galettes

Definition of galettesnext
plural of galette
as in cakes
a small usually rounded mass of minced food that has been fried a golden-brown galette of lightly buttered and sautéed potato slices

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Recent Examples of galettes Baked Goods Use leftover egg wash in the place of an egg or partial egg for pastries or breads, like biscuits, scones, dinner rolls, pie crusts, or galettes, or in the place of egg wash needed for those recipes. Katie Rosenhouse, Southern Living, 27 Nov. 2025
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Noun
  • Containers will be provided to take home other cakes, but feel free to bring your own.
    Hema Sivanandam, Mercury News, 9 Mar. 2026
  • From cakes to pies to cookies and more, these are Grandma's favorite dessert recipes to enjoy on Easter Sunday.
    Jenna Sims, Southern Living, 8 Mar. 2026
Noun
  • Beyond, founded in 2009 and known primarily for its pea-protein burger patties and steaks, has had some turbulent times recently.
    Iris Kwok, Los Angeles Times, 10 Mar. 2026
  • Cook sausage patties or links sliced in half (classic pork for richer flavor, turkey or chicken for a leaner option), then scramble eggs in the same pan.
    Allison Palmer, Kansas City Star, 10 Mar. 2026
Noun
  • This waterfront favorite sits on a natural cove just below Cap Maison and serves up seafood classics like fish & chips, plus regional hits including creole fish stew with curry and island conch fritters with chili mango chutney.
    Nicole Kliest, Vogue, 3 Mar. 2026
  • Be sure to make a reservation or risk missing out on savoring conch fritters and the signature pulled pork burger.
    Carley Rojas Avila, Travel + Leisure, 3 Mar. 2026

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“Galettes.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/galettes. Accessed 12 Mar. 2026.

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