Dictionary Results Browse the Dictionary Click on any of the letters below to browse all terms beginning with that letter. A|B|C|D|E|F|G|H|I|J|K|L|M|N|O|P|Q|R|S|T|U|V|W|X|Y|Z radish a member of the mustard family grown for its root (Raphanus sativus); generally, the crisp white flesh has a mild to peppery flavor and is usually eaten raw raisin a sweet dried grape rascasse A type of scorpion fish which achieved glory in Provence for its starring role in the region's famed saffron-scented bouillabaisse. raspberry a small ovoid or conical-shaped berry (Rubus idaeus) composed of many connecting drupelets (tiny individual sections of fruit, each with its own seed) surrounding a central core; has a sweet, slightly acidic flavor; the three principal varieties are black, golden and red ravioli Italian for little wraps; used to describe small squares or rounds of pasta stuffed with meat, cheese or vegetables recipe a set of written instructions for producing a specific food or beverage; also known as a formula (especially with regards to baked goods) reduce to rapidly boil or simmer a liquid until the volume is decreased through evaporation. This process thickens the liquid and intensifies the flavor. relish a cooked or pickled sauce usually made with vegetables or fruits and often used as a condiment; can be smooth or chunky, sweet or savory and hot or mild rice the starch seed of a semiaquatic grass (Oryza sativa), probably originating in Southeast Asia and now part of most cuisines; divided into three types based on seed size; long-grain, medium-grain and short-grain, each of which is available in different processed forms such as white rice and brown rice rigatoni Italian for large groove and used to describe large grooved, slightly curved pasta tubes roast To cook by dry heat, usually in an oven rosemary an herb (Rosmarinus officinalis) with silver-green, needle-shaped leaves, a strong flavor reminiscent of lemon and pine and a strong, sharp camphor-like aroma; available fresh and dried