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Poaching is a cooking method where you cover your food in moderately hot liquid (160–180 °F).

Mirepoix is a mixture of diced vegetables (usually two parts onions, one part carrots, and one part celery).

Mincing is a knife technique where ingredients are cut into fine uniform pieces.

Espresso is a drink of Italian origin, and it is created by forcing hot water under pressure through finely ground coffee beans.