parchment paper

noun

1. a waterproof and grease-resistant paper produced by treating ordinary paper with concentrated sulfuric acid.

Word History and Origins

Origin of parchment paper¹

First recorded in 1855–60

Example Sentences

When the squash is almost done, line a large rimless baking sheet with parchment paper.

From Washington Post

Remove the pan bottom by sticking a long knife between it and the parchment paper.

From Washington Post

Line at least two large, rimmed baking sheets with parchment paper.

From Washington Post

Line 2 large, rimmed baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone baking mats.

From Washington Post

To serve, use the parchment paper to lift the mixture from the pan, then cut into pieces using a sharp knife.

From Washington Post

Fold the parchment paper with the dry ingredients in half and pour into the stand mixer.

From The Daily Beast

Cover crust with parchment paper and pour in baking beans or weights.

From The Daily Beast

Place the package, folded side up, on a sheet pan lined with parchment paper.

From The Daily Beast

Sift the dry ingredients over a piece of parchment paper and then pour into a medium bowl.

From The Daily Beast

Line with parchment paper and fill with rice or beans to weigh down the dough.

From The Daily Beast

Saw off the tops even, so they may be put back on the pumpkins as lids, scoop out and line with parchment paper.

From Project Gutenberg

The sample should be dipped a number of times, and then dried without rinsing between parchment paper.

From Project Gutenberg

The fabric should be dipped a number of times, and then dried, without rinsing, between parchment paper.

From Project Gutenberg

Indeed, it was purposely kept up, for the thick parchment paper had neither initial nor address.

From Project Gutenberg

The manufacture of parchment paper is an example of the practical utility of the chemical reaction between cellulose and acid.

From Project Gutenberg