A purée (or mash) is cooked food, usually vegetables or legumes, that has been ground, pressed, blended or sieved to the consistency of a soft creamy paste or thick liquid. Purées of specific foods are often known by specific names, e.g., mashed potatoes or apple sauce. The term is of French origin, where it meant in Old French (13th century) purified or refined
Food Property | Type | Description |
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Flavor Profile | Sweet | Applesauce has a naturally sweet flavor due to the high sugar content in apples. |
Sour | Depending on the type of apples used, applesauce can have a slightly sour taste. | |
Texture | Smoothness | Applesauce has a smooth texture, resulting from the apples being cooked and pureed. |
Moisture | Applesauce is moist and has a slightly runny consistency due to its high water content. | |
Nutritional Value | Micronutrients | Applesauce is a good source of vitamin C and other antioxidants. |
Fiber | Applesauce contains dietary fiber, which is beneficial for digestion. | |
Color | Natural Pigments | The color of applesauce comes from the natural pigments present in apples, giving it a light brown hue. |
Aroma | Volatile Compounds | Applesauce has a sweet and fruity aroma, characteristic of fresh apples. |
Chemical Composition | Acidity/Alkalinity (pH) | Applesauce has a slightly acidic pH level, which helps to preserve the product. |
Cooking Behavior | Heat Conductivity | Applesauce heats evenly when warmed on the stove or in the microwave. |
Water Retention | Applesauce retains moisture well during cooking and storage. |
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