capon

Example Sentences

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On second thought, this could be the year of the capon.

From Washington Post • Jan. 2, 2017

Bill occupied the kitchen, and invariably cooked a turkey at Thanksgiving and a capon at Christmas.

From Salon • Feb. 27, 2013

Sixty-nine dignitaries enjoyed a lavish spread featuring 12 courses, including eggs stuffed with foie gras, turtle soup and Sussex capon.

From BBC • Nov. 25, 2012

She recalled her father carving a cold galantine of capon at Christmas, and her Aunt Cettina, who had a way with pasta, encouraging her to linger in the kitchen.

From New York Times • Jun. 9, 2012

"I've got my eye on a plump crisp capon to sup on tonight. We'll share it, me and you. You'll like that."

From "A Clash of Kings" by George R.R. Martin