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Mustard: More Than Just a Condiment

The term "mustard" can refer to several things, from the mustard plant itself to the condiment made from its seeds. It's a versatile ingredient with a wide range of applications, from culinary uses to various businesses and even software.

Nomenclature

The text mentions "mustard plant, one of several plants, having seeds that are used for the condiment." It is important to note that the name "Mustard" can refer to both the plant and its seeds.

Culinary Uses

• Mustard seeds are ground and mixed with water, vinegar, and other ingredients to create the condiment mustard.
• It is used in a wide range of dishes to add heat and depth of flavor.
• Different types of mustard include table mustard with turmeric, English mustard (e.g., Colman's), hot dog mustard, and mild mustard.
• Mustard oil contributes to the condiment's distinctive taste.

Beyond the Kitchen

The term "mustard" appears in diverse contexts:

• Restaurant names (e.g., Mint and Mustard, The Mustard Seed).
• Business names (e.g., Mustard Architects, Mustard Market Research Ltd., Mustard IT, Mustard Creative, Purple Mustard).
• Model agencies.
• Software (e.g., a StatusNet/Twitter client for Android).
• Recruitment agencies specializing in the design sector.
• Comedy magazines.
• TV broadcasting (Mustard TV Ltd).
• Holiday cottages (Mustard Pot Cottage).

Quirky Facts

• Mustard has a long history, potentially coming alive for Americans in the early 20th century when introduced to the hot dog.
• The mustard oil that creates the condiment's distinctive taste is the result of millions of years of plants defending themselves against pests.
• The co-founder of Sipsmith distillery refuted claims that his team accidentally created lethal mustard gas.