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Key Dishes Vocabulary - Lasagna

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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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famous
famous
[Adjective]

known by a lot of people

Ex: The famous singer performed to a sold-out crowd at the arena. 
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dish
dish
[noun]

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

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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: She cooked a delicious pasta dish with marinara sauce and fresh basil for dinner. 
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sauce
sauce
[noun]

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

Ex: My mother made a creamy béchamel sauce for the lasagna. 
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cheese
cheese
[noun]

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

Ex: Blue cheese crumbles are a tasty addition to burgers or salads. 
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meat
meat
[noun]

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

Ex: Grilled chicken breast is a lean and flavorful meat option for a healthy dinner. 
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vegetable
vegetable
[noun]

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

Ex: Fresh vegetables like tomatoes, cucumbers, and lettuce make a delicious salad. 
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lasagna
lasagna
[noun]

wide and flat pasta sheets made from durum wheat flour

Ex: She boiled the lasagna noodles before layering them in the casserole. 
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history
history
[noun]

a description of a past event available in the form of a writing or recorded voice

Ex: The book contains the history of ancient Egypt. 
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the Middle Ages

an era in European history, between about AD 1000 and AD 1500, when the authority of kings, people of high rank, and the Christian Church was unquestionable

Ex: Castles and knights are iconic symbols of life during the Middle Ages. 
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version
version
[noun]

a different form of something particular when compared with its previous form or forms

Ex: The software company released a new version of its popular app with enhanced features. 
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tomato
tomato
[noun]

a soft and round fruit that is red and is used a lot in salads and many other foods

Ex: He made a tomato and avocado salad with a zesty lemon dressing. 
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common
common
[Adjective]

regular and without any exceptional features

Ex: The meeting was filled with common tasks and discussions. 
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to cook
to cook
[Verb]

to make food with heat

Ex: I love to cook scrambled eggs with cheese for breakfast. 
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ragù
ragù
[noun]

a traditional Italian meat-based sauce, typically consisting of minced or chopped meat, vegetables, and tomatoes, slow-cooked to develop rich flavors, and commonly served with pasta

Ex: She prepared a traditional ragù alla bolognese to serve over fresh tagliatelle. 
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ricotta
ricotta
[noun]

a white whey cheese that is soft and unsalted, made in Italy

Ex: The rich and smooth ricotta filling is what makes cannoli so addictive. 
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mozzarella

a mild semi-soft cheese that is white in color and is unsalted, used in Italian cuisine

Ex: As a vegetarian, I often substitute mozzarella for meat in my sandwiches. 
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parmesan
parmesan
[noun]

a whitish cheese with a hard texture that is grated and used in Italian cuisine

Ex: A warm bowl of minestrone soup is even more comforting with a sprinkle of grated Parmesan cheese. 
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to bake
to bake
[Verb]

to cook food, usually in an oven, without any extra fat or liquid

Ex: Bake the cookies at 350°F for 10-12 minutes until golden brown. 
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to repeat
to repeat
[Verb]

to complete an action more than one time

Ex: The teacher regularly repeats important concepts to ensure understanding. 
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to melt
to melt
[Verb]

(of something in solid form) to turn into liquid form by being subjected to heat

Ex: Ice cubes melt quickly in warm water. 
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filling
filling
[noun]

a combination of ingredients used as a filling for pastries, sandwiches, and other food items

Ex: The filling in the pastry was sweet and creamy. 
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gathering
gathering
[noun]

a meeting, especially one with a particular purpose

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texture
texture
[noun]

the way that a certain type of food feels in one's mouth, whether it is hard, smooth, etc.

Ex: The texture of the cake was light and fluffy. 
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creamy
creamy
[Adjective]

having a smooth and soft texture

Ex: The soup had a creamy texture, rich and velvety on the palate. 
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flexible
flexible
[Adjective]

capable of adjusting easily to different situations, circumstances, or needs

Ex: Her flexible approach to problem-solving made her an excellent team member. 
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recipe
recipe
[noun]

the instructions on how to cook a certain food, including a list of the ingredients required

Ex: She followed her grandmother's chocolate cake recipe, which included a secret ingredient. 
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diet
diet
[noun]

the types of food or drink that people or animals usually consume

Ex: The cat's diet mainly consisted of dry kibble and occasional wet food for variety. 
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