I just thought I would compose a list of simple tricks I have learned in the kitchen over the years..
- Always start with a hot pan before putting anything into it.
- Trust your palate and the flavourings that you like.
- Clean as you go (it makes for easier clean up afterwards.)
- Learn from your mistakes and never make the same ones twice
- Always take care of the bartender and he/she will take care of you!
- Label date and organize - EVERYTHING - ALWAYS
- Make lists and be thorough
- Love what you make - Don't make something you are not proud of.
- Taste as you go
- Always re-season your dish when you add more ingredients to it
- Always use a wine or liquor in cooking that you would drink outside of cooking
- Always make 10 to 25% more than what you need to cover surprises (for big feast /party prep)
- Take care of your tools and equipment and they will last a long time.
- Do not wash chef knives or expensive stainless tools in dishwasher (it ruins the finish)
- DO NOT THROW OUT ANYTHING - think of making a soup sauce or stock out of the waste (when possible)
- You are only limited by your imagination.
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