basting

Meanings

• Verb

  The act of securing or holding pieces of food together during cooking, typically by brushing or spreading a liquid over the surface.

  - "Before roasting the turkey, we baste it every hour with butter."
  - "To prevent the chicken from drying out during baking, baste it regularly with pan juices."

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Rhymes

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astonishing , chastening , gastropod , mastiff

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Variants

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basting , bastings , baste , basted , baster , basters , bastes

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Etymology

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From Old French bastir, meaning 'to fasten, secure'.

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Trivia

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1. Basting is not just for meats. It can also be used for vegetables and bread.

2. The first recorded use of basting in English was in the 14th century.

3. Some chefs believe that basting is not necessary, as the juices from the meat will naturally baste the food during cooking.

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Related Concepts

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1. Grilling: Basting is often used in conjunction with grilling to add moisture and flavor to the food.

2. Marinade: A basting liquid can also be a marinade, which is used to flavor the food before cooking.

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Culture

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Basting is a common cooking technique used in various cuisines around the world. It helps to keep the meat moist and juicy during cooking, resulting in a more flavorful and tender dish.

How to Memorize "basting"

1. visualize
   

   - Visualize the act of brushing or spreading a liquid over the surface of the food to secure it during cooking.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'basting' with the idea of securing or holding food together during cooking.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Remember the acronym B.A.S.T.E.R.: Brush And Secure The Edibles Regularly.

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