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Difference: anise, aniseed, star anise
Fixing a too-salty sauce
Fixing an over-spiced stew
Fleur de Sel, sea salt
How to grate fresh ginger
How to use herbs & spices
How to use lemon grass
Roasting chopped garlic
Secret ingredient in Greek red sauces
Spice sheets/dry rub mixtures
Substituting prepared mustard for dry
Substitution: fresh herbs & spices for dried
Tips for peeling garlic
Tracking down obscure Chinese ingredients
Using capers
Using fresh peppercorns
Vietnamese garnishes
What are mixed spices?
What are pot herbs?
What are saffron threads?
What is a bouquet garni?
Why use both black & white pepper?
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