It's true- I do a lot of cooking. It's also true that, when it comes to cooking, I revel in the unique ingredients, methods, and tools. It is true that creativity can lead to epic failures but more often than not expanding your culinary horizons will take you one step closer to earning the coveted title gourmet. Here's a list of things that I've found to make cooking simply, well, better- healthier, more flavorful, and more fun...