Archive for December 2014
Corn prices">Corn prices
NPR recently broadcast a report on how a fantastic corn harvest this year has been causing a glut in the market, made even worse by farmers being unable to transport all of the corn available due to a shortage of rail space (from a recent jump in the amount...
Read moreJenny O Turkey">Jenny O Turkey
Bought a 24 pound Jenny O Turkey and before it was even done, it had released so much liquid, it overflowed the roaster. Timed cooking for a 24 pound, but it shrank so much, the turkey was overcooked. Any similar experiences with Jenny O? Reading More May Cause...
Read moreshellfish identification and cooking ideas">shellfish identification and cooking ideas
Laws aside since I will research this as needed, I am looking for a guidebook on shellfish. Ideally, it would also indicate the general locations in which they can be found. I'm looking for a book or website where I can see a picture of a shell and have an idea...
Read moreCooking holiday dinner for 25 people">Cooking holiday dinner for 25 people
I am cooking holiday dinner for 25 people this year, and was looking for ideas for a meat roast. I would prefer to not spend more than $100 if possible on the meat. I have a big-for-NYC kitchen and the dinner is in 13 days. Any help would be greatly...
Read moreWeight Watcher's Foodies - Return to the Bermuda Triangle Edition! November 2014 [old]">Weight Watcher's Foodies - Return to the Bermuda Triangle Edition! November 2014 [old]
Let's continue here: http://chowhound.chow.com/topics/997460 Reading More May Cause Envy...
Read moreWeight Watchers Foodies - From the Frying Pan into the Fire Edition! December 2014">Weight Watchers Foodies - From the Frying Pan into the Fire Edition! December 2014
Well, here we are, at what is either "the most wonderful time of the year" or "the most trying time of the year," depending on your perspective. It is definitely a trying time for me, and I am holding on by my fingernails! My strategy at this point is to...
Read moreIf I make unbaked tart shells and freeze them, do I thaw before blind baking? Also, vodka?">If I make unbaked tart shells and freeze them, do I thaw before blind baking? Also, vodka?
I've done this with tartlet shells--roll out, put crust in tartlet pans, and freeze. I did thaw overnight in the refrigerator, then blind bake before filling with jam. Mine were standard wheat flour-based ones though. Not sure how the gluten-free flours act. Reading More...
Read moreWhy are my mashed potatoes gummy?">Why are my mashed potatoes gummy?
I'm 59 years old and I've been eating and making mashed potatoes my whole life and I'd never seen goopy mashed potatoes until Thanksgiving day of this year (2014). I bought the potatoes at Aldi. Reading More May Cause Envy...
Read moreRoast chicken bones for stock?">Roast chicken bones for stock?
So I had some wonderful turkey stock a little while ago. Since then I've bought chicken backs from a decent butcher and been underwhelmed. My stock is not gelatin like the turkey. So I have to add feet or something. I cook in a pressure cooker for an hour. Do I have...
Read moreUncommon lamb cuts">Uncommon lamb cuts
There is a Greek stew , lemons , lamb neck, that is wonderful. What's it called? 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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