When we think of steaming or poaching foods, we generally think of healthy foods. That’s because without any fat for a cooking medium, foods that are poached or steamed contain no additional calories. But that doesn’t mean they lack flavor. Learn different techniques for how to steam and poach foods to perfection. Understand how to accentuate flavor in foods that are steamed, and what ingredients help achieve this. Discover the difference between steaming and poaching, and what foods are best suited to each method. And learn what safety precautions to take when poaching foods. Once you understand how steaming and poaching work, try preparing the following recipes: Cod Baked in Foil with Leeks and Carrots, Pureed Butternut Squash Soup, and Poached Salmon with Herb and Caper Vinaigrette.