Culinary Techniques

verb to damage or destroy by or as if by a sudden and violent blow

adjective excellent or outstanding

• The contractor did a bang up job on renovating the old building.
• Wow, you really did a bang up job on that presentation!
• I heard the new restaurant has a bang up menu.
• She did a bang up job of organizing the event, everything went smoothly.

noun a type of meat that comes from cows or cattle

• The chef prepared a delicious beef Wellington for the dinner party.
• I'm craving a juicy beef burger right now.
• Let's grab some beef tacos for lunch.
• There seems to be some beef between those two coworkers.

noun a type of sour milk that has thickened or curdled

verb to sour or curdle

• The process of clabbering milk involves allowing it to ferment and thicken.
• I accidentally left the milk out too long and it clabbered.
• I can't stand the taste of clabbered milk.
• The relationship between the two countries began to clabber as tensions rose.

noun a person who prepares food for eating

verb to prepare food by combining, mixing, and heating ingredients

• The chef will cook a five-course meal for the gala event.
• I can cook up some pasta for dinner if you'd like.
• Let's cook some burgers on the grill for the barbecue.
• She knows how to cook up a plan to get what she wants.

noun a smear or blot of paint, usually applied quickly and carelessly

verb to cover or coat something with a smear or blot of paint

• The artist used a delicate brush to daub the paint onto the canvas.
• She daubed a little bit of sunscreen on her nose before heading to the beach.
• I daubed some hot sauce on my tacos for an extra kick.
• The politician tried to daub over his scandal with empty promises.

noun a method of preserving food, typically meat or fish, by curing it with salt and other seasonings without using any liquid

verb to preserve food by curing it with salt and other seasonings without using any liquid

• The dry cure method involves rubbing salt and seasonings onto the meat before allowing it to air dry.
• I prefer using a dry cure when making my own bacon at home.
• My grandma's secret dry cure recipe makes the best smoked ham ever.
• A little bit of humor can act as a dry cure for a bad day.

noun the quality or state of being elaborate; intricacy or detail in design or execution

• The elaborateness of the design was truly impressive, showcasing the architect's attention to detail.
• I was blown away by the elaborateness of the party decorations - they really went all out!
• The elaborateness of her outfit was on point - she definitely knows how to dress to impress.
• The elaborateness of his lies made it difficult to discern the truth within them.

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 powder obtained by grinding grain, typically wheat, and used to make bread, cakes, and pastry

• The baker used high-quality flour to make the bread.
• Can you grab the flour from the pantry for me?
• I heard that new bakery uses top-notch flour in their pastries.
• Education is the flour that nourishes the mind.

noun the action or sound of grinding

verb to perform the action of reducing something to small particles or powder by crushing it with force

adjective describing the act of grinding, or having a harsh, grating sound

• The grinding of the gears in the machine indicates a need for maintenance.
• I hate grinding through all this paperwork, it's so boring.
• I've been grinding at the gym to get ready for summer.
• She's been grinding through her studies to achieve her academic goals.

noun a long, high, arching shot in sports such as baseball or tennis

verb to throw or hit a ball in a high, arching motion

• The tennis player executed a perfect lob over his opponent's head.
• He lobbed the ball high in the air and it landed right in the basket.
• She lobbed the insult at him and walked away with a smirk.
• The politician tried to lob the blame onto his rival during the debate.

noun a machine used for pressing or crushing something into a pulp or a flat mass

verb to severely mutilate, disfigure, or damage by cutting, tearing, or crushing

• The machine malfunctioned and ended up mangling the fabric beyond repair.
• I accidentally mangled my shirt in the washing machine.
• I really mangled that presentation at work today.
• His words were so twisted and mangled that no one could understand his true intentions.

noun a type of finely chopped or ground food, such as meat

verb to chop or grind food, especially meat, into very small pieces

• The chef carefully minced the garlic for the sauce.
• I asked my mom to mince the onions for the salad.
• I can't stand when people mince their words, just say what you mean!
• The author minces no words in his critique of modern society.

noun a state of confusion or disorder

verb to mix up in a confused or bungling manner; jumble

• The instructions were so convoluted that it caused a muddle in the team's understanding.
• I always muddle up the dates for our meetings, sorry about that.
• I can't believe I muddled up my presentation, I totally bombed it.
• Her thoughts were in a muddle, making it hard for her to make a decision.

verb to pinch or bite sharply

• The cold wind nipped at my cheeks as I walked home.
• I didn't wear a jacket and got nipped by the chilly breeze.
• I was nipped by the frost this morning on my way to work.
• Her sharp words nipped at his self-esteem during the argument.

preposition a word that shows the relationship between a noun or pronoun and other words in a sentence, in this case indicating that something is placed or situated on top of ice

• The figure skaters gracefully glided on ice during the competition.
• We're going to watch the hockey game on ice tonight.
• I can't wait to hit the rink and show off my moves on ice.
• The project was put on ice until further notice.

noun the act or process of preserving food by soaking and storing in a vinegar or brine solution

verb the act of preserving food by soaking and storing in a vinegar or brine solution

• The process of pickling involves preserving food in a solution of vinegar, salt, and spices.
• I've been pickling cucumbers from my garden to make homemade pickles.
• Let's have a pickling party and make some pickled eggs!
• Her sharp wit was like the pickling process, preserving her words for future use.

noun a sudden, violent attack; onslaught

verb There are no applicable parts of speech for 'sault'.

