
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)
Peanut Cookies II
Peanut Cookies II from the Recidemia collection
Peanut Gems
Peanut Gems from the Recidemia collection
Peanut Macaroons
Peanut Macaroons from the Recidemia collection
Peanut Pattie
Peanut Pattie from the Recidemia collection
Peanut sauce 2
Peanut sauce 2 from the Recidemia collection
Peanut Sauce Benin
Peanut Sauce Benin from the Recidemia collection
Peanut Sauce (Sambal Kacang)
Peanut Sauce (Sambal Kacang) from the Recidemia collection
Peanut Sauce (Vegan)
Vegan Cuisine
Peanut Tofu Salad
Peanut Tofu Salad from the Recidemia collection
Peanutty peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Waffles
Peanutty peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Waffles from the Recidemia collection
Pear chutney
is served as a side dish for many Indian foods. It can be mild to extra hot depending on the individual preference.
Pearl Couscous with Olives and Roasted Tomatoes
Always check the ingredients to make sure the product is vegan.
Pear-Lemon Tea Loaf
Pear-Lemon Tea Loaf from the Recidemia collection
Pear Pudding Cake Recipe
Pear Pudding Cake Recipe from the Recidemia collection
Pease porridge hot
Pease porridge hot from the Recidemia collection
Peas with Sour Cream
In Romanian: Mazare cu smantana.

Pebre
300px| Pebre This is similar to Italian pesto or Argentinean chimichurri, and a staple on Chilean tables. It pairs will Pastel de Choclo, with grilled meats and is good stir fried into pasta or rice. Yield: 8 servings.
Pecan and Butter Pretzel Coffee Cake
Pecan and Butter Pretzel Coffee Cake from the Recidemia collection
Pecan and Mushroom Burgers
* Source: Eating Well, Summer 2002 * Formatted by ChupaBabi in MC: 06.20.07 * Makes 8 servings
Pecan Caramel Thumbprints Cookies with Powdered Sugar
Contributed by World Recipes Y-Group * This recipe ma
Pecan Meringue Kisses
Pecan Meringue Kisses from the Recidemia collection
Pecan Oatmeal Cookies
Pecan Oatmeal Cookies from the Recidemia collection
Pecan Pie
Pecan Pie from the Recidemia collection
Pecan Pork Cutlets
Makes 4 servings
Pecan Rice Stuffing
This recipe came from an estate sale. I obtained it when I purchased the family collection from the Stewart Estate in Quinlan, Texas in 1994.
Pecan Rice Stuffing I
Makes 12 servings
Pecan Tassies
Pecan Tassies these are a North American classic treat, commonly used for desserts or afternoon teas.
Peixe a Lumbo
Shrimp and fish stew that originated in Mozambique, South Africa and serves four (4). There is known Portuguese influence upon many of the recipes of Mozambique. This nation being a coastal area, fishing becomes a very important food source.
Pelau Chicken
Pelau Chicken from the Recidemia collection

Pelmeni
Pelmeni
Pengat Pisang
Banana in coconut milk
Penne alla Casa
Italian cuisine Vegetarian Cuisine Pasta
Penne All'amatriciana
Submitted by Ishamael Pasta with a spicy, smoky red sauce. And easy, too!
Penne All'Arrabiata
For 2 persons
Penne alla Vodka
Always check the ingredients to make sure the product is vegan.
Penne Mediterranean Delight Salad
By Chef Antonio Cecconi Original recipe Prep Time: 25 minutes | Chill: 2 hours 8 side servings
Penne Pasta with Tomato Cream Sauce
Penne Pasta with Tomato Cream Sauce from the Recidemia collection
Penne Primavera with Shrimp
The key here is that the recipe is made from this pasta.
Penne with Asparagus
Penne with Asparagus from the Recidemia collection
Penne with Pesto and Vegetables
Penne with Pesto and Vegetables from the Recidemia collection
Penne with Summer Squash
Penne with Summer Squash from the Recidemia collection
Pepes Ikan
Pepes is cooking method of steaming the ingredients (fish, chicken, tofu, or mushroom) wrapped in banana leaves until it becomes tender, then grilling the packets. In this recipe any fresh water fish or salt water fish can be used as substitute.
Pepita-Sunflower-Sesame Burgers
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Pepper Appetizer
This recipe came from an estate sale. It was obtained when the family collection was purchased from the Burnett Estate in Terrell, Texas in 1981.

Pepper Chicken
Recipe by Hooked on Heat
Peppercorn Strip Steaks
A homemade steak sauce finishes this meal all off. The sauce sure is better than that A1 stuff.
Pepper-Crusted Chicken
Pepper-Crusted Chicken from the Recidemia collection
Pepper Crusted Flank Steak
If you've ever had Steak au Poivre, this is going to look pretty similar, except it's grilled and there is no pan sauce.
Pepper-Encrusted Hamburgers
Cracked pepper adds a nice texture difference between the creamy cheese, tender meat, and the toasted bun, and complements the chipotle mayo.
Peppermint Cloud Rice Pie
Makes 6 servings