Whether it's learning to salt properly (don't worry, it's okay in moderation!) or incorporating spices and herbs into your repertoire, these easy techniques will bring more excitement to everything you cook.
Salt is a necessary flavor enhancer. Add it in stages during cooking, tasting the dish along the way. For best results, pour salt into the palm of your hand or a small bowl and pinch between your fingers to add.
Spices are great on their own, or combined into a mixture known as a dry rub. To create a balanced mix, include each of these elements: salt, sugar (granulated or brown), pepper, and a spice or a combination of spices.
Herbs come in many textures and flavors. Sturdy herbs, like rosemary and thyme, can be added before cooking. Tender herbs, like basil and parsley, are better added at the end.
These simple and delicious spuds will make it into your regular dinner rotation. Leftover rosemary can be air-dried and then stored in a jar or a plastic bag for up to a year.
Make a full batch of this sweet-spicy rub and you'll have enough for two meals. Store the remaining rub at room temperature in an airtight container for up to a month.
