____________ to press and fold a ball of dough with the heels of your hands.

_____________to cut into long, thin strips using a knife.

_______________ to grind or mash food until it becomes smooth and liquid.

____________ to beat sugar and a solid fat together until smooth and fluffy.

______________ to crush into very tiny bits by putting food through a grinder

_____________ to brown or cook lightly and quickly in a small amount of hot fat.

______________ to cut into very small pieces.

___________ to moisten food during baking or roasting with fat, juice, or sauce. Adds flavor and keeps items moist.

_______ to cook in liquid that is almost boiling.

______________ to cook gently in enough hot liquid so that the food floats.