Food Phrasal Verbs

  • Bring Out:
    • Meaning: To present or display food for a meal.
      • Example Sentence: “The chef will bring out the main course shortly; please enjoy the appetizers in the meantime.”
  • Cook Up:
    • Meaning: To prepare or create a meal, often using a variety of ingredients.
      • Example Sentence: “Let’s cook up a delicious stir-fry for dinner using the fresh vegetables we bought.”
  • Dig In:
    • Meaning: To start eating eagerly or with enthusiasm.
      • Example Sentence: “The buffet is open; let’s dig in and enjoy the feast!”
  • Eat Out:
    • Meaning: To have a meal at a restaurant or eat away from home.
      • Example Sentence: “We decided to eat out for our anniversary and try the new Italian restaurant in town.”
  • Fill Up:
    • Meaning: To eat or drink enough to satisfy one’s hunger or thirst.
      • Example Sentence: “After a long hike, we stopped to fill up on water and energy bars.”
  • Go Without:
    • Meaning: To abstain from eating or drinking something.
      • Example Sentence: “I had to go without dessert for a month as part of my diet plan.”
  • Heat Up:
    • Meaning: To warm food, either in a microwave or on the stove.
      • Example Sentence: “If you’re hungry, you can heat up the leftovers from last night’s dinner.”
  • Lay the Table:
    • Meaning: To set the table with dishes, utensils, and other items for a meal.
      • Example Sentence: “Before guests arrive, let’s lay the table for the dinner party.”
  • Mix In:
    • Meaning: To combine different ingredients thoroughly during cooking or baking.
      • Example Sentence: “After adding the spices, mix in the chopped tomatoes for the perfect curry.”
  • Order In:
    • Meaning: To request food for delivery from a restaurant, rather than dining out.
      • Example Sentence: “It’s raining outside, so let’s order in and have a cozy night at home.”
  • Peel Off:
    • Meaning: To remove the outer layer of something, often referring to fruits or vegetables.
      • Example Sentence: “Peel off the skin of the apples before making the pie.”
  • Reheat:
    • Meaning: To warm up already cooked food.
      • Example Sentence: “If your soup is cold, you can reheat it in the microwave for a minute.”
  • Scoop Out:
    • Meaning: To remove the inside or a portion of something, such as seeds from a fruit.
      • Example Sentence: “Use a spoon to scoop out the seeds from the pumpkin before carving.”
  • Stir Up:
    • Meaning: To mix ingredients in a circular motion, often during cooking.
      • Example Sentence: “Stir up the sauce to ensure all the flavors are well combined.”
  • Top Off:
    • Meaning: To add something on the top of a dish, often for garnishing.
      • Example Sentence: “Before serving, top off the dessert with a sprinkle of powdered sugar.”
  • Warm Up:
    • Meaning: To heat food slightly or reach a comfortable temperature.
      • Example Sentence: “Before serving the bread, warm it up in the oven for a few minutes.”
  • Yield To (cooking):
    • Meaning: To produce or result in a certain amount of cooked food.
      • Example Sentence: “The recipe should yield to about four servings of lasagna.”
  • Zest Up:
    • Meaning: To add excitement or enhance the flavor of a dish, often by using ingredients like citrus zest or herbs.
      • Example Sentence: “To zest up the pasta, sprinkle some fresh basil and grated Parmesan on top.”