Next, you'll want to choose your fat. Butter is a popular option because it browns to a wonderful golden color and also adds a tremendous amount of deep flavor.

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Various oils can add a wide range of flavors that complement your meal. While all tolerate heat more favorably than butter, each has its own smoking point (the point at which the oil begins to burn). You may need to experiment to find the oil that provides the flavor you want while also handling the heat. Of course, you can also take the middle ground and combine butter and oil (such as extra virgin olive oil) for a happy medium.

Once your fat is in the pan (you'll only need about one to two tablespoonfuls) and has heated through, increase the heat to medium-high or high then add your meat and vegetables. (If your pan begins to smoke, decrease the heat slightly.) Your goal is to get a wonderful, light, crispy crust on each side, so let the food remain - untouched - in the pan for several minutes before turning. As browning occurs, flip the food, so other sides can cook.

When all meat and vegetable pieces have cooked through and are golden in color, you can create a sauce for your dish, if you choose to. Remove the cooked food from the pan and set aside temporarily. Don't wipe out the pan! (Those caramelized bits of food in the bottom of the pan are the basis for your sauce.) Place the saut� pan back over the heat and add about 1/2 to 3/4 cup liquid. You may opt for chicken stock, white wine or another flavorful brew.

Just reduce the sauce until it is about 1/2 of what you started with. Season it with salt and pepper, and you have the perfect accompaniment for your meal.

Toss your meat and vegetables with pasta, serve over rice or simply pile the mixture high in a bowl and drizzle with sauce for a quick, fabulous meal. Your family and guests are sure to ask for seconds!

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