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Cooking ingredient refers to any substance used in preparing a dish or meal.

Yes, certain ingredients can be substituted but it's important to understand how this might affect the end result.

Store different types of produce separately and at the correct temperature to extend their freshness.

Using unsalted butter allows you to control the amount of salt in your dish.

You can use non-stick cookware or use cooking methods like grilling, steaming or broiling that require less oil.

Rinsing removes any dust, dirt and helps to reduce excess starch which can make grains stick together.

You can chill the onions before cutting or use a sharp knife to reduce the release of chemicals that cause tears.

When cooking with alcohol, some of it evaporates but not all. It's best to avoid this if serving children or pregnant women.

Fresh ingredients bring more flavor to your food and are typically healthier with more nutritional value.

Yes, fresh herbs can be frozen, although this may change their texture and color.

It means adding salt, pepper or other seasonings gradually until it suits your palate.

While some ingredients can be used past their expiry date, others cannot. It's best to know which ones are safe and which aren't.

While both are leaveners, they are used in different circumstances and are not interchangeable.

Zesting refers to removing the outer, colored part of the peel which contains oils and gives flavor.

Blanching helps to preserve vegetables' vibrant colors, reduce bitterness and destroy bacteria before freezing.

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