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What is tomato paste?

In an American recipe they asked for tomato paste. What should I be using, because I did try tomato puree and it was so strong in the end it was awful.

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What is jicama?

Can you explain how to use "jicama" - I think I know it is a fruit, but, I'm not really sure. Are there any other uses for it other than just eating like a f...

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What is okra?

Could you tell me what okra is, and where you get it?

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What is cilantro?

In Far Eastern cuisine an ingredient called cilantro is mentioned. I'm from Sydney, Australia and haven't heard of it. Can you help me … perhaps there is ano...

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What is arugula?

What is arugula? Is there a suitable substitute for it?

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What are ramps?

I saw a recipe called Sallys Ramps with Bacon. The recipe called for 2 lbs of ramps. What are ramps?

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Watercress & other cresses

I was looking at a recipe for , and it called for 1/4 bunch cress. I thought it was watercress, but that was already mentioned in the recipe. What is cress?

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Storing leftover tomato

What is the best way to store the remaining piece of a tomato that I've sliced for sandwiches. It always seems to get mushy before I get to use the rest of it.

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Gazpacho with & without tomatoes

Since when are tomatoes used in ? When visiting Spain, Gazpacho was the "in thing" to eat there. However, as I remember, the Spanish did not put tomatoes in ...

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Different types of potatoes

Would you please explain the different types of potatoes and what they can best be used for – baking, mashing, salads etc.

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Cucumber varieties

What is the difference between an "English" cucumber and the regular fat waxy green ones? I had a salad of cukes and radishes at a friend’s and it was delici...

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A special spinach, mushroom & brie dip

I am looking for a dip made with spinach, mushrooms and brie. Simply delicious! Just can't seem to find it anywhere. Would appreciate any help you can give.

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