How to Use garlic in a Sentence

garlic

noun
  • The recipe calls for two cloves of garlic, minced.
  • The freshness of the mint breaks the savory, deep funk of the garlic.
    Dana McMahan, The Courier-Journal, 9 Jan. 2024
  • Flavor the broth with onion, garlic, and salt—that's it!
    Bhg Test Kitchen, Better Homes & Gardens, 15 May 2023
  • Catch the Thai chile heat and the garlic punch in the combination?
    Tom Sietsema, Washington Post, 17 May 2023
  • Add the garlic, chipotle in adobo, cumin, oregano, and salt.
    The View, ABC News, 27 Sep. 2023
  • The fries were thin and crispy—very run-of-the-mill restaurant fries—served with ketchup and garlic aioli.
    Li Goldstein, Bon Appétit, 11 July 2023
  • In the foreground of the painting, De Witte saw two heads of garlic, not onions.
    Teresa Nowakowski, Smithsonian Magazine, 11 May 2023
  • Smell the difference between the raw onions and the cooked, the sharpness of the garlic, the muted green of the bay leaves.
    Daniela Galarza, Washington Post, 8 Feb. 2024
  • The salmon itself is soft and flaky, with a touch of garlic and a light zestiness from the lemon.
    Bon Appétit Contributor, Bon Appétit, 17 Nov. 2023
  • One chops the onion, and/or the celery, carrots and garlic, then sautés them.
    Michelle Huneven, Los Angeles Times, 27 Mar. 2024
  • Reduce heat to low; stir in orzo, garlic and 3 cups of the broth.
    Sabrina Weiss, Peoplemag, 6 July 2023
  • Perfectly dressed, crunchy, and the right amount of garlic.
    Bon Appétit Contributor, Bon Appétit, 7 Mar. 2024
  • In a wide saucepan over medium heat, heat 2 tablespoons of the oil with the garlic.
    Sally Pasley Vargas, BostonGlobe.com, 16 May 2023
  • Cook for 1 to 2 minutes longer until the garlic is soft.
    Ethel G. Hofman, Sun Sentinel, 21 Apr. 2023
  • Make the Sauce: Start by cooking the onion and garlic until tender.
    Sarah Martens, Better Homes & Gardens, 4 Mar. 2024
  • Same with aromatics like garlic or dark greens like kale that can stand up to the squash.
    Caron Golden, San Diego Union-Tribune, 18 Oct. 2023
  • In Ruby’s case that means no gluten, dairy, garlic, pork, or red meat.
    The Bon Appétit Staff & Contributors, Bon Appétit, 14 Dec. 2023
  • Put the butter, oil and garlic with some salt and pepper into a saucepan over a low heat.
    The Week Uk, theweek, 29 Jan. 2024
  • Meaty bacon, crispy Parm, and plenty of garlic make these green beans easy to love.
    Jasmine Smith, Southern Living, 21 June 2023
  • Process sour cream, lime juice, 1 cup of the cilantro and ¼ teaspoon each of the garlic and salt in a blender until smooth, about 20 seconds.
    Sam Burros, Peoplemag, 21 Sep. 2023
  • In addition to the heavy pours of olive oil, Symon adds black garlic, tomato paste and ketchup.
    Sabrina Weiss, Peoplemag, 17 Aug. 2023
  • The dish is often flavored with garlic, onion, or herbs.
    Sarah Martens, Better Homes & Gardens, 4 Mar. 2024
  • Stir briskly just before using; the lemon and garlic will have settled to the bottom.
    Karla Walsh, Better Homes & Gardens, 15 Feb. 2024
  • Sauté red onion, garlic, frozen spinach, and sliced chili peppers in a little olive oil.
    Women's Health, 1 May 2023
  • With oil, garlic and salt as your base: Switch up the herbs and try fresh rosemary, thyme, dill, cilantro or parsley.
    Lucinda Scala Quinn, Washington Post, 25 Mar. 2024
  • Or slather in olive oil, garlic and oregano, then dehydrate them to raisin-dry.
    Nan Sterman, San Diego Union-Tribune, 5 Aug. 2023
  • Addictively good, the spread lends the tostadas lushness and a little kick, thanks to a hit of garlic and jalapeño.
    Kitty Greenwald, WSJ, 24 Oct. 2023
  • Add shallots, garlic, and a little oil to a medium pot.
    Judy Bart Kancigor, Orange County Register, 25 Feb. 2024
  • Dress them up with garlic, ginger, chili crisp, black vinegar and sesame oil for an easy meal that’s ready in a half-hour.
    Anna Rodriguez, Washington Post, 31 Jan. 2024
  • Here, it’s tossed with garlic, red pepper flakes and lemon juice, then paired with melty provolone cheese.
    Anna Luisa Rodriguez, Washington Post, 29 Apr. 2023

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