Once upon a time, there were 8 friends named Frying, Boiling, Grilling, Baking, Roasting, Poaching, Steaming, and Blanching. They all lived in the kitchen, where they would help the chef cook food every day.

One day, the chef asked them to each prepare a dish using their cooking method. Frying made crispy french fries, Boiling cooked tender carrots, Grilling grilled juicy steaks, Baking baked a delicious cake, Roasting roasted a succulent chicken, Poaching made poached eggs, Steaming steamed rice and Blanching blanched green beans.

Everyone was impressed with the dishes and realized that each cooking method had its own unique taste and texture, and that they could all come together to make a delicious meal.

From that day on, the 8 friends worked together to cook tasty meals for everyone to enjoy. And they all lived happily ever after. The end.

Reflections

1. What are the names of the 8 cooking friends in the story?
2. What dish did each friend make to impress the chef?
3. How did the friends feel about working together in the kitchen?
4. Can you think of other ways to cook food besides the methods used by the 8 friends?
5. Why do you think it's important to have different cooking methods?