Archive for July 2017
Help with burning miso">Help with burning miso
I've tried twice to make burnt miso for a miso butterscotch recipe. The instructions say to layer shiro miso thinly over parchment or silpat, and bake at 320 or 400 (depending on the recipe) for 20-30min until the edges are burnt and the miso is deep amber, closer to black....
Read moreBacalao soaking time question">Bacalao soaking time question
What happens if you get regular baccalla to make johnnycake fritters and soak it for about 17 hours instead of 24? What would go wrong worst case scenario? Reading More May Cause Envy...
Read moreWW-friendly baked goods/dessert?">WW-friendly baked goods/dessert?
Hi all, I have to bake Monday night for a coworker's bday on Tuesday. My coworker is on WW so I'm looking for something points-friendly so that she can enjoy it while still remaining on program. I'm known as the "baker" in my office so it must be delicious!...
Read moreA desperate search!">A desperate search!
My dad grew up in northern Jersey (Millburn), just across the street from the Suburban Bakery. This bakery made AMAZING coffee cake rings, called Grandmother's cake (without nuts) or Grandfather's (with nuts). It was a leavened coffee cake (almost bread-very airy) that stood about 5 inches high with...
Read moreGolden Girls-Themed Party">Golden Girls-Themed Party
Something Italian for Sophia - antipasto platter, fried ravioli 80's ideas baked brie spinach dip in a bread bowl potato skins Reading More May Cause Envy...
Read morePoppy Seeds in bulk bins - Long Island">Poppy Seeds in bulk bins - Long Island
Anywhere no Long Island (preferably central) that carries poppy seeds in something larger than those tiny spice jars? It was raining, so I didn't make it to International Foods by the Port Authority in NYC. A bin would be great, but a bag would be fine too. Live...
Read more2-3# half-breast bone-in turkey in crockpot">2-3# half-breast bone-in turkey in crockpot
I have a 2.75 lb. half-breast of turkey (bone-in) that I'd like to cook in the crock pot. I'd rather not turn on the conventional oven during our heat wave of 100+ temps. I have seen numerous recipes for larger half-and full breasts but not for one this small, and...
Read moreOver50Male 1st Time HomeChef">Over50Male 1st Time HomeChef
Even though over a half century old, I am just starting to become the home chef for the family. I have tried to document my trials and tribulations through video. Though the food comes out great, the process is not without lots of humor! Please review and...
Read moreDoctoring up boxed brownie mix...">Doctoring up boxed brownie mix...
I came looking for suggestions to turn a bag of Ghirardelli brownie mix into mini muffins. I combined many different suggestions and came up with the following combination. They went over very well! 1 bag Ghirardelli Triple Chocolate mix 1/3 melted butter, cooled (rather than oil) 1/3 whole milk (rather...
Read moreWhere to Buy Beef Heart in Toronto">Where to Buy Beef Heart in Toronto
Hi! Looking for suggestions for butchers or grocery stores in Toronto that sell beef hearts. Preferably something more downtown or accessible via TTC. Any suggestions are greatly appreciated! 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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John, New Englander turned Cali dude