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Verbs Related to Preparing Food Using Heat

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cook
1.
cook
Verb

to make food with heat

I love to cook scrambled eggs with cheese for breakfast.

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2.
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ver
cook
Verb

to cook food for too long or at too high a temperature, resulting in a loss of flavor, texture, or nutritional value

Be careful not to overcook the vegetables, as they will become mushy.

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bake
3.
bake
Verb

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.

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fry
4.
fry
Verb

to cook in hot oil or fat

He decided to fry the shrimp for the pasta dish.

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grill
5.
grill
Noun

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

He placed the steaks on the grill over the campfire.

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roast
6.
roast
Verb

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.

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toast
7.
toast
Noun

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.

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stew
8.
stew
Noun

a dish of vegetables or meat cooked at a low temperature in liquid in a closed container

She simmered a hearty beef stew on the stove, filling the kitchen with mouthwatering aromas.

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brown
9.
brown
Adjective

having the color of chocolate ice cream

The table was made of rich, brown wood.

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microwave
10.
mic
ro
wave
Noun

a kitchen appliance that uses electricity to quickly heat or cook food

She quickly heated up leftovers in the microwave for a quick lunch before heading back to work.

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ra
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lize
Verb

to heat sugar or other foods until it becomes a golden brown color and develops a rich flavor and aroma

The chef decided to caramelize the onions for a sweet and savory flavor in the dish.

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braise
12.
braise
Verb

to cook food at a low temperature with a small amount of liquid in a closed container

Braise the beef in a covered pot with red wine and broth until it's tender.

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saute
13.
sau
te
Verb

to quickly fry food in a small amount of hot oil

Saute the onions and garlic in olive oil until they are soft and fragrant.

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crisp
14.
crisp
Adjective

having a refreshing, brisk coldness in the air

The morning air was crisp, making her breath visible as she walked.

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stir-fry
15.
stir
fry
Noun

a dish prepared by quickly cooking ingredients in a hot pan while constantly stirring

She made a delicious vegetable stir-fry for dinner.

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barbecue
16.
bar
be
cue
Noun

a frame made of metal on which food is cooked over a fire

They set up the barbecue in the backyard to grill burgers and hot dogs.

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broil
17.
broil
Verb

to cook food, especially meat or fish, under or over direct heat

Broil the salmon fillets in the oven until they are golden and crispy on top.

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