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Citron. The rind of a fruit of the lemon species preserved in sugar.

Collops. Meat cut in small pieces.

Compote. Fruit stewed in sirup.

Coquilles (ko-ke-yuh). Scallop shells in which fish or oysters are sometimes served.

Créole, à la (kray-ol, ah lah). With tomatos.

Croustade (kroos-tad). A thick piece of bread that has been hollowed out and then toasted or fried crisp. The depression is filled with food.

Croutons (kroo-tong***). Bread diced and fried or toasted to serve with or in soup.

Curry. An East Indian preparation made of hot seeds, spices, and dried herbs.

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