
Written by Kristen Rajczak
Part of the Ingredients for a Healthy Life series
Uncover cocoa's journey from bean to dish with tasty recipes.
Explore the fascinating journey of cocoa, from its origins to its diverse culinary uses. Discover how this beloved ingredient transforms into more than just chocolate bars. With vibrant photos and intriguing facts, delve into recipes like mole and low-sugar granola. Learn to enjoy cocoa's health benefits while indulging in its rich flavors. What secrets does this ancient bean hold beyond dessert?
More than 4.4 million tons (4 million t) of cocoa beans are used to satisfy the world’s need for tasty products each year. But cocoa is used for far more than just chocolate bars. Readers will discover the history and origins of cocoa while they explore a diverse, useful culinary ingredient. Full-color photographs accompany delicious recipes that use cocoa or chocolate, including mole and a low-sugar granola. Through interesting fact boxes and plenty of food fun, readers will learn how to reap the benefits of cocoa’s healthy properties without eating too much dessert!
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