How to Use nutty in a Sentence

nutty

adjective
  • How and why is the nutty part, and Wan does not skimp on the gross-out gore.
    Bill Goodykoontz, The Arizona Republic, 8 Oct. 2021
  • But the flavor of the nutty, savory corn is the selling point for me.
    Alex Beggs, Bon Appétit, 21 Mar. 2022
  • Fresh tofu skin sheets are silky, nutty, and creamy with a firm bite.
    Jessie Yuchen, Bon Appétit, 27 Jan. 2022
  • About the squash:: Butternut has a sweet, nutty taste like that of a pumpkin.
    Paris Wolfe, cleveland, 3 Nov. 2022
  • The flavor is delightfully nutty thanks to a scoop of whole wheat flour in the mix.
    Karla Walsh, Better Homes & Gardens, 30 Aug. 2021
  • Fall flavors of pumpkin and spice with the nutty crunch of oatmeal—yum.
    Sabrina Weiss, PEOPLE.com, 20 Sep. 2021
  • It’s been said time and again that cicadas have a nutty flavor.
    Cheryl V. Jackson, The Indianapolis Star, 8 June 2021
  • Deglet Noor is a less sweet date and has a nice nutty flavor.
    Los Angeles Times, 7 Oct. 2021
  • The parmesan is sharp and nutty and the mozzarella is buttery and gooey.
    Robin Miller, The Arizona Republic, 7 Oct. 2022
  • To me, the golden foam on the cold brew had the strongest olive oil taste — nutty and sweet and surprising, as promised.
    Danielle Wiener-Bronner, CNN, 21 Feb. 2023
  • Brown rice flour is made from whole grain rice and will have a slightly nutty flavor.
    Katlyn Moncada, Better Homes & Gardens, 31 May 2022
  • Hemp seed oil has a very rich, nutty flavor and dark green color.
    Bon Appétit, 15 Feb. 2022
  • The wine balances the delicate, nutty, earthy and floral flavor of the cheese.
    Joanne Kempinger Demski, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel, 26 Apr. 2022
  • The butter can quickly go from nutty and light amber to burnt.
    Kelly Brant, Arkansas Online, 20 Oct. 2021
  • The orejas are outstanding, crunchy and with a nutty aroma, and almost took the top spot.
    Paul Stephen, San Antonio Express-News, 20 July 2022
  • Whipping up this sweet and nutty treat will only take 15 minutes out of your day.
    People Staff, Peoplemag, 17 Oct. 2022
  • The nutty, hard cheese wisps prove a prelude, like bubbles to Champagne, of the complex depth hidden.
    Louisa Chu, Chicago Tribune, 12 Sep. 2022
  • The triple impact of sesame—tahini, sesame seeds, and sesame oil—adds nutty depth to a dessert that can otherwise lean a bit too sweet.
    The Bon Appétit Staff & Contributors, Bon Appétit, 5 Aug. 2022
  • The baked cheese dip involves whipping a mixture of cream cheese and Parmesan, which helps balance the tangy taste of the goat cheese with a smooth, nutty bite.
    Katlyn Moncada, Better Homes & Gardens, 20 Sep. 2022
  • The oil in a vinaigrette can be neutral, such as grapeseed, or nutty, such as walnut.
    Washington Post, 23 Mar. 2022
  • These small, gluten-free, nutty cookies are warmly spiced but not spicy.
    Washington Post, 20 June 2021
  • The fresher the tofu, the more pronounced its nutty, mildly sweet, milky flavors are.
    Antara Sinha, Bon Appétit, 22 Jan. 2023
  • Noodles tossed in a sauce that’s both nutty and spicy is a personal favorite of mine.
    Washington Post, 9 May 2022
  • This step, which takes about 5 minutes, gives the mild-mannered couscous a nutty flavor and — as a bonus — fills the kitchen with fragrance, too.
    Washington Post, 12 July 2021
  • In a cast-iron skillet over medium heat, melt butter and cook until brown and nutty smelling.
    Gabrielle Eitienne, WSJ, 21 May 2021
  • Fruit that's been lightly spiced with chile powder, or nutty and dipped in chocolate?
    Nicole Hvidsten, Star Tribune, 16 July 2021
  • The interior becomes warm and creamy and has a nutty, earthy flavor, while the outside forms a toasty crust ($9 for two).
    BostonGlobe.com, 1 June 2021
  • One of the current flavors, hojicha, is a Japanese green tea with a nutty taste.
    Cristin Espinosa, Dallas News, 22 June 2021
  • The rest of the library could use more of the nutty exuberance of murals designed by Melinda Beck.
    New York Times, 4 July 2021
  • Different types of mushrooms have different flavor profiles, ranging from earthy and nutty notes to sweet and spicy flavors.
    Amber Smith, Discover Magazine, 2 Feb. 2023

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