Difficult
The method used to cook foods with a certain amount of added moisture in the oven, similar to roasting.
Baking
A cooking method that uses radiation from a heat source located above the food.
Broiling
The process of preparing food for eating by applying heat.
Cooking
The manner in which heat energy travels through liquids and gases.
Convection
Best cooking method for Hard Boiled Eggs
Boiling
The transfer of heat energy from one object to another through direct contact.
Conduction
A cooking method that uses radiation from a heat source located below the food.
Grilling
Cooking in liquid at its highest possible temperature.
Boiling
Cooking food in enough hot fat to fully cover the item.
Deep Fry
Best cooking method for whole turkey.
Roasting
A method that cooks food by surrounding it with hot air.
Roasting
A combination cooking method that first browns the food on all sides and then simmers it in a liquid.
Braising
Quickly cooking an item in a small amount of hot fat over high heat.
Sautéing
Cooking food in a liquid at temperatures from 160°F to 180°F (71°C to 82°C).
Poaching
Best cooking method for cake.
Baking
The browning that occurs when sugars are heated, resulting in a richer, more complex aroma and flavor.
Caramelization
Cooking food in a small amount of fat using low heat in order to soften the food without browning.
Sweating
When starch combines with hot liquid and swells, acting to thicken the liquid.
Gelatinization
A finishing process that browns the top of a food product.
Gratiner
Best cooking method for eggs in Eggs Benedict.
poaching
Best cooking method for vegetables to retain color, texture and nutrients.
Steaming
Best cooking method for Osso Bucco.
Braising
Best cooking method for Fish and Chips.
Deep Frying
Best cooking method for mirepoix.
Best cooking method for Chili.
Simmering