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Here's a Sandwich Made of EVERYTHING on the McDonald's Dollar Menu">Here's a Sandwich Made of EVERYTHING on the McDonald's Dollar Menu
The apocalypse is upon us, friends: McDonald's just announced that it's gonna kill off its beloved Dollar Menu in favor of the super-catchy Dollar & More Menu, which goes all the way up to $5 and for some reason isn't... Read more
Australian Boutique Tries To Sell Bottled Moonlight, Organic Air, For A Cause (VIDEO)">Australian Boutique Tries To Sell Bottled Moonlight, Organic Air, For A Cause (VIDEO)
If that doesn't tickle your fancy, Dupé (pronounced "due•pey"), a pop-up shop in Australia, has a bevy of other options, including... Read more
OSSI DEI MORTI">OSSI DEI MORTI
I just found this and I don't know if you got your answer last year...... The is posting also mentions the Victoria's Bakery in San Francisco http://blog.webicurean.com/2012/10/28/ossi-di-morti-bones-of-the-dead-cookies-sundaysupper/ I plan on trying these tonight! Reading More May Cause Envy...
Read moreCan someone help me with a basic and tasty frosting recipe for cupcakes that does not use shortening?">Can someone help me with a basic and tasty frosting recipe for cupcakes that does not use shortening?
Please? It's for Halloween cupcakes, so it does need to be a sturdy enough consistency for piping from a pastry bag. Thanks! Reading More May Cause Envy...
Read moreOffice lunch time pot luck">Office lunch time pot luck
Hi Joseph, How long is lunch? Most crockpot meals are ones I'd like to sit and savor, or go back to (like getting a couple of bowls of beef stew while watching a game on Sunday), but it sounds like you'd probably be time-bound by the lunch hour. First, I'd bring a...
Read moreSauerbraten questions!">Sauerbraten questions!
1) I am making sauerbraten this weekend and most recipes call for baking in a Dutch oven which I don't have. Will I get the same results simmering on stove top which is how I usually make regular pot roasts? 2) Can I use Williams Sonoma brining bag to marinate...
Read moreBest way to make coffee?">Best way to make coffee?
"Beems are very good" I sware they make loverebly built in grinder so you can use fresh beans or you can buy your ground coffee from the store, easy to keep clean to just wash with a hot bowl of soapy water. :) Reading More May...
Read moreStealth Nattoo">Stealth Nattoo
Hi. Does anyone have, or have ideas for, using nattoo as an additive in more "regular" dishes? I've been reading up on the importance of K2 vitamine (of which nattoo is an unusually rich source) on bone structure, osteoporosis, plaquing of the atreries and so forth. Personally I eat the stuff bare japanese...
Read moreHomemade Sahale Snacks -- Valdosta Pecans">Homemade Sahale Snacks -- Valdosta Pecans
The real trick with spiced nuts is to use egg whites. That's what gives you that coating with the sugar. :D Since no one has posted in "recipe" format, I'll post mine. NOTE: I have NOT tested this yet, so if someone would like to tackle it, please let me know...
Read more"60 second steak"">"60 second steak"
Do you like this preparation? If so, what cut do you use? Reading More May Cause Envy...
Read moreAbout Me
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