Nutrition Kitchen: Basics of Cooking for Busy People from Udemy

“Hey babe, what should we do for dinner tonight?”

“Oh, uh, we could go to that restaurant down the street…”

“We just ate there the other day and spent $60.”

“Yeah...maybe we should just go to Subway.”

“Again? I’m sick of Subway. Should we just eat cereal?”

“I think we have some eggs…”

“Whatever let’s just go to that restaurant.”

If this sounds like you, this course is for you. A lot of people don’t know what they’re going to eat for lunch or dinner, and then end up eating fast food or going out where they spend a lot more money than they would like. By learning a few simple cooking techniques, you can eat healthy, delicious food without spending a lot of time or money.

This is not a traditional cooking class in that the focus is on specific cooking techniques rather than recipes (although, you will also find many simple recipes). You’ll learn how to prepare food; how to cook meats, vegetables, and grains in several ways; how to bring a lot of flavor to your meals by putting together flavor profiles composed of certain spices; and how to safely clean your cooking area. Throughout the course, you’ll also learn about basic nutrition (e.g., carbs aren’t the enemy).

About Your Instructor

Your instructor, Brad Kunkel, has been a personal chef for the last eight years and founded 1505 Kitchen in San Jose, California. He is passionate about helping people eat well, eat healthy, be well, and be healthy.

This course will help you develop a healthy eating lifestyle, and integrate it into your day-to-day.

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Learning objectives

Select the right cooking equipment
Stock up on basic ingredients useful for any recipe
Cut meats and vegetables safely and efficiently
Cook meats, vegetables, and grains using various techniques

Select the right spices for various flavor profiles
Meal plan and streamline your life
Eat delicious, nutritious food without spending too much time or effort

Select the right cooking equipment
Stock up on basic ingredients useful for any recipe
Cut meats and vegetables safely and efficiently
Cook meats, vegetables, and grains using various techniques
Select the right spices for various flavor profiles
Meal plan and streamline your life
Eat delicious, nutritious food without spending too much time or effort

Syllabus

Cooking equipment and basic ingredients

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Kitchen supplies

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Explores basic cooking techniques, which is a core skill for eating and living well

Teaches basic cutting techniques, which is important for safe and efficient food preparation

Develops skills in flavor profiling, which can enhance the enjoyment of meals

Designed for beginners, who want to develop a healthy cooking lifestyle

Taught by a personal chef, who offers practical guidance from their years of experience

May require additional equipment and ingredients not readily available in all households

Reviews summary

Practical cooking for busy lifestyles

According to students, this course is a highly practical and foundational guide (positive) to cooking for those with busy schedules. Learners consistently praise its emphasis on basic cooking techniques (positive) and efficient meal planning (positive), which helps them prepare healthy and delicious meals (positive) without significant time or financial investment. The instructor, Brad Kunkel, is frequently highlighted for his clear explanations (positive) and engaging teaching style (positive), making complex concepts accessible. While many found it transformative for developing a healthy eating lifestyle (positive), some with prior cooking experience noted it might be too basic for intermediate cooks (warning), suggesting its primary benefit is for complete beginners (positive).

Helps in understanding how to build meal flavors.

"The 'flavour profiles' section was a game changer for making delicious meals without following strict recipes."

"I finally understand how to build flavor without a recipe, which has made my cooking much more enjoyable."

"Learning about selecting the right spices for various flavor profiles gave me confidence to experiment."

Ideal for those new to cooking or healthy eating.

"For beginners, it's excellent."

"For someone who already knows their way around a kitchen, it might be a bit too basic, but for beginners, it's excellent."

"I felt much more confident in the kitchen now, starting from scratch with very little prior experience."

Brad Kunkel's teaching style is clear and engaging.

"Brad is a fantastic instructor. His explanations are clear and engaging."

"The instructor's passion shines through, making even basic topics enjoyable to learn."

"Brad provides really helpful demonstrations that made the techniques easy to follow and understand."

Streamlines grocery shopping and weekly food preparation.

"The meal planning modules truly helped me streamline my grocery shopping and cooking routine."

"Preparing meals for the week used to be daunting, but the step-by-step guidance in Part 1-10 made it much more manageable."

"I've cut down on eating out significantly thanks to the practical meal prep strategies taught in this course."

Builds a solid understanding of core cooking techniques.

"The course provides a strong foundation in using basic cooking methods effectively."

"I appreciated the emphasis on basic cutting techniques and how to cook various proteins without overcomplicating things."

"I gained a solid foundation from completing this course, especially in understanding different cooking methods like braising and sautéing."

Focuses on real-world application for busy individuals.

"As a busy professional, I never had time to cook. Brad's focus on techniques and simple meal prep has transformed my weeknights."

"I finally feel empowered to cook nutritious meals without fuss, which is exactly what I needed with my hectic schedule."

"I learned how to use practical tools and strategies that I could apply immediately to my work-life balance."

May lack depth for those with existing culinary skills.

"For someone who already knows their way around a kitchen, it might be a bit too basic."

"Some good basic info, but I felt a lot of it I already knew."

"I expected more novel tips and advanced techniques, as some sections felt a bit too elementary for my skill level."

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 Nutrition Kitchen: Basics of Cooking for Busy People with these activities:

Review basic knife skills

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Review knife skills covered in previous culinary courses to prepare for advanced techniques.

Browse courses on Knife Skills

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Read online tutorials on proper knife techniques
Practice cutting techniques with different vegetables

Volunteer at a local soup kitchen or food bank

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Volunteer to gain a deeper understanding of food insecurity and develop a sense of community.

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Identify a local soup kitchen or food bank in need of volunteers
Contact the organization and inquire about volunteer opportunities
Sign up for a volunteer shift and arrive on time
Follow instructions and assist with tasks such as food preparation, meal distribution, or cleaning

Read 'Salt, Fat, Acid, Heat' by Samin Nosrat

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Read a culinary classic that explores the fundamental elements of cooking to deepen understanding of flavors and techniques.

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Purchase or borrow a copy of 'Salt, Fat, Acid, Heat'
Set aside dedicated time for reading and reflection
Take notes or highlight important passages for future reference

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Learn to make a classic vinaigrette

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Follow online tutorials on creating vinaigrettes to enhance the flavors of home-cooked meals.

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Locate online video tutorials on preparing vinaigrette dressings
Follow the instructions carefully, adjusting ratios to taste

Attend a cooking workshop on knife skills

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Attend an in-person knife skills workshop to refine and enhance cutting techniques.

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Research and locate a knife skills workshop in your area
Sign up for the workshop and pay any necessary fees
Attend the workshop and actively participate in the demonstrations and hands-on exercises
Practice the techniques learned in the workshop at home

Plan and cook a meal from scratch

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Plan and execute a meal to consolidate cooking techniques and recipe building skills.

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Develop a meal plan based on dietary needs and preferences
Research recipes and modify to suit the meal plan
Gather necessary ingredients and equipment
Prepare the meal according to the recipes
Evaluate the meal for flavor, presentation, and overall satisfaction

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