Raisins Contain Resveratrol

Raisins

Grapes were sundried into raisins as early as 1490 B.C. Raisins were accidently made when grapes could not be harvested and the sun dried them on the vines.  Grapes lost their moisture but also became sweeter and could be stored for longer.

The grapes are placed on trays to dry in the sun or indoors with heat. It takes two to three weeks to dry grapes.

Raisins should be stored in a cool, dry place. Heat and air can cause them to dry out. After opening a package of raisins, place in an airtight container and refrigerate for long term storage.

         

      












         Raisins Contain Resveratrol.

         Chocolate With Rum Raisins

         Makes 4 dozen

        

         Ingredients

         3 cups seedless raisins

         1 cup rum

         12 ounces semisweet chocolate pieces

         1 tablespoon light corn syrup

    1.    Place raisins in a large plastic food bag.

    2.    Add rum, secure bag.

    3.    Let raisins soak for 3 hours.

    4.    Drain raisins by placing in a sieve, do not press.

    5.    Use liquid in fruit compote or spoon over ice cream.

    6.    Combine chocolate pieces and corn syrup in top of double boiler.

    7.    Place on hot, not boiling water until chocolate melts, stir occasionally

    8.    Remove from heat.

    9.    Fold raisins into melted chocolate, coating well. Drop heaped teaspoonfuls onto wax paper.

   10.   Chill until firm, store in refrigerator.