Don’t Keep
Lifting the Lid
I know it’s tempting!
You want to peek. You want to smell it. You want to stir it.
Food
But every time you remove the lid, heat escapes and cooking time can increase. Keep that lid closed unless the recipe specifically tells you to open it.
Layer Ingredients Thoughtfully
Dense vegetables such as potatoes and carrots generally do well toward the bottom, where they can receive plenty of heat.
Then add meat and other ingredients according to the recipe.
Follow Tested Recipes for Timing
Slow
