Dessert

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Dessert

Dessert (/dɪˈzɜːrt/) is a course that concludes a meal. The course usually consists of sweet foods, such as confections, and possibly a beverage such as dessert wine or liqueur.

Etymology

The term "dessert" comes from the French word "desservir", which means "to clear the table". It was first used in this sense in English in 1600, in a health education manual entitled Naturall and artificial Directions for Health, written by William Vaughan.

Types of Desserts

There are numerous types of desserts, which vary by region and culture. Some common types include:

Related Terms

  • Baking: The process of cooking by dry heat, especially in some kind of oven. It is probably the oldest cooking method.
  • Confectionery: The art of making confections, which are food items that are rich in sugar and carbohydrates.
  • Cuisine: A style or method of cooking, especially as characteristic of a particular country, region, or establishment.
  • Meal: An eating occasion that takes place at a certain time and includes specific, prepared food, or the food eaten on that occasion.
  • Sugar: The generic name for sweet-tasting, soluble carbohydrates, many of which are used in food.

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