1. cooked with a browned crust on top, typically made with breadcrumbs and melted cheese or butter
Usage: culinary; often used in French cuisine

1. a dish prepared with a browned crust on top, usually made with cheese and breadcrumbs
Usage: culinary

Examples

• The potatoes gratinee were golden and crispy on top.
• She ordered the vegetable gratinee for dinner.
• The chef prepared a delicious gratinee with cauliflower and cheddar cheese.
• Gratinee dishes are popular in French restaurants.
• The gratinee crust added wonderful texture to the pasta bake.
• We made a simple gratinee by topping the vegetables with breadcrumbs and butter.