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Simmering

Simmering is cooking in water at 185 degrees Fahrenheit or 27 degrees below the point of boiling. This method of cooking is employed where long, slow cooking is desired, as in making stews, soups and so forth; also for cooking tough cuts of meats.

As a rule, in both boiling and simmering, the kettle should be tightly covered.