Kitchen terms

Front

Beat rapidly to introduce air bubbles into food.

Back

Whip

Front

Back

broil

Front

Mix ingredients by gently turning one part over another with a spatula.

Back

fold in

Front

Cut into very small cubes

Back

dice

Front

Cook below the boiling point, bubbles form slowly and break on the surface.

Back

simmer

Front

Roast meat slowly on a spit rack or rack over heat-basting frequently with a seasoned sauce.

Back

barbecue

Front

Bake, dry, or toast a food until the surface is brown.

Back

Brown

Front

Bake, dry, or toast a food until the surface is brown.

Back

Brown

Front

Coat food with butter, margarine, or egg-using a small brush

Back

baste

Front

Cut fat into flour with two knives, or a pastry blender, until small particles are distributed throughout.

Back

cut-in