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Zusammen Abendessen kochen
Cooking DinnerHero phraseAbendessen kochencooking dinner
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6 phrases from “Zusammen Abendessen kochen”
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Abendessen kochenHero phrase
Abendessen kochencooking dinner
- Lass uns heute Abendessen kochen statt zu bestellen.Let's cook dinner today instead of ordering.
- Wer möchte mit mir Abendessen kochen?Who wants to cook dinner with me?
den Tisch deckenPhrase 1
den Tisch deckensetting the table
- Bitte den Tisch decken, das Essen ist gleich fertig.Please set the table, the food is almost ready.
- Die Gäste kommen – wir müssen noch den Tisch decken.The guests are coming – we still have to set the table.
das Rezept lesenPhrase 2
das Rezept lesenreading the recipe
- Ich muss kurz das Rezept lesen, bevor ich anfange.I need to read the recipe quickly before I start.
- Kannst du bitte das Rezept lesen und mir die Mengen sagen?Can you please read the recipe and tell me the amounts?
Gemüse schneidenPhrase 3
Gemüse schneidencutting vegetables
- Du kannst schon Gemüse schneiden, ich hole Öl.You can start cutting vegetables, I'll get the oil.
- Vorsichtig Gemüse schneiden, das Messer ist scharf.Cut the vegetables carefully, the knife is sharp.
die Suppe probierenPhrase 4
die Suppe probierentasting the soup
- Komm, die Suppe probieren – fehlt noch Salz?Come on, taste the soup – does it still need salt?
- Vor dem Servieren will ich die Suppe probieren.Before serving I want to taste the soup.
die Küche aufräumenPhrase 5
die Küche aufräumencleaning up the kitchen
- Nach dem Essen die Küche aufräumen, okay?Clean up the kitchen after the meal, okay?
- Müde oder nicht, wir sollten die Küche aufräumen.Tired or not, we should clean up the kitchen.
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00:00Intro
Hello Mia! What smells so good here?
Hello Lukas! I am currently cooking a delicious vegetable soup.
You are cooking yourself today? How wonderful!
Yes! Cooking yourself is really great fun.
In the past, I ordered pizza almost every day.
Pizza is delicious, but cooking yourself is healthier.
In the past, I often ate all alone.
Eating alone is sometimes a bit boring.
Cooking is more fun with good friends.
And you also save a lot of money!
That is true, cooking connects many people.
Today we talk about cooking at home.
We learn six important expressions for beginners.
Our first topic today is: cooking dinner.
That means in English: cooking dinner.
Do you actually cook at home every evening?
Almost every day! And how is that with you?
I especially like cooking together with friends.
Standing together in the kitchen is great.
You talk, laugh, and prepare everything.
Today we tell a very funny story.
And we talk about a German tradition.
Do people in Germany always eat warm food in the evening?
Or do many people only eat cold bread?
We will tell you that right away in the second part!
Lukas, you cooked yesterday evening, right?
Yes! I wanted to cook dinner yesterday.
Did you have guests in your apartment yesterday?
My two friends, Leon and Jonas, were there.
What did you want to cook for your friends?
I wanted to cook a large vegetable soup.
That sounds healthy, delicious, and very colorful.
In the afternoon, I went shopping at the supermarket.
What all did you buy at the supermarket?
I bought tomatoes, carrots, potatoes, and onions.
Did you also bring fresh herbs and spices?
Yes, I bought parsley, salt, and pepper.
And how was the start in the kitchen?
We turned on soft music in the kitchen.
Nice music while cooking creates a great atmosphere.
At first, everything was wonderful and very quiet.
But then there was a big problem?
My only cooking pot was unfortunately much too small!
Pardon? Your pot was too small?
All the chopped vegetables did not fit inside.
Oh dear! What did you do at that moment?
I stood there and did not know what to do.
Did your friends help you in the kitchen?
Fortunately, Leon lives in the same building!
Did he run quickly to his apartment?
He immediately brought his huge soup pot.
Great luck! Then the meal was saved.
We could finally cook our big dinner.
And did the big pot work well?
