At last count, there were 72 notebooks stacked in my attic and storage space, or close at hand in my kitchen. Scrawled on their pages is the story of how I became a chef.

While these methods are great (trust me, I’m a Pinterest addict), nothing beats a good, old-fashioned, handwritten notebook of your go-to recipes.

For example, adjust the SAUTE function on the Instant Pot, or select the SAUTE or SIMMER setting on the Fagor Lux.) Rest, uncovered, for 5 to 10 minutes before tasting.

As I write this column, my recipe notebook, bulging with clippings, sits reproachfully on my desk. I will surely get around to cleaning it up and organizing it better. Soon, for sure.

The notebook lies flat, which is handy (Picture: Stone) The book has a concealed magnet to help it stick to stainless steel surfaces, a back pocket to store ripped out recipes and receipts, and a ...