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Standing time

GCSE Food Preparation and Nutrition · key term

Standing time

Definition

A pause after microwave heating that allows heat to spread through the food, helping reduce temperature differences.

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Eduqas GCSE Food Preparation and Nutrition · C560

Component 1

Stirring, turning where appropriate and standing time help heat spread through the food.
Revise: Using Equipment

Eduqas Food Preparation and Nutrition past papers

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Standing time — Eduqas GCSE Food Preparation and Nutrition Definition