Yes, the soup cooked perfectly in it.
Did the soup taste good to everyone in the end?
It tasted fantastic, warm, and fresh.
That is a wonderful story about friendship.
Cooking together simply brings more joy.
Do you know what many Germans eat in the evening?
Many people traditionally eat cold evening bread.
Right! Evening bread is an old tradition.
One eats dark bread with butter and cheese.
Often there is also ham, tomatoes, or cucumbers.
Do you know why it is traditionally called Abendbrot?
Because cold bread back then was quickly prepared!
Evening bread is quick and very simple.
But on weekends, many families cook warm meals.
Especially with friends, people enjoy cooking together.
A shared cooking evening is very popular in Germany.
People sit together at the table for hours.
That is cozy and makes life beautiful.
Let us now come to our second expression.
Which term is next on the list?
Our second expression is: setting the table.
That means in English: setting the table.
Before eating, we have to set the table.
You need deep plates for the hot soup.
And you lay out forks, knives, and spoons.
Large glasses for water also belong there.
Many people also place napkins on the table.
A candle on the table makes everything cozy.
Sometimes you also add fresh flowers.
Beautiful flowers make the table especially pretty.
Do your guests also set the table at your place?
My friends always help gladly and very diligently.
Now we come to our third expression.
Which expression is next in turn?
The third expression is: reading the recipe.
That means in English: reading the recipe.
A cooking recipe explains all important ingredients.
And it shows the individual steps in cooking.
Do you always read an exact recipe while cooking?
Me? Never! I prefer cooking freely by feel.
Really? I always have to read the recipe very carefully.
I like to try new things spontaneously.
If I do not read a recipe, I feel afraid!
That is the big difference between the two of us.
Here comes our important question for you!
Are you Team Lukas, or Team Mia?
Team Lukas cooks spontaneously and without any plan.
And Team Mia reads every step very carefully.
Both ways can lead to great food.
Our fourth important expression is: cutting vegetables.
That means in English: cutting vegetables.
Before cooking, one must cut vegetables thoroughly.
I cut carrots, bell peppers, tomatoes, and onions.
How do you prefer cutting carrots?
I like cutting carrots into small slices.
And onions are best cut into cubes.
Small cubes cook softer in the soup much faster.
Do you actually also cry often when cutting onions?
Yes, almost every time! My eyes burn during it.
A very sharp knife really helps against that.
And you have to watch out carefully for your fingers.
Mia, I read an interesting survey yesterday.
A survey? What exciting thing was in the survey?
How many people in Germany cook regularly themselves?
Let me guess briefly: Maybe forty percent?
I read that it is actually over seventy-two percent!
Really? Over seventy percent cook almost every day?
Yes, especially young people enjoy cooking again.
How long do people stand in the kitchen?
Guess once more: How many minutes does cooking take?
I estimate maybe twenty-five minutes?
Most people cook for about forty-five minutes.
That is perfect for a fresh dish.
Let us now come to our fifth important expression.
Our fifth term is: tasting the soup.
That means in English: tasting the soup.
While cooking, one should always taste the soup.
You check whether enough salt and pepper is inside.
I always take a small spoon for that.
You have to be careful because the soup is hot.
If flavor is lacking, you add some more spices.
What do you do if the soup is too salty?
Then I simply add some water.
A great trick to save the meal!
Fresh herbs like parsley always fit perfectly.
That way the food tastes really delicious in the end.
And which expression completes our list today?
The sixth expression is: cleaning up the kitchen.
That means in English: cleaning up the kitchen.
After eating, you have to clean up the kitchen.
That is definitely not my favorite task!
Nobody likes washing dirty pots and plates.
Do you actually have a dishwasher in your kitchen?
Yes, fortunately I have a dishwasher.
A dishwasher really saves an incredible amount of work.
Big pots are washed by hand.
Together, cleaning up goes twice as fast.
One person washes up, another dries.
Then we quickly wipe down the kitchen table.
And already the whole kitchen shines beautifully again.
Now we know all six important expressions!
Lukas, now we do our popular practice quiz!
I am absolutely ready for your exciting questions!
