Pasta should retain a slight resistance when biting into it, but should not have a hard center. Al Forno - Italian term describing a dish cooked in the oven. Al Pastor - A term used in Spanish and Italian referring to a dish cooked in the style of shepherd cooking, usually over a grill or spit. Albumen - The protein of egg whites. Alfredo - A pasta sauce originally consisting of butter, cream, and the finest parmesan cheese available.
Modern versions add garlic, peas, and less expensive parmesan.
All of these will make fine sauces, but nothing can compare to the original version. Also known as Jamaica Pepper. Amandine - A French term for any dish with almonds. Alternate spelling is almondine. Amchoor - Sour, unripe mangoes that are dried and sold in slices and powder.