Caraway is a seed used for flavoring breads, liquors, casseroles, and other foods.  The slender seed, member of the 
Apiaceae or 
pasley[?] family, has a pungent, 
anise-like flavor.  Caraway is usually used whole.
see also akvavit
 
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