Married the Tough Guy After Transmigrating-Chapter 199 - 200 Showcasing Culinary Skills

Chapter 199: Chapter 200: Showcasing Culinary Skills

Chapter 199: Chapter 200: Showcasing Culinary Skills

Food at the food factory was essentially the same every day, fixed supplies purchased from one place.

Except the meat varied daily.

Xu Ying made do with what was available, simply whipped up some hot and sour shredded potatoes, stewed cabbage with pork, a small amount of braised meat, and some spicy stir-fried greens. The staple food was steamed buns and rice porridge.

It must be said that the food at the food factory was pretty good, it all depended on whether the cook knew how to make it.

As the dishes were finished, the kitchen was filled with fragrant aromas that spread directly to the dining hall.

Old Li’s expression changed dramatically in an instant, and he rushed over to Xu Ying, picked up a piece of hot and sour shredded potatoes, and popped it into his mouth.

The fresh taste of the potato along with the sour and spicy flavor burst in his mouth, incredibly refreshing.

It was delicious, but Old Li’s face was extremely awkward.

He had not expected Xu Ying’s cooking to be so good.

Not convinced, Old Li made his way to the braised meat. Xu Ying did not make pure braised meat; after all, pork was expensive, and there were so many people at the food factory. She added potatoes to the braised meat as well.

The aroma of the braised meat was very strong, with a hint of sugar, the smoky scent of the meat, and the texture was smooth and melt-in-the-mouth.

The potatoes within were steeped in flavor, soft and sticky. Biting into one, the freshness of the potato mixed with the deliciousness of the braised meat created an unforgettable taste.

Mr. Sun, the factory manager, followed the scent and was the first to run to the cafeteria. When he arrived, everyone in the cafeteria straightened their backs and looked at him with a bit of trepidation.

“Manager Sun, good day.”

“Mhm.”

“Manager Sun, good day.”

Mr. Sun nodded to each in turn and made his way to the serving area.

“Manager, what would you like to eat?” The woman serving food welcomed him with a smile, eager to please.

Xu Ying curled the corner of her mouth, sighing at how people can be so pragmatic.

“Give me a portion of the braised meat, some of this shredded potato, a steamed bun, and some soup as well.” Manager Sun got his bowl of rice and then went to find Xiao Xu.

Seeing Xiao Xu, Mr. Sun was delighted, “Xiao Xu, how is it today? Are you getting used to things here?”

As soon as Mr. Sun said this, everyone in the kitchen pricked up their ears to listen to Xu Ying’s response.

Xu Ying nodded, “It’s very nice, and everyone has been great.”

With her words, everyone let out a sigh of relief.

Thank goodness Miss Xu hadn’t complained to the manager, or they would have been finished.

Seeing this, Mr. Sun’s smile grew, feeling glad that he would be able to enjoy meals made by Miss Xu without having to visit the State-owned Restaurant anymore.

My goodness, he wondered how the State-owned Restaurant managed to retain staff. Such a capable girl who cooks so well was now sent their way. Just thinking about it made Mr. Sun happy.

Soon, as employees of the food factory began their shifts, many crowded into the cafeteria.

“Auntie, why does the food smell so good today? Has there been a change in the chef?”

“Indeed, you have a keen nose. Our new chef is from the State-owned Restaurant, now one of our research department staff. I heard from the manager he’s soon to be promoted to department head.

To have him cooking for us is truly a blessing.” Aunt Xu said with a smile.

Since tasting Xu Ying’s cooking, she had been thoroughly impressed.

Old Li had lost his previous arrogance, pacing around the dining area in circles.

With such a good chef arriving, what use did they have for him?

He was done for. At his age, losing his job would be a joke, especially being outperformed by a girl much younger than him.

“Old Li, what are you up to there?” Manager Sun, while eating, glanced up, spotted him, and asked out of curiosity.

Upon being called by the manager, Old Li felt inexplicably guilty and walked over, “Manager, just grabbing some food.”

Mr. Sun, the factory manager, rarely visited the canteen for his meals, usually opting to eat at home.

Ever since Xiao Xu joined, Mr. Sun started dropping by specifically to eat the meals she prepared. It was evident how much he liked what Xiao Xu cooked.

A chill crept through his heart, “Mr. Sun, is the food that Xiao Xu makes particularly delicious?”

Mr. Sun nodded, smiling from ear to ear, but upon noticing Old Li’s discontented face, he quickly shut his mouth.

“Xiao Xu’s cooking is tasty indeed, but you’re not bad either.”

Not just anyone could be compared with Xiao Xu; the girl was simply out of this world.

Old Li found no comfort in those words.

How could Mr. Sun stand to see one of his employees in distress? He chuckled, “You weren’t born a chef, you know. Are you acquainted with Chef Ge? Even he isn’t as skilled as Xu Ying. So, it’s not a fair comparison.

Xiao Xu probably won’t stay here long anyway; she’ll leave once she gets bored.”

Old Li’s face flushed with anger at hearing these words. Get bored and then switch jobs.

What did this girl think her job was? He had always seen Mr. Sun as a fair man who wouldn’t exploit his power for personal gain, much less allow his family to do whatever they wanted just because he was the factory manager.

Now it seemed Mr. Sun was getting more confused with age, actually allowing a young girl to take advantage of his position.

Mr. Sun was already old and a few years from retirement.

And now this young girl comes along and tarnishes his reputation. Sigh.

Old Li shook his head and turned to leave.

Mr. Sun, lost in his meal, had already submerged himself into the flavors, despite seldom having had the opportunity to taste Xu Ying’s cooking.

He never liked to spend the extra money.

Now that he had tasted the dishes made by Xu Ying, he sighed. The same ingredients could result in drastically different outcomes: cooked by some, they were exceptionally unappetizing; by others, merely passable.

But Xu Ying’s cooking was simply delicious.

If only Xiao Xu could stay in the canteen forever.

Xu Ying was currently over the moon, hearing the system’s continuous prompts of goodwill value increasing by 1+1, she couldn’t keep the smile off her face.

“This is our Master Xiao Xu, who used to work at the State-owned Restaurant. How is the food, tasty, isn’t it?”

The diners had already been conquered by Xu Ying’s culinary skills, grinning ear to ear, “I’ve never had a meal this delicious.”

“Exactly, I’ve been getting tired of eating shredded potatoes every day, but Xiao Xu’s shredded potatoes are simply addictive.”

The staff in the canteen heaped praise on the meals Xu Ying prepared.

But some were curious, “Why did she stop working at the State-owned Restaurant? It’s got much better conditions than our factory canteen.”

The old ladies in the kitchen also looked puzzled. Why would she quit such a good job just like that?

Old Li listened intently upon hearing this.

Xu Ying smiled, “I love cooking and seeing everyone enjoy my meals give me immense joy.

At the State-owned Restaurant where I worked, people who often dined there have probably all tried my dishes.

I wanted to change the scenery, move to an unfamiliar place, and let more people taste the food I make.”

At this moment, one of the old ladies spoke up, “Master Xiao Xu, by what you’re saying, if we all try your food, won’t you be looking to move on again?”

Xu Ying didn’t hide it and nodded. Once the space unlocked and she saved up enough goodwill points, she wouldn’t keep bustling around in the kitchen.

Mostly, she was short of money and also points to unlock advanced pharmaceuticals.

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“Pretty much.”

Upon hearing her words, Old Li’s eyes widened, “Are you serious?”