Archive for December 2015
Plum Pudding a/ka/ Christmas Pudding or Suet Pudding">Plum Pudding a/ka/ Christmas Pudding or Suet Pudding
I was raised in foster care and I remember that my foster mom and grandma always made this for Christmas. I LOVED it and always looked forward to it. I have searched for this recipe or something even close to it and I am so happy to have found this!!...
Read more1940's Nestle's Toll House Cookie Recipe (Mrs. Wakefield's Toll House Cookies)">1940's Nestle's Toll House Cookie Recipe (Mrs. Wakefield's Toll House Cookies)
Did you know the original recipe isn't *exactly* the one on the back of the package today!? It's close, but the differences change the cookie's texture and flavor. I remember the ones we made from a hand-written copy of the 40's original recipe my mother got from my great-grandmother....
Read moreChicken Breast Recipe: Easy Recipe to Add Some Flavor to Chicken Breast">Chicken Breast Recipe: Easy Recipe to Add Some Flavor to Chicken Breast
http://cavetools.com/youtubekspromo What is there to not love about chicken breasts? They are perfectly healthy for you, super easy to prepare, and the best thing about them is that they are totally cheap! Here's a super quick and easy recipe to follow to maximise the chicken's versatility! Get more tips and...
Read moreThumbprint cookies, lemon marmalade or curd?">Thumbprint cookies, lemon marmalade or curd?
My SO apparently loves thumbprint cookies. Over Thanksgiving he raved over my sister's cookies. Being the woman who likes to please, I mentioned I could make a few dozen for him and his family friends we will visit over Christmas. While usually nonchalant, he actually polled people on what jams...
Read morecoles m&m cookie recipe">coles m&m cookie recipe
I love these cookie but i have no idea how to make them they are a very soft crumbly biscuit But there not a shortbread Does anyone know how to make them? Reading More May Cause Envy...
Read moreWhy Aren’t Americans Into Meat Pies?">Why Aren’t Americans Into Meat Pies?
This was posted on http://pdx.eater.com this afternoon: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HYLgHPbJkg4 A totally great question! I love meat pies... I made (several) out of the leftover turkey after Thanksgiving. Totally delicious (of course, since turkey has very little fat that you don't turn into gravy, I had to use butter). -- sw...
Read moreSoftware to create your own recipe cook book?">Software to create your own recipe cook book?
A bit late, perhaps, (5 years!), but in case others come across this: I recommend Copy Me That's cookbook feature: http://www.copymethat.com/cookbook/ There's nothing to download or install and the books are beautiful. Reading More May Cause Envy...
Read moreThawed Garlic Toast Safe?">Thawed Garlic Toast Safe?
I accidentally left out frozen garlic toast (Texas Toast) on the counter for 3 hours. It pretty much thawed. I quickly threw it in the freezer but do you think it is safe to eat? Thanks. Reading More May Cause Envy...
Read moreJupiter-Palm Beach Gardens - Foodies Wanted- Cooking Club">Jupiter-Palm Beach Gardens - Foodies Wanted- Cooking Club
Here’s a sample of what we do—cooking authentic Italian food. Hi my wife and I started a cooking club in SW Florida. Now we are here in Jupiter FL. Its called “The F.I.G.” Florida Italian Gourmet Club. We are devoted to cooking authentic Italian regional food. We are amateur cooks, who meet...
Read moreJus for Christmas Day">Jus for Christmas Day
Hi guys want to make a nice rich jus for Christmas Day to go with Turkey for 14 people want to make my own stock and everything and was wondering- -how early in advance can I make it -Some people have said I should use pigs trotters to get it gelatinous -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