Archive for October 2013
Do cans of Muir Glen tomatoes have BPA in them?">Do cans of Muir Glen tomatoes have BPA in them?
Some Googling reveals some info, which isn't "proof" or official in any way: The good news, according to the company, is that since October 2011 only BPA-free aluminum cans have been used for its tomato products (which are organic). The bad news is that cans of BPA are still present on...
Read moreApple Pie Internal Temperature">Apple Pie Internal Temperature
Good question, inane answers. The internal temperature of a Granny Smith apple pie, done baking according to the criteria of a browned crust and bubbling filling, is 180 degrees F. Reading More May Cause Envy...
Read moreGluten Free Ponzu or Substitution?">Gluten Free Ponzu or Substitution?
I have a recipe for Tuna Poke that calls for ponzu sauce. Does anyone know if there is a gluten free version? Or what do you recommend as a substitute? Reading More May Cause Envy...
Read moreFenugreek to me - non-Indian uses?">Fenugreek to me - non-Indian uses?
I know that fenugreek, the leaves of which are called methi, is a principle seasoning in Indian cuisine, which I love. I occasionally cook Indian food at home but am fortunate to live near several restaurants on whose kitchens I often rely. I also know that fenugreek is...
Read moreWhat's for Dinner #253 - The Countdown to Thanksgiving Edition!">What's for Dinner #253 - The Countdown to Thanksgiving Edition!
It's another leftover night, although I'm going to try and repurpose some of the chicken. I've got red and green bell peppers (well, the green CSA pepper has turned half orange), I've got CSA cherry tomatoes (which are still looking perfectly fine almost 1-1/2 weeks later), I've got chicken...
Read moreHappy Halloween! Check Out These Awesome Pop Culture Pumpkins">Happy Halloween! Check Out These Awesome Pop Culture Pumpkins
We promise you'll feel like this guy afterwards:
Happy Halloween!
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What's for Dinner #252 - The Halloween Edition [Through October 31, 2013]">What's for Dinner #252 - The Halloween Edition [Through October 31, 2013]
thanks all! the cauli made a delicious cold breakfast this morning. Reading More May Cause Envy...
Read moreMovember: Recipes That Will Help You Cook Like A Man">Movember: Recipes That Will Help You Cook Like A Man
The modern man enjoys putting on the pinny and cooking up a feast. He thinks of himself as the... Read more
Tried and True (and pretty authentic) Sacher Torte Recipe">Tried and True (and pretty authentic) Sacher Torte Recipe
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Read moreCan someone help me roast some sausages?">Can someone help me roast some sausages?
I have some lovely Italian sausages in my fridge and I have this idea in my head that I can toss them in a big tray with sweet yellow and red bell pepper, sliced onion and chunks of potato with olive oil, salt and pepper and it will come out...
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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