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Lambert cherry
A deep-hued cherry, albeit not as dark as the Bing variety, notably prevalent in the Northwestern region of the United States.
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La fabada
An intricate and classic dish, consisting of salt beef, ham, beans, blood pudding, and sausages. This stew-like concoction is typically presented across two courses, commencing with the beans and soup, and concluding with the meat.
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Laekerli
A flavorful cookie seasoned with spices, designed for prolonged storage and incorporating candied peel and almonds. The cookie is baked into a rectangular shape and is also spelled as “leckerle.”
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Lady finger grape
An elongated and slender green grape, aesthetically pleasing for use in a decorative fruit arrangement.
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Lady finger
A sponge cake baked within a slim, finger-shaped mold, intended for individual servings, and garnished with a fine layer of powdered sugar.
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Lady baltimore cake
A cake composed exclusively of whipped egg whites, distinct from the Lord Baltimore cake, which exclusively utilizes egg yolks. The filling nestled between the layers is comparable to that of the Lord Baltimore, yet frequently simpler, forgoing the addition of nut meats and candied fruit. This dessert is a type of cake that features a…
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Kvorost
Ribbons of pastry prepared with flour, sugar, water, and rum or vodka, immersed in hot oil until deep-fried to crispy perfection.
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Kvass
A refreshing beer, frequently brewed at home, using a blend of rye flour, malt, and mint, resulting in a light and invigorating brew. A home-brewed drink made from rye, malt, and yeast and often flavored with mint. It is made in the Soviet Union.
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Kumquat
A Chinese term denoting a “golden orange” fruit, akin to a small plum in size and oblong in shape, exhibiting an orange hue and flavor, albeit considerably more tangy. Both the skin and pulp of this fruit are consumable in its raw state, while preserved kumquats are deemed a prized culinary delicacy.
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Kummel
A liqueur originating from the Netherlands, and also crafted in other North European nations, with the intention of aiding in the digestive process. This pale-colored beverage is imbued with the savory essence of caraway and assorted spices, with its sweetness adjusted by varying quantities of sugar. This sweet and transparent liqueur has its origins in…
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