Archive for August 2016
Best Spices Online">Best Spices Online
I'm looking for someplace online where I can purchase higher end spices and spice mixes. My priority is to find a few different flavors that will complement vegetables. Any suggestions would be greatly appreciated! Reading More May Cause Envy...
Read moreWeight Watchers for Foodies - August 2016">Weight Watchers for Foodies - August 2016
The dog days of summer are here. What are we doing and eating to be the healthiest us while enjoying our food? Reading More May Cause Envy...
Read moreDried buttermilk powder: King Arthur vs Bob's Red Mill">Dried buttermilk powder: King Arthur vs Bob's Red Mill
Has anyone tried both brands for dried buttermilk powder? I'm trying to decide which one to purchase. This would be used for baking, though I might try it for buttermilk fried chicken. Any input would be appreciated. Thanks. Reading More May Cause Envy...
Read moreCanned hominy - you drain and rinse it, don't you?">Canned hominy - you drain and rinse it, don't you?
When you want hard-to-get foods, always think of the internet. You can get a variety of grits- corn and rice, from ansonmills.com Despite the variety of grains at my organic market, I stick with anson because they are the best! each type comes with detailed cooking intructions. shrimp and grits...
Read moreMomofuku Pistachio Cake">Momofuku Pistachio Cake
Has anyone made any of the Momofuku cakes? I'm intrigued by the pistachio one, but it looks labor-intensive so I'd like a recommendation before I jump in. I've got all the ingredients, altho going to use corn syrup instead of glucose. Also, going to use this recipe,...
Read moreWhat cookbooks have you bought lately, or are you lusting after? July, 2016 edition! [old]">What cookbooks have you bought lately, or are you lusting after? July, 2016 edition! [old]
Bushwick in Brooklyn? Was it Molasses Books or Human Relations Book? EDIT: sorry...just saw that you answered this one. Reading More May Cause Envy...
Read moreLard vs shortening vs butter">Lard vs shortening vs butter
I'm confused. I thought I had read somewhere that butter and lard weight the same but shortening weights less than butter. Now I found a site that equals lard and shortening in weight, and says butter weights more. Which is it? I want to use 1/4 c of lard by weight in place...
Read moreCreamsicle inspired icebox cake??">Creamsicle inspired icebox cake??
wondering if any CH people have made this recipe from Tasting Table? Can you report back? Reading More May Cause Envy...
Read moreMoist and flavorful barbecued chicken breast?">Moist and flavorful barbecued chicken breast?
My husband prefers boneless skinless chicken breasts. Unfortunately, I have yet to master them on the grill. I find they are bland, and I tend to overcook them (because, ya know, chicken) and they are not very forgiving to that! Whenever I marinade, the chicken still lacks...
Read moreMarinating Grilled Corn on the Cob for 1,000 People!">Marinating Grilled Corn on the Cob for 1,000 People!
Putting a bbq comp in clayton could use a corn vendor. Holler if interested. Jerry 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 ;)
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