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| autoclave |
to sterilize or cook in an autoclave. [1/2 definitions] |
| bake |
to cook in an oven using dry heat. |
| barbecue |
the piece of equipment that is used to cook a meal outside. [1/3 definitions] |
| boil1 |
to cook in very hot water. [1/3 definitions] |
| braise |
to cook slowly in a small amount of liquid in a covered pot, esp. after sauteeing in fat. |
| broil1 |
to cook by very high, direct heat. |
| cabin cruiser |
a power-driven boat with a cabin so equipped that passengers can wash, cook, and sleep on board. |
| candy |
a sweet food made of sugar and flavorings such as chocolate or peppermint. [2 definitions] |
| caramelize |
to cook (food containing natural sugar) to the point wherein liquids and natural sugar are released and create a sweet and nutty-tasting brown syrup. [1/2 definitions] |
| chafing dish |
a lidded dish or pot, supported on a metal frame with a candle or other heating device beneath it, and used to cook food at the table or keep it hot. |
| char1 |
to cook or burn so that the surface is blackened; scorch. [1/4 definitions] |
| charcoal |
to cook with charcoal, esp. on a grill. [2/7 definitions] |
| chef |
a person whose job is to cook in a restaurant. |
| cookable |
combined form of cook. |
| fricassee |
to cook (poultry or meat) by browning and stewing. [1/2 definitions] |
| fry1 |
to cook in hot butter, oil, or other fat. |
| frying pan |
a shallow pan with a long handle, used to cook food. |
| griddle |
to cook on a griddle. [1/2 definitions] |
| grill |
to cook on a grill. [1/2 definitions] |
| keep house |
to clean, cook, and take care of other typical household tasks. |
| kitchen |
a room where people cook and store food. |
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