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All About Anchovies

Like soy sauce, miso, and other umami-rich ingredients, cured anchovies can transform a dish. In addition to bumping up the salt level, they add complexity and unique, concentrated savoriness.

These little fish play a big role in our recipes for everything from pizza sauce to roasted

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