meditative stirring, chopping, layering of ingredients (I often go for a ratatouille when Iβm having a bad day because itβs a lot of prep) you get time to be distracted or reflective and get something nourishing at the end of it. might involve a trip to the store but that can be cleansing in its own way.
I will be making a mess. I will be dancing. I will be taking my TIME and chopping onions slowly and savoring the smells and tasting as I go. 20 minute meals can go to hell
