Definitive Positive's definitions

Boil

(With reference to food) To cook or be cooked by immersing in boiling water or stock.

Boil the potatoes until they are cooked.

by Definitive Positive April 16, 2020

Season

To add salt, herbs, pepper, or other spices to food.

Season the meat so that it tastes better.

by Definitive Positive April 16, 2020

Mix

To make or prepare by combining various ingredients.

Please mix the cake batter. Then, put it in the oven.

by Definitive Positive April 16, 2020

Bake

To cook food by dry heat without direct exposure to a flame, typically in an oven or on a hot surface.

Did you bake the cake yet?

by Definitive Positive April 16, 2020

Beat

Stir cooking ingredients vigorously with a fork, whisk, or beater to make a smooth or frothy mixture. See also Mix Stir Combine

Next, you must beat the eggs before you put it in the mixture.

by Definitive Positive April 16, 2020

Stir

To move a spoon or other implement around in a liquid or other substance in order to mix it thoroughly.

Stir the lemonade carefully.

by Definitive Positive April 16, 2020