Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
beurre
noun
/bɜːr/
Definition
Beurre is the French word for butter, commonly used in culinary contexts.
Examples
- He added a pat of beurre to the sauce for richness.
- Beurre blanc is a classic French sauce made with butter and wine.
- She brushed the pastry with melted beurre before baking it.
Meaning
In cooking, beurre refers to a dairy product created by churning cream, which is often used to enhance flavor and texture in dishes.
Synonyms
- butter
- fat
- margarine (in some contexts)
