Here are some words that you will find in many recipes.
| Dice | To cut into small, square pieces. |
| Mince | To cut into very fine pieces. |
| Peel | To take off the outer layer of a fruit or vegetable using a paring knife or vegetable peeler. |
| Proof | To stir yeast into hot water and let it sit for about 10 minutes until it is foamy. |
| Knead | Kneading is a way to make dough smooth and elastic. Sprinkle some flour on your countertop and set the ball of dough on it. Punch the dough down with your fists, then turn it over and repeat. Kneading usually takes between 5 and 10 minutes. |
| Beat | To mix air into a mixture using a whisk, wooden spoon or electric mixer. |
| Cream | To beat butter and sugar together with a wooden spoon or mixer until they are smooth and fluffy. |
| Fold | To mix very gently using long strokes of a rubber scraper. This method is usually used to mix egg whites or whipped cream into a heavier mixture. |
| Simmer | To cook at a level just below boiling. Small bubbles will form on the surface. |