patties

Definition of pattiesnext
plural of patty
as in cakes
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 patties The hamburguesa aplastada, however, a fantastically fatty smash burger with two patties of dry-aged Prime beef and chorizo, began with a backyard burger and boyhood promise. Louisa Kung Liu Chu, Chicago Tribune, 28 Apr. 2026 The walkaround tasting will feature unlimited eats, from smash burgers — the trendy pancake-flat kind with cheese dribbling down a latticework of crispy edges — to classically juicy, skyscraper-thick patties, paired with snacks, liquor and desserts, Gonzalez says. Phillip Valys, Sun Sentinel, 28 Apr. 2026 The starchy goodness is the best possible accompaniment to the moist, meaty patties CJ's serves up. Katie Akin, Southern Living, 24 Apr. 2026 The chef deep-fries his mushroom patties in avocado oil after coating them with acorn flour. Sean Timberlake, Sacbee.com, 22 Apr. 2026 Instead of eating the premium patties, the couple stuffed the burgers into a large duffel, adding desserts snatched from the buffet, the blog added. Jessica Mekles, FOXNews.com, 17 Apr. 2026 Wendy's has never outdone McDonald's in size or sales, either, but since its start in 1969, the chain with the square patties and the shakes too thick to be called shakes has had as big an impact as any other on the ways fast food is defined and sold around the world. Bob Vitale, USA Today, 15 Apr. 2026 Cook burgers Place patties in the pan and do not move them. Li Goldstein, Bon Appetit Magazine, 14 Apr. 2026 The lettuce and onions are appropriately crunchy, the light mayo spread prevents sogginess and, most importantly, the quarter-pound patties are large and flavorful, with a noticeable taste of black pepper. Jacob Wilt, Memphis Commercial Appeal, 10 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for patties
Noun
  • Just off the lobby, Feuillage is the spot for teas, coffees and jewel-like cakes, from macarons filled with fresh raspberries and cream, to lemon tarts topped with a shimmer of gold leaf.
    Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 27 Apr. 2026
  • There’s a love and appreciation of Maryland that goes beyond crab cakes and football; this is a place rich in history, culture, and natural beauty.
    Lydia Mansel, Travel + Leisure, 27 Apr. 2026
Noun
  • My husband — who needed protein and calories but could consume only soft foods — was served chicken cutlets.
    Elisabeth Rosenthal, Miami Herald, 24 Apr. 2026
  • Cut across to separate the halves to form 4 cutlets.
    The Washington Post, San Diego Union-Tribune, 22 Apr. 2026
Noun
  • The daily happy hour menu also includes smaller bites under $10, like the $7 pibil croquettes and the $8 creamy ancho chile dip.
    Eva Remijan-Toba, Chicago Tribune, 27 Apr. 2026
  • Table service lunch ranges from lighter fare like swordfish ceviche to heartier options such as Ecuadorian Llapingacho potato croquettes, Galápagos carne colorada (marinated beef), or a whole roasted suckling pig.
    Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 23 Apr. 2026
Noun
  • This casual oceanfront eatery, which serves up everything from burgers and salads to conch fritters, is the most famous restaurant on the island and exceeds all the hype.
    Carley Rojas Avila, Travel + Leisure, 22 Apr. 2026
  • Sugar snap salad, cheesy green pea fritters, shrimp and pea pancakes, and more ways to load your spring dinner plan with all the peas.
    Hannah Lee Leidy, Bon Appetit Magazine, 11 Apr. 2026

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