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Annatto
The ruddy-orange pigment, utilized to dye cheese and lend a vivid hue to butter, is procured from the fruit of a tropical tree that bears the identical name.
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Anna Potatoes
A stack of finely cut tubers, delicately arranged in a deep-dish cooking container and heated to perfection.
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Anjou pear
This winter, connoisseurs of exquisite fruit will delight in the succulent and sumptuous taste of a sizable, near-elliptical pear boasting a saccharine and flavorful flesh that is both juicy and delectable. Its outermost layer, ranging in hue from verdant to a reddish-brown russet, is but an invitation to savor the exceptional quality of this top-rated…
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Anisette
A potable solution, devoid of color or having a greenish hue, comprising of anise and thereby imparting a distinct taste of licorice.
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Animal fat
Animal-based adipose matter, including but not limited to butter, lard, or suet.
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Angels on horseback
Oysters which have been enveloped by ribbons of bacon or ham and subsequently grilled to a crisp are referred to by the moniker of “devils on horseback” or “pigs in blankets”. The oysters should be gently simmered in their own flavorful liquid until their edges gracefully curl. Next, carefully encase each oyster with a delicate…
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Angel food cake
A certain type of cake, referred to as an X, is recognized by its utilization of approximately eight to twelve vigorously whisked egg whites and the specific shape of the baking pan, possessing elevated sides and a tube in the center, which has now become almost exclusively linked to this cake. The presence of cake…
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Andalouse
The culinary tradition of Andalusia in Spain boasts a characteristic style of preparing dishes that often involves the use of tomatoes. One such dish, commonly referred to as ‘alouse’, is a variation of mayonnaise made by incorporating tomato purée.
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Anchovy pear
The russet-hued, ovoid produce from a tree native to the West Indies, is consumed in a pickled form akin to its counterpart, the mango, with a similar flavor profile.
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Anadama bread
This particular variety of bread is created by using yeast to raise the dough, and it stands out from other types due to the presence of both corn meal and molasses in the list of ingredients. A type of yeast bread that is commonly consumed in the United States is known as “Anadama bread”. This…