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Consomme

/ˈkɒn.sə.meɪ/
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  1. 1

    A clear, rich soup made by straining seasoned stock or broth through a cloth to remove all impurities and fat.

    "The chef served a delicate chicken consomme garnished with fresh chervil."

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Borrowed from French consommé, the past participle of consommer meaning 'to consume' or 'to bring to completion.' Historically, it referred to a soup that was reduced, concentrated, and thoroughly cooked down to extract the richest flavors before being clarified.

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