cooking
The activity of preparing food.
Synonyms
cuisine
cookery
Tools and gadgets
Essential guide to cooking tools, gadgets and kitchen accessories.
Baking tools
Baking tools are designed for baking enthusiasts to achieve better results with less effort.
Rice cookers
Electronic rice cookers are a very specialized aid. Only those cooking rice in large quantities or very often are bound to need one.
Slow cookers
Slow cookers are typically earthenware. They have a low (175° F) and high (200°F) settings which enables them to cook over six to ten hours, depending on the model.
Microwave ovens
These appliances use high frequency electronic waves, similar to radio waves. The waves penetrate the food, causing the molecules to vibrate; the vibration generates heat, up to a depth of 1 1/2 inches, all round. Some models have a sensor to detect when the food is cooked. Combining convection and microwave cooking delivers microwave speed together with the toasted look of conventional cooking.
With a little practice, it is easy to control cooking conditions and get perfect results.
Food steamers
Steaming is healthier than boiling or frying as less nutrients are lost, and the food does not absorb any fat, so there are no added calories.
Cooking aids
There are plenty of cooking aids and small electric appliances that help with kitchen work.
The year of the rabbit
It was necessary to find creative ways to cook rabbit and hare, from rustic classics to fresh ideas that keep summer meals interesting beyond the usual garlic rabbit.
Ten one dish meals
One dish meals are great for those times when you just can’t muster up the motivation, energy or time to cook an elaborate meal.
British English to American English cooking terms
A relation of British cooking terms and their equivalents in American English. Some are not the words you would find in a recipe book, but you would hear in everyday speaking or when shopping for food.