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Gratinating

gratinating

Gratinating is browning a dish sprinkled with cheese, breadcrumbs, or sauce under top heat in an oven or salamander until a golden crust forms. The ingredient underneath is usually already cooked. It's commonly used for potato and pasta gratins.

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“Sprinkle grated cheese on top and brown it under the oven's top heat.”

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Baking

Baking is the process of cooking food with hot, dry air circulating inside an enclosed oven. The heat generally reaches all sides of the food evenly, forming a crust on the outside and a soft texture inside. It is used for many kinds of food, including bread, cakes, and meat.
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Roasting

Roasting is a technique in which large pieces of meat or vegetables are cooked in the oven over a long period with dry heat. A brown crust forms on the outside while the inside cooks slowly. It's generally preferred for whole cuts of meat or poultry.
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