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Cambridge English: PET (B1 Preliminary)
starter
[noun]

a small dish served before the main course

Ex: The menu included a soup of the day as a starter, which was a perfect way to begin the meal .
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the main dish of a meal

Ex: After the appetizers , everyone eagerly awaited the main course, which included a choice of roast chicken , beef tenderloin , or a vegetarian risotto .
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course
[noun]

one of the three parts of a meal, served separately

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a substance that consists of hydrogen, oxygen, and carbon that provide heat and energy for the body, found in foods such as bread, pasta, fruits, etc.

Ex: Carbohydrates are essential for brain function and overall energy levels throughout the day .
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milk or foods that are made from milk, such as butter and cheese

Ex: Milk and cheese are both common dairy products consumed daily in many households .
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fat
[noun]

a substance taken from animals or plants and then processed so that it can be used in cooking

Ex: The fat was melted before being added to the stew .
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protein
[noun]

a substance found in food such as meat, eggs, seeds, etc. which is an essential part of the diet and keeps the body strong and healthy

Ex: This energy bar contains 20 grams of plant-based protein.
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flatbread
[noun]

flat and thin type of bread that contains no yeast

Ex: She served the curry with freshly baked flatbread.
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a cold and non-alcoholic drink that is usually carbonated

Ex: He liked to sip on a soft drink while watching movies at home , finding it a comforting treat .
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cookie
[noun]

a sweet baked treat typically made with flour, sugar, and other ingredients like chocolate chips or nuts

Ex: The children decorated sugar cookies with colorful sprinkles and frosting.
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a substance or material used in making a dish, product, or mixture

Ex: They bought all the necessary ingredients from the market .
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corn
[noun]

a tall plant with large yellow seeds that grow together on a cob, which is cooked and eaten as a vegetable or animal food

Ex: Corn syrup is commonly used as a sweetener in processed foods.
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bean
[noun]

a seed growing in long pods on a climbing plant, eaten as a vegetable

Ex: We made a bean dip for the party.
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salmon
[noun]

the meat of fish from the salmon family, known for its pink-orange color and rich flavor

Ex: The salmon was cooked to perfection and flaked easily .
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lettuce
[noun]

a type of vegetable with large green leaves, eaten raw in a salad

Ex: The salad was made with fresh lettuce, tomatoes , and cucumbers .
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spinach
[noun]

dark and wide green leaves of an Asian plant that can be eaten cooked or uncooked

Ex: She blended spinach into her morning smoothie .
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flour
[noun]

a fine powder made by crushing wheat or other grains, used for making bread, cakes, pasta, etc.

Ex: The flour mixture was mixed with water to form the batter .
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cabbage
[noun]

a large round vegetable with thick white, green or purple leaves, eaten raw or cooked

Ex: The recipe called for a head of cabbage, which was sautéed with garlic and spices for a flavorful side dish .
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long thin pieces of potato cooked in hot oil

Ex: The kids love eating French fries after school.
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pea
[noun]

a green seed, eaten as a vegetable

Ex: We planted peas in our vegetable garden this year .
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peach
[noun]

a soft and juicy fruit that has a pit in the middle and its skin has extremely little hairs on it

Ex: The pie recipe calls for fresh peaches to give it a sweet and fruity flavor .
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peanut
[noun]

a type of nut that could be eaten, growing underground in a thin shell

Ex: The cake recipe calls for a cup of peanut butter.
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toast
[noun]

a slice of bread that is brown on both sides because it has been heated

Ex: She sprinkled some cinnamon and sugar on her toast.
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tuna
[noun]

the meat of a large fish named tuna that lives in warm waters

Ex: The restaurant ’s special was a seared tuna fillet .
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turkey
[noun]

meat of a turkey, eaten as food, especially during holidays like Thanksgiving and Christmas

Ex: They grilled turkey burgers and served them with a side of sweet potato fries .
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pie
[noun]

a food that is made by baking fruits, vegetables, or meat inside one or multiple layers of pastry

Ex: We shared a piece of apple pie for dessert.
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pineapple
[noun]

a sweet large and tropical fruit that has brown skin, pointy leaves, and yellow flesh which is very juicy

Ex: Some people enjoy the unique combination of sweet and tangy flavors by adding pineapple to their pizza toppings .
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coconut
[noun]

a large fruit with a hard shell and edible white flesh inside containing a milky liquid

Ex: The coconut fell from the tree , landing with a thud on the sandy beach .
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herb
[noun]

a plant with seeds, leaves, or flowers used for cooking or medicine, such as mint and parsley

Ex: The recipe requires a mix of fresh herbs for a more vibrant taste .
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a drink that is made by extracting the liquid that exists inside of fruits

Ex: At the health fair , they offered samples of various types of fruit juice, including apple , cranberry , and pineapple .
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Cambridge English: PET (B1 Preliminary)
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