patties

noun

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 Egg patties were at 50 degrees and 52 degrees in the reach-in cooler. — Arkansas Online, 2 Nov. 2026 The plaintiffs accused McDonald’s of intentionally shaping McRib patties with ridges to resemble pork ribs and make diners believe the sandwich contains rib meat, an expensive cut known for its higher fat content and rich flavor. — Reuters, NBC news, 31 Oct. 2026 The transient air pressure of a passing thunderstorm, or the excessive production of cow patties, spoiled the chips. — Gideon Lewis-Kraus, New Yorker, 19 Oct. 2026 Burgers develop a deeper crust on leaner patties, especially when cooked on a griddle or in a skillet. — Lauren Jarvis-Gibson, Charlotte Observer, 12 Oct. 2026 Use a flat spatula and a square of parchment paper (to prevent sticking) to press the balls into flat patties. — ABC News, 7 Oct. 2026 One of its hallmarks is a second bottom bun separating the two burger patties. — Tara Massouleh McCay, Southern Living, 1 Oct. 2026 The patties are made with a secret family recipe featuring a Romanian blend of spices. — Kristy Tolley, Travel + Leisure, 26 Sep. 2026 Delicious food — Jamaican patties, raspberry tarts, Nigerian-style goat, salmon tamales — scented the streets. — Gustavo Arellano, Los Angeles Times, 18 Sep. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for patties
  1. cakes
  2. cutlets
  3. croquettes
  4. fritters
Noun
  • The waterfront features a whiskey distillery, green spaces and restaurants offering local delicacy options, like steamed crabs and crab cakes.
    — Angelica Stabile, FOXNews.com, 1 Nov. 2026
  • Toward the end of the night, Hadid blew out candles on four separate cakes, each one meant to honor one Guest in Residence location.
    — Erin Wisti, Footwear News, 31 Oct. 2026
Definition of cakes
Noun
  • Recipe Tips for Corn-And-Zucchini Chicken Skillet Ensure that the chicken cutlets are evenly thick before searing.
    — Elizabeth Nelson, Southern Living, 16 Oct. 2026
  • If pork sounds better to you, consider these lemony sautéed cutlets or our crispy pork cutlets, either of which would complement the dish without overpowering its delicate flavor.
    — Martha Stewart, Martha Stewart, 18 Aug. 2026
Definition of cutlets
Noun
  • My dinner began with crisp pork and apple croquettes—delivering all the hearty comfort of a Sunday roast in just a few sweet-and-savory bites—followed by silky slivers of Scottish salmon, cured in-house, of course.
    — Liam Hess, Vogue, 3 Nov. 2026
  • Only light regional dishes and bites such as croquettes, Cinco Jotas ham, cheese, and quince, along with Rioja Alavesa wine, are served for lunch or supper via the Delicatessen or Egukzi Soro Bar and Garden (or room service).
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 6 Oct. 2026
Definition of croquettes
Noun
  • Lotte caters, and Yoon reminisces fondly about trays of modeum jeon, assorted fritters and pancakes her family would order each New Year’s.
    — Vanessa Anderson, Los Angeles Times, 21 Oct. 2026
  • Yeah, the fritters have brought something out in our bake clubbers.
    — Emily Elias, Bon Appetit Magazine, 19 Oct. 2026
Definition of fritters

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