How to Use garlic in a Sentence

garlic

noun
  • The recipe calls for two cloves of garlic, minced.
  • The freshness of the mint breaks the savory, deep funk of the garlic.
    Dana McMahan, The Courier-Journal, 9 Jan. 2024
  • Add the cream to the pan and gently warm, then add the green garlic tops.
    John Metcalfe, The Mercury News, 2 June 2024
  • Cook the mussels with oil and garlic and then add the white wine.
    Morgan Hines, USA TODAY, 23 Dec. 2022
  • The same goes for the ramps—this pesto works just as well with spring onions or garlic.
    Sandor Katz, Saveur, 1 May 2024
  • Just like that, you’ve got cured garlic to store and eat for months.
    Katie Boué, Outside Online, 5 Aug. 2024
  • Flavor the broth with onion, garlic, and salt—that's it!
    Bhg Test Kitchen, Better Homes & Gardens, 15 May 2023
  • Catch the Thai chile heat and the garlic punch in the combination?
    Tom Sietsema, Washington Post, 17 May 2023
  • Add the garlic, chipotle in adobo, cumin, oregano, and salt.
    The View, ABC News, 27 Sep. 2023
  • The fries were thin and crispy—very run-of-the-mill restaurant fries—served with ketchup and garlic aioli.
    Li Goldstein, Bon Appétit, 11 July 2023
  • Use a slotted spoon to transfer the onions and garlic to a blender.
    Paul Stephen, San Antonio Express-News, 28 Sep. 2022
  • Meanwhile, in a cold large saucepan, combine 1/4 cup of the olive oil and the garlic.
    Becky Krystal, Washington Post, 17 Mar. 2023
  • In the foreground of the painting, De Witte saw two heads of garlic, not onions.
    Teresa Nowakowski, Smithsonian Magazine, 11 May 2023
  • Bark at a dog passing by the house. Eat a whole raw clove of garlic.
    Leah Campano, Seventeen, 23 Mar. 2023
  • Smell the difference between the raw onions and the cooked, the sharpness of the garlic, the muted green of the bay leaves.
    Daniela Galarza, Washington Post, 8 Feb. 2024
  • The salmon itself is soft and flaky, with a touch of garlic and a light zestiness from the lemon.
    Bon Appétit Contributor, Bon Appétit, 17 Nov. 2023
  • Add olive oil to coat the bottom and then add the yellow onion and garlic.
    Claudia Alexander, The Mercury News, 7 Nov. 2024
  • Be sure not to burn the garlic or your sauce will taste bitter.
    Bhg Test Kitchen, Better Homes & Gardens, 27 Feb. 2023
  • One chops the onion, and/or the celery, carrots and garlic, then sautés them.
    Michelle Huneven, Los Angeles Times, 27 Mar. 2024
  • Drain them and transfer to a small bowl with the garlic, sugar and salt.
    Dallas News, 30 Nov. 2022
  • Remove the garlic and thyme sprigs from the roasting juices.
    Sally Pasley Vargas, BostonGlobe.com, 10 Jan. 2023
  • In the first pan, brown the garlic over high heat for about 30 seconds and then add the raw spaghetti.
    Janelle Davis, CNN, 30 Oct. 2022
  • Reduce heat to low; stir in orzo, garlic and 3 cups of the broth.
    Sabrina Weiss, Peoplemag, 6 July 2023
  • Two slices of Texas Toast: The Texas toast will be served with a buttery garlic spread.
    Ahjané Forbes, USA TODAY, 15 May 2024
  • There wasn’t a lot of flavor in the chili sauce, which had a subtle hint of garlic.
    Brady MacDonald, Orange County Register, 10 May 2024
  • No need to be alarmed about all the garlic–the orange juice and soy sauce mellow it out.
    Kara Peeler, Sunset Magazine, 1 May 2024
  • They can also be sauteed with garlic and herbs for a gourmet touch.
    Lindsey Desoto, Rd, Health, 9 Sep. 2024
  • Perfectly dressed, crunchy, and the right amount of garlic.
    Bon Appétit Contributor, Bon Appétit, 7 Mar. 2024
  • Make pie or biscuit dough, chop onions and garlic in a flash, and blend creamy dips to tide over your guests while that turkey takes its sweet time in the oven.
    Emily Farris, Bon Appétit, 29 Nov. 2024
  • Prebiotics are a type of fiber found in foods such as garlic, onions, bananas, and asparagus that feed probiotics.
    Christina Manian, Health, 26 Nov. 2024

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