How to Use filling in a Sentence

filling

noun
  • The earlier the visit, the less the drilling and the smaller the filling.
    Samer Zaky, Discover Magazine, 10 May 2024
  • The tartness of the creamy filling helped to balance out the rich sweetness of the dough.
    Esther Carlstone, Parents, 12 Sep. 2023
  • The pie stuffed with a stew-like filling of spinach, leeks, and hunks of cheese is a must.
    Caroline Shin, Bon Appétit, 13 Oct. 2023
  • Cookie and Amby are very much filling in the body of the song.
    Jonathan Cohen, SPIN, 25 Oct. 2023
  • Cook the filling on the stovetop in a skillet and top with the biscuit dough.
    Katlyn Moncada, Better Homes & Gardens, 8 Jan. 2024
  • That was in 2009, and the pies haven’t stopped, although the fillings change every year.
    Nina Mesfin, The New Yorker, 4 Dec. 2023
  • Use this pie crust recipe as the base for cream fillings, ice cream pies, and more.
    Bhg Test Kitchen, Better Homes & Gardens, 25 Aug. 2023
  • Place about 2 tablespoons of the filling in the middle of the masa.
    Pati Jinich, Washington Post, 13 Dec. 2022
  • Fold the pastry up and over the filling, pleating the pastry to fit.
    Sarah Martens, Better Homes & Gardens, 14 Feb. 2024
  • Form the tart: Pour the cooled filling in the center of the dough round, leaving a 1-inch border.
    The View, ABC News, 22 Nov. 2023
  • Prepare the filling: Toss the rhubarb cubes with sugar and flour.
    David Tanis, San Diego Union-Tribune, 27 Mar. 2024
  • The taquitos are sold in quantities of three to 12 and customers can mix and match the fillings.
    Pam Kragen, San Diego Union-Tribune, 13 Oct. 2023
  • The crunchy texture adds contrast to the juicy filling.
    Sarah Martens, Better Homes & Gardens, 24 Oct. 2022
  • Place a ball of pineapple jam in the center of the disk and gently fold up the sides of the dough to seal the filling within.
    Yi Jun Loh, Saveur, 8 Feb. 2024
  • Blind-baking helps set and crisp up the crust before the filling goes in.
    Southern Living Test Kitchen, Southern Living, 3 May 2024
  • Since the rolls are filled, wrapped, then fried, both the filling and the shell get an extra shot of richness.
    Karla Walsh, Better Homes & Gardens, 12 Apr. 2024
  • Remove the crust from the freezer and pour the filling into crust.
    Robin Miller, The Arizona Republic, 19 July 2024
  • Crushed lemon drop candies in the filling sweeten the deal.
    Karla Walsh, Better Homes & Gardens, 19 Oct. 2022
  • Season the filling with salt and black pepper to taste.
    Robin Miller, The Arizona Republic, 3 May 2024
  • Then fold the other two sides tightly over the filling.
    cleveland, 31 Jan. 2023
  • The bars are on the softer side but deliver a great filling bite.
    Good Housekeeping, 29 Mar. 2023
  • Roll up with filling, and proceed with the recipe as written.
    Southern Living Test Kitchen, Southern Living, 18 Oct. 2023
  • The dough is then wrapped around the filling, fitted into the mold, and steamed for about 20 minutes.
    Kate Kassin, Bon Appétit, 18 Aug. 2022
  • In fact, Kreis says, that’s the best way to make sure the filling re-fluffs without getting too clumpy.
    Sara Coughlin, SELF, 21 Oct. 2024
  • With a flakey crust and hearty filling, this meat pie is a no-brainer for the colder months ahead.
    Kelsey Mulvey, Sunset Magazine, 29 Dec. 2023
  • But then, your guests might use your home as a filling station.
    Nicholas Ivor Martin and Jacobina Martin, oregonlive, 28 July 2023
  • The best part is that the apple filling caramelizes on the bottom of the pan to create a sticky bun-like texture.
    Nicole Hopper, Southern Living, 1 Oct. 2024
  • The walls should be thin and delicate yet sturdy enough to hold the filling.
    Jenn Harriscolumnist, Los Angeles Times, 29 Aug. 2022
  • For the filling, a creamy and smoky sauce combines with cooked chicken, black beans, scallions, and rice.
    Patricia Shannon, Southern Living, 27 Oct. 2024
  • In a large bowl combine the cake mix, pie filling, and eggs, stirring to break up apple slices.
    Sarah Martens, Better Homes & Gardens, 25 Oct. 2024

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