Basic Skills Day40 Videos

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How to Make Bechamel Sauce – 1 of the 5 Mother Sauces

Bechamel sauce is one of the five mother sauces that every cook should know. This basic kitchen skill begins with a blonde roux, which is butter and flour cooked together, then milk is added to turn it into a rich sauce. A good Bechamel sauce is key to making creamy casseroles, mac and cheese, lasagna […]
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03:53

How to Blanch Fresh Vegetables – Basic Kitchen Skills

How to blanch fresh vegetables is a basic kitchen skill that can be applied to a variety of fruits and vegetables. All you need is a pot of boiling water, a slotted spoon and an ice bath. Often used prior to freezing or canning, blanching can also be used in every day cooking as well. […]
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07:07

Chef Knives for Beginners – Basic Skills Day

It’s Basic Skills Day with Chef Knives for Beginners. A classic chef’s knife, with its broad, tapering blade, sharp tip and chunky handle is the workhorse of the kitchen. Practicing with one really will make you a better cook: they are sharper, stronger and they do more of the work for you than smaller knives. […]

Barbecue Sauce Made Simple – Make It Your Own Way!

Every family has their own Barbecue Sauce, from simple to complex, some sweet, some tangy, and some hot and spicy. But everyone needs a basic sauce to start from to develop their own. In the 1950s, Peter’s mother created a simple, inexpensive barbecue sauce that starts with tomato soup, not ketchup. The sauce is a […]
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04:27

How to Hone a Knife – Honing vs Sharpening | Basic Skills Day

How to Hone a Knife is an important knife maintenance skill. I will answer the question about honing vs sharpening and teach you the skill of honing to keep your knives sharper longer. While there are several types of honing steels available, a basic still will do the trick. Place a folded kitchen towel on […]

Breaking Down Chicken Breasts: A Simple Guide

Learn how to expertly break down a chicken and turn it into succulent split breasts. Follow along as we demonstrate the easy step-by-step process, from cutting through the bone to achieving perfectly prepared chicken. Enhance your culinary skills with this informative video! #ChickenButchery #CookingTips #EasyRecipe #HomemadeMeals #SavoryDelights #KitchenSkills #CulinaryArt #FoodPreparation #MasterChef #ChickenLover Full Video: https://youtube.com/shorts/PXVVuTY41bo […]
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07:03

Seasoning with Salt and Pepper to Taste – Basic Kitchen Skills

Seasoning with salt and pepper, you use them just about every day, but do you actually know how to use them to make your food taste better? Have you ever looked at a recipe and wondered just how much “salt to taste” really meant? The difference between a delicious meal and a pile of hot […]
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07:11

How to Sear Scallops – Sizzle Your Way to Scallop Perfection

Learn the secrets of how to sear scallops like a pro, with clear instructions and simple techniques anyone can master. Impress your friends and family with restaurant-worthy scallops – and it only takes 5 minutes! === 🍽🍸🥩 RECIPE === 16 ounces (450g) dry sea scallops 1 tablespoon olive oil 1 tablespoon butter Salt & Pepper […]

How to Make Fresh Pasta from Scratch | Your First Homemade Pasta Dough

Whether you’re a kitchen beginner or an experienced cook, making fresh pasta from scratch is a great way to explore new flavors and techniques. I will show you how to make homemade pasta dough step by step, and you will never open a box of dried pasta again. === 🍽🍸🥩 RECIPE === 1 Cup (160g) […]
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What is Mise en Place – Everything in its Place for Recipe Preparation

Mise en Place (MEEZ ahn plahs) which means “everything in its place” is a French term. It is a technique chefs use to assemble meals quickly and effortlessly. It works by having all your ingredients measured, weighed, chopped and cut as well as getting all the pans, mixing bowls, tools and equipment needed. Devoting one […]

Becoming A Citrus Cutting Pro: Perfecting The Art Of Citrus Supreme

Discover the secret to creating perfectly segmented grapefruit supremes. Learn how to skillfully remove the membrane and enjoy the juicy fruit without any bitter lines. #CitrusSupreme #FruitPreparation #KnifeSkills #GrapefruitLover #SegmentingTechnique #JuicyDelights #KitchenHacks #DeliciousYields #FruitGarnish #FoodPrep Full Video: https://youtu.be/YRD_dkmSHhQ === 📑 NEWSLETTER === Get ONE email a week with these recipes delivered to your inbox. No […]
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How to Make Scrambled Eggs for Beginners – Basic Kitchen Skills

Scrambling eggs is a basic skill every cook should have. Scrambled eggs should be light, fluffy and creamy, but most home cooks over cook them. Scrambled eggs for beginners will show you how easy it is and a good basic kitchen skill to have. A fun fact: most executive Chefs “audition” applicants by having them […]