Measuring and organizing every ingredient before you start cooking — sometimes called mise en place — makes the entire process smoother. It’s much easier to follow a recipe’s timing and steps closely when everything is already prepped and within reach.
Respect the Cooking Time
Whether you’re simmering a sauce, roasting vegetables, or searing meat, sticking close to recommended times and temperatures helps avoid the two most common mistakes: undercooking, which can leave food tough or raw, and overcooking, which can dry it out or burn it.
