ALL THINGS FOOD - PART 2

 Food origins

Let us take a  closer look at food origins. There are
many foods such as rice, potatoes, corn and wheat
(in the form of breads, cakes, pies), which are used
as staple foods in different countries. 

These foods are generally economical and readily 
available. There are other staples which will be
discussed later.

Rice is a staple food of many countries. It can be served
hot or cold. Most rice is grown in Asia, in countries like
China and India.

Rice grows in swamp land and will wind up on the table 
of many, as a main meal. There are some wonderfully 
flavored rice like Jasmine or Basmati.

 

Potatoes are a  known staple in many countries like
England and Ireland. However, the origin of the potato
is not Europe, but the Andean mountains of South America. 
The potato originates from a specific area of Peru and Bolivia.

Cassava, another staple that originates in South America.

 

Above , different types of staple foods are being made
use of. Donuts and coffee at the breakfast table. Muffins 
of different flavors are on the shelf. Tempting loaves 
of bread also lace the shelves. 

What do donuts, breads and muffins have in common?
They are all made of wheat. Wheat is a staple of many 
countries. In some countries, bread is served with every
meal.

Corn another staple, is commonly used in countries such 
as Mexico and South America. Tortillas, a flat bread which
is a favorite on most table, may be made of flour or wheat.