Archive for January 2016
Nice cans of squid and octopus from Spain, what to do with it?">Nice cans of squid and octopus from Spain, what to do with it?
We were given some nice cans of canned octopus and squid from Spain. What do you even do with it? Reading More May Cause Envy...
Read moreDakshin: Vegetarian Cuisine from South India">Dakshin: Vegetarian Cuisine from South India
I recently purchased Dakshin: Vegetarian Cuisine from South India by Chandra Padmanabhan. I'm going to post my cooking results here and I hope others will do the same! The first thing I made is Mashed Potato Poriyal (Urulaikizhangu Podimas). It's a pretty simple dry curry dish. First you...
Read moreJAPANESE MONTH: A SIMPLE ART: Sushi, Sashimi, Rice and Rice dishes">JAPANESE MONTH: A SIMPLE ART: Sushi, Sashimi, Rice and Rice dishes
RED RICE (SEKIHAN) p. 280 This is the first time in many years that my mom has been here for New Year's day, so we went all out to make traditional New Year's foods (Osechi-Ryori) which included this celebratory rice dish. This rice takes some planning, but it is served at...
Read moreJAPANESE MONTH: A SIMPLE ART: Basic Stock, Making Soups, Soups">JAPANESE MONTH: A SIMPLE ART: Basic Stock, Making Soups, Soups
OZONI p. 350 Just getting around to posting, but we made this for New Year's Day.This is a simple soup made of dashi gently seasoned with light soy sauce and a touch of salt. Grilled mochi is put in a bowl and topped with parboiled chrysanthemum leaves, poached shrimp, slices...
Read moreHas anyone tried the roast beef method of 500 for 5 minutes per pound then turning oven completely off?">Has anyone tried the roast beef method of 500 for 5 minutes per pound then turning oven completely off?
I wonder if anyone tried this yet? I have a beautiful loin roast I am cooking today. Reading More May Cause Envy...
Read moreChicken Potato Soup left out overnight">Chicken Potato Soup left out overnight
Hello I made a pot of chicken potato soup last night. I let it cool on the counter and fell asleep it was out covered for about 6 hours. House was prob around 70. Ok to eat or throw it out? Reading More May Cause Envy...
Read moreGrilled Rack Of Lamb W/ Plum Glaze">Grilled Rack Of Lamb W/ Plum Glaze
Grilled Rack Of Lamb W/ Plum Glaze Yield: 8 Servings 3 freedom (or other variety) plums (about 1 lb) 1 T honey 1 jalapeno pepper,thinly sliced,including seeds 2 T sugar 1 1/2 t red-wine vinegar 2 t lime juice 2 racks of lamb (about 3 1/2 lb total) 1 salt & pepper,Freshly Ground 1 oven plums (separate,Dried-recipe) 1 thyme sprigs,for...
Read moreFailed pudding - can it be saved?">Failed pudding - can it be saved?
I wanted a quick and easy gluten-free dessert and found Joy of Cooking's Vanilla Pudding. The recipe says to cook until it starts to thicken, but doesn't indicate how long that should take. Apparently, I didn't cook it long enough because it never set - it's just jiggly cream. If I...
Read moreDo you think Chilaquiles could be made with unfried tortillas?">Do you think Chilaquiles could be made with unfried tortillas?
I have many leftover corn tortillas and I thought about making Chilaquiles. I wondered if I could skip the frying part? What do you think? Reading More May Cause Envy...
Read moreNovember 2011 COTM: Gourmet II: Breads and Crackers; Breakfast and Brunch">November 2011 COTM: Gourmet II: Breads and Crackers; Breakfast and Brunch
CHALLAH FRENCH TOAST WITH[OUT] BERRY SAUCE, p. 650 At my favorite bakery yesterday to pick up my usual loaf of sourdough, I decided to get a beautiful loaf of challah instead and my immediate thought was French toast for breakfast this morning. This is a delicious recipe. Mix milk, eggs, salt,...
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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