Recently, I've been cooking for my Silver DOFE course. However, I've discovered that cooking is a skill that can teach you more than just the ability to make a tasty meal. Today, I'll be discussing some of the helpful skills that you can learn through cooking.

Cooking requires careful planning and organization, which involves allocating time to different tasks to ensure that the meal is ready on time. To be as efficient as possible, you are likely to need to work out what you want to be preparing/cooking, and when the best time is. Most meals have lots of different part that require preparation, so working out the timing for each thing you want to cook is vital.

 

Cooking is an art that allows you to experiment with flavors, textures, and ingredients to create unique and delicious dishes. You can explore new ideas, try out different cooking techniques, and add your twist to traditional recipes to customise it to your tastebuds. That being said, I'm often a bit too afraid to deviate too far from the recipes, since straying too far can often end in disaster. Trust me, paprika and cheese do not mix well.

 

Cooking allows you to understand the nutritional value of your food and how it affects your health. You can learn to create balanced meals, since you personally oversee exactly what goes into them. This skill can help you understand what is a healthy lifestyle and know what goes in your food.

In conclusion, cooking is a valuable life skill that can provide numerous benefits. I've personally found it very fun, and get the material satisfaction of eating my own work. Plus, my parents get to enjoy a little time off!