Cooking 101- The Basics of Cooking

Cooking is a really enriching experience with endless combinations of flavors, ingredients and techniques. The class builds from the absolute basics like knife skills, understanding ingredients, stocks, mastering techniques of cooking eggs and chicken.

This class covers all the details and fundamentals required for you to master Basics of Cooking Skills

It combines simple ingredients through techniques and precision and enables us to make something really beautiful for the ones we love. The satisfaction of making beautiful dishes is so satisfying.

This course is designed for you to learn and understand concepts like types of knives , french knife cuts, techniques to make vegetable and chicken stock, different type of eggs and a classic French Fricasse

This is a Course suitable for students just starting out in their cooking adventure or have experience and want to improve their Cooking Skills. We will be making all the recipes from scratch and we will follow the step by step directions of the whole process together. I will also explain everything about the ingredients we are using.

The course will help everyone from complete BEGINNERs who have never baked before to PROFESSIONALS who cook in professional kitchens

The course will also make an amazing gift to your friend or a family relative who are aspiring bakers and want to pursue to become professionals or just want to have fun baking

Some skills you will learn:

Understanding the Different Types of Knives
Mastering Knife Skills by learning different French Cuts
Understanding Ingredients and Making Vegetable Stock
Essential Concepts to Build Strong Knife Skills
How to Make French and Asian Style Fried Egg
How to Make Mushroom and French Style Omelettes
How to Make Poached Eggs
How to Make Different Textures of Boiled Eggs
How to Debone a Chicken and Make Chicken Stock
How to Make Chicken Fricasse

Who this course is for:

"Cooking 101: Basics of Cooking" is a Class is for people passionate about Cooking
Beginners who havent cooked before but aspire to learn how to cook at home
Seasoned Chefs who want to improve their skill
This Course makes an excellent gift as well for your friends

Who this course is for:

Aspiring Chefs, Home Cooks, Professionals

What's inside

Learning objectives

Understanding the different types of knives
Mastering knife skills by learning different french cuts
Understanding ingredients and making vegetable stock
Learning different textures of boiled eggs
How to make different types of fried eggs

How to debone a chicken
Making a chicken stock from scratch
How to make chicken fricasse
Mastering country style and french omelettes

Understanding the different types of knives
Mastering knife skills by learning different french cuts
Understanding ingredients and making vegetable stock
Learning different textures of boiled eggs
How to make different types of fried eggs
How to debone a chicken
Making a chicken stock from scratch
How to make chicken fricasse
Mastering country style and french omelettes

Syllabus

Introduction

Class Outline and How to Download Class Resources

Tools to Start your Cooking Journey

Tools Required for the Class

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Develops knife skills, essential cooking techniques, and professional cooking skills, which are core skills for home cooks and professionals

Examines universal cooking fundamentals, which are highly relevant to cooking

Explores knife skills, which are standard in industry

Teaches cooking techniques, which helps learners develop professional cooking skills

Taught by Shubranshu Bhandoh, who are recognized for their work in cooking

Reviews summary

Mastering kitchen basics and knife skills

According to students, this course offers a solid foundation for anyone looking to learn the absolute basics of cooking. It is particularly highlighted for its excellent knife skills modules, which many found to be a game-changer, truly demystifying the process. The instructor's explanations are clear and patient, making even complex techniques like chicken deboning achievable and boosting culinary confidence. While highly praised by beginners, some more experienced learners found the content too basic or the pacing too slow. A few reviews also noted minor issues with audio quality in older lessons, and some wished for more diverse recipes beyond the core fundamentals.

Explanations are easy to follow, patient, and encouraging.

"The instructor's explanations are clear and easy to follow."

"The instructor's passion is infectious, and the video quality is top-notch."

"The instructor is very patient and encouraging."

"The instructor makes it fun and easy to understand."

Perfect for novices, breaking down complex cooking concepts.

"This course is absolutely fantastic for beginners!"

"As someone who could barely boil water, this course was a revelation!"

