parchment paper

American  

noun

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

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Etymology

Origin of parchment paper

First recorded in 1855–60

Example Sentences

Set the dough on a sheet of parchment paper and cover with an additional sheet before shaping the crackers with a rolling pin.

From Salon

Carefully, she unfolded the parchment paper to reveal my hat.

From Literature

Cut your sweet potatoes into 1/2-inch cubes and spread them evenly on a large sheet pan covered in parchment paper.

From Salon

Mother has given me some ink and parchment paper.

From Literature

Preheat the oven to 325°F. Line two baking sheets with parchment paper.

From Salon