Terms and Safety

4. the separate water from solid food
5. and dice- both terms are cutting food into small square pieces
8. to cut food such as almonds into very thin strips
10. to pulverize food into crumbs powder or paste with a rolling pin blender of food processer
12. and mince – chopping is to cut food into small irregular pieces. Mince is to chop finely
13. to cut food pieces into small pieces with kitchen shear
14. -to break of tear off small layers of food
17. to boil a mixture in order to evaporate the liquid and intensify the flavor
18. to add flavor to food by soaking it in a cold seasoned liquid
19. to soak dry ingredients in a hot liquid to extract flavor or soften the texture
20. cute off a very thin layer of peel with a paring knife
22. to shape a food by hand or placing it in a decorative mold
23. to heat liquid to just below the boiling point
26. to separate solid particles from a liquid

1. to leave an opening in a container so steam can escape during cooking
2. the grind of mash food into a smooth mixture with a masher or beater
3. to mix thoroughly and add air to foods
6. to remove a stone or seed from fruit using a sharp knife
7. to crush food into a smooth mixture with a masher or beater
8. to cut food into large thin pieces
9. to divide a food into four equal pieces
10. to beat ingredients until soft and creamy
11. to gently mix a light mixture into a heavier one
12. to remove the center of a fruit
15. mix with a spoon or wire whisk in a circular motion
16. or shred- to cut food into smaller pieces or shreds by pressing and rubbing against a grater
19. to add flavorings such as herbs and spices to the food
21. to remove the tough outer coating of food
24. loosening the flavorful food particles after the food has been cooked
25. to use a grinder to break up a food into course medium or fine particles