Patience was not something that came naturally to me, but in cooking it is the quintessential skill.

Patience is the secret to good food.

Balance is key in cooking - you want a little acid, a little sweet, a little savory - the flavors should be harmonious.

Choose older eggs for hard cooking.

I reveled in the most basic rules and techniques that are the foundation of professional cooking. For example, it is essential to use a sharp knife: the sharper the knife, the more fluid and precise your work and the less likely you are to get hurt. Dull knives are a danger - they slip far more often.

I never predicted that I'd be a comedian, but it was something that came so naturally to me. I just felt good doing it.