Noms!

For the longest time I've wanted an outlet for a big hobby of mine. Cooking is something that I've been a part of since I was big enough to carry a pot! Whether it was picking onions from the garden, slicing tomatoes, seasoning some type of meat, or even taste testing; having my hand in the love that brought family and friends together was something I loved. I enjoy eating just as much, so being able to fulfill that encouraged me to learn!

There's been many times that writing a cook book has been tested by me. It's actually a lot harder than it looks! You ever do the exercise in school where you have to write instructions to make a peanut butter and jelly sandwich, then someone tries, following your directions? Lots of steps are usually left out unintentionally.

Example:
Did you list everything that's needed? (knife, jelly, peanut butter, bread)
Give clear instruction? (open the jar, how many slices of bread, use what kind of knife)

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 Those mental steps and precise mathmatical measurements are what trip me up when it comes to writing a recipe. Unless I'm baking, I rarely use measuring cups and spoons. A dash of this, seasoned to taste, pinch of that, three shakes, a scoop here, and a tad there--that's what I'm working with. I know my way around the kitchen and the spice rack, but telling others who may not, it's a bit trickier. So here's my pledge and goal for this Edibles by Dez:

While writing new posts I pledge to try my best when giving the steps that I took in cooking something. I'll be as detailed as I can, and will be open to new things. In saying that, the big picture goal of this is to continue motivating myself to eat healthy and actually enjoy every step. Having fun is a big part of it all.

Cooking doesn't have to be a chore, or anything to be afraid of. Making mistakes is a part of learning. I know you've heard, "don't knock it til you've tried it." Eating healthy definately shouldn't make you run away screaming, frown, or hit the red X up top! Believe me I've had more than my fair share of the entire pig, goat, cow, etc., and loved every single bit of it. Sadly, seeing the long term effects of eating that way, along with a scare myself, has curved my diet. You don't have to totally eliminate specifics, but moderation is the key. Me personally, I've removed red meat and a lot of salt from my menu. BUT as the title suggests, don't let that or my size fool ya, because Skinny Girls Can Throw Down Too!! Follow me and you'll see  ^_~"