Archive for January 2018
Super Bowl for my Brother and I">Super Bowl for my Brother and I
Looking for new ideas for apps. he hates greenbeans, green pepper, but loves spicy foods Reading More May Cause Envy...
Read moreHelp: making a roux">Help: making a roux
You can technically make roux with pretty much any kind of fat (even vegetable oil), but animal fats like lard, bacon grease, and butter make the best roux. And all-purpose flour is best, but I've used self-rising which works ok but seems to burn easily. The ingredients and roux cook...
Read moreBittman's No Knead bread is out of the oven - anyone else?">Bittman's No Knead bread is out of the oven - anyone else?
I made my first loaf! The only problem I had is shaping the dough. Need more practice. And not sure on how to increase flavor if I cant increase the amount of salt. Reading More May Cause Envy...
Read moreCuisinart 14BCNY food processor - is it BPA free and is it a good one?">Cuisinart 14BCNY food processor - is it BPA free and is it a good one?
Is there a way you can move this post to 'Cookware'? You'll have a better chance getting replies. Reading More May Cause Envy...
Read moreChop raw chicken into small chunks/pieces without shattering bones">Chop raw chicken into small chunks/pieces without shattering bones
I cook Chinese food, mostly. Some recipes call for chicken to be cut while raw into pieces that are bigger than bite-sized but pretty small. For example, a leg might be cut into 2 or 3 pieces depending on its size. My problem is not being able to cut through the...
Read moreCan I chop up a bunch of garlic, then freeze it? Or is it better to chop it as I need it.">Can I chop up a bunch of garlic, then freeze it? Or is it better to chop it as I need it.
BUT. I can't stand for more than 5min. And that is pushing it. Sitting on a stool is almost twice as useless. If there is a way to do this, all at once, and store away, would be sooo great!! I kind of like bigger pieces of...
Read morelast year's kombu . . .">last year's kombu . . .
FWIW, I just excavated some unopened Kombu from the back of my cabinet from 2009 (9 years ago) and a bag of bonito flakes that's undated but from about the same vintage. Neither was moldy; both smelled right upon opening. Made dashi and it was amazing -- the...
Read moreWild rice in Zojirushi rice cooker?">Wild rice in Zojirushi rice cooker?
Better late than never. After a few trial and errors and for slightly firm rice I use 1c wild rice/1c + 2 tablespoons water on the quick rice section. This timer says 39 minutes but the cooker continues for an extended amount of time. Reading More May...
Read moreCuisinart 14BCNY food processor - is it BPA free and is it a good one">Cuisinart 14BCNY food processor - is it BPA free and is it a good one
I am looking for a new food processor and I have seen good reviews on the Cuisinart 14BCNY model. On the Amazon website and Bed, Bath and Beyond it does not state BPA free. It is a Lexan work bowl. I will call the company tomorrow -...
Read moreFratelli Carli, in Italy">Fratelli Carli, in Italy
Please explain Fratelli Carli to me from an Italian perspective. Fratelli Carli is involved in a major marketing push in the USA. Their major product is Olio Carli, which sometimes is on sale offering three 17 oz bottles of EVOO for $20.00. They also sell bulk cheeses, sauces, etc. all...
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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 ;)
Try not to drool!
John, New Englander turned Cali dude