A term referring to cooking “in the style of Alsace,” a province in northeastern France whose French and German heritage is reflected in its famous cuisine. It usually refers to preparations of meat braised with sauerkraut, potatoes and sausage. – [al-zah-SYEHN]
Cuisine: French
Category: Glossary
Sub Category: Cooking Terms
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