marshmallows kristy mckeever inventor 2000 b.c.—egyptians
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MARSHMALLOWS
Kristy McKeever
INVENTOR
• 2000 B.C.—Egyptians
HISTORY
• Root Sap• Marshmallow Plant• Althaea Officinalis
HISTORY
• Grow In Marshes• Native to Europe,
North Africa, and Asia• Boil Pieces of Root
Pulp and Sugar
HISTORY
• Medical Uses– Laxative– Reduce Inflammation– Chest Pain– Soothe Cough– Sore Throat– Ointment– Hid Pills
HISTORY
Starch Mogul System
HISTORY
• Extrusion Process Patented
• Gelatin and Other Whipping Agents Replace Marshmallow Root
MATERIALS
• Sweeteners
• Emulsifying Agents
• Flavoring
• Coloring
MANUFACTORING
• Cooking– Dissolve Sugar and Corn Syrup– Add Egg White/ Gelatin– Heat– Strain– Beat– Add Flavor
MANUFACTORING
• Forming– Pump In Air– Cool– Filter– Extrude
MANUFACTORING
• Cooling– Cooling Drum– Remove Starch
MANUFACTORING
• Packaging– Weigh– Package
USES
Rice Crispy Treats
USES
S’mores
USES
Making Life Size Sheep
PROS
• They Make A Delightful Treat
• Taste Excellent
• Can Be Used In Multiple Desserts
• They Are Really Yummy
• Did I Mention How Good They Are to Eat?
CONS
• Lots of Sugars
• Fattening
• But let’s forget those because marshmallows are delicious!
ENJOY!