Archive for December 2017
lemon leaves">lemon leaves
I got a box of Meyer lemons and a sprig with maybe twenty leaves attached came with it. I've found references to wrapping things in them for grilling, but are there other culinary uses? Like maybe flavoring stock or something? Reading More May Cause Envy...
Read moreHelp me use up milk and cream!">Help me use up milk and cream!
I bought a lot of wonderful local whole milk and heavy cream for our holiday open house and have a lot left over and would like to use it well in the next few days. Ideas? I think of chocolate and vanilla pudding. I have about 1 gallon of whole...
Read moreTrying to re-create Greek Deli Lentil Soup">Trying to re-create Greek Deli Lentil Soup
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Read moreJanuary 2017 COTM: Nominations">January 2017 COTM: Nominations
I know it's crazy early and we've barely started on the December books, but I would like to have some extra time to get the nominations and voting done by Christmas. It's a crazy time for many people, no matter which holiday you are celebrating. We started discussing back in...
Read moreSafest way to keep sauce for later?">Safest way to keep sauce for later?
Hi everyone! So due to a crazy schedule I had to cook my meat based pasta sauce this morning. There will be 5 hours in between when it is finished and when we can eat it. Whats the best (and safest) way to handle it? I though about throwing it...
Read morePrime rib..is boneless just as good?">Prime rib..is boneless just as good?
I just hate the crowds at Costco and can buy from them online, but their choices are few and really pricey! I ended up doing an online search and ordered a 10# PRIME Rib roast for $179.00 which is $17.99 per lb, but it includes shipping with guaranteed delivery...
Read moretuna steak with skin on?">tuna steak with skin on?
If you want to grill it, take the skin off. However, if you want to pan sear it score the side with the skin on. Also, since it is generally served rare, the skin won’t affect the cooking. Reading More May Cause Envy...
Read moreWhat's your traditional Christmas dinner?">What's your traditional Christmas dinner?
My parents were not foodies and I didn't grow up with any solid Christmas dinner traditions. I have two young kids (who are adventurous eaters) and would love to start some traditions of our own. What is your typical menu for Christmas dinner? Ideas and/or recipes are appreciated! This...
Read moreCarboholic's Yeasted Coffee Cake">Carboholic's Yeasted Coffee Cake
Carboholic was a wonderful member of the Home Cooking community for years, but hasn't posted in quite some time. One of her great recipes was an homage to the Heinemann's yeasted coffee cake of her youth (think Entenmann's, but better) . I also have incredibly fond memories of that coffee...
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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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