CWNP Fun Fact
Fun Facts: What does #skittles and bugs have in common? Food dye! Red food dye “carminic acid” is made of crushed insects called dactylopiud coccus. Also used in #strawberry and raspberry flavoured candy, and lipstick. A surprising bit of food science that shows just how creative ingredient sourcing can be. Many everyday treats get their vibrant red colour from this natural dye a reminder that the world of preserved foods is full of fascinating details. At CWNP, we love sharing the […]https://cookingwithnonperishablesdotcom.wordpress.com/2026/05/12/cwnp-fun-fact-3/









