How To Cook Meat <GENUINE | BUNDLE>
: Season generously with salt and pepper just before cooking. Salt draws out moisture, so either season immediately before it hits the pan or 40+ minutes in advance to allow the brine to reabsorb.
: Pat the surface thoroughly dry with paper towels. Surface moisture creates steam, which prevents the Maillard reaction (browning) and a proper crust from forming. How to Cook Meat
: Take meat out of the refrigerator 30–60 minutes before cooking to bring it to room temperature. This ensures even cooking and prevents the outside from burning while the center remains raw. : Season generously with salt and pepper just before cooking
