Audiobook Dictation: “It is a bulbous root, and…”

It is a bulbous root, and when full grown, its leaves wither in July.

這是一種鱗莖植物，長成後葉子在七月枯萎。

It is called by old authors the "barren onion," and is used in sauces and pickles, soups and made dishes, and as an accompaniment to chops and steaks.

古代作者稱之為「不結籽的洋蔥」，用於醬汁、醃菜、湯品和各式菜餚，也可作為排骨和牛排的配菜。

ESPAGNOLE, OR BROWN SPANISH SAUCE.

西班牙醬，即西班牙褐醬。

Strain and skim off every particle of fat, and when required for use, thicken with butter and flour, or with a little roux.

過濾，撇淨每一點油脂，需要用時，用奶油和麵粉或少許油麵醬勾芡。

Add the wine, and, if necessary, a seasoning of cayenne; when it will be ready to serve.

加入葡萄酒，如有需要再用卡宴辣椒調味；這樣就可以上桌了。

This sauce or gravy is used for many dishes, and with most people is a general favourite.

這種醬汁或肉汁用於許多菜餚，大多數人都很喜歡。

FENNEL SAUCE FOR MACKEREL.

配鯖魚的茴香醬。

Simmer for a minute or two, and serve in a tureen.

用文火煮一兩分鐘，盛入湯盅上桌。

It is very generally cultivated in gardens, and has much improved on its original form.

它在園圃中栽培得十分普遍，比起原始品種已大有改良。