How to Use roast in a Sentence

roast

1 of 3 verb

• The peanuts roasted over the fire.
• We roasted the peanuts over the fire.
• The chicken is roasting in the oven.
• We were roasting in the hot sun.
• The movie is being roasted by the critics.
• Step 2: Toss 'em in oil, dust 'em in salt, and roast 'em on a pan.
  — Christopher Michel, Country Living, 7 Aug. 2023
• Lay the carrots and Brussels sprouts out to roast on the pan(s).
  — Julia O'Malley, Anchorage Daily News, 9 Mar. 2023
• Return the birds to the oven and roast for 30 minutes longer.
  — Taryn White, Smithsonian Magazine, 16 May 2023
• Transfer the skillet to the oven and roast for 8 minutes.
  — BostonGlobe.com, 25 Apr. 2023
• The air was filled with the scent of lamb being roasted on an open grill.
  — Tony Perrottet, Travel + Leisure, 11 June 2023
• Clean and then rub olive oil on the beet, then wrap in foil and roast for 50 minutes.
  — Caron Golden, San Diego Union-Tribune, 9 Aug. 2023
• The recipe is easy to whip up and roasting the pecans adds tons of flavor.
  — Beth Branch, Country Living, 25 July 2023
• Place the ham on a wire rack in a roasting pan filled with an inch of water.
  — Patricia S York, Southern Living, 6 Feb. 2024
• As the beans roast, the temperature changes the compounds that make up the beans.
  — Amanda MacMillan, Health, 29 Oct. 2023
• Toss the bones and veggies on the pans and roast for another half-hour.
  — Katie Hill, Outdoor Life, 3 Aug. 2023
• Throw these in soups, stews or roast them in your air fryer.
  — Good Housekeeping, 7 Feb. 2023
• Place back in the oven to roast for another 25 minutes.
  — Pati Jinich, San Diego Union-Tribune, 24 Jan. 2024
• Hot drinks are available, as is a fire pit for roasting s’mores.
  — Olivia McCormack, Washington Post, 9 Nov. 2023
• In the mouth voluptuous waves of black fruits, red cherries, black licorice and even roast chestnuts.
  — Tom Mullen, Forbes, 25 Feb. 2024
• Meat: Swap in any deli meat, from turkey to roast beef or chicken.
  — Southern Living Test Kitchen, Southern Living, 17 Dec. 2023
• Campers can hike, fish, and roast s’mores over a primitive charcoal grill, but with the bonus of a king bed and Keurig.
  — Rebecca Griesbach | [e-mail], al, 1 July 2023
• All kinds of beans, from white to black, will take on a crispy texture from roasting at high temps.
  — Audrey Bruno, SELF, 21 Feb. 2024
• Brussels sprouts that roasted in the oven for 20 minutes air fried in half that time.
  — Becky Krystal, Washington Post, 16 Oct. 2023
• Shop Basil 10 Sage Gathering around the bonfire to roast some s'mores?
  — Christopher Michel, Country Living, 3 Apr. 2023
• Place ham, cut side down, on rack set in roasting pan; add 1/4 cup water to pan.
  — Tina Martinez, Good Housekeeping, 27 Feb. 2023
• In the book, Britney roasts him like a s’more, accusing him of cheating on her.
  — Rob Sheffield, Rolling Stone, 23 Oct. 2023
• How to Cook a Ham Our preferred method for cooking ham is roasting a pre-cooked ham in the oven.
  — Patricia S York, Southern Living, 6 Feb. 2024
• Treat it like any other whitefish: broil it, roast it, grill it, pan-sear it.
  — Paul Kita, Men's Health, 29 Aug. 2023
• The entire buffet adds leg of lamb, ham and roast chicken, oysters, shrimp cocktail and ceviche, plus sides and salads.
  — Bud Kennedy, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 28 Mar. 2024
• These establishments often roast and sell their own beans and blends of espresso.
  — Laura Itzkowitz, Travel + Leisure, 3 Apr. 2024

