Cooking Methods

noun a word that represents a person, place, thing, or idea

adjective a word that describes or modifies a noun

adverb a word that describes or modifies a verb, adjective, or another adverb

preposition a word that shows the relationship between a noun (or pronoun) and other words in a sentence

• It is important to follow the instructions precisely and not just do things any old way.
• Just throw the ingredients together any old way, it doesn't really matter.
• I don't care if you do it any old way, just get it done.
• She approached the problem from any old way she could think of, hoping for a solution.

verb to cook (food) by dry heat, typically in an oven

adjective having been cooked by baking

• The chef baked a delicious cake for the event.
• I baked some cookies for the party last night.
• Let's get baked and watch a movie tonight.
• His idea of success was baked into him from a young age.

noun a thin pancake typically filled with cheese or fruit and then rolled or folded

• The traditional Jewish dish of blintz is made with thin pancakes filled with cheese or fruit.
• I can't resist ordering a blintz whenever I go to that diner for breakfast.
• Let's grab some blintz at the corner deli, it's the best in town!
• Her words were like a sweet blintz, comforting and satisfying to the soul.

noun the process of preserving food by sealing it in containers and heating it to destroy bacteria

verb the act of preserving food by sealing it in containers and heating it to destroy bacteria

• The process of canning food involves sealing it in airtight containers to preserve it for long periods.
• My grandmother loves canning fruits and vegetables from her garden.
• I'm not a fan of canning, it's too much work for me.
• Canning our emotions and not expressing them can lead to pent-up feelings.

verb to treat with excessive care or kindness

• The young prince was coddled by his parents and never had to lift a finger.
• She's been coddled her whole life, so she doesn't know how to do anything for herself.
• Stop coddling him, he needs to learn how to take care of himself.
• The writer coddled his ideas, afraid to take any risks in his work.

noun the art or activity of cooking and preparing food

• The school offers a wide range of cookery classes for students interested in culinary arts.
• I love trying out new recipes I find in cookery books.
• My grandma's cookery skills are off the charts!
• The cookery of words in her novel created a flavorful story.

verb to make or become dark or darker in color

adjective comparative form of dark, having less light or lacking in brightness

• The room began to darken as the sun set behind the mountains.
• I noticed the sky starting to darken, so I knew it was time to head home.
• Her mood seemed to darken when she heard the bad news.
• The situation continued to darken as more problems arose.

verb to pour a liquid from one container to another, typically in order to separate sediment from the liquid

• The sommelier demonstrated how to properly decant the wine before serving.
• I always decant the wine before we have guests over.
• Let's decant this bottle and get the party started!
• She needed to decant her thoughts before making a decision.

adverb in a delicate manner, with sensitivity or care

• She delicately arranged the flowers in a vase for the event.
• She delicately placed the cupcakes on the table so they wouldn't fall over.
• He delicately slid into the DMs, hoping for a response.
• The delicate balance of power in the region could easily be disrupted.

verb to cut into small pieces, typically in a uniform size

• The chef carefully diced the vegetables for the stir-fry.
• I always prefer my salads with diced tomatoes.
• Let's dice up some onions for the salsa.
• She diced through the difficult decision with precision and clarity.

verb To drench or soak thoroughly; to extinguish a fire by throwing water or other liquid on it

• The firefighters had to douse the flames with water to prevent the spread of the fire.
• I accidentally doused myself with water while trying to water the plants.
• He doused his fries with ketchup before digging in.
• She doused her anger with a deep breath before responding calmly.

adjective describing something that is done with ease and without difficulty

• Her ability to solve complex equations seemed effortless to her classmates.
• He made cooking a four-course meal look effortless.
• She's got that effortless cool girl vibe going on.
• The way she danced on stage was so effortless, it was like she was floating.

noun A person who stuffs or fills something, especially a cook who stuffs meat or vegetables for cooking.

verb To stuff or fill something, especially to fill meat or vegetables for cooking.

