LEARN TO COOK- 7 EASY TIPS
1. Start simple
Find an easy to follow recipe that has a
few ingredients and limited prep. When
you first start to cook, you want to get the basics down; you will need to
become familiar with cutting, peeling, and measuring. (No one wants a meal that includes a few finger
stitches.)
2. Recipe search
It is very easy to find a recipe that you
will enjoy. You can buy a cookbook,
search online, or ask some friends. When
searching for a recipe, make sure you pick one that has step-by-step
instructions and uses simple terms. Being
new to the cooking game, you may not understand what julienne a carrot means. Check out these healthy and fast recipe ideas
3. Video instruction
Calling all visual learners, with the
magical world of the Internet, it is helpful to look up cooking video
instructions. You can search YouTube and
find videos on everything from cutting and measuring to prepping and cleaning
your ingredients. This is a channel I like to go to, see if it works for you!
4. Make it healthy
Since you are taking the time to cook for
yourself, make sure you are nourishing your body. Not only will you be learning a new skill but you will also be benefiting your health. Now this cooking thing is starting to look even better!
5. Hit the store with a list
When you go to the store, know what and how
much of everything you need. Make sure
you have the time to find the best ingredients; read labels, compare prices and
nutrition facts.
6. Slowly get adventurous
Once you have mastered the basics,
challenge yourself! Think of your
favorite restaurant meal, find a comparable recipe, and make it happen. You will never know how far your new skill
can take you until you try new things.
The worst that could happen is your taste buds get a little upset!
7. Have fun!
Like any hobby, cooking should be fun! Invite friends over for a dinner party; put on a silly apron, play some music, drink some wine and make a night of it. (Just have the numbers for some take out close by incase)
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