The seed of the nutmeg tree, it is egg shaped, about 1 inch long, and grayish-brown in color. It has a warm, spicy, and sweet flavor and aroma. It is used in ground or grated form in a variety of foods.

A Chinese dish made of stir-fried noodles with various vegetables (e.g. bean sprouts, cabbage, mushrooms, onions, etc.) and meats (chicken, pork, beef) or shrimp.

The French word for a category of thick soups that are usually pureed and often thickened slightly with cream or egg yolks.

A long, narrow, flat pasta.