Suite101 e-Book
Innovative Cooking

The fun of cooking comes when you can be creative and innovative in the kitchen - when you're no longer a slave to recipes, nor do you have to fall back on a few tried and true dishes. And it is surprisingly easy to get that comfortable. This anthology will give you the basics needed to begin expressing yourself in the kitchen. It starts by discussing the key ingredients needed to maximize flavor - salt, pepper, and fats. Following these articles are instructions in several versatile culinary techniques that work with a vast array of ingredients. The concluding articles teach how to pair wine with the meal and how to present that meal beautifully, but with minimal fuss.

Table of Contents

• Season to Taste, Part 1
• Season to Taste, Part 2
• Fats in Cooking: Why They’re so Important
• Choosing Specific Fats and Oils
• Braising Warms the Winter Soul
• The Gentle Art of Poaching
• Searing and Quick Pan Sauces
• Effective Breading
• Packet cooking
• Masterful Glazing
• Matching Food with Wine
• Simple Presentation Tips

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