Lists of things cooks must know are plentiful, and they often include the very basics of cooking—from how to bake fish to how to hard-boil eggs. But what's less plentiful are lists of the little tips and techniques that a cook with decades of experience knows like the back of their hand, but rarely thinks to impart on their friends, family, and loved ones. These tips are exactly the sort of thing that will help you feel more confident—and sometimes pretty darn cool—when you're trying to expand your culinary horizons and be more spontaneous at the stove. Read more... |