• The chef decided to farcer the turkey with a delicious stuffing before roasting it.
• I can't wait to farcer my plate with all the Thanksgiving sides.
• Let's farcer this party with some good music and dancing!
• The comedian always knows how to farcer his jokes with just the right amount of sarcasm.

noun A sudden or dramatic decrease

verb To jump or dive quickly and energetically

adjective Characterized by a sudden or dramatic decrease

• The stock market experienced a plunging trend due to global economic uncertainties.
• I heard that sales are plunging for that new restaurant in town.
• She was so scared of the roller coaster that she was plunging all over the place.
• His heart was plunging with excitement as he waited for the results of the competition.

noun a starchy plant tuber which is one of the most important food crops, cooked and eaten as a vegetable

adjective used to describe something related to or resembling a potato

• The potato is a versatile and nutritious vegetable that can be prepared in many different ways.
• I love making mashed potatoes with lots of butter and cream.
• Let's go grab some spuds and make some fries.
• She's a couch potato, always lounging around and watching TV.

adjective describing something done by one hand or by oneself without help

adverb describing how something is done using only one hand or by oneself without help

• The sailor single handedly managed to steer the ship through the storm.
• She single handedly fixed the broken TV without any help.
• He single handedly aced the exam without even studying.
• The CEO single handedly turned the company around with his innovative ideas.

noun a cut of meat from the rib section of a pig, typically cooked by grilling or barbecuing

• The restaurant is known for its delicious spareribs, which are cooked to perfection.
• I could really go for some spareribs right now, they're my favorite!
• Let's grab some ribs and chill out tonight.
• His spareribs were as tough as nails, just like his personality.

verb to absorb or take in by or as if by sponging

• The maid was sponging the kitchen floor to clean up the spilled milk.
• I caught my brother sponging money from my wallet again.
• He's always sponging off his friends for free drinks.
• The politician was accused of sponging off the taxpayers for personal gain.

verb to scatter or distribute in small drops or particles

• The chef sprinkled some fresh herbs on top of the dish before serving.
• I sprinkled some sugar on top of my cereal this morning.
• She sprinkled some gossip around the office.
• The artist sprinkled hints of emotion throughout the painting.

noun a restriction or impediment to someone's freedom of action

verb to restrict or impede someone's freedom of action

• The trammel of regulations hindered the company's ability to expand.
• I feel like I'm in a trammel trying to navigate all these rules.
• I can't deal with this trammel of paperwork anymore.
• Her emotions were a trammel, holding her back from moving forward.

noun a rhythmic gait of a horse or other quadruped, faster than a walk and slower than a canter

verb to move at a pace faster than a walk by alternating steps of the two forelegs and two hind legs

• The horse began to trot gracefully around the ring during the dressage competition.
• I saw a cute puppy trotting down the street with its owner.
• Let's trot on over to the store and grab some snacks.
• She could feel the excitement building in her chest as she trotted towards her dream job.

noun a word that represents a person, place, thing, or idea

adjective a word that describes or modifies a noun

• The filled loaf was served as the main course during the dinner party.
• I can't wait to dig into that delicious filled loaf!
• That filled loaf is the bomb!
• Her heart was like a filled loaf, overflowing with love and compassion.

noun a tool with bristles or other filaments used for cleaning, grooming, painting, etc.

verb to quickly or superficially deal with or ignore a topic or issue

• It is important not to brush over the details when conducting a thorough analysis.
• Don't just brush over the instructions, make sure you understand them.
• I tend to brush over my homework because I'm lazy.
• She tried to brush over the fact that she had made a mistake, but it was obvious to everyone.

noun a type of Italian rice ball typically filled with meat, cheese, and peas

• Arancini are traditional Italian rice balls filled with cheese, meat, and peas, then coated in breadcrumbs and fried.
• I can't resist ordering arancini whenever I see them on the menu at an Italian restaurant.
• Those arancini are bomb - you have to try them!
• The arancini of knowledge and experience are what shape us into who we are today.

noun a method of cooking food slowly in a vacuum-sealed pouch at a low temperature

adjective relating to or used in the method of sous vide cooking

• Sous vide is a cooking technique that involves vacuum-sealing food in a bag and cooking it in a water bath at a precise temperature.
• I love using sous vide to cook steak because it always comes out perfectly juicy and tender.
• Have you tried sous vide cooking yet? It's like magic for making the most delicious meals.
• Using sous vide is like giving your food a spa treatment - it comes out so tender and flavorful.

noun a small amount of saliva used for cleaning or washing something

• The nurse performed a spit wash on the wound before applying the bandage.
• I just gave my shoes a quick spit wash to clean off the dirt.
• I'll just give this plate a spit wash before we use it again.
• He tried to spit wash his mistake by apologizing profusely.