I've just finished reading a little biography called "Tender at the bone". It's basically a memoir about growing up and cooking along the way. I had become rather attached to Rachel and the stories her recipies would bring to the surface. It got me thinking about what recipies might correspond to my life's experince? Green bean cassrole, lentil soup, hummus and pita, greek salad, stuffed grape leaves - I can distinctly recall moments in time that would correspond with recipies. 2003 - that was the year of turkey subs( on the go), 2004 - greek salad ( comfort food), 2005 - mandrin oranges with vanilla yogert ( trying to be healthy) - 2006 - over easy eggs, 2 slices of maple toast w/ strawberry jelly and coffee wih cream and sugar ( something to stick with me wherever I go).
Towards the end of the book Rachael has to learn to deal with some life-long challenges. She has a choice: to become paralyed by her quandy, to ignore it, or to dive into it headlong and hearty.
Just like recipies can challenge the best cook, so can life and the possibilities that are presented. If you cook with fear in your heart, the entree is going to be a mess. If you cook through the anxiety and fear - you can create a masterpiece.
Yes, over easy eggs, toast and coffee can be a great meal, just as long as you aren't afraid to crack the eggs, burn the toast and make bad coffee.
The potential for failure is there - but if you don't give it a shot you'll never know how fantasitc a common breakfast can be. Get into the kitchen and start cooking - there are many adventures ahead!
Cheers.
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