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mimosa

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Definition: [mih-MOH-suh] 1. A garnish so named because it resembles the yellow mimosa flower. Consisting of finely chopped, hard-cooked egg yolk, it is sprinkled over salads and vegetables. 2. A cocktail of equal parts champagne and orange juice, served icy cold but not over ice. It's a favorite with brunch.


--Copyright (c) 1995 by Barron's Educational Series, from The New Food Lover's Companion, Second Edition, by Sharon Tyler Herbst

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