Cooking Terminology Quiz

What does the term "Bake" mean in cooking?

• To fry in oil

• To cook in the oven

• To boil in water

• To steam with heat

What is the meaning of "Baste" in cooking?

• To chop vegetables

• To pour or brush liquid over food while it cooks

• To grill on a barbecue

• To freeze for preservation

How would you define "Beat" in cooking terms?

• To slice into thin pieces

• To make mixture smooth by mixing fast with beater or spoon

• To simmer on low heat

• To roast in an oven

What does it mean to "blend" ingredients?

• To cook until liquid is so hot it bubbles a lot

• To mix the ingredients until smooth and uniform

• To cook directly over coals or under heat in broiler

• To place in the refrigerator to lower temperature

What is the definition of "boil" in cooking?

• To mix the ingredients until smooth and uniform

• To cook directly over coals or under heat in broiler

• To cook until liquid is so hot it bubbles a lot

• To place in the refrigerator to lower temperature

How do you "broil" food?

• To cook directly over coals or under heat in broiler

• To mix the ingredients until smooth and uniform

• To cook until liquid is so hot it bubbles a lot

• To place in the refrigerator to lower temperature

What does "chill" mean in cooking terms?

• To cook until liquid is so hot it bubbles a lot

• To mix the ingredients until smooth and uniform

• To place in the refrigerator to lower temperature

• To cook directly over coals or under heat in broiler

What does the term "Combine" mean in cooking?

• To cut food into small pieces

• To mix ingredients

• To bake at a high temperature

• To freeze ingredients

What is the meaning of "Cream" in cooking?

• To add sugar

• To boil until thick

• To beat until smooth, soft, and fluffy

• To fry until golden

What does "Cube" mean in cooking?

• To slice thinly

• To cut food into pieces with 6 sides that are usually larger than 1/4 inch thick

• To blend until smooth

• To roast until tender