Lesson 3: Building Flavor: Herbs, Spices, and Seasoning

Discover the secrets to creating rich and flavorful dishes:

1. Introduction to common herbs and spices and how to use them.
2. Balancing the five basic tastes: sweet, salty, sour, bitter, and umami.
3. Layering flavors and the importance of tasting as you cook.

Hands-On Practice:

1. Create a simple spice blend.
2. Cook a spiced lentil soup or roasted chicken with herbs.