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- 51. Arrowroot
- A white, powdery thickener finer than flour. It is quite expensive and preferable to cornstarch because it provides a clear finish. Its extracted from rhizomes. It was originally used by American Indians to heal arrow wounds, hence the name 'arrowroot'.
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- 52. Arroz A La Espanola
- Spanish rice.
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- 53. Arroz Con Pollo
- Chicken with rice.
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- 54. Arugula
- Also known as rocket. Arugula is a pepper and mustard flavored green that is used in many salads and as a sandwich condiment. Watercress is a good substitute if you can't find it. Although, most American farmers' and gourmet markets carry it.
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- 55. Asafran
- (Spanish) Saffron
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- 56. Asiago
- An Italian cheese (known as poor man's Parmesan) mainly used for grating. It is reminiscent of cheddar. Although, it is traditionally made with sheep's milk, today it is often made with cow's milk.
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- 57. Aspic
- (English) Clear meat, poultry, or fish jelly.
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- 58. Atole
- A gruel-like blue corn-meal drink. Is either served withsugar, scalded milk, or both.
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- 59. au Gratin
- (French) To top food with cheese or bread crumbs, then baked.
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- 60. au Jus
- (French) Served with natural juices.
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