black pepper

noun

: a spice that consists of the dried berry of an Indian vine ground with the black husk still on

also : the plant (Piper nigrum) that yields black pepper

Example Sentences

Recent Examples on the Web Still others use other kinds of chili seasonings, such as ground cumin, ground black pepper, oregano, or cilantro—or even some brown sugar for a hint of sweet.

Audrey Bruno, SELF, 21 Nov. 2022 Season with salt and black pepper and simmer until thickened.

David Holloway | Dholloway@al.com, al, 19 Nov. 2022 Stir together sprout halves, cream, black pepper, lemon zest and lemon juice, 2½ cups of the Parmesan and remaining 1 teaspoon salt in a large bowl to combine.

People Staff, Peoplemag, 17 Nov. 2022 The bourbon is rich and complex, with notes of black pepper, banana, cherry, chocolate and a bit of smoke on the palate.

Jonah Flicker, Robb Report, 9 Nov. 2022 Add ¼ cup water, any loose cauliflower pieces, 2 teaspoons black pepper, rice wine vinegar, soy sauce, sugar, garlic, bay leaves and Thai chile.

Ali Slagle, San Diego Union-Tribune, 2 Nov. 2022 This dish is an incredibly simple nod to two classic Italian pastas, alfredo and cacio e pepe, with just a handful of ingredients: enoki, butter, parmesan, black pepper, grated nutmeg, and a drizzle of olive oil at the finish, for extra gloss.

Lara Johnson-wheeler, Vogue, 31 Oct. 2022 In a small bowl, whisk together vinegar, oil, sugar, oregano, garlic, and black pepper.

Bethany Thayer, Detroit Free Press, 30 Oct. 2022 Place on the baking sheet and, if desired, sprinkle with black pepper.

Susan Selasky, USA TODAY, 2 Sep. 2022 See More

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