How to Use herb in a Sentence

herb

noun
  • Packed in a gift box with tips on planting an herb garden printed on the inside cover.
    Ingrid Schmidt, The Hollywood Reporter, 12 Dec. 2022
  • Taking too much of this natural herb could cause stomach distress and other mild side effects.
    The Salt Lake Tribune, 5 Dec. 2022
  • Top the brie with the orange marmalade and almonds and serve immediately with crackers, fruit and fresh herbs.
    Robin Miller, The Arizona Republic, 1 Nov. 2024
  • Every feline's favorite herb is also the basis for a calming beverage.
    Maria Carter, Country Living, 15 Dec. 2022
  • Combine chopped chicken or eggs with mayonnaise, Greek yogurt, and chopped herbs for a simple, high-protein salad.
    Jillian Kubala, Health, 4 Nov. 2024
  • If your backyard includes an area that mimics this plant's natural woodland habitat, trying your hand at growing this herb can be a rewarding project.
    Rita Pelczar, Better Homes & Gardens, 12 Dec. 2022
  • There’s also an herb garden located out front for potential chefs, with a selection of Thai basil, basil, cilantro, parsley, mint, rosemary, and strawberries.
    William Thornton | Wthornton@al.com, al, 16 Dec. 2022
  • Various herbs and organic materials—nutmeg, cinnamon, and clover leaf—bubbled and fumed inside the equipment, invading the air with sweet, tingling scents.
    Hung Duong, Artforum, 1 Nov. 2024
  • The third brings the crunch: panko, Parmesan cheese, herbs and spices.
    Caron Golden, San Diego Union-Tribune, 18 Oct. 2023
  • There’s Nabil, the lady who sells the herbs and spices, the butchers, the bakers.
    Anastasia Miari, Condé Nast Traveler, 5 Mar. 2024
  • Use them to dry herbs, to grab hot pans, and to shape and cover dough.
    Megan Wahn, Bon Appétit, 9 Oct. 2024
  • To ramp up the flavor, the chef turned to her secret weapon: an herb brush.
    Janelle Davis, CNN, 7 Feb. 2023
  • People’s tastes have gone to a place where cheese and herbs are now added.
    Aly Walansky, Forbes, 13 Sep. 2024
  • Add a dollop of yogurt and a few herb sprigs to each bowl and serve.
    G. Daniela Galarza, Washington Post, 30 Mar. 2023
  • In the start of the video, the Taste the Nation star showed a simple wedge salad recipe topped with lots of herbs.
    Sabrina Weiss, Peoplemag, 4 Mar. 2024
  • Mix it with fruit juices, purees, or herbs to create a tasty drink.
    Chelsea Rae Bourgeois, Rdn, Ld, Health, 1 July 2024
  • The herb mix is sold already chopped in Iran, says Helou, but in the West cooks have to make their own.
    Sheryl Julian, BostonGlobe.com, 7 Feb. 2023
  • Here are the best herbs to plant that will return year after year.
    Arricca Elin Sansone, Southern Living, 15 July 2024
  • One plant food gives you 1 plant point, while one herb or spice gives you one-fourth of a plant point.
    Alexa Mikhail, Fortune Well, 20 Mar. 2023
  • Fresh herbs like parsley, basil, or thyme can help to mask the saltiness of soup, too.
    Maryal Miller Carter, USA TODAY, 24 May 2023
  • Add chicken and herbs to stock pot and simmer for 1-2 hours.
    The Courier-Journal, 16 Jan. 2024
  • The color is a cozy, warm hue inspired by the beloved herb it's named after: thyme.
    Christianna Silva, Better Homes & Gardens, 5 Oct. 2023
  • Transfer the filets to serving plates, dollop each with the herb butter, and serve.
    Saveur Editors, Saveur, 21 Dec. 2023
  • Remove cover and sprinkle omelet with cheese and about half the herbs.
    Rita Nader Heikenfeld, The Enquirer, 12 May 2023
  • Nearby, tomatoes, onions and herbs grow in soil enriched with the tilapias’ waste.
    oregonlive, 17 June 2023
  • The filling is savory, often filled with cheeses and herbs.
    Marian Cooper Cairns, Southern Living, 14 Aug. 2023
  • Scatter shrimp on top of creamed corn; sprinkle with herbs.
    Sabrina Weiss, Peoplemag, 4 Oct. 2023
  • The herbs were headed for ovens around the neighborhood set to cook more than 50 turkeys.
    Blake Nelson, San Diego Union-Tribune, 17 Nov. 2023
  • Cook for 1 minute, until the garlic and herbs are fragrant.
    Robin Miller, The Arizona Republic, 13 Sep. 2024
  • Add herb sprigs at the beginning of cooking and plenty more herbs near the end.
    Sheryl Julian, BostonGlobe.com, 17 Jan. 2023

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