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Fish, Pork and Beef, What the Gel? What's the Difference?
December 6, 2023
Fish, Pork and Beef, What the Gel? What's the Difference?
Gelatin is a versatile ingredient used in many culinary applications, from desserts to savory dishes....
Popular Food Emulsifiers that are not Hydrocolloids
December 6, 2023
Popular Food Emulsifiers that are not Hydrocolloids
When it comes to creating the perfect texture and stability in food products, emulsifiers play...
Common Emulsifiers Used in Dough Conditioning
December 5, 2023
Common Emulsifiers Used in Dough Conditioning
Emulsifiers are an essential ingredient in the baking industry, especially when it comes to making dough....
What Are Dough Conditioners?
December 5, 2023
What Are Dough Conditioners?
If you love baking, you have probably heard of dough conditioners. These additives play an essential role...
Hydrocolloids 101: A Beginner’s Guide to Their Role in Food & Beyond
December 5, 2023
Hydrocolloids 101: A Beginner’s Guide to Their Role in Food & Beyond
Ever wonder what makes ice cream creamy, salad dressing smooth, or gluten-free bread hold together?...
Exploring the Melting Pot: A Journey Through American Regional and Ethnic Cuisines
December 4, 2023
Exploring the Melting Pot: A Journey Through American Regional and Ethnic Cuisines
Welcome to "The Spicy American-Southern Cuisines. The United States, often described as a melting pot...
What is Paprika and Where Does It Come From?
December 2, 2023
What is Paprika and Where Does It Come From?
Paprika is a spice that has become popular in kitchens around the world. Its vibrant color and unique...
Exploring the Many Types of Oregano: Aromatic Herb Varieties
December 1, 2023
Exploring the Many Types of Oregano: Aromatic Herb Varieties
Oregano is a versatile herb with a rich history and many culinary uses. It is a...
How to Bake Softer Breads
November 30, 2023
How to Bake Softer Breads
If you love the soft, pillowy texture of freshly baked bread, you're in the right...
About CapeCrystal
We are a specialty premium food ingredient supplier for cooks, chefs, and food producers throughout the USA and Canada. We offer such ingredients as agar agar, carrageenans, sodium alginate, tara, locust bean and many other gums, fruit powders and related items. We offer free cookbooks with many delicious and tasty recipes using our ingredients that you can download from our website.
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Cape Crystal Brands has created a number of interesting cookbooks you will not find anywhere else to provide some creative and delicious recipes from main meals to delectable deserts. The recipes incorporate Cape Crystal Brands specialty ingredients for added gastronomical creativity. Just click on the links below to download. Let us know your favorite creation. Between the 5 available cookbooks there are 200 delicious recipes. You are bound to find a family favorite here.
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