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Champignons (shang-pe-nyong). The French name for mushrooms.

Chartreuse (shar-truhz). A preparation of game, meat, fish, etc., molded in jelly and surrounded by vegetables. The name was given to the dish by the monks of the monastery of Chartreuse.

Chiffonade (shif-fong-ad). Salad herbs finely shredded and then sautéd or used in salads.

Chillies. Small red peppers used in seasoning.

Chives. An herb allied to the onion family.

Chutney. An East Indian sweet pickle.

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