Definition of parsley
: a European biennial herb (Petroselinum crispum) of the carrot family widely grown for its finely dissected curly or flat leaves which are used as an herb or garnish; also : the leaves
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The funnyman shares his love of psychedelic journeys, his dislike of parsley, and more.
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Berries, cucumbers, tomatoes, and herbs such as parsley and mint are an arsenal for sun protection, and their recipe possibilities are endless.
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Stir olives and parsley into sauce and season with salt and pepper to taste.
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Try out other fresh herb combos--like cilantro and parsley--to give this dish your own spin.
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Among the culinary ingredients in past and current Dogfish Head beers: raisins, blood orange juice, peaches, apricots, coconut, lobster, chocolate, cocoa, granola, wasabi ... and parsley, sage, rosemary and thyme.
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Courtesy of the venerable (and, for Boston fans, unfortunately named) Yankee Lobster company, fans at Fenway can get one of two lobster rolls: a classic New England-style lobster salad on bread, or a hot roll with warm butter and parsley.
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Vegetables are planted from March through October, but the herbs — such as tarragon, parsley, cilantro and dill — are grown all year.
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Frozen corn ▪ 1 medium onion, chopped ▪ 1/4 c. chopped celery ▪ 1/3 c. butter, cubed ▪ 2 T. minced fresh parsley▪ 1 tsp.
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Origin and Etymology of parsley
Middle English persely, from Old English petersilie, from Vulgar Latin *petrosilium, alteration of Latin petroselinum, from Greek petroselinon, from petros stone + selinon celery
PARSLEY Defined for English Language Learners
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playDefinition of parsley for English Language Learners
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: a plant with small green leaves that are used to season or decorate food
PARSLEY Defined for Kids
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: a garden plant that has small leaves used to season or decorate various foods
Medical Dictionary
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playMedical Definition of parsley
: a southern European annual or biennial herb (Petroselinum crispum) of the carrot family having leaves which are used as a culinary herb or garnish and a root and seeds which have been used medicinally
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