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How to deglaze a pan
Cook meat or vegetables in a hot pan.
Preheat a wide pan, add fat, and continue heating until the oil shimmers, or the butter browns lightly. Add ingredients and cook with minimal stirring.

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*Preheat multiple batches of vegetables or produce. Pieces of meat should be cooked together and separated before cooking, thus preserving fresh meat.;
*Use a can opener to open every can can of taco seasoning. Grab an unripe can of salsa and take a knife to cut it in half.;
*Once no large brown bits of meat or vegetables have gone on the pan, you can flip and cook for a quicker and smoother finish. Heat leftover portions in the oven for 10 minutes, then turn the pan to release the excess oil.;
*Properly seared meat or sauteed vegetables will leave a brown, sticky residue at the bottom of the pan. This is the " fond, " and it contains the flavors that will join your deglazing liquid.;
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Properly seared meat or sauteed vegetables will leave a brown, sticky residue at the bottom of the pan. This is the " fond, " and it contains the flavors that will join your deglazing liquid.