Kitchen do’s and do not’s

Do’s
1) Always taste what you are coking, the only way you will know how it should taste.
2) Try to make 1 different item per week. This gives you and your family a chance to try a different item and expand their tastes.
3) Use fresh vegetables, herbs and fruit . This is when you will experience real flavor and make for a more enjoyable eating experience.
4) Do wash your hands when you start preparing something new, whenever you are to handle something new!
5) Ensure that all handles are turned in so that they do not accidentally get hooked and cause a spill or injury.
6) Wash all fruits and vegetables before use .
7) Thaw frozen protein in the refrigerator.
8) Read and follow the recipe if you have not done the dish before.
9) Ask questions , there is never a stupid question just a stupid answer.
10) Date and label any product that you are putting in the fridge or freezer so that you know what it is and when it was made.

Kitchen do not’s

1) Don’t pick up a hot pot or pan with a wet cloth, the water will heat quickly and could cause a very painful burn.
2) Don’t put hot food in the fridge tightly wrapped. Ensure that the food is allowed to cool down and then place it wrapped on a rack where air circulation can happen. If not it could cause bacteria growth and result in a food borne illness.
3) Don’t add fresh herbs to anything at the beginning of the cooking process. Add them close to the end for more flavor. The longer you cook them the more flavor they lose.
4) Don’t serve something to someone with an allergy unless you know what is in the product.
5) Don’t over season. It is always better to under season as then people can add what they like , remember when cooking for others, they may not have the same taste as you.
6) Don’t taste food with your fingers , ensure that you are using a spoon , then ensure that the spoon goes directly to the wash so that it will not be used again.
7) Don’t use a dull knife. A dull knife is more dangerous than a sharp one.
8) Don’t allow horseplay in the kitchen, there are too many things there that can cause injury.
9) Don’t serve anything that you would not eat yourself.
10) Don’t use a dirty cutting board, always clean it before you start again.