How to Use parsley in a Sentence

parsley

noun
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  • Drain the green onions and parsley and add them to the blender, along with the crème fraîche.
    — Jonathan Miles, Field & Stream, 23 May 2024
  • Sprinkle the parsley and mint over the dish and top with the sumac.
    — Reem Assil, Robb Report, 11 June 2022
  • Top the pork with the sauce and garnish with the lemon slices and parsley.
    — Michael A. Gardiner, San Diego Union-Tribune, 8 June 2022
  • Add the clam juice, white wine and parsley to the skillet.
    — cleveland, 25 July 2023
  • Strain the water and transfer the onions and parsley to the ice bath.
    — Jonathan Miles, Field & Stream, 23 May 2024
  • Squeeze one lemon wedge over the shrimp and sprinkle the parsley on top.
    — Zella Palmer, Saveur, 3 Jan. 2024
  • Press the fresh rosemary, parsley and thyme onto the top and sides of the pork.
    — Robin Miller, USA TODAY, 24 Oct. 2022
  • Turn off the heat, add salt and pepper to taste, flip in the parsley, and you are done.
    — San Diego Union-Tribune, 7 Oct. 2020
  • Stir in the shrimp and all but 1 tablespoon of the parsley.
    — Sally Pasley Vargas, BostonGlobe.com, 17 May 2022
  • Top the cabbage parm with the bread crumbs, a drizzle of olive oil, and the parsley.
    — Kate Krader, Fortune, 4 Dec. 2021
  • Add the red pepper, onions, parsley, cilantro and the lemon zest to the quinoa and stir to combine.
    — Lynda Balslev, The Mercury News, 5 Aug. 2024
  • The sauce is rich, but the lemon zest and fresh parsley keep it from feeling too heavy.
    — Southern Living Test Kitchen, Southern Living, 24 Dec. 2023
  • Stir in about three-quarters of the parsley and remove from the heat.
    — Washington Post, 3 Feb. 2022
  • Garnish the cheese with the oregano or parsley sprigs and serve hot, with lemon wedges and bread.
    — Washington Post, 28 Dec. 2020
  • In a large bowl, gently mix the rice and peas with the parsley, half of the bacon and half of the scallions.
    — USA TODAY, 29 Dec. 2022
  • Sprinkle the lemon rind and parsley over the mussels and stir to mix well.
    — BostonGlobe.com, 4 May 2021
  • Add the beans to the pot along with the parsley and green onions and cook, stirring, for about 5 minutes.
    — Star Tribune, 24 Feb. 2021
  • Stir in the parsley, thyme, lemon zest, salt and pepper.
    — Ellie Krieger, Washington Post, 28 June 2022
  • Spoon over some of the sauce and sprinkle with the fresh parsley, if using.
    — Ann Maloney, Washington Post, 25 Oct. 2022
  • Stir in the mushrooms, peas, cheese, parsley, chives and lemon juice.
    — Lynda Balslev, The Mercury News, 13 May 2024
  • Once the fish is cooked through, add the parsley and a little lemon juice to the pan to brighten the flavors.
    — Nicole Sours Larson, San Diego Union-Tribune, 2 Nov. 2022
  • Lemon zest and fresh parsley keep the sauce from feeling too heavy.
    — Phoebe Evans, Southern Living, 1 Aug. 2024
  • The kit comes with seven types of seeds: basil, parsley, oregano, thyme, mint, cilantro, and dill.
    — Nor'adila Hepburn, Southern Living, 6 Jan. 2024
  • Add whole cloves to this, Scotch bonnets to that, maybe some parsley and thyme?
    — Lesley Enston, Bon Appétit, 23 Oct. 2024
  • Flat-leaf parsley: Adds a touch of freshness to brighten the dish.
    — Nancie McDermott, Southern Living, 8 Nov. 2023
  • Fold in the cooked chicken, frozen peas and 2 tablespoons of the parsley.
    — Robin Miller, The Arizona Republic, 2 Mar. 2023
  • For a long-term harvest, let some parsley, dill and cilantro go to seed.
    — San Diego Union-Tribune, 1 Jan. 2022
  • Add the parsley, lemon zest, salt and pepper and toss to combine.
    — Washington Post, 30 Oct. 2020
  • The blini feature lemon zest and herbs such as parsley, chives and thyme, and the dill cream blends crème fraîche, lemon juice, shallots and dill.
    — Danielle Dorsey, Los Angeles Times, 22 Dec. 2024
  • Remove sheet pan from the oven and top the chicken and vegetables with fresh parsley (if using).
    — Robin Miller, The Arizona Republic, 5 Dec. 2024

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