How to Use nutmeg in a Sentence
nutmeg
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Return the soup to to the pot and add the nutmeg and pepper.
— ExpressNews.com, 28 Aug. 2019 -
Remove the pan from the heat and add the flour and nutmeg, all at once.
— San Diego Union-Tribune, 1 Oct. 2019 -
Add a lime wheel, grate some nutmeg over the top and serve.
— Washington Post, 12 Mar. 2021 -
The delight the Dutch took in the deal can be summed up in one word: nutmeg.
— Muktita Suhartono Nyimas Laula, New York Times, 9 Feb. 2024 -
In a saucepan, beat 4 eggs with salt, cayenne, and nutmeg.
— Caroline Hallemann, Town & Country, 23 Mar. 2017 -
Season with the salt, black and cayenne peppers and the nutmeg.
— Martha Holmberg, Twin Cities, 5 June 2019 -
Add the shallots, nutmeg, cayenne and shrimp and saute for about 1 minute.
— Paul Stephen, ExpressNews.com, 11 Mar. 2020 -
To make this bread more like dessert, serve with maple and nutmeg whipped cream.
— Sheena Chihak, Better Homes & Gardens, 23 Aug. 2023 -
Mace is produced by grinding the shell of the nutmeg fruit.
— Paul Cappiello, The Courier-Journal, 3 Nov. 2017 -
Some add their own spin with a sprig of rosemary or a dash of nutmeg.
— Betsy Cribb Watson, Southern Living, 25 July 2023 -
Remove from heat and stir in nutmeg and 1 1/4 cups cheese.
— Nancy Fuller, Country Living, 10 Oct. 2019 -
In a bowl, whisk the flour, baking powder, salt, and nutmeg to blend them.
— Lisa Yockelson, BostonGlobe.com, 4 June 2018 -
Not to mention cloves and nutmeg, and a pound of saffron.
— Jacob Mikanowski, Slate Magazine, 5 July 2017 -
Add the baby spinach, nutmeg, and sea salt and pepper to taste.
— Ellise Pierce, star-telegram, 21 Feb. 2018 -
Whisk in whole milk, heavy cream, Grand Marnier, salt and nutmeg, and whisk to combine.
— Melissa Clark, San Diego Union-Tribune, 22 May 2024 -
Whisk together the eggs, milk, and nutmeg in a large bowl.
— Nora Martinez Debenedetto, OregonLive.com, 16 May 2017 -
Whisk in skim milk, nutmeg, and a dash of salt and pepper, and cook until thick.
— Joy Bauer, Woman's Day, 18 May 2017 -
The jam's sweetness brings out the meatball's nutmeg spice.
— Liz Biro, Indianapolis Star, 11 Oct. 2017 -
In this version, a small amount of nutmeg added to the buttery pastry works well with the fruit.
— Jean Kressy, BostonGlobe.com, 10 June 2019 -
Slowly add the flour and nutmeg and whisk until there are no lumps.
— Aly Walansky, Forbes, 21 Dec. 2021 -
Intense, stewed red and dark fruits are joined by nutmeg and black licorice in this rich wine.
— Michael Austin, chicagotribune.com, 31 May 2018 -
Grate a little nutmeg over the top, if using, and serve.
— M. Carrie Allan, Washington Post, 26 Jan. 2023 -
Jaroslaw Niezgoda makes a great move with a nutmeg to set up a bit of a break and strong chance.
— oregonlive, 5 Aug. 2020 -
Mix up a dressing of olive oil, lemon juice, turmeric and a pinch of nutmeg.
— Stacy Pelekhaty, baltimoresun.com, 18 Jan. 2018 -
Remove from the heat and stir in the nutmeg and 1 1/2 teaspoons salt; let sit until ready to use.
— Woman's Day Kitchen, Woman's Day, 25 Oct. 2012 -
He is known for his dazzling runs, his strong leg, his nutmegs and his knack for finding the back of the net.
— Michelle Kaufman, miamiherald, 4 June 2019 -
Add the nutmeg, seal the jar and refrigerate overnight or up to 3 days.
— Joe Gray, chicagotribune.com, 2 July 2018 -
Stir in the lemon juice, nutmeg, truffle oil, cheddar cheese and 1 cup of the Parmesan.
— Lulu Powers, House Beautiful, 28 Nov. 2016 -
One recipe in this cookbook was for a pumpkin pudding made with nutmeg and allspice and served in a crust.
— Emily Williams, Better Homes & Gardens, 21 Nov. 2024 -
The whiskey offers notes of freshly baked cherry pie, cranberry, cardamom, and nutmeg on the nose.
— Gege Reed, The Courier-Journal, 1 Oct. 2024
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