Author: Molly

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    Gooey Boozy Brownies

    The Brownie is a classic of Western desserts. This American chocolate treat appeared in the United States at the end of the 19th century. They are well-loved for their simplicity but also for their variety. This is because the brownie is a uniquely versatile dessert, with textures ranging from dense and fudgy to light and…

  • The First Alchemist

    Maria the Jewess (also known as Maria Hebraea or Mary the Prophetess), lived in Alexandria between the 1st and 3rd centuries CE. She is regarded as one of the earliest and most influential figures in the history of alchemy. She is credited with inventing several foundational laboratory devices, most famously the bain-marie, a gentle heating…