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What are the most common mistakes that beginning cooks make?
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1. Not preheating their pans or oven before adding ingredients.
2. Adding too much liquid to a dish, which can cause it to become soggy and unappealing.
3. Overcooking food, resulting in dryness and an unpleasant texture.
4. Not seasoning dishes properly, leading to bland flavors.
5. Not following recipes accurately, resulting in poor-tasting meals.