Justine goes to Scotland!

I went to the public library…again…and got cooking books! I got a book called “From Pasta to Pancakes: The Ultamate Student Cookbook.” This has easy recipies with few ingredients, so it is perfect for students. I have already made a few things like Basil, Garlic, Feta, Rocket and olive oil spaghetti. I also made fried rice! These recipes are good to understand how to do basic cooking skills, however they need more spice. I will have to invest in some pepper and basil…the essentials. I have rosemary and cinnamon! Ooh, today I made apple cinnamon pancakes for my flatmates because I wanted them to try the thick pancakes we have in the US. (They make crepes). Anyways, so I am enjoying cooking. It is different because I have had a meal plan for the last 2 1/2 years, but I have always enjoyed cooking. It is difficult because when I cook at home I have all of the supplies and all of the spices (like pepper and basil), but here I don’t. I have to buy almost everything for a recipe because I do not have much in the kitchen. Also, at home I am used to making big portions of food and having tons of leftovers. Here I have to make small portions so I do not take up a lot of room in the refrigerator with my leftovers!