Archive for April 2016
Basic Chinese Noodle Dough Recipe for Knife Cut Noodles?">Basic Chinese Noodle Dough Recipe for Knife Cut Noodles?
Beetlebug, can you elaborate on "her experience"? And the recipe? =) Thank you! Reading More May Cause Envy...
Read moreRunny French Omelettes">Runny French Omelettes
Been trying my hand at a few french omelettes-- first following the Jacques Pepin video that's made the internet rounds and then following the more detailed Serious Eats article. The bottom always sets real nicely, I can see that I'm going to need a better non-stick pan... But one thing I...
Read moreNew cookware for induction cooktop - stainless steel advice">New cookware for induction cooktop - stainless steel advice
I'm replacing my old electric cooktop with induction. My pans failed the magnet test (as I expected), and now I need to get new cookware. Looking through the stainless steel options, there's so much to choose from! To try to narrow down, I'm mostly concerned with cooking eggs that won't...
Read moreMay 2016 Dish of the Month - Nominations Thread">May 2016 Dish of the Month - Nominations Thread
Welcome to the Nominations thread for the May Dish of the Month. For those of you unfamiliar with the Home Cooking Dish of the Month (“DOTM”), our community selects a particular dish for each month and over the course of that month then posts about ideas, recipes, and experiences...
Read moreItalian Sausage Substitute?">Italian Sausage Substitute?
im sorry you want to kill yourself if you want to join me and brethren call me at 503 488 5555 Reading More May Cause Envy...
Read moreSeductions of Rice: Hoppin' John, Rice and Peas: The North American Way">Seductions of Rice: Hoppin' John, Rice and Peas: The North American Way
JAMAICAN RICE AND PEAS, p. 140 I wish I had read BC's report first and used chicken stock instead of water as I think that would have added a lot of depth of flavor. I did use the optional red bell pepper but not the tomato. And I prepared my kidney...
Read moreMother's Day Recipes: My Favorite Beet Salad">Mother's Day Recipes: My Favorite Beet Salad
4.62 / 5 Stars | 32 Reviews
by monkeydoo3
"The deep, satisfying flavor of roasted beets adds sweetness to a pretty salad of baby spinach, tomato, and avocado, drizzled with homemade balsamic dressing."
Read moreHow do I add extra sauce/gravy to my beef stew?">How do I add extra sauce/gravy to my beef stew?
My beef stew turned out great, but I would like more gravy in it. How do I make more gravy without it being/tasting waterd down? Reading More May Cause Envy...
Read moreSpring Wheat Berry Salad">Spring Wheat Berry Salad
This wheat berry salad is perfect for Spring! This wheat berry salad recipe has the nutty flavor of tender, wheat berries and the crunch of fresh vegetables. Reading More May Cause Envy...
Read moreYellow Split Peas vs green?">Yellow Split Peas vs green?
Yellow split peas seem to be a bit sweeter than green split peas so I cut way back on carrots to a very minimal amount, since carrots also are sweet. It becomes even more important if any portions of the soup will be frozen since the sweetness will seep out...
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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