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roast

2 of 3 noun

• She made a roast for dinner.
• We're having pork roast for dinner.
• The sauce for the snapper and the roast potatoes and green beans are cooked in the microwave.
  — cleveland, 11 Sep. 2023
• But what type of coffee roast has the most health perks?
  — Amanda MacMillan, Health, 29 Oct. 2023
• This method can take a long time depending on the size of the meat, up to 24 hours for steaks or roasts.
  — Jessica Harlan, Southern Living, 12 July 2023
• Sides: Prep raw veggies or roast, blanch or steam a day ahead.
  — Becky Krystal, San Diego Union-Tribune, 15 Nov. 2023
• In a 6-quart Dutch oven brown roast on all sides in hot oil over medium-high heat.
  — Bhg Test Kitchen, Better Homes & Gardens, 9 Oct. 2023
• These take the guesswork out of cooking the perfect steak, roast, sausage, or fowl.
  — Brad Fenson, Field & Stream, 8 June 2023
• And make sure there’s a roast beef sandwich on your table too.
  — Jenn Harris, Los Angeles Times, 11 Sep. 2023
• One was thin, as if it had been pounded, and the other looked like a miniature rump roast.
  — PCMAG, 27 Mar. 2024
• Ham grinder, roast beef grinder, a smashburger, Italian grinder wrap and a steak and cheese.
  — Pamela McLoughlin, Hartford Courant, 11 Jan. 2024
• This uses a low-acid blend, and gives a hint of fruit, and dark chocolate roast notes, with a nutty and smooth taste.
  — Samantha Booth, Rolling Stone, 10 Nov. 2023
• Once inside, there were toasts and roasts followed by a long night of dancing.
  — Alexandra MacOn, Vogue, 5 July 2023
• In Ukraine, they’re often served on the side of stews and roasts, or as a companion to ice-cold vodka.
  — Anna Luisa Rodriguez, Washington Post, 30 Aug. 2023
• Blame the roast chicken, the crispy bacon, the Thanksgiving turkey.
  — The Bon Appétit Staff & Contributors, Bon Appétit, 19 Feb. 2023
• The Always Pan claims to come with 10 total functions: To sear, bake, braise, steam, fry, boil, roast, strain, serve and sauté.
  — Josie Howell | [e-mail], al, 24 Aug. 2023
• Single-origin beans are great for cold brew, as well as a medium to dark roast.
  — Eva Bleyer, Good Housekeeping, 8 Apr. 2023
• These potatoes go great with just about any protein, from a roast chicken to pork chops.
  — Amanda Stanfield, Southern Living, 18 Sep. 2023
• On top of frying, the device also grills, roasts, bakes, and reheats.
  — Nicola Fumo, Peoplemag, 12 Oct. 2023
• Slow roast the whole pork shoulder and enjoy variations of the dish all week.
  — Mary Shannon Wells, Southern Living, 11 Aug. 2023
• If desired, remove the skin from the roast by slicing it along the underside of the bone with a long, sharp, slender knife.
  — The New York Times, San Diego Union-Tribune, 20 Dec. 2023
• Check roast after two hours to make sure there is still adequate liquid in the pan.
  — The View, ABC News, 5 Jan. 2024
• Pot roast isn’t a specific cut of meat but rather a method of preparation.
  — Inés Anguiano, Bon Appétit, 13 Feb. 2024
• To get the most out of fish, roast, pan sear, air fry or bake whenever possible.
  — cleveland, 3 Jan. 2023
• For lunch, Reese will often opt for a kale salad with roast chicken, per Vogue.
  — Jacqueline Tempera, Women's Health, 17 Aug. 2023
• This is a great partner for casual roasts, grilled meats or pre-meal snacks.
  — Dave McIntyre, Washington Post, 15 Feb. 2024
• These can toast bread, roast chicken, and sometimes cook pizza, as well.
  — Dwyer Frame, Peoplemag, 9 Mar. 2023
• There's something a bit off-putting about basting a roast chicken while your guests sit in a line watching you.
  — Jessica Cherner, House Beautiful, 4 Aug. 2023
• From one-pot meals to savory roasts, the nifty device can handle just about anything thrown its way.
  — Wendy Vazquez, Southern Living, 26 Feb. 2024
• The meal included pâté, intricate desserts and, most notably, a roast chicken stuffed with a lobster.
  — Sabrina Weiss, Peoplemag, 22 Mar. 2024

