Soak wooden skewers before cooking with them. They need to sit in water for about half an hour before they are used. If you do not do this, your food may cook faster than you want, causing it to burn. To ensure that your food stays on the skewers, use two skewers instead of one …

For more flavorful dishes, make your own stock. Making it in huge quantities can allow you to store the leftover in some resealable bags in the freezer. Your yummy stock will be ready for you when you’re ready to create your next culinary treat or just make a simple soup. Making the stock yourself will …

While you are cooking, it’s a great idea to clean the dishes as you go. Have one sink prepared for washing, hot and full of soap. Set the other aside for rinsing, warm and clean. Washing your dishes is easier if you do not wait until the food gets dry and sticky. Make sure you …