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A dish made by mixing chopped cold meat, shallots, and semolina, flavored with lemon, clove, and other seasonings. The mixture is then molded and served cold.  

The russet apple is a type of dessert apple with a unique and delicious flavor, although some may find its rough skin unappealing. It is particularly popular in England.

Sweet or plain bread that is baked and then toasted in an oven until it becomes very dry and crispy is known as rusks. It is a type of zwieback, which means “twice-baked.” Within the realm of baked delights, a versatile creation emerges, bearing the name of “rusk.” This culinary wonder encompasses various incarnations a…

Runner beans are a type of green bean that grows on a climbing vine. They have long, slender pods that can grow up to several inches in length. As the pods mature, they turn a deep shade of red. Runner beans are often considered an old-fashioned or rustic bean, as they were traditionally grown in…

Tomato soup is combined with melted cheese and flavored with mustard, onion, and egg before being served over toast or crackers. This dish is also known as “rinktum ditty.”  

A boneless steak that is considered to be of high quality when it is cut from the best beef and is around three inches thick.  

A cut of beef from the upper back, specifically the area between the ribs and the sirloin. This cut can be very tender if it’s from prime meat, but otherwise it should be cooked slowly over low heat to tenderize it. It’s often used for pot roast or beef stews.  

This herb, known for its bitterness, is one of the most visually striking as well. It is an evergreen shrub with thick, blue-green leaves and small, golden, star-shaped flowers. Although it has a strong, unpleasant odor and a bitter taste, it adds a musty flavor which can be surprisingly appealing when used in small amounts.…

A soup garnish known as a quenelle is made from a mixture of liquid, such as cream or consommé, along with a purée of chicken, fish, or other ingredients. The mixture is thickened with egg yolks, strained into a mold, and poached. Once cooled, the preparation is removed from the mold, sliced, and shaped using…

The Golden cherry, also known as the Napoleon cherry, is a variety of sweet cherry characterized by its yellow skin with a slight pink blush. When canned, the fruit takes on a pinkish-yellow hue, making it a visually appealing addition to a variety of dishes.