You Don't Really Need a Meat Mallet - CHOW Tip

CHOW Senior Food Editor Jill Santopietro smartly advises people not to buy equipment they won't use frequently. A meat mallet is just such a piece of equipment.

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A lot of recipes call for pounded meat. The reason is for even, quick cooking. If you don't have a meat mallet, don't worry, just pick up a large heavy skillet. Place your meat on plastic wrap. Place another piece of plastic wrap over it and then pound away.