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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Creamy hummus topped with paprika in a white bowl on a kitchen counter, with a spoon and olive oil bottle nearby.

Posh hummus

5 min • Easy • 4 to 6 servings

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.

Rocket and Watercress Salad

10 min • Easy • 2 to 4 servings

Hearty fish soup with carrots, celery, bay leaves, and herbs in a rustic bowl, with a pot and strainer in the background.

Fish stock

60 min • Easy • 8 to 10 servings

Creamy spinach soup garnished with a swirl of cream and red pepper flakes, served in a white bowl with fresh spinach in the background.

Cream of potato and spinach soup

53 min • Easy • 6 to 8 servings

A pot of melted cheese fondue with a plate of bread cubes and apple slices on skewers, ready for dipping.

Cheese Fondue

35 min • Moderate • 4 to 6 servings

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