
In sauce making, what does the term 'nappe' indicate about a sauce's consistency?
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Get StartedIn sauce making, what does the term 'nappe' indicate about a sauce's consistency?
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- It is thick enough to coat the back of a spoon and leave a clear line when traced
- It is thin and pourable like broth
- It has broken into fat and liquid and must be re‑emulsified
- It is completely solidified and used as a glaze
Correct answer: It is thick enough to coat the back of a spoon and leave a clear line when traced
Explanation: Nappe means a sauce is viscous enough to coat the back of a spoon; the classic test is drawing a finger across the spoon—if the sauce leaves a clear line, it has nappé consistency.
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