popover

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The runners at the Zodiac have a magical phrase: "Would you care for another popover, madam?"

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  1. noun A very light, hollow muffin made with eggs, milk, and flour.

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  • And they have those & ^\%\%$$ popover ads that demand you click before you can read the piece. —  British Blogs
  • A price-fixed Brunch is offered on Saturdays and Sundays from 9am to 4pm for just $9.95 where you'll enjoy a mimosa or beverage along with 7-grain very berry French toast, Chipotle Irish-Mex eggs Benedict or Foxy's popover, with scrambled eggs, ham and cheese. —  Queens Gazette
  • About 15 years ago, Kinser brought home his first piece of cast-iron cookware because it was a family heirloom from his wife's parents - a popover pan. —  The Newton Kansan Home RSS
  • Macy's clubby 12th-floor dining destination, a Minneapolis staple since 1947, is the place for affordable, all-American fare, served with a smile and a popover. —  StarTribune.com rss feed
  • Place a 6-cup muffin tin or popover pan in the preheated oven for 5 minutes while you mix up the batter. —  WordPress.com News
 

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/ˈpɑpoʊvər/
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