Wednesday, the 23, was my first cooking class. My group made pan fried tilapia with broccoli and mustard sauce, and a California salad. It was delicious.
I love to cook. Taking a recipe, buying the ingredients, and then putting together the puzzle by building the flavors one ingredient at a time until I end up with a masterpiece that is hot and bubbly. I then scoop out a portion and savor the work of art. Fantastic.
A lot of times, I do not like to cook, because it is only for myself. However, every once in a while, I have a small dinner party with friends. I ask my friends several days in advance. I then scour through my cookbooks and find the recipes that will fit my guests, and fit the theme I feel like bringing out for the night. It takes me a few days to build a menu that I am satisfied because I want it perfect. I plan everything from the salad course to the dessert and wine, a red for beef or red sauces, white for white sauces, chicken, and fish. My main dish is always complete with at least two side dishes that match the meat or theme of the dinner. I want it perfect. The day of, I do my prep work several hours before so I have time to get ready and cook before the party.
About an hour before people arrive, I make the food so the smell of deliciousness fills my apartment. While the food is in the oven, crock pot, or simmering on the stove, I set the table with my best dishes and silverware and some nice napkins.
When my friends arrive, and the menu is ready, I dish it up by course, and then I watch them as they eat. A cook always likes to see their guests enjoy the food they made.
I take pride in the food I make because I think I am good at it. I hope that you have something you take pride in as well. Whether it be something personal or a hobby. It does not matter. Living a life with just a little bit of pride in yourself, is self esteem. Everybody needs to feel they bring something to others' lives. Otherwise why do we live.
I use my love of cooking to give back to those I love and consider friends. What do you do??
~to giving back
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