Note: This blog post is a sponsored conversation written by Lynn Smythe, the Founder and Chief Blogger for The Creative Cottage lifestyle blog. The opinions, thoughts, ideas and text are all mine.
Becoming a better cook doesn’t need to be difficult. You don’t need to go on a course, and you don’t need to invest in a pile of cookbooks either. In fact, sometimes it’s the smallest changes that have the biggest impact. Here are a few top tips to become a better cook.
Get the Right Equipment
If you want to become a better cook, then you have to make sure that you have the right equipment. Cutting boards are essential, and you should always choose the biggest one you can. The bigger your board is, the more room you will have for prepping ingredients and this can have a huge impact on your overall success.
If you want to know what other ingredients you should have, then consider mixing bowls and measuring cups. If you can, you should also invest in induction cooktops as well, as this will help you to control the heat you are cooking at much more efficiently. Of course, whole spices tend to be more fragrant than ground too, so a pestle and mortar is always a welcome addition to any kitchen.
Organize Your Workspace
Creating a workspace that is clutter-free is crucial. You need to keep all of your knives close-by and you also need to have your trash can nearby. The last thing that you need is to be dropping carrot peelings and onion skins all over the floor because your bin is tucked away somewhere inconvenient.
Shop Smart
If you want to get the best result out of your cooking adventure then you need to make sure that you have an idea of everything you need, in advance. You have to make sure that your shopping list is detailed and that you also have a good idea of the process. Familiarize yourself with the recipe and take into account the garnish you want to use too. Sometimes a little extra effort can go a really long way.
Stock Your Pantry
When you are making your shopping list, you need to keep your pantry in mind. Every time you get to the end of a bottle or tub, write it down on your list. This way you won’t come up empty-handed when the time comes for you to whip up an all-time family favorite.
Great Herbs and Spices
Herbs and spices really are essential if you want to make your food taste great. They give you the chance to create vibrant and even aromatic flavors without having to overdo the butter or even salt. If you can, you need to keep your spices as fresh as possible. A good rule of thumb is to throw away any spaces that you have had for more than a year. The main reason for this is because spices tend to Lose their aroma after this time so they may not come through as much in your dishes.
If you have space in your garden then it is also worth growing your own herbs. When you do this, you can have access to anything you need at all times and it is way cheaper than buying them at the supermarket. So there you go, our top tips to become a better cook.
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