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  • Roast goose

    Before roasting, it is recommended to bring the goose to room temperature. Lightly salt the cavity and stuff as desired, sewing or skewering the vent. Secure the legs and wings to the body using string. Salt and pepper the bird and use a kitchen fork to prick it all over. Next, place the bird breast…

  • Goose

    For optimal table consumption, a goose should be no older than six months. These birds can be purchased fresh from late November through early March, and frozen geese are available year-round. If you have a frozen bird, it should be defrosted in the refrigerator or using cold running water.  

  • Glycerol or glycerine

    Glycerol is a sweet and clear oily liquid composed of carbon, hydrogen, and oxygen. It arises from the breakdown of fats and is primarily produced as a by-product during soap production. Glycerol is occasionally incorporated into royal icing to help maintain its moisture content.  

  • Ginger beer

    Ginger beer is a carbonated and non-alcoholic beverage that boasts a distinctive ginger flavor. To make this drink, ginger, cream of tartar, and sugar are combined and allowed to ferment with yeast. Water is later introduced to the mixture before being bottled before the fermentation process is complete.  

  • Ginger ale

    Ginger ale is a carbonated and tinted beverage infused with the taste of ginger. This drink is commonly enjoyed as a soft drink or as an ingredient in punches. Moreover, ginger ale is often utilized to dilute alcoholic drinks such as whiskey and brandy in place of soda.  

  • Gervais

    A petite, velvety, and subtly flavored cheese made in France from cream is known as cream cheese.  

  • Genoise

    A luscious and airy European sponge cake differs from its American counterparts as it features butter and relies exclusively on well-beaten eggs for its rising properties. This delectable cake serves as an excellent foundation for intricate cakes or petits fours that require a coating of fondant or glaze. Additionally, it can be enjoyed on its…

  • Orange snow

    To create a delectable Basic Dessert Gelatin, utilize orange juice as the base ingredient and follow the recipe instructions. Once the gelatin has started to solidify, whip it until it reaches a light and frothy consistency, then carefully incorporate the stiffly beaten whites of one to three eggs. Continue with the standard setting procedure.  

  • Molded fruit gelatin

    Assemble a lemon-flavored gelatin following the instructions provided or opt for a flavored gelatin of your choice. In addition, select some fresh fruits, such as cherries, grapes, raspberries, orange segments, or sliced bananas (pre-dipped in lemon juice to prevent browning) or canned fruit varieties, including peaches, apricots, mandarin oranges, and pineapple, after being drained thoroughly.…

  • Gefilte fish

    Gefilte fish is a traditional Jewish dish made with ground freshwater fish, onions, matzo meal, and eggs, shaped into small dumplings and poached in fish stock. It is often served as an appetizer at holiday feasts and Sabbath dinners.  

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