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  • Valois sauce

    This sauce is a popular accompaniment for meat dishes and is made by blending a béarnaise sauce with meat glaze. The resulting mixture has a rich and savory flavor that enhances the taste of the meat it is served with. In some regions, this sauce is also known as Foyot sauce.  

  • Valencia orange

    This is a type of orange that is typically cultivated in California and Florida during the summer season. It is known for its pale color, which distinguishes it from the navel orange, and it may not be completely seedless. Despite this, the orange remains a popular choice among many due to its juicy sweetness and…

  • Valencia almond

    This is a type of almond that is commonly grown in Spain and is highly regarded for its taste and texture. It is often considered to be a close second in popularity to the Jordan almond, which is another type of almond that is enjoyed by many.  

  • Vadai

    This dish is comprised of a patty that is created by frying boiled lentils that have been mixed with onions, chilis, and spices. The result is a flavorful and nutritious vegetarian option that can be enjoyed on its own or served as a side dish.  

  • Vacuum coffee

    This type of coffee is created using a two-vessel device in which water is heated in a lower bowl and then passes into an upper bowl that contains the ground coffee. The coffee is briefly cooked in the upper bowl before being removed from the heat and allowed to drain back into the lower bowl.…

  • Usquebaugh

    This is a Gaelic term that translates to “water of life.” It is believed that the word “whiskey” is derived from this term, as whiskey is a type of distilled alcoholic beverage. Derived from Celtic origins, the word “whisky” carries a profound significance, translating to “Water of Life” in its literal sense, much like the…

  • Upside-down cake

    This type of cake is prepared by baking a layer of fruit, brown sugar, and nut meats at the bottom of the pan. After baking, the cake is then flipped over, with the bottom becoming the top of the cake. This creates a deliciously sweet and fruity topping that adds flavor and texture to the…

  • Umbles

    This is a term that is no longer commonly used to refer to the edible entrails of various animals. However, it was especially associated with the entrails of deer, which were used in the creation of a pie called umbles, or “humble” pie, several centuries ago.  

  • Udo

    This is an Oriental plant that is currently being cultivated in California. The young shoots of this plant are commonly used as a vegetable and can be prepared in a manner similar to asparagus.  

  • Uccelli scappati

    In a dialect spoken in northern Italy, the term used to refer to veal birds is “veal birds.”  

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