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This technique is used in so many contexts it's difficult to pin it down. If you are cooking liquid food (such as a sauce or a stew) that is at risk for sticking, make sure that you stir it frequently and scrape the bottom.
 
This technique is used in so many contexts it's difficult to pin it down. If you are cooking liquid food (such as a sauce or a stew) that is at risk for sticking, make sure that you stir it frequently and scrape the bottom.
  
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Revision as of 20:00, 8 September 2008

Simmering

Purpose

To slowly cook liquid foods, or foods in liquid just below the boiling point.


Equipment

Medium heavy sauce pan

Technique

  • Adjust heat so that the liquid emits a few small bubbles

Considerations

This technique is used in so many contexts it's difficult to pin it down. If you are cooking liquid food (such as a sauce or a stew) that is at risk for sticking, make sure that you stir it frequently and scrape the bottom.