Cooking Abbreviations
What is the term for this abbreviation?
T - TBSP - Tbsp
Tablespoon
What cooking method uses high heat and a small amount of fat to cook foods quickly?
Sautéing/Sauté
Heating/Cooking food with the air and heat from boiling water?
Steaming
What is the main benefit of steaming foods?
Preserves vitamins and minerals in the food
How many teaspoons in a tablespoon?
3
What is the term for this abbreviation?
t - tsp
Teaspoon
What cooking method involves submerging food in hot oil?
Deep Frying
Incorporating air into food to increase volume and structure?
Whipping
What is the primary difference between boiling and simmering?
Big bubbles vs Little bubbles
How many ounces in a pound?
16
What does 'qt' stand for?
Quart
What cooking method involves submerging food in hot water until it is softened?
Boiling
Cooking method that involves searing and then slowing simmering for a long amount of time
Braising
What is the primary advantage of moist heat cooking methods?
preserve moisture
How many tablespoons in a stick of butter?
8
What does 'fl' stand for?
Fluid Ounce
What cooking term is associated with cooking food by dry heat with no open flames?
Bake
What does the method of broiling primarily use?
Direct heat from above
How does simmering benefit the texture of food compared to boiling?
Simmering retains tenderness and moisture where boiling can make things tough
What is the measurement for a stick of butter as far as cups are concerned?
1/2 cup
What does "F" stand for?
Fahrenheit
What cooking term is best described by cooking food just below the boiling point for a longer amount of time than actual boiling?
Simmer
What is the primary cooking method for soups?
Stewing
What is the purpose in Braising meat before cooking it?
Lock in flavor and juices
How many ounces are in 1 tablespoon?
1/2 ounce