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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
[noun]

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

Ex: We hamburgers for the backyard party .
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pasta
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a dish that we can make by mixing cooked pasta with other ingredients and sauces

Ex: She made pasta bake with cheese and broccoli .
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salad
[noun]

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

Ex: We had a side salad with our main course for a balanced meal.
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sandwich
[noun]

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

Ex: We sandwiches for our picnic in the park .
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soup
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liquid food we make by cooking things like meat, fish, or vegetables in water

Ex: soup was so delicious that I had two servings .
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steak
[noun]

a large piece of meat or fish cut into thick slices

Ex: He prefers steak cooked rare , with a charred crust on the outside and a warm , red center .
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sushi
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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: He learned how to sushi at a cooking class and now enjoys making it at home for friends and family .
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spaghetti
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a type of pasta in very long thin pieces that is cooked in boiling water

Ex: Seafood lovers can relish a delightful dish spaghetti with succulent shrimp , clams , and calamari .
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hot dog
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a sausage served hot in a long soft piece of bread

Ex: We hot dogs and hamburgers at the baseball game .
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pizza
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an Italian food made with thin flat round bread, baked with a topping of tomatoes and cheese, usually with meat, fish, or vegetables

Ex: We enjoyed pizza party with friends , eating slices and playing games together .
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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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taco
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a dish that consists of a folded tortilla filled with ground meat, beans, etc., originated in Mexico

Ex: He ordered a trio of tacos, each topped with cilantro and diced onions .
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a small, typically breaded and fried piece of chicken meat, often served as a snack or fast food item

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

Ex: Leftover lasagna makes a satisfying lunch the next day, reheated in the microwave for a quick and delicious meal.
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a dish that consists of pasta in a cheese sauce

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

Ex: He sliced meatloaf and froze individual portions for quick , easy meals later .
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a dish consisting of tomatoes, zucchinis, peppers, eggplants, and onions cooked together, originated in France

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corn dog
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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
[noun]

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

Ex: After pouring cereal, she realized she was out of milk and had to settle for a different breakfast .
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chocolate
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a type of food that is brown and sweet and is made from ground cocoa seeds

Ex: I love to indulge in a piece of dark chocolate after dinner.
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candy
[noun]

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

Ex: His candy is chocolate with caramel filling .
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popcorn
[noun]

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

Ex: The air was filled with excitement and the sound of popping kernels as families gathered around the campfire to popcorn over an open flame .
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nacho
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a dish consisting of pieces of tortilla covered with beans and melted cheese, originated in Mexico

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

Ex: They enjoyed their burritos at the picnic, wrapped in foil to keep them warm.
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a potato cooked and served with its skin on

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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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a dish of fried fish served with chips

Ex: He could n't resist the smell of freshly fish and chips from the food truck .
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casserole
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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
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food made with pieces of meat and vegetables roasted or grilled on fire, typically on a skewer

Ex: He enjoys kebabs at home during summer barbecues , experimenting with different marinades and ingredients .
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ice cream
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a sweet and cold dessert that is made from a mixture of milk, cream, sugar, and various flavorings

Ex: The little boy eagerly licked ice cream, trying to catch every last bit .
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tiramisu
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an Italian sweet dish made with layers of cake covered with coffee, chocolate, and mascarpone cheese

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

Ex: She savored the last bite of her donut, savoring the perfect balance of sweet and salty flavors .
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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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biscuit
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a soft cake that is small and round

Ex: The recipe called for buttermilk to create biscuits that would melt in your mouth .
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cake
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a sweet food we make by mixing flour, butter or oil, sugar, eggs and other ingredients, then baking it in an oven

Ex: They bought a carrot cake from the bakery for their family gathering.
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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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a type of sweet dessert made from soft cheese on a cake or biscuit base

Ex: The recipe calls for cream cheese and a crumbly biscuit base to make cheesecake.
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pancake
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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: The aroma of pancakes filled the air , drawing hungry guests to the breakfast buffet .
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muffin
[noun]

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

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

Ex: She enjoyed a cupcake with a cup of tea , finding comfort in the simple pleasure of a homemade treat .
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croissant
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a curved-shape roll that is sweet in taste and is usually eaten at breakfast

Ex: They indulged in warm croissants for dessert , the perfect end to a delicious meal .
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baguette
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a loaf of bread that is narrow and long

Ex: baguette was served warm , with a pat of butter and a sprinkling of herbs .
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bread
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a type of food made from flour, water and usually yeast mixed together and baked

Ex: They bought a loaf of freshly bread from the bakery for dinner .
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pudding
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a sweet creamy dish made with milk, sugar, and flour, served cold as a dessert

Ex: pudding was topped with whipped cream and a sprinkle of cinnamon .
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pie
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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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tart
[noun]

a pie with no top filled with something sweet or savory

Ex: She whipped up a quick tomato and tart for a light dinner , using ripe tomatoes and fragrant basil from the garden .
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omelet
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a dish that consists of eggs mixed together and cooked in a frying pan

Ex: He learned how to flip omelet without breaking it by practicing with a non-stick pan .
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stew
[noun]

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

Ex: The restaurant 's signature stew was a favorite among diners , featuring a medley of fresh fish , shrimp , and clams in a savory broth .
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potatoes that are boiled and then crushed to become soft and smooth

Ex: He mashed potato over roasted potatoes .
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