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Speculaas refer to Dutch cookies which are are sold in different shapes, but the most traditional shape would be the of a windmill. Speculaas are sold in every supermarket around Netherlands. They have an unusual taste, that comes from a combination of the multiple spices used. Dutch people have made a habit out of dipping the cookie in their coffee. Speculaas is one of the many spiced cookies eaten on St. Nicholas' Eve, December 5 in the Netherlands. Note: Sounds similar to German's Spekulatius which is a specialty during Christmas time in Germany and also made into different shapes.

Speisekammer is the German term for pantry, larder.

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Speisekarte is a German word for menu

Speisestärke is the German term for cornstarch, cornflour, thickening agent, corn flour, or starch

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Spekkie Sla refers to one of the favored dish of the Dutch (The Netherlands) which is made of a cooked mashed mixture of potatoes and chopped endive, served in a soup plate with bacon drippings, vinegar, and freshly ground pepper.

Here’s a table highlighting some common spelling differences between UK and US English in the context of food:

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Spianadas refers to a bread typical of the region of Nuoro, which is prepared with elaborate decorations for religious festivities.

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Spianatoia is the Italian word for pastry board. It refers to a quite large, wooden board, perfectly smooth and without knots which is generally used to make fresh pasta.

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Deutsch: Gewürz / Español: Especia / Português: Especiaria / Français: Spice / Italiano: Spezia
A spice is a dried seed, fruit, root, bark, or vegetable substance primarily used for flavoring, coloring or preserving food. Sometimes a spice is used to hide other flavors.[1]
Spices are distinguished from herbs, which are parts of leafy green plants also used for flavoring or as garnish.

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Deutsch: Gewürzpflanze / Español: Planta aromática / Português: Planta condimentar / Français: Plante aromatique / Italiano: Pianta speziata

Spice plant refers to any plant that is grown or harvested primarily for the spices or seasonings that can be derived from its various parts, including leaves, seeds, berries, bark, or roots. These plants are valued for their ability to add flavor, aroma, and sometimes even preservation qualities to food.

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