Soak 4 large wooden skewers in cold water until ready to use.

Soak noodles in hot water in large bowl for 20 minutes or until soft.

Soak mushrooms in 2 cups hot water for 1 hour, until soft.

Put the bulgur in a bowl of hot water, and soak for 10 minutes or until tender.

Soak chilies in 3 cups of hot stock until tender, about 10 minutes.

These wedges were then supposed to have been soaked in water until the rock split along the required line.

Soak the bread in water until tender, then wring it out.

If wooden skewers are used, soak them in cold water until ready to use.

Soak in hot water for 20-30 minutes until soft.

Soak chili peppers in vinegar for 30 minutes until soft.