Stocks, soups, and stews are just some of the things you can make when you master the art of simmering, one of the most basic (and delicious) cooking techniques. Whether on the stove or in the oven, giving your food a chance to simmer pays off in the flavor department; here’s when to do it and how it works. Simmering is an excellent choice for any culinary endeavor including stocks, soups, or starchy items such as potatoes, pastas, legumes, and grains. It’s just a notch below boiling, but...