Definition of "mousseline" []

• A fine sheer fabric resembling muslin, originally made in Mosul, Iraq. (noun)
• A hollandaise sauce to which whipped cream has been added. (noun)
• An aspic containing whipped cream. (noun)

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• "Citrus juices and zest can lighten a barnaise, reduced meat stocks can add depth, and whipped cream can be folded into it, in which case it is classically called a mousseline sauce."
• "Mousselines, Quenelles The basic preparation for many refined fish mixtures is the mousseline, from the French mousse, or “foam,” a term that describes the airy, delicate consistency aimed for."
• "Also called mousseline buttercream, this frosting is like classic buttercream's dolled-up older sister."