Would you like to prepare more without packages and bags? We help you on your way.
1. Make sure you have a well-stocked spice rack Herbs are indispensable seasonings if you want to use fewer packets and sachets. With these herbs you have a good basis and of course you can add herbs to your collection to taste. In addition, you should always have fresh onions and garlic at home.
2. You don't have to avoid all packages and bags
Sieved tomatoes from a carton are a handy ingredient for tomato sauce or soup. Check the ingredients list in the supermarket, so that you are sure that there are as few additives as possible.
3. Learn to make the perfect roux
Roux is a mixture of butter and flour, by diluting it with stock, milk or cooking liquid you can make a sauce or soup.
4. Be creative
In the beginning it is a matter of experimentation. Try out many new recipes and try different combinations of herbs yourself. Check out in the supermarket which herbs are used in your favorite bag of spice mix and try to put together a similar combination with herbs yourself.
5. Practice making your own sauces
'A sauce creates harmony in a dish:it connects the individual elements and complements the whole with its taste, color and texture,' says Leonie van Mierlo, the author of the book Today the tastiest sauces. Being able to prepare some good sauces will take your cooking to the next level.
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For more inspiration, you can read the book Without parcels &bags by Karin Luiten.
Do you have any tips for using fewer parcels and bags?
