The New Cook in the Family
By celticeagle
@celticeagle (173714)
Boise, Idaho
April 27, 2025 6:48pm CST
I think that my grandson is becoming quite the cook. He has done a few things over the last few years. He helps his mom a lot in the kitchen. But, recently, he has taken on the role of cook, no longer helper.
Right now we are trying to get all the freezer and frig cleared out. Old food and things we forgot we had. So tonight he took it upon himself to put together a soup(he likes soup). He just came up to explain what ingredients he is putting in it and what the plan is for dinner. I gave a little advice, and it smells really good.
My daughter usually does the cooking. She does okay, but I think she feels it is more of a chore than something she enjoys. So if my grandson wants to take up the baton, go for it!
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16 responses
@GardenGerty (163230)
• United States
28 Apr
Soup is an excellent way to use up those bits.
Cooking is a great way to be creative.
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@DaddyEvil (146686)
• United States
28 Apr
I agree, it's always better if the cook wants to be in the kitchen for a while than if the person feels forced to do the cooking. Usually, the food turns out much better. 
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@celticeagle (173714)
• Boise, Idaho
28 Apr
Yes, it does. He is doing a good job. Just needs to put less salt in things.
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@celticeagle (173714)
• Boise, Idaho
19h
@DaddyEvil ......He likes a lot of salt and sugar. It's a thing.
@DaddyEvil (146686)
• United States
28 Apr
@celticeagle Pretty claims I put too much salt in some foods but I want to be able to taste it. Maybe he's the same way?
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.@celticeagle (173714)
• Boise, Idaho
19h
@much2say ......Yep! Come on over, grab a napkin, cause things get messy.
@Deepizzaguy (109094)
• Lake Charles, Louisiana
28 Apr
Your grandson likes cooking a lot which is good since it is going to assist you inside your home.
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@MarieCoyle (43156)
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28 Apr
I am a firm believer that pretty much everyone needs to know how to cook some meals. Especially now, with food so expensive. If he likes and wants to cook, good for him! Encourage him all you can. I hope his soup tasted as good as it smelled!
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@celticeagle (173714)
• Boise, Idaho
28 Apr
I do agree with that. He is doing well. I just wish he would not put so much salt in things. Live and learn.
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@celticeagle (173714)
• Boise, Idaho
19h
@MarieCoyle .......He doesn't work. He has ailments.
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@MarieCoyle (43156)
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29 Apr
@celticeagle
Does he work outside of the home? I wondered if he worked in a kitchen or restaurant and that helped him be interested in cooking.
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@kaka135 (14954)
• Malaysia
28 Apr
It's so nice of him!
I used to wish my children can take up the role of cook at home, so I can just pass them the kitchen. They don't enjoy cooking so much, especially my sons, and they prefer to do their own stuff. So I have to continue cooking..... 
I used to wish my children can take up the role of cook at home, so I can just pass them the kitchen. They don't enjoy cooking so much, especially my sons, and they prefer to do their own stuff. So I have to continue cooking..... 2 people like this
@celticeagle (173714)
• Boise, Idaho
28 Apr
Oh, well. We can't push it on them either.
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@celticeagle (173714)
• Boise, Idaho
28 Apr
He certainly is. I am fortunate to have him in my life. He is a dear.
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@celticeagle (173714)
• Boise, Idaho
28 Apr
That's a good thing. I think women are just expected to cook and so sometimes they don't take to it.
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@RebeccasFarm (94378)
• Arvada, Colorado
28 Apr
He is great Josh to cook..I bet he is glad to do it.
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@celticeagle (173714)
• Boise, Idaho
28 Apr
He does enjoy it. Now if I could just get him to not make some so salty that would be good. 
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@Marilynda1225 (84526)
• United States
28 Apr
If your grandson enjoys cooking then he'll create some really good meals. Looking forward to hearing about some of the dishes he comes up with and how lucky for you that you get to enjoy them.
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@Traceyjayne (1851)
• United Kingdom
28 Apr
My Grandson ... 13 next month ...has also just found a liking for cooking.
Spag bol is good but he did meatballs, and salad in a wrap with fries ....oh my days, delicious.
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@celticeagle (173714)
• Boise, Idaho
28 Apr
That's good. I think it is important that kids know how to cook. Some may like it and others not so much but it is a good thing to know.
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@celticeagle (173714)
• Boise, Idaho
19h
Yeah, you need to get some joy out of it or it is just a drudgory for you.
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