Archive for June 2017
One dozen bald lemons, what to do?">One dozen bald lemons, what to do?
Throw them at cars! Reading More May Cause Envy...
Read moreA Creamy Style Cheesecake, Like Spread?">A Creamy Style Cheesecake, Like Spread?
Hi. I recently bought a Philadelphia Cheesecake Cup. It had a creamy style cheesecake on one side and cherry topping on the other. I added a couple of tablespoons of graham cracker crust (mixed and stored in a jar in the fridge) and it was amazing. The store I bought...
Read moreSummer Sleepaway Camp Snacks">Summer Sleepaway Camp Snacks
Are you looking for additional ideas...? Note that it is VERY important to package your snacks really well in ziplock bags to keep dirt and bugs away as well as keep them fresh. Be sure to check with the camp guidelines and your parents what you plan to bring as...
Read moreSeeking Advice: What To Do With This Bag of Frozen Black Cherries">Seeking Advice: What To Do With This Bag of Frozen Black Cherries
Hi, all! I have a bag of frozen black cherries that it seems I ought to be able to do something with but I'm coming up blank on ideas. Mostly because I'm cooking for a band of no-sugar vegans! Any ideas? Reading More May Cause Envy...
Read moreHalfway-there cheese">Halfway-there cheese
Triple cream brie. Reading More May Cause Envy...
Read moreProcessing pickles at 3400'?">Processing pickles at 3400'?
Made my first dozen quarts of pickles ever, trying to replicate the McClure's Spicy ones and it didn't work out so well. First, the pickles are way too salty. Second, they are quite mushy, and I even used Ball Pickle Crisp. I'm going to try again with the actual...
Read moreMenu suggestions, please!">Menu suggestions, please!
Hello, Need ideas for something (s) not too heavey to accompany Lemongrass Vichyssoise and French 75 popsicles ... that can be made ahead or mostly prepped and finished at the last minute without too much fuss. Thanks so much! Reading More May Cause Envy...
Read moreWhat makes pancakes light/fluffy?">What makes pancakes light/fluffy?
for those on low carb diets, buy Almond flour (just very finely ground up almonds, Blue Diamond Almond Flour is what I buy, and the recipe for pancakes on the bag is delicious. Also, you can make a pound cake with Almond flour. Reading More May...
Read moreWhat's wrong with my rice krispie treats?">What's wrong with my rice krispie treats?
your rice krispie treats are beautiful WE LOVE THEM WHAT A TASTY TREAT :D Reading More May Cause Envy...
Read moreWhat is Blueberry flavor?">What is Blueberry flavor?
We've all eaten blueberry muffins, pie, ice cream, etc., and experienced the flavor we associate with blueberries. Recently I've tried my hand at making blueberry compotes with fresh berries and the results are bland -- totally lacking the intense flavor profile found in commercial products. So, is the secret of blueberry...
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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