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Mirepoix: MEER-eh-pwah, French. A mixture of diced carrots, onions and celery (sometimes with herbs and ham or bacon), usually sautéed in butter. Said to have been created in the 18th century by the chef to the Duke de Levis-Mirepoix in France, mirepoix is used to flavor stews, soups and stocks. The usual mixture is half onions, and one-fourth each carrots and celery. It’s called for in today’s Pumpkin Bisque recipe.
