It’s a cliche, but it’s true: there’s very little in life as satisfying as putting food in front of your people and watching them enjoy everything about it.

–Andy

The Cook’s Creed from Meta Given’s The Modern Family Cookbook (1958)

The health of my family is in my care, therefore– I will preserve as far as possible the nutritive elements in foods which are delivered to me.

My family’s enjoyment of food is in my care, therefore– I will preserve and enhance the attractive qualities of the foods with which I work.

Stretching the food dollar is part of my responsibility, therefore– I shall take such care of foods that none will spoil. I will use left-overs with thought and skill.

A well-prepared dish and an appetizing meal are a creative achievement, therefore– I shall derive happiness from work itself.

Good food is of prime importance to my family, therefore– I shall take pride in doing an outstanding job of cooking.