If you're planning a whole day in the kitchen, it's time to channel your inner chef and get organized. Check all your knives are sharp enough; blunt knives will slow you down and increase your chances of cutting yourself. Get out all the ingredients you need for the recipe, sort out the pans you're going to use, and prepare all the ingredients before you begin, and clear and clean as you go.

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