noun
- the process of cooking food partially or completely before its final preparation or serving
Examples
- Precooking the vegetables saves time during dinner preparation.
- The recipe calls for precooking the pasta before adding it to the casserole.
- Precooking chicken breasts ensures they stay moist in the final dish.
- Many frozen meals involve precooking to reduce heating time.
- The chef recommended precooking the potatoes for the best results.
- Precooking grains like rice can streamline meal assembly.