Riddle

I'm from the Old World, and my name from Latin; I can be cured, or served with au gratin. What am I?

Choose an answer

A.Ham
B.Cheese
C.Veal
D.Beef.
Hint: It's a word with 4 letters, starting with "B".

Answer

Beef.

Why this is the answer

The word "beef" derives from Latin, cattle originated in the Old World, and beef can be cured, like corned beef, or served au gratin.

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