"Highly recommend for anyone starting their cooking journey. It covers the basics very well."

"Fantastic intro to cooking! My confidence in the kitchen has soared."

Master fundamental cutting techniques with confidence.

"The knife skills section was a game-changer for me, truly demystified the process."

"I finally feel confident with my knife work thanks to this course."

"The knife skills modules are a standout – very thorough and practical."

"I learned a lot about knife holding and basic cuts."

Occasional audio issues and limited recipe diversity were mentioned.

"I felt the production quality, especially the audio in some early lessons, could be improved."

"I found some of the video explanations a bit fast, and had to rewatch. Also, the audio could be clearer in some parts."

"I was hoping for more diverse recipes beyond just eggs and chicken fricasse."

"My main feedback is that it could use a few more diverse main dishes to apply the skills."

May be too basic or slow-paced for intermediate to seasoned chefs.

"As an intermediate cook, I found some sections a bit too basic and wished for more advanced recipes or variations."

"If you have any cooking experience, you might find it too slow-paced and repetitive."

"I enrolled as a 'seasoned chef' looking to brush up on French techniques, but this was far too basic. It's truly for '101' beginners, not professionals."

Activities

Be better prepared before your course. Deepen your understanding during and after it. Supplement your coursework and achieve mastery of the topics covered in Cooking 101- The Basics of Cooking with these activities:

Familiarize yourself with classical techniques in one of the iconic French cookbooks

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Reviewing a classic cookbook will allow you to familiarize yourself with classical French cooking techniques, ingredients, and dishes before embarking on this course.

View The French Chef Cookbook on Amazon

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Acquire a copy of Mastering the Art of French Cooking
Read the introduction and skim the table of contents
Choose 2-3 recipes that interest you and thoroughly read through the ingredients and instructions

Review the basics of nutrition

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Understanding the basics of nutrition can help you to develop healthy eating habits and meal plans.

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Read through a basic nutrition textbook or online resource
Watch videos or tutorials on the basics of nutrition
Take a quiz or assessment to test your knowledge of nutrition

Review basic cooking techniques

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Reviewing basic cooking techniques will help you to refresh your memory and ensure that you have a strong foundation before starting this course.

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Read through a basic cooking textbook or online resource
Watch videos or tutorials on basic cooking techniques
Practice basic cooking techniques, such as chopping vegetables, sautéing, and roasting

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Practice holding a knife and cutting vegetables

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Practicing knife skills is essential for success in cooking and will help you to be more confident and efficient in the kitchen.

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Watch a video tutorial on how to hold a knife
Practice holding a knife and cutting vegetables with supervision from a qualified chef or instructor
Practice cutting vegetables independently

Practice making different types of sauces

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Practicing making different types of sauces will help you to develop your skills and confidence in the kitchen.

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Gather the necessary ingredients and equipment
Follow a recipe to make a basic sauce, such as a bechamel or veloute
Experiment with different variations of the basic sauce
Make a more complex sauce, such as a hollandaise or beurre blanc

Volunteer at a local soup kitchen or food bank

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Volunteering at a local soup kitchen or food bank will allow you to gain valuable experience in a kitchen while also giving back to your community.

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Research different soup kitchens or food banks in your area
Contact the organization and inquire about volunteer opportunities
Attend a volunteer training session
Volunteer at the soup kitchen or food bank on a regular basis
Assist with food preparation, serving, and cleanup

Create a recipe book of your own favorite dishes

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Creating your own recipe book will help you to organize and document your favorite recipes, and it will also serve as a valuable resource for future cooking endeavors.

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Gather your favorite recipes from various sources
Organize the recipes into categories, such as appetizers, entrees, desserts, etc.
Write down the ingredients and instructions for each recipe
Add personal notes and tips to each recipe
Compile the recipes into a physical or digital recipe book

Career center

Learners who complete Cooking 101- The Basics of Cooking will develop knowledge and skills that may be useful to these careers: