scotch broth
/'skɔtʃ'brɔθ/
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Definition
Noun: A thick, hearty soup of Scottish origin, traditionally made by simmering mutton or beef with root vegetables and pearl barley.
Usage
Scotch broth is used as a singular noun to refer to this specific type of soup. It is typically served as a main course due to its substantial nature. - For dinner, we had a warming bowl of scotch broth. - The restaurant's specialty is its homemade scotch broth.
Advanced Usage
- As a culinary term: The term is used in cooking and menu descriptions to denote this traditional Scottish dish.
- The recipe for authentic scotch broth has been passed down for generations.
Variants and Related Words
- Barley broth: An older or alternative name for a similar soup, emphasizing the barley component.
- Mutton broth: A more general term for a soup made with mutton, which may or may not include barley and vegetables in the Scottish style.
Synonyms
- Mutton soup: A general term for soup made with mutton.
- Hearty barley soup: A descriptive phrase highlighting the soup's main grain and substantial quality.
Related Phrases
- A bowl of Scotch broth: The standard phrase for serving this soup.
- Nothing beats a bowl of Scotch broth on a cold day.
Noun
- a thick soup made from beef or mutton with vegetables and pearl barley