spoonful

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Whisk it with red wine vinegar or lemon juice, add a spoonful of Dijon mustard, and suddenly your everyday vinaigrette tastes layered and complex.

From Salon • Jun. 11, 2026

Chipotles in adobo bring smoke, spice and richness in a single spoonful.

From Salon • May 19, 2026

A spoonful of finely chopped chipotles in adobo follows, along with black beans and fire-roasted corn, available in the freezer section of the supermarket.

From Salon • May 19, 2026

Then came the spices: oregano, cumin, cayenne, garlic powder, onion powder, red pepper flakes and a spoonful of harissa for smoky heat.

From Salon • May 12, 2026

I reach for another spoonful of rice and Miss Fulton doesn’t even notice.

From "Finding Langston" by Lesa Cline-Ransome