Archive for July 2015
Homemade Flavoured Vinegars">Homemade Flavoured Vinegars
Does anyone here have any great recipes for homemade flavoured vinegars. Right now I absolutely love a Cara Cara Orange & Vanilla flavoured vinegar, but I can only find it in a different city. I eat alot of salads and this vinegar is so flavourful, I hardly need...
Read moreWhat's for Dinner #377- The End of July Cometh Edition! [through July 29, 2015]">What's for Dinner #377- The End of July Cometh Edition! [through July 29, 2015]
I wanted to use both green and wax beans but didn't have time to swing by the shop by the time I went home. I do like the milder taste of wax beans, plus it takes a bit shorter to cook having thinner skin. Here wax beans are seasonal, green...
Read moreWhat's for Dinner #378 - The Hot! Hot! Hot! Edition">What's for Dinner #378 - The Hot! Hot! Hot! Edition
Well, I'm hearing that's not the case everywhere (northern California and across the pond in jolly ol' England), but it seems a good portion of the U.S. of A. is scorching, burning, sizzling, broiling, steaming, roasting, scalding, and smoking. (All food-related!) In other words, PHEW!!! What are you cooking...
Read moreCalling all pickle freaks">Calling all pickle freaks
This is exactly the recipe my mom used for years with no problem. I have tried the pasteurization methods and I can't get a crisp pickle with them. I'm sticking with this recipe. Thanks for posting. Reading More May Cause Envy...
Read moreIdeas: How to modify Light Roast Cold Press">Ideas: How to modify Light Roast Cold Press
Before I get admonished, I recognize that many folks love the fruity, winey, bright acidy complexness of a nice light roast. I recognize the quality, however my tastebuds prefer something less tangy and more medium roast. Say Columbian or Indonesian, with more nutty, chocolatey, toasty flavors going on. That said,...
Read moreWOULD LOVE HAVING GRADY'S RESTAURANT BROCOLLI CHEESE SOUP RECIPE [Moved from South board]">WOULD LOVE HAVING GRADY'S RESTAURANT BROCOLLI CHEESE SOUP RECIPE [Moved from South board]
This website does not show the recipe anymore. :( does anyone have it? Grady's broccoli cheese soup Reading More May Cause Envy...
Read moreWorried about gamey taste in pork roast">Worried about gamey taste in pork roast
You are so right. I know exactly what the OP is talking about, because I got a shoulder roast recently that had a strong, slightly unpleasant taste. I found this thread by googling "gamey-tasting pork." Gamey is the best word I can come up with to describe...
Read morePeppers in Indian Cooking">Peppers in Indian Cooking
When an Indian recipe calls for unspecified "green chiles," what pepper are they looking for and what might be an acceptable equivalent available in an average grocery store? Reading More May Cause Envy...
Read moreThe Lettuce Leaf Shrimp Pasta Salad">The Lettuce Leaf Shrimp Pasta Salad
I know his wife is still alive and knows a guy I went to high school with but he has not been any help in getting in touch with her. Sigh. Thanks though! Reading More May Cause Envy...
Read moreLooking for cookbook suggestions">Looking for cookbook suggestions
You might check out the COTM (Cook book of the Month) archives to peruse some of the cookbooks and the plus is you get to read how well some of the recipes came out. http://www.chow.com/cookbook_of_the_month_archive What cookbook have you bought lately, or lusting after, thread and other previous threads on the topic,...
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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