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seasoned to taste
/ˈsiːzənd tuː teɪst/
adjusted for preferred flavor
Add salt and pepper, then season the soup to taste.
Add seasoning until the soup has the flavor you prefer.
cooking instructions
adjusted in flavor to suit individual preference
The recipe says to season the dish to taste after cooking.
The recipe instructs adding seasoning until the dish tastes good to you.
Taste the sauce and season to taste before serving.
Adjust the sauce's flavor by adding seasoning until it is to your liking.
Commonly used in cooking instructions to indicate that seasoning should be added gradually until the desired flavor is achieved.
Collocations
season to tasteadd seasoning until the desired flavor is reachedadd salt and pepper to tasteinclude salt and pepper in amounts determined by personal preference
Related Phrases
Pro Tip
When to use 'seasoned to taste'
Use this phrase in recipes when you want the cook to customize the flavor. It implies that the final seasoning depends on individual preference, so the cook should taste and adjust as they go.
Gold Rule
Avoid over-seasoning
When following a recipe with 'seasoned to taste,' start with small amounts of seasoning and taste frequently to avoid making the dish too salty or strong.
Word Origin
The phrase combines 'seasoned' (from Old French 'saison', meaning 'to flavor') with 'to taste' (from Old English 'tæst', meaning 'to perceive flavor'). The phrase emerged in English cooking instructions by the 19th century, emphasizing customization in flavor.
Usage Notes
This phrase is typically found in recipes or cooking instructions, indicating that seasoning should be adjusted based on personal preference rather than a fixed amount. It assumes the cook will taste the dish during preparation and add seasoning incrementally.
Word Breakdown
seasoned
flavored with spices, herbs, or other additives
past participle adjectiveto taste
according to one's preference or liking
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