An Epiphany
At least that's the definition I am working with thanks to help from Merriam-Webster.
Here's the story...
In January from one of my lists or suggestions, I plan to cook weekly from a recipe. Being of solid Irish descent, a potato recipe catches my attention from an article in, Country Home, Winter 2022, Dreamy Creamy Potato Casserole, (page 89).
The little eat right voice from the dietician days tells me that's a lot of carbs. I hear a memory of a doctor telling me no cream soups. I tell myself that balance is not the word no! I will adjust great recipes to fit my diet menu for a balance of protein and carbohydrates.
Okay. That's settled. I begin to think about subsitutes. Right then the epiphany happens! I can write my own cookbook! Create my own recipes!
All I wanted was an easy recipe. Now I'm going to rely on a so so cook (moi) to create good food?
Good luck!
ReplyDeleteI think making your own recipes is a good idea. I've never been one to measure precisely. A little of this, a little of that, and we learn to cook better, it's our own dish. Are you on a strict diet, I didn't realize that?
ReplyDelete~Sheri
Thank you, William
ReplyDeleteI'm going to need luck.
Sheri,
ReplyDeleteCreating recipes requires measuring, will be a challenge.
No a strict diet here. High cholesterol puts demands on my menu. Add food allergies to that, and it makes for a varied diet.
Awesome photo of our 'feathered friend' ~ soup always good in this weather ~
ReplyDeleteWishing you good health, laughter and love in your days,
A ShutterBug Explores,
aka (A Creative Harbor)
Go ahead. And let us in on your recipes, if you want test cooks!
ReplyDeleteI can't wait to hear how it goes! I know you'll find wonderful substitutions. (And remember -- there are different types of carbs, too. I think oatmeal is one of the better ones because of the fiber!)
ReplyDeleteI am all about cooking easy....with as least amount of ingredients! HAHA...and I really prefer a one pot meal (crockpot). Course, there again, I try not to cook that often....lol
ReplyDeleteYes, substitute ingredients to create your own delicious recipes!
ReplyDeleteShouldn't tell you, but I made cream of potato soup with cheese and bacon yesterday. I sent a container home to son/dil so we didn't eat it all, but it was kinda decadent.
Good luck! :)
~Mary
Carol,
ReplyDeleteSoup sounds good for this snowy week. Hugs
Liz,
ReplyDeleteI almost have my first recipe ready to try! If I don't need medical attention, then I'll email it to you. lol
Already I have a great appreciation for the difficulty in creating recipes. There is so much to consider.
Jeanie,
ReplyDeleteI haven't turned on the stove yet and already I'm torn between whether to use white or sweet potato.
The Country Home recipe, I plan to only leave out the cream soup. It sounds like too good a cassarole to change anything else.
Pam,
ReplyDeleteI hear you! lol
My goal is a one main meal recipe that's as easy to make as possible short of being a salad.
Mary,
ReplyDeletePotato soup with bacon is a favorite that I limit myself to have once or twice a year.
It and homemade French onion soup with a glob of cheese and garlic bread and corn chowder with bacon are the best winter soups I know.
I like what Canadian chef Michael Smith says about recipes - they are just suggestions. Adjusting them to fit your own desires and needs is best. Good luck with your recipe book!
ReplyDeleteLorrie,
ReplyDeleteChef Michael is a wise man.
Online search results say 70 to over 100 recipes for a cookbook. I'm thinking 50ish for my diet journey themed cookbook.
What fun you will have loosening the shackles of a recipe! Those who I have cooked for say I never make the same dish twice ;o) It's always an adventure but I haven't poisoned anyone yet. Have fun x
ReplyDeleteLisa,
ReplyDeleteReducing the preparation time is a challenge. A do this to that to fit with this thing. Testing out how to prepare is fun though.