Crisp
Returning food to dry heat to drive off moisture and re-firm the surface. Brings stale bread, soggy bacon, or limp tortillas back to life.
Used for
- bread
- bacon
- tortillas
- leftover fries
In the kitchen
- Use a hot oven or dry skillet.
- Watch closely. It can scorch fast.
- Let it sit a minute before serving.
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