

To immerse in rapidly boiling water and allow to cook slightly. To incorporate two or more ingredients thoroughly. To heat a liquid until bubbles break continually on the surface. To cook on a grill under strong, direct heat. To heat sugar in order to turn it brown and give it a special taste. To cut solids into pieces with a sharp knife or other chopping device. To separate and remove solids from a liquid, thus making it clear. To soften a fat, especially butter, by beating it at room temperature.

Butter and sugar are often creamed together, making a smooth, soft paste. To dissolve the thin glaze of juices and brown bits on the surface of a pan in which food has been fried, sauteed or roasted. To do this, add liquid and stir and scrape over high heat, thereby adding flavor to the liquid for use as a sauce.
