- Get permission to use the kitchen.
- Wash your hands with soap and water before starting your kitchen preparations. Continually wash hands as needed like touching the trash can or picking up items from the floor.
- Re-read the recipe several times.
- Make sure you have all of the necessary ingredients. Put them out on the counter.
- Get out all of the equipment like pans and measuring cups.
- Follow the recipe exactly.
- Use oven mittens or pot holders when taking food in and out of the oven.
- Clean as you go along.
- Share your wonderful dessert creation with your friends and family.

