# puree

/pjʊˈɹeɪ/ (US) · /pjˈɔːɹeɪ/ (UK) · CEFR B2 · Noun

Source: https://englishreference.com/word/puree
Updated: 2026-05-20

## Definition

a thick soup or sauce made by blending vegetables, meat, or other ingredients until they are smooth. You usually make it by boiling the food first and then using a blender.

For teachers: a thick soup or sauce made by blending cooked food into a smooth consistency. Often used in culinary contexts to describe the texture of a dish.

## Examples

- The chef served a creamy carrot puree with the roast.
- After boiling the potatoes until they were soft, the kitchen staff blended them into a smooth puree for the evening's menu.
- The restaurant's signature dish features a velvety spinach puree that serves as a rich base for the grilled scallops and saffron risotto.

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