Archive for December 2016
How many cups of cabbage is a 12 oz bag?">How many cups of cabbage is a 12 oz bag?
I realize I'm resurrecting a Vintage* thread, but I had this same question today. I have everything needed to weigh or measure, except the cabbage. I need to know how much to buy. So I Googled "How many ounces cabbage in a cup?' on the assumption that this would work...
Read morehomemade ice cream vs. store bought ice cream">homemade ice cream vs. store bought ice cream
im having a science fair project and im doing what is the different between store bought ice cream vs home made ice cream Reading More May Cause Envy...
Read moreUses for leftover braising liquid for lamb?">Uses for leftover braising liquid for lamb?
Last night I made a recipe from epicurious that I've made many times, and it's spectacular: braised lamb with star anise and fennel. I've got a ton of leftover braising liquid (it's gelled beautifully overnight) that was made with port, chicken stock, beef stock, and lots of vegetables. Any...
Read morePresentation ideas for Christmas dinner pot roast.">Presentation ideas for Christmas dinner pot roast.
For the past few years, I've taken full responsibility for choosing and cooking the Christmas menu at my in-laws' home. This year, I'm making a ginger-garlic-beer (pseudo sauerbraten style) beef roast. I like this tender to a point where slicing is not an option, so chunks or shredding are the...
Read moreOttolenghi, a medieval middle Eastern Feast at MMA">Ottolenghi, a medieval middle Eastern Feast at MMA
http://www.newyorker.com/culture/culture-desk/a-feast-for-jerusalem-at-the-met?intcid=mod-latest I'd love these recipes! Reading More May Cause Envy...
Read moreWhat is meant by a salmon scallop (cut from a fillet)?">What is meant by a salmon scallop (cut from a fillet)?
In Cucina Fresca cookbook, there are 2 recipes for oven-poached salmon. The fillets are to be cut into "scallops". What is meant by that? Reading More May Cause Envy...
Read moreSpoiled yogurt in baked goods?">Spoiled yogurt in baked goods?
Darn! I didn't realize the yogurt had gone bad until I had mixed it with my banana bread dough and put it all in the oven. I've read about baking with spoiled milk, but what about spoiled yogurt? Reading More May Cause Envy...
Read moreCookbook suggestions for a 15 year old girl">Cookbook suggestions for a 15 year old girl
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Read moreLooking for old-fashioned butter cookie recipe...">Looking for old-fashioned butter cookie recipe...
My grandmother used to make the best Xmas cookies I've ever tasted. They had loads of butter and were squeezed out of a cookie press into "s"-shaped cookies with wavy surfaces. Unfortunately, she baked in the days of no recorded recipes and never passed on her art....
Read moremarinade - What do you do with it after your done with the initial use">marinade - What do you do with it after your done with the initial use
Smokin' Sunday! What to do with the juices produced from ribs after an overnight dry rub....hmm? That moisture came from within and I want it BACK in, so I'm going to save it & baste the ribs during smoking time. Stay tuned... Solid info & ideas Chowhounds - really helpful. ...
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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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John, New Englander turned Cali dude