LESSON 9: MIXING TECHNIQUES Flashcards
to make the mixture smooth using a hand or electric mixer
BEAT
to combine thoroughly
BLEND
to melt sugar to a golden brown syrup
CARAMELIZED
to rub one or two motions one that cuts vertically thorough the mixture then turning it over by gliding the rubber scraper across the bottom of the bowl at each turn
CREAM
combination of two motions one that cuts vertically thorough the mixture, then turning it over by gliding the rubber scraper across the bottom of the at each turn
CUT AND FOLD
to lightly coat or sprinkle with flour, cornmeal or sugar
DREDGE
to coat with syrup that is cooked to the cracked stage
GLAZE
to mix the dough with a pressing motion accompanied by folding and stretching
KNEAD
to soften by pressing or mixing
MASH
to turn the oven at required temperature before baking
PREHEAT
to heat below boiling point in a double boiler
SCALD
to pass through a sieve
SIFT
to blend ingredients with a circular motion
STIR
to beat rapidly with a hand or electric mixer in order to incorporate air
WHIP