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Refers to a food that is prepared so that when it is cooked it has a brown, crusty surface. The term also refers to the cooking process used to achieve this effect. A hot oven, a broiler oven, or a cooking torch are all kitchen utensils used to produce the crust over foods that usually have a toppping of bread crumbs, grated cheese, and/or butter that help to achieve the browning. One misconception is that Au Gratin applies to any cooked dish with cheese as an ingredient, but there are many Au Gratin dishes that do not contain cheese. There are also recipes that have no added toppings and still form the brown crust that is characteristic of Au Gratin dishes. This term is also commonly known as "gratiné" and the pan most often used to prepare the food is referred to as a gratiné pan or a gratiné dish.
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Asparagus Au Gratin |
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USDA Nutrition Facts |
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| Serving Size 1 package |
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| Calories 143 |
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| Protein 4g |
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| Total Fat 10g |
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| Total Carbohydrates 7g |
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| Dietary Fiber 1g |
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| Sodium 422mg |
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| Cholesterol 27mg |
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| Serving Size 1 cup |
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| Calories 132 |
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| Protein 5g |
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| Total Fat 7g |
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| Total Carbohydrates 11g |
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| Dietary Fiber 1g |
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| Potassium 396mg |
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| Sodium 433mg |
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| Cholesterol 15mg |
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| Serving Size 0.16700000000000001 package (5.5 oz) yields |
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| Calories 93 |
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| Protein 2g |
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| Total Fat 4g |
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| Total Carbohydrates 12g |
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| Dietary Fiber 0g |
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| Potassium 219mg |
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| Sodium 439mg |
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| Cholesterol 15mg |
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Au Gratin term - Related Content |
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| A type of bakeware that is used to make the traditional French food known as a Gratiné or Gratin, which is prepared with a brown crispy crust over the surface of the food. The ... |
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| A French term that refers to the process of browning foods, such as a casserole or various potato and vegetable dishes, under a broiler oven, a hot oven or a cooking torch to ... |
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| A very familiar taste with an unfamiliar vegetable. |
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| Fresh asparagus coated with cheese and a crispy crumb topping provides a delicious side dish for lunch or evening meals. |
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| Shredded cabbage with a cheese and creamy sauce make a rich and savory side dish. |
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| A delicious way to use fresh zucchini, summer squash and tomatoes. It's even better the day after you make it! |
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