Question: Fold potato with cheddar cheese
By: Arvin Sound
Published: November 21, 2010

What does it mean when they say fold potato and cheddar cheese?

Answers:
Chris Paulk

Folding is technique combining ingredients without stirring air out of the mixture.
I find it best to do by hand using a large spatula or heavy spoon.
Add the lighter mixture -like beaten egg whites or cream- to the heavier mixture like chocolate or a cake mix.
In a single action, run the spatula or spoon around the side, then along the base, of the bowl. Then fold the mixture over onto itself. Rotate the bowl about 90* Repeat until just combined.