How to Use buttermilk in a Sentence

buttermilk

noun
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  • Classic ranch uses buttermilk, which some folks don’t keep on hand.
    — Washington Post, 3 May 2021
  • Brush the biscuits with buttermilk and arrange them on the rhubarb, leaving space between them.
    — BostonGlobe.com, 27 Apr. 2021
  • Choose from classic hues like buttermilk, honey nut, and fan-favorite antique ice blue.
    — Sanah Faroke, Better Homes & Gardens, 23 Apr. 2021
  • The kubanah is flecked with scallions and nigella seeds; the challah is buttermilk-and-honey sourdough.
    — Hannah Goldfield, The New Yorker, 14 May 2021
  • Remove the cover, drizzle the mixture with the buttermilk, and cover again.
    — BostonGlobe.com, 27 Apr. 2021
  • Soaking the chicken in buttermilk for at least six hours is one of the simplest (but not quickest) ways to elevate a roasted bird.
    — Star Tribune, 16 Apr. 2021
  • Remove the chicken from the buttermilk, letting as much marinade as possible drip back into the bag.
    — Star Tribune, 16 Apr. 2021
  • After the final addition of buttermilk, toss until no dry, floury bits remain.
    — BostonGlobe.com, 30 Apr. 2021
  • In a separate medium bowl or measuring cup whisk together the buttermilk, olive oil and eggs.
    — Jessica Battilana, San Francisco Chronicle, 23 Apr. 2021
  • The topping is buttery buttermilk biscuit dough, a cinch to make in the food processor, which is shaped into disks to cover the top of the fruit.
    — BostonGlobe.com, 27 Apr. 2021
  • Aged provolone, together with buttermilk, give this cake salé a pleasant tang, and scallions and fresh thyme deepen the flavor.
    — Jessica Battilana, San Francisco Chronicle, 23 Apr. 2021
  • Millbrae Pancake House has been making stacks of buttermilk pancakes, waffles and omelets since 1959.
    — Elena Kadvany, San Francisco Chronicle, 23 Apr. 2021
  • Zaxby's fried pickles are made from thin slices of dill pickles that get coated in cornmeal and are served with Zaxby's signature ranch sauce made with buttermilk, garlic, onion and vinegar.
    — Perri Ormont Blumberg, Southern Living, 12 May 2021
  • Make a well in the center of the mixture and add the buttermilk.
    — Sheryl Julian, BostonGlobe.com, 6 Dec. 2022
  • The acid in buttermilk is the key to its superpowers in the kitchen.
    — Carly Westerfield, Bon Appétit, 27 Sep. 2023
  • In a medium bowl, whisk the lemon juice with the buttermilk, olive oil, salt and basil.
    — Bethany Thayer, Detroit Free Press, 13 July 2024
  • Daniels soaks the onions in a buttermilk marinade for at least four hours.
    — Jenn Harris, Los Angeles Times, 3 July 2023
  • In the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with the dough hook, combine the eggs and buttermilk.
    — Yewande Komolafe, San Diego Union-Tribune, 28 Feb. 2024
  • Add the egg and buttermilk and stir with a fork until moist clumps form.
    — BostonGlobe.com, 6 July 2021
  • Pierce the chicken pieces all over with a fork and add them to the buttermilk mixture.
    — Robin Miller, The Arizona Republic, 5 July 2024
  • Use our gluten-free flour mix to whip up a batch of flaky buttermilk biscuits and add to the rich sausage gravy.
    — Katlyn Moncada, Better Homes & Gardens, 8 Feb. 2023
  • Transfer the mixture to a large bowl and pour the buttermilk mixture on top.
    — Jerrelle Guy, San Diego Union-Tribune, 22 Mar. 2023
  • Munch on the chips by themselves or pair them with low-fat buttermilk ranch.
    — Stefani Sassos, M.s., R.d.n., C.s.o., C.d.n., Good Housekeeping, 17 Nov. 2022
  • This creamy buttermilk recipe gets nice and thick with the addition of gelatin.
    — Katlyn Moncada, Better Homes & Gardens, 26 Mar. 2024
  • Seal the bag, squish the buttermilk around the chicken, place on a rimmed plate, and refrigerate for 12 to 24 hours.
    — Morgan Hines, USA TODAY, 4 Nov. 2022
  • In a medium bowl combine the olive oil, lemon peel, lemon juice, and buttermilk.
    — Beth Kirby, Better Homes & Gardens, 2 Aug. 2023
  • The recipe keeps the buttermilk, resulting in a tender crumb that's moist and soft.
    — Sarah Martens, Better Homes & Gardens, 20 June 2024
  • Pour in the buttermilk and pulse just until the dough starts to come together.
    — Sam Burros, Peoplemag, 8 June 2023
  • The tang of the cream cheese icing is enhanced by the addition of buttermilk to the dough—our Southern spin on the recipe.
    — Liv Dansky, Southern Living, 24 Jan. 2024
  • Lately, the Brand Room has added a full menu with soups, salads, pork chops, lunch specials and desserts such as buttermilk pie.
    — Bud Kennedy, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 8 July 2024

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