Basic Skills Day31 Videos

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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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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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 […]
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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 […]
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How to Make a Simple Vinaigrette | Basic Kitchen Skills

Cheaper and healthier than store-bought salad dressing, a simple vinaigrette is a snap to make at home. It’s great on greens, vegetables and fruits. This basic skill teaches you the steps to balance flavors by using different vinegars, oils, herbs and spices. === 🍽🍸🥩 RECIPE === 2 egg yolks (1 tablespoon of Dijon mustard or […]

How to Supreme Citrus – Basic Kitchen Skills

You eat with your eyes, so learning how to supreme citrus is a skill every home cook or chef should know. Transform your salads, desserts, and cocktails with this essential culinary technique. === 🍽🍸🥩 TECHNIQUE === With a sharp knife, slice off the top and bottom of the fruit – the stem and blossom ends. […]
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How to Make your own Pesto Sauce – Basic Kitchen Skills

No need to buy pesto in a jar. I will show you how to make your own pesto sauce. This recipe is so easy, it is 6 ingredients and 6 minutes. It is perfect for dipping bread, topping fish, chicken, pasta and making your own sauces. It is so fresh and tasty, you will start […]
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How to Make Roasted Garlic – Basic Kitchen Skills

Roasting garlic brings out the natural sugars and deepens the flavor. I will show you how easy it is to make, and no special equipment is needed. Soft roasted garlic will be your new spreadable spice. === 🍽🍸🥩 RECIPE === 2 to 3 heads garlic Olive oil Salt Foil Preheat oven to 350°F /180°C Remove […]
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How to Poach an Egg – Basic Skills Day

It’s Basic Skills Day, so let’s learn how to poach an egg. Poaching an egg can seem like a daunting task, but it really is a basic skill that you can master with just a little practice. The secret is a little vinegar in the water, which helps the egg maintain its shape. === 🍽🍸🥩 […]

The Ultimate Guide to Perfect Vegetable Slicing: Mandolin vs V Slicer

Learn the difference between a mandolin and a V slicer and discover which one is best for consistent and precise vegetable cuts. Join us as we explore the pros and cons of each type and get ready to elevate your slicing skills. #VegetableSlicing #KitchenGadgets #MandolinVsVSlicer #PreciseCuts #CookingTips #KitchenTools #VegetablePreparation #MandolinSlicer #VSlicer #KitchenEssentials
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How to Prepare Avocados – Basic Kitchen Skills

Everyone loves their avocados on toast or in guacamole, but I have seen so many people butcher avocados trying to get the tender flesh out. Let me show you how to tell when an avocado is ripe plus safe and easy ways to prepare them for your recipes.
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Frying Pans 101 – The Tale of 3 Skillets | Basic Kitchen Skills

Non-Stick, Stainless Steel and Cast Iron are the 3 of the most popular materials when it comes to frying pans, but each has its own strengths and weaknesses. Frying Pans 101 will help you decide which pan is right for your cooking needs. We will explore how each skillet fares with heat distribution, ease of […]