Seems simple enough. Right? Pick up a book, choose a recipe, start cooking. But no. If you want to get the most out of your new cookbook, take your time to get to know it! Here’s how I do it…
- Read the book and the recipes like any other book… get a feel for the story and how it’s being told.
- Read the recipe for ingredient and equipment needs, then gather your mise en place.
- Read the recipe one last time before cooking. This time, visualize each step as you go. Make mental notes of unusual techniques or transition places.
- Enjoy the process!
Want to know more about the Cookbook Club? Start by reading my post HERE.
Happy cooking!
I’d love to hear how you like to approach a new cookbook or recipe. Share your own experiences in the comments below.
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When I get a new cookbook, I often read through it and put little postit flags on recipes I want to try.
Same! I had so many little flags in so many books that I had to come up with a system for them… The ones on the top edge are the ones Ive made and would make again. The side are what I want to make. The bottom are the next recipes I plan to make. Happy cooking!