cooking terms

4. to beat quickly and vigourously to incorperate air into a mixture, making it light and fluffy.
6. using water to measure out the right amount of fat. uses negative space. (2wds).
9. to break or tear off small layers of food with a fork.
10. to cut into small, fine pieces. (3wds).
14. to use a pastry brush to coat a food with a liquid, such as an egg wash.
17. used to gently mix a light, fluffy mixture with a heavier one.
18. to divide food into equal pieces.
21. to cut food into smaller pieces by pressing and rubbing the food against a grater. (3wds).
24. to pack the material into a measuring cup and level off the top. (3wds).
26. measuring method used on sticks of butter. the wrapper is usually divided into tablespoons. (2wds).
27. to put small pieces of food, such as butter, on the surface of another food.
28. to pour liquid over a food as it cooks, using a baster or a spoon.
29. to pulverize food into crumbs.

1. to cut food into large, thin pieces.
2. to mix with a spoon or a wire whisk.
3. to cut food into small pieces with kitchen shears.
5. to crush food into a smooth mixture.
7. to beat foods like shortening and sugar until soft.
8. to cut a food, such as almonds, into very thin strips.
11. to coat food heavily with flour, bread crumbs, or cornmeal.
12. to cut into cubes. (3wds).
13. to coat a food, such as chicken or fish, with flour.
15. to mash cooked fruits or vegetables until smooth.
16. to use a grinder to make course particles, such as coffee beans.
19. to cut off a thin layer of peel
20. to coat a food with different layers to create a breading, like chicken strips.
22. to make straight, shallow cuts within food.
23. to lightly sprinkle a food with flour or confectioner's sugar.
25. to tumble salad greens and dressing with tongs.
28. to mix thoroughly and add air to foods.