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Macadamia nuts
come from four species of trees found in Australia. The fruit of these trees, the macadamia nut, is rich in vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants. They have a rich, buttery flavor that makes them perfect for roasting and adding to desserts. These decadent nuts can also be eaten alone.
Macaroni and Cheese
Macaroni and cheese is a dish that mixes cooked macaroni noodles with cheese sauce. This dish is typically made with primarily cheddar cheese, although other variations of the dish exist. Breadcrumbs, meat, and other ingredients may be added for extra flavor. Macaroni and cheese can be served as either a side dish or an entrée.
Macaroons
Macaroons are a French confection made with a sweet, meringue base. They combine egg whites, icing sugar, almond meal, granulated sugar, and food coloring to make a sweet treat. While they can be any color, they are often dyed into pastel shades. Other flavorings can be added to make variations of this treat.
Mackerel
Mackerel is a name given to several different species of pelagic fish. These fish are typically found in tropical seas. Mackerel has a flavor similar to tuna, although fresh mackerel tastes similar to salmon.
Mahi-Mahi
Mahi-mahi is a ray-finned fish found in tropical and subtropical seas. This fish has a mild and sweet flavor and a firm texture. It has a stronger taste than cod but a milder taste than swordfish. This fish is often prepared with a combination of lemon, pepper, and garlic.
Malt
Malt is a cereal grain that goes through a process called “malting,” where the grains are dried. Although several kinds of grain can be malted, barley is typically used. The malted grain can be used to make beer, malted milk, malted confections like Whoppers, and flavored malt drinks.
Mandarin Orange
Mandarin oranges are small citrus fruits often eaten plain or in fruit salads. These oranges have a distinct citrus smell and a strong citrus flavor with earthy hints of vanilla and spice. They’re often sweeter and less sour than other citrus varieties.
Mango
Mangos are tropical fruits with orange flesh and a non-edible skin that can be a combination of green, orange, and red. Inside, mangos have a large seed. This tropical fruit is often used in tropical mixed fruit recipes. It can be eaten fresh, dehydrated, or as a part of a cooked dish.
Manicotti
Manicotti is an Italian American pasta variety. These large pasta tubes are stuffed with filling and baked. Manicotti can be stuffed with ricotta cheese, cooked spinach, and ground meat like veal or sausage. They are typically topped with a red sauce.
Maple Syrup
Maple syrup is a syrup made from the sap of sugar maple, black maple, or red maple trees. It is often used on pancakes, waffles, and French toast to add sweetness and flavor. However, it can also be used on sweet potatoes, ice cream, baked goods, carrots, oatmeal, and a variety of other dishes.
Marjoram
Marjoram is an herb in the mint family with an earthy, pine-like flavor with citrus notes. Although it is similar to oregano, it typically has a milder flavor. It can be used in soups and salads. Marjoram is also a common ingredient to season meat dishes including turkey.
Marmalade
Marmalade is a fruit spread made with the juice and peels of citrus fruits. The juice and peels are combined with boiled water and sugar to create the preserves. Although marmalade typically uses bitter orange, it can also be made with lemons, limes, grapefruit, mandarins, and other citrus varieties.
Marshmallows
Marshmallows are a confectionary treat made with sugar, water, and gelatin. The ingredients are whipped to a soft, yet solid consistency. The mixture can be used as a filling for baked goods or molded into shapes and coated with corn starch. Marshmallows are a common ingredient for candied yams, a traditional Thanksgiving dessert.
Meringue
Meringue is a dessert made from whipped egg whites and sugar. It is often flavored with acidic ingredients like lemon, vinegar, or cream of tartar. This dessert can be served plain or used a topping for pies such as lemon meringue pie.
Mint
Mint is an herb with a refreshing flavor. This herb is commonly used for both sweet and savory recipes from a wide variety of cuisines. It can be used as a garnish or to flavor meat, such as chicken. A mint julep is an alcoholic drink that combines bourbon, sugar, water, ice and fresh mint.
Miso Soup
Miso soup is a Japanese soup that combines dashi stock and softened miso paste. Other ingredients such as tofu, scallions, bean sprouts, and seasoning can be added to make different varieties of miso soup.
Molasses
Molasses is created by refining sugarcane or sugar beets into a viscous sugar substance. This thick syrup is typically used as a sweetener. It can be used to make baked goods, candy, and rum.
Monkey Bread
Monkey bread is a soft and sweet pastry that’s often served as a breakfast food or treat in the United States. Pieces of dough are sprinkled with cinnamon and baked together, typically in a bundt cake pan. After baking, it can be topped with cinnamon, powdered sugar, and sweetened glazes.
Mousse
Mousse is a whipped food that uses air bubbles to create a light, airy texture. While mousse can be either sweet or savory, chocolate mousse is one of the most popular varieties. Chocolate mousse uses heavy cream, whipped cream, egg yolks and chocolate to create a decadent dessert.
Mozzarella
Mozzarella is an Italian cheese made from buffalo milk using the pasta filata method. Although fresh mozzarella is typically white, it can be light yellow based when seasoned. It can be eaten on its own, with crackers, or as part of many recipes. When breaded and fried, mozzarella sticks are often served with marinara sauce as an appetizer.
Mushrooms
Mushrooms are part of a fungus produced above ground in soil or on another food source. There are over 14,000 species of mushrooms, including popular varieties like portabella, shiitake, and white button mushrooms.
Mustard
The mustard plant’s seeds and greens are both edible. Dry mustard includes either whole or ground mustard seeds. Prepared mustard like yellow mustard is made by combining ground mustard seeds with water, vinegar, lemon juice, salt, and other ingredients.
