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What is Ajowan?

A spice made from the ajowan seed, a plant that is similar in appearance to wild parsley. With a flavor similar to thyme, it is commonly used to flavor breads, pastries...

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What is a Aji Serranito Chile?

A variety of chile native to Peru, that grows downward to a length of 2 to 3 inches. When mature, this chile is red in color. It is a cross between an aji amarillo and a serrano chile, providing a mildly hot tasting chile.

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What is an Aleppo Olive?

A variety of olive, both black and green, produced in the Middle East, most notably in Syria. The black olive is dry-cured and has a somewhat bitter taste. The green olive is brine cured and has a slightly salty flavor.

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What is a Aji Limon Chile?

A Peruvian chile that is 1 to 2 inches in length and grows upright or horizontally, instead of downward or as a hanging fruit. When mature, this chile becomes bright yellow with a hot flavor...

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What is Alcohol Content?

The amount of ethyl alcohol contained by volume in wine and liquor. Its presence is measured in percent by volume or "proof." When consuming wine, the amount of alcohol affects the character of the wine and must be clearly stated on the label as required by law.

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What is a Aji Panca Chile?

One of the most common chile peppers in Peru, this large chile grows from 3 to 5 inches in length, with a somewhat thick flesh. When mature, this chile is dark red and mild in intensity...

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What are Alfajores?

A popular South American sandwich cookie made with flour and cornstarch dough baked into round wafers. The wafers are filled with a sweet caramel mixture...

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What are Alfalfa Sprouts?

Alfalfa seeds that have germinated. They are a popular addition to salads, sandwiches and stir fry, providing crispness as an ingredient.

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What is Ale?

A type of beer that is made from fermented barley malt and hops. Sometimes referred to as English beer, it has a strong and slightly bitter taste. A dark malted beer, lighter and paler than Stout.

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What is Ajwain Seed?

Small seeds similar in appearance to caraway seeds, used as a spice in Indian and Middle Eastern cooking. Ajwain are pungent, spicy and bitter in flavor...

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What is an Alex Potato?

A variety of potato, beige to brown in color, with an elongated shape, a slightly waxy outer skin and having a creamy, mild-flavored flesh. Originally cultivated in Denmark.

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What is Albumen?

The transparent protein substance that makes up an egg white.

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What is Albacore Tuna?

A flavorful variety of tuna that has the lightest colored flesh of all the species of tuna and is often called "white tuna."

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What is an Aji Amarillo Chile?

A yellow chile pepper hot in flavor with a distinctive citrus aroma that is native to the Andes region of Chile.

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What is Aisy Cendre Cheese?

A French cheese made from cow's milk that is cured in an unusual way. The cheese is covered with ashes for a minimum of 30 days...

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What is the Aitchbone?

The back section of the pelvic bone on an animal. It is often removed from the surrounding meat before cooking in order for the meat to cook more evenly...

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What is Aglianico?

A grape variety used in the production of powerful red wines...

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What is Agnello?

The Italian term for lamb.

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What is Aglio e olio?

Pronunciation: [AH-lyoh ay AW-lyoh] Italian for "garlic and oil," referring to a dressing of garlic and hot olive oil used on pasta.

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Whar is Airelle?

A French term for an alcoholic beverage that is distilled from fermented cranberries used for a brandy or liqueur.

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Using Arrowroot

Using ArrowrootArrowroot is used as a thickening agent for gravies and sauces. Will give a nice gloss to the food you add it to.


Using Aji Amarillo

Using Aji AmarilloAji Amarillo is a yellow chile pepper common in Peruvian dishes. Sometimes you can find this variety of chile green or orange as well depending on the maturity of the fruit. It has mild to medium heat.


Using Baharat

Using BaharatBaharat is a spice blend is used in many Middle Eastern cuisines. Depending on the country in which this spice mix is prepared there may be variations of the spices included.


Using Almond Extract

Using Almond ExtractAlmond extract is made from bitter almond oil and ethyl alcohol, it is strong and sweet used in many baked goods.