinal activity, promote the elimination of waste substances and have excellent satiating power that helps fight hunger and extra pounds. Here are 3 good reasons to bring them to the table
Especially in the colder months, i legumes they are often protagonists at the table. They are perfect for preparing soups, soups and first courses and to give a special touch to seasonal salads. In supermarkets and organic shops, in addition to traditional varieties, there are also driedblack legumes. Loved by chefs for their taste and their particular appearance, they ensure a real mix of nutrients useful for keeping fit. «From an energy point of view, chickpeas, lentils, beans and blackbeans have more or less the same caloric content as traditional varieties. They provide about 350 calories per hectogram. For this reason, the right dose to consume is around 50 grams ”, explains the nutritionist Valentina Galiazzo, specialist in clinical biochemistry. «From a nutritional point of view, however, they have one more advantage. They ensure a greater concentration of micro and macronutrients that positively influence the line . So let's see what benefits i have black legumes and why bringing them to the table can be an excellent strategy for promote a healthy weight.
They have excellent anti-inflammatory properties
Black legumes act as real scavengers in the body. «Compared to traditional ones, they are richer in antioxidants. They contain a higher amount of anthocyanins which have anti-inflammatory properties. They facilitate the elimination of liquids in the tissues, responsible for swelling and retention. They also help get rid of free radicals produced by detoxification processes and expel harmful substances, which over time can promote the slowing of metabolic functions and weight gain ", says nutritionist Valentina Galiazzo.
They help keep blood sugar and cholesterol in check
Another advantage of black legumes is that they provide more minerals and fiber than traditional varieties. "Thanks to the richness of these nutrients, they promote the metabolism of carbohydrates and fats and hinder their assimilation. The fibers in particular slow down its absorption and help to stay away from an exaggerated production of insulin, a hormone that stimulates hunger and promotes weight gain. Finally, they are rich in B vitamins, essential for the proper functioning of metabolic processes. Due to their high fiber content, they are not recommended for those suffering from diverticula and irritable colon .
They reduce nervous hunger attacks
"The soluble fibers of which they are excellent sources help to keep the intestinal flora in balance, which is involved in the synthesis of serotonin, a hormone that affects hunger and mood".
In the gallery the varieties of black legumes to bring to the table and their respective nutritional properties
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