Author : Dominic Donaldson

They say that a bad workman blames his tools, but a good cook relies on quality cookware Whether you are a Delia or a Jamie, having the right tools for creating a culinary masterpiece is essential Here we offer up a few ideas for delicious dishes based on the basic cookware that can be found in most kitchens

Stockpot

The stockpot is a great kitchen all rounder Soups and stews, curries and chili con carne can all be cooked to perfection with this versatile pot Its strength lies in its size and the capacity for food to be cooked slowly for many hours If you find yourself offering to cook up a feast for a few friends, then the stockpot is the cookware of choice Simply throw in the meat and vegetables of choice and add passata, chopped tomatoes and even a splash of fresh cream and season according to your dish

The basic ingredients of onion, tomato and garlic are an excellent base to work on using this pot These ingredients can be seasoned with herbs to give a hearty English stew, or with spices for an authentic Indian curry These dishes taste better the longer they are left to cook, and the stockpot is a perfect vessel for such dishes, and saves on the washing up too

Frying Pan

The humble frying pan is probably one of the most versatile items of cookware in a kitchen It is an essential piece of equipment, and without one many dishes are impossible to make Frying onions and spices as a base for a sauce, making a traditional English fried breakfast and the oh so humble omelet would all be impossible without a frying pan There are of course a variety of types and sizes, but if purchasing a good all rounder, go for a twelve inch one with high but sloped sides If you can get one with a lid, all the better, it will extend the range of dishes it can be used to prepare for, such as poaching fish

A firm favourite for the frying pan here is to create a Spanish tortilla, which could be described as a glorified omelet Simply fry onions and garlic in a little olive oil and season with salt, pepper and basil; next add some thinly sliced potato followed by well beaten eggs Make sure you cook the dish slowly so as not to burn the base of the tortilla When the mixture appears to have nearly set, sprinkle the top liberally with parmesan cheese and pop under the grill to brown To serve, cover the pan with a plate tip the tortilla out of the pan

Sauce Pan

I once lived with only once sauce pan, but this basic piece of cookware was my best friend As long as it is larger than a milk pan and has a lid, the amount of dishes that can be whipped up are limitless From heating beans to boiling potatoes, it is difficult to get by in the kitchen without a sauce pan As the name states, the purpose of this pot is primarily to create sauces A few simple ingredients can be turned into a dish worthy of Masterchef by conjuring up a simple sauce

A great treat is searing off an ostrich steak, much the same as you would a traditional beef one and covering it with a red wine and blackberry sauce Place a small amount of oil in the sauce pan and throw in some in the fruit, warm gently then add generous amounts of red wine Heat until bubbling and the blackberries are starting to reduce then pour over the meat Delicious!

Dom Donaldson is an expert in the catering industry.
Find out more about Cookware and the range available for professional and home cooking at Massive Housewares.

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A great way to have a continuous supply of herbs for cooking is by growing culinary herbs in your own garden There are many great herbs have been used for thousands of years to add flavor to a variety of dishes Herbs can have a tang to them, or they can be spicy or even salty, or they can be simply delicious For any recipe out there, there is the perfect herb

Parsley is an herb best applied to a fish dinner but this popular herb can be bestowed upon a variety of meals with appetizing results Do not downgrade your parsley to a simple decorative role with your meal; enjoy it in your chosen recipe for the day For more details go to www dishadvice com The most common ingredient in recipes is Thyme Thyme is made from the leaves of a woody-stemmed plant that is small in size This herb works wonders when added to tuna casserole It is brilliant in sauces for beef or in stews, and in chicken or cheeses It seems that almost any dish can benefit when a bit of thyme is added

One beautifully pungent herb used as a common addition to Italian dishes — Basil — is used for good reason It adds what many chefs like to call the ‘right’ touch This is an herb of many uses, whether used for varieties of recipes from colorful pastas to cheesy pizzas, and is recommended greatly when preparing one’s tomato sauce for sophisticated, delicious pasta dishes

Use aniseed for a spicy kick Aniseed is related to Tarragon The narrow leaves of the herb leave a delightfully spicy flavor to fish and mayo Anise oil has a licorice-like flavor that compliments many dishes and is used to make artificial licorice

Growing culinary herbs is so easy that anybody can do it They are actually one of the easiest plants to grow and need only sunshine, water and soil They are very resistant to disease and can endure adverse conditions well

Another popular favorite is coriander seeds, which are derived from the cilantro plant Parks and curries taste fantastic with a little zing from the citrus coriander seed Their mild and sweet zest creates delicious chutney, as well Another herb with a bit of kick is dill It lends itself perfectly to dressing up a plain old salad or for use in pickling Added to chutney in combination with olive oil, it can’t be beat For more details go to www chef-123 com Cooking makes heavy use of all the herbs that are derived from mint Sage is one of the most popularly found in American kitchens, followed by rosemary Peppermint is also great to add a zesty smell and taste to any dish Any type of mint is a great complement to veal and potato dishes, soups, and even jellies and jams!

