crispened

adjective

Definition of crispenednext
as in crunchy

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for crispened
  1. crunchy
  2. crusty
  3. crispy
  4. short
  5. crackly
  6. crisp
  7. flaky
Adjective
  • Tingly Foods Sichuan Pepper Peanuts Red and green Sichuan peppercorns pack a prickly punch in this crunchy snack, perfect alongside a cold, crisp beer.
    Megan Zhang, Saveur, 13 Nov. 2024
  • On the far-left was the all-things-natural, crunchy granola types.
    Thomas G. Moukawsher, Newsweek, 5 Nov. 2024
Definition of crunchy
Adjective
  • And it is served with most of its traditional elements, including bread — made at a nearby Mexican bakery — that is crustier than a hamburger bun.
    New York Times, New York Times, 18 June 2024
  • Gooey melted cheese, crusty bread—what’s not to like about this traditional Argentine appetizer? Serves 2–4 Time 30 minutes American Appetizers Argentine Cheese Dairy Ingredients For the salsa criolla: ½ cup extra-virgin olive oil ¼ cup red wine vinegar 2 Tbsp.
    Ellen Fort, Saveur, 3 Oct. 2024
Definition of crusty
Adjective
  • And just like most items on this list, our readers are pairing it with a side of crispy hashbrowns.
    Symiah Dorsey, Southern Living, 3 Nov. 2024
  • Place the pan in the oven to bake uncovered for 35 to 40 minutes or until the potatoes are fork tender with a crispy crust.
    Robin Miller, The Arizona Republic, 1 Nov. 2024
Definition of crispy
Adjective
  • The tasteful memorial features a short labyrinth walkway that ends at the sculpture of a miner holding a pick-axe and a harp, one of Ireland’s national symbols.
    James Dziezynski, Outside Online, 10 Nov. 2024
  • His short fiction has appeared in a variety of national literary magazines and anthologies.
    Mary Ann Grossmann, Twin Cities, 10 Nov. 2024
Definition of short
Adjective
  • Imagine the best parts of a baguette and a bagel in one roll, with a light, crackly crust and an airy crumb structure that still delivers a chewy bite.
    Jenn Harris, Los Angeles Times, 25 Oct. 2024
  • The layers of sweet lump crab are stacked between crackly sheets of pastry, paired with a red pepper curry, and crowned with a flourish of microgreens.
    The Bon Appétit Staff & Contributors, Bon Appétit, 21 Oct. 2024
Definition of crackly
Adjective
  • Arrange pancetta or bacon in a single layer on a rimmed baking sheet and cook until crisp, 8 to 10 minutes for pancetta; 20 to 30 minutes for bacon.
    Kelly Brant, arkansasonline.com, 6 Nov. 2024
  • The car’s stance and crisp lines are relatively unchanged, but a new body kit gives it a touch more bite.
    Bryan Hood, Robb Report, 5 Nov. 2024
Definition of crisp
Adjective
  • The dish consists of sauteed rice, caramelized onions, tomato paste, cumin, cinnamon, and turmeric topped with white flaky fish.
    Paul Feinstein, Travel + Leisure, 5 Nov. 2024
  • There's nothing fancy in this recipe, just plenty of pecans and a flaky homemade crust.
    Lisa Cericola, Southern Living, 5 Nov. 2024
Definition of flaky
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