About this crossword
A home-cooking crossword for adults: techniques, tools and kitchen classics from a well-loved recipe box.
The puzzle has 16 clues on a 15×13 grid. The PDF prints the puzzle and clues on page one and the filled-in answer key on page two.
Did you know?
- A roux is flour cooked in fat, the base of gumbo and many classic sauces.
- To julienne is to cut food into thin matchsticks.
- Paprika is made from dried, ground peppers.
Questions
Do I need to be a chef to solve it?
No. Most answers are everyday kitchen words, and a few classic terms like ROUX and BLANCH are explained in the clues.
Can I print copies for a class or group?
Yes. Our crosswords are free for personal, classroom and non-commercial group use. Print as many copies as you need.
How do I make it easier?
Tick “Show word bank” before printing, or download the version with a word bank. Each answer also shows its number of letters.
Where are the answers?
The answer key is on the second page of the PDF. On screen, tick “Show answer key” or use “Check my answers” to see which squares are right.