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noun a type of food in the form of long, thin strips made from dough, typically served in soups or with sauce

• The chef prepared a delicious noodle dish with fresh vegetables and a savory broth.
• I'm craving some noodle soup for dinner tonight.
• Let's grab some noodles and chill at my place.
• His mind was a tangled noodle of thoughts, making it hard to focus.

noun a starchy plant tuber which is one of the most important food crops, cooked and eaten as a vegetable

adjective used to describe something related to or resembling a potato

• The potato is a versatile and nutritious vegetable that can be prepared in many different ways.
• I love making mashed potatoes with lots of butter and cream.
• Let's go grab some spuds and make some fries.
• She's a couch potato, always lounging around and watching TV.

noun a cereal plant that is the most important kind grown in temperate countries, the grain of which is ground to make flour for bread, pasta, pastry, etc.

• The farmer planted a large field of wheat this year to ensure a good harvest.
• I love the smell of freshly baked bread made from wheat flour.
• Let's grab a slice of pizza with extra wheat crust.
• His mind was like a fertile field, ready to sow the seeds of knowledge like wheat.

noun a type of short-grain rice primarily used in risotto dishes

• Arborio rice is a type of short-grain rice commonly used in risotto dishes.
• I love cooking with arborio rice because it makes my risotto so creamy and delicious.
• I'm gonna whip up some risotto with arborio rice for dinner tonight.
• Using arborio rice in my cooking is like adding a touch of luxury to every meal.