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Basic Nouns - Food

Here you will learn some English nouns related to food such as "pasta", "soup", and "kebab".

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hamburger
hamburger
[noun]

a sandwich consisting of a cooked patty made from ground beef, served between two buns

Ex: He topped his hamburger with blue cheese. 
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pasta
pasta
[noun]

a dish that we can make by mixing cooked pasta with other ingredients and sauces

Ex: He prefers pasta with light, olive oil-based sauces. 
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salad
salad
[noun]

a mixture of usually raw vegetables, like lettuce, tomato, and cucumber, with a type of sauce and sometimes meat

Ex: I like to have a refreshing green salad with my lunch. 
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sandwich
sandwich
[noun]

two pieces of bread with cheese, meat, etc. between them

Ex: I like to add pickles and mustard to my ham sandwich. 
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soup
soup
[noun]

liquid food we make by cooking things like meat, fish, or vegetables in water

Ex: I always garnish my soup with a sprinkle of fresh herbs. 
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steak
steak
[noun]

a large piece of meat or fish cut into thick slices

Ex: She seasoned the steak with salt and pepper before grilling it to perfection on the barbecue. 
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sushi
sushi
[noun]

a dish of small rolls or balls of cold cooked rice flavored with vinegar and garnished with raw fish or vegetables, originated in Japan

Ex: She enjoys sushi, especially the salmon and avocado rolls. 
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spaghetti
spaghetti
[noun]

a type of pasta in very long thin pieces that is cooked in boiling water

Ex: I love a classic spaghetti bolognese with its rich and satisfying flavors. 
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hot dog
hot dog
[noun]

a sausage served hot in a long soft piece of bread

Ex: He ordered a hot dog with extra jalapeños for some spice. 
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pizza
pizza
[noun]

an Italian food made with thin flat round bread, baked with a topping of tomatoes and cheese, usually with meat, fish, or vegetables

Ex: I added mushrooms, onions, and bell peppers as toppings on my pizza. 
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French fries

long thin pieces of potato cooked in hot oil

Ex: At the restaurant, they serve French fries with a special dipping sauce. 
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taco
taco
[noun]

a dish that consists of a folded tortilla filled with ground meat, beans, etc., originated in Mexico

Ex: They had tacos for dinner, filled with seasoned ground beef, lettuce, and salsa. 
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chicken nugget

a small, typically breaded and fried piece of chicken meat, often served as a snack or fast food item

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lasagna
lasagna
[noun]

a type of dish made with layers of lasagna topped with meat or vegetables and sauce and then cooked, originated in Italy

Ex: She baked a delicious lasagna layered with rich marinara sauce, creamy ricotta cheese, and savory ground beef. 
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macaroni and cheese

a dish that consists of pasta in a cheese sauce

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meatloaf
meatloaf
[noun]

a type of food made with meat, eggs, etc., baked in the shape of a loaf of bread

Ex: She baked a classic meatloaf with ground beef, onions, and a tomato glaze on top. 
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ratatouille

a dish consisting of tomatoes, zucchinis, peppers, eggplants, and onions cooked together, originated in France

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corn dog
corn dog
[noun]

a hot dog that is put on a stick, coated in a mixture of cornmeal and fried before being served

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cereal
cereal
[noun]

food made from grain, eaten with milk particularly in the morning

Ex: She enjoys having a bowl of cereal with milk and fresh fruit for breakfast every morning. 
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chocolate
chocolate
[noun]

a food prepared from roasted, ground cacao beans

Ex: She used chocolate to make a rich dessert. 
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candy
candy
[noun]

a type of sweet food that is made from sugar and sometimes chocolate

Ex: She bought a bag of candy to share with her friends at the party. 
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popcorn
popcorn
[noun]

a type of snack made from a type of corn kernel that expands and puffs up when heated

Ex: The movie theater was filled with the savory aroma of freshly popped popcorn as patrons lined up at the concession stand. 
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nacho
nacho
[noun]

a dish consisting of pieces of tortilla covered with beans and melted cheese, originated in Mexico

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burrito
burrito
[noun]

a dish of a tortilla wrapped around a mixture of ground meat or beans, originated in Mexico

