Wednesday 14 October 2015

Three Broken Dishes

Early this year I purchased a starter set from PrecisePortions.com: porcelain plates and bowls with markings to assist in measuring servings. I especially like the plates, which are divided into three unequal sections. One quarter of the plate is for meat , eggs, fish or poultry. Another quarter is for starches and grains like pasta, corn, squash, potatoes, peas or rice. That leaves half the plate for non-starchy veggies like tomatoes, mushrooms, green beans, broccoli, Brussel sprouts, spinach or other greens. It’s a subtle but important change; I never realized many of the meals I serve at home (and nearly everything we eat when dining out) were more starch than veg. 
For several months they’ve sat on my counter, a handy reference guide for meal planning and plating up, even when I’m using my daily china. Last month an unhappy glass tumbler slipped from my hand as I was emptying the dishwasher. It fell on the new plates: a clear case of murder/suicide. The plates were pricey, but they taught me a lot. If I replace them, it will be with a set of disposable divided dinnerware. 

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