According to The America's Test Kitchen Cooking School Cookbook, there are 12 things to consider in order to become the best cook. These steps will enhance your cooking skills when used.
1. Read the Recipe carefully
2. Follow Directions, at least the first time
3. Be Prepared
4. Start with Good Ingredients
5. Prepare Ingredients as Directed
6. Keep Substitutions to a Minimum
7. Used the Appropriately Sized Equipment
8. Preheat your Oven
9. Monitor the Dish as it Cooks
10. Taste the Dish before Serving
11. Learn from Your Mistakes
12. Enjoy Yourself
Ask questions in class to get more detailed information on these important 12 steps. Read Chapter 22 of the textbook "Equipping the Kitchen" (pages 306-329), Chapter 24 "Using Recipes" (pages 343-353), and finally Chapter 25 "Preparation Techniques" (pages 355-365) to prepare yourself by learning the skills for the best cooking experiences.
