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Why cooking technique matters more than ingredients, shown through pan cooking and preparation stages

Why Cooking Technique Matters More Than Ingredients (Most of the Time)

How Flavor Happens

January 2, 2026

We’re taught to believe that better food starts at the grocery store. Better steak. Better olive oil. Better tomatoes. Yet […]

cooking mindset, cooking techniques, flavor fundamentals, heat control, kitchen confidence

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The 5 Pillars of Flavor (And How to Use Them in Every Dish)

How Flavor Happens

December 22, 2025

You’ve followed the recipe perfectly. Right ingredients, right measurements, right timing. So why does the food taste… flat? Because most

balance, cooking mindset, flavor fundamentals, seasoning, texture

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How flavor actually happens in cooking using salt fat acid and heat

How Flavor Actually Happens (And Why Most Recipes Get It Wrong)

How Flavor Happens

December 16, 2025

Most recipes tell you what to do — add this, cook that, wait this long — but very few explain

balance, cooking mindset, cooking techniques, flavor fundamentals, kitchen confidence

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