Archive for May 2016
Bringing steaks to room temperature before cooking?">Bringing steaks to room temperature before cooking?
Thank you. This is exactly what I wanted to write. The ideal steak is one that is seared and crunchy on the outside, but have as much of the rest at the level of doneness desired. A steak cooked cold will only have a small amount in the very center...
Read moreCobbler or Crisp with frozen fruit- which frozen fruit works best?">Cobbler or Crisp with frozen fruit- which frozen fruit works best?
What are your opinions on using frozen fruit for fruit desserts? Also, do some frozen fruits work better than others? Reading More May Cause Envy...
Read moreReheating leftovers not using a microwave">Reheating leftovers not using a microwave
I have decided to really limit my use of the microwave and would love some ideas of safely heating up leftovers. I have been using a pan on the stove and have read about double boilers and steamers. I also read about a small crockpot, but wondering if...
Read moreHomemade Hickory Smoked Tamales">Homemade Hickory Smoked Tamales
This is really good. Reading More May Cause Envy...
Read moreFresh yeast to dry yeast conversion?">Fresh yeast to dry yeast conversion?
4.725 grams dry yeast you used. Reading More May Cause Envy...
Read moreHelp with nibbles to go with an IrishSetter">Help with nibbles to go with an IrishSetter
Looking for some ideas for munchies to accompany Irish Setter cocktails which are Bird Dog Chocolate Whiskey and Irish Creme...extra points for savory but sweet welcome too. Haven't tried this drink yet but a friend is having us over to try them and I am bringing go-withs. Thanks for any...
Read moreSummer Baking/Dessert COTM Nominations">Summer Baking/Dessert COTM Nominations
Time to celebrate all the baking and dessert-making occasions of summer, as well as the fruit — the berries and cherries and stone fruits that make their way into our cakes and pies and breads. We're open for nominations for a summer (June, July, August) book pick. To nominate a book,...
Read moreHelp to get started with Indian Cooking">Help to get started with Indian Cooking
I love to eat Indian food. And would like to start cooking it at home. However I don't know where to start and feel intimidated. Do others feel the same way? Can anyone share how they have overcome their mental blocks of getting started with Indian cooking? Read more
Tips on hosting a donner party?">Tips on hosting a donner party?
I'm looking to host a food-focused party for myself a maybe twenty friends and family. A friend recommended it to me. It's called a "donner party." I hear the meat is hard to get ahold of. Any tips? Recommendations for side dishes? Family favorite recipes for such a party?
Beef Shoulder Roast Wellington?">Beef Shoulder Roast Wellington?
All I have is Beef Chuck Tender Roast to make my Beef Wellington out of. I was wondering if I would follow the directions as I would with a Normal Beef Wellington. Could you please tell me if this is right. Reading More May Cause Envy...
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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