Archive for June 2016
Hakurei, or Tokyo Turnips?">Hakurei, or Tokyo Turnips?
Has anybody seen Hakurei, or Tokyo turnips with greens for sale? Or any smallish white turnips with greens? Preferably in the NoVA area? Thanks in advance Reading More May Cause Envy...
Read moreCookbook of the Month -COTM- NOMINATIONS: JULY 2016">Cookbook of the Month -COTM- NOMINATIONS: JULY 2016
Well folks, it's hard to believe, but it's nomination time once again! Finally, glorious summer is upon us, and with that a glut of fantastic local veggies. What shall we do with it all? Which book would you like to see as the Cookbook of the Month? Please make your selections...
Read moreSummer produce rut--help!">Summer produce rut--help!
I would like to have a good collection of summer vegetable recipes. I love going to the market and picking up the more unique produce. But I never know what to do with it. In addition, I tend to do the same old same old with the...
Read moreRoasted Chana Dal Coconut Chutney Recipe / Bengal Gram n Coconut Chutney">Roasted Chana Dal Coconut Chutney Recipe / Bengal Gram n Coconut Chutney
A superb side dish to incorporate all the goodness of coconut and the pulse Chana dal. This chutney can be made as an instant side dish for Indian breakfast like Idli, Dosa, Uthappam, Masala dosa etc., Reading More May Cause Envy...
Read moreLooking for a 6.5-inch pie pan">Looking for a 6.5-inch pie pan
how about this http://www.anchorhocking.com/prodd_5749_cat_314_mini_collection_6_glass_mini_pie_plate.html Reading More May Cause Envy...
Read moreTurtle Bay CSA sharing">Turtle Bay CSA sharing
Great thread Ann! I have been a member of the Turtle Bay CSA with Freebird Farm since 2013 and this is my first year with a share all to myself -- which means I need to be quite diligent to ensure I eat all of my fruit and veggies! For Week...
Read moreISO Provencal/Greek inspired Grilled chicken">ISO Provencal/Greek inspired Grilled chicken
I thought my grill came with a rotisserie and was all excited to try out BA's Herbes de Provence rotisserie chicken. But it does not. The rest of the menu reflects fresh early summer flavors so I don't want to go the teriyaki chicken or bbq chicken route...
Read moreLark's Tongue In Aspic">Lark's Tongue In Aspic
Your chance if sourcing Lark's tongue in the United States is pretty much zero. Reading More May Cause Envy...
Read moreHave you ever try to make Doner Kebab at home?">Have you ever try to make Doner Kebab at home?
I love to eat doner kebab. It is pure meat and gives me an orgasmic taste :) Doner kebab is is a type of kebab (roasted meat dish), originating in 19th century Bursa, Turkey. It is very simple but the trick is know how to marinate the meat. There is a home...
Read moreWhat foods can I eat at work that doesn't require refrigeration and minimal preparation?">What foods can I eat at work that doesn't require refrigeration and minimal preparation?
Hi, I am 20-something male starting a job at a new company that doesn't have a refrigerator but does have a microwave. I am trying to figure out what foods can I bring for lunch that satisfy the following requirements: 1) Healthy 2) Minimal preparation 3) Filling I am generally not picky with...
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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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