Consommes

/ˌkɒnsɒˈmeɪz/ noun

Definition

Plural of consommé; multiple clear, refined broths or soups made by the process of simmering and clarifying meat and vegetable stocks.

Etymology

Plural of French consommé, reflecting how English culinary vocabulary absorbed French terminology for elevated cooking techniques.

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Restaurant menus listing multiple consommés were status symbols—serving consommé proved a chef had both time and skill, making it the 'peacock display' of classical French cuisine.

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