How to Use saltine in a Sentence

saltine

noun
  • The saltines go on a platter next to that.
    Mary Shannon Wells, Southern Living, 16 Apr. 2026
  • Serve alongside saltines, hot sauce, and/or lemon.
    Holly Riordan, Better Homes & Gardens, 9 Feb. 2026
  • Just don’t be tempted to add extra saltines.
    Alana Al-Hatlani, Southern Living, 2 Apr. 2026
  • Unsalted saltines just won't be the same.
    Ann Taylor Pittman, Southern Living, 14 Aug. 2025
  • Serve alongside saltines, hot sauce, and lemon for even more flavor.
    Holly Riordan, Better Homes & Gardens, 9 Feb. 2026
  • The salty-sweet-sour combo of lemon lime custard with a saltine crust just can’t be beat.
    Tara Massouleh McCay, Southern Living, 18 Apr. 2025
  • The savory and salty notes in saltines are welcome here to balance out the sweet crust and cream.
    Karla Walsh, Better Homes & Gardens, 18 July 2026
  • Ham salad can be served on saltines, between cheese puffs, or on a bed of salad greens.
    Phoebe Evans, Southern Living, 28 Aug. 2025
  • Seasoned saltines serve as the base for cream cheese, pepper jelly, and a piece of shrimp.
    Jenna Sims, Southern Living, 30 Mar. 2026
  • Others advise the dad to just send in a box of saltines with the regular snacks.
    Victoria Edel, People.com, 21 Nov. 2024
  • This is the year to bring back the simple appetizer that starts with a sleeve of saltines.
    Nellah Bailey McGough, Southern Living, 19 May 2026
  • Then bread the filets with saltines and a splash of buttermilk for a savory yet tangy seafood dinner.
    Amanda Favazza, Southern Living, 22 Apr. 2026
  • The light and fluffy casserole packed with cheese, onion, and saltines too, is a great way to sneak in some extra veggies.
    Cameron Beall, Southern Living, 3 Apr. 2026
  • Crack open your handy box of saltines to make this easy and elegant appetizer.
    Kimberly Holland, Southern Living, 5 June 2026
  • This classic Southern dish wouldn't be the same without crushed saltines in the breading.
    Jenna Sims, Southern Living, 30 Mar. 2026
  • Add crab and saltines and mix to combine; cover and refrigerate.
    The Good Housekeeping Test Kitchen, Good Housekeeping, 4 Mar. 2020
  • Not only did in rank highest based on our scale, but most editors chose this saltine as their overall favorite.
    Jenna Sims, Southern Living, 22 June 2026
  • Lean on butter and radishes to turn plain ol' saltines into a picture-perfect party snack.
    Kate Merker, Country Living, 16 Aug. 2018
  • The flatbread was dry and flavorless, with the texture of slightly stale saltines (minus the salt).
    Sharon Greenthal, Better Homes & Gardens, 5 June 2024
  • The snack version of this tradition—a zesty, spruced up saltine—will light up any celebration.
    Hallie Milstein, Southern Living, 1 July 2026
  • Grab some mini saltines to make this addictive snack, which is perfect to bring to parties or to munch on throughout the week.
    Jenna Sims, Southern Living, 30 Mar. 2026
  • Pinquito beans are an essential side dish (along with salsa, saltines, garlic bread and an icy relish tray).
    Margy Rochlin, latimes.com, 29 June 2017
  • The treat features layered saltines with a toffee mixture, melted chocolate, and toasty pecans.
    Sheri Castle, Southern Living, 5 Nov. 2023
  • The saltine is the only vehicle for West Indies.
    Mary Shannon Wells, Southern Living, 16 Apr. 2026
  • The spread is accompanied by saltines brushed with brown butter and so good, you’re tempted to devour them sans their pink spread.
    Tom Sietsema, Washington Post, 9 June 2023
  • Just butter and two sleeves of saltines are needed to make a plate full of simple crowd-pleasing appetizers.
    Jenna Sims, Southern Living, 30 Mar. 2026
  • Crushed saltines serve as the main ingredient in the crust for this recipe that's been referred to as the easiest pie ever.
    Jenna Sims, Southern Living, 30 Mar. 2026
  • After tasting each of the seven saltines, editors were then asked to choose their overall favorite.
    Jenna Sims, Southern Living, 29 Jan. 2026
  • The cheesy saltines add the perfect and unexpected finishing touch.
    Kimberly Holland, Southern Living, 2 Jan. 2026
  • This recipe is a take on sick-day chicken noodle soup, so pair it with a marathon of daytime TV court shows and a box of saltines.
    Laura Murray, Bon Appetit, 21 Feb. 2017

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