Definition of bay leaf
: the dried leaf of the European laurel (Laurus nobilis) used in cooking
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Avocado wedges, cilantro sprigs, thinly sliced cabbage, sliced jalapeños, sliced radishes, lime wedges, sour cream, tortilla chips, and hot sauce (for serving) Drain hominy and place in a large heavy pot; add onions, bay leaves, peppercorns, 2 Tbsp.
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Pick out garlic cloves, bay leaves, and thyme sprigs and discard.
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Heloise Dear Heloise: What are some good herbs for fish? Belinda J., Haverhill, Mass. Belinda, bay leaves (broken), French tarragon, lemon thyme and parsley.
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Ingredients included beef bones, tomatoes, organic vegetables and herbs (onion, carrot, garlic, parsley, thyme), sea salt, bay leaves, and black pepper, and any flavoring was subtle and not overpowering.
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Stir in onions, garlic, bay leaf, chile flakes and green pepper.
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My favorite French lentils 2 tablespoons olive oil 1/2 cup diced onion 1 clove of garlic, minced Sea salt and pepper 1 rib celery, diced 1 large carrot, diced 2 cups French green lentils, rinsed 4 cups vegetable stock 2 bay leaves1.
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Two of my favorite tasty soul food recipes are New Orleans-Style Red Beans & Rice, spiced with smoked paprika, bay leaves, and cajun seasoning; and Low Country Grits (pictured above), flavored with creole seasoning and Old Bay. 2.
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Add beef and seasonings from packets to pot along with vinegar, stout, mustard seeds, coriander seeds, peppercorns, dill seeds, allspice, and bay leaves; then add water to barely cover beef.
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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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