Dauphinoise is a French culinary term used as a noun to describe a dish prepared in the style of the Dauphiné region, often involving a creamy gratin method. In English, it frequently appears as part of names like ‘potatoes dauphinoise’ or ‘Gratin dauphinois,’ referring to a rich potato gratin. The term conveys regional authenticity and a specific cooking technique rather than a standalone object.
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