While preparing food, the author realized they were making things unnecessarily complicated. Each time they made patties or cookies, they faced the same tiring choices until a familiar kitchen tool helped simplify the process. Although they usually associated this tool with meatballs, they discovered that using it in a different way changed how they cooked.
The tool in question was an old-fashioned portioning scoop. The author started to use it for falafel, vegetable patties, croquettes, and cookie dough instead of just for meatballs. By filling and releasing the scoop, they achieved fairly even portions without having to measure each one by hand. This repetitive task turned into an easier rhythm, making it less frustrating to prepare an entire tray of food. What kitchen tools have helped make your cooking easier?
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Source: Kitchen, by recipes