MARSHMALLOW

Marshmallow

Marshmallow is a confection that, in its modern form, typically consists of sugar and/or corn syrup, water, and gelatin, whipped to a spongy consistency, molded into small cylindrical pieces, and coated with corn starch. Some marshmallow recipes call for eggs. This confection is the modern version of a medicinal confection made from Althaea officinalis, the marshmallow plant.

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marshmallow

Noun

  1. A species of mallow, , that grows in marshy terrain.
  2. A type of confectionery consisting of sugar or corn syrup, beaten egg whites, gelatin that has been pre-softened in water, gum arabic and flavorings, whipped to a spongy consistency.
  3. Someone who is soft and benign.
    He acts like a total badass, but he's really just a marshmallow once you get to know him.


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