Category: L
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Lamb’s wool
Lambswool, an age-old English beverage cited by Pepys, is produced by combining hot ale with pureed roasted apples and augmenting the mixture with sugar and spices.
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Lamb
Lamb refers to the meat derived from a sheep that is less than one year old. High-quality lamb is characterized by its firm texture and light color, with the fat appearing firm and white. Additionally, cuts of meat should have a decent amount of fat to ensure a desirable flavor and texture.
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Lake trout
This game trout is found in numerous North American lakes, stretching as far south as the Great Lakes. Several European species of this trout also exist. Smaller specimens can be prepared using the same methods as other types of trout, while larger ones may be cooked utilizing any of the various methods commonly employed for…
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Ladyfinger
Ladyfingers are small sponge cakes that resemble the size and shape of a finger. They can be served as cookies or utilized to line molds for the creation of intricate Charlotte desserts.
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Lutfisk
A preserved fish that has been dried and cured, and is traditionally soaked in lye water for several days, followed by being placed in fresh water to ready it for cooking. This dish, which is not commonly consumed beyond Scandinavia, is known for its distinct preparation method.
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Luncheon
A meal usually taken during the light hours of noon, which originated from the term “lump” and harks back to an era where a chunk or portion of bread, cheese, or similar items were consumed as a snack between breakfast and dinner. The word “lunch,” an abbreviated version of the original term, is often employed…
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Love-in-a-mist
A flora commonly found in gardens, known for its intriguing aromatic scent, and the seeds of which were formerly used to sprinkle on top of cakes and cookies.
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Lotus
This is a type of water lily that can be found growing in various regions across the world. It is often used as a vegetable in certain Oriental dishes, with the root of the plant being the part that is typically consumed.
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Long island oyster
This term refers to any oyster that is cultivated either entirely or partially in the waters surrounding Long Island. It is often assumed that this designation indicates a particularly delicious variety, such as the Blue Point. However, the flavor of oysters can vary significantly depending on the salinity and other factors present in the waters…
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London bun
This pastry is a circular, sweet, and yeast-raised bun that includes small pieces of candied orange peel. It is typically glazed with a mixture of egg and sugar.