Chicken Broth
Chicken broth is a flavorful liquid made by simmering chicken, often with bones, vegetables like carrots, celery, and onion, and sometimes herbs and spices in water.
The purpose of making chicken broth is to extract flavors from these ingredients, creating a light, savory liquid that's used in various many recipes.
Location : Canned Goods Aisle
Chicken Stock
Chicken stock is a flavorful liquid made by simmering chicken bones, and sometimes meat. in water, along with onions, carrots, and celery and herbs like parsley, thyme and bay leaves.
The purpose is to extract the flavors, minerals, and gelatin from the bones and ingredients, resulting in a rich, flavorful liquid. It typically takes several hours and the slow simmer allows for a deep infusion of flavors.
Location : Home Made
Chitlins
Chitlins, or chitterlings, are the small intestines of pigs. They are washed and soaked, cleaned and pulled, then cooked for hours until they are tender.
They're often used in Southern cuisine, and enjoyed in various dishes and can be purchased in meat markets, usually frozen and ready to go.
Location : Meat And Poultry Aisle
Chives
Chives - pronounced 'chīvz' are a small, delicate herb belonging to the Allium family, which also includes garlic, onions, leeks, and shallots. Chives are easily recognizable by their long, thin, and hollow green stalks
They are known for their mild, onion-like flavor and are used to add a fresh, slightly tangy taste to various dishes.
Location : Vegetable Section
Chocolate Ice Cream
Chocolate ice cream - pronounced 'CHAW-kuh-lit ICE-kreem' is a flavor of ice cream that is made by incorporating cocoa powder or melted chocolate into the traditional ice cream base of milk, cream, sugar, and sometimes eggs.
This results in a rich, creamy dessert with a deep chocolate flavor, making it one of the most popular ice cream flavors worldwide.
Location : Frozen Desserts
Chocolate Wafers
Chocolate wafers - pronounced 'CHAWK-lit WAY-furs' are thin, crispy cookies made primarily from cocoa and flour. Unlike regular cookies, these are less sweet and have a more intense chocolate flavor, making them versatile for both snacking and use in various dessert recipes.
They can be enjoyed on their own, with a cup of coffee or tea, or used as an ingredient in desserts.
Location : Baking Supplies Aisle
Cilantro
Cilantro - pronounced 'sih-LAHN-troh' is an herb often used in Mexican, Asian, and Indian dishes. It is known for its fresh, citrusy flavor that some people adore, while others find it tastes like soap due to a genetic trait.
The leaves are delicate with a bright green color, and it's sold fresh in bunches or as dried seeds known as coriander.
Location : Produce Aisle
Cinnamon Sticks
Cinnamon sticks - pronounced 'SIN-uh-muhn sticks' are the dried bark of Cinnamomum trees, primarily found in regions like Sri Lanka, Indonesia, and China.
These sticks are integral in many cuisines, adding a distinct warmth and sweetness to dishes. Each stick is rolled, dried, and cut into lengths, making them perfect for steeping in liquids or simmering in stews.
Location : Spice Aisle
Cloves
Cloves are aromatic flower buds used in cooking for their intense flavor but also have medicinal, dental, and aromatic applications.
Rich in antioxidants, they're valued in traditional medicine for their antiseptic properties and are used in homemade remedies and fragrances.
Location : Spice Aisle
Cockles
Cockles - pronounced 'KOK-uhls' are small, edible bivalve mollusks, closely related to clams and mussels. They are known by their heart-shaped, ribbed shells and are harvested from sandy, coastal waters.
They have a sweet, slightly salty flavor, and are a delicacy in many cuisines, especially popular in European dishes like pasta and seafood stews.
Location : Seafood
Ingredients At a Glance
Tips and Hacks
To handle prickly pears without getting pricked by the tiny thorns, use kitchen tongs or wear gloves. You can also roll them in a cloth or use a brush to remove the thorns, making sure you have a pain free experience as you prepare this exotic fruit.
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