
salt
Salt provides essential sodium and chloride minerals critical for nerve transmission, muscle contraction, and electrolyte balance, though dietary moderation is recommended due to health associations with excessive sodium intake.
About
Salt is a naturally occurring mineral compound composed primarily of sodium chloride (NaCl), essential for human physiological function and one of the oldest food preservation and flavoring agents known to civilization. Extracted through evaporation of seawater, mineral deposits, or underground salt mines, salt exists in multiple crystalline forms ranging from fine powder to large mineral nuggets. The main types include sea salt, rock salt (halite), kosher salt, and specialty salts such as Himalayan pink salt and fleur de sel, each with distinct grain sizes, mineral compositions, and textural properties that influence their culinary applications.
Culinary Uses
Salt serves as the primary flavor enhancer and seasoning across virtually all culinary traditions, enhancing natural flavors, suppressing bitterness, and balancing sweetness. Beyond its seasoning role, salt functions as a critical preservative through curing, brining, and dry-salting techniques in charcuterie, seafood preservation, and fermented foods. In baking and cooking, salt regulates gluten development, controls fermentation rates, and aids texture formation in breads, pastas, and cured meats. Different salt varieties—coarse kosher salt for finishing, fleur de sel for delicate garnish, and fine sea salt for baking—provide textural variation and mineral complexity to refined preparations.
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Recipes Using salt (6,202)
French Dressing for Passover
French Dressing for Passover from the Recidemia collection
French Dressing I
This recipe came from an estate sale. I obtained it when I purchased the family collection from the Hartman Estate in Arlington, Texas in 1984.
French-fried Onion Rings
French-fried Onion Rings from the Recidemia collection
French-fried Potatoes
French-fried Potatoes from the Recidemia collection
French Guacamole
To find a Frenchman, look for the freshly baked baguette tucked under his arm. Few Parisians manage to make it home without breaking off a chunk and enjoying the warm, yeasty goodness.
French Kiss Guacamole
Made with California avocados and dry vermouth, it is considered the most "romantic" of the guacamoles.
French Onion Pizza
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French Onion Soup II
Very delicious soup. Enjoy with a piece of toast.
French Oven Stew
French Oven Stew from the Recidemia collection
French Rolls
French Rolls from the Recidemia collection
French-style Barbecue Sauce
Date and source unknown. Tried and true and I give it 3 thumbs up.
French-style Lettuce Salad
French-style Lettuce Salad from the Recidemia collection
French Toast
French Toast is a common breakfast item made by frying a piece of bread soaked in an egg batter. French toast was developed as a way to use day-old stale bread.
French Toast I
In Romanian: Friganele
French Vinaigrette with Hard-boiled Eggs
This recipe came from an estate sale. I obtained it when I purchased the family collection from the Hager Estate in Canton, Texas in 1982.
Fresh banana cake
Fresh banana cake from the Recidemia collection
Fresh Banana Rhubarb Pie
Fresh Banana Rhubarb Pie from the Recidemia collection
Fresh Basil Salad Dressing
Fresh Basil Salad Dressing from the Recidemia collection
Fresh Corn and Okra Fritters
Fresh Corn and Okra Fritters from the Recidemia collection
Fresh corn muffins
Fresh corn muffins from the Recidemia collection
Fresh Corn Muffins
Fresh Corn Muffins from the Recidemia collection
Fresh Fish in Coconut Cream
Fresh Fish in Coconut Cream from the Recidemia collection
Fresh Green Beans and Basil
Fresh Green Beans and Basil from the Recidemia collection
Fresh Jalapeno Cornbread
Purchased from the Taylor Estate in Mineral Wells, Texas in 1984. Dated 1951.
Fresh Lentil Soup
Fresh Lentil Soup from the Recidemia collection

Fresh Lumpia
This is a traditional Filipino dish. Lumpiang Sariwa, or Fresh Springrolls, are folded into a soft, crepe-like wrapper made with eggs.
Fresh Northwest Cherry Salsa
Fruit of the Month: Cherry by the US Centers for Disease Control & Prevention, public domain government resource—original source of recipe
Fresh Orange Tart with Hazelnut Crust
Fresh Orange Tart with Hazelnut Crust from the Recidemia collection
Fresh Peach Torte
A bit of work but very well worth it. - This makes a great finale dessert to any special summertime meal.
Fresh Rhubarb Pie
Fresh Rhubarb Pie from the Recidemia collection
Fresh Sage Cornbread
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Fresh Spinach and Rice Salad Bowl
Fresh Spinach and Rice Salad Bowl from the Recidemia collection
Fresh Spinach Salad with Grapefruit and Pecans
This recipe came from an estate sale. I obtained it when I purchased the family collection from the Legmen Estate in Jacksonville, Texas in 1991.
Fresh Steamed Fish
In Africa, this dish is made with a whole fish, with or without the head. This recipe works well with red snapper or orange roughy. Serves 4 to 6.
Fresh Strawberry Pie
Makes 6 to 8 servings
Fresh Strawberry-Rhubarb Pie
Fresh Strawberry-Rhubarb Pie from the Recidemia collection
Fresh tomatillo salsa
Fresh tomatillo salsa from the Recidemia collection
Fresh Tomato, Beef and Bow Tie Pasta
This is such and easy recipe and tastes so good. I served with a green salad and garlic toast. I received this recipe from another group and it was posted by jenntinysam.
Fresh Tomato-Ginger Vinaigrette
Makes 16 x 1-Tablespoon servings.
Fresh Tomato Salsa
Fresh Tomato Salsa from the Recidemia collection
Fresh Tomato Zucchini Soup
Puréed tomatoes and sauteed zucchini are stewed together into a delicious summertime soup!
Fricassee of Lamb
A succulent dish to serve with parslied boiled potatoes. For garlic lovers, add lots of garlic.
Friday Night Pot Roast
Friday Night Pot Roast from the Recidemia collection
Fried bake
Fried bake from the Recidemia collection
Fried Bake
Fried Bake from the Recidemia collection
Fried Beans
Fried Beans from the Recidemia collection
Fried Bitter Gourd Salad
* Serves 4
Fried Black Bream
Fried Black Bream from the Recidemia collection
Fried Breadfruit
Fried Calamari with Remoulade Sauce drizzled with Balsamic Syrup
The balsamic vinegar is cooked and reduced to a syrup consistency then drizzled over the calamari, which gives this Cajun calamari and zing!