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Friday 27 July 2012

Try These Tips To Learn How To Be A Good Cook

By Paul Walker


As with anything else, a novice must start somewhere The fact is that even professional chefs had to start somewhere. However, the ability to master the craft of cooking is something that any person can do. Eventually, you will be able to experiment with different spices, seasonings and ingredients to create new dishes. There are some wonderful ideas that will set you onto the road of success.

If you are cooking with garlic, you want to use the freshest clove that you can find. One rule to remember is that if you want sweet garlic, choose fresh garlic. Don't buy garlic that is soft, shriveled or bruised.

Make a lasting impression on family and friends alike by serving the perfect sandwich. The secret to a perfect sandwich is an even application of mayonnaise. Often people tend to hurry and the mayo ends up on only part of the sandwich. When you spread it evenly, every bite of your sandwich will be unfailingly flavorful.

Although you might have the urge to impress them by cooking fancy food, do not try new recipes when cooking for important people. The night you meet your in-laws is not the time to experiment, and the way to impress a date or your boss is to serve something you know they'll enjoy. Ensure that they enjoy their meal by cooking a dish that you are familiar with.

Make all necessary preparations for whatever you are planning on cooking before you start cooking. That way, you are able to prevent using a lot of gas or heat while cooking, and you provide safety when using hot oil or other dangerous things while distracted.

Leafy greens, like kale, collards and mustard greens, have many health benefits. However, they can be a little difficult to prepare at times. Removing the stems can be difficult and tiresome. The easiest way to remove the stem is to fold the leaf lengthwise in half; then break the tough stem out from it's middle. You can then use the knife to remove the stem from the folded leaf. Once you unfold the leaf, it will be de-stemmed and ready for use.

You can use some spices after food has already finished cooking. Choose from a variety of spices, including garlic powder, salt, cayenne, and pepper. People differ in their preferences for the amount and types of spice they like on their food. You could let everyone add the spices they like best on their plate rather than seasoning the whole dish. This will make it so everyone can have it their way.

Purchasing meat and fish with the bones intact can be very beneficial. Save the bones from cooked and raw meats in storage bags, and keep frozen until needed for stock.

Food is amazingly powerful; it provides the roots for all life. Apply the advice you learned and wow the people you love!




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