Seattle Chef Chad Christian Clift has worked in the Culinary Arts for decades. His extensive training and work experience in and out of the kitchen has earned him a positive reputation in the upper northwest of the United States. Over the years, Clift has developed a set of tips and techniques that not only make his daily kitchen adventures easier, but are applicable to many home cooks.
According to Clift, one of the most important tips for cooking a successful meal is the need to stay organized. A well thought out recipe or menu is only as successful as the organization that went into the preparation. Additionally, keeping your work area clean and organized will make cooking much more enjoyable and you’ll be less likely to make mistakes. While there are some instances where a chef or home cook can simply throw items together and have the results turn out wonderfully, when creating a special meal or a new recipe there must be more preparation.
The first thing to do is to gather all of your supplies and ingredients. Having everything out and accessible will make the actual cooking process that much easier. Doing this also allows the cook or chef to know what ingredients they have in house already, and which need to be purchased. There is nothing worse than thinking you have an ingredient, going to use that ingredient, and discovering that you are out of stock. Chad Christian Clift always keeps a strict eye on his pantry and refrigerator in order to make sure that he knows what he has at all times.
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