When I'm making food, especially for others, I never want to run out with hungry people wanting more. Years ago, back in my late '20's, in charge of coordinating our church's potluck dinners. I delegated for a while, until I realized not everyone had the same food philosophy as mine. A woman I asked to do the main course seriously underplanned. I was horrified. When I approached her, she said, 'They won't starve, there are other things they can eat.' Well, this was the only hot dish and we had enough to serve about half of the people 😟 From then on, she was in charge of finding volunteers to help with kitchen clean-up, after our dinners. When leading people, it's important to observe note their weaknesses and build on their strengths.
There is a downside to this however. Often I'll make way too much of something. Then, so it doesn't go to waste, I often combine it with my dogs' dry food. They love this 'downside!' This chowder has garlic and onion, so that can't happen. Yesterday I had surprise visitors for lunch so I added a can of diced tomatoes to give it a little color and change the flavor up a bit. I didn't realize how much it needed more seasoning however. It was really bland. This morning, I still have a couple quarts left. . .Hmmm, what to do?
Stir, then cover and simmer on low until everything is quietly bubbling, for just a few minutes. Hit it with your immersion blender, let simmer on low again for 5 minutes. Check flavors and add whatever is needed: brown sugar? more pepper? ginger? salt? etc.
Be Creative, try something new when you're bored with a recipe. You eat every day - so - dust off that kitchen - COOK - Have fun with it! . 😁 . .Lin
