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broth

noun
\ ˈbrȯth How to pronounce broth (audio) \
plural broths\ ˈbrȯths How to pronounce broths (audio) , ˈbrȯtÍŸhz How to pronounce broths (audio) \

Definition of broth

1 : liquid in which meat, fish, cereal grains, or vegetables have been cooked : stock chicken broth
2 : a fluid culture medium

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Add the broth, tomatoes and their juices and the orzo; bring to a boil over medium-high heat, then reduce the heat to medium-low; cook for 7 or 8 minutes, stirring a few times. Bonnie S. Benwick, The Denver Post, "There’s a chicken soup for every season, and this one says summer," 17 July 2019 Step 2 Add the broth, tomatoes and their juices and the orzo; bring to a boil over medium-high heat, then reduce the heat to medium-low; cook for 7 or 8 minutes, stirring a few times. Bonnie S. Benwick, Washington Post, "There’s a chicken soup for every season, and this one says summer," 16 July 2019 Add broth to skillet, increase heat to medium-high, and cook until liquid is reduced to 1 cup, 8 to 9 minutes. Taylor Murray, Country Living, "Southwest Shrimp & Grits," 10 June 2019 Thinly sliced chicken, light coconut milk broth and hints of lemon and lime served with rice made for a light and refreshing dish. Nancy Ngo, Twin Cities, "Homemade noodles are just one change at newly reopened Taste of Thailand," 5 June 2019 Using the same pan as the veggies, add the red wine/chicken broth and bring to a boil. Krystyna Chávez, Marie Claire, "9 Easy Kentucky Derby Recipe Ideas You Can Whip Up In No Time," 3 May 2019 Add broth and then broccoli and toss to combine, then bring to a simmer. Woman's Day Kitchen, Woman's Day, "Rigatoni with Chicken and Broccoli Bolognese," 29 Apr. 2019 To 6- to 7-quart slow-cooker bowl, add chicken, broth, celery, carrots, peppers, onion, garlic, cumin, coriander, beans and 1/2 teaspoon salt. The Good Housekeeping Test Kitchen, Good Housekeeping, "Slow-Cooker Tex-Mex Chicken Soup," 1 Feb. 2016 Our clients supplement their meal plans with one cup of chicken or beef broth a day for ultimate healing and repair. Alexandra Tunell, Harper's BAZAAR, "10 Easy Ways to Detox," 15 Jan. 2015

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First Known Use of broth

before the 12th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

History and Etymology for broth

Middle English, from Old English; akin to Old High German brod broth, Old English brēowan to brew — more at brew

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broth

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English Language Learners Definition of broth

: liquid in which food (such as meat) has been cooked

broth

noun
\ ˈbrȯth How to pronounce broth (audio) \

Kids Definition of broth

: the liquid in which a meat, fish, or vegetable has been cooked

broth

noun
\ ˈbrȯth How to pronounce broth (audio) \
plural broths\ ˈbrȯths How to pronounce broths (audio) , ˈbrȯtÍŸhz How to pronounce broths (audio) \

Medical Definition of broth

1 : liquid in which meat or sometimes vegetable food has been cooked
2 : a fluid culture medium

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