Toasted marshmallows and our meals

Marshmallow has been a toasted favorite this year. Kids love to make smores and adults love to add them to the desserts like the sweet potato pie. Regardless of their application, it is a fact that marshmallows have been around much longer than you might expect.

To start with is the story of Marshmallow is actually very different from what it is known for today. In ancient Egypt, it was used for both its medicinal and tasting abilities. Marshmallow was originally an excerpt from Mallow plant, which is known for its ability to relieve a sore throat. Mallow root was squeezed, releasing a substance that had several applications. Because the pharaohs were required to speak to large audiences, this often left them hoarse, in which case the Mallow came into popular use.

The Greeks also put the plant to use, including the leaves as an extract to reduce muscle pain, Burns, and even mitigate serious medical conditions such as bronchitis. But in these special cases, they relied mainly on the leaves make a Marshmallow tea instead of a sweet treat.

Since then, Marshmallow undergone recipe changes and rarely include Mallow extract in its composition. There are various recipes, many of which include gelatin, sugar and often vanilla extracts, which varies according to the manufacturer, but has become extremely popular in Asia.

The popularity of the marshmallow has grown so much that it even has its own dedicated holiday in Japan. In 1978, it was as a response to those who gave chocolate and sweets during Valentine's day, 15 March designated as their national Marshmallow day to pay homage to women in Japan.

Regardless of location, it is obvious that the marshmallow has been a symbolic sweet all the time, and have made a mark in the books of history. For it, it has earned recognition and honor that can only be expressed by enjoying a dish that incorporates some toasted marshmallows. And while we might consider the only place a campsite favorite, we can always rely on our West Texas caterers to whip up a dish that puts this age-old favorite for tasty use.

As for those who enjoy Marshmallow here at home or in the backyard, we can really understand what it means to spend time roasting a few candies together. Of course, it's not always about the sweetness of treatment. It all comes down to the experience we have together.