1. remove something, often scum, from the surface of a liquid   Hint First letter clue   2. cut into very thin strips   First letter clue   3. stretch and press or massage something soft like dough with hands   First letter clue   4. heating milk till it nearly boils   First letter clue   5. sprinkle a powdered substance lightly so as to cover the top layer of food   First letter clue   6. beat cream, eggs, batter, etc. till thick and frothy   First letter clue   7. bake pie bases pricked well with a fork without filling   First letter clue