Cooking term whose name is composed of two synonyms for "criticize" Crossword Clue

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Cooking term whose name is composed of two synonyms for "criticize" Crossword Answer

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CRITICIZE (verb)
1. find fault with; express criticism of; point out real or perceived flaws
2. act as a critic
COMPOSED (adjective)
1. serenely self-possessed and free from agitation especially in times of stress

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