bouillon cube
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of bouillon cube
First recorded in 1930–35
Example Sentences
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Broth: I have a favorite bouillon cube that I use in place of liquid broth for this recipe called Not Chicken by Edward & Sons.
From Salon ● Nov. 30, 2023
If you've never tasted it, imagine if a bouillon cube was a spread.
From Salon ● Sep. 26, 2023
If you don’t use the bouillon cube, add 1/2 teaspoon fine sea salt to the spice mix.
From Washington Post ● Sep. 30, 2021
Talk about umami: This silky-textured madness tasted like a bouillon cube ate some blue cheese.
From Seattle Times ● Aug. 10, 2019
“Drop a bouillon cube in that cup, will you, dear? The doctor says it’ll build your father up.”
From "East of Eden" by John Steinbeck
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