I have loved cooking as long as I can remember. When I was just an infant, my mom would stick me in my bouncer seat in the kitchen and tell me what she was doing as she was cooking, just to keep me happy. Even though it was more trouble for her, when I got a little older, my mom would often let me help her in the kitchen. Little did she know, that would start my deep love and appreciation of cooking, and it all paid off because now I do most of the dinner making. Today my mom is sick, and she didn't have to worry about feeding her family. For dinner I made my great-grandma Cottie's recipe of homemade rolls (only with whole wheat instead of white flour) with BBQ pulled pork and white corn.
This summer I watched Food Inc and I became obsessed with eating organic and healthy foods. Since I was starting Jr. High, my mom said I could do Nutrition/Cooking for my elective. Then we had the idea for us to chronicle my adventures on my very own blog! So here it goes.....
Riley, You do a Grandma (and a Great-Grandma) proud!! You are the best! Who would have thought that her first granddaughter's daughter would carry on her special legacy.
ReplyDeleteCooking Southern food and keeping it organic will be a challenge.....a lot of what she made was fried, and most of her recipes, though delicious, included white flour and even "Crisco" .....not a healthy way to cook....but that's what she attributed her amazing flaky pie crusts and crispy homemade cookies to....
Oh well, I'm sure you will find a way to blend flavor with healthy eating. So far, you have done a wonderful job. Everything I've ever tasted that you made was incredible. You definitely have her special gift. I will look forward to tasting your creations.
You are a special blessing, little Riley, Granddaughter of mine. Happy Cooking and "Bon Appetite"
Hey Ri! I enjoyed reading your blog, I'm looking forward to reading more. I miss you & love you. Keep up the good work!
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