Definition
gratinee
adjective
- cooked with a browned crust on top, typically made with breadcrumbs and melted cheese or butter
Usage: culinary; often used in French cuisine
noun
- a dish prepared with a browned crust on top, usually made with cheese and breadcrumbs
Usage: culinary
Examples
- The potatoes gratinee were golden and crispy on top.
- She ordered the vegetable gratinee for dinner.
- The chef prepared a delicious gratinee with cauliflower and cheddar cheese.
- Gratinee dishes are popular in French restaurants.
- The gratinee crust added wonderful texture to the pasta bake.
- We made a simple gratinee by topping the vegetables with breadcrumbs and butter.