A wire kitchen utensil used for mixing dry ingredients together

A single spice whose flavor is reminiscent of a blend of cloves, cinnamon, juniper berries and pepper. It is processed from the unripe fruit of an evergreen tree indigenous to South America, and exten [..]

A herb, available both ground and in seed form, whose flavor is reminiscent of licorice. Used for flavoring curries, soups, cakes, breads, candies, desserts, nonalcoholic beverage, and such liqueurs a [..]

A white powder, extracted from the root of a West Indian plant, used as a thickening agent for sauces, fruit pie fillings and glazes, and puddings. Recipes made with Arrowroot thicken at a lower tempe [..]

Used as a leavening agent in preparing baked goods. Consists of a carbonate, an acid substance, and starch or flour. Check the expiration date as baking powder loses its leavening power over time. Ins [..]

A leavening agent which must be combined with an acidic liquid to achieve results. Sour milk, sour cream, buttermilk, yogurt, molasses, orange or lemon juice produce good results

Herb which is widely used in Italian dishes, most particularly with tomato-based entrees. Basil is used to make pesto and is also an excellent seasonin for chicken and fish. Plant basil between your t [..]

To moisten and improve the flavor of foods (usually meats) by brushing on, drizzling or spooning over pan drippings, fruit juices, sauces, etc.

An aromatic leaf that comes from bay laurel trees and used to flavor soups, stews, meat and vegetable dishes. Place the whole leaf right in the dish you're preparing but be sure to remove the bay [..]

To rapidly stir food in a circular motion using a spoon or fork, rotary egg beater or electric mixer. (one minute in an electric mixer equals about 100 strokes with a spoon or fork)