parchment paper
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of parchment paper
First recorded in 1855–60
Example Sentences
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She says she lets the peppers sit at room temperature on a piece of parchment paper, turning them occasionally over a period of weeks.
From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 14, 2024
Line baking pan with parchment paper then fill with granola mix.
From Salon • Jan. 24, 2024
Spray a rimmed baking sheet with nonstick cooking spray, or coat it lightly with oil, or line it with parchment paper.
From Washington Times • Dec. 20, 2023
Claire Trageser: Linda pulls the folder out and the first thing she notices is the swirling cursive on parchment paper.
From Scientific American • Oct. 5, 2023
Constantine snatched the burning roll of parchment paper, quickly dipped it in the bucket of water.
From "The Help" by Kathryn Stockett
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