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roast

3 of 3 adjective

• Divide the roast beef among bowls and ladle the soup over the top.
  — Woman's Day Kitchen, Woman's Day, 24 Mar. 2014
• While the root vegetables roast, prepare the rice and the broth.
  — ExpressNews.com, 6 Nov. 2019
• And the brisket, roast chicken, mac and cheese and cornbread are worth it.
  — New York Times, 27 Jan. 2020
• The deli will include roast beef, hams and other items cooked in the store.
  — John Sowell, idahostatesman, 8 Feb. 2018
• Across much of Europe, the Christmas meal means roast goose.
  — Daniel Neman, sacbee, 19 Dec. 2017
• Or slice, sauté briefly to soften, then roast meat/fish on top.
  — Bethany Jean Clement, The Seattle Times, 13 June 2018
• Game to eat roast duck with a pantry of condiments standing up?
  — Tom Sietsema, Washington Post, 16 Oct. 2019
• Put a little chill on it and serve it with roast chicken.
  — Mike Dunne, sacbee, 9 May 2018
• There was a pile of roasted lambs on one table, and whole roast pork.
  — John Kass, chicagotribune.com, 15 Aug. 2017
• The meal included foie gras, caviar and a whole roast fish to name a few dishes.
  — Tirion Morris, azcentral, 4 Nov. 2019
• Serve the roast straight for the slow-cooker or pile high on buns for sandwiches.
  — Susan Selasky, sacbee, 16 Jan. 2018
• The steam, in fact, seemed to influence the meat more than the hot iron, leaving it as pale and bland as roast beef.
  — Mike Sutter, ExpressNews.com, 22 Aug. 2019
• To dry roast spices, place them in a small, heavy skillet over medium heat.
  — Francine Maroukian, Popular Mechanics, 13 Nov. 2018
• Sauté veggies over low heat in EVOO, or oven roast or grill your faves.
  — Health.com, 20 Dec. 2017
• Place roast, bone-side-down, in a large roasting pan and roast 30 minutes.
  — Susan Selasky, Detroit Free Press, 20 Dec. 2019
• This is where the harvesting crew would eat, sleep, and roast black cardamom pods for the next two days.
  — National Geographic, 18 Jan. 2020
• Is there a restaurant in Fort Worth that serves roast beef and Yorkshire pudding?
  — Bud Kennedy, star-telegram, 20 June 2018
• A roast chicken would be sublime, as would wild salmon, good pork chops or duck breast.
  — Eric Asimov, New York Times, 15 Sep. 2016
• Serve with bread or use reserved sauce for baked salmon, roast chicken, etc.
  — Alex Van Buren, Health.com, 7 May 2018
• Go to Fiore’s in Hoboken, New Jersey, and get the roast beef mozzarella with the hot peppers.
  — Safid Deen, sun-sentinel.com, 27 Nov. 2020
• Their Certified Angus Top Rounds are trimmed and cooked right in the store and a favorite for roast beef fans.
  — Danny Sanchez, OrlandoSentinel.com, 4 Oct. 2017
• The meal includes roast beef, gravy, mashed potatoes, Harvard beets, green beans, coleslaw, drinks and dessert.
  — Lois Szymanski, baltimoresun.com/maryland/carroll, 4 Sep. 2019
• On a large rimmed baking sheet, roast sausages and bacon, 15 minutes.
  — Woman's Day Kitchen, Woman's Day, 12 Feb. 2018
• Cochon dinners of roast pork, dirty rice, green beans, salad and bread will be sold.
  — Ann Maloney, NOLA.com, 17 Oct. 2017
• Slice: When roast chicken is beautifully crisp, pull it out of the oven.
  — Leah Eskin, chicagotribune.com, 6 Mar. 2018
• The recipe calls for blue cheese, which of course makes the ultimate combination with roast beef.
  — Daniel Neman, sacbee, 26 June 2018
• The local angle includes a few state fair-themed items like roast turkey legs and cheese curds.
  — Dan Gartland, SI.com, 24 Jan. 2018
• The bowls of stewed chicken ($15) and the roast pork plate ($15) were comforting and deeply satisfying.
  — Stephanie Schorow, BostonGlobe.com, 8 June 2018
• An exotic Vietnamese incense fills the rooms, while the aroma of roast lamb escapes from the kitchen.
  — Alice B-B, ELLE Decor, 12 Dec. 2011
• Best of all was the evening’s special ($38), an enormous filet of tender grouper fish cooked to perfection, topped with olive tapenade and served with roast purple potato, heirloom tomatoes and a buttery sauce.
  — San Diego Union-Tribune, 16 July 2021

Last Updated: 5 Sep 2024