half-and-half
noun
ˌhaf-ᵊn-ˈhaf 
ˌhäf-ᵊn-ˈhäf
: something that is approximately half one thing and half another: such as
a
: a mixture of two malt beverages (such as dark and light beer)
b
: a mixture of cream and whole milk
half-and-half
adjective or adverb
Examples of half-and-half in a Sentence
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There's also a half-and-half option ($17.99): one piece of baked cod and two beer-battered.
—
Rachel Bernhard, Journal Sentinel, 20 Feb. 2024
Gradually whisk in half-and-half; cook over medium heat, whisking constantly, 7 to 10 minutes or until mixture is thickened and bubbly.
—Southern Living Test Kitchen, Southern Living, 15 May 2024
Meanwhile, reduce oven temperature to 350°F. Make rhubarb-custard filling:
Whisk together eggs, half-and-half, vanilla, orange zest, salt, almond extract, 1 cup of the sugar, and 3 tablespoons of the flour in a large bowl.
—Ann Taylor Pittman, Southern Living, 8 May 2024
Add brown sugar, half-and-half, and corn syrup; mix well.
—Bhg Test Kitchen, Better Homes & Gardens, 6 May 2024
The grits are cooked for five minutes, then mixed with a rich concoction of half-and-half, mustard, cheese, and eggs.
—Zoe Denenberg, Southern Living, 16 Apr. 2024
Whole milk costs 3 to 5 cents per fluid ounce, while half-and-half costs between 9 and 19 cents and heavy cream 17 to 32 cents an ounce, according to the lawsuit.
—Andrew J. Campa, Los Angeles Times, 20 Mar. 2024
Stir in half-and-half and cook over medium heat until heated through.
—Bethany Thayer, Detroit Free Press, 16 Mar. 2024
Can substitute with half-and-half for extra richness.
—Micah A Leal, Southern Living, 6 Mar. 2024
Rachel Bernhard, Journal Sentinel, 20 Feb. 2024
Gradually whisk in half-and-half; cook over medium heat, whisking constantly, 7 to 10 minutes or until mixture is thickened and bubbly.
—Southern Living Test Kitchen, Southern Living, 15 May 2024
Meanwhile, reduce oven temperature to 350°F. Make rhubarb-custard filling:
Whisk together eggs, half-and-half, vanilla, orange zest, salt, almond extract, 1 cup of the sugar, and 3 tablespoons of the flour in a large bowl.
—Ann Taylor Pittman, Southern Living, 8 May 2024
Add brown sugar, half-and-half, and corn syrup; mix well.
—Bhg Test Kitchen, Better Homes & Gardens, 6 May 2024
The grits are cooked for five minutes, then mixed with a rich concoction of half-and-half, mustard, cheese, and eggs.
—Zoe Denenberg, Southern Living, 16 Apr. 2024
Whole milk costs 3 to 5 cents per fluid ounce, while half-and-half costs between 9 and 19 cents and heavy cream 17 to 32 cents an ounce, according to the lawsuit.
—Andrew J. Campa, Los Angeles Times, 20 Mar. 2024
Stir in half-and-half and cook over medium heat until heated through.
—Bethany Thayer, Detroit Free Press, 16 Mar. 2024
Can substitute with half-and-half for extra richness.
—Micah A Leal, Southern Living, 6 Mar. 2024
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