foods

1. to beat quickly and vigorously by hand, wire whisk, or mixer to incorporate air and to make a mixture light and fluffy
7. to roast slowly on a rack or spit over hot coals or some other direct heat source and baste with a spicy sauce
10. to rub fat on the surface of a food or cooking utensil
11. to lightly brown or cook food in a small amount of hot fat over moderate heat
12. to cook large pieces of meat or poultry slowly over low heat in a small amount of hot liquid in a tightly covered pan
13. to leave an opening in the cover of a food through which steam can escape

2. to remove the stem and the very thin layer of peel of a fruit or vegetable with a paring knife or peeler
3. to work a ball of dough with the heels of the hands repeating press, fold, and turn motions until the dough is smooth and elastic
4. to cut food into small, equal size squares about 1/2 inch in size
5. to combine flour and solid fat by cutting the fat into tiny pieces using a pastry blender, two forks or knives, or the hands
6. to turn an appliance or an oven to a desired temperature about 5-10 minutes before the food is to be placed in it
8. to pour or spoon pan juices, melted fat, or sauces over the surface of the food during cooking, using a baster, cup, or spoon, to keep the food moist and add flavor
9. to make small, straight, shallow cuts with a slicing knife in the surface of the food