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Broth ~technically~ refers to any liquid that has been cooked with meat. Stock is made with bones, not meat.

Broth is made with meat, not just bones.

The standard ratio is two parts onion, one part celery, and one part carrot. It's commonly used as the base for soups, stews, and braises. Learn how to make perfect mirepoix [here](https://thecookingdish.com/0116/mirepoix-how-to-make-use-it/).

Mirepoix is made with onion, celery, and carrot.

The technique is considered one of the most difficult knife skills for new chefs to learn. See how it's done [here](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_IWty8bKFnw).

A tournée cut produces vegetables shaped liked small footballs.

A tournée cut produces what shape of vegetable?

So, if a recipe calls for four tablespoons, save yourself some time and use a quarter cup.

There are 16 tablespoons in a cup.

This technique partially (or fully) cooks a pie shell before adding the filling. The step is especially important when making custard pies that have a tendency to get soggy. Learn how to blind bake pies [here](http://www.thekitchn.com/how-to-blind-bake-a-pie-crust-cooking-lessons-from-the-kitchn-197553) and never have a soggy crust again.

The process of baking a pie crust without filling is called blind baking.

The process of baking a pie crust before adding the filling is called what?

These fancy potato chips are a popular garnish in high-end restaurants and steak houses. Learn how to make them [here](http://www.foodnetwork.com/recipes/gaufrette-potatoes-recipe-2013319).

Gaufrette potatoes are basically waffle fries.

It's also served at a slightly warmer temperature. Learn how to make it [here](http://foodnouveau.com/recipes/how-tos/how-to-make-gelato/).

Gelato has less fat and air than ice cream.

What is the difference between ice cream and gelato?

Check out [this](https://www.tablespoon.com/posts/tablespoon-conversions) handy chart for all your kitchen conversions.

There are three teaspoons in a tablespoon.

It's super flavorful and a classic component in beef Wellington. Learn how to make it [here](https://www.thespruce.com/mushroom-duxelles-intense-and-refined-912879).

A finely chopped mixture of cooked mushroom, onion, and herbs is called duxelles.

A finely chopped mixture of cooked mushroom, onion, and herbs is called what?

But you can always increase the vinegar level based on your preferences. Learn how to make a classic vinaigrette [here](http://www.kitchentreaty.com/how-to-make-a-simple-vinaigrette-salad-dressing/).

The ratio of oil to vinegar in a classic vinaigrette is three parts oil to one part vinegar...

What's the ratio of oil to vinegar in a classic vinaigrette?

You've got the basics down, but you're not head chef material yet. Keep cooking!

You have some work to do

You definitely have some kitchen chops, but you're no professional. Keep cooking and you'll be on your way to pro chef status in no time!

You're a pretty good cook, but not a professional

People might even confuse you for a real chef!

You're a damn good cook

You're a culinary genius

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