braised; braising
: to cook slowly in fat and a small amount of liquid in a closed pot
Examples of braise in a Sentence
Verb
He braised the beef in a wine sauce.
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Laura Itzkowitz, Travel + Leisure, 27 Apr. 2026
On top, leeks braised in butter, the freshest asparagus and sauce verte made from mint, tarragon and parsley.
—Timothy Depeugh, Charlotte Observer, 24 Apr. 2026
Patricia S York, Southern Living, 21 Apr. 2026
Fry, poach, braise, and sauté; this pan can be used on the stovetop and in the oven for multifunctional cooking.
—Mia Huelsbeck, PEOPLE, 20 Apr. 2026
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Verb
Come here for superb renditions of classic Veronese dishes like risotto with Amarone wine or beef cheek slowly braised in Amarone and served over mashed potatoes.
—Laura Itzkowitz, Travel + Leisure, 27 Apr. 2026
On top, leeks braised in butter, the freshest asparagus and sauce verte made from mint, tarragon and parsley.
—Timothy Depeugh, Charlotte Observer, 24 Apr. 2026
Noun
The new appreciation for whiskey goes beyond drinking and finds its way into sauces, braises, and especially desserts.
—Patricia S York, Southern Living, 21 Apr. 2026
Fry, poach, braise, and sauté; this pan can be used on the stovetop and in the oven for multifunctional cooking.
—Mia Huelsbeck, PEOPLE, 20 Apr. 2026
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“Braise.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/braise. Accessed 29 Apr. 2026.
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