30+ Game Changing Cooking Tips

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A couple of weeks ago I reached out to the Budget Bytes Facebook community to share their favorite game-changing cooking tips, and the response was fantastic! The tips shared were so insightful and helpful that I decided to compile the top ones here for everyone to benefit from. The conversation is still ongoing, with more tips and ideas being added regularly, so be sure to check it out for the latest updates!



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Here are some of the top cooking tips shared by the community, ranked based on the number of comments and interactions:



Top Cooking Tips



1. Make Measuring Easier



Coat measuring spoons or cups in oil for easy release of sticky ingredients like honey or peanut butter.

Jenn


2. Upgrade Your Grilled Cheese



Use mayo on bread instead of butter for a tastier grilled cheese.

Shawna Cotton Beidler


3. Invest in Quality Kitchen Gadgets



Splurge on an immersion blender for versatile cooking options.

Gina Zaneri


4. Enhance Flavors with Better Than Bouillon



A jar of vegetable flavored Better Than BouillonA jar of vegetable flavored Better Than Bouillon


Use Better Than Bouillon for added depth of flavor in soups, sauces, and gravies.

Jennifer Keefer


5. Transform Tofu Texture




Freeze and defrost tofu to change its texture for recipes that require more firmness.

Julia Anker


Freezing tofu alters its texture, providing a perfect consistency for certain dishes.




6. Master Steak Cooking



For a juicier steak, use two pans on different heat levels to sear the edges before cooking on low/medium heat.

Kyle Hudson


7. Revamp Boiled Eggs



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Steam eggs instead of boiling them for easier peeling.

Lois Thurstan


Learn how to steam eggs for effortless peeling.



8. Elevate Your Recipes with Umami



Enhance the flavor of sauces and soups by adding anchovies or miso and finishing with butter for a rich and savory taste.

Mandy


9. Quick Corn on the Cob



Wrap corn on the cob in a wet paper towel and microwave for 5 minutes for perfectly cooked corn.

Donna Woodliff


10. Simplify Cleanup



Line baking pans with parchment paper for easy cleanup.

Anonymous


11. Instant Pot Hard Boiled Eggs



Use the Instant Pot for quick and easy hard-boiled eggs.

Marianne


12. Utilize the Oven for Cooking



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13. Embrace Frozen Vegetables



Use frozen vegetables for convenience and easy meal prep.

Paige Wright


14. Grease Cleanup Made Easy



Use a paper towel to absorb grease after cooking meats for easy cleanup.

Eileen


15. Perfectly Sautéed Mushrooms



Cook mushrooms in water until soft, then finish with butter for a non-greasy and flavorful result.

Mindy


16. Freeze and Portion



Portioned Tomato Paste


Freeze tomato paste in ice cube trays for easy portioning and less waste.

Anonymous


17. Recipes Hold Memories




Cherish family recipes as they hold special memories and traditions.

Heather Miker


Recipes can evoke nostalgia and treasured memories, making them more than just instructions.




18. Bulk Cook Ground Beef



Cook large batches of ground beef in a crockpot for easy and flavorful meals.

Kim Scott


19. Manage the Mess



Clean as you go to make cooking easier and more organized.

Sofia K.


20. Brighten Dishes with Acid



Use lemon juice or vinegar to add acidity and brightness to dishes.

Elise Durand


21. Salt is Key




Properly seasoning with salt enhances flavors and brings dishes to life.

Kristin Bergamini

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