No need to add flavor

There was a story I heard once that Henry Ford would take potential new employees to dinner before he hired them. If they salted their food before they tasted it, he would not hire them. Mr. Ford felt that no one should think they can make a chef’s creations better. After you taste it, you may want to add or enhance with salt or pepper, but try it first was his philosophy. Trust the professionals.

I dabble a little in cooking for others and it is surprising to me how many diners request condiments with their meals before even trying them. Ranch dressing seems to be the preferred choice. I like...