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baste

[beyst] / beɪst /
VERB
moisten during cooking
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VERB
sew temporarily
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Some baste their eggs in hot fat, some insist on a lid to trap steam and ensure even cooking.

From Salon • Feb. 11, 2025

You baste every 30 minutes before removing the cheesecloth to cook uncovered to burnish the skin.

From Seattle Times • Nov. 16, 2023

Cook and baste the fish until the thickest parts reach 115°F to 120°F, or are nearly opaque when cut into, 2 to 3 minutes.

From Washington Times • May 19, 2023

To add to the flavour, Taylor’s preferred liquid to baste the turkey with is coffee, butter and maple syrup.

From BBC • Dec. 7, 2022

Cook slowly, and baste once with melted butter.

From The Myrtle Reed Cook Book by Reed, Myrtle




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