Cooking Basics 101

Always remember these... They are the keys to becoming
the kind of cook everyone wants for their parties, dinners and romances.

Seasoning/Sauce Components

Italian- Basil, Marjoram, Garlic, Oregano, Rosemary, Thyme, parsley

Mexican- Chili, Red pepper, Cayenne, Garlic, Onion, cilantro

Jamaican Jerk- Garlic, Allspice, Cinnamon, Black Pepper, Onion, Thyme, Paprika, Cumin, brown sugar, Turmeric

Indian- Curry, Graham Masala, Cumin

Irish (Corned beef)- Powdered Mustard, Bay Leaves, Nutmeg, Pepper, Coriander

Oriental- Soy sauce, sesame oil, rice vinegar, brown sugar


Vegetables-

Corned Beef- Cabbage, carrots, potatoes

Italian- Brocolli, bell peppers, summer squash, zucchini, onion, mushrooms

Asian- Cabbage shreds, Onion, mushrooms, bell peppers, sugar snap peas, Water chestnuts

German sausage- Sauerkraut

Mexican- Chives, Tomatoes, Onions, lettuce shreds, jalapeños, cilantro, avocado

Chicken Soup- Carrots, peas, corn, celery

Beef stew- Carrots, peas, celery, potatoes

Chili- Tomatoes, corn, onion, bell peppers, red bean, pinto beans, black beans, *carrots, jalapenos


How To:

Make ground beef less oily? - Wash it in a strainer just like pasta before you season

Make chicken and asian dishes a little creamier and more tender? - cook it in butter or margarine

Make slow-cooked meats more succulent?- add wine to the broth

Make my oriental less salty? - less soy sauce, more sesame oil and rice vinegar

Make my plain boiled chicken or beef taste better? - Bullion and sugar in the water




More coming soon!