steamer

Definition

A kitchen gadget powered by steam that could mean anything from a full pressure cooker to the espresso machine accessory that froths milk into cloud-like oblivion. In coffee shops, it's the metal pitcher-shaped torture device that baristas use to create your overpriced latte.

Example Usage

I burned my wrist on the steamer again—third time this week.

Source: Culinary and coffee shop terminology

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buttercream

The silky, butter-based frosting that separates amateur bakers from people who own stand mixers and aren't afraid to use...