Seeing his mother-in-law's insistence, Zhang Hao gave up the idea for the time being. Anyway, it would take a long time, so there was no need to rush. Besides, the sister-in-law might not be able to come over. After all, most of Bai Jian's relatives are in Yicheng.
After lunch, he went out to "work".
Compared with half a month ago, Shawei Village today has undergone a huge change. Thick snow directly submerged the first floor, and every household seemed to live in an underground world.
In the village chief's office, Chief Fan is listening to the radio. This is the only way to obtain information at present.
"Old Zhang, you're here at the right time. I have something to discuss with you. You can help me make up my mind."
"What happened?"
Zhang Hao asked casually.
Since he successfully predicted the time of heavy snowfall, Village Chief Fan likes to discuss with him whether it is a big issue or a trivial matter.
He is about to become the deputy village chief.
"The village plans to build a collective canteen to solve everyone's food problem. What do you think?"
"Group canteen? Is there a shortage of fuel in the village?"
Zhang Hao said doubtfully.
As far as he knew, every household in the village not only stocked up on food, but also on coal and wood.
After all, in the last days, you still need to cook and keep warm.
Logically speaking, it has only been more than half a month, so it is impossible for it to be consumed so quickly.
"Alas." Village Chief Fan sighed: "The village has been advertising every day, telling everyone to be careful about carbon monoxide poisoning, but some people are careless, and another poisoning incident has just happened..."
"Is it serious?" Zhang Hao immediately asked with concern.
"Fortunately, fortunately, the patrol team discovered it in time, so it didn't cause a big disaster."
"Can you get poisoned by cooking a meal?"
Zhang Hao expressed confusion.
"It may also be because of heating. Anyway, we can't let them stay at home anymore. What I mean is, just let everyone go to the underground garage, so as to save more firewood."
"Uncle Fan, your idea is really good!"
Zhang Hao couldn't help but praise.
In the future, collective canteens will bloom everywhere.
Unexpectedly, Village Chief Fan actually walked in front.
Village Chief Fan smiled and waved his hand: "I also made reference to the practices during the civil war. To be honest, I am really nostalgic for that time.
Although life was very hard at that time, I was happiest every time I had a meal, and I was particularly satisfied. One potato could last me two hours."
"I understand, but how to do it specifically?"
Speaking of which, Zhang Hao also had a similar experience.
But it’s all in a dream.
"This is how I think about it. Every household pays food per head, once a month. Adults pay more, children pay less, and then the canteen provides three meals a day."
"What about people who are not from this village?"
There are also many migrant workers in the village, as well as property owners who have bought houses in Jingwen Nanhu Community. These people are all outsiders, and together they account for almost half of the population.
"Treat everyone equally. Those who have food will pay for it, those who have no food will pay for it, and those who have no money can help them arrange work. In short, they will not be short of food."
Village Chief Fan Fangdao.
This is also done to stabilize people's hearts.
If chaos really breaks out, they will still be the ones to suffer.
Zhang Hao nodded, Shawei Village is a famous rich village, and it is indeed not short of this food.
"How to ensure the quality of food? In my opinion, no one seems to be able to endure hardship."
Zhang Hao then asked.
Although the collective canteen is good, it has a big drawback, that is, the food produced is not delicious.
It would be fine if it was a difficult time, but right now, you are living a pretty good life, and you have never been hungry at all, so I am afraid it will be difficult for you to accept a big pot meal.
"This is easy to do. It's cold now, and the food tends to get cold. We might as well make a hundred large hot pots for fifty people per table, and the taste shouldn't be too bad."
"Hot pot? How to fix the soup base?"
"Make soup with bacon, cured chicken and ham, and sprinkle some chili pepper on top. The taste should be good. Besides, now is not the time to be particular about it, so it will be just fine."
Zhang Hao nodded: "We happened to grow some vegetables in the greenhouse, and there are too many to eat. I will send some to the canteen to add more hot dishes for everyone."
"Oh, you came at the right time with your vegetables. Now everyone has finished eating the vegetables they stocked up. Everyone is almost tired of eating meat and just wants to take a bite of vegetables."
Village Chief Fan suddenly said in surprise.
"Uncle Fan, don't get excited yet. Our family only has a few acres of greenhouses in total, and the output is limited. There are more than 5,000 people in our village, and there will definitely not be enough for everyone to eat."
Zhang Hao quickly reminded.
He really didn't expect that vegetables are actually more popular than meat right now.
Village Chief Fan waved his hand: "I know the quantity is limited. Don't let the adults eat. Leave it to the children and let them open a few tables alone. Children need balanced nutrition. I don't think others will have any objections."<
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"You are still thoughtful."
Zhang Hao immediately gave a thumbs up.
"Lao Zhang, I would like to thank you on behalf of the people in the village."
"Well, Uncle Fan, if you need it, I can give you a separate copy later?"
Zhang Hao took the opportunity to suggest.
"Ahem..." Uncle Fan blushed, "Originally I shouldn't have asked for it, but I have a few little granddaughters at home who are picky eaters and have lost a lot of weight. As a grandfather, I felt distressed, so I shamelessly helped them.
Accepted."
"Hey, what's this? These are vegetables I grew myself. I can give them to whomever I want. No one can care about them. You don't have to worry about it."
Zhang Hao smiled and reassured.
"The truth is this truth..."
"Okay, let's make an agreement. I will send vegetables to your house once a week."
Village Chief Fan immediately responded: "Our family has a lot of Jinhua hams, which are all authentic and authentic through my relationship. You can take a few back to try them."
"Okay, then I'm welcome."
Zhang Hao did not refuse.
The way to get along is to come and go.
……
After dinner, Zhang Hao installed anti-skid chains on the wheels of the car, and then took several large bags of vegetables to the village head Fan's house.
Village Chief Fan and his four sons are here, plus three adult grandsons. The population is indeed prosperous, so it is no wonder that he can become the village chief of Shawei Village.
After some courtesy, Zhang Hao opened the trunk of the car: "I don't know what you like to eat, so I picked a little of everything."
"What you're saying doesn't matter what time it is. It's good to eat some. If anyone dares to be picky about food, I'll slap him to death with my big mouth."
Village Chief Fan rummaged through the bag eagerly.
The juicy, green vegetables and fruits look particularly lovely.
"Uncle Fan, move in quickly. The temperature outside is low, so don't freeze." Zhang Hao reminded.
"Yes, yes." Village Chief Fan turned back and glanced at his sons: "Boss, hurry up and move the vegetables in, and move out the things I prepared. Be careful not to drop them on the ground."
Soon, Zhang Hao saw the luxurious return gift.
In addition to six Jinhua hams, there were also two boxes of moss, four cartons of cigarettes, several large boxes of health products, and a large bag full of dried seafood, which seemed to weigh at least dozens of kilograms.