FoodNet

Foods, their selection and preparation

1935

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Presented as published in 1935. Historical recipes may not meet modern food-safety standards. Cook from the modern interpretation, not the original instructions.
35.7 18.0 12. 5.4 4.6 353 1,600 and Soybean From press cake . 6.2 41.8 5.7 15. 5.3 5.8 278 1,265 Products1 Soybean flour: High fat content . 6.9 37.3 20.2 12. 2.5 4.7 379 1,720 From press cake . 7.5 43.4 7.8 12. 2.6 5.8 292 1,325 Soybean curd or cheese, fresh . 84.1 7.5 4.2 3.4 .1 .8 81 370 Soybean milk . 92.6 3.4 1.5 2.0 .0 .5 35 160 Soy sauce, domestic or Oriental 65. 2. 1. 9. 20. 53 240 of animal proteins. We produce soybeans primarily as a source of fat and for animal feeding. The fat is extracted as a source of oil and the residue, largely protein and pen¬ tosans, goes into animal feeds and certain industrial uses. Since this product is known to be useful as a source of calcium, iron, and the B vitamins, as well as protein, relatively small amounts have been specially prepared for use as human food in the forms of low-fat soybean flours and meals. These are distrib¬ uted largely through industrial channels, and reach the consumer in the form of mixed products: crackers, soups, and pancake mixes. Some of these flours are stable and might well be more widely used. Full-fat soybean flour is on the market. This has a rich nutty flavor and is a good source of fat as well as protein, calcium, iron, and the B vitamins. The instability of some of these soy flours has retarded their distri¬ bution. When properly milled, full-fat soy flour is quite stable and makes a palatable, nutritious addition to breads, cookies and other baked products. Nuts. Nuts vary considerably in popu- ^rom data compiled by the Bureau of Human Nutrition and Home Economics. 2These figures have been adjusted when necessary to represent nutritionally available carbohydrate. larity and in cost. Most varieties are more expensive than the legumes as sources of protein and energy but are in demand for their desirable flavor and texture. Surprisingly enough the most used nut in this country is not really a nut but a leg¬ ume, the peanut. English walnuts, pecans, almonds, and filberts come next in the amounts used in the order named. All these are produced commercially in this country. Brazil and cashew nuts are available only by import. In some parts of the country the woods still offer nuts for the gathering, black walnuts, hickory nuts, butternuts, beech¬ nuts, and pine nuts. From the standpoint of nutrition, the protein from nuts may be used interchange¬ ably with animal proteins. As nuts are a concentrated food, high in protein and fat, they should be used in small quantities when used alone. They are well adapted for use in combination with other foods. SELECTION AND CARE Legumes. The kinds of legumes available in any market are determined by supply (particularly by production within a given area) and consumer preference for a particu¬ lar variety. [260] Nuts Are Used Raw or Lightly Toasted as Confections • They add distinctive flavor and texture to cooked dishes New England prefers white navy beans; the South likes black-eyed and field peas, cooked with fat meat; the West uses pintos and red kidney beans, boiled, highly sea¬ soned, and in chili con carne; and dried Limas are a general favorite in the Middle West. Soys are newcomers, and not generally available. Some kinds are difficult to cook. Certain varieties1 can be cooked easily and ✓