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| A '''marshmallow''' is a type of ] that, in its modern form, consists of ], ] ], ], water, and air. In former times one of its ingredients was the root of the marsh ], a shrubby herb from which it takes its name. | A '''marshmallow''' is a type of ] that, in its modern form, consists of ], ] ], ], water, and air. In former times one of its ingredients was the root of the marsh ], a shrubby herb (of the genus '']'') from which it takes its name. | ||
| Marshmallows are popular with children and adults alike, and can be eaten with or without accompaniments. Some prefer their ] ] with marshmallows. In ], marshmallows are often placed on top of ]. By far the most popular places to find marshmallows are in ] and in ]. ] are a puffed white cereal that, when cooked in melted marshmallows, produce a crunchy, sweet bar. S'mores are traditionally made by cooking a marshmallow over an open fire, especially a ], and then placing it with ] and between ]. | Marshmallows are popular with children and adults alike, and can be eaten with or without accompaniments. Some prefer their ] ] with marshmallows. In ], marshmallows are often placed on top of ]. By far the most popular places to find marshmallows are in ] and in ]. ] are a puffed white cereal that, when cooked in melted marshmallows, produce a crunchy, sweet bar. S'mores are traditionally made by cooking a marshmallow over an open fire, especially a ], and then placing it with ] and between ]. | ||
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A marshmallow is a type of confection that, in its modern form, consists of sugar, egg whites, gelatin, water, and air. In former times one of its ingredients was the root of the marsh mallow, a shrubby herb (of the genus Althaea) from which it takes its name.
Marshmallows are popular with children and adults alike, and can be eaten with or without accompaniments. Some prefer their hot cocoa with marshmallows. In Thanksgiving, marshmallows are often placed on top of sweet potatoes. By far the most popular places to find marshmallows are in Rice Krispies treats and in s'mores. Rice Krispies are a puffed white cereal that, when cooked in melted marshmallows, produce a crunchy, sweet bar. S'mores are traditionally made by cooking a marshmallow over an open fire, especially a campfire, and then placing it with chocolate and between graham crackers.