Common Cooking Mistakes that will Ruin Your Food

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Skipping the Browning Step for Beef Stews

When it comes to making beef stew, forgetting to sear the meat or skipping this step intentionally is a big no-no because most of the rich meat flavor comes from browning it before you add the broth and start simmering away. This is because searing the meat helps lock in most of the juices and gives it a nice caramelized exterior—two very beneficial things for the final stewed results. 

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