Action Baking Words

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Cream

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to combine sugar and fat until smooth. Often the first step in cookies.

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Mix

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to combine ingredients in a way that causes an even distribution of ingredients

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Grease

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to coat a pan with a thin layer of fat so food does not stick

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Fold-in

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to gently lift and turn over food with your wrist

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Beat

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to add air into a mixture while making it smooth

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Whisk

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to stir with a light rapid motion

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Cut-in

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to combine flour and fat until small pieces are formed

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Knead

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to activate yeast by working dough with your hands

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Preheat

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to heat the oven to temperature before use

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Bake

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to cook in an oven with a slow, even heat