Preparation and Pre-Prep · Beginner
Pre-Cooking Setup
Learn the power of mise en place: organize your ingredients, equipment, and cooking sequence before you turn on the stove.
What Will You Learn in This Lesson?
- Prepare all ingredients before turning on the stove
- Arrange equipment within reach in order of use
- Plan the cooking order for ingredients with different cooking times
- Keep the workspace organized and safe while cooking
- Keep raw meat within a safe temperature range
Equipment You’ll Need
Required
- Small bowls or containers
- Cutting board
- Knife
Optional
- Kitchen scale
Alternative
- If you do not have a small bowl: use a combination of a plate and a deep bowl.
Safety
- Do not leave raw meat at room temperature for more than 30 minutes.
- Do not use a knife on a wet or slippery countertop.
Course Content
7 sections
37 lessons
9 sa 41 dk total
Boiling: More Than Just Water
Written lesson
Free 20 min
Pan-Cooking Techniques
Written lesson
Free 16 min
Oven Cooking Techniques
Written lesson
Free 15 min
Basic Cooking Methods
Written lesson
Free 10 min
Controlling Heat and Cooking Time
Written lesson
Free 15 min
Stovetop Cooking Techniques
Written lesson
Free 15 min
Kitchen Layout and Work Area
Written lesson
Free 15 min
Basic Tools Used in the Kitchen
Written lesson
Free 12 min
Food Safety and Hygiene Rules
Written lesson
Free 15 min
Measurement Units and How to Use Them
Written lesson
Free 15 min
A Guide to Reading and Understanding Recipes
Written lesson
Free 15 min
Essential Knife Types and How to Use Them
Video lesson
Free 20 min
Vegetable and Fruit Prep Techniques
Written lesson
Free 15 min
Safe Knife Skills
Written lesson
Free 18 min
Chopping Techniques
Written lesson
Free 20 min
Slicing Techniques
Written lesson
Free 20 min
Cube and Strip Cutting Techniques
Written lesson
Free 20 min