Teaching my cousin to cook
When it happened
I'm going to talk about a time last summer when I taught my younger cousin how to cook. It was during the school holidays, and she came to stay with me for a few weeks.
What you taught
I decided to teach her how to make some basic but essential dishes. We started with some simple recipes like spaghetti Bolognese, a basic stir-fry, and how to bake a chocolate cake. These are all dishes that I think everyone should know how to make because they are simple, nutritious, and delicious.
Who you taught
My cousin, who was 15 at the time, had hardly any experience in the kitchen. Her parents are both very busy professionals who often resort to takeout, so she was really eager to learn how to cook for herself.
Why you taught this person
I taught her because I believe cooking is a vital life skill. It's not only about feeding yourself but also about understanding what goes into your body. I wanted her to be able to take care of herself once she goes off to university and also share the joy that cooking can bring.
How you felt about the teaching
Teaching her was incredibly rewarding. At first, she was a bit hesitant and unsure around the kitchen, but by the end of her visit, she was much more confident and could whip up several dishes with little guidance. Seeing her proud of her own achievements made me feel fulfilled as a teacher. It was a bonding experience for us too, and it brought us closer together. Plus, it was a lot of fun to see her excitement over successfully making meals on her own.
教我的表弟烹饪
发生的时候
我要讲一下去年夏天我教我的表弟如何烹饪的事情。那时正值暑假,她来我家住了几个星期。
你教的内容
我决定教她制作一些基本但必不可少的菜肴。我们从一些简单的食谱开始,比如肉酱意大利面,基础炒菜,以及如何烤巧克力蛋糕。我认为每个人都应该掌握这些菜肴的制作,因为它们简单、营养丰富且美味。
你教的对象
那时15岁的表弟在厨房几乎没有经验。她的父母都是非常忙碌的职业人士,常常依赖外卖,所以她非常渴望学会为自己烹饪。
你为何教这个人
我教她是因为我认为烹饪是一项必不可少的生活技能。这不仅是关于养活自己,还有关于了解你的身体需要什么。我希望她能够在上大学后照顾自己,也分享烹饪带来的快乐。
你对于教学的感受
教她让我感到非常有成就感。一开始,她在厨房有点犹豫和不确定,但在访问结束时,她变得更加自信,可以在很少指导的情况下制作出几道菜肴。看到她为自己的成就感到自豪让我觉得作为老师很有成就感。这也是我们之间的一次增进感情的经历,拉近了我们的距离。此外,看到她成功独立制作餐点时的兴奋也很有趣。