Archive for December 2015
Looking for a new recipe for pork tenderloin? Never tried using tomatillos? Check out Father Knows Food's Green Chili Recipe">Looking for a new recipe for pork tenderloin? Never tried using tomatillos? Check out Father Knows Food's Green Chili Recipe
Ingredients- 1 lb. Pork Tenderloin, cubed in 1-2 inch pieces. 2 lbs. Hatch Green Chiles, roasted, peeled, seeds removed and chopped 2 large yellow/white Onions, diced 3 cloves Garlic smashed/finely diced 2 Tbsp. Cumin 3 Jalapeño Peppers, diced 2 Serrano Peppers, diced 10 small corn tortillas, torn into about 1 inch peices 2 Tbsp. Canola Oil 8 Cups Chicken...
Read moreA L T I T U D E -cooking baking candy etc.">A L T I T U D E -cooking baking candy etc.
Howdy, about ten years ago I moved to Albuquerque NM and live at 5,300 feet. Baked goods and candy seem to be a problem. Last night I over-baked a tart au citron in my new oven. The temp was accurate and the tart came out of the...
Read moreGluten & dairy free dessert advice">Gluten & dairy free dessert advice
I'm hosting some friends for dinner this weekend and wanted to make a gluten and dairy free cake. Do you know any good recipes? I've found these so far which look pretty amazing, but hoping to broaden my horizon... https://www.eatabout.co/en/blog/how-to-make-a-delicious-gluten-and-dairy-free-chocolate-cake http://www.nigella.com/recipes/view/CHOCOLATE-OLIVE-OIL-CAKE-5551 Reading More May Cause Envy...
Read moreHow do I increase a 9" quiche to a 12" quiche?">How do I increase a 9" quiche to a 12" quiche?
I want to take a quiche to a potluck dinner (I haven't yet decided exactly what to put in it but it'll probably have Swiss chard because I love the stuff). I was thinking that it would be nice to buy a 12" quiche ring or tart pan to...
Read moreSalvage Lemon Tart">Salvage Lemon Tart
I just made a meyer lemon tart, and my tart case completely cracked. Is there anything that can be done to salvage it or, alternatively, use the set lemon curd for some other recipe? Reading More May Cause Envy...
Read moreKnives and children, when?">Knives and children, when?
Opinel makes what are considered very good quality knives. One is a scout knife. It locks open, locks closed, and has a round end where a point would usually be. Good folding knife for kids to learn with but I'd reserve it for kitchen use instead of...
Read moreShiso Without Leaves">Shiso Without Leaves
Every time I hit a shiso leaf during a sushi meal I start thinking about its wide potential. I'm surprised shiso's not found its way into much wider use. The deep, huskily nutty flavor could be used in so many settings. But the leaves are hard to find, and don't last...
Read moreHow to count green onions in recipes">How to count green onions in recipes
Say a bulb has 5 things sticking out. If a recipe calls for 3 green onions, do I use 3 out of the 5 things, or do I use 3 bulbs? Reading More May Cause Envy...
Read moreDo I need to defrost meat before baking in oven?">Do I need to defrost meat before baking in oven?
What's the point, since it will warm up in the oven... Reading More May Cause Envy...
Read moreHelp with ideas please">Help with ideas please
I am expecting in early – mid January and since we don’t really have family locally, I am a bit worried about those first couple months and trying to get as prepared as possible. I am looking to make and freeze food. I have tried freezing prepared meals before...
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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