mousseline
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7.9
- noun
- /ˌmuːsəˈliːn/
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mousseline
- For dessert, we enjoyed a lemon mousseline that was both light and flavorful.
Examples
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I love the light texture of mousselines made with fresh fruit.
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The chef prepared a delicious salmon mousseline that melted in my mouth.
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The chef topped the strawberries with a delicate mousseline.
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She learned to make chocolate mousseline in her French cooking class.
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The chef prepared a delicate mousseline for dessert.
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For dessert, we chose a light chocolate mousseline topped with a raspberry coulis.
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The restaurant's special included a creamy garlic mousseline served alongside fresh vegetables.
Synonyms
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3.0
Smooth food made by crushing or blending vegetables and fruit
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3.7
A light airy dessert made by whipping cream and egg whites, often with fruit or chocolate
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2.1
A light, creamy dessert made from chocolate, eggs, cream, and sugar whipped until soft
A light creamy dish that blends cooked fish with cream and eggs, often served as a starter
A smooth, creamy spread made from cooked chicken served as an appetizer
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Etymology
Mousseline comes from the name for fine muslin cloth, which is 'light' and 'delicate', and cooks began using the word for sauces and desserts that feel as soft and airy as that fabric. So, a mousseline is a smooth, light food often made with whipped cream or egg whites.