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Letter E

egg wash
A mixture of beaten eggs (whole eggs, yolks, or whites) and a liquid, usually milk or water, used to coat baked goods to give them a sheen.

essence
A concentrated flavoring extracted from an item, usually by infusion or distillation. Includes items such as vanilla and other extracts, concentrated stocks, and fumets.

evaporated milk
Unsweetened canned milk from which water has been removed before canning.

extrusion/extruding machine
A machine used to shape pasta. The dough is pushed out through perforated plates rather than being rolled.

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