Archive for May 2017
Voting thread: Cookbook of the Month, June 2017">Voting thread: Cookbook of the Month, June 2017
For those wondering about the other Malaysian book, since the overwhelming majority of nominations specified the Arokiasamy book rather than the "month" with 2 books, I made the decision to stick to the one book. If it wins, we can set up a companion thread if there is adequate interest....
Read moreSpot Prawn at Tofino, Vancouver Island">Spot Prawn at Tofino, Vancouver Island
Where can we get spot prawns in Tofino next week? We don't plan to go fishing, but would like to buy them off a dock or store. Thanks in advance! Reading More May Cause Envy...
Read moreSticky rice - short or long grain?">Sticky rice - short or long grain?
I have just seen two (wow!) types of white "sweet rice" at my local asian food store .. leaving me wondering if they can be used interchangeably or each has a different usage? Is glutinous rice = sweet rice? One was short, round, about 1/4 inch long grains The other was thin,...
Read moreFinding (and recognizing) Gochujang">Finding (and recognizing) Gochujang
OK. So I'm tantalized by the possibility of incorporating the Korean condiment Gochujang into my cooking. Problem. I cannot seem to find it. Probably, I am simply not able to read the label, nor have I been able to convey my search to someone at the Super 88, for example....
Read moreLooking for whole-wheat yeasted waffle recipe (or thoughts)">Looking for whole-wheat yeasted waffle recipe (or thoughts)
I don't have a sweet tooth, especially for meals. I never get waffles or pancakes or French toast out because, invariably, I find them too sweet. So I've settled on a waffle recipe that works for me: 1 cup whole wheat flour 1/2 cup other flour (I change this around as...
Read morePie has a problem-- the search for the elusive 7 inch pie dish">Pie has a problem-- the search for the elusive 7 inch pie dish
Pyrex ...Aka Corning, makes one, Had mine for about 25 yrs. Reading More May Cause Envy...
Read moreBest Pressure Cooker Recipes?">Best Pressure Cooker Recipes?
Hi! I'm a newbie to this site, so hope I'm doing this right. I am the proud owner of a new pressure cooker. Unfortunately besides rice and stock, I have yet to make a dish that wows me. I would love some recipe suggestions that (in your...
Read moreNeed Help with Muffin Texture">Need Help with Muffin Texture
Hello, I am trying to match the texture of my muffins to the texture of muffins that I have purchased. In general, my muffins have a finer crumb and are a bit more spongy / soft than I would like. You can see the texture difference in the picture...
Read moreCooking fresh duck breast for 50-75 people">Cooking fresh duck breast for 50-75 people
Actually, for skin-on, you can do what rjbh20 suggests before you sous vide. Just score and render out the fat beforehand, then a quick sear after its at temp. Reading More May Cause Envy...
Read moreColeslaw recipe looking for Angels or Gunnings">Coleslaw recipe looking for Angels or Gunnings
Still looking. I will say it tastes just like the school cafeteria one I had in elementary in Bowie back in the 60's. Angel hair, sweet not mayo'y or vinegary. No carrots or red cabbage. Seemed like a subtle hint of bell pepper. I was thinking maybe they used milk....
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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