Basics New to cooking? Or ready to brush up your skills? Click through to master the fundamentals that make good cooks great.                      Eggs—Read Carton Codes   Eggs—How to Spot a Stinker   Emulsions                         Peel Garlic   Roast Garlic   Knife Skills—Chiffonade                         Knife Skills—Dice   Knife Skills—Mince   Knife Skills—Slice		How To "Hot Tips"     Read Egg Carton Codes Be an informed consumer and learn to read the codes stamped on the ends of egg cartons. Not only will you get the freshest eggs at the supermarket but also you'll know when a carton has expired in your refrigerator.