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Knowing when to use whole butter versus clarified butter can greatly impact your cooking. Clarified butter has a higher smoke point and is perfect for searing meats, while whole butter is ideal for sauces and finishing dishes. Understanding these differences allow you to produce better flavor profiles in your meals.
8. Cooking with Wine: Why Reduction Matters
Reducing wine in your cooking concentrates the flavors while cooking off the alcohol content. Chef [Name] encourages using a good quality wine, as starting with a bad bottle will not improve after reduction. If using fortified wines, remember that they do not need to be reduced.