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welcome to today’s podcast hello everyone and thank you for joining us today we’ll explore these key vocabularies in depth bread winner cashew casserole chop cinnamon and colander with detailed definitions and rich examples to help you understand their usage bread winner noun a bread winner is the person who earns the primary income to support a household often shouldering financial responsibilities alone as the sole bread winner of her family she worked double shifts every week to ensure they could pay the rent on time after his injury he struggled to remain the family’s bread winner while attending physical therapy sessions for several months many societies praise the traditional breadwinner role but modern families often share financial duties between partners she became the bread winner after starting her own tech consultancy which quickly brought in higher earnings than her spouse’s job in the novel the mother takes on the bread winner responsibilities during wartime while her husband serves overseas he felt immense pressure being the family’s bread winner and worried constantly about meeting monthly mortgage payments when her partner lost his job she stepped up as the new bread winner and learned to budget every expense carefully declaring himself the bread winner allowed him to claim tax benefits but also placed heavy expectations on his shoulders millennials often reject the single breadwinner model preferring dual-income households to share both work and home duties she earned a promotion that elevated her to the bread winner position transforming her family’s quality of life almost overnight in many immigrant families the eldest child becomes the bread winner by working part-time alongside full-time study to support siblings his pride as the bread winner sometimes blinded him to the emotional needs of his children at home after starting a lucrative online business she proudly assumed the status of bread winner allowing her partner to pursue graduate school the documentary highlighted how single mothers often serve as both caregiver and bread winner in challenging economic conditions he resented the stereotype of the male bread winner until his wife’s higher salary forced him to re-evaluate traditional gender roles during the recession many longtime breadwinners lost their jobs prompting households to find alternative income sources as a self-employed bread winner she faced unpredictable monthly earnings but managed to build a substantial emergency fund he took night shifts to maintain his bread winner status while completing his master’s degree during the day the role of bread winner can cause emotional strain when balancing career ambitions with family commitments cashew noun a cashew is a kidney-shaped nut from the cashew tree prized for its rich buttery flavor and versatile culinary uses she roasted salted cashew in the oven until golden brown creating a crunchy savory snack perfect for movie night he ground raw cashew into a creamy paste to thicken his vegan curry sauce without adding dairy they folded chopped cashew into the Thai salad for an extra layer of texture and subtle nutty sweetness she simmeed cashew butter and coconut milk together to craft a luxuriously smooth soup with deep flavor he sprinkled spicy chili lime cashew over the rice bowl to add both heat and satisfying crunch after soaking overnight the raw cashew blended into a silky smoothie that tasted like vanilla ice cream she tossed candied cashew with rosemary and sea salt then cooled them for a festive holiday treat they used roasted cashew to form the base of their granola bars which held together perfectly when sliced he caramelized cashew in honey and cinnamon for a sweet topping on his morning yogurt parfait she crafted a rich vegan cheesecake by substituting cream cheese with blended cashew and lemon juice he chopped smoked cashew into his stir fry to introduce an unexpected savory depth to classic vegetables they sprinkled toasted cashew on top of their coconut rice pudding for a decorative and crunchy garnish she pureed soaked cashew with garlic and lemon for a luxurious vegan garlic ioli dip he tossed cashew into his trail mix alongside dried fruits for a portable energy boost on hiking trips she folded honey glazed cashew into her chocolate bark before it set in the freezer for a gourmet confection he layered spicy candied cashew in his salad for a delightful contrast to crisp greens and tart vinegrett she molded cashew into small balls with dates and coconut for a nutrient-packed no-baked snack they blended toasted cashew into their pesto recipe instead of pine nuts creating a budget- friendly twist he drizzled almond oil and crushed cashew over the roasted carrots to add subtle complexity and texture casserole noun a casserole is a dish of meat vegetables or other ingredients baked together in a deep dish often topped with cheese or breadcrumbs she prepared a cheesy chicken and rice casserole in a large baking dish layering flavors for a comforting family meal he mixed ground beef tomato sauce and pasta in a casserole dish before covering it with mozzarella and baking they assembled a vegetable casserole with zucchini bell peppers and onions then sprinkled panko crumbs on top she stirred tuna peas and cream of mushroom soup into a tuna noodle casserole that fed the entire potluck he layered sliced potatoes and ham in a breakfast casserole before pouring egg mixture over everything she added leftover turkey and stuffing to a Thanksgiving casserole for a second feast that delighted everyone he baked a sweet potato and black bean casserole for a healthy protein-packed vegetarian dinner she topped her shepherd’s casserole with creamy mashed potatoes then browned them until golden and crisp he mixed spinach artichoke and cheese into a hot casserole dip served with crusty bread she combined shrimp cream sauce and teragon in a seafood casserole that tasted indulgent and elegant he reheated the leftover casserole in individual ramicans for easy single serve portions she layered eggplant ricotta and tomato sauce in a lasagna style casserole for a meatless Monday special he baked a cracker topped wild rice casserole to add crunch and to elevate humble ingredients she assembled a breakfast casserole with sausage cheese and