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Licorice. By: Ivana Adams 2 nd hour chemistry . The History Of Licorice. The earliest record of licorice was in 2737 BC. It was found in the Chinese book “Shen nung Pen Tsao Ching”. There was 3 thousand year old licorice in king Tut’s tomb.
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Licorice By: Ivana Adams 2nd hour chemistry
The History Of Licorice • The earliest record of licorice was in 2737 BC. • It was found in the Chinese book “Shen nung Pen Tsao Ching”. • There was 3 thousand year old licorice in king Tut’s tomb. • It has also been known that licorice was eaten in battles by soldiers • An it was used by prophets
When licorice was created • There isn’t a real date as to when it was created. Considering that licorice comes from a plant there is no real date as to when it was first created. Others say that licorice was created by a man from Germany named Hans Riegel, but studies have shown that the substance was shipped over there so he couldn’t have created it but maybe he thinks he made it better.
The Chemical Make UP Of Licorice • 1 • 2 • 3 • 4 • The most important parts of licorice are theses four: • 1 Glycyrrhizic acid • 2 Chalocones • 3 Sterols • 4 amino acids
There are over 300 different kinds of licorice here are just a few……
How To Make Licorice • Prepare a 9-inch square pan by lining it with aluminum foil and spraying the foil with nonstick cooking spray. • In a large saucepan, melt the better over medium heat. Once melted, add the condensed milk, sugar, corn syrup, and salt, and stir until combined. • Bring the mixture to a boil, stirring often. Attach a candy thermometer and boil the candy until it reaches 245 degrees, firm-ball stage. Stir frequently so that the mixture does not scorch on the bottom of the pan. • Once it reaches the proper temperature , remove from the heat and stir in the anise extract and the food coloring, mixing until thoroughly combined. • Pour the candy into the prepared pan. Allow to set at room temperature overnight, or in refrigerator to speed up the process. • Cut into squares using an oiled bench cutter or kitchen shears. Wrap individual candies in waxed paper or cling-wrap to store.
Others Ways Licorice Is Used • It is used as an herb. • Licorice is also a remedy for stress and fatigue. • The Root of licorice helps to fight ulcers. • It is used in medicine. • It helps with menopause. • It is used as a natural way to stop smoking • It is used in teas because of its sweetness. • An it also used to flavor syrups and in chewing gum.
Bibliography • www.licorice.org/Health_History/History/history.htm • www.buzzl.com/articles/long-history-of-on-so-tasty-licorice.html • www.wiki.answers.com/Q/When_was_licorice_invented.htm • www.geocities.com/chardx/licorice.html • www.google.com • www.hersheys.com/youngandsmylie/history-of-licorice.htm