variants also pattie
as in cake
a small usually rounded mass of minced food that has been fried the enticing aroma of sausage patties sizzling in the skillet

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Recent Examples of patty In addition to a crispy crust, the patties provide the perfect guide for cutting the casserole into portions. Kelly Brant, arkansasonline.com, 7 Jan. 2025 The paper-thin patties and pillowy buns have swept the nation and are now being infused with Korean, Filipino, Indian, and Italian flavors, among many others. Emily Wilson, Bon Appétit, 16 Dec. 2024 These thick Angus patties are made from steak that’s aged 28 days, giving a depth of flavor to your burger that’ll put your local butcher to shame. Jeremy Repanich, Robb Report, 27 Jan. 2025 Pop a patty in the air-fryer or toaster oven in the morning and top with bacon and a fried egg for a quick, hearty breakfast. Claire Hoppe Norgaard, Better Homes & Gardens, 27 Jan. 2025 See All Example Sentences for patty

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“Patty.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/patty. Accessed 3 Mar. 2025.

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