Nutrition/Wellness

1. to put a small piece of food on a surface of another food
3. Often applies to food that is cooking. Mix with a spoon or wire whisk in a circular motion.
6. to cut a food such as almonds, into very thin strips
8. to add flavor to a food by soaking it in a cold, seasoned liquid. The liquid is usually discarded.
9. to coat food heavily with flour, bread crumbs, or cornmeal
10. to mix ingredients, such as salad greens and dressing, by tumbling them with tongs or a large spoon and fork
11. to leave an opening in a container so steam can escape during cooking.
12. to cut off a very thin layer of peel with a paring knife
14. to use a grinder to break up a food into coarse, medium, or fine particles.

1. to separate water from solid food, such as vegetables or cooked pasta, by putting the food in a colander or strainer.
2. to separate water from solid food, such as vegetables or cooked pasta, by putting the food in a colander or strainer.
4. boil a mixture in order to evaporate the liquid and intensify the flavor. Also called “cooking down.”
5. a common method for measuring shortening.
6. to soak dry ingredients, such as tea or herbs in hot liquid to extract flavor or soften the texture.
7. to crush food into a smooth mixture with a masher or beater
9. to lightly sprinkle a food with flour or confectioners’ sugar.
13. combining two or more ingredients thoroughly so they blend.