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View synonyms for al dente
al dente
[ al den-tey, -tee; Italian ahl den-te ]
adjective
- (especially of pasta) cooked so as not to be too soft; firm to the bite:
spaghetti al dente.
al dente
/ al ˈdɛnte /
adjective
- (of a pasta dish) cooked so as to be firm when eaten
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Word History and Origins
Origin of al dente1
1945–50; Italian: literally, to the tooth
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Word History and Origins
Origin of al dente1
literally: to the tooth
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Example Sentences
This is key for keeping your PB&J al dente all day, an improved sandwich structure for zero sogginess and better pocket durability for the inevitable yard sale.
From Outside Online
Cook for 6-8 minutes; you want them al-dente, because they'll keep cooking in the hot soup.
From The Daily Beast
Add the spaghetti and cook for eight minutes, testing it regularly toward the end to ensure it remains al dente.
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The rich, tangy sauce is a perfect foil for the tender green stalks, which should be cooked until just al dente.
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