peach cobbler redefined

I got off to a good start. Fixed a fresh peach cobbler in a clear glass pie plate.

It was simple:
3 or 4 peaches sliced,
a little water,
a little brown sugar,
cinnamon

Topped with pie crust from a box, patted flat between my hands. I arranged the crust on top of the filing and put the pie in the carefully pre-heated 350 degree F oven.

While we ate sandwiches for lunch, I checked on the cobbler. Definitely looking good! Needs fifteen more minutes, I told myself.

So I went back to graphic design on my computer in the basement. And forgot about the cobbler. Really. Didn't think about it again for two hours -- when I went upstairs for something and smelled a very sweet smell.

The cobbler was burnt to a blackened crisp. Nothing left worth photographing.

"Well, at least it smells good!" said Boo.

Which reminds me, didn't I say the aroma of good food cooking fills me up as much as eating the food?

Guess it is true . . .

relationship between aroma and taste

Yes, good food cooking aromas make me feel full -- before I have had anything to eat! I found that a doctor in Chicago researches olfactory experiences, including satiation. His name is Dr. Alan R. Hirsch. More information about food, smells, and experience can be found at this website: www.smellandtaste.org

Does aroma of cooking food = happiness?

What do you think? Do you feel full before you ever sit down to eat if your home is scented by the smell of food cooking?

It seems to be the case for me. When the house is full of delicious cooking smells, I literally lose my appetite . . . that is, I feel full and happy.

Doe anyone else have experiences like that?