1. COOKING TERMS

2. Cooking Term Definitions
Chop
To cut into small pieces.
Cream
To work sugar and fat together until the mixture is soft and fluffy.

3. Cooking Term Definitions
Cut-in
To cut fat into flour with a pastry blender or two knives.
Fold-in
To mix ingredients by gently turning one part over another.

4. Cooking Term Definitions
Grate
To finely divide food in various sizes by rubbing it on surfaces with sharp projections.
Knead
To work dough to further mix the ingredients and develop the gluten.

5. Cooking Term Definitions
Peel
To remove or strip off the skin or rind of some fruits and vegetables.
Sauté
To brown or cook foods with a small amount of fat using low to medium heat.

6. Cooking Term Definitions
Simmer
To cook just below the boiling point
Whip
To beat rapidly to introduce air bubbles into food.

7. Cooking Term Definitions
Stir
To mix ingredients using a circular motion until well-blended.
Grease
To spread a thin layer of shortening or oil on a baking pan.

8. Cooking Term Definitions
Core
To remove the center of a fruit.
Yield
The number of servings that are generated by a particular recipe.

9. Cooking Term Definitions
Mince
To cut or chop food as finely as possible.