Mirepoix is the French name for a combination of diced onions, carrots, and celery. It can either roasted or sautéed, and is the flavor base for a many dishes, such as stocks, soups, stews and sauces. The Italian equivalent of Mirepoix is a Soffritto (same ingredients, different name). Depending on what kind of food you are cooking there are many other variations. In Cajun [...]