List of British desserts

High school (ages 12+)
Food & Cooking

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Write what each word means, using the article.

Do not copy the article. Write two things you learned, the way you would explain them to a friend.

Answers below are taken from the article’s stored facts, so they match what the student read.

1. What is the international culinary reference?British custard is recognized globally as 'crème anglaise' in French cuisine
2. What is a British pudding?In British English, the word 'pudding' can mean many different desserts. It can be a steamed cake, a baked fruit dish, a chilled mousse, or even a savory dish.
3. Why is British custard called "English cream" in French?The French call British custard "crème anglaise," which means English cream. This shows how much the French admire British custards.

Pudding: A broad category in British cuisine encompassing a wide variety of sweet dishes, often steamed, baked, or boiled.
Crème Anglaise: The French term for a light, cooked custard sauce made from milk, egg yolks, and sugar, often associated with British custard.
Suet: Shredded or minced beef fat, traditionally used in British puddings and pastries to provide richness and a distinct texture.
Eton Mess: A traditional British dessert consisting of broken meringue, whipped cream, and fruit, typically strawberries.