gratinee

/ɡrɑːtɪˈneɪ/
adjective
  1. Describing a dish that has been topped with breadcrumbs, cheese, or sauce and baked until golden brown.
    • The menu listed a gratinee dish of scallops and mushrooms.
    • We ordered the onion soup gratinee, which had a thick, melted cheese crust.
    • She served a gratinee potato casserole that was a hit at the party.
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