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Originally posted by Replaced_Texan
Generally it's a "feel" your way through process that probably doesn't make much sense unless you have a general idea of what the final product is supposed to be.
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My kids decided to interview their old, old relatives from the Old Countries to put down in writing all of the traditional recipes they've been making for years.
Each interview seemed to go like this:
"Add the sugar."
"How much sugar?"
"Well, enough so that it tastes right."
"What? A cup? How much?"
"Well, I don't know . .. just add enough."
(thinking - getting wise - looking for broad parameters) "Do you add it with a spoon, or a cup, or a bowl . . .?"
"I just use my hand."
I think it's safe to say that many of these dishes are going to die out.
