burgoo

noun

bur·goo | \ ˈbər-ˌgü

, (ˌ)bər-ˈgü\

plural burgoos

Definition of burgoo

1 : oatmeal gruel

2 : hardtack and molasses cooked together

3a : a stew or thick soup of meat and vegetables originally served at outdoor gatherings

b : a picnic at which burgoo is served

Recent Examples on the Web

Executive chef Ming Pu’s menu will include Cornish game hen burgoo, rabbit consommé and ginger apple sorbet. — Gege Reed, The Courier-Journal, "Things to do around Louisville this week: Auto show, B3 Bash, Kid Rock & more," 17 Jan. 2018 Yes, there’s a glossary on the JuneBaby website, one that gives you the lowdown on everything from burgoo and calalu to ugali and succotash. — Jeff Gordinier, Esquire, "The Best New Restaurants in America 2017," 18 Oct. 2017

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