Answer: MEAT

AnswerCrossword Clue
MEATSubstance
MEATFlexitarian's occasional fare
MEATGorillas don't eat it
MEATNitty-gritty
MEATEssence
MEATSubstantial content
MEATCrux
MEATDeli offering
MEATSteaks and chops
MEATHam or hamburger
MEATPotatoes partner
MEATPescatarian no-no
MEATBeef, e.g.
MEATCold cuts
MEATBarbecue fare
MEATHam, e.g.
MEATPotatoes' partner
MEATCarnivore's diet
MEATDeli array
MEATCharcuterie fare
meatperson regarded merely as a sex object
MEATAnother man's poison
MEATHeadcheese, essentially
MEATEdible flesh
MEATSum and substance
MEATCarnivore's need
MEATGoes with potatoes
MEATPotatoes' companion
MEATFood in a locker
MEATRibs and such
MEATHam or lamb
MEATButcher's stock
MEATGist
MEATItem vegans eschew
MEATHeart of the matter
MEATVegan's no-no
MEATVegan's taboo
MEATPith
MEATNutshell's contents
MEATVegan no-no