I describe ten everyday situations, and you answer.
Wonderful, I look forward to this task!
Situation one: It is seven o'clock in the evening.
Your friends are hungry. What do you suggest?
In this situation, I clearly say:
Come on in, everyone, we want to cook dinner together!
Very well solved! That is a great invitation.
Situation two: The food is almost ready in the oven.
The table is still empty. What do you do?
Very simple! I go set the table immediately.
Perfect! Please do not forget the glasses and napkins.
Situation three: You want to cook a new dish.
You do not know what to do next. What do you do first?
Then I have to read the recipe calmly.
Excellent! The recipe explains every step very carefully.
Situation four: Fresh bell peppers and onions are ready.
You stand at the cutting board. What is your task?
Here fits perfectly: I will now swiftly cut vegetables.
Great! Watch out carefully for your hands.
Situation five: The soup is boiling on the hot stove.
You do not know how it tastes. What do you do?
Then I take a spoon to taste the soup.
Very right! That way you know if salt is still missing.
Situation six: All guests are full and very happy.
But the pans are dirty. What comes now?
Only one thing helps: We must clean up the kitchen.
Wonderful! Together, cleaning up is even fun.
Situation seven: Your roommate comes home tired.
He had a lot of stress. What do you offer?
In this case, I say kindly to him:
Rest up, I will cook dinner for us!
A very kind and sweet idea!
Situation eight: You have two guests in the kitchen.
Everyone wants to help. How do you divide the tasks?
I say: Lisa can cut vegetables, and Paul can set the table!
Great organization! Everyone helps at the same time.
Situation nine: Your soup already looks very good.
You want to check the spices. What do you do?
Very clearly, I will taste the soup once again.
Very good! Tasting is the secret of good cooks.
Situation ten: After cooking, dishes are standing around everywhere.
Your friends want to leave. What do you say before that?
Here is a clear answer from me:
Please help me briefly to clean up the kitchen!
Fantastic, Lukas! You solved all ten situations perfectly.
You can really use these expressions every day.
That was a really instructive episode today.
With us, no food will burn today, guaranteed!
And fortunately you have a big cooking pot!
Now comes our important speaking task for you!
Exactly, a practical task for daily life.
Tomorrow before dinner, think of this sentence:
I want to cook a delicious dinner today.
Stand in front of the mirror at home tomorrow.
Say this sentence three times out loud in front of the mirror!
Speak the sentence clearly, loudly, and with joy.
Please also write to us in the comments.
Are you Team Lukas, or are you Team Mia?
We are very curious about your many comments!
Thank you very much for listening diligently today.
Until next time, and enjoy your meal when cooking!
Du bist dranYour turn
Übung mit 6 echten SituationenPractice with 6 real situations
1Abendessen kochenAbendessen kochen
Dein Freund will heute Abend Pizza bestellen. Du willst lieber selbst kochen. Was sagst du?
Your friend wants to order pizza tonight. You want to cook at home. What do you say?2den Tisch deckenden Tisch decken
Das Essen ist fast fertig. Teller und Gabeln sind noch im Schrank. Was sagst du?
The food is almost ready. The plates and forks are still in the cupboard. What do you say?3das Rezept lesendas Rezept lesen
Ihr wollt jetzt kochen. Du willst zuerst noch ins Kochbuch schauen. Was sagst du?
You want to cook now. First you want to look in the cookbook. What do you say?4Gemüse schneidenGemüse schneiden
Das Gemüse liegt auf dem Brett. Das Öl ist noch im Schrank. Was sagst du?
The vegetables are on the board. The oil is still in the cupboard. What do you say?5die Suppe probierendie Suppe probieren
Die Suppe ist heiß. Du willst wissen, ob Salz fehlt. Was sagst du?
The soup is hot. You want to know if it needs salt. What do you say?6die Küche aufräumendie Küche aufräumen
Ihr habt gegessen. Die Küche ist voll mit Tellern. Was sagst du?
You have eaten. The kitchen is full of plates. What do you say?Today's small task
Tomorrow before dinner, think of this sentence:Tomorrow before dinner, think of this sentence:
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