My mother was a bad cook. She didn't burn anything, but nothing stood out. I don't make anything she made. My brothers and I don't have anything that stands out from our childhood. Probably because she didn't like to eat what my father did, and she cooked for him. My grandma was a better cook, but, still plain food. I taught myself and am okay at it. My daughter in law is a great cook and baker. I like to go there and eat her food and baked goods.