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Definition of Al dente
1. Adjective. Of pasta cooked so as to be firm when eaten.
Definition of Al dente
1. Adjective. (context: of pasta) firm (used of pasta which is cooked just right) ¹
¹ Source: wiktionary.com
Lexicographical Neighbors of Al Dente
Literary usage of Al dente
Below you will find example usage of this term as found in modern and/or classical literature:
1. Montreal by Ulysses Travel Guides Staff (2004)
"Monkland •0486-4343 Well established on Monkland Avenue for many years, al dente
is a popular and friendly ltalian eatery. ..."
2. Wild Winds: Adventures in the Highest Andes by Ed Darack (2001)
"Tom handed me a small Sierra cup, well crusted with old food bits and stained
with something that looked like dried blood. “al dente, huh. Really al dente ..."
3. Quebec by Francois Remillard (2003)
"On a hot summer day, the large windows in the front and the few tables on the
gallery are great places to pass the time. al dente $$ У) rue ..."
4. Gloucester Fishermen's Wives Cookbook by Susan Pollack (2005)
"Simmer until the lentils are soft. To cook pasta, add 1-2 cups hot water.
Add pasta and cook until al dente. CAULIFLOWER SOUP SERVES 4-6 I cauliflower head ..."
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