Archive for May 2016
Rosemary, Mary, Quite Contrary">Rosemary, Mary, Quite Contrary
Thanks! Maybe I am just over-sensitive to that flavor. Thyme would be good, and your suggestion of fresh rather than dried rosemary makes sense. I eliminated it in a roast leg-of-lamb but the garlic, lemon and red wine marinade seemed to make up for it. Though the Greek die-hards wanted...
Read moreISO Recipe for Portuguese Churrasqueria Rice">ISO Recipe for Portuguese Churrasqueria Rice
We've had some great rice from authentic azores/portuguese chicken places. We are officially addicted. We've had two kids: Rice that has a red coating, peas and chopped (frozen) carrots. Rice that looks yellowish and has some peas and small onion and carrots. I am looking for authentic recipes. At times, it's had a...
Read moreRosemary, Mary,quite contrary">Rosemary, Mary,quite contrary
I simply do not care for rosemary. Can it be eliminated from recipes or would that ruin a dish? Reading More May Cause Envy...
Read moreWhat Are You Baking These Days? April 2016 Edition! [old]">What Are You Baking These Days? April 2016 Edition! [old]
That started in the 70s, I believe (bags). Reading More May Cause Envy...
Read moreWhat cookbooks have you bought lately, or are you lusting after? April 2016 edition! [old]">What cookbooks have you bought lately, or are you lusting after? April 2016 edition! [old]
We had a terrific time with the inimitable JoanN on the Jiangzhe portion of the trip Shanghai, Hangzhou, and the family favorite, Suzhou). Wei-Chuan is sort of the General Foods of Taiwan. The books could conceivably be available in cities with high Taiwanese presence, such as Kunshan (between Suzhou and...
Read moreIs my pea soup going to kill me?">Is my pea soup going to kill me?
I made pea soup a week ago. Decided to and some today. I made it with ham hocks. Oh boy, it tasted great but boy am I sick now. Nauseous and so much gas! I'm done with pea soup forever!! Reading More May Cause Envy...
Read moreNeed ways to use up minced olive salad">Need ways to use up minced olive salad
I have an absurd amount of olive salad leftover from something my husband made. I could use suggestions on using it up. I welcome pasta dishes but we are limiting our pasta and bread intake at current time so other ideas would be especially helpful. Any soups/stews?...
Read moreStar Wars Day Dinner Party - What is on the Menu?">Star Wars Day Dinner Party - What is on the Menu?
We are big Star Wars fans and we couldn't resist celebrating Star Wars day by having a a themed dinner! We have the dessert picked out - these adorable Wookie Cookies and we found a great cocktail form the midgetmomma.com it is a Star Wars Inspired Raspberry Coconut Storm Trooper...
Read moreWhere to find small organic chicken?">Where to find small organic chicken?
Hi all, im trying to find organic Cornish hens/broiler chickens, basically a chicken that is under 2lbs in size. These are really hard to find. I'm in Oakville, but willing to drive somewhere to pick a few up and freeze. I suspect I may need to talk to a supplier directly, however...
Read moreDosas - Can they be make ahead?">Dosas - Can they be make ahead?
I'm a South Indian with about 20 years experience with making dosa and about ~25 years of eating it :) Like the other posters said, it certainly is better eaten hot and fresh. That said, I've stored a few extra (never made extra on purpose in order to store and use)...
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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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