How to Use buttermilk in a Sentence

buttermilk

noun
  • Make a well in the center of the mixture and add the buttermilk.
    — Sheryl Julian, BostonGlobe.com, 6 Dec. 2022
  • The tang of the buttermilk sauce balances the sweetness of the cake.
    — Judy Walker, NOLA.com, 8 Dec. 2020
  • And there's thyme and buttermilk in the crust of the chicken pot pie.
    — Polly Campbell, Cincinnati.com, 28 Feb. 2018
  • And feel free to swap in heavy cream, sour cream or crème fraîche in place of the buttermilk.
    — Jenn Harris, Los Angeles Times, 24 Nov. 2024
  • Pull the chicken from the buttermilk, and let the excess drip off, then add it to the bag.
    — Michael Austin, chicagotribune.com, 8 Mar. 2018
  • 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
  • The creamy buttermilk adds a bit a tangy note and richness, and the egg helps breading stick to the meat.
    — Chuck Blount, San Antonio Express-News, 2 Feb. 2021
  • Mix this buttermilk powder with a quart of whole milk and pour it in the tub.
    — Allure, 11 Sep. 2018
  • The chef has to brine the chicken for a day in buttermilk, rosemary and hot sauce.
    — Justin Phillips, San Francisco Chronicle, 19 Mar. 2018
  • Look at that gut — like a garbage bag full of buttermilk.
    — James Hibberd, The Hollywood Reporter, 17 Oct. 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
  • In a separate bowl, whisk the eggs and add the buttermilk.
    — Michael R. Shea, Field & Stream, 25 Nov. 2019
  • Stir in 1½ cups of the buttermilk until dough forms a sticky mass.
    — Emily Strohm, PEOPLE.com, 2 May 2018
  • Pierce the chicken pieces all over with a fork and add them to the buttermilk mixture.
    — Robin Miller, The Arizona Republic, 5 July 2024
  • Pierce the chicken pieces all over with a fork and add them to the buttermilk mixture.
    — Robin Miller, The Arizona Republic, 19 Dec. 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
  • Pour in the buttermilk and stir with a wooden spoon, to form a shaggy dough.
    — Jessie Sheehan, Washington Post, 10 June 2019
  • Transfer the mixture to a large bowl and pour the buttermilk mixture on top.
    — Jerrelle Guy, San Diego Union-Tribune, 22 Mar. 2023
  • Pour into the blender, add the buttermilk and mint leaves and blend until very smooth.
    — Ellise Pierce, star-telegram, 31 May 2018
  • 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
  • In a mixing bowl, lightly beat the eggs with a whisk and then add the buttermilk, milk and butter.
    — Michelle Matthews | [email protected], al, 13 Nov. 2019
  • The buttermilk will adopt the aroma of the buds while remaining tangy.
    — Lilah Ramzi, Vogue, 6 Mar. 2018
  • 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
  • The buttermilk batter is crispy, crunchy and flaky-- the perfect vessel for the the juicy meat inside.
    — cleveland.com, 22 Aug. 2019
  • Expect the brunch crowd to storm the place on the weekends as buttermilk pancakes and banana bread are served alongside huevos rancheros and, yes, more cocktails.
    — Air Mail, 31 May 2025
  • Some of the traditional breakfast items on the menu include buttermilk pancakes, bacon, sausage and scrambled eggs.
    — Carlos Rico, San Diego Union-Tribune, 3 June 2025

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