| | | When I first posed this question to our team of registered dietitians, I imagined their responses would be full of links to Instagram accounts of professional chefs and foodie influencers. Turns out, they had something much sweeter and closer to home in mind. Below, learn who inspires our RDs the most when it comes to food and cooking. | | | | | | | I'm not crying, you're crying!
Ginger Wojcik
Newsletter Editor, Healthline |  | | Written by Ginger Wojcik
October 8, 2024 • 4 min read | | | |  | | | | Q: | Who inspires you most when it comes to food and cooking? | | | A: | "My husband. He took over cooking meals 9 years ago, and it's been amazing. He likes to experiment with different types of recipes, which sometimes take us to different international grocery stores. I find this to be a great excuse to see different foods and brands used in other cultures. Some of the different types of produce are always my favorite things to look at. I'm always amazed when he's making a bigger meal and he's able to time things right to get everything on the table at the same time. I can't handle that pressure!"
— Annie Hibbs, CPPM, MS, RD, LD
"My love for food and cooking comes from spending time in the kitchen with my mom growing up. However, in terms of who inspires me now, I'd have to say my toddler. In addition to navigating typical toddler pickiness, my son's wanting to help in the kitchen — and his curiosity with new ingredients — has inspired me to try recipes and ingredient combinations that I might not have before."
— Kelli McGrane, MS, RD
"I usually find inspiration in my mom's recipes. My mom is an avid recipe keeper, so I tend to text her from time to time to send my at-home favorites from growing up. When I am in the mood to cook something new, I search and find inspiration through Pinterest."
— Leah Maschino, MBA, RDN
"Everyone and everywhere they came from! Love cooking and trying foods from different cultures."
— Jessica Sandoz, MS, RDN, LDN, CDCES
"Truthfully, my whole family. Like many families, mealtimes and holidays are important to us. I find myself being influenced by many family members, like my mother's and aunt's love of cookies. There are certain foods that I have to put Frank's RedHot sauce on because that is how my dad made them when I was in high school. I have many fond memories of my grandparents' cooking, and I find myself using their tips and tricks or craving their recipes often!"
— Kirsten Seele, MFN, RD, LD, NBC-HWC, Wellos Coach
"So cliche, but my parents! Do my parents say 'I love you'? Not really, but they definitely show it through their food and the way they feed us. We really bond over trying new recipes to cook for each other."
— Mohini Bhakta, MBA, RDN, CDCES
"My husband, who has zero cooking background. He never follows a recipe and just uses whatever we have in the house, in whatever quantity he feels is needed. I've learned to use the same approach, and it's led to some creative and tasty kitchen adventures! … and also some duds, but it's a learning experience."
— Lindsay Mahar, MS, RDN, Wellos Coach
| | | | | | | | Still processing | | | | | | |  | | Cuisinart Mini-Prep Food Processor | As I've mentioned many times before, I live in a small apartment with very little cabinet space. So I'm always on the lookout for mini appliances like this food processor. (Full transparency: I actually scored this same model at a yard sale last year for $10!)
With a 3-cup capacity, it excels at making sauces and dips, but you can also use it for bigger projects if you're willing to prep in batches. It's not winning any awards for being fancy or high tech, but it'll get the job done at a reasonable price. And is there anything better than that? | | | | Every product we recommend has gone through either Healthline's or Optum Store's vetting processes. If you buy through links on this page, we may receive a small commission or other tangible benefit. Healthline has sole editorial control over this newsletter. Potential uses for the products listed here are not health claims made by the manufacturers. Healthline and Optum Store are owned by RVO Health. | | | | | | | | | | | | |  | | Wellos is a sister brand of Healthline. | | | | Wellos offers curated recipe collections by meal type, dietary preference, and cuisine. Tailor your meals even further with filters for prep time, appliances, and more. | | | | | | | | | | | | What we're digesting | | 🧘 23 things you can do to stop overeating. Use these tips to help you establish a new, healthy routine. | | 😞 Why do I get constipation pain? Plus, changes you can make to feel better. | | 🥗 18 terrific foods for relieving stress. Adding these nutrient-dense foods to your diet can help you cope. | | 🥅 How to calculate net carbs. Understanding how your body processes different kinds of carbs can help you manage your blood sugar, weight, and overall health. | | | Thanks for reading, friends! If you're feeling chatty, email nutritionedition@healthline.com to let us know who inspires you to cook. (As a heads-up, we may use your response in an upcoming newsletter.) | | | Until next time, |  | Take care of yourself, and we'll see
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