| A | B |
| paring knife | small knife used for peeling fruits and vegetables |
| sifter | used for mixing dry ingredients through a mesh screen |
| wire whisk | used for beating and blending |
| pastry blender | used for cutting shortening into flour |
| grater | used for shredding cheese |
| grease | lightly rub with fat, such as butter |
| drain | remove excess liquied by placing food in a colander |
| baste | moisten foods, such as meat, while cooking |
| garnish | to decorate a food dishwith a small food item |
| season | to add spices, herbs, salt, or pepper to food to flavor |