Archive for September 2018
Scratches all around my bowl after making breadcrumbs inside of a food processor">Scratches all around my bowl after making breadcrumbs inside of a food processor
I just made fresh breadcrumbs for the first time and although the turnout was a moderate success I still had a few mishaps. I first sliced a french baguette into small pieces, placed them in the oven for about 20 minutes and placed them in a food processor. I'm assuming...
Read moreMeal Planning Support">Meal Planning Support
Did you learn to meal plan on your own or did you have support? I think this forum is a great place to share what's been working, what recipes your family enjoyed and tips & tricks you've learned along the way. I also think it's nice to have a community,...
Read moreQuesillo Venezolano">Quesillo Venezolano
Do you prefer Caramel Flan or Quesillo Venezolano? Reading More May Cause Envy...
Read moreApple season and Tarte Tatin">Apple season and Tarte Tatin
I ran across this website last fall when looking for a recipe to make tarte tatin. It's very thorough and simple, they don't suggest even peeling the apples and only quarter them. They also recommend to use a cast iron skillet which most have available, no...
Read moreFlaked coconut in cc cookies">Flaked coconut in cc cookies
how much flaked coconut do you put in your cc cookies? Seen recipes with 2c. That's a coconut cookie as far as I'm concerned. Tried 2Tbsp, too little. 1/4C? 1/2C? 4.5C flour and oats as a ref. Reading More May Cause Envy...
Read moreVandalism Or Vigils? Vegans Are Divided Over How To Get People To Quit Meat">Vandalism Or Vigils? Vegans Are Divided Over How To Get People To Quit Meat
Great produce markets in Houston">Great produce markets in Houston
I am new in town and mainly inhabit my corner of town...cy-fair. I have discovered Phoenicia but hoping to find some great ethnic and or produce markets? Thanks for any tips! Reading More May Cause Envy...
Read moreSauce for Goat Cheese Balls">Sauce for Goat Cheese Balls
I have gotten into making flash fried crumbed goat cheese and, as condiments/dipping sauce I have made a Mango Sauce (as per recipes from an LA restaurant) and also tried drizzled with honey. Any other sauce suggestions or experienced? Thanks Reading More May Cause Envy...
Read moreWhat is "pickling vinegar"?">What is "pickling vinegar"?
I have a recipe from a relative in Montreal for a fruit ketchup that will be jarred. Is pickling vinegar something other than regular white vinegar? Pickling spices will be added separately so I doubt the vinegar already contains then. Can someone shed light, please? Read more
Jeffrey Sachs: Sugar Addiction Is A Sign Of Our Broken Food System">Jeffrey Sachs: Sugar Addiction Is A Sign Of Our Broken Food System
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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