Al dente is an Italian term which describes the consistency of pasta cooked to a tender firmness. It literally means “to the tooth.” It also describes vegetables that are cooked to the “tender crisp” phase still retaining a crunch to its bite. Pasta al dente is considered to be pasta cooked “just right,” when it is slightly resistant …
Definition: Alfalfa Sprouts
(Image: norwichnuts/Flickr) Alfalfa sprouts are a member of the pea family which, makes it one of the most cultivated vegetable in the world. It has the ability to be planted anywhere in the world, harvested and picked in seven days only, and doesn’t hinder on climate or temperatures. Alfalfa sprouts are derived from alfalfa seeds. They are white …
Definition: Mortar & Pestle
Mortar & Pestle A kitchen tool that is used to grind, crush, and mash herbs, spices, and vegetables to make a paste, sauce or seasoning. The pestle is a heavy stick whose end is used for pounding and grinding, and the mortar is a bowl. These two pieces are made from either porcelain, stoneware, wood, or marble. …
