down completely.
Better alternative: Use waxy varieties for slow cooking. If using russets, cut them into large chunks and add them closer to the end to prevent them from disintegrating.
7. Delicate Vegetables (Zucchini, Peas, Asparagus)
These tender vegetables become limp, mushy, and colorless after hours of heat.
Better alternative: Stir delicate vegetables in during the last 30-60 minutes of cooking, or steam them separately and add before serving.
8. Fresh Herbs (Delicate Ones)
Fresh basil, parsley, cilantro, and dill lose their bright flavor and color after prolonged cooking.
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