faire cuire

faire cuire
A verb phrase is a group of words that functions as a verb in a sentence to convey an action, condition, or state (e.g., jeter un sort, avoir faim).
verb phrase
a. to cook
Je vais faire cuire la viande pendant que les légumes mijotent.I'm going to cook the meat while the vegetables are simmering.
b. to bake (in an oven)
Fais cuire le gâteau à la bonne température.Bake the cake at the right temperature.
c. to boil (in water)
Mon colocataire sait à peine faire cuire un œuf.My flatmate can barely boil an egg.
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