patties

Definition of pattiesnext
plural of patty
as in cakes
a small usually rounded mass of minced food that has been fried the enticing aroma of sausage patties sizzling in the skillet

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Recent Examples of patties The Big Buford is made with two beef hamburger patties, two slices of American cheese, iceberg lettuce, tomato, red onion, dill pickles, ketchup, mustard, and mayo, all on a toasted bun. Greta Cross, USA Today, 1 Apr. 2026 Not in our basket were some of the chain’s more fun and fancy items, which run the gamut from croissants to Belgian chocolate to high-quality burger patties, and a whole range of alcoholic beverages. Roxana Popescu, San Diego Union-Tribune, 26 Mar. 2026 For those craving excess, the legendary Quadzilla stacks four third-pound patties with American cheese and full toppings. Susan Stapleton, Des Moines Register, 25 Mar. 2026 The 3-ounce patties of yesteryear now weigh in at 4 ounces apiece. Amy Drew Thompson, The Orlando Sentinel, 25 Mar. 2026 Skyrocketing beef prices have become such a problem that consumer groups are weighing hamburger patties to see which fast-food chain offers the best deal. Chris Tomlinson, Houston Chronicle, 17 Mar. 2026 The double cheeseburger includes two patties (thinner style, 2 ounces or so each of 85% lean beef) seared fast on a hot griddle, with American cheese on a kaiser roll. Louisa Kung Liu Chu, Chicago Tribune, 17 Mar. 2026 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
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Noun
  • Menu highlights will include Peruvian seafood crudo, West Coast oysters, crab cakes Benedict with caviar, Australian Wagyu steak and eggs, truffle croque madame and more.
    Abby Hamblin, San Diego Union-Tribune, 30 Mar. 2026
  • Most breads, pastas, cereals, cakes and cookies are off-limits.
    Peter Smith, Los Angeles Times, 30 Mar. 2026
Noun
  • Working in 2 batches and adding more oil between batches if needed, cook cutlets, turning halfway through, until deep golden brown, 6–8 minutes.
    Jesse Szewczyk, Bon Appetit Magazine, 23 Mar. 2026
  • Some of the most popular dishes are chicken cutlets, sausage and peppers, meatballs, penne, beef stew and the deep dish, Sicilian pizza.
    Sarah Kyrcz, Hartford Courant, 12 Mar. 2026
Noun
  • Eggplant will surely play a starring role on the restaurant’s opening menu alongside pop-up favorites like cassoulet croquettes, quail pithivier, and choucroute garnie.
    Kate Kassin, Bon Appetit Magazine, 26 Mar. 2026
  • Belgium’s menu includes moules frites or steamed mussels in white wine, shrimp croquettes, beef roast, bone-in pork chop, classic chocolate mousse.
    Pamela McLoughlin, Hartford Courant, 16 Mar. 2026
Noun
  • Some of my favorites include Bajiye, savory black-eyed pea fritters; Baasto Lisaanyo, Somali lasagna with cumin and cilantro in the sauce; and Bariis Isku Karis, one-pot goat and rice, Ahmed’s childhood favorite.
    The Bon Appétit, Bon Appetit Magazine, 20 Mar. 2026
  • 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

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