Making Do With What You Have

There are entirely too many folks that have absolutely no adventure in their soul when it comes to food.

Do not be afraid to experiment. I will be the first to admit that that I have on occasion had some spectacular disasters when experimenting with food while cooking but not too many and they become fewer and further between as you get some experience.

I would be quite comfortable in saying that I can walk into anyone's kitchen anywhere and with a few questions about likes and dislikes, with some kind of meat and a decent supply of assorted canned goods and spices or seasonings, I can cook up a pretty damned good meal that they will be quite happy with.

You need to listen to the folks you are cooking for. My wife for instance does not like pepper or peppers so I will generally cook with no pepper unless the dish is one that requires it as a main ingredient. Pepper steak for example is rather difficult to do without peppers.

The important point is, do not be afraid to experiment. You learn from mistakes and over time you can make some incredibly good things with just what you have on hand, which in this economy can be a very good thing.

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