How to Use half-and-half in a Sentence

half-and-half

noun
  • Two sugars and a splash of half-and-half.
    — Dianna Russini, New York Times, 28 Sep. 2025
  • Heavy cream can be replaced with half-and-half.
    — The Washington Post, San Diego Union-Tribune, 14 Jan. 2026
  • Some versions add cream or half-and-half, fruit juices or lime wedges.
    — Samantha Agate, Sacbee.com, 10 Apr. 2026
  • Make sure the milk cream, or half-and-half (or liquid of choice) is warm.
    — Susan Selasky, Detroit Free Press, 2 Nov. 2024
  • This Chai drink has half-and-half and white chocolate syrup.
    — Paige Moore, AZCentral.com, 31 Mar. 2026
  • Add half-and-half, 1/2 cup sugar and the salt.
    — Sarah Martens, Better Homes & Gardens, 23 June 2026
  • Eggs and half-and-half make a velvety custard for this pie.
    — Nellah Bailey McGough, Southern Living, 20 Feb. 2026
  • This cheesy bake tops grits with creamy half-and-half and bacon custard.
    — Lisa Cericola, Southern Living, 21 Feb. 2024
  • In a large bowl, whisk the eggs, half-and-half, cinnamon, and salt.
    — Susan Selasky, Detroit Free Press, 23 Dec. 2024
  • Much like frogs, who live a life of half-and-half, these fish are amphibious.
    — Sofia Quaglia, Discover Magazine, 9 May 2023
  • Bring this mixture to a simmer, stir in half-and-half, then turn the heat to low.
    — Karla Walsh, Better Homes & Gardens, 1 Nov. 2025
  • Whisk together half-and-half and egg yolks in a medium bowl.
    — Kimberly Holland, Southern Living, 23 Dec. 2025
  • Add half-and-half and return to a gentle simmer.
    — Stephanie Ganz, Southern Living, 9 Dec. 2025
  • Which is all well and good—except that my fridge rarely has heavy cream, half-and-half, or whole milk.
    — Emma Laperruque, Bon Appétit, 24 Jan. 2024
  • Dan Quinn likes a large coffee with a little half-and-half.
    — Dianna Russini, New York Times, 28 Sep. 2025
  • Whisk in egg and egg yolks; gradually whisk in half-and-half.
    — Liv Dansky, Southern Living, 8 Dec. 2024
  • Stir in half-and-half and cook over medium heat until heated through.
    — Bethany Thayer, Detroit Free Press, 16 Mar. 2024
  • Stir in the pesto and half-and-half until the gnocchi are evenly sauced.
    — Paul Stephen, San Antonio Express-News, 19 Feb. 2026
  • If a thinner soup is desired, stir in a little more milk or half-and-half.
    — Bhg Test Kitchen, Better Homes & Gardens, 1 Aug. 2023
  • Russet potatoes give the dish body, while half-and-half adds richness.
    — Southern Living Editors, Southern Living, 31 Jan. 2024
  • Turn off the heat and add the cold half-and-half into the mix, which should help stop the cooking.
    — Caroline C. Boyle, USA Today, 23 Dec. 2025
  • Add half-and-half and stir just enough for dough to come together (do not overwork).
    — Joseph Lee, Country Living, 8 Sep. 2023
  • Stir in warm half-and-half, kosher salt, garlic powder, and 1/2 tsp.
    — Marianne Williams, Southern Living, 26 Nov. 2025
  • Combine half-and-half, sugar, extract, and a pinch of salt in the quart-sized bag.
    — Rachelle Doorley, Parents, 16 Aug. 2023
  • Start by sprinkling the sugar over your snow in the bowl, then add vanilla and half-and-half.
    — Sheena Chihak, Better Homes & Gardens, 12 Jan. 2024
  • Whisk together half-and-half, maple syrup, salt, pepper, and eggs in a large bowl.
    — Kimberly Holland, Southern Living, 2 May 2026
  • Go one way or the other, or maybe do a half-and-half situation.
    — Washington Post, 18 Jan. 2024
  • The mead replaces the stout or lager in the traditional half-and-half recipe.
    — Brady MacDonald, Oc Register, 25 June 2025
  • Blend or whisk the eggs, half-and-half and salt together until no streaks remain.
    — The New York Times News Service Syndicate, The Denver Post, 1 Jan. 2025
  • Do not substitute with half-and-half or whole milk as your ganache will not set properly.
    — Patricia S York, Southern Living, 1 Aug. 2023

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