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10 Things I’ve Learned About Cooking in Professional Kitchens
Chef Articles  /  December 28, 2025
by Scott Stokes

10 Things I’ve Learned About Cooking in Professional Kitchens

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Did You Know?

Ingredient Pairings

Apples and cinnamon are a classic pairing that creates a delicious balance of sweet and warm flavors. This combination is commonly used in desserts like apple pie and apple crumble.

Food Facts

Cinnamon comes from the bark of trees belonging to the Cinnamomum family. The bark is peeled and dried, curling into the familiar cinnamon sticks.

Cooking Tips

To easily peel ginger, use the edge of a spoon to scrape off the skin. This method is efficient and avoids wasting the flavorful flesh of the ginger root.

Ingredient Spotlight

Garlic is a versatile ingredient that adds flavor to a wide range of dishes. It has a pungent, savory taste and a distinctive aroma. Whether used in sauces, marinades, or stir-fries, garlic adds depth and complexity to recipes.

Foraging Facts

Spring is an excellent time for foraging wild greens like dandelion greens, wild garlic, and stinging nettle. These nutrient-rich greens can be used in salads, sautés, or even blended into pesto.

Baking Hacks

When making pastry dough, use ice-cold water to help keep the dough cold and maintain its flakiness. Cold water slows down the formation of gluten in the dough.

Culinary Terms

Deglazing is the process of adding liquid (such as wine, stock, or vinegar) to a pan to loosen the browned bits of food stuck to the bottom. This technique is often used to create flavorful sauces or gravies.

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