• The city of Sault Ste. Marie is located in Ontario, Canada.
• Let's take a trip to the Soo and visit the Sault locks.
• I heard there's a sweet spot for cliff jumping down by the sault.
• She felt like she was navigating through a mental sault of emotions.

verb to completely cover or hide something under water or another liquid

• The diver slowly began to submerge into the deep waters of the ocean.
• I love to submerge myself in a hot bath after a long day.
• Let's submerge ourselves in the music and forget about everything else.
• Her emotions were so overwhelming that she felt like she was starting to submerge in a sea of sadness.

adjective describing something that has been baked or dried by the sun

• The sunbaked clay tiles on the roof helped regulate the temperature inside the house.
• After a day at the beach, my skin felt sunbaked and a little crispy.
• I can't believe how sunbaked my car gets parked out in the open all day.
• Her heart felt sunbaked after going through a difficult breakup.

verb to moderate or control, typically by adding a counterbalancing influence

• The metal was carefully tempered to achieve the desired strength and flexibility.
• I always make sure to temper my expectations before going into a new situation.
• She really tempered her response to avoid causing any drama.
• His emotions were like a tightly tempered steel blade, ready to cut through any obstacle in his way.

noun a fold or pleat in fabric, usually sewn in place

verb to push, fold, or turn something into a small space or opening

• Please remember to tuck in your shirt before the presentation.
• Hey, don't forget to tuck your shirt in for the meeting.
• I always tuck my phone in my back pocket.
• She tucked away her emotions and put on a brave face.

noun a piece of wood, metal, or some other material having one thick end and tapering to a thin edge, that is driven between two objects or parts of an object to secure or separate them

verb to fix in position using a wedge

adjective having the shape of a wedge; wedge-shaped

• The chef used a wedge of lemon to garnish the dish.
• Can you pass me that wedge of cheese, please?
• I love wearing my wedge sneakers, they're so comfortable.
• The political scandal drove a wedge between the two parties.

noun great enthusiasm and energy

verb to add interest or excitement to something

• The chef added a touch of lemon zest to the dish to enhance the flavor.
• I love the zest of this salsa, it really packs a punch!
• She's got so much zest, she's always the life of the party.
• His zest for life is contagious, always looking for new adventures.

noun A word that represents a person, place, thing, or idea. In this case, 'ice' is a noun as it represents a solid form of water.

• The scientist discovered a rare ice egg in the Arctic region.
• I can't believe we found an ice egg on our hike!
• Check out this cool ice egg we stumbled upon!
• Her heart felt like an ice egg, cold and unyielding.

verb to dress or cover with a robe or clothing

• The statue was enrobed in a beautiful velvet cloth for the unveiling ceremony.
• She enrobed herself in a cozy blanket while watching a movie.
• The rapper enrobed himself in flashy jewelry before hitting the stage.
• The city was enrobed in a blanket of fog, creating a mysterious atmosphere.

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.

verb to remove or shave off a beard

• In order to comply with the company's grooming policy, he must debeard before starting his new job.
• I heard that she debeards every weekend to keep her facial hair in check.
• I can't believe he debeards with that old razor, he needs to upgrade to something better.
• She had to debeard her manuscript by removing unnecessary details to make it more concise.

noun refers to a style of cooking and eating that uses the entire animal, including less commonly consumed parts such as organs and offal

• Nose to tail eating is a culinary concept that aims to utilize every part of an animal in cooking.
• Have you ever tried nose to tail eating? It's all about using every part of the animal in dishes.
• Nose to tail eating is like the ultimate farm-to-table experience, using every bit of the animal.
• In business, it's important to adopt a nose to tail approach, ensuring every aspect is considered and utilized effectively.

adjective describing the process of smoking with hay, giving a distinct flavor to the food

• The chef prepared a delicious hay-smoked salmon dish for the fancy dinner party.
• I tried the hay-smoked ribs at the barbecue joint and they were amazing.
• Have you ever had hay-smoked bacon? It's so good!
• The hay-smoked aroma of the campfire brought back memories of childhood summers.

verb to make or become acidic

• The process of acidifying the solution involves adding a specific amount of acid to reach the desired pH level.
• When acidifying the soil, make sure to follow the instructions on the bottle.
• I heard that acidifying the pool can help clean it faster.
• Her words had a way of acidifying the atmosphere, making everyone uncomfortable.

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

adjective a word that describes or gives more information about a noun

• The chemist carefully measured the precise amounts of each substance to create an acute mixture.
• I heard that the chef's secret sauce is made with an acute mixture of spices.
• My friend's energy drink recipe calls for an acute mixture of caffeine and sugar.
• The artist's painting was an acute mixture of colors and emotions.

noun the process of aging or maturing cheese or other foods

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• The affinage process is crucial in developing the flavors of aged cheeses.
• I love learning about affinage and how it enhances the taste of cheese.
• Cheese affinage is like the secret ingredient to making the best cheese ever.
• Just like affinage refines cheese, experiences refine our character over time.