vacherin
[ vash-RAN ]
A dessert consisting of several crisp
MERINGUE rings stacked on top of each other and placed on a
MERINGUE or pastry base. Alternatively, the rings may be made with almond paste. This "container" may be filled with ice cream or crème
CHANTILLY and/or various fruits.
© Copyright Barron's Educational Services, Inc. 1995 based on THE FOOD LOVER'S
COMPANION, 2nd edition, by Sharon Tyler Herbst.