Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

cretons

noun

/krəˈtɒ̃/

Definition

A spread made from pork and spices, popular in Canadian cuisine, particularly in Quebec.

Examples

She spread cretons on her toast for breakfast.
During the holidays, cretons is often served as part of a festive brunch.
The traditional recipe for cretons includes onions and allspice for added flavor.

Meaning

Cretons is a pork pâté that is often used as a spread on bread or toast. It is typically seasoned with a variety of spices and has a rich, savory flavor.