| A | B |
|---|
| chop | slice into irregular pieces |
| cube | cut into 1/2-inch squares |
| dice | cut into 1/4-inch squares |
| mince | cut into pieces as small as possible |
| slice | cut into thin, flat pieces |
| pare | remove a thin layer of skin |
| grate | cut into very small pieces by rubbing aginst small holes of grater |
| shred | cut food into long, thin pieces |
| stir | use a circular motion to combine ingredinets |
| mix | stir different ingredients together |
| blend | combine two or more ingredients until mixture is uniform |
| beat | use spoon or wire whisk with over-and-over motion until mixture is smooth |
| cut in | combines shortening and flour with a pastry blender |
| fold in | a gentle way to combine foods, uses a wooden spoon or rubber scraper |
| cream | combine shortening and sugar until smooth and creamy |
| toss | tumble a mixture lightly with a spoon and fork |
| whip | use a rotary beater or electric mixture to add air to increase volume |
