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If an ingredient is wilting or nearing expiration, work to include it in your meals, even if it doesn’t fit a specific recipe. It promotes a sustainable cooking habit and encourages you to be resourceful, making meals with whatever is on hand.
Conclusion: Finding Balance Between Approaches
By integrating both creative flexibility and the technical knowledge established through traditional recipes, individuals can cultivate a healthier, more enjoyable relationship with cooking. The goal is to help home cooks find a balance between using recipes and tapping into their improvisational skills.