Before attempting any recipe, I note down the quantities and directions in a small draft notebook. If the recipe is a success (that is, if I really like it), then I neatly copy the information, notes and modifications on the “pretty notebook”, and occasionally (when I find the time to do it), post it on the blog. If the recipe fails, or simply it’s not what I expected, I stamp a big red “Do not repeat” mark on the draft notebook.
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