What does the cryptic crossword clue "Best meal? But it's not b___ cooked! (8)" mean?

The definition is "Best". The wordplay uses an anagram. anagram of MEAL (synonym="MEAL") + UT (synonym="UT") + IT (synonym="IT") = ULTIMATE; definition: "Best" The answer is ULTIMATE.

Best meal? But it's not b___ cooked! (8)

Guardian Cryptic #27904 | 10 Across | 2019-08-20 flower

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