A ramekin (/ˈræmɪkɪn/, /ˈræmkɪn/; also spelled ramequin) is a small glazed ceramic or glass bowl used for cooking and serving various dishes.
The word is from French ramequin, originally a cheese- or meat-based dish baked in a small mold. The French word comes from early modern Flemish rammeken, which meant 'toast' or 'roasted minced meat', itself apparently from ram 'battering ram' + -kin 'diminutive', but it is unclear why.
With a typical volume of 50–250 ml (1.8–8.8 imp fl oz; 1.7–8.5 US fl oz), ramekins are commonly used for preparing and serving individual portions of a variety of dishes such as crème brûlée, French onion soup, molten chocolate cake, moin moin, cheese or egg dishes, poi, potted shrimps, ice cream, soufflé, baked cocottes, crumbles, or scallops, or used to serve side garnishes and condiments alongside an entrée.
Traditionally circular with a fluted exterior, ramekins can also be found in novelty shapes, such as flowers, hearts or stars.
Ramekins are often built to withstand high temperatures, as they are frequently used in ovens, or in the case of crème brûlée, exposed to the flame of a cooking torch.
The city burns along the hillside
Only our minds will now remain
Beyond the walls is no salvation
Inside the walls our strength contains
The holy lives in isolation
Grabbing far more than they need
The sun beats down on desolation
Honour will rise, reclaim and bleed
No mercy
No mercy
Rome, Rome
All roads lead to…
Crosses melt on the horizon
The sleeping soldier wakes with glee
Christian fool falls to the wayside
Resume the empire grand and free
Rome, Rome