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Carrageenan: Banned in Some Places, Approved in Others—What’s the Truth?
March 14, 2025
Carrageenan: Banned in Some Places, Approved in Others—What’s the Truth?
Carrageenan is found in many foods, like ice cream and plant-based beverages. Its regulatory status...
Could Yeast Proteins Replace Dairy? A Game-Changer for Food Science
March 13, 2025
Could Yeast Proteins Replace Dairy? A Game-Changer for Food Science
Have you ever wondered why mayonnaise stays creamy, or why certain lotions maintain their silky...
Explore Incredible Agar Agar Powder for Culinary Mastery
March 12, 2025
Explore Incredible Agar Agar Powder for Culinary Mastery
Unlock the versatility of Agar Agar Powder in your kitchen! Learn about its benefits, usage,...
Why Bakers Love Xanthan Gum—And How It Transforms Your Recipes!
March 12, 2025
Why Bakers Love Xanthan Gum—And How It Transforms Your Recipes!
What makes xanthan gum so important in gluten-free baking? It helps make your baked goods have...
Agar vs. Gelatin vs. Pectin: Which Gelling Agent is Best for You?
March 8, 2025
Agar vs. Gelatin vs. Pectin: Which Gelling Agent is Best for You?
Did you know agar agar is eight times stronger than gelatin? This fact shows how important...
Carrageenan Explained: What It Is and Why It’s in Your Food
March 8, 2025
Carrageenan Explained: What It Is and Why It’s in Your Food
Ever wondered about carrageenan in food? It's a common additive from red seaweed. It thickens,...
Grams vs. Tablespoons: How Many Grams Are in 1/2 Tablespoon of Powder?
March 8, 2025
Grams vs. Tablespoons: How Many Grams Are in 1/2 Tablespoon of Powder?
Are you tired of converting measurements in the kitchen only to end up with inaccurate...
The Future of Gluten-Free Baking: Must-Know Hydrocolloid Trends
March 8, 2025
The Future of Gluten-Free Baking: Must-Know Hydrocolloid Trends
What if the secret to perfect gluten-free baked goods is using new hydrocolloids? The need...
Gluten-Free Baking Secrets: Pro Tips for Using Hydrocolloids Perfectly
March 7, 2025
Gluten-Free Baking Secrets: Pro Tips for Using Hydrocolloids Perfectly
Imagine sinking your teeth into a slice of gluten-free bread that's as soft and chewy...
About CapeCrystal
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.
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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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