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important to the chemistry. You can probably substitute one for the other, but don’t use milk.
Oil is usually olive oil unless otherwise noted and is usually extra- virgin olive oil if it is not being heated. If it is being heated, use inexpensive olive oil or vegetable oil.
Sugar is granulated white sugar. Sugar is a common ingredient in spice blends and sauces because it is a flavor enhancer, it helps browning, and it encourages crust formation. When we want brown sugar, we will call for it.
Ingredients are listed in the order in which the recipe calls for them. If you see the term “divided” it means that the ingredient will not be used all at once.
Mise en place. Always practice mise en place (i.e. putting everything in its place). Gather all your ingredients and chop, slice, and dice before you apply heat to anything. You don’t want to be scrambling to chop an onion while things are cooking in the pan. This is a vital foundation level concept.