I'm a newlywed and a new teacher, and I've found that good food is a perfect way to please the people you care about, like my husband and students! I could never decide - I love making Italian food, but I also love Mexican food, grilling, and baking! I came from a meat and potatoes family with a lot of casseroles, which always kept me satisfied and of a "healthy weight", but since I've started cooking on my own, I've enjoyed trying more new and complex meals, often with a healthier spin on them with lots of fresh herbs and veggies.