Kitchen cooking tips

Before you start cooking, take a moment to gather and prepare all your ingredients ("mise en place"). Chop vegetables, measure out spices, and have everything ready to go. This not only makes cooking more efficient but also prevents you from feeling rushed during the cooking process
Cover the pot when bringing water to a boil. ...
After chopping food, use the dull end of a knife to scrape the contents from the work surface. ...
Heat stainless steel cookware correctly to keep food from sticking. ...
Use the correct measuring tool for the ingredient.