Cooking Terms

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Bake

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To cook food using dry heat in an oven.

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Boil

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To cook food in hot liquid that is bubbling and steaming.

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Chop

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To cut food into small, irregular pieces.

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Dice

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To cut food into small, even cubes.

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Mix

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To combine two or more ingredients together.

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Preheat

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To heat the oven to the correct temperature before cooking.

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Sauté

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To cook food quickly in a small amount of oil or butter.

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Season

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To add spices, herbs, or other flavorings to food.

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Simmer

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To cook food gently in liquid just below boiling.

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Whisk

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To beat ingredients together quickly using a whisk to add air.