Learning to Cook

The last few months have been a whirlwind. In addition to my work life being in overdrive, my personal life has quickly taken a turn for the better: I went on my very first date at the tender age of 26, and the last 3 months have been the most romantic of my life.

Needless to say, since I now have a significant other, I’ve had to seriously up my game in the kitchen. I know how to cook simple things for myself and have even cooked some for my family, but I had never cooked for a romantic interest, and with my hectic schedule, trying my hand at a new recipe can be problematic.

After a long day at work, forgoing a traditional dinner/date night for a meal at home is definitely appealing to me. And although I’d love nothing more than to cook for my new man, the task seemed insurmountable for this girl who is used to eating something quick and easy.

The legendary cooks in my family: my mother, grandmother and aunt, thankfully have come to the rescue. After combining their suggestions, tips and expertise with my online searches and still limited knowledge, I constructed a menu for the first dinner date in-house:

Chicken, Stuffing and Gravy Casserole
Green Beans
Mashed Potatoes & Gravy
Sweet Potato Casserole
Sweet Buttered Corn
Rolls
Apple Pie (Mom’s Specialty)
Rum Cake (Dad’s Specialty)

A meal to impress. One I took immense pride in and my boyfriend is still raving about.

Who has inspired you in (or into) the kitchen recently?

Hillary C. Wright is a full-time legal assistant at a law firm by day, and a writer and blogger the rest of the time. She loves to write about general news, career news, lifestyles and women’s issues. When she isn’t working, she loves being active in her ministry, networking and spending time with friends, family and her significant other. https://hcamillewright.wordpress.com/