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Unpleasant smells from cooked meats">Unpleasant smells from cooked meats
Hello, I'm new here. I've never been much of a cook, but I want to learn. One thing I would like to resolve(something that has perplexed me) is why do some cooked meats emit a very unappetizing smell? I don't want to gross anyone out, but it's...
Read moreToo much Guinness in my stew">Too much Guinness in my stew
Thank you very much! I thought I had spoiled a casserole, I took out the meat and did as suggested. I boiled the gravy until the bitter taste was gone (I also added a bit of tomato ketchup before boiling) ended up with a yummy dinner. Reading...
Read moreNigella Sticky Toffee Pudding question">Nigella Sticky Toffee Pudding question
is there a possibility of someone posting her recipe? I can't find it myself. Reading More May Cause Envy...
Read moreHelp! Too much processed food!!!">Help! Too much processed food!!!
See this recent thread: http://chowhound.chow.com/topics/906701 Reading More May Cause Envy...
Read moreopened jar of thai fish paste">opened jar of thai fish paste
forever. even on the shelf. it just gets stinkier, but IMHO better. Reading More May Cause Envy...
Read moreZucchini Fritters">Zucchini Fritters
Recipe from Bon Appétit
Turkey Burgers">Turkey Burgers
Made turkey burgers on the grill tonight but they fell apart. Used 85 % lean and added minced onion, salsa, shredded mexi blend cheese, garlic powder and ground pepper. Preheated the grill and oiled the grates. What should I have done differently? Reading More May Cause Envy...
Read moreFruit Crumbles and Crisps toppings turn soggy if made ahead">Fruit Crumbles and Crisps toppings turn soggy if made ahead
Following up on my own post, I just watched a video by Melissa Clark on the NYTimes website, and in her demo of a plum crumble pie, she mentions that if the brown sugar is very hard and dry, it will result in a crunchier, crisper topping. Read more
How to Cook Everything... Free on iPad, not sure for how long...">How to Cook Everything... Free on iPad, not sure for how long...
As part of the 5th anniversary of the Apple Store, they are giving away 10 popular apps and games... Just downloaded mine! Reading More May Cause Envy...
Read moreSteak myths (or not?) from Serious Eats">Steak myths (or not?) from Serious Eats
I salt just a minute or two before I start cooking. How is the salt getting into the steak as it is defrosting? Its not! Its not a marinade people, its SALT. Reading More May Cause Envy...
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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