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yolks

  • plural
    of yolk.
    yolk
    noun
    the yellow and principal substance of an egg, as distinguished from the white.

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But if you’re a dipping sauce kind of person, mix the leftover egg yolks with 1 cup of oil, lemon juice, grated garlic and some salt and pepper to make an aioli.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 4, 2026

And it all started with mayonnaise and egg yolks in his mom’s kitchen.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 1, 2026

You want pieces with edges, whites and yolks distinct, something that reads as intentional when spooned onto bread.

From Salon ● Apr. 14, 2026

To that, add your reserved hard-boiled yolks, blended in until the mixture thickens and turns almost custard-like.

From Salon ● Apr. 14, 2026

Some of the eggs are huge and extra deli- cious, with two yolks.

From "The Queen of Water" by Laura Resau

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