Archive for May 2015
"Buffalo Tofu" (tofu stuff at Whole Foods)">"Buffalo Tofu" (tofu stuff at Whole Foods)
Here is what I did and mine were delicious! I drained the extra firm tofu in a strainer over a bowl, covered with saran wrap on top the refrigerator for a couple of days (I'm sure overnight would be okay). I cut the tofu into 2 x 2 squares. ...
Read moreGround Bison vs. Ground Beef : Is bison really better? Has CONAGRA infiltrated this industry yet?">Ground Bison vs. Ground Beef : Is bison really better? Has CONAGRA infiltrated this industry yet?
Yes Bison is way better for you than Beef because it has virtually no bad fat! An easy test is when you make a patty, the beef makes your hands greasy even if it is Grass fed! Bison leaves your hands feeling "Clean"! : ))if They Keep the price of Bison...
Read more"beef loin petite sirloin steak ball tip"">"beef loin petite sirloin steak ball tip"
Any butchers in the house? What IS this? Was on sale at a place I often find good deals in "five for five " section. This seems to be related to tri tip, bit it looks pale. Dry or moist cook? Reading More May Cause Envy...
Read moreSourdough Starter: "Bad"?">Sourdough Starter: "Bad"?
There is noticeably more Hooch from a wetter mix. I have also used 1/2 teaspoon of Honey to feed my Starter. I also have a Sourdough Starter that I found on Food network. That mix has a really good Sour to it. That is made with Yeast as the beginning...
Read moreWhat type(s) of cuisine are you just not interested in cooking?">What type(s) of cuisine are you just not interested in cooking?
Indian; Jamaican; African; Reading More May Cause Envy...
Read moreBiscuit Dough Texture">Biscuit Dough Texture
Our family used a thick ribbed, long-necked cotton sock over the rolling pin (using only the neck, cut off and discard the rest of the sock) - well floured - dough onto a sprinkled-with-flour flat surface (cutting board or newer variety/material) - and a little flour of course on the...
Read moreLabor Day Recipes: Blueberry Coffee Cake II">Labor Day Recipes: Blueberry Coffee Cake II
4.33 / 5 Stars | 94 Reviews
by ZIPITY
"I've been making this blueberry cake for years. It works well as either a coffee cake or made into muffins."
Food for 2 years post gastric bypass surgery">Food for 2 years post gastric bypass surgery
Hi, I had gastric bypass surgery almost 2 years ago. Lost about 70 lbs. the problem is that I'm struggling to get in my protein requirements , around 80-90 grams a day. I'm a lazy cook and am only really supposed to eat 4 oz meals. Cheese is the only...
Read moreLocust Bean / Carob gum v. Xanthan Gum">Locust Bean / Carob gum v. Xanthan Gum
very interested to know if anyone knows how much locust bean gum paste needs to be used in place of xanthan gum for gluten free baking? Reading More May Cause Envy...
Read moreNeed suggestions for healthy snacks for a road trip with colleagues">Need suggestions for healthy snacks for a road trip with colleagues
Four work colleagues will be spending eight hours in the car this week, 4 hours at a time. Trying to come up with some ideas for healthy car snacks. Any suggestions? We will be leaving from home (i.e. not flying some where and then driving), so hopefully that opens up the...
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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