It's been two days since my last post. I'm already on vacation as I'm not needed in the kitchen for a while. My mother in law is in town and she's teaching me a thing or two in the kitchen. Watching her cook and prepare for the meals, I see that our styles are completely different. I've been coming from the angle of making just enough for the people at the table. Ev makes enough for a basketball team! And even more amazing, she uses the proper utensils! Up to now I took pride in the fact that I can prepare an entire meal from preparation to serving with a pizza slicer and a piece of tin foil. I've done it and, In fact, I think I prefer it that way.
Which brings me to the realization that I am not using all the options that I have available to me. The utensils, untasted spices, unheard of food in the shelves. I'm just flying by on what I'm familiar with and what interests only me. Self Centered Chef! There's a whole world of taste that lies right under my nose.
No new recipes tonight. Someday, I'll share the recipe for Ev's Enchiladas and the Pork Chops she made last night. Remember, I'm on vacation. So, I'll just go and relax by the tele with my dozing wife and Biscuit... OK, and sneak a big chunk of the Trader Joe's Flourless Chocalate Cake that I found hidden near the toaster! Thanks, Mom!
Keep It Clean,
Papa Pooey
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