'professionally-cooked' originates from the word 'professional,' which comes from Latin 'professio,' meaning 'public declaration,' and 'cook,' from Old English 'cōc,' derived from Latin 'coquus,' meaning 'a cook.'

The term 'professionally-cooked' evolved from combining 'professional' and 'cooked,' emphasizing the expertise involved in the cooking process.

Initially, 'professional' referred to a public declaration of expertise, and 'cook' meant someone who prepares food. Together, they now imply food prepared with professional skill.