cooking terms

cooking terms

1. sift- put a fine, loose, or powdery substance through a sieve so as to remove lumps or large particles

2. grease- To rub shortening, fat, or oil, on the cooking surface of bake-ware. Use waxed paper or paper towel to spread a thin, even layer.

3. marinate- To soak in a seasoned liquid, called a marinade, to add flavor and/or to tenderize.

4. beat- To mix with an over-and-over motion, using a spoon, rotary, or electric beater.

5. blend- To combine thoroughly two or more ingredients.

6. combine- To mix together, usually by stirring, two or more ingredients.

7. cream-To soften and blend until smooth and light by mixing with a spoon or an electric mixer.

8. knead- To work dough by folding, pressing, and turning, until it is smooth and elastic. Place dough on a floured board, fold it in half, and press firmly with the heels of your hands. Turn the dough about a quarter turn, and repeat the folding and pressing.

9. mix-To combine two or more ingredients, usually by stirring.

10. stir- To mix with a circular motion of a spoon or other utensil.

11. whip-To beat rapidly with a rotary beater, an electric mixer, or wire whisk; to incorporate air and make light and fluffy, as whipped cream or egg white

12. chop-To cut into small pieces

13. core- To remove the core of a fruit with a corer or paring knife

14. cube-To remove the core of a fruit with a corer or paring knife

15. mash- To remove the core of a fruit with a corer or paring knife