Mixing
Mixing means
Combine two or more ingredients by stirring or beating.
Stir means
To mix using a spoon or wire whisk with a circular
motion
whats the credentials for Teaspoons
tsp. or t.
Heaping means
A very full or large amount. Example: a measuring
the cup that is overflowing.
Blend means
Stir or mix ingredients until they are combined and smooth
Knead means
To work a ball of dough.
Toss
To lightly mix ingredients by tumbling them with tongs or a large fork and spoon
what are the credentials for tablespoons
Tbsp. or T.
Level means
Flat and even. To check for correct measurement at “eye level” for liquids or to scrape to level using a straight-edge spatula for dry and solid ingredients.
Sift means
To reduce dry ingredients to finer particles, add air
to dry ingredients, or combine dry ingredients by
putting them through a sieve
Fold means
To blend a delicate mixture into a heavier one, use a rubber spatula, spoon, or wire whisk in a gentle up, down, and over motion so that the mixture stays light.
Whip
To beat quickly and vigorously by hand, wire
whisk, or mixer to incorporate air and make a
a mixture of light and fluffy
Credentials for Fluid ounce
fl. oz.
Pinch means
Less than 1/8 tsp. or the amount of an ingredient that can be held between the thumb and forefinger.
Combine means
To blend or mix two or more ingredients
Blend means
Stir or mix ingredients until they are combined and smooth
Weight
Ounce
credentials for cup
c.
Temperature means
degrees Fahrenheit
Cream means
To beat solid fat and sugar with a wooden spoon or electric mixer until smooth, light, and creamy
Beat means
To thoroughly mix ingredients and incorporate air using a spoon, wire whisk, mixer, or food processor with an up-and-down and circular motion
Weight
Pound
Credentials for pint
pt.
Weight Means
ounce or gallon
Cut-in means
Combine flour and solid fat by cutting the fat into tiny pieces using a pastry blender, two forks, or the hands