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caraway, biennial Old World plant (Carum carvi) of the family Umbelliferae (parsley parsley, Mediterranean aromatic herb (Petroselinum crispum or Apium petroselinum) of the carrot family, cultivated since the days of the Romans for its foliage, used in cookery as a seasoning and garnish. ..... Click the link for more information. family), cultivated in Europe and North America for its aromatic seeds. They are small and ovate, with a pleasant spicy flavor, and are used as a condiment; as seasoning of pastry and bread doughs, cabbage, sausage, and some kinds of cheese; and as flavoring for certain liqueurs (as kümmel). The volatile oil expressed from the seeds is a stimulant and a carminative. Caraway is classified in the division Magnoliophyta Magnoliophyta (măg'nōlēŏf`ətə) ..... Click the link for more information. , class Magnoliopsida, order Umbellales, family Umbelliferae. carawayDried fruit, commonly called the seed, of Carum carvi, a biennial herb of the parsley family. Native to Europe and western Asia, it has been cultivated since ancient times. It has a distinctive aroma and a warm, slightly sharp taste. It is used as a seasoning, and the oil is used to flavor alcoholic beverages and as a medicine. caraway 1. an umbelliferous Eurasian plant, Carum carvi, having finely divided leaves and clusters of small whitish flowers. 2. caraway seed the pungent aromatic one-seeded fruit of this plant, used in cooking and in medicine caraway [′kar·ə‚wā] (botany) Carum carvi.A white-flowered perennial herb of the family Umbelliferae; the fruit is used as a spice and flavoring agent. How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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Caraway seeds pep up bakery products and stewed fruits, while coriander seed adds richness to curry powders and pickles. Now, a team led by Darson and Nekola reports that tiny land snails, some smaller than caraway seeds, also disappear from high-activity spots. 2 Tablespoons caraway seeds 6 cups boiling water 2 Tablespoons vegan margarine 4 Tablespoons flour 1/2 cup soy sour cream 1/2 cup croutons |
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