Ex: She ordered a chicken burrito with extra guacamole and salsa for lunch. 
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jacket potato

a potato cooked and served with its skin on

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beef stroganoff

a Russian dish made with sautéed beef strips, mushrooms, onions, and a sour cream sauce, typically served over egg noodles or rice

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fish and chips

a dish of fried fish served with chips

Ex: We ordered fish and chips for lunch and enjoyed them by the seaside. 
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casserole
casserole
[noun]

a dish that is typically made by baking a mixture of ingredients, such as meat, vegetables, potatoes, and cheese, in a large, deep dish

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kebab
kebab
[noun]

food made with pieces of meat and vegetables roasted or grilled on fire, typically on a skewer

Ex: They ordered chicken kebabs served with a side of rice and tzatziki sauce. 
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ice cream
ice cream
[noun]

a sweet and cold dessert that is made from a mixture of milk, cream, sugar, and various flavorings

Ex: I accidentally dropped my ice cream cone on the ground, and it melted. 
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tiramisu
tiramisu
[noun]

an Italian sweet dish made with layers of cake covered with coffee, chocolate, and mascarpone cheese

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gelato
gelato
[noun]

a traditional Italian frozen dessert that is similar to ice cream but has a denser, creamier texture and a lower fat content

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donut
donut
[noun]

a small, ring-shaped fried cake made from sweetened dough

Ex: She treated herself to a chocolate-glazed donut with sprinkles as a mid-morning snack. 
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cookie
cookie
[noun]

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

Ex: He enjoyed a soft and buttery shortbread cookie with a cup of tea. 
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biscuit
biscuit
[noun]

a soft cake that is small and round

Ex: She baked a batch of warm biscuits to serve with her homemade strawberry jam. 
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cake
cake
[noun]

a sweet food we make by mixing flour, butter or oil, sugar, eggs and other ingredients, then baking it in an oven

Ex: He baked a gluten-free almond cake for his friend with dietary restrictions. 
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waffle
waffle
[noun]

a dry batter cake that is patterned with small squares on both sides, topped with butter, cream or syrup

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cheesecake

a type of sweet dessert made from soft cheese on a cake or biscuit base

Ex: She baked a classic New York-style cheesecake for the party. 
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pancake
pancake
[noun]

a flat round cake that is thin and is made with milk, eggs, and flour, cooked on a hot surface, typically a griddle or frying pan

Ex: She flipped the pancake onto the griddle, eagerly awaiting the golden-brown perfection on the other side. 
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muffin
muffin
[noun]

a small cup-shaped cake that is sweet in taste, made with eggs and baking powder

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cupcake
cupcake
[noun]

a small cake baked in the shape of a small cup and usually topped with frosting

Ex: She decorated each cupcake with swirls of colorful frosting and sprinkles, creating a sweet and festive treat. 
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croissant
croissant
[noun]

a curved-shape roll that is sweet in taste and is usually eaten at breakfast

Ex: As a child, she always looked forward to her grandmother's mashed potatoes, made with love and seasoned with nostalgia. 
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baguette
baguette
[noun]

a loaf of bread that is narrow and long

Ex: She bought a fresh baguette from the bakery to accompany her meal of cheese and wine. 
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bread
bread
[noun]

a type of food made from flour, water and usually yeast mixed together and baked

Ex: I toasted a slice of bread and spread peanut butter on it for breakfast. 
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pudding
pudding
[noun]

a sweet creamy dish made with milk, sugar, and flour, served cold as a dessert

Ex: She enjoyed a bowl of chocolate pudding after dinner as a sweet treat. 
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pie
pie
[noun]

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

Ex: He made a delicious banana cream pie for us. 
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tart
tart
[noun]

a pie with no top filled with something sweet or savory

Ex: She baked a delicious apple tart, filling the buttery crust with thinly sliced apples and a sprinkle of cinnamon. 
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omelet
omelet
[noun]

a dish that consists of eggs mixed together and cooked in a frying pan

Ex: She made a fluffy omelet for breakfast, filled with diced tomatoes, onions, and spinach. 
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stew
stew
[noun]

a dish of vegetables or meat cooked at a low temperature in liquid in a closed container

Ex: She simmered a hearty beef stew on the stove, filling the kitchen with mouthwatering aromas. 
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mashed potato

potatoes that are boiled and then crushed to become soft and smooth

Ex: She served grilled chicken with mashed potato. 
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