The Complete Idiot's Guide to Juicing - Ellen Brown [58]
Juicy Jive
While adding ice cubes to wine-based sangria is fine, it causes the bubbles to instantly disappear from sparkling wine. That’s why the wine should be very well chilled; it also helps if the fruits are chilled, too.
Appendix A
Glossary
acidophilus A friendly bacteria used to thicken yogurt.
allspice Named for its flavor echoes of several spices (cinnamon, cloves, nutmeg), allspice is used in many desserts and in rich marinades and stews.
almonds Mild, sweet, and crunchy nuts that combine nicely with creamy and sweet food items.
Anaheim peppers Long, light green peppers with only a hint of hotness used frequently for stuffing.
artichoke hearts The center part of the artichoke flower, often found canned in grocery stores and used as a stand-alone vegetable dish or as a flavorful base for appetizers or main courses.
arugula A spicy-peppery garden plant with leaves that resemble a dandelion and have a distinctive—and very sharp—flavor.
balsamic vinegar Vinegar produced primarily in Italy from a specific type of grape and aged in wood barrels. It is heavier, darker, and sweeter than most vinegars.
basil A flavorful, almost sweet, resinous herb delicious with tomatoes and used in all kinds of Italian and Mediterranean-style dishes.
Belgian endive A plant that resembles a small, elongated, tightly packed head of romaine lettuce. The thick, crunchy leaves can be broken off and used with dips and spreads.
black pepper A biting and pungent seasoning, freshly ground pepper is a must for many dishes and adds an extra level of flavor and taste.
blend To completely mix something, usually with a blender or food processor, more slowly than beating.
bok choy (also Chinese cabbage) A member of the cabbage family with thick stems, crisp texture, and fresh flavor. It is perfect for stir-frying.
caraway A distinctive spicy seed used for bread, pork, cheese, and cabbage dishes. It is known to reduce stomach upset, which is why it is often paired with, for example, sauerkraut.
carbohydrate A nutritional component found in starches, sugars, fruits, and vegetables that causes a rise in blood glucose levels. Carbohydrates supply energy and many important nutrients, including vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants.
cardamom An intense, sweet-smelling spice, common to Indian cooking, used in baking and coffee.
cayenne A fiery spice made from (hot) chili peppers, especially the cayenne chili, a slender, red, and very hot pepper.
chickpeas (also garbanzo beans) A yellow-gold, roundish bean that’s the base ingredient in hummus. Chickpeas are high in fiber and low in fat, making this a delicious and healthful component of many appetizers and main dishes.
chilis (also chiles) Any one of many different “hot” peppers, ranging in intensity from the relatively mild ancho pepper to the blisteringly hot habañero.
chili powder A seasoning blend that includes chili pepper, cumin, garlic, and oregano. Proportions vary among different versions, but all offer a warm, rich flavor.
Chinese five-spice powder A seasoning blend of cinnamon, anise, ginger, fennel, and pepper.
chives A member of the onion family, chives grow in bunches of long leaves that resemble tall grass or the green tops of onions. Chives provide a light onion flavor to any dish. They’re very easy to grow and are often grown in gardens.
chop To cut into pieces, usually qualified by an adverb such as “coarsely chopped,” or by a size measurement such as “chopped into ½-inch pieces.” “Finely chopped” is much closer to mince.
cider vinegar A mild vinegar distilled from apple cider.
cilantro A member of the parsley family used in Mexican cooking and some Asian dishes. Cilantro is what gives some salsas their unique flavor. Use in moderation, as the flavor can overwhelm. The seed of the cilantro is the spice coriander.
cinnamon A sweet, rich, aromatic spice commonly used