eggs for the weekend brunch crowd he experimented by adding spicy sausage to his standard macaroni and cheese casserole she poured creamy chicken and broccoli mixture into a casserole dish before topping with buttery breadrumbs he gifted his neighbor a small dish of leftover casserole as a friendly gesture after the move she froze half of the portion in a casserole safe container for busy weekn night dinners he used a non-stick casserole pan to make clean up effortless after hosting a large gathering chop verb noun as a verb chop means to cut food into pieces using repeated downward blows as a noun it can refer to a cut of meat she used a heavy cleaver to chop onions finely releasing their pungent aroma across the kitchen he taught his son to chop vegetables safely with a sharp chef’s knife and a sturdy cutting board they had to chop the herbs roughly for a rustic textured garnish on the stew she remembered to let her knife get sharp before attempting to chop dense root vegetables he struggled to chop through the thick pork loin until he switched to a meat cleaver she asked her roommate to chop garlic cloves into uniform pieces for more even cooking he learned to chop lettuce leaves into bite-sized strips for his green salads at home she loved to chop colorful bell peppers and onions for the fajita filling he demonstrated how to chop carrots on the bias to create elegant elongated slices she used a food processor to chop nuts quickly for her cookie recipe he taught his cousin to chop fresh ginger into fine pieces without bruising it she asked the chef to chop bacon into small bits while making her omelette he practiced how to chop tomatoes without squashing them by using a gentle rocking motion she remembered to chop the parsley last to preserve its bright green color he tried to chop through a frozen roast but realized it needed to thaw first she valued being able to chop quickly and accurately as a key kitchen skill he corrected his technique when attempting to chop cilantro with a mezoluna blade she placed her chop lightly on the board before slicing down with precision he discovered that learning to chop properly reduced the time needed for meal prep cinnamon noun cinnamon is a fragrant brown spice made from the inner bark of trees in the genus cinnamonomum widely used in sweet and savory dishes she sprinkled ground cinnamon on her latte for a warm aromatic finish that complimented the frothy milk he stirred a stick of cinnamon into his mold wine to infuse it with sweet spicy notes during the holiday season they added a teaspoon of cinnamon to the oatmeal along with brown sugar and diced apples she baked snicker doodle cookies dusted with cinnamon and sugar creating a perfectly crisp coating he remembered to include cinnamon in his Moroccan tajin for that signature warming aroma and flavor she mixed cinnamon into her pancake batter for a subtle twist that elevated breakfast to a gourmet treat he sprinkled cinnamon sugar cinnamon on butter toast for a quick and satisfying snack she grated fresh ginger and added cinnamon to the carrot soup for depth and warmth he infused his rice pudding with cinnamon sticks and vanilla pods for a comforting dessert she drank a teaspoon of raw cinnamon in tea as an herbal remedy believed to support metabolism he roasted butternut squash with a drizzle of olive oil salt and a dusting of cinnamon for a fall inspired side she baked cinnamon rolls bright and early filling the house with that unmistakable sweet scent he stirred cinnamon into his hot chocolate to add complexity and a hint of spice she mixed melted butter and cinnamon sugar to coat her churros before serving them hot he sprinkled a blend of nutmeg and cinnamon on roasted pumpkin seeds for a savory snack she crushed a cinnamon stick and ground it into her spice rub for grilled pork chops he added a pinch of cinnamon to his chili to introduce an unexpected warm note she stirred coconut milk with cinnamon and cardamom for a fragrant vegan chai latte he dusted cinnamon sugar cinnamon over baked pears for an elegant plated dessert colander noun a colander is a bowl-shaped kitchen utensil with holes used for draining liquids from pasta vegetables or fruits she poured the cooked spaghetti into a large colander in the sink to strain off the boiling water quickly he rinsed harvested spinach in a colander to remove grit before tossing it into the salad spinner they used a fine mesh colander to drain yogurt when making thick Greekstyle yogurt at home she placed frozen peas in a colander and ran cold water over them to defrost rapidly he drained canned chickpeas in the colander before adding them to his hummus recipe she lifted the colander bowl from the pot to let her boiled potatoes steam dry for the perfect mash he used the colander to rinse quinoa thoroughly removing its bitter coating before cooking she dumped the blanched broccoli florits into the colander to cool under running water and preserve color he shook the colander gently to remove excess liquid from the sauteed mushrooms she lined the colander with cheesecloth to strain homemade ricotta cheese without losing curds he drained the cooked rice in the colander when his rice cooker malfunctioned midcycle she poured off the pickle brine through the colander to season fresh cucumbers quickly he strained fresh berries in the colander before folding them into his cake batter she used a plastic colander to wash strawberries under a gentle spray to avoid bruising them he held the colander over a bowl to catch the drained broth when making vegetable stock she stacked bowls inside each other placing a colander on top to save space in the cabinet he rinsed tofu cubes in the colander before pressing them to remove excess water she placed the cooked in the colander and gently shook to drain evenly he bought a foldable silicone colander that locked onto the pot for hands-free draining that concludes our detailed journey through six essential words each brought to life with 20 rich examples we hope these vivid illustrations help you feel confident using bread winner cashew casserole chop cinnamon and colander in your daily conversations and culinary adventures thanks for tuning in to today’s episode join us next time for more vocabulary insights goodbye and happy learning
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