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  • Twelfth-day cake

    This particular fruit cake is unique in that it is made without the use of molasses, resulting in a white-colored cake. It is traditionally prepared several months in advance and is served on Epiphany, which falls on the twelfth day after Christmas. The cake is typically covered with a layer of almond paste and a…

  • Stud

    To fasten or insert an object at even intervals into a surface, as exemplified by cloves inserted into a ham, or the technique used in specific French dishes of adding petite portions of fat into incisions made in lean meat.  

  • Skilligalee

    A spontaneous concoction of stew comprised of any variety of game captured by the hunter.  

  • Serviceberry

    A petite, berry-shaped fruit grown on various species of North American trees that are closely related to apples and pears. While these fruits can be fairly sweet, they can also be somewhat tart or sour, making them ideal for use in jams and jellies. Commonly referred to as “serviceberry,” this fruit is also known by…

  • Sea grape

    The berry, resembling a grape, that is borne by a tropical American tree, whose roots often extend towards the sea, and as such, these trees thrive in close proximity to water. While this fruit is not typically consumed raw due to its taste, it is frequently utilized as an ingredient in jams and jellies.  

  • Popple

    A traditional rice-based dessert from the Southern region that does not include raisins in its recipe. It is often garnished with cherries and meringue and served with a side of lemon or cream sauce.  

  • Pingsuey tea

    This type of green tea, native to China, is considered to be of a lower quality than other varieties. Despite its less-than-stellar reputation, it still boasts a distinct and memorable flavor that can be appreciated by those with a taste for tea. While it may not measure up to the lofty standards of other green…

  • Pickerel

    A member of the pike family, this type of fish typically measures between one to two feet in length when it reaches maturity. It is identified by its flesh that is either lean or dry in consistency. Within the vast expanse of the United States, a distinct member of the pike family thrives, known as…

  • Alla parmigiana

    A style of cooking that involves the utilization of Parmesan cheese. This technique is frequently employed when preparing veal cutlets and eggplant.  

  • Panade

    A blend of stock or milk with flour, bread crumbs, or pieces, employed to provide forcemeat or stuffing with the right texture, or to thicken a sauce. The process typically involves soaking bread in milk, and then eliminating any excess liquid by applying pressure. A combination of flour, bread crumbs, or small pieces of bread…