: the dried leaf of the European laurel (Laurus nobilis) used in cooking
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Scotch bonnet pepper and pimento seed add a subtle heat, and clove and bay leaf further its depth.—Vicky Hallett, NPR, 1 Apr. 2025 Add Worcestershire sauce and bay leaf; bring to a simmer, stirring often.—Kimberly Holland, Southern Living, 11 Mar. 2025 Cumin, thyme, sage, and bay leaf are sometimes included as well.—Karla Walsh, Better Homes & Gardens, 4 Mar. 2025 How to Make a Copycat Olive Garden Salad That Rivals the Restaurant
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3 cups water
2 cups basmati or long grain rice, rinsed and drained
1 leaf bay leaf
3/4 tsp.—Jessica Saari Christensen, Better Homes & Gardens, 5 Mar. 2025 See All Example Sentences for bay leaf
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