Definition of bay leaf
: the dried leaf of the European laurel (Laurus nobilis) used in cooking
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Make the grits: In a large pot, combine water, bay leaves and cream.
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Then add the brown sugar, dry rub, and bay leaves and stir well to combine.
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Add carrots, celery, bay leaf and one of the garlic scapes, cut in half.
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For Father’s Day, give dad a special gift set from Josh Cellars, which features the Oaktown Spice Shop BBQ Master Spice Set with four spices including Jamaican Jerk and St. Basil’s Chop and Rib Rub along with sage, bay leaves and more.
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Add red pepper flakes, thyme, bay leaves and pepper, broth, clam juice and potatoes.
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White candles tucked into antique brass candlesticks, brass shot glasses that double as votive holders, a bay leaf garland and heirloom pumpkins cast a note of laid-back romance onto the holiday table.
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In a small saucepan or baking dish, combine garlic cloves, thyme sprigs and bay leaf, if using.
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In a stainless-steel pot, combine the wine, water, bay leaves, lemon, garlic, thyme and salt.
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First Known Use of bay leaf
15th century
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Definition of bay leaf for English Language Learners
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: a dried leaf from the bay tree that has a sweet smell and is used in cooking
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