It’s less common for people to grow saffron, but anybody with a sense of adventure should try it Its tangy, honey-like flavor is a delightful departure from the more “traditional” herbs Turkish people add saffron to rice pudding, but it can also be used in chicken or fish dishes

Growing culinary herbs can benefit you in a number of ways They can be an excellent addition to your cooking plus growing them can be a fun hobby in and of it Adding them to your cooking can transform an everyday meal into a culinary delight

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A great way to have a continuous supply of herbs for cooking is by growing culinary herbs in your own garden There are many great herbs have been used for thousands of years to add flavor to a variety of dishes Herbs can have a tang to them, or they can be spicy or even salty, or they can be simply delicious For any recipe out there, there is the perfect herb

Parsley is an herb best applied to a fish dinner but this popular herb can be bestowed upon a variety of meals with appetizing results Do not downgrade your parsley to a simple decorative role with your meal; enjoy it in your chosen recipe for the day For more details go to www dishadvice com The most common ingredient in recipes is Thyme Thyme is made from the leaves of a woody-stemmed plant that is small in size This herb works wonders when added to tuna casserole It is brilliant in sauces for beef or in stews, and in chicken or cheeses It seems that almost any dish can benefit when a bit of thyme is added

One beautifully pungent herb used as a common addition to Italian dishes — Basil — is used for good reason It adds what many chefs like to call the ‘right’ touch This is an herb of many uses, whether used for varieties of recipes from colorful pastas to cheesy pizzas, and is recommended greatly when preparing one’s tomato sauce for sophisticated, delicious pasta dishes

Use aniseed for a spicy kick Aniseed is related to Tarragon The narrow leaves of the herb leave a delightfully spicy flavor to fish and mayo Anise oil has a licorice-like flavor that compliments many dishes and is used to make artificial licorice

Growing culinary herbs is so easy that anybody can do it They are actually one of the easiest plants to grow and need only sunshine, water and soil They are very resistant to disease and can endure adverse conditions well

Another popular favorite is coriander seeds, which are derived from the cilantro plant Parks and curries taste fantastic with a little zing from the citrus coriander seed Their mild and sweet zest creates delicious chutney, as well Another herb with a bit of kick is dill It lends itself perfectly to dressing up a plain old salad or for use in pickling Added to chutney in combination with olive oil, it can’t be beat For more details go to www chef-123 com Cooking makes heavy use of all the herbs that are derived from mint Sage is one of the most popularly found in American kitchens, followed by rosemary Peppermint is also great to add a zesty smell and taste to any dish Any type of mint is a great complement to veal and potato dishes, soups, and even jellies and jams!

It’s less common for people to grow saffron, but anybody with a sense of adventure should try it Its tangy, honey-like flavor is a delightful departure from the more “traditional” herbs Turkish people add saffron to rice pudding, but it can also be used in chicken or fish dishes

Growing culinary herbs can benefit you in a number of ways They can be an excellent addition to your cooking plus growing them can be a fun hobby in and of it Adding them to your cooking can transform an everyday meal into a culinary delight

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They say that a bad workman blames his tools, but a good cook relies on quality cookware. Whether you are a Delia or a Jamie, having the right tools for creating a culinary masterpiece is essential. Here we offer up a few ideas for delicious dishes based on the basic cookware that can be found in most kitchens

Stockpot

The stockpot is a great kitchen all rounder. Soups and stews, curries and chili con carne can all be cooked to perfection with this versatile pot. Its strength lies in its size and the capacity for food to be cooked slowly for many hours. If you find yourself offering to cook up a feast for a few friends, then the stockpot is the cookware of choice. Simply throw in the meat and vegetables of choice and add pasta, chopped tomatoes and even a splash of fresh cream and season according to your dish.

The basic ingredients of onion, tomato and garlic are an excellent base to work on using this pot. These ingredients can be seasoned with herbs to give a hearty English stew, or with spices for an authentic Indian curry. These dishes taste better the longer they are left to cook, and the stockpot is a perfect vessel for such dishes, and saves on the washing up too.

Frying Pan

The humble frying pan is probably one of the most versatile items of cookware in a kitchen. It is an essential piece of equipment, and without one many dishes are impossible to make. Frying onions and spices as a base for a sauce, making a traditional English fried breakfast and the oh so humble omelet would all be impossible without a frying pan. There are of course a variety of types and sizes, but if purchasing a good all rounder, go for a twelve inch one with high but sloped sides If you can get one with a lid, all the better, it will extend the range of dishes it can be used to prepare for, such as poaching fish.

A firm favourite for the frying pan here is to create a Spanish tortilla, which could be described as a glorified omelet Simply fry onions and garlic in a little olive oil and season with salt, pepper and basil; next add some thinly sliced potato followed by well beaten eggs Make sure you cook the dish slowly so as not to burn the base of the tortilla When the mixture appears to have nearly set, sprinkle the top liberally with parmesan cheese and pop under the grill to brown To serve, cover the pan with a plate tip the tortilla out of the pan

Sauce Pan

I once lived with only once sauce pan, but this basic piece of cookware was my best friend As long as it is larger than a milk pan and has a lid, the amount of dishes that can be whipped up are limitless From heating beans to boiling potatoes, it is difficult to get by in the kitchen without a sauce pan As the name states, the purpose of this pot is primarily to create sauces A few simple ingredients can be turned into a dish worthy of Masterchef by conjuring up a simple sauce

A great treat is searing off an ostrich steak, much the same as you would a traditional beef one and covering it with a red wine and blackberry sauce Place a small amount of oil in the sauce pan and throw in some in the fruit, warm gently then add generous amounts of red wine Heat until bubbling and the blackberries are starting to reduce then pour over the meat Delicious!

Dom Donaldson is an expert in the catering industry.
Find out more about Cookware and the range available for professional and home cooking at Massive Housewares.

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