Archive for May 2015
Need help with Asian-style ribs on the grill">Need help with Asian-style ribs on the grill
Does anyone have a good recipe for an Asian-style dry rub and basting sauce for pork ribs? I generally remove the membrane, dock the ribs, massage in a dry rub, let them sit at room temp for about an hour, cover the pan and roast them low (250ยบ) and...
Read moreLooking for Recipe for Portobellos and Pasta">Looking for Recipe for Portobellos and Pasta
Does anyone have a good, simple recipe? I'm thinking of just slicing and sauteeing the mushrooms in a little oil and then reducing some chicken stock and adding butter to make the sauce. Toss with pasta and some fresh basil. Am I on the right track? Reading More...
Read moreSolution for lamb roast/sides needing different oven temperatures">Solution for lamb roast/sides needing different oven temperatures
Hi all I'm trying to plan the logistics for a dinner party, where I'm intending to cook a slow-cooked lamb shoulder roast alongside roasted root vegetable side dishes. The issue is the dishes need to be cooked at different temperatures, and I only have one oven. The lamb shoulder roast takes 5...
Read morehow to make a great cioppino?">how to make a great cioppino?
I used to prepare delicious cioppino following this recipe: http://unlimited-recipes.com/recipe/cioppino Reading More May Cause Envy...
Read morenice pigskin gel">nice pigskin gel
as a woman .remember do not eat too much greasy food ! for your health . for your skin as well . but what i want to say is the pigskin is a better way to keep your face compact and not greasy . the way is we need...
Read moreCanned foods . I use them . Do you ?">Canned foods . I use them . Do you ?
The main canned foods I use are: Canned whole tomatoes (often) Condensed milk and evaporated milk (occasionally) Canned tuna (occasionally) Reading More May Cause Envy...
Read moreStubstituting canned food for fresh in your cooking . I use them do you ?">Stubstituting canned food for fresh in your cooking . I use them do you ?
I was thinking about this . Often I use canned beans . I make great beans . My chili is so so , I use cans . Canned corn browned with butter . Tonight I had canned julienned beets with chopped fresh dill and a little sour cream , and...
Read moreMac & Cheese: To bake or not to bake?">Mac & Cheese: To bake or not to bake?
Other than oven baking, you can make mac and cheese in a crockpot. In a crockpot you won't get a crusty top but you will get fluffy pasta in a gooey cheese sauce. As already suggested, make sure you start out with enough creamy sauce because the pasta...
Read moreTo bake mac & cheese or not to bake?">To bake mac & cheese or not to bake?
I always bake it after topping it with. Mix of panko and grated Parmesan cheese dotted with a bit of butter. This makes a great crust, that some think is the best part. I don't have a problem with the dish drying out. Maybe you need to put a bit...
Read moreLabor Day Recipes: Fruit Salsa with Cinnamon Tortilla Chips">Labor Day Recipes: Fruit Salsa with Cinnamon Tortilla Chips
4.65 / 5 Stars | 151 Reviews
by CRISSYF
"Cinnamon tortilla chips are dipped in a fragrant fruit salsa."
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