America has a problem with obesity. This is a touchy subject but I have to comment on this here. There is more than one reason for this. Some like to blame technology for causing us live a more sedentary lifestyle. That's part of the reason, but another big one is what we choose to eat.
Fast food is convenient. Okay, sure. It is also cheaper. Wait...is it? Is it really? How much does a burger, fries and a drink cost these days, for one person? Suppose that person has a family of 4, so you have to multiply that amount. Even if you have children young enough for a "kid's meal" menu item, it is still an insane amount of money to pay for a meal.
You can make meals at home that are fast and cost far less. You might even have leftovers you can use for lunch the next day.
What? You can't cook? Bull-pucky! Anyone can cook! You don't have to be a rocket scientist and you don't need a degree to cook. Some of the best cooks the world has ever seen were never classically trained.
Once you understand the fundamentals, you can cook anything. Don't let anyone tell you any different. Even if you have developed the belief that you can't cook: well, change that belief, dang it, because YOU CAN!
Cooking is a very rewarding experience. It's great for you and for your family, too. Your children will never forget the great meals that were created for them with your hands. Get the children involved, too. Learning to cook will really stimulate them intellectually as well as emotionally.
Forget about fancy, it doesn't have to be fancy to be good. Some of the best recipes are made using very few ingredients.
So let's get out in that kitchen and get cooking! I'll have more on this later. Right now, how about I whip up some haricots et pain de maïs for supper? If you like beans and cornbread, you're in for a real treat!
Happy Eating!
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