Level means flat and even. To check for correct measurement at “eye level” for liquids or to scrape to level using a straight-edge spatula for dry and solid ingredients. Which picture is an example of level?

A pich is less than 1/8 tsp. or the amount of an ingredient that can be held between the thumb and forefinger.Which picture is an example of pinch?

Chop is to cut food into small, uneven pieces.

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Mince is to cut food into very fine, uneven pieces.

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Cube is to cut food into small, equal-size squares about ½ inch in size.

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Dice is to to cut food into small, equal-size squares about ¼ to 1/8” in size.

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Grate is to reduce food into small pieces by pressing and rubbing it against the “teeth” of a grater.

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To shred is to cut or break food into long, thin strips by using a knife, fork, or grater.

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To peel is to remove the outer layer/skin, by stripping or pulling off with your fingers or a knife.

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To pare is to remove the stem and the very thin layer of peel of a fruit or vegetable with a paring knife or vegetable peeler.

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To score is to make small, straight, shallow cuts with a slicing knife in the surface of a food; often done to tenderize meat or to let juices soak in.

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To slice is to cut food into large, thick or thin flat pieces with a slicing knife; use a sawing motion while gently pressing the knife down.

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To baste is to pour or spoon pan juices, melted fat, or sauces over the surface of a food during cooking, using a baster, cup, or spoon to keep the food moist and add flavor

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To grease is to rub fat on the surface of a food or a cooking utensil.

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Freeze is to lower a food’s temperature to freezing (32°F or below).

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Defrost/thaw is to expose to warmth in order to free from a frozen state.

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Melt is to change food from a solid to a liquid by applying heat.

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Dissolve is to To cause a solid food to turn into or become part of a liquid.

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To drain is to remove liquid from a solid food by pouring off the liquid, putting the food through a colander, or drying with paper towels.

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To strain is to separate solid from liquid materials by pouring the mixture through a strainer or sieve

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To dust is to lightly sprinkle the surface of a food with crumbs/flour/sugar

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To flour is to sprinkle or coat a food with flour.

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To marinate is to soak food in a cold, seasoned liquid, usually containing an acid, in order to add flavor to or tenderize the food.

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To season is to increase the flavor of a food by adding herbs, spices, or other ingredients; to prepare a cooking utensil for cooking (EX. Cast iron skillet)

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To vent is to leave an opening in the covering of a food through which steam can escape.

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To soak is to immerse food in a liquid for the purpose of wetting, softening, dissolving, or cleaning

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To tenderize is to make something easy to chew by applying a process or a substance that breaks down connective tissue or fiber.

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