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Key Pastries Vocabulary - Pasty

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Key Pastries Vocabulary
pasty
pasty
[noun]

a pastry case stuffed with meat or vegetables

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Cornwall
Cornwall
[noun]

a county located in the southwestern tip of England, known for its rugged coastline, picturesque villages, and distinct cultural heritage

Ex: Cornwall is famous for its beautiful beaches and scenic cliffs. 
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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: She enjoyed a flaky pastry filled with apple cinnamon for breakfast. 
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baked
baked
[Adjective]

cooked with dry heat, particularly in an oven

Ex: The baked lasagna was layered with pasta, sauce, and cheese, creating a deliciously melty dish. 
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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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raw
raw
[Adjective]

related to foods that have not been exposed to heat or any form of cooking

Ex: She enjoyed a salad made with raw vegetables and leafy greens. 
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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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potato
potato
[noun]

a round vegetable that grows beneath the ground, has light brown skin, and is used cooked or fried

Ex: He used leftover mashed potatoes to make cheesy potato croquettes. 
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onion
onion
[noun]

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

Ex: I added chopped green onions to my Asian-inspired noodle dish. 
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turnip
turnip
[noun]

a root vegetable with creamy flesh and white and purple skin, used in cooking

Ex: He used turnip leaves as natural wrapping for steamed dumplings. 
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dough
dough
[noun]

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

Ex: Pizza dough needs to be stretched and shaped before adding the toppings. 
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to fold
to fold
[Verb]

to bend something in a way that one part of it touches or covers another

Ex: She carefully folded the letter before placing it in the envelope for mailing. 
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to press
to press
[Verb]

to push a thing tightly against something else

Ex: He pressed his foot on the accelerator to increase the speed of the car. 
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edge
edge
[noun]

the outer part of an area or object that is furthest from the center

Ex: He stood on the edge of the cliff, admiring the breathtaking view below. 
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to seal
to seal
[Verb]

to close or secure something tightly to prevent access

Ex: She used a hot iron to seal the envelope, ensuring its contents would remain confidential. 
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tasty
tasty
[Adjective]

having a flavor that is pleasent to eat or drink

Ex: The tasty homemade soup warmed them up on a cold winter's day. 
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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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flour
flour
[noun]

a fine powder made by crushing wheat or other grains, used for making bread, cakes, pasta, etc.

Ex: For a gluten-free option, substitute regular flour with almond flour in the cake recipe. 
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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: I accidentally spilled water on my laptop, and now it won't turn on. 
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butter
butter
[noun]

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

Ex: Butter is a key ingredient in making flaky and delicious pie crusts. 
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lard
lard
[noun]

a soft white solid substance that is obtained from melting the fatty parts of a hog, used in cooking

Ex: He discovered that lard has a higher smoke point compared to other fats. 
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half
half
[noun]

either one of two equal parts of a thing

Ex: I ate a sandwich and a half for lunch. 
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to cover
to cover
[Verb]

to envelop something in a layer of material

Ex: The landslide covered the road with a thick layer of mud, making it impassable for vehicles. 
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pinch
pinch
[noun]

a slight amount of something one can hold between the index finger and thumb

Ex: Add a pinch of salt to enhance the flavor of the dish. 
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tightly
tightly
[Adverb]

in a way that cannot be easily moved, detached, or opened

Ex: She tied the knot tightly to secure the bundle. 
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flaky
flaky
[Adjective]

having a texture that easily breaks into small, thin layers or pieces

Ex: The croissant had a flaky texture, with each layer delicately separating upon a gentle touch. 
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miner
miner
[noun]

a person who works in a mine, extracting minerals, coal, or other valuable materials from the earth

Ex: Many miners suffer from lung diseases due to dust exposure. 
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crimped
crimped
[Adjective]

pressed or pinched to form small, regular folds or ridges, often for decorative or practical purposes

Ex: She used a crimped pastry cutter to give the cookies a ridged edge. 
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dirty
dirty
[Adjective]

having stains, bacteria, marks, or dirt

Ex: He had a dirty face after playing in the mud. 
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mining
mining
[noun]

the process of extracting valuable minerals or other materials from the earth

Ex: The mining of gold in this region has been going on for centuries. 
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dirt
dirt
[noun]

unwanted or messy substances, such as dust, mud, or grime

Ex: The floor was covered in dirt after the rain. 
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worldwide
worldwide
[Adverb]

in or to all parts of the world

Ex: The band's latest album was released and sold out worldwide within hours. 
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plate
plate
[noun]

a flat, typically round dish that we eat from or serve food on

Ex: He served the salad on a large ceramic plate. 
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fork
fork
[noun]

an object with a handle and three or four sharp points that we use for picking up and eating food

Ex: I gently tapped the glass with a fork to make a sound. 
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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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stuff
stuff
[noun]

information or content presented in an unspecified or general form

Ex: I need to check the stuff about the meeting. 
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apple
apple
[noun]

a fruit that is round and has thin yellow, red, or green skin

Ex: Can you please pass me that shiny red apple? 
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dessert
dessert
[noun]

‌sweet food eaten after the main dish

Ex: He whipped up a batch of brownies as a quick dessert. 
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beef
beef
[noun]

meat that is from a cow

Ex: The steakhouse is famous for serving high-quality cuts of beef grilled to perfection. 
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