Archive for July 2016
Equipment for making mint chutney, rolling pin for samosas.">Equipment for making mint chutney, rolling pin for samosas.
Today I will be attempting samosas, starting first with a tortilla version until I get my Indian rolling pin for pastry which I may attempt with chickpea flour. I am going to make some mint chutney, first attempt. What equipment do any of you use for making mint chutney....
Read moreSweetbreads: to soak or not to soak? does blanching & weighing them really make a difference?">Sweetbreads: to soak or not to soak? does blanching & weighing them really make a difference?
I just came from the farmers market with a package of sweetbreads. 2.75 for the package. They were pretty bloody so I have them soaking in salted water and will let them soak overnight. Then will follow the blanch and weighted down steps. I am so...
Read moreHoly Meatballs Episode 10">Holy Meatballs Episode 10
Make your own meatballs that can be used on a variety of dishes. Reading More May Cause Envy...
Read morePeach Boards">Peach Boards
A long while ago I would by a bakery item that was referred to as a "Peach Board". Sliced and spiced fresh peaches on a flat (slightly sweet) pastry . Peaches and spices I have , the dough for the crust ? I need help any suggestions .........I thought Rugelach...
Read morePrepping for gluten-free baking">Prepping for gluten-free baking
I am planning on baking a cherry frangipane tart as a send-off for my boss and wanted to bake a small GF version for a coworker of mine who has celiac. Its a small office and I like to go out of my way to accomodate my coworkers who can't...
Read moreThe struggle was real.">The struggle was real.
So my wonderful wife has many great things about her. Cooking is not one of them. I have tried teaching her and tried even youtube lol. For christmas my Mom bought her a cookbook that saved her. step by step with pictures (yes she liked the pictures). anyone going through...
Read moreMarcella Hazen Tomato Sauce">Marcella Hazen Tomato Sauce
First up: apologies. I am sure this has been discussed ad infinitum. Is it really that good? I fear my guests will miss no seasonings, but is that the charm? Reading More May Cause Envy...
Read moreRecommendation for best cookie cookbook or pie cookbook or combo.">Recommendation for best cookie cookbook or pie cookbook or combo.
My sister in law is a big dessert baker especially cookies and pies. Her birthday is coming up and although she doesnt have many cookbooks (she usually just searches the net for recipes), I would like to gift her with a really good cookie and/or pie cookbook. Suggestions?
Lemon Juice Powder">Lemon Juice Powder
I don't always have fresh lemons in the fridge and I'm wondering if I should keep lemon juice powder on hand to use as an ingredient as is or reconstituted . I've never seen any 100% lemon juice powder. Everything I see online has either corn syrup or lemon oil...
Read moreCorn tortillas or flour ... how to choose?">Corn tortillas or flour ... how to choose?
Other than personal preferences, are their guidelines for choosing either corn tortillas or flour for a particular purpose? For example, I'm making grilled shrimp tacos for dinner tonight. I have access to freshly made corn tortillas as well as pretty fresh flour tortillas. Is there a reason...
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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