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I don't know where I would be without by library of beautiful cookbooks. I treasure them and like an addict, I am constantly adding more books to the library. Often times I don't use the exact recipe but rather, I use them for inspiration. I'll often adjust recipes according to what's growing and what I currently have on hand. I also know from experience the frustration felt when you do precisely follow a recipe and it turns out wrong. It's not necessarily because you made a mistake, but rather, because the recipe just didn't work. But some cookbooks are marvelous. The recipes come out beautifully and the ideas are innovative. My collection of cookbooks often times serves as my library of new ideas and techniques if I'm running short.
And cooking does have a huge impact on the planet. I wrote over at TreeHugger last week that There's No Need For Revolution, Just Get Back In the Kitchen. One of the most pertinent reasons to learn to cook is the fact that you can control your own ingredients. The menu with the most vegetarian and vegan options is always your own. And if you choose to eat meat you can control your serving sizes as well as buying free range, grass fed, and organic products.
Keep reading to discover how to Regain Your Cooking Inspiration.
