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Cooking is the art and science of preparing food by combining, mixing, and heating ingredients. It is a skill that has been passed down through generations and varies across cultures, offering a wide variety of dishes and flavors.

Whether for a family meal, a special occasion, or simply to nourish ourselves, cooking allows us to experiment with ingredients and create delicious meals.

1. GRAMMAR:
1.1 Imperative Sentences: Used to give instructions or commands.
- For example: "Chop the onions," "Boil the water," "Mix the ingredients."

1.2 Present Continuous Tense: Used to describe ongoing actions.
- For example: "I am cooking dinner," "She is chopping vegetables."

1.3 Countable and Uncountable Nouns:
Understanding which ingredients can be counted (e.g., eggs, tomatoes) and which cannot (e.g., flour, sugar).

2. VOCABULARY:
- Ingredients: Salt, pepper, olive oil, garlic, onion, chicken, beef, fish, vegetables, flour, sugar, eggs, butter, milk, spices, herbs.

Cooking Methods: Boil, bake, fry, grill, roast, steam, stir-fry, sauté, simmer.

Kitchen Utensils: Knife, fork, spoon, saucepan, frying pan, oven, stove, whisk, mixing bowl, cutting board, blender.

3. USEFUL EXPRESSIONS:
- "Can you pass me the salt?"
- "How much time does it take to bake?"
- "What ingredients do we need?"
- "Can you help me chop the vegetables?"
- "It smells delicious!"
- "Let’s preheat the oven to 180 degrees Celsius."

4. SENTENCES:
- Preheat the oven to 200 degrees Celsius before baking the cake.
- She is grilling the chicken for dinner.
- We need to chop the onions and garlic first.
- Please add a pinch of salt to the soup.
- I am going to bake some cookies this afternoon.

5. QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS:
Q: What are you cooking for dinner tonight?
A:
I am making pasta with tomato sauce and grilled vegetables.

Q: How do you make a cake?
A:
First, mix flour, sugar, and eggs in a bowl. Then, add butter and milk. Pour the mixture into a baking pan and bake for 30 minutes.

Q: Do you need any help in the kitchen?
A:
Yes, could you please help me chop the vegetables?

Q: What’s your favorite dish to cook?
A:
My favorite dish to cook is homemade pizza.

Q: How long does it take to boil potatoes?
A:
It usually takes about 10 to 15 minutes.

6. CONVERSATION:
John: Hi, Mary! What are you doing?
Mary: Hi, John! I’m cooking dinner. Would you like to help?
John: Sure! What do you need me to do?
Mary: Could you chop the onions and garlic for me?
John: Of course! What are you making?
Mary: I’m making a vegetable stir-fry. It’s quick and healthy.
John: Sounds delicious! What else do you need?
Mary: We’ll also need some olive oil, salt, and pepper. After you chop the vegetables, we’ll sauté them in the pan.
John: Great! I’ll get started right away.

7. READING:

The Joy of Cooking

Cooking can be a joyful experience that brings people together. Whether you are cooking alone or with family and friends, it offers an opportunity to create something delicious and share it with others. Imagine the smell of freshly baked bread filling the kitchen or the sight of a colorful salad on the table.

Cooking allows us to experiment with different flavors and ingredients, making each meal unique. Even a simple dish can become special when prepared with care. The process of cooking not only nourishes the body but also brings comfort and satisfaction. So, grab a recipe, gather your ingredients, and enjoy the joy of cooking!

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