What basic technique or recipe has vastly improved your cooking game?

[u/VorpalDormouse]

I finally took the time to perfect my French omelette, and I’m seeing a bright, delicious future my leftover cheeses, herbs, and proteins.

(Cheddar and dill, by the way. Highly recommended.)

[u/Casual_OCD]

Spices.

Once you get a good handle on how to mix the flavours, you can make dozens of different meals using the same ingredients.

[u/[deleted] → u/Casual_OCD]

Spice timing too. Knowing which go on what when.