Category: C

  • Chateau potatoes

    Chunks of potato that have been quartered and smoothed at their edges, are briefly sautéed in butter and then oven-baked, frequently in the company of meat.  

  • Chateaubriand steak

    A piece of meat obtained from the tenderloin of a cow, otherwise known as the fillet of the loin, is deemed to be the most tender part of the animal but not necessarily the most savoury. Chateaubriand is a thick steak that is sliced from the center of the beef fillet and commonly served with…

  • Chateaubriand sauce

    The previous passage described a condiment prepared by incorporating Chateaubriand butter into veal stock, resulting in a savory steak sauce.  

  • Chateaubriand butter

    A condiment comprised of clarified butter, pale white wine, and verdant herbs, typically employed in the preparation of various sauces.    

  • Chasseur

    This culinary preparation, commonly referred to as “hunter’s style,” is traditionally served with a rich brown sauce. The sauce typically features a delectable blend of savory tomatoes, earthy mushrooms, and the subtle sweetness of white wine.  

  • Chartreuse

    This superb French cordial is created using a blend of various herbs, and it is typically pale green or yellow in hue. The Carthusian monks of Grenoble were the ones who first produced this delectable beverage, and it has since become a favorite among those with discerning palates. Chartreuse is among the most renowned French…

  • Charoses

    Charoseth, also known as haroset, is a traditional Passover preparation consisting of a mixture of apples, nuts, and wine, typically served alongside matzos. This ceremonial dish is intended to represent the mortar used by Hebrew slaves in Ancient Egypt. The unique blend of ingredients symbolizes the sweet yet bitter nature of the Jewish people’s enslavement…

  • Charlotte Mould

    A toroidal-shaped metal container, reminiscent of a doughnut. This object is also known as a custard mould, due to its common use in the preparation of custard-based desserts.  

  • Charlotte or charlotte russe

    A delightful treat that’s commonly referred to as a custard or gelatinous dessert. This delicacy is typically composed of fruit and/or whipped cream, which is then skillfully poured into a ring mold. The mold is usually lined with delicate layers of sponge cake or jelly roll, while some variations opt for a casing made from…

  • Chapon

    To bestow the pungent essence of garlic onto a verdant medley, one must combine a wedge of bread, whose outer layer has been massaged with the aromatic herb, with a salad comprised of leafy greens.