Thairific

My cooking skills are pretty limit, but I thought trying to make something that seemed a little harder to make would be an interesting adventure. I am known for being able to make pancakes, toasted cheese, nachos and pasta... and that about does it for my specialties.

In college I just never really found the time or the will to make anything special. Considering I was the only one who was going to eat it, making a nice big meal wasn't too realistic. Now that I am even more on my own, I guess it is time to finally become more domestic. I cringe at the thought of cleaning, making dinner and maintaining a household - but it must be done (I'd rather suck it up and do it than be grimy and dirty I suppose). It's probably easier to get a job if I look presentable, but who knows perhaps I should try the grunge thing.

So, for the last few weeks, I have been doing the necessary domestic deeds and I must say it is not utter torture. Now, I also don't have much else to fill my days with, but I could see myself one day being a "domestic diva" of sorts. A non-criminal, Martha Stewart type. Not the trophy wife type, but the stay at home cool soccer mom type. Somewhere down the road perhaps. For now I will work on getting a job so maybe one day I can afford to have a family and all.

Anyway, turns out making Thai food wasn't really that hard after all. I love Pad Thai and have been thinking about trying to make it for some time. Today, was finally the day. I got a box with the noodles and the sauce, followed the simple directions on the back of the box and wa - la - chicken pad thai. My next adventure in international cooking - fried rice. (This recipe seemed like it may be manageable and cheap cooking sounds pretty good to me). If I can master these two delicious dishes - ooo baby - glory will be mine.

Lesson #9: Experiment in the kitchen. What's the worst that could happen? - a fire?, bad food? Just make sure you have a fire extinguisher and a phone book nearby (for ordering pizza). Try making different international foods, you may be surprised by how tasty and authentic you can make your favorite dishes.

Fun Tidbit: There are also "trophy husbands" now as well...