Cooking Methods
To cook in a covered container on a rack above liquid that is boiling?
Steam
Mix Fast bringing the contents to the top of the bowl and back down again
Ounce
oz.
How many cups are in a quart?
4
To heat a liquid on a cooktop at a high temperature. Bubbles should constantly rise and break surface
Boil
Cut into small pieces using a sharp knife, food processor, or blender
Chop
Pint
pt.
How many pints are in a quart
2
To cook in liquid at a temperature just below boiling. Bubbles form only around the edges of the pan and do not break the surface
Simmer
To mix ingredients gently by turning one part over another
Fold
Quart
qt.
How many quarts are in a gallon?
4
To cook in enough hot fat to cover the food
Deep Fry
To beat rapidly to introduce air bubbles into the food
Whip
Teaspoon
t or tsp.
How many pints are in a gallon?
8
To cook in enough hot fat to cover the food half way
Pan Fry
To cut into very small pieces with a sharp knife or kitchen shears
Mince
Tablespoon
T or Tbsp.
How many ounces in a pound?
16