Boil

To boil is to cook a liquid to bubbling or agitating rapidly. Water, at sea level, boils at 212º F (100º C).

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Fresh arugula salad in a bowl with a whisk and dressing bowl, lemon, olive oil, and a salad spinner in the background on a wooden countertop.

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10 min • Easy • 2 to 4 servings

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95 min • Moderate • 4 servings

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