overnight soak
Prolonged water bath
An overnight soak is the practice of submerging something in liquid for an extended period, typically while you sleep.
Dried beans get an overnight soak to soften them and reduce cooking time.
The term applies to laundry, dishes, or anything that benefits from prolonged soaking: I'll give these pans an overnight soak.
- steepRising at sharp angle
- brineWater saturated with sodium
- marinadeSeasoned steeping liquid
- submergePlunge beneath liquid
- saturateSoak to full capacity
cold water · soften · soften up · beans · lentils · oats · water · bowl · kitchen · kitchen sink · counter · meal prep · morning · next morning · tender · hydrate · plump · absorb
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