capon

Example Sentences

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From the Renaissance up to the late nineteenth century, one finds many cookbooks that suggest covering boiled meat, especially poultry such as duck or capon, with macaroni or filled pasta.

From Salon • Jan. 4, 2023

On second thought, this could be the year of the capon.

From Washington Post • Jan. 2, 2017

Sixty-nine dignitaries enjoyed a lavish spread featuring 12 courses, including eggs stuffed with foie gras, turtle soup and Sussex capon.

From BBC • Nov. 25, 2012

She recalled her father carving a cold galantine of capon at Christmas, and her Aunt Cettina, who had a way with pasta, encouraging her to linger in the kitchen.

From New York Times • Jun. 9, 2012

"And I charge you to bring the prisoner a cup of wine and a nicely crisped capon, before he dies of hunger," Lannister said.

From "A Game of Thrones" by George R.R. Martin