Cooking is a laborious task that deserves recognition, whether you're a home cook, school cook, chef, or even someone who can only boil noodles. Every effort counts. Imagine spending hours in the kitchen, preparing a meal that will be devoured within a matter of minutes. It can be disheartening, to say the least.
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I remember the longest cooking session I ever had. It was when I decided to make "ewa alagbado", Ewa Alagbado is a mouthwatering Nigerian Yoruba dish known as "Beans with Corn." The process took over two hours, and during that time, my stomach grumbled in hunger. Waiting for the food to be ready felt like waiting for a surprise deposit in my bank account – an anxious mix of anticipation and hope.
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First, I had to remove the husks from the maize, which took about 15 minutes. Then, I boiled the maize for another 30 minutes. Next, I combined the maize and beans, cooking them together for an additional hour and a half. Finally, after what felt like an eternity, the food was done.
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I eagerly served myself, sat down, and within the blink of an eye, it was gone. In just five short minutes, the meal I had spent hours preparing vanished. It's astonishing how quickly something that took so long to create can disappear without a trace.
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But despite the fleeting nature of cooking, every cook should be celebrated. Whether you're a novice or an expert, your efforts deserve praise. Cooking is a skill that requires time, patience, and creativity. So, the next time you whip up a meal, remember that even if it's as simple as boiling noodles, you are a cook, and your dedication to the craft should be acknowledged.
Ayokunlehenry
Damn.. Its been years I had this dish.. I wish I can just eat it again.. I would really love it
I encourage you to try that meal again, the feeling is different
I really can't wait to see it take 2 hours. Even for a long time, the efforts of the chef are commendable.
2시간씩 걸린다니 정말 저는 기다리지 못할거 같습니다. 오랜시간에도 요리사의 노력은 칭찬할 만 합니다.