Family Preferences¶
This document records long-term editorial decisions about how the Kester family actually cooks and eats. It is not a list of rules for individual recipes. Instead, it provides context so future recipes reflect family preferences rather than generic cookbook assumptions.
Purpose¶
Use this document whenever creating or revising recipes.
Before adding a new recipe, ask:
- Does it match how the family actually cooks?
- Does it fit family tastes?
- Does it assume the equipment we own?
- Does it support work boxes or planned transformations when appropriate?
Flavor Preferences¶
Tomatoes¶
- Avoid fresh tomatoes as a featured ingredient.
- Cooked tomatoes are preferred.
Spice Level¶
- Record preferred spice level here.
Protein Preferences¶
- Preferred proteins:
- Proteins to avoid:
Vegetable Preferences¶
- Favorite vegetables:
- Vegetables used occasionally:
- Vegetables to avoid:
Pantry Standards¶
Record preferred brands, substitutions, and pantry assumptions.
Examples:
- Preferred mayonnaise
- Preferred barbecue sauce
- Jarred minced garlic is acceptable
- Standard cooking oils
- Common seasoning blends
Equipment Assumptions¶
Recipes may assume access to:
- Pellet smoker
- Cast iron cookware
- Instant Pot
Add equipment as it becomes part of the normal kitchen.
Meal Planning Preferences¶
- Favor recipes that create good leftovers or planned transformations.
- Work-box friendly meals are valuable.
- Recipes should reflect real family cooking rather than restaurant presentation.
Editorial Principle¶
If this document conflicts with a generic recipe, prefer this document. The goal is to preserve how the Kester family actually cooks, not how recipes are traditionally written.