blanched almond
A 'blanched almond' is an almond that has had its skin removed through a brief boiling process, making it smoother and lighter in color.
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Definition
B2Cooking
(common)An almond that has had its skin removed by briefly boiling and cooling it.
Example
- Blanched almonds are often used in baking to create a finer texture in cakes and pastries.
- To make marzipan, you need to start with blanched almonds.
B2Color
(common)A subtle yellow shade resembling the color of almonds without their skins.
Example
- The walls of the kitchen were painted a soft blanched almond color.
- Her dress was a beautiful blanched almond hue.
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