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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