Preparing Food

to cook food, usually in an oven, without any extra fat or liquid

Bake the cookies at 350°F for 10-12 minutes until golden brown.

to cook food in very hot water

I boil eggs for breakfast every morning.

a flat metal structure used for cooking food over an open fire

He placed the steaks on the grill over the campfire.

to cook in hot oil or fat

He decided to fry the shrimp for the pasta dish.

to cook something, especially meat, over a fire or in an oven for an extended period

Roast the turkey in the oven at 350° F for several hours until it's golden brown and juicy.

to combine different substances together

The chef blended various spices to create a flavorful sauce.

to cut something into pieces using a knife, etc.

She chops vegetables for the stir-fry every evening.

a small cut of a larger portion such as a piece of cake, pizza, etc.

She took a slice of bread and spread some butter on it.

a small cube used in games of chance with six sides each having one to six spots representing numbers

to remove the skin or outer layer of something, such as fruit, etc.

Peel the banana before eating it.

to cut food into small pieces or shreds using a tool with sharp holes

Grate the cheese for the pizza using a cheese grater.

to cut something into very small pieces

To make coleslaw, you need to shred the cabbage finely.

to crush food into a soft mass

She mashed the boiled potatoes with a fork to make creamy mashed potatoes for dinner.

to soak food in a seasoned liquid, typically containing oil, vinegar, herbs, and spices, to enhance its flavor and softness before cooking

She marinates the chicken in a mixture of lemon juice, garlic, and herbs for several hours before grilling it.

a period of time that a year is divided into, such as winter and summer, with each having three months

During the spring season, my son enjoys swimming in the pool.

to combine two or more distinct substances or elements to form a unified whole

The chef carefully mixed the ingredients to create a flavorful sauce.

to become hard or turn to ice because of reaching or going below 0° Celsius

As the temperature dropped overnight, the water in the pond began to freeze.

a slice of bread that is brown on both sides because it has been heated

He eats his scrambled eggs with a side of toast.

to divide a thing into smaller pieces using a sharp object

I cut the paper with scissors to make a snowflake.

the specific taste that a type of food or drink has

He loves the tangy flavor of pickles.