Archive for October 2017
Can I season beans after cooking and freezing them?">Can I season beans after cooking and freezing them?
Hi. I cooked a lb of pinto beans with ham hock, salt and pepper a few weeks ago. They were a little bland, but I froze half. Now I want to thaw those beans and add pinto seasoning. Is it too late to do that or can I add it...
Read moreCrock pot slow cooker banana bread">Crock pot slow cooker banana bread
I want to make banana bread in my slow cooker. However, it’s not clear whether I put my pan in the slow cooker with or without the ceramic insert. I know I should put a rack under the loaf pan and paper towel under the closed lid. But do...
Read moreDelicious Salmon Recipe - Help me!">Delicious Salmon Recipe - Help me!
I have a beautiful piece of salmon waiting to be cooked. Usually, we do teriakyi or cedar plank but I am looking for something different. We have been trying it over and over again with my 2 year old who by the way used to eat anything including salmon (my...
Read moreThe Holy Grail: Does anyone make a good fat-free salad dressing?">The Holy Grail: Does anyone make a good fat-free salad dressing?
I would love to hear your suggestion for a healthy salad dressing using powdered buttermilk. I happen to have it in my pantry (no idea why, but I do). And I love salads but always looking for something lower in bad fats yet still clean and tasty. Not too...
Read more"Quik-Qure" Dry Aging Process">"Quik-Qure" Dry Aging Process
Seen a fair amount of interest in Koji here on CH so thought I'd intro you to a company I've been following on IG that has a line of products to do some very neat process including an "accelerated dry aging process" Interested in feed back on like experiences and...
Read moreSearching Bon Appetit Feb 1986 recipe">Searching Bon Appetit Feb 1986 recipe
There was a whole section on chili recipes in this issue. The one I'm looking for had you sear thick pieces of pork and onions on the grill to start. I think I have every issue from 1979 through the early 2000s except for this one. Anybody have it??
Table Talk with Nadine Levy Redzepi of Downtime: Deliciousness at Home">Table Talk with Nadine Levy Redzepi of Downtime: Deliciousness at Home
Nadine Levy Redzepi is an enthusiastic home cook, a mother of three daughters, and has spent most of her adult life working with her husband René Redzepi, chef-patron of the multi-award-winning restaurant Noma. Downtime: Deliciousness at Home is her first cookbook. We'll be taking your questions from now through October 28th. As...
Read moreCorn & Chicken Chowder with or without Potatoes">Corn & Chicken Chowder with or without Potatoes
With or Without Potatoes! That's the question. Reading More May Cause Envy...
Read moreShrimp Fajitas!">Shrimp Fajitas!
Take a look at this easy and healthy shrimp fajitas recipe! So good! Reading More May Cause Envy...
Read moreDelicious Apple Balsamic Glazed Scallops">Delicious Apple Balsamic Glazed Scallops
Hi everyone! I'm new to the forum and eager to jump into the food community! I recently started filming cooking and crafting segments on my YouTube channel and I hope you all enjoy! This recipe was easy to make and so delicious to eat! Please check out my video and...
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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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