Melt
Heating a solid fat or chocolate slowly until it liquefies, without browning or scorching. Low and gentle wins.
Used for
- butter
- chocolate
- cheese
- marshmallows
In the kitchen
- use low heat or a double boiler
- stir occasionally
- remove from heat just before fully melted
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