How do I prevent a flat or unseasoned taste in bean or lentil dishes?
Season in layers, use aromatic vegetables like onion and garlic, and finish with acid or fresh herbs.
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Simmer bones (or vegetables for veggie broth) with water, herbs, and aromatics for several hours, then strain out the solids.
Browning enhances flavor due to the Maillard reaction, which occurs between amino acids and reducing sugars.
Use older eggs, add vinegar or baking soda to the boiling water, or start in hot water rather than cold.
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Use hardwood or charcoal for grilling, consider wood chips or chunks for smoking, and incorporate smoky spices or sauces.
Use cold butter and liquid, handle the dough minimally, and use a gentle touch when shaping.