Archive for July 2015
reliable kitchen scale?">reliable kitchen scale?
my little OXO bit the dust after only two years. LED display just started freaking out (and yes, I did put in new batteries, with the same result). luck of the draw, I guess, but anyone have a brand that they wholeheartedly recommend? Reading More May Cause...
Read moreChicken Ballotine Questions">Chicken Ballotine Questions
"Then I'll grab a pencil and correct my Larousse Gastronomique! '-)" No need, the entry for "ballottine" reads "A hot or cold dish based on meat, poultry, game birds, or fish in aspic. The flesh is boned, stuffed, rolled, and tied up with string, usually wrapped in muslin---sometimes the skin---then braised...
Read moreNew Zealand spinach / tetragonia">New Zealand spinach / tetragonia
I have a huge amount. I just found a suggestion for cooking in bacon fat, http://adamsheirlooms.com/recipes/new-zealand-spinach-recipes/, a couple of pasta recipes http://chocolateandzucchini.com/recipes/pasta/pasta-with-tetragon-new-zealand-spinach-recipe/, and a couple of asian preparations that look like they might be great http://recipesfortom.blogspot.com/2013/03/tsuruna-no-sujoyu-ae-new-zealand.html, http://appetiteforchina.com/search?q=new%20zealand%20spinach. What are you guys doing with it? Reading More May Cause...
Read moreTomato Vinegar">Tomato Vinegar
I've seen the generic recipes for making ANY fruit vinegar - but does anyone have any particular experience with tomatoes? Reading More May Cause Envy...
Read moreFreezing pie dough">Freezing pie dough
Looking for ways to freeze pie dough that has already been rolled out. I don't want to just freeze the dough in a ball. I do have freezer space so could freeze them flat and stack them but I'm wondering if anyone has ever tried rolling the crust...
Read moreButter mochi">Butter mochi
How long does butter mochi last? Can I freeze it to make it last longer? Reading More May Cause Envy...
Read morefirst time canning">first time canning
Hi! I want to start canning, I have never done it before. I was wondering if anyone could tell me if this (http://www.amazon.com/All-Clad-E796S364-Specialty-Stainless-Dishwasher/dp/B0000696J1/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1436060955&sr=8-1&keywords=all+clad+multi+pot) would work instead of a water bath canner and rack. I have the former, and really don't want to store another thing in my kitchen if I can...
Read more00 whole wheat pasta flour">00 whole wheat pasta flour
I'd like to make some whole wheat pasta. Does anyone know a source for this and has anyone tried it? TIA Reading More May Cause Envy...
Read moreQuestions regarding enchiladas">Questions regarding enchiladas
I am planning to make enchiladas as a main for a small family gathering. I will do some with chicken and some vegetarian. I thought I'd do a watermelon gazpacho to start and grilled corn on the cob. Any other thoughts about sides? Second question: One of the guests cannot eat...
Read moreMother's Day Recipes: Prosciutto-Wrapped Chicken Breasts with Herbed Goat Cheese">Mother's Day Recipes: Prosciutto-Wrapped Chicken Breasts with Herbed Goat Cheese
4.72 / 5 Stars | 50 Reviews
by stefychefy
"Skinless, boneless chicken breasts are stuffed with goat cheese flavored with fresh herbs and chopped dates, then wrapped in thin slices of prosciutto ham and...
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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