stir/stirring

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idiotmike

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Dear all,

Can I use just "stir", "and stir" instead of stirring? and why use "stirring" in the below sentence?

Add egg, vanilla, and milk, stirring until well blended.

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I'd use and stir... if you add then stir and stirring if you add and stir at the same time.
 

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I'd use and stir... if you add then stir and stirring if you add and stir at the same time.
:up: This can be very important! If you're translating a recipe, make sure you use whichever word applies; otherwise, you'll cause a lot of disappointments in kitchens throughout your country. ;-)

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