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To inject or not to inject that is the question">To inject or not to inject that is the question
I got a smoker for my birthday and I've been dying to make a brisket. So who can tell me the answer to the universal question above? I will be putting a dry rub on first. Thank you Reading More May Cause Envy...
Read moreGougeres">Gougeres
I love these little cheesy puffs and they are so simple to make. The recipe I used was Dorie Greenspan's Around My French Table. They are a delightful nibble with cocktails. I just don't know why I don't make them more often. They freeze well and can be warmed back...
Read moreWhat can I do with smoked pork jowl?">What can I do with smoked pork jowl?
I bought a whole one, it's about a pound. I've used up half of it as lardons, and don't really want to do pork and beans. Also, I've saved the strips of hard rind, what can I do with them? Can/how do I do a no-carb cabonara with the strips...
Read moreWhat can I do with EVOO that expired in 2009?">What can I do with EVOO that expired in 2009?
Why not try it and find out? Reading More May Cause Envy...
Read moreIce cream made with Cuisinart ice cream maker">Ice cream made with Cuisinart ice cream maker
I have a different model and after a summer of frustration, I gave mine to a cousin. I tried the recipes that came with the machine and lots of other ones from Chow and other on-line sources. I am interested in others feedback. I like the idea of homemade...
Read moresurprising yield - shrimp peeled to unpeeled">surprising yield - shrimp peeled to unpeeled
Who cares about yield...just eat them! Lol! I think whole shrimp tastes sooo much better. I just now picked the meat out of 11 heads (large shrimp) and got quite a decent amount of meat plus the fat is amazing. Cooked the heads and leftover shells down to make an...
Read moreSourdough starter not rising - help!">Sourdough starter not rising - help!
I just made a loaf of freshly-ground 100% whole wheat bread with my own levain, along with dabs of olive oil, honey, and salt. Wow. What beautiful open structure and lightness for an all- whole wheat bread. Here is the link to my inspiration: http://www.sourdoughhome.com/index.php?content=100percentwholewheat Enjoying a slice toasted with kerrygold butter right...
Read morebaby yellowfin tuna">baby yellowfin tuna
Currently enjoying the warm weather and the delicious food San Jose del Cabo. The other day at the Mega(super market) of all places I came across some tuna took it home and grilled. To my happy surprise the tuna was so so tender and incredibly delicious. After going back to...
Read moreThawing ~5lb Blocks of Fish Fillets for a Fish Fry">Thawing ~5lb Blocks of Fish Fillets for a Fish Fry
Run cold water over the plastic bag and it should expedite things. Reading More May Cause Envy...
Read moreNeed a simple but elegant cake recipe">Need a simple but elegant cake recipe
Hey all, I'm in need of a simple, no fail, elegant cake recipe. Prefer something not iced or layered. If bundt, tube or round pan all the better. I saw something about an apple dapple type cake that called out to me but wondering if anyone has any other...
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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 ;)
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John, New Englander turned Cali dude