🧑‍🍳 Kitchen Tips Cheat Sheet

Hey! Here are a few tips I try to keep in mind while working in the kitchen! I hope they help.

🍳 Cooking & Prep

• Room Temperature Ingredients: Butter, eggs, and dairy mix more evenly.

• Preheat Pans: Ensures better sear and browning.

• Use a Bench Scraper: Chop, transfer, or clean with ease.

• Salt Water for Veggies: Preserves flavor and brightens color.

🍪 Baking & Flavor

• Keep Brown Sugar Soft: Store with bread slice or marshmallows.

• Toast Spices: Releases oils and intensifies flavor.

• Don’t Overmix: Muffins, pancakes, cookies stay soft.

• Toothpick Test: Moist crumbs = perfect bake.

🥄 Efficiency & Organization

• Mise en Place: Prep all ingredients first for smooth cooking.

• Clean as You Go: Less stress, less mess.

• Freeze Herbs in Oil: Easy flavor boost for dishes.

• Keep Knives Sharp: Safer, faster prep.

🥘 Flavor Boosters

• Deglaze the Pan: Lift browned bits with wine, broth, or water.

• Add Acid: Lemon or vinegar brightens almost any dish.

• Season in Layers: Salt & spices at multiple stages enhance depth.

• Fresh vs Dried Herbs: Fresh at the end, dried during cooking.

🧼 Cleanup & Storage

• Line Baking Sheets: Quick cleanup and prevents sticking.

• Airtight Containers: Add paper towel for salads or baked goods.

• Repurpose Water: Save water from boiled veggies for soups or sauces.