Baking
Food Pairings
World Cuisines
Desserts
Misc.
100

This process involves allowing dough to get larger before baking, often done for yeast-based recipes like bread.

What is rising

100

This common snack is often paired with salsa or guacamole.

What are tortilla chips

100

This Italian dish, often served with tomato sauce and cheese, is traditionally made with dough, mozzarella, and various toppings.

What is pizza

100

This classic American dessert is made from a graham cracker crust, cream cheese, sugar, and fruit, often served chilled.

What is cheesecake

100

This Italian sauce, made from tomatoes, garlic, and olive oil, is commonly used for pasta and pizza.

What is marinara sauce

200

This ingredient, commonly used in baking, helps dough rise and is often used in bread recipes.

What is yeast

200

This beverage is commonly paired with cheese, especially in fondue dishes.

What is wine

200

This Japanese dish consists of rice combined with various ingredients such as seafood, vegetables, and occasionally tropical fruits.

What is sushi

200

This popular frozen dessert is made with fruit puree and often served in a cone or cup, especially during hot weather.

What is sorbet

200

This type of cheese is known for its holes and is often used in sandwiches or melted on burgers.

What is swiss cheese

300

This ingredient is often used to provide moisture and tenderness to cakes and muffins.

What is oil (butter also acceptable)

300

This fruit is commonly paired with brie cheese in savory dishes or on cheese platters.

What is apple

300

A dish from Louisiana, this stew is made with seafood, sausage, and a dark roux, and is typically served over rice.

What is gumbo

300

This rich, creamy dessert is made with egg yolks, sugar, and cream, then caramelized on top to create a hard, sugary crust.

What is crème brûlée

300

This type of bread is often served with Mediterranean dishes, is round in shape, and has a soft, fluffy texture inside with a slightly crispy crust.

What is pita bread

400

This ingredient, used to give baked goods a golden-brown color and glossy finish, is often brushed on top of pastries and bread before baking.

What is egg wash

400

This type of cheese is often paired with honey, especially in a dessert or cheese board setting.

What is goat cheese

400

This French dish consists of a pastry crust filled with eggs, cream, and various fillings such as cheese, spinach, or bacon.

What is quiche

400

This Italian dessert is made with layers of coffee-soaked ladyfingers, mascarpone cheese, and cocoa powder.

What is tiramisu

400

This dish is made with thinly sliced raw fish served on rice often with soy sauce or wasabi.

What is sashimi

500

This type of sugar, often used in meringues, is processed to a finer texture and helps stabilize whipped egg whites by preventing them from deflating.

What is superfine/ultrafine sugar

500

This beverage is often paired with sushi to complement the flavors, particularly in Japanese cuisine.

What is sake

500

This dish, originating from central New York, features chicken and rigatoni pasta in a spicy, creamy tomato sauce, often served with peppers and mushrooms.

What are chicken riggies

500

This Middle Eastern pastry, made with thin layers of dough, butter, and chopped nuts, is soaked in syrup or honey.

What is baklava

500

This dish consists of snails cooked in garlic, butter, and parsley, often served as an appetizer.

What is escargot