[Genshin Impact]: I can become stronger by cooking.

The only challenge in this recipe might be the "appropriate amount" in the black pepper sauce recipe.

Cleaning the frying pan, Chao Ke began his attempt once again.

This time, Chao Ke reduced the amount of black pepper and began to adjust the proportions of other seasonings based on his previous experience.

Delicious and creamy mashed potatoes

[Rating: 84 points]

[Introduction: Omitted]

[Review: Too much water was added, making the black pepper sauce too thin and unable to coat the mashed potatoes with flavor. The matsutake mushroom sauce was too overpowering, disrupting the overall flavor harmony.]

"Is the ratio of water to matsutake mushroom sauce incorrect?"

Chao Ke scooped up a spoonful of sauce and tasted it; it was indeed so.

The sauce was too thin and didn't coat the batter well. Also, too much matsutake mushroom sauce was added, resulting in an unharmonious flavor. The umami had a somewhat technological feel to it, as I had mentioned in my past life.

Since the system's evaluation clearly points out the direction for improvement, continuous adjustments can eventually lead to the standard answer.

So Chao Ke began a lot of repeated attempts, and the system's rating of the dishes kept increasing with each attempt.

Delicious and creamy mashed potatoes

[Rating: 86 points]

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Delicious and creamy mashed potatoes

[Rating: 89 points]

...

Delicious and creamy mashed potatoes

[Rating: 88 points]

...

The ultimate in rich and creamy mashed potatoes

[Rating: 95 points]

[Introduction: Omitted]

[Evaluation: Through constant repetition and refinement, you've finally crafted this "standard answer." However, is this standard answer truly the final result given by a culinary mastermind...?]

Upon seeing the system's evaluation, Chao Ke was taken aback, and the joy that had filled his heart was extinguished by this single sentence.

"Is the 'standard answer' really the final answer given by a culinary mastermind...?"

Although Chao Ke has only ever regarded the Chef Demon God System as a cheat code to improve his strength, he has never thought of considering himself a Chef Demon God or even a chef.

But after seeing this sentence, Chao Ke admitted that he was somewhat moved.

Well, well, ever since he achieved that so-called "mental breakthrough" in the Chef God Trial Grounds, Chao Ke has found that his threshold for aversion to cooking has been greatly raised.

Since you haven't gotten tired of it yet, try it a few more times.

This time, Chao Ke did not use the "standard answer" provided by the system, and even deliberately avoided repeating it.

Based on his own definition and understanding of deliciousness, Chao Ke began to try and search for better options time and time again.

Meanwhile, the ratings for Chao Ke's productions began to become extremely unstable, sometimes in the eighties and sometimes hovering around ninety.

However, instead of feeling anxious, Chao Ke found things going more smoothly and he became happier with each task.

A sense of pleasure from cooking began to linger in Chao Ke's heart, and he even found himself humming a song while simmering the black pepper sauce.

"Well, another one's gone mad!"

Chao Ke made self-deprecating jokes, yet the results of his work became increasingly remarkable.

The ultimate in rich and creamy mashed potatoes

[Rating: 96 points]

[Introduction: Omitted]

[Evaluation: Congratulations! You've successfully learned how to make black pepper sauce, not just the recipe.]

Chao Ke smiled wryly. This system, if it can talk, then say a few more words.

However, the opportunity I was looking for had arrived.

Chao Ke once again attempted to make [fragrant mashed potatoes], starting with boiling potatoes and then simmering black pepper sauce.

However, this time, Chao Ke no longer avoided repeating the system's "standard answer," but instead modified the system's standard answer according to his own understanding.

Pour a suitable amount of black pepper sauce over the mashed potatoes.

The system's final score also popped up.

[Truly the most delicious and rich mashed potatoes]

[Rating: 100 points]

[Introduction: The ultimate expression of rich and creamy mashed potatoes; these ingredients are honored to be used by you.]

