a la mode: ice cream served on dessert al dente: firm, not soft or mushy; usually refers to pasta or vegetables au gratin: a food topping of breadcrumbs, cheese and/or a rich sauce that is placed on a food item and then broiled to make it brown and crusted on top. au jus: method of preparing meat in its natural juices, usually unthickened pan drippings; served with a meat item such as prime rib...
