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Milk

A white liquid containing proteins, fats, lactose, various vitamins and minerals that is produced by the mammary glands of all mature female mammals after they have given birth to their young. It is the primary source of nutrition for young mammals before they are able to digest other types of food.

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Milk

soya milk

Dairy products; Milk

A non-animal derived milk often used by vegans and those with dairy allergies. It has a thicker consistency than cows' milk and a distinctly nutty flavour. It is made from ground soya beans and used ...

evaporated and condensed milk

Dairy products; Milk

Evaporated milk is homogenized milk with a reduced water content which means it is almost double the concentration of ordinary milk. It is great for making desserts and puddings. Condensed milk is ...

homogenization

Dairy products; Milk

The mechanical process of incorporating the natural fat globules into the liquids in milk to keep them blended.

htst pasteurization

Dairy products; Milk

Milk or cream is heated to a high temperature for a short time (see Pasteurization).

chocolate milk

Dairy products; Milk

A tasty beverage made by mixing milk with sugar and cocoa.

coffee milk

Dairy products; Milk

A tasty beverage made by mixing milk with sugar and coffee. Higher quality coffee milk is made from coffee concentrate (as opposed to simply from normal strength coffee).

pasteurization

Dairy products; Milk

The process of heating milk or cream (and other beverages) to a specific temperature for a specified time to destroy any potential harmful microorganisms and increase its keeping qualities.

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