Not a Surprise!

I cooked pork ribs last night and fell asleep with them in the oven, they cooked double the time I wanted but turned out good.

I make my own jerky in the oven as well. Turns out good. I share with family when I make a big batch.

I make RL biscuits better than the restaurant supposedly. I mean when I worked there and they had me make them, they didn't last more than 20 minutes at a time. Several exes have also commented on how good they are.

I can make a cheap steak turn out pretty good by cooking it right without getting it tough.

I make pretty good meatloaf and meatballs.

I like to collect recipes off the packaging when I buy groceries.

Boots

That sounds fantastic!

I had an Ex who was a great Cook. He was a divorced
Man and told me, when he was first divorced he couldn't cook
at all. His wife told him he probably will starve when they
seperated.

So he got busy and learned how to cook afterwards.

When we first met, he had been divorced 15yrs .So he had much time
to practice.



He told me too, he never will remarry.

Some men never want a Serious relationship again, after a
bad marriage! But dating is not off limits.

If I throw an egg into the water would that count?

OT: I can cook but I choose not to. I just don't see the benefit of cooking for myself when for me it is much easier to go out. Cooking or not cooking both have their advantages but in my case not cooking is more beneficial.

No that doesn't count either!

You're right! Whatever is more convenient for you is what's Best.

Many people who live alone cook for just One.

I can cook. I'm not shy about it, but I don't brag about my skills either. All my exes have been good cooks as well. I consider cleaning the kitchen and dishes part of cooking, so when I cook I clean.

Real Man

i have been cooking for myself and group of friends who visit me for the last 9 yrs., i cook without tasting the food and it just comes out perfect!! i cook indian gourmet food!

"Do you like to eat? Then you like to cook." That was the lesson I learned as a child. If you can't cook you're subjected to whatever slop someone else cooks for you. Started cooking when I was 4. Helped my mom with prep when I was 3. Learned to use the many ways of cooking such as campfires, woodstove and so on.

Don't really cook much since it's just me. Just heat stuff in the microwave or oven. If I make meals and such, they tend to go before I get around to finishing them.

Yeah, lots of people like the food I cook too.

Sounds like you know what you're doing!

It's good to kn there are many men in the 21st century that don't
have to have a woman to cook them a decent meal.

If I ever get in a serious relationship, one prerequisite, he has
to know how to Cook. I do cook myself too.

You started real young!
My youngest son's grandma taught him how to Cook. He started watching
her when he was about 6 years old. He's a grown man and can cook
good. He's single.


Many men don't like cooking just for themselves but it's not guaranteed
they will get married or a serious mate.

In my case I was taught to look after myself. Some of the men in my family never got married is why. Most of the men who lost their wives never remarried either. So I had plenty of opportunities to learn many skills.

After 3 girlfriends and then 3 relationships I just stopped looking. That's until a few years ago. Online all I've come acrosed was broken Barbie dolls. "Your standards are to high", is nonsence I get once in awhile. Not at all are they to high. Those who say such things are loosers.

I don't like cooking for just myself. I love cooking for other people.
I have dinner parties for my kids and grandkids when they visit.
When my gf is here I usually cook us dinners.

I keep my kitchen clean and doing dishes is part of cooking, to me.

I have 3 crock pots (slow cookers), a grill, a microwave, a toaster oven w/spit, a blender/processor and a steamer.
I keep a wide range of spices and flavorings.
I have a mortar and pestle, different types of whisks and utensils.
I use mops, rubs and lots of marinades (which I make).
I use real butter, whipped butter, Crisco and an assortment of sprays.
I use light and dark brown sugar, different salts, honey, different vinegars and cooking wines.
I modify sauces and condiments to change the accent of the food's tastes.
Sometimes for contrast and sometimes to match.
I cook meals in stages, paying attention to balancing the tastes and textures.
I also include desserts and appetizers.
I keep syrups and fruit spreads, candy sprinkles and whip creams.
I always have ice cream.

I don't really bake breads or sweets. No homemade confections or rolls. I do present them but I usually buy them or let someone else bake them.
My casseroles turn out well.
Soups and stews turn out well.
Most of the time I bake meats instead of frying. I haven't used my deep fryer for a year or so.

When I use recipes, I look at them mostly to see the ingredients list and the ratios. I also get time suggestions which helps in planning the task.
I teach my kids, grandkids and gf how to cook what I cook.
I also let them cook and learn from them.

When cooking, I stay in the kitchen and watch the foods, paying close attention to what is happening. I use timers and thermometers.
I enjoy mealtime and prep. I usually rinse the dishes and place them on the counter (I don't like dirty dishes in my sink). I do the dishes alone, usually after everybody leaves or moves to the living room. As long as the dishes are properly rinsed and stacked they don't disgust me or start to stink.

I use paper and plastic ware whenever possible. I use a lot of paper towels and paper napkins. I keep 4 different paper plates, 3 different paper bowls, clear plastic ware and 2 sizes of solo cups.

I bag and paper wrap meats for the freezer after separating them in portions.
I wash out containers w/lids for fridge storage of leftovers.
I keep my fridge clean and organized.
My pantry is clean and organized and well-stocked.
I keep a stocked liquor cabinet (for those who like to have a drink). I also use liquor in some dishes I make.

I do all this even tho my appetite is waning from my medicine.
I'm never really hungry anymore.
By myself, I barely cook anything.
I toss leftovers after a day or so, unless I give them to my neighbor.
My gf usually takes leftovers home with her when she leaves.
I don't eat fast food much. I usually order senior meals from restaurants and usually can't finish the meal.
I have days when I eat nothing at all.

Tom I've seen all your recipes posts.
I know you can Cook.
You seem very organized.

That's terrible you rarely have an appetite.
Leftovers are good and best not to waste food.
Hundreds of hungry people out there.

I'm sure your family enjoys your cooking.

You shouldn't have to train any man , if he's grown.

Cooking together could be bonding.

Food is not Always the way to a Man's heart.

I can cook.
When I do, it's MY kitchen.
Everyone else just needs to GTFO!

I find the whole concept of training a man rather offensive, and to be honest also stupid... the illusion that you can train a man is the root cause of many problems that women have... rather then taking one who is not what you want and try to train him, maybe woman should look from the beginning for someone who they can accept and love the way he is...

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