Definition: Products made by combining whole or minimally processed foods with culinary ingredients, without artificial additives or extensive industrial formulations.
Examples: Jarred tomatoes, canned beans, sourdough bread, yogurt with no flavorings, vacuum-packed vegetables.
Definition: Substances extracted from whole foods or nature and used in home cooking — usually through basic processes like pressing, refining, or milling.
Examples: Cold-pressed oils, raw sugar, sea salt, vinegar, flour, natural sweeteners like agave or honey.
