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Caraway
[also Caraway Seed]
(Carum carvi)
Family: Umbelliferae
Native to Europe and Asia, including Siberia, Turkey, Persia, and India,
as well as North Africa, Caraway is a member of the group of aromatic,
umbelliferous plants characterized by carminative properties, like Anise,
Cumin, Dill and Fennel. It now grows wild in many parts of North America.
It is largely grown for the fruits or "seeds" used as a flavoring
in cookery, and confectionery. Caraway has a pungent characteristic
taste used in seasoning, baking, cheese-making, and many savory dishes.
It has also been used to flavor liqueurs, as well as medicinally. A
member of the carrot family.
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