"MDianaSanders;c-16704567" wrote:
If you're not opposed to use mods, LittleMsSam has one that stop the auto grab a serving. https://littlemssam.tumblr.com/post/175406636578/no-auto-food-grab-after-cooking-this-mod-prevents
I agree, this mod really helps. I like to have my sims cook when they are not starving (and are inspired) as their mood affects the quality of the dish. So I direct them to cook when they are in a good mood and then I put the dish in the fridge for a later time or the next day. But even if the hunger bar is still half full, they will grab a plate. The mod completely resolves that issue.