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Food and Drink Preparation - Bread Baking

Here you will learn some English words related to bread baking such as "knead", "yeast", and "glazed".

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Words Related to Food and Drink Preparation
baking

the act of making food without using direct flame

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to aerate

to introduce air into a substance, typically a liquid or soil, to improve its texture, taste, or overall quality

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aeration

the process of incorporating air into ingredients to create a light and fluffy texture in baked goods or desserts

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baker's dozen

a group consisting of thirteen things or people

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baking powder

a white powder that is used in baking products in order to make them rise and light

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bicarbonate of soda

a chemical compound used in cooking to help doughs and batters rise, as well as for cleaning and medicinal purposes

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to bloom

to allow a food ingredient, such as gelatin or yeast, to absorb liquid and soften or expand

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to caramelize

to heat sugar or other foods until it becomes a golden brown color and develops a rich flavor and aroma

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coating consistency

the thickness or texture of a coating, typically used to describe the desired thickness or texture of a coating on food items

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confectioners' sugar

a finely ground sugar that is commonly used in baking and confectionery

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cream of tartar

a powdery acidic substance used in cooking and baking to stabilize whipped egg whites and as a leavening agent

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curdling

the separation of a liquid into solid curds and liquid whey, often caused by acidity or heat

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to dust

to lightly coat something with a fine substance, often for seasoning or flavoring

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to dredge

to coat or cover food, typically with flour or breadcrumbs, before cooking

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to glaze

to cover something with a sweet and often shiny coating

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to grease

to apply a layer of grease or fat onto a surface, usually to prevent sticking or to provide lubrication

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hard ball stage

a specific temperature reached during candy making where sugar syrup forms a hard, flexible ball when dropped into cold water

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soft ball stage

a specific temperature reached during candy making where sugar syrup forms a soft, pliable ball when dropped into cold water and squeezed between the fingers

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hard crack stage

a specific temperature reached during candy making where sugar syrup hardens to a brittle texture when cooled

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soft crack stage

a specific temperature reached during candy making where sugar syrup forms a pliable and slightly sticky texture when cooled

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ribbon stage

a thick and pale mixture that holds its shape when drizzled from a whisk or beaters, resembling a ribbon

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soft peak

a stage in whisking or beating egg whites or cream where the mixture holds its shape but the peaks curl over gently when the whisk or beaters are lifted

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stiff peak

a stage in whisking or beating egg whites or cream where the mixture holds its shape and the peaks stand straight up when the whisk or beaters are lifted

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to knead

to form and press dough or wet clay with the hands

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to prove

to allow a dough or yeast mixture to ferment or rest, causing it to rise or expand before baking

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to rub in

to combine fats and dry ingredients, typically flour, using a rubbing motion with the fingers or a pastry blender

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to scald

to heat a liquid, especially milk or water until it boils or gets close to that degree

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slurry

a mixture consisting of a liquid and solid particles suspended within it

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to steep

to soak or immerse something in a liquid to extract flavors

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to whisk

to beat or mix rapidly, typically with a utensil such as a whisk

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to crust

to form a hard outer layer or covering on the surface of something, often as a result of baking, drying, or cooling

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crusty

(of food) having a hard or crisp covering or outer layer

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dough

a thick mixture of flour, liquid and sometimes yeast that is baked into bread or pastry

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to leaven

to add a substance, such as yeast, to dough or batter, causing it to rise and become lighter during the baking process

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poppy seed

a tiny, oil-rich seed derived from the poppy plant, commonly used as a culinary ingredient and for their nutty flavor

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to rise

(of dough) to increase in volume, become lighter, and develop a fluffy texture

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unleavened

bread or dough that has not been allowed to rise through the use of a leavening agent like yeast, resulting in a dense and flat texture

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yeast

a type of fungus capable of converting sugar into alcohol and carbon dioxide, used in making alcoholic drinks and bread swell

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bread board

a flat surface, usually made of wood, specifically designed for slicing bread

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breadbasket

a container or vessel used for holding or serving bread

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bread maker

a person who makes bread, either professionally or as a hobby

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breadbox

a container, often made of wood, metal, or plastic, used for storing bread

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glazed

(of foods) coated with a smooth, shiny, or glossy layer, often made from ingredients such as sugar, honey, or syrup

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