Fish can wait up to 1 hour before final cooking and serving.

Allow the rice to stand for about two hours before cooking.

Add the peel to the water and sugar before cooking.

Bay leaves can also be crushed or ground before cooking.

Ms. Gray's are kept in the water until minutes before cooking.

It is a good idea to let the batter stand for about 15 minutes before cooking.

One hour before cooking, bring the pork to room temperature.

Cover with plastic wrap and let stand 15 minutes before cooking.

The rice should be soaked in water for at least 30 minutes before cooking.

At least an hour before cooking, light the charcoal fire.