How to Use hearty in a Sentence

hearty

adjective
  • He gave us all a hearty welcome.
  • His grandmother remains hale and hearty in her old age.
  • This hearty side eats like a meal.
    — Kimberly Holland, Southern Living, 7 Apr. 2026
  • Black beans are the star of this hearty soup.
    — Riley Wofford, Martha Stewart, 9 Jan. 2026
  • Serve this over rice for a main dish or hearty side.
    — Mary Shannon Wells, Southern Living, 15 Mar. 2026
  • No one will guess how easy this hearty stew is to whip up.
    — Patricia S York, Southern Living, 6 Nov. 2025
  • Add a hearty grain to thicken the broth.
    — Lynda Balslev, Mercury News, 24 Oct. 2025
  • Perfect for a hearty plate on a cold night.
    — Jaymi McCann, TheWeek, 8 May 2026
  • But the square, hearty pizza is the star.
    — Gail Ciampa, The Providence Journal, 5 Mar. 2026
  • Put a hearty spin on the potluck classic.
    — Sarah Martens, Better Homes & Gardens, 26 June 2026
  • The dead of winter calls for a hearty steak house.
    — Air Mail, 31 Jan. 2026
  • Keep this recipe on hand for friends that need a hearty meal in a flash.
    — Mary Shannon Wells, Southern Living, 20 Feb. 2025
  • These meals and snacks contain a hearty dose of both.
    — Jillian Kubala, Health, 23 Sep. 2025
  • One bag serves three hearty portions, or four measly ones.
    — Alex Beggs, Bon Appetit Magazine, 25 Apr. 2026
  • The result is a cozy, tasty, hearty meal all week long.
    — Cameron Beall, Southern Living, 16 Apr. 2026
  • There’s no reason to wait till fall for a hearty bowl of soup.
    — Molly Burford, Southern Living, 15 July 2026
  • This hearty meal is filled with meat, potato, egg, and cheese.
    — Karla Walsh, Better Homes & Gardens, 4 Feb. 2026
  • Need a hearty soup that's quick, tasty, and healthy this season?
    — Nellah Bailey McGough, Southern Living, 30 Oct. 2025
  • For a hearty meal, try the supreme omelet or the biscuits and gravy.
    — Korrin Bishop, Southern Living, 13 July 2025
  • Add it to a brothy soup or a hearty stew near the end of cooking.
    — Danielle Bouchard, Martha Stewart, 24 Oct. 2026
  • Creamy, saucy, cheesy, and hearty, this recipe is a true delight.
    — Alana Al-Hatlani, Southern Living, 23 June 2026
  • Use it in the place of ham to flavor a pot of beans or hearty soups.
    — Katie Rosenhouse, Southern Living, 26 Dec. 2025
  • Add in cooked sausage, ham cubes, cheese, or corn for a heartier dish.
    — Emma Ashe, Southern Living, 15 May 2026
  • This a truly hearty and meaty mac fit for a cowboy!
    — Kimberly Holland, Southern Living, 27 Jan. 2026
  • The double-wash means that this process is best for those with thick, hearty strands.
    — Calin Van Paris, Vogue, 29 Oct. 2023
  • But public book readers are a hearty bunch.
    — Nora Krug, Washington Post, 15 Feb. 2026
  • Get ready to add a hearty dose of Southern charm to your home.
    — Kaitlyn Yarborough, Southern Living, 28 Feb. 2024
  • Prepare a simple lentil soup for a hearty lunch.
    — Lindsay Curtis, Health, 28 Apr. 2026
  • Think of this hearty casserole like a lasagna without all the work.
    — Melinda Salchert, Southern Living, 18 Jan. 2026
  • But this hearty and beloved chicken dinner has earned its moniker.
    — Lizzy Briskin, Better Homes & Gardens, 14 Feb. 2026

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