Guest guest Posted January 13, 2012 Report Share Posted January 13, 2012 Abby, think of it this way. If you have a bunch of delicious, home-cooked meals already prepared, you won't have to be disappointed when you're ravenous and there's nothing you like in the fridge. . If it feels like a chore, set aside one specific time to make a few things,so you don't have to worry about it at every meal. I started by looking a different cookbooks. One absolutely great one that I've bought over and over again (because each copy ended up so tattered by use) is How to Cook Everything by Mark Bittman. What might be fun is to try to cook everything from a specific cookbook ala " and ." Or how about picking a few favorite cuisines, such as Indian, Italian, Thai and then trying basic recipes from each one? Anyway, although my drive to overeat has been greatly diminished and sometimes I am also bored by food, I do enjoy cooking and feeling like I am nourishing myself. Oh, speaking of nourishing "Nourishing Traditions" is a great one if you are into traditional ways of cooking and eating (with a good dose of politics thrown in. One of my favorites).MimiSubject: Re: Re: Good bagsTo: IntuitiveEating_Support Date: Thursday, January 12, 2012, 8:29 PM Wow, I'm envious.I enjoy cooking in the abstract, but I don't feel like making time for it in the reality. I get tired of things very quickly, also. I'm, frankly, bored by eating. And given that I have to eat, it's not fun (I get very, very hungry, especially because I am breastfeeding). I literally think, "Oh no. I'm hungry AGAIN. how annoying." unfortunately, no, it's not leading to weight loss due to my hormonal issues.anyway, i wish that i was inspired to cook! does anyone have any suggestions for HOW you got inspired? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted January 13, 2012 Report Share Posted January 13, 2012 Abby, think of it this way. If you have a bunch of delicious, home-cooked meals already prepared, you won't have to be disappointed when you're ravenous and there's nothing you like in the fridge. . If it feels like a chore, set aside one specific time to make a few things,so you don't have to worry about it at every meal. I started by looking a different cookbooks. One absolutely great one that I've bought over and over again (because each copy ended up so tattered by use) is How to Cook Everything by Mark Bittman. What might be fun is to try to cook everything from a specific cookbook ala " and ." Or how about picking a few favorite cuisines, such as Indian, Italian, Thai and then trying basic recipes from each one? Anyway, although my drive to overeat has been greatly diminished and sometimes I am also bored by food, I do enjoy cooking and feeling like I am nourishing myself. Oh, speaking of nourishing "Nourishing Traditions" is a great one if you are into traditional ways of cooking and eating (with a good dose of politics thrown in. One of my favorites).MimiSubject: Re: Re: Good bagsTo: IntuitiveEating_Support Date: Thursday, January 12, 2012, 8:29 PM Wow, I'm envious.I enjoy cooking in the abstract, but I don't feel like making time for it in the reality. I get tired of things very quickly, also. I'm, frankly, bored by eating. And given that I have to eat, it's not fun (I get very, very hungry, especially because I am breastfeeding). I literally think, "Oh no. I'm hungry AGAIN. how annoying." unfortunately, no, it's not leading to weight loss due to my hormonal issues.anyway, i wish that i was inspired to cook! does anyone have any suggestions for HOW you got inspired? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted January 13, 2012 Report Share Posted January 13, 2012 I totally agree - " I've found that it's actually cheaper and yummiest to cook with fresh veggies, simple spices, and homemade sauces. " This has long been my practice and belief too. I only use cookbooks for either exact proportions - usually baking - or general idea about ingredients - dishes for meals. I also do not like to 'fuss' in the kitchen - I know what I need to do, the order in which to prepare and go into 'short order cook' mode making a meal. If I can't make a meal, start to finish, in less than 1/2 hour, that menu item doesn't get cooked by me ;-) I never mind the effort because the satisfaction of eating tasty homemade food is always worth it to me. Katcha IEing since March 2007 > > I lov to cook, but I didn't always. I got inspired to cook by viewing it as a creative act of self care. I love preparing nourishing food for my body, playing with different colors and ingredients, and eating the results! I also have some fun cookbooks that call for fresh, simple ingredients rather than processed canned cream soups and mixes. I've found that it's actually cheaper and yummiest to cook with fresh veggies, simple spices, and homemade sauces. > > -McKella > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted January 13, 2012 Report Share Posted January 13, 2012 I totally agree - " I've found that it's actually cheaper and yummiest to cook with fresh veggies, simple spices, and homemade sauces. " This has long been my practice and belief too. I only use cookbooks for either exact proportions - usually baking - or general idea about ingredients - dishes for meals. I also do not like to 'fuss' in the kitchen - I know what I need to do, the order in which to prepare and go into 'short order cook' mode making a meal. If I can't make a meal, start to finish, in less than 1/2 hour, that menu item doesn't get cooked by me ;-) I never mind the effort because the satisfaction of eating tasty homemade food is always worth it to me. Katcha IEing since March 2007 > > I lov to cook, but I didn't always. I got inspired to cook by viewing it as a creative act of self care. I love preparing nourishing food for my body, playing with different colors and ingredients, and eating the results! I also have some fun cookbooks that call for fresh, simple ingredients rather than processed canned cream soups and mixes. I've found that it's actually cheaper and yummiest to cook with fresh veggies, simple spices, and homemade sauces. > > -McKella > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted January 13, 2012 Report Share Posted January 13, 2012 I totally agree - " I've found that it's actually cheaper and yummiest to cook with fresh veggies, simple spices, and homemade sauces. " This has long been my practice and belief too. I only use cookbooks for either exact proportions - usually baking - or general idea about ingredients - dishes for meals. I also do not like to 'fuss' in the kitchen - I know what I need to do, the order in which to prepare and go into 'short order cook' mode making a meal. If I can't make a meal, start to finish, in less than 1/2 hour, that menu item doesn't get cooked by me ;-) I never mind the effort because the satisfaction of eating tasty homemade food is always worth it to me. Katcha IEing since March 2007 > > I lov to cook, but I didn't always. I got inspired to cook by viewing it as a creative act of self care. I love preparing nourishing food for my body, playing with different colors and ingredients, and eating the results! I also have some fun cookbooks that call for fresh, simple ingredients rather than processed canned cream soups and mixes. I've found that it's actually cheaper and yummiest to cook with fresh veggies, simple spices, and homemade sauces. > > -McKella > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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