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Key Dishes Vocabulary - Pasta

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pasta
pasta
[noun]

an Italian food that is a mixture of flour, water, and at times eggs formed it into different shapes, typically eaten with a sauce when cooked

Ex: For a quick meal , you can toss cooked pasta with olive oil , garlic , and vegetables for a healthy option .
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spaghetti
spaghetti
[noun]

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

Ex: Seafood lovers can relish a delightful dish of spaghetti with succulent shrimp , clams , and calamari .
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macaroni
macaroni
[noun]

pasta formed like short hollow tubes

Ex: The ridged macaroni adds crunch to the classic salad .
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penne
penne
[noun]

a tube-shaped pasta with diagonal ends

Ex: The penne pasta perfectly holds the chunky tomato sauce , making each bite flavorful .
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shape
shape
[noun]

the outer form or edges of something or someone

Ex: As the sun set , shadows cast by the mountains created intriguing shapes on the valley floor .
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dough
dough
[noun]

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

Ex: The doughnut dough is rising before it gets fried .
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flour
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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water
water
[noun]

a liquid with no smell, taste, or color, that falls from the sky as rain, and is used for washing, cooking, drinking, etc.

Ex: The swimmer jumped into the pool and splashed water everywhere .
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egg
egg
[noun]

an oval or round thing that is produced by a chicken and can be used for food

Ex: The children enjoyed eating soft-boiled eggs with buttered toast.
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boiling
boiling
[Adjective]

having an intense, almost unbearable heat

Ex: Tourists carried water bottles to stay hydrated in the boiling sun.
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firm
firm
[Adjective]

relatively hard and resistant to being changed into a different shape by force

Ex: The tofu was firm and held its shape well when stir-fried .
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al dente
al dente
[Adjective]

(of food, particularly pasta) cooked just enough to still have a firm texture when bitten into, without being overly soft or mushy

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sauce
sauce
[noun]

a flavorful liquid, served with food to give it a particular taste

Ex: We made a pesto sauce using fresh basil from our garden .
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tomato sauce

a type of sauce made from tomatoes, often used as a flavoring for food

Ex: She bought a jar of tomato sauce from the store .
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alfredo sauce

a rich, creamy sauce originating from Italy, traditionally made with butter and Parmesan cheese. In Italian-American cuisine

Ex: He enjoys dipping his breadsticks into the creamy Alfredo sauce as an appetizer .
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garlic
garlic
[noun]

a type of vegetable having a strong smell and spicy flavor that is used in cooking

Ex: The pasta sauce tasted rich with the addition of garlic and herbs .
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cream
cream
[noun]

the thick, fatty part of milk that rises to the top when you let milk sit

Ex: Whipped cream is the perfect finishing touch for a slice of homemade pumpkin pie.
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cheese
cheese
[noun]

a soft or hard food made from milk that is usually yellow or white in color

Ex: They enjoyed a slice of mozzarella cheese with their fresh tomato and basil salad .
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pesto
pesto
[noun]

a pasta sauce that is made with basil, olive oil, garlic and pine nuts to which grated parmesan is also added

Ex: She tossed her steaming pasta with a dollop of pesto, creating a vibrant and flavorful meal .
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famous
famous
[Adjective]

known by a lot of people

Ex: She became famous overnight after her viral video gained millions of views .
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dish
dish
[noun]

food that is made in a special way as part of a meal

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Italy
Italy
[noun]

a country in southern Europe, with a long Mediterranean coastline

Ex: Venice is a city in Italy known for its beautiful canals and gondola rides .
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kind
kind
[noun]

a group of people or things that have similar characteristics or share particular qualities

Ex: The store sells products of various kinds, from electronics to clothing .
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basil
basil
[noun]

a plant of the mint family with aromatic leaves that are eaten raw or cooked

Ex: With a touch of creativity , I added basil as a garnish to my fruit salad .
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olive oil
olive oil
[noun]

an oil that is pale yellow or green, made from olives, and often used in salads or for cooking

Ex: She added a tablespoon of olive oil to the pasta sauce .
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simple
simple
[Adjective]

not involving difficulty in doing or understanding

Ex: The instructions were simple to follow , with clear steps outlined .
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fancy
fancy
[Adjective]

elaborate or sophisticated in style, often designed to impress

Ex: She wore a fancy dress to the party, drawing attention.
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meat
meat
[noun]

the flesh of animals and birds that we can eat as food

Ex: Slow-cooked pulled pork , served with barbecue sauce , is a popular meat dish .
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vegetable
vegetable
[noun]

a plant or a part of it that we can eat either raw or cooked

Ex: The restaurant offered a vegetarian dish with a mix of seasonal vegetables.
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filling
filling
[Adjective]

(of food) making one's stomach feel full

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museum
museum
[noun]

a place where important cultural, artistic, historical, or scientific objects are kept and shown to the public

Ex: She was inspired by the paintings and sculptures created by renowned artists in the museum.
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national
national
[Adjective]

relating to a particular nation or country, including its people, culture, government, and interests

Ex: The national economy is influenced by factors such as trade , employment , and inflation .
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museum
museum
[noun]

a place where important cultural, artistic, historical, or scientific objects are kept and shown to the public

Ex: She was inspired by the paintings and sculptures created by renowned artists in the museum.
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