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Got any kitchen magic that sets your cooking apart from others?

Posted by Tobey, October 6, 2008

Inspired by the recent cast iron pan posting, I am wondering about the things Serious Eats cooks might use on a daily basis in their kitchens that they know set their cooking apart. I love my cast irons, which I started using after the Teflon news and which I now absolutely adore and use for everything I can. Just great heat and versatility, for me.

I'm also in love with my Herbamare seasoned salt, having finally rediscovered it after many years, and use it as an all purpose seasoner to pretty great effect. It enhances the natural flavors of vegetables and is not too salty. It comes in a couple of variations as well - I could only find a U.K. link, not sure why. I used to use Herbes de Provence all the time, but find I don't need to with the Herbamare.

I also love Sambal Oelek - the Indonesian style spicy chili paste punches up any number of dishes, from sauteed vegetables like broccolini, to soups, spaghetti sauce and so on.

I am wondering what similar short cuts other readers might use on a virtually daily basis? Things you swear by, your own little tips and tricks you love, day in, day out?

Thanks for sharing!

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