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Recent Examples of tablespoonsLadle soup in 4 broiler-safe bowls, and top each evenly with 5 tablespoons mozzarella and 1 tablespoon Parmesan.—Kimberly Holland, Southern Living, 4 Jan. 2026
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teaspoons
Noun
Place chicken, carrots, celery, bay leaves, bouillon cube, 2 cups of the onions, 2 teaspoons of the salt, and 1 teaspoon of the black pepper in a large stockpot.
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Kimberly Holland,
Southern Living,
27 Oct. 2025
Add remaining 2/3 cup of wine, the beef broth, the seared meat (and juices), 2 teaspoons salt, and 1 teaspoon pepper.