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Curdle

To separate, or coagulate, into curds and whey.

Cure

To preserve food pickling, salting, or drying it.

Cut In

To mix a solid fat, such as cold butter or shortening, with dry ingredients until the mixture forms small particles. This technique is done using a pastry blender or by chopping using two knives.

Deep-fry

To cook food while it is fully submerged in hot oil.

Deglaze

To add liquid, usually wine or broth, to a pan that has been used to sautée or roast meats thereby dissolving the crusted juices stuck to the bottom of the pan that is used as gravy for the meat.

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