mignonette

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mignonette mignonette

Definition(s):

  • (n) Mediterranean woody annual widely cultivated for its dense terminal spikelike clusters greenish or yellowish white flowers having an intense spicy fragrance

Synonym(s)

sweet reseda

Usage(s):

  1. I started with half a dozen oysters in a mignonette sauce and followed with lobster tail atop a bed of risotto.
  2. Some varieties will be served raw with a raspberry peppercorn mignonette sauce -- a specialty at Fullers.

News

  • Garden club aids organizations

    The Mignonette Garden Club, led by President Cheri Green, had a busy year with regular meetings and programs.
    on August 25, 2013     Source: Del Rio News-Herald

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