Nougat

Definition

A chewy or hard confection made from sugar or honey, nuts, and sometimes egg whites or gelatin, often found in candy bars and traditional sweets. Nougat varies in texture from soft and pillowy to brittle depending on preparation and ingredients.

Example Usage

The chocolate bar's core was filled with almond nougat that had just the right amount of chew.

Origin

From French 'nougat', derived from Occitan 'nogat', possibly from Latin 'nux' (nut) combined with 'gat' (from Latin 'gatum', meaning food or nourishment).

Fun Fact

Nougat has ancient roots in Mediterranean and Middle Eastern confectionery; Montélimar in France is famous for producing nougat since the 17th century, now protected as a regional specialty.

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