3 TIPS TO SAVE TIME IN THE KITCHEN WITHOUT SACRIFICING FLAVOR

There’s one thought that often discourages those who would like to cook more: 'I don’t have time.'

And yes, it’s true—time is always limited. But what if I told you that cooking homemade doesn’t mean spending hours at the stove? That you don’t need an entire day to serve a healthy, delicious dish made with your own hands?

Because the truth is, cooking isn’t just about the time you spend in front of the stove—it’s also about how you organize it. And trust me, with a few simple tricks, you’ll find the time you need.

Here are 3 tips that will change your approach and give you full control of your time in the kitchen.

1. The secret lies in starting off on the right foot.

When you get back from grocery shopping, it’s easy to think, 'I’ll organize everything later,' and just toss ingredients into the fridge or pantry without much thought. Then, when it’s time to cook, you open the fridge and… disaster. Vegetables still need cleaning, meat needs cutting—everything seems to take longer than expected, and suddenly, the motivation to cook disappears.

The real game-changer is organization. As soon as you get home from shopping, don’t leave anything to chance: wash your vegetables, portion your meat. If you know you’ll need a soffritto in the next few days, prep a mix of onion, celery, and carrot in advance and freeze it in portions. That way, when it’s time to cook, half the work is already done!

2. Never Waste Time in the Kitchen

There’s one fundamental rule in the kitchen: while food is cooking, you never just stand around watching it.

Is a cake in the oven for 30 minutes? Then why not start prepping tomorrow’s dinner? Does the ragù need to simmer for an hour? Perfect! In the meantime, you can roll out fresh pasta or wash vegetables for another dish.

Because time in the kitchen is just like time in life—if you know how to use it well, you have more of it than you think.

3. Cut ingredients into smaller pieces.

And then, the simplest trick of all. It might seem like a small thing, but when you cut vegetables into small cubes, slice meat into thin strips, or chop fish into bite-sized pieces, everything cooks faster. Not only do you save time, but you also get to have fun creating unique plating and playing with shapes. The result? A dish that’s not just delicious but also beautiful to look at—because, let’s be honest, we eat with our eyes too!

In the end, homemade cooking isn’t about having time—it’s about knowing how to use it.

Plan ahead, make the most of every moment, and simplify the process for yourself. You don’t need to completely change your routine overnight. Just start with a small change—and I promise, it will make all the difference.

Cooking homemade and 'SENZA' is a journey that brings you closer to nature and allows you to take care of yourself and others. Follow these 3 tips to become more aware and take full control of your kitchen.

And you, which step will you start with?

See you soon!