Archive for February 2016
Baking Problems">Baking Problems
I am an avid baker for many years. We recently moved from Maryland to Southern California. I have a new electric oven. I have been having problems with yeast breads spreading using trusted recipes from the past. I also baked a bundt cake this weekend from a recipe I...
Read moreDoes anyone have this old Bisquick recipe?">Does anyone have this old Bisquick recipe?
My aunt used to make pepperoni bread using an old Bisquick recipe. It was baked in a cake pan and looked like cornbread..from mixing the chunks of pepperoni in the batter..but not made with cornmeal. I contacted Betty Crocker/ Bisquick customer service and was told they don't...
Read moreTzatziki with Pizzazi - 12 - 24 hour Dip Recipe">Tzatziki with Pizzazi - 12 - 24 hour Dip Recipe
Over the years i've been scoping out, sampling, and working on how to make the best Tzatziki dip. There many variations of this dip and believe this one to be the best. It took over 10 years, and now ready to have others test and review. ...
Read moreHow do I make brownies a bit less chocolatey?">How do I make brownies a bit less chocolatey?
I made this brownie recipe from epicurious this weekend and they were terrific -- easy to make, perfect gooey texture. The only thing is, they are a bit too chocolatey for me. And I guess by that I mean that I am a bit more of a milk chocolate...
Read moreRecipes for Pretzel rolls">Recipes for Pretzel rolls
I have the Zojirushi 1 pound bread maker. I have found many recipes for making pretzels. I am looking for recipes for pretzels rolls. I guess what I am really asking is how I convert the instructions for making pretzels into rolls. Reading More...
Read moreHome Cooking Dish of the Month: March 2016 Nominations">Home Cooking Dish of the Month: March 2016 Nominations
Yikes! It's time to start brainstorming about the dish to focus on for next month. Daylight savings time will begin bringing a bit more light to the evening in much of the USA. St. Patrick's Day, Purim and Easter occur. And lets not forget National Potato Chip Day on March 14th!...
Read moreArabic Spice Question">Arabic Spice Question
When I have time, I love to pop in a local arabic store for fatayer (?sp). They have amazing, delicious, wonderful spinach, sauteed onion, and feta stuffed dough pies. I really want to try making some, but my research on spices hasn't been very fruitful. These pies...
Read moreCan I sub Sour Cream for Heavy Cream?">Can I sub Sour Cream for Heavy Cream?
I always get a deal on sour cream at our food club. This is what I noticed using sour cream for heavy cream. To counter the chemical reaction with baking soda substitute baking powder. In cakes, pancake etc batters, I don't mind the...
Read moreBrandy recommendations for cooking">Brandy recommendations for cooking
My knowledge of brandy (cognac, armagnac) is very limited. Any recommendations for a good, decently-priced brandy to use for cooking? The brandy will be used mostly for sweet and savory dishes, though it would be nice if it could be used for sipping or cocktails. Thanks.
What goes well in an arugula salad? (And, what I tried that was great.)">What goes well in an arugula salad? (And, what I tried that was great.)
I make an arugula salad with sliced fresh figs [when in season], goat cheese lightly mixed with Dalmatia brand sour cherry spread and then dropped in small dollops into the salad, thinly sliced red onion, and toasted [6-10 min in the oven @ 300˚] walnuts or pine nut. I dress...
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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 ;)
Try not to drool!
John, New Englander turned Cali dude