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Alpine Nutrition LLC Season 5 Episode 109

Join Amanda and Chef Shannon as they discuss the significance of taste and flavor during the holiday season, emphasizing the importance of gathering and sharing meals with loved ones. 

They explore traditional dishes, the concept of non-negotiables in holiday cooking, and how to build layers of flavor in meals. 

The conversation also touches on the five tastes and how satisfaction comes from balancing these flavors. Chef Shannon shares creative techniques for enhancing flavor and the importance of using seasonal ingredients. The episode concludes with resources for culinary education and flavor building.

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Takeaways from this episode...

* Taste and flavor are essential for meal satisfaction.
* Building layers of flavor enhances the dining experience.
* Satisfaction comes from balancing the five tastes: sweet, salty, bitter, sour, and umami.
* Creative cooking techniques, like toasting and roasting, can elevate simple ingredients.
* How using seasonal ingredients maximizes flavor and freshness.
* And most importantly, why diet talk should be minimized during holiday gatherings.


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