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Key Desserts Vocabulary - Crème Brûlée

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Key Desserts Vocabulary
creme brulee

a classic French dessert consisting of a rich custard base topped with a layer of caramelized sugar

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custard
custard
[noun]

a thick creamy sauce made with milk, eggs, sugar, flour or corn flour that is served hot on top of puddings, fruits, etc.

Ex: I enjoy the silky texture of custard-filled donuts. 
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to caramelize

to heat sugar or other foods until it becomes a golden brown color and develops a rich flavor and aroma

Ex: The chef decided to caramelize the onions for a sweet and savory flavor in the dish. 
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cream
cream
[noun]

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

Ex: He stirred cream into his pasta sauce to make it rich and creamy. 
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vanilla
vanilla
[noun]

a type of flavor that is artificially made or is obtained from the beans of a tropical plant that adds a sweet taste and smell to the food

Ex: As a dessert enthusiast, I couldn't resist trying the rich and velvety vanilla pudding at the new restaurant. 
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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: Can you help me crack the eggs for the cake batter? 
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sugar
sugar
[noun]

a sweet white or brown substance that is obtained from plants and used to make food and drinks sweet

Ex: A drizzle of sugar syrup over pancakes or waffles adds a delightful sweetness to breakfast. 
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to crust
to crust
[Verb]

to form a hard outer layer or covering on the surface of something, often as a result of baking, drying, or cooling

Ex: The bread crusts nicely in the oven, giving it a golden-brown color and delicious aroma. 
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torch
torch
[noun]

a tool that generates a high-temperature flame by combining fuel with air, used for welding, cutting, or heating

Ex: The welder used a torch to fuse the metal pieces. 
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wobbly
wobbly
[Adjective]

unstable and likely to shake or rock from side to side

Ex: The newborn giraffe took its first wobbly steps, getting used to the long legs that would soon carry it with grace. 
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heated
heated
[Adjective]

having a condition of high temperature, often causing discomfort or requiring cooling measures

Ex: The heated air in the desert made it difficult to breathe. 
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beaten
beaten
[Adjective]

much trodden and worn smooth or bare

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combined
combined
[Adjective]

formed or created by joining two or more elements or parts together

Ex: The team achieved success through their combined efforts and skills. 
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mixture
mixture
[noun]

any foodstuff made by combining different ingredients

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to pour
to pour
[Verb]

to make a container's liquid flow out of it

Ex: She poured milk into her cereal bowl for breakfast. 
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to cool
to cool
[Verb]

to become less hot and slightly colder

Ex: The evening breeze helps the temperature to cool. 
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to sprinkle

to pour small amounts of something over a surface in a random manner

Ex: She sprinkled sugar over the freshly baked cookies, adding a touch of sweetness to each bite. 
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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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sweet
sweet
[Adjective]

containing sugar or having a taste that is like sugar

Ex: He likes the sweet taste of fresh strawberries. 
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rich
rich
[Adjective]

containing a high amount of fat, sugar, or other indulgent ingredients

Ex: The chocolate cake was incredibly rich, with layers of dense chocolate and a generous amount of frosting. 
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crispy
crispy
[Adjective]

(of food) having a firm, dry texture that makes a sharp, crunching sound when broken or bitten

Ex: The fries were perfectly crispy on the outside and fluffy on the inside. 
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hard
hard
[Adjective]

very difficult to cut, bend, or break

Ex: She prefers hard cheese like cheddar over soft cheese. 
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shiny
shiny
[Adjective]

bright and smooth in a way that reflects light

Ex: The newly waxed floors were shiny and smooth to the touch. 
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fancy
fancy
[Adjective]

elaborate or sophisticated in style, often designed to impress

Ex: She wore a fancy gown to the ball, adorned with intricate lace and jewels. 
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special
special
[Adjective]

different or better than what is normal

Ex: That song holds a special place in her heart. 
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burnt
burnt
[Adjective]

ruined by overcooking

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restaurant

a place where we pay to sit and eat a meal

Ex: He works as a chef in a popular restaurant. 
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oven
oven
[noun]

a box-shaped piece of equipment with a front door that is usually part of a stove, used for baking, cooking, or heating food

Ex: He used the oven's timer to remind him to check on the cookies. 
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spoon
spoon
[noun]

an object that has a handle with a shallow bowl at one end that is used for eating, serving, or stirring food

Ex: He used a measuring spoon to add spices to the recipe. 
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flavor
flavor
[noun]

the specific taste that a type of food or drink has

Ex: He loves the tangy flavor of pickles. 
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all over the (world|globe)

in every part of the world

Ex: The brand is recognized all over the world. 
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