Magnificent Mollusk
by Aaron Solomon
Introduction
Some clam species can go 16,000 feet deep! The appearance, life cycle, and diet are three of the most amazing characteristics of the clam. This gorgeous sea creature is great to study and learn about.
Appearance and Body Structure
Diet
Life Cycle and Reproduction
Finally, reproduction and life cycle are interesting too. First, the male and female clams release eggs and sperm into the water. Next, the eggs are fertilized in the water. Then, they form into non-shelled larvae. Lastly, they settle on rocks or coral for life. They only move to hide from predators. Another amazing fact is, Giant Clams can produce up to 500,000,000 (five-hundred-million) eggs a year. Some small clams are hermaphroditic and have both sexes reproductive organs.
Closing
Chef's Corner
Rissoles
Ingredients
500 grams minced lean chuck (1 pound lean ground beef)
1 medium onion, finely chopped
90 grams (1 cup) soft bread crumbs fried
1 teaspoon dried mixed herbs
1 tablespoon parsley, chopped
1 egg, season and beat well
flour as needed
Method
1.
Blend all ingredients well together (except flour).
2.
Shape into balls and flattened slightly. Make your rissoles about 6cm ( 2 ½" ) in diameter for a main dish, smaller if
serving with pasta or as an appetiser.
3.
Put flour into a bag and then add 2 Rissoles at a time. Shake gently untiltheRissoles are coated. Brush off excess flour before cooking.
4.
Cook on the hot plate on the barbie or indoors fry for about 20 minutes turning and browning on all sides.
Variation: Take 1 carrot and 1 zucchini finely grated plus ½ red or green capsicum (green pepper) finely chopped and cook until tender in 2 teaspoons of oil over medium heat. Let cool and then add it in Step 1.
Rissoles are popular in many places including France, Ireland, and most importantly Australia. They are fried meat patties combined with many spices to form a delicious ball of culture and meat. You will definitely love this extraordinary dish.
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