A terrine is a glazed earthenware (
terracotta, French terre cuite) cooking dish with vertical sides and a tightly fitting lid, generally oblong or oval. Modern versions are also made of enameled cast-iron.By extension, the term also refers to food prepared in a terrine, mainly
game and
venison,
brawn and
pâtés, and served in it. If it has been pressed and chilled, then turned out for serving in slices, a terrine becomes a
pâté, which
Julia Child called "a luxurious cold meat loaf" (The French Chef Cookbook p 28). The baked chocolate terrine is a novelty.
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