What does the cryptic crossword clue "Dishes from Lent essentially ashes? (7)" mean?

The definition is "Dishes". The wordplay uses charade, parts. EN (middle of "Lent") + TREES (synonym of "ashes?") [middle: "essentially"]; definition: "Dishes" The answer is ENTREES.

Dishes from Lent essentially ashes? (7)

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