barry in indy wrote:
> Having been a "professional" cook, and since I am living alone, I
> like to experiment with food (no, not THAT way!). I've discovered
> some interesting combinations of prepared foods which are
> actually quite good. For example, I take a can of chili with
> beans, mix it with a can of vegetable soup (Progresso minestrone
> works well), heat, and then enjoy chili soup. It's less filling
> than plain chili, and lasts for several meals.
>
(snippage)

This doesn't say much for your "professional cook" status, Barry. I've
worked in many restaurants in many capacities (although I cannot say I was a
cook, sous chef, saucier and certainly not a chef)... they weren't opening
cans and mixing them together, trust me. I'm not saying your combination
doesn't work for you, but for you to present it after stating you were a
professional cook, well, that's just silly. If it works for you, fine, but
please don't present it under the guise of having been a "professional
cook". That simply won't cut it here.

There are lots of things I love that aren't exactly restaurant material...

Jill