5 cooking tricks to take typical recipes to a gourmet level

The gourmet level is not as far away as you might imagine; in fact, it simply involves using excellent products and, of course, always paying attention to those extra details that turn a simple dish into one of haute cuisine. What you should never forget is that a cook is only as good as the utensils they use, so you must ensure you are surrounded by the best tools to prepare delicious dishes. Here are 5 cooking tricks to elevate typical recipes to a gourmet level. Parmesan and truffle Few dishes are as comforting as mashed potatoes; it's a classic of home cooking, but there are undoubtedly ways to elevate it to a gourmet level. One very simple way is to add Parmesan cheese and shaved black truffle. The cheese will give it a sumptuous flavor and a golden color, while the truffle will provide that earthy and addictive taste that chefs love to use. The smoother the mash, the better, so we recommend using a Tempo Allegro masher, which you can also use to serve. New Recipe Delicious Mashed Potatoes #foodporn #lacocinadelety #sharing #mashedpotatoes #potatoes A photo published by lety cocina (@lacocinadelety) on Dec 12, 2016 at 4:30 PST Ham and pesto Another usual dish is tomato cream; it's always rich, warm, and tangy, and the whole family loves it. What you can do to elevate it is to add some strips of toasted or dehydrated Serrano ham as a garnish to add texture and then drizzle some basil pesto on top to give it a vibrant green touch, another aromatic flavor profile, and a different consistency. A Tempo Allegro ladle from Vasconia is perfect for serving the cream without spilling a single drop. Our #creams are one of the most liked dishes. This one with tomato and basil 🍅🌱 #creams #tomatosoup #cream #soup #gastronomy #food #foodie #foodporn #instafood #instafoodie #instarestaurant #restaurant #restaurante #madridrestaurant #mediterraneanfood A photo published by LaKitchen (@lakitchen) on Jan 12, 2017 at 8:50 PST Portobellos Using mushrooms as a side ensures a delicious earthy flavor, but also a healthy and tasty element in our meal. There are many types of mushrooms, and swapping typical mushrooms for portobellos or even blood sausage will give your meal a gourmet touch. When you cook mushrooms, they release a lot of liquid because they are full of water, so be sure to serve them with a Tempo Allegro slotted spoon from Vasconia to get rid of that excess water. Back to the beauty in food. Have you ever really looked at the gills of a portobello mushroom. #mathedesign #portobello #portobellomushroom #mushroom #beautyinfood #bisonandchorizostuffedportobello #whole30 #cleaneating #getinmybelly #designinspiration A photo published by Melissa Mathe Interior Design (@mathedesign) on Jan 24, 2017 at 7:35 PST Cashews and liquor No one can deny a delicious cajeta crepe; they are quite an elegant dessert if served flambéed, but undoubtedly, a couple of details can be added. Replace regular nuts with cashews; they are denser and crunchier, and also, use an orange or coffee liquor when flambéing your cajeta sauce to add an adult and luxurious profile to your recipe. When serving, be sure not to leave traces of the sauce on the way; for this purpose, a smooth Tempo Allegro spoon from Vasconia will help you take the serving you want without spilling anything. Cuernavaca, Mexico. ❤ Don Atilio ☆☆☆☆☆ #donatiliocuernavaca 👌 •Cajeta Crepes• 🍒🍒 #mexicangirleats #cuernavaca #morelos #mexico #alamexicana #restaurantescuernavaca #cajeta #crepasdecajeta #crepes #caramel #foodie #foodlover #amocomer #yummy #delicious #food #foodpic #travel #yummy#delicious #desserts #postres #comidamexicana #realmexicanfood #sweets #crepas #nofilter ❤ A photo published by 👉What a Mexican girl eats👈 (@mexican.girl.eats) on Nov 2, 2016 at 5:51 PDT Spices and ricotta When trying to elevate a dessert, remember that replacing usual ingredients with ones you don't typically use can make a difference. For example, in your next cheesecake, swap half of the cream cheese you plan to use for ricotta (if you want a savory touch) or even mascarpone (if you prefer something denser and sweeter). While you're at it, add nutmeg zest to your cookie base to fragrance it. To avoid scratching your baking dishes and plates, use a Tempo Allegro slotted spatula from Vasconia that won't scratch and helps you serve. #because #vegan #food #is #so #easy #to #make ✌😋 #vegan #cheesecake #dessert #plantbased #vegansofig #veganfoodporn #treats #veganfoodporn #compassionstartsonyourplate A photo published by Martina (@earthymawu) on Jan 25, 2017 at 9:02 PST To find more recipes that you can easily elevate to a gourmet level with these tips and your imagination, we invite you to our site.