Dissolve
Stirring a solid into liquid until it disappears completely. Warm liquid speeds it up; use lukewarm. Never hot. For yeast.
Used for
- sugar
- salt
- yeast
- gelatin
In the kitchen
- Stir until no grains remain.
- Use warm liquid for stubborn solids.
- Tap the bowl to check the bottom.
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