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One mans meat is another mans poison, as always ..
More facts about Vegemite.
Most Aussie kids were/are raised on Vegemite.
The yeast used in Vegemite is a by-product from brewing beer.
It is usually served spread very thinly on toast or dry biscuits.
I suspect many people unfamilar with Vegemite spread either try it straight from the jar, or spread it thickly on bread or whatever. No wonder they say it tastes foul, served like this !!
It is very rich in B group vitamins, ( and provides a good pick me after a hangover )
In Australia, you can also buy cheese slices with Vegemite mixed into the cheese.
The salt content of Vegemite has been reduced several times over the last 10 years or so.
Vegemite tastes nothing like licorice !!
It is also quite different from Marmite. Marmite has a sweet taste.
Vegemite is often used to add a richer flavour to soups, stews, or casseroles.
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