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Sunflower Lecithin: A Natural Emulsifier with Health Benefits
Sunflower Lecithin: A Natural Emulsifier with Health Benefits - Cape Crystal Brands
  • Sunflower Lecithin
September 26, 2023

Sunflower Lecithin: A Natural Emulsifier with Health Benefits

As a food journalist, I have come across various ingredients that offer both culinary and health benefits, and sunflower...
Mastering the Art of Baking Soft, Fluffy Bread Every Time
Mastering the Art of Baking Soft, Fluffy Bread Every Time - Cape Crystal Brands
  • Mastering Bread Making
September 25, 2023

Mastering the Art of Baking Soft, Fluffy Bread Every Time

There's nothing quite like the aroma of homemade bread wafting through the house. Baking bread is not...
Syneresis Explained: The Science and Solutions in Cooking
Syneresis Explained: The Science and Solutions in Cooking - Cape Crystal Brands
  • Syneresis
September 25, 2023

Syneresis Explained: The Science and Solutions in Cooking

As a professional food journalist, I have often come across the term "syneresis" while exploring the fascinating...
Replacing Gelatin with Agar Agar: A Comprehensive Guide
Replacing Gelatin with Agar Agar: A Comprehensive Guide - Cape Crystal Brands
  • agar agar
September 25, 2023

Replacing Gelatin with Agar Agar: A Comprehensive Guide

Welcome to my comprehensive guide to agar agar, the vegan-friendly alternative to gelatin. As a professional food journalist, I've...
Lecithin in Cooking: Functions, Benefits & How to Use
A Guide to Lecithin In Cooking - Cape Crystal Brands
  • lecithin
September 25, 2023

Lecithin in Cooking: Functions, Benefits & How to Use

Welcome to my comprehensive guide to lecithin in cooking! As a professional food journalist, I've explored the world...
Why Ice Cream Melts and How to Slow It Down - Expert Tips
Why Ice Cream Melts and How to Slow It Down - Expert Tips - Cape Crystal Brands
  • ice cream melts
September 25, 2023

Why Ice Cream Melts and How to Slow It Down - Expert Tips

Who doesn't love a bowl of creamy ice cream on a hot summer day? Unfortunately,...
Isomalt vs. Pulled Sugar: Which Shines Brighter in Sugar Artistry?
Isomalt vs. Pulled Sugar: Which Shines Brighter in Sugar Artistry? - Cape Crystal Brands
  • Isomalt
September 25, 2023

Isomalt vs. Pulled Sugar: Which Shines Brighter in Sugar Artistry?

Welcome to the sweet world of sugar artistry! As a professional food journalist, I am excited to explore...
A Comprehensive Guide to Understanding Potassium Sorbate
A Comprehensive Guide to Understanding Potassium Sorbate - Cape Crystal Brands
  • Potassium sorbate
September 25, 2023

A Comprehensive Guide to Understanding Potassium Sorbate

Understanding the ins and outs of potassium sorbate can help you make more informed decisions about the...
What are Thickeners and Their Types?
What are Thickeners and Their Types? - Cape Crystal Brands
  • thickeners
September 25, 2023

What are Thickeners and Their Types?

As an author of six cookbooks, I know that understanding thickeners is crucial to achieving...

About CapeCrystal

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We are a specialty premium food ingredient supplier for cooks, chefs, and food producers throughout the USA and Canada. We offer such ingredients as agar agar, carrageenans, sodium alginate, tara, locust bean and many other gums, fruit powders and related items. We offer free cookbooks with many delicious and tasty recipes using our ingredients that you can download from our website.

Download FREE Cook Books

Cape Crystal Brands has created a number of interesting cookbooks you will not find anywhere else to provide some creative and delicious recipes from main meals to delectable deserts. The recipes incorporate Cape Crystal Brands specialty ingredients for added gastronomical creativity. Just click on the links below to download. Let us know your favorite creation. Between the 5 available cookbooks there are 200 delicious recipes. You are bound to find a family favorite here.

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