[Review: Congratulations! You've successfully learned how to cook delicious mashed potatoes. Of course, I know you've learned much more than that. You're a culinary genius!]

Chao Ke tried to appear calm, but the corners of his mouth were more difficult to suppress than AK's.

"System, open the door for your Chef Demon God. I want to leave this training ground."

"Yes, my culinary demon!"

Chapter 36 Sis, you're really hungry.

The next day, Chao Ke got up very early.

Thanks to the two advancements in the Chef level, Chao Ke's physique was elevated to an inhuman level.

Just three or four hours of sound sleep was enough to restore most of the energy I had lost in the Culinary God Trial last night.

Chao Ke was busy preparing breakfast in the kitchen, while Arecino sat at the table, flipping through the day's morning paper with great interest.

Shocking! The Lefevere family was brutally wiped out, but the police investigation has hit a roadblock...

"Heh, interesting."

A dozen minutes later, Chao Ke came out of the kitchen carrying two plates.

"Hey sis, stop looking and come try my new dish."

"Oh?" Arecino closed the newspaper beside her and looked at Chao Ke's new work with great interest.

It looks pretty good, but I don't know how it tastes.

ten minutes later...

Looking at the two CDs beside her older sister, Chao Ke's gaze was somewhat resentful.

"Sis, you're really hungry."

The reason why there were two empty plates next to Arecino was because her older sister had snatched away her plate without expression after she had only eaten a little more than half of Chao Ke's.

Arecino let out a soft burp and stretched contentedly.

"It's just one more bite of your food. You've been spending all day in the restaurant anyway, so you won't go hungry."

Looking at his older sister's exceptionally well-developed pectoral muscles, Chao Ke silently swallowed.

Fine, you're the boss, whatever you say goes.

After Arecino cleared away the dishes, the two walked together and arrived near the Boufati Mansion.

Although it was still quite early, the doors of Jia Zi Wei Restaurant were already open.

Although he hadn't gone inside yet, Chao Ke already guessed who would be the first person to arrive at the restaurant.

Looking at the figure busy in the kitchen, it was indeed Louise.

Chao Ke washed his hands and went to the kitchen to help Louise with the restaurant preparations.

A dozen minutes later, Ashley and Butler arrived at the store one after another.

Considering the distance between their residence and the Jiaziwei Restaurant, Chao Ke suspected that they might have gotten up even earlier than him.

Speaking of which, Chao Ke has seen that his three female employees are all very hardworking and dedicated.

So, after finishing the preparations in the kitchen, Chao Ke gathered them together.

"Everyone, I have something to announce."

"After lunch, I'm thinking of giving you two and a half days off, and you can come back to work in three days."

"Huh? Boss, is it that sudden?" Ashley asked, somewhat surprised.

"What, you don't like holidays?"

"No! No! No! I like holidays," Ashley quickly waved her hand and said.

"Everyone must be very busy these past few days. Perfect timing, I also have some things to take care of."

"Let's take this opportunity to give everyone a break and take care of our own things."

As he spoke, Chao Ke took out three checks for two million Mora and handed them to the three men respectively.

Now that we have ample funds on hand, we certainly can't let our employees suffer.

“Our restaurant has a high customer flow, and the work is more demanding than other places. This money is an extra bonus for you, a reward for your hard work.”

"Also, Ashley and Butler, you two should find a place to stay nearby for the next couple of days so you can sleep in a little longer each day. Don't worry, the rent will be fully reimbursed."

"Louise, spend the next couple of days with Fimini and the other children. I heard from my older sister that quite a few of them want to meet you, their 'Mother'."

The three employees of Chaoke showed excitement and joy at the unexpected holiday and bonus.

Seeing the girls' unusually energetic eyes, Chao Ke understood. The small amount of bonus he had given out would probably be earned back by them, many times over.

In business, giving up some profits appropriately will yield greater returns.

Chao Ke posted a notice of closure, which immediately caught the attention of a passing diner.