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Mandelmus

almond butter

noun MAN-del-moos Rare
Food & Drink Ingredients

Also means

almond paste

Usage Note

Mandelmus is a smooth paste of ground almonds, used in Germany as a nut butter spread, in dressings, and in raw-food baking. It is distinct from Marzipan (which is sweetened). Used uncountably.

Examples

"Mandelmus lässt sich gut als Aufstrich aufs Brot streichen."

Natural Translation

Almond butter can easily be spread as a topping on bread.

Literal Translation

Almond butter lets itself well as spread on the bread spread.

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