Archive for August 2013
BBQ Brisket still on the tough side">BBQ Brisket still on the tough side
Reading this discussion helped me out this weekend. I smoked my first brisket, a 4 pounder from Costco. After 5 hrs at 225 degrees I lifted the lid to check the meat and it felt rock hard. Some one here referred to tinfoil as the Texas Crutch,...
Read moreBoiled dry chickpeas, in the frig for 5 days, still good?">Boiled dry chickpeas, in the frig for 5 days, still good?
I took some dry chickpeas and boiled them with the lid on to cook them on tuesday. They have been sitting in the frig for five days. Are they still good to use? They dont have any smell but I wasn't sure how long they typically last for. I just...
Read moreSlow-Cooking Brisket in an Oven">Slow-Cooking Brisket in an Oven
I know this is a really old thread but I didn't see anyone suggest liquid smoke. I season mine with creole, season all, onion powder, garlic powder & anything else that looks good. I put it in my roast pan on the rack with foil under to envelope...
Read moreCorn-syrup substitute for chocolate glaze (for chocolate tart)?">Corn-syrup substitute for chocolate glaze (for chocolate tart)?
Hello dear people— I would love to know if you know of a replacement for corn syrup for the chocolate ganache used to glaze a chocolate tart. I'd really like to have that glossy look the glaze gives, but don't want to buy corn-syrup since I don't use it much. Is...
Read moremelting buttercream question">melting buttercream question
If you know you are going to be serving a buttercream cake in a warm (greater than 80F) or humid location, then having a cake with buttercream is a race against time. Assuming you are smart enough not to put fresh fruit on it (or in it) then the...
Read moreBottled lemon juice">Bottled lemon juice
after thawing i have kept the minute maid lemon juice in refrigerator for several month with no problem. excellent product, i get it at fred meyer. and i have been using the little packets of truelemon to mix in water, i lke 4 packets to a liter bottle. Read more
Halloween Recipes: Pumpkin Funnel Cakes">Halloween Recipes: Pumpkin Funnel Cakes
4.38 / 5 Stars | 20 Reviews
by LINDA MCLEAN
"This traditional Pennsylvania Dutch treat is flavored with pumpkin puree and pumpkin pie spice, cooked in deep fat until crisp and golden, then dusted with confectioners' sugar."
Father's Day Recipes: Bacon and Roquefort Stuffed Burgers">Father's Day Recipes: Bacon and Roquefort Stuffed Burgers
4.56 / 5 Stars | 27 Reviews
by MAJORGSP
"This is one of our favorite hamburger recipes. You can substitute bleu, gorgonzola, or feta for the Roquefort cheese."
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Read moreCasseroles: Celery Wine Baked Chicken">Casseroles: Celery Wine Baked Chicken
4.23 / 5 Stars | 33 Reviews
by JENNIFER R
"These breasts are baked with a mixture of white wine, celery, sour cream, mushrooms, bell pepper, and light seasoning."
How do you poach an egg?">How do you poach an egg?
I always wondered what that was. (Fish Turner). Now that you told me, I get it! I think I might get one. Thank you. Reading More May Cause Envy...
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