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Key Pastries Vocabulary - Quiche

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Key Pastries Vocabulary
quiche
quiche
[noun]

a tart filled with a mixture of eggs, cheese, milk, and vegetables, originated in France

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popular
popular
[Adjective]

receiving a lot of love and attention from many people

Ex: His songs are popular because they are easy to dance to .
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France
France
[noun]

a country in Europe known for its famous landmarks such as the Eiffel Tower

Ex: The French Revolution had a significant impact on shaping modern France.
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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: We shared a piece of apple pie for dessert.
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pastry
pastry
[noun]

a baked good made from dough or batter, often sweetened or filled with ingredients like fruit, nuts, or chocolate

Ex: They shared a plate of pastries during the afternoon tea .
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crust
crust
[noun]

the outermost layer of the Earth, consisting of solid rock and divided into the continental crust and the oceanic crust

Ex: The Earth 's crust is divided into tectonic plates that move and interact , leading to phenomena like earthquakes and volcanic activity .
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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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milk
milk
[noun]

the white liquid we get from cows, sheep, or goats that we drink and use for making cheese, butter, etc.

Ex: The creamy pasta sauce was made with a combination of milk and grated cheese .
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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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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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seafood
seafood
[noun]

any sea creature that is eaten as food such as fish, shrimp, seaweed, and shellfish

Ex: They enjoyed a seafood feast on the beach , with platters of shrimp , oysters , and grilled fish .
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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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breakfast
breakfast
[noun]

the first meal we have in the early hours of the day

Ex: The children enjoyed a bowl of chocolate cereal with cold milk and a glass of orange juice for breakfast.
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lunch
lunch
[noun]

a meal we eat in the middle of the day

Ex: The café served a delicious lunch special of grilled salmon with roasted vegetables .
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dinner
dinner
[noun]

the main meal of the day that we usually eat in the evening

Ex: We ordered takeout pizza for an easy dinner.
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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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butter
butter
[noun]

a soft, yellow food made from cream that we spread on bread or use in cooking

Ex: The recipe called for melted butter to be drizzled over the freshly baked bread .
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to mix
to mix
[Verb]

to combine two or more distinct substances or elements to form a unified whole

Ex: The baker diligently mixed the batter to ensure a smooth and uniform texture for the cake .
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to press
to press
[Verb]

to push a thing tightly against something else

Ex: The child pressed her hand against the window to feel the raindrops .
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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: We shared a piece of apple pie for dessert.
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to bake
to bake
[Verb]

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

Ex: He enjoys baking pies , especially during the holiday season .
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filling
filling
[noun]

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

Ex: You can use a variety of fillings, such as cheese or ham , for these rolls .
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smooth
smooth
[Adjective]

having a surface that is even and free from roughness or irregularities

Ex: He ran his fingers over the smooth surface of the glass .
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bacon
bacon
[noun]

thin slices of salted or smoked pork, often fried and eaten in meals

Ex: The café serves bacon as a topping for their gourmet burgers .
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onion
onion
[noun]

a round vegetable with many layers and a strong smell and taste

Ex: They pickled onions to enjoy as a tangy garnish for sandwiches and salads .
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spinach
spinach
[noun]

dark and wide green leaves of an Asian plant that can be eaten cooked or uncooked

Ex: She blended spinach into her morning smoothie .
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mushroom
mushroom
[noun]

any fungus with a short stem and a round top that we can eat

Ex: The earthy aroma of mushrooms adds depth to any pasta dish .
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to spread
to spread
[Verb]

to extend something across a surface or throughout a space

Ex: He spread the fertilizer evenly across the lawn to promote healthy grass growth .
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to pour
to pour
[Verb]

to make a container's liquid flow out of it

Ex: She poured sauce over the pasta before serving it .
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creamy
creamy
[Adjective]

having a smooth, rich taste, often reminiscent of cream

Ex: The ice cream had a delightful , creamy taste , making it a favorite on hot summer days .
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custardy
custardy
[Adjective]

having a creamy, smooth texture or flavor similar to custard

Ex: The cake was moist and had a custardy flavor throughout .
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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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buttery
buttery
[Adjective]

having a rich, creamy, and smooth flavor similar to butter

Ex: Her homemade cookies were buttery, with a soft and chewy consistency .
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to serve
to serve
[Verb]

to offer or present food or drink to someone

Ex: The cheese is best served at room temperature .
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picnic
picnic
[noun]

the meal that people eat during an outing in nature, typically in a park or on a beach

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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: We had a side salad with our main course for a balanced meal.
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well-known
well-known
[Adjective]

widely recognized or acknowledged

Ex: The recipe comes from a well-known chef who specializes in Italian cuisine .
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