Category: C

This delicacy is a smooth, luscious cheese that has a texture that is easy to spread. Its ivory hue is understated and its flavor is mild, lacking any sharpness or acidity. It is produced using rich, sweet cream and is often blended with other ingredients such as chives, pimentos, and other savory flavors to enhance…

The ecrevisse, a freshwater decapod similar to a diminutive lobster, typically spans a mere few inches. Upon preparation in a court-bouillon, it may be served in a modest presentation or a highly sophisticated one. The French vernacular for this creature is ecrevisse.  

A certain species of fish, which is prevalent in the region surrounding the Mississippi River, is not commonly captured for commercial purposes due to the regulations imposed by the State. This species of fish is typically not very large, with a maximum length of one foot and a weight of one pound, yet it is…

This culinary terminology pertains to the preparation of poultry, specifically chicken or squab, that has undergone a process of flattening with a mallet to a significant extent before cooking, or alternatively, being cut open and stretched out as much as possible.  

The Crenshaw melon, a nascent hybrid of Persian and Casaba melons, boasts a svelte form weighing between four to eight pounds. Its sleek rind, a rich green or golden hue, matures into a resplendent gold as the melon reaches full ripeness. Within its outer shell lies a tantalizing, salmon-colored flesh. It’s worth noting that the…

A savory and delicate dough, leavened by yeast, sliced into elongated sections that are roughly two inches in width. A type of hard, plain cracker made from a dough that is boiled before being baked, causing it to puff up.  

This minuscule, uncultivated apple is characterized by its sour and astringent flavor when unripe, but its potential for making jelly is noteworthy. The crab apple is a type of apple that is native to North America, Europe, and Asia. It is primarily grown for its fruit, which is small and sour, and is often used…

This leguminous crop, resembling a diminutive pea, bears a white hue and possesses a black mark, indicating the position of the germ where the seedling germinates. These incredibly nourishing legumes are a staple ingredient in the culinary traditions of the Southern United States and the Creole cuisine of Louisiana. Additionally, this variety of legume is…

There are multiple kinds of berries that grow on bushes that are part of the vast cranberry family, and they are frequently found in pastures and woodland environments.  

The concoction utilized for the poaching of fish is comprised of an amalgamation of water, wine or vinegar, onions, carrots, and a variety of herbs. Interestingly, the name of this broth is a direct translation of the phrase “short broth.” Court-bouillon is a type of stock that is commonly used in place of plain water…