The Recipe
Lately and surprisingly, I am taking interest in food - both eating and cooking. Once very ignorant of how it's made (rather didn't care about it), I have started admiring the process. Perhaps because I have no option but to cook...sigh! Jokes apart, if you start liking what you are doing then that's the first step to get yourself on the path of excellence.
From the thought of having a homemade, fresh and scrumptious meal, its preparation, to finally enjoying it with your family; every step is an experience in itself.
You need to 'Plan' your meal before you actually make it. Hence the cooking process cannot be belittled by common phrases such as 'fixing lunch' or 'fixing dinner'. It requires a thorough understanding of nutritional facts as well as what goes well together in terms of tastes and characteristics. That's where it gets boring for many and fast food comes handy. I am not an exception either. Been there, done that, you know!
Well, let's talk about the interesting part of the process. I asked myself a question, 'why do we like the way chefs cook on a TV show and why does cooking have to be so boring for me?' The answer is - presentation, neatness, cleanliness, and the most important thing; a beautiful and organized kitchen. These are a few noticeable reasons. Then why not, right? I organized my kitchen, decorated it with beautiful(not costly) items such as flowers. Kept the utensils in a way that there won't be a mess when I fetch them from the drawers and cupboards. Made the space more inviting. It feels even great when your guests admire it as well.
I started cutting veggies in a fashion where little or no mess would be created for me to clean up after cooking. I tell you I haven't gotten that far yet where I enjoy cleaning the mess day in day out.
The colors are equally important for the meal to be enjoyable. At least 3 to 4 colors on your plate make the meal very desirable. And scientifically, your tummy secretes good amount of digestive juices for better digestion.
When the steamy hot veggies cook in various spices giving each other a flavor of their own and blending in one tasty concoction...it is delightful to your senses. It is a great and endless amusement park for those who want to take every ride with courage and confidence. The permutations and combinations of ingredients give us boundless possibilities and sweet/savory tastes. It's magic in a nutshell!
Cannot believe I wrote so much about cooking! Well, baking is my new adventure. The thought is making me hungry. While I grab a bite for myself, you too relish on your favorite food and have lots of fun!! Catch you later. B'bye.
