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What is 3:1?
This is the classic ratio for a vinaigrette.
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What is extra virgin olive oil?
This oil does NOT have a high smoke point.
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What are herbs?
_________ are edible plant leaves.
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What is kosher salt?
Its' coarse texture works well with cooking.
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What is flavor?
________ is a composite quality. It is a combination of sensations from the taste buds and odor receptors.
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What is vinegar? (G)
__________ is a solution containing 4% or more acetic acid.
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What is canola oil?
This fat is neutral in flavor.
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What is basil?
This is the herb used to prepare a classic pesto:
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What is cayenne?
It can be ground or crushed. It has a hard, sharp pungent flavor. It adds heat & is found in Italian, Indian, Mexican & Caribbean foods.
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What is Worcestershire sauce?
This condiment is dark brown w/ a complex & pungent flavor. It contains anchovies, vinegar, tamarind, & pepper.
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What is apple cider vinegar?
It has a round, fruity flavor and is used in bbq sauce & pan sauces.
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What is clarified butter? (U)
This butter has a higher smoke point the regular butter.
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What is dill?
This herb is used usually in pickling.
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What is cinnamon? (R)
It is available whole or ground. It is used in sweet dishes in Western cooking and savory dishes in Eastern cooking.
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What is hot sauce? (A)
This condiment is prepared w/ vinegar + hot peppers + salt.
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What is balsamic vinegar?
It has a complex flavor which works well w/ vinaigrette, desserts, bbq sauce, & proteins. It is used to prepare caprese salad.
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What is butter?
This fat is solid at room temperature and has a low smoke point.
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What is cilantro?
This herb is usually used in Asian and Latin dishes.
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What is curry powder?
This is a blend of strongly flavored spices such as tumeric, dry mustard, & cayenne.
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What is mustard?
This condiment can be used as an emulsifier in vinaigrette, top a hot dog, or an ingredient in a classic potato salad. It varies in color and texture.
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What is soy sauce?
This liquid is black and salty, typically used in Asian dishes.
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What is a smoke point?
The temperature where a fat goes from shimmering to smoking
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What is parsley (S)
This herb is usually used in Italian dishes and there are two distinct types.
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What is saffron?
It is used to prepare Indian & Spanish dishes.
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What is an emulsion?
blending 2 items together that normally don't stay mixed
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