Definition of Tetrazzini in English:
Tetrazzini
adjective
US postpositiveServed over pasta with mushrooms and almonds in a cream sauce, sprinkled with cheese, and baked in the oven.
‘turkey Tetrazzini’- ‘With something called a flameless ration heater, you add an ounce of water and perch the pouch against a rock, and in 10 minutes, you've got hot chicken tetrazzini or meatloaf with gravy.’
- ‘Traditional turkey tetrazzini is made with pasta.’
- ‘I have two decent recipes for tetrazzini and haven't tried either.’
- ‘It has an Italian name, but chicken tetrazzini - named for internationally famous Victorian-era coloratura soprano, Luisia Tetrazzini - reassures eaters around the globe.’
Pronunciation
Origin
Early 20th century named after Luisa Tetrazzini(1871–1940), Italian operatic soprano.
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