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Twist on Shrimp Cocktail?">Twist on Shrimp Cocktail?
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Read moreBERRY AND NUT PIE?">BERRY AND NUT PIE?
Would it be possible to pour some Costco frozen/thawed berries into a graham cracker crust, possibly mixed with some walnuts, and bake it at X degrees for Y minutes to produce something edible, or would, you know, stuff have to be added e. g. sugar? If yes, how much of...
Read moreDry brining, turkey breast plate or flip the turkey?">Dry brining, turkey breast plate or flip the turkey?
I decided to dry brine the turkey this year and i am thinking about how to deal with the breast cooking time. The most popular method either flip the bird or have a breast foil plate to prevent the overcooking the breast meat. Reading More May...
Read moreDry brining, turkey breast plate or flip the turkey?">Dry brining, turkey breast plate or flip the turkey?
I decided to dry brine the turkey this year and i am thinking about how to deal with the breast cooking time. The most popular method either flip the bird or have a breast foil plate to prevent the overcooking the breast meat. Reading More May...
Read moreHow did they make this meringue? (lemon tart from Bouchon Bakery)">How did they make this meringue? (lemon tart from Bouchon Bakery)
Aha, that sounds right. Thanks. Reading More May Cause Envy...
Read moreBest things you'll NEVER be able to cook again??">Best things you'll NEVER be able to cook again??
Been there, done that (more than once!) until I finally figured out that when magic like that happens, if I sit down and think hard, I actually can write out the recipe *IF* I do it before I go to bed. Yes! Even if the recipe includes things...
Read moreNot enough Turkey!!!">Not enough Turkey!!!
We are hosting the holiday and are scheduled to have 10 adults and 7 children for dinner. The meat shop made an error with my pre-ordered free-range turkey and instead of being 17+ lbs, it is only 13.75 lbs. Most of us prefer dark meat anyway, and I...
Read morereheating latkes">reheating latkes
I made 75 latkes this weekend for Thanksgivukkah and put them in the freezer. I know they should be reheated in a single layer but even with 2 ovens that's not realistic. Can I put them in baking sheets in a single layer and put the baking sheets...
Read moreMaking scalloped sweet potatoes ahead">Making scalloped sweet potatoes ahead
I decided to try Bobby Flay's scalloped sweet potatoes, but I want to do them a day before. The recipe is simple: layer the sliced potatoes with a mixture of cream and chipotle chile puree. I think it would be best to cook the casserole, cover and refrigerate, then reheat...
Read moreForget T-Day, I've got an open house to think about">Forget T-Day, I've got an open house to think about
I've got maybe 40-50 people (including children) coming over for an open house in 2 weeks. I don't intend to feed them heartily but go with simple finger foods. Most will be cold as along the lines of pita chips and hummus, cheese/cracker platters, veggie sticks, grapes and so...
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I love food. Unfortunately, I can't cook worth a damn. I've been known to even burn water.
When I watch chefs and good cooks on tv, I'm so envious of their skills. This blog is the closest I get to cooking, other than the microwave ;)
Try not to drool!
John, New Englander turned Cali dude