Well, turmeric and saffron both (theoretically) add flavor as well. Annato seed presumably adds flavor and texture?
But Cheddar is just orange. I really do wonder what the historical basis of the dye was. Perhaps just a way to distinguish it from the next county over's cheese? I'm very tempted to go on a research jag right now, but I really shouldn't....
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Date: 2007-03-01 09:38 pm (UTC)But Cheddar is just orange. I really do wonder what the historical basis of the dye was. Perhaps just a way to distinguish it from the next county over's cheese? I'm very tempted to go on a research jag right now, but I really shouldn't....