Grains

Grains

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Grains

Cornstarch

Food (other); Grains

Cornstarch is produced by milling the endosperm portion of the corn kernel. Used as a thickener in sauces, gravies, and puddings.

Crouton

Food (other); Grains

A small piece of bread--often cubed--that has been either sautéed or baked. Used in soups, salads, and other dishes. Croutons are available plain or seasoned with herbs and/or cheeses.

Crumpet

Food (other); Grains

Small yeast-raised breads that are about the size of English Muffins. They are baked on the stovetop in special metal crumpet rings.

Danish pastry

Food (other); Grains

This butter-rich pastry begins as yeast dough that is rolled out, buttered, folded, then rolled out several more times. Danish is often filled with fruit, cream cheese, and/or nuts.

Farina

Food (other); Grains

A bland-tasting flour or meal made for cereal grains that can be cooked to create a hot breakfast cereal. Farina is cream colored, rich in protein, and easy to digest.

Fusilli

Food (other); Grains

A spiral-shaped spaghetti noodle that ranges from about 1.5 inches to a foot long.

Glutinous rice

Food (other); Grains

Also called pearl rice, this rice is actually gluten-free. It is the preferred variety in the Orient because it is sticky and therefore easily handled with chop sticks.