Cooking Terms
This French Culinary Term refers to the organization and preparation of ingredients and equipment before cooking.
What is Mise en Place?
This celebrity chef is known for his fiery temper and shows like "Hell's Kitchen" and "MasterChef."
Who is Gordon Ramsey?
This spice is made from the dried inner bark of trees and is commonly used in both sweet and savory dishes.
What is cinnamon?
A classic French dessert, this dish is a custard-based pastry often made with vanilla or chocolate and topped with caramelized sugar.
What is crème brûlée?
Cooking food in water or broth at a high temperature (usually around 100°C or 212°F).
What is boiling?
A term used to describe pasta or vegetables that are cooked to be firm to the bite, not overly soft.
What is Al dente?
This Chef is known for her cook books.
Who is Betty Crocker?
Known as the "king of spices," it is the most widely used spice globally. It is native to India adds heat, sharpness, and a pungent flavor to savory dishes.
What is black pepper?
This Italian dessert is made of layers of coffee-soaked ladyfingers, mascarpone cheese, and cocoa powder.
What is tiramisu?
Cooking food in hot oil
What is frying?
A mixture of equal parts flour and fat (butter, for example) used as a thickening agent for sauces and soups.
What is a Roux?
This Chef stars in Food Network Shows like "Diners, Drive-ins and Dives" and "Grocery Games"?
Who is Guy Fieri?
This herb, commonly found in Mediterranean cuisine, is often used in meat dishes and sauces and has a distinctive, woody flavor.
What is rosemary?
A popular Southern dessert made from layers of sweet biscuit dough and syrup, often served with fruit and whipped cream.
What is shortcake?
Cooking food slowly in a small amount of liquid over low heat, usually after browning it in fat.
What is braising?
A basic taste, often described as savory or meaty, found in foods like soy sauce, mushrooms, and ripe tomatoes.
What is Umami?
This celebrity chef and restaurateur became famous with his show "Emeril Live" and his catchphrase "Bam!"
Who is Emeril Lagasse?
This pungent herb, often used in Asian cuisine, has long, thin leaves and a citrusy flavor. It's a key ingredient in Thai and Indonesian dishes.
What is Lemongrass?
This frozen dessert is made by churning cream and sugar together, often with added flavorings such as fruit or chocolate
What is ice cream?
Briefly cooking food in boiling water and then rapidly cooling it in ice water.
What is blanching?
A smooth, glossy mixture made from chocolate and cream, often used for filling, frosting, or glazing.
What is a Ganache?
This is my favorite Chef from Cleveland, Ohio, he is on show like Iron Chef and Burgers Brew and BBQ?
Who is Michael Simon?
This green herb, often used in Italian cooking, has a sweet, slightly peppery flavor and is a key ingredient in pesto.
What is Basil?
This popular American pie is made with a creamy, tangy filling of cream cheese and whipped topping, often served in a graham cracker crust.
What is Cheese Cake?
A cooking method where food is sealed in a vacuum bag and cooked in a water bath at a precise, low temperature for an extended period.
What is Sous-vide?