Archive for October 2018
Red onions stuffed with rice Lidia Bastianich">Red onions stuffed with rice Lidia Bastianich
I found this right away! Looks good! https://lidiasitaly.com/recipes/red-onions-stuffed-rice/ Reading More May Cause Envy...
Read moreCan you recommend a decent two slice toaster that won't break the bank?">Can you recommend a decent two slice toaster that won't break the bank?
I'm looking for a decent two slice toaster. No special features required, basically just for toast and bagels. Not looking to pay more than about $50. Any recommendations? Reading More May Cause Envy...
Read moreHow to cut vegetables without them scattering?">How to cut vegetables without them scattering?
I notice that whenever I cut vegetables they tend to stick to the knife and as a result scatter away. Is that a normal thing and I should just organize the pieces again to cut them to smaller pieces? Or am I doing something wrong? Reading More...
Read moreReplicating Monin Caramel Sauce">Replicating Monin Caramel Sauce
Hello everyone, Has anyone ever been able to replicate Monin Caramel sauce? I know that it has added caramel flavours and colors, but has anyone been even close to it without flavouring and coloring? Reading More May Cause Envy...
Read moreAt what point do you add milk/cream to a Bolognese sauce?">At what point do you add milk/cream to a Bolognese sauce?
I made Bolognese sauce today and experimented with the milk. I followed the traditional approach and added one cup of whole milk after browning the meat. While simmering the sauce for five hours, and adding chicken stock to keep the sauce moist, the flavor was very good but...
Read moreMoldy Wonton Wrappers?">Moldy Wonton Wrappers?
Duuuude! What did you do with the filling? Reading More May Cause Envy...
Read moreTrying a new recipe">Trying a new recipe
it's actually similar to this one https://www.delish.com/cooking/recipe-ideas/recipes/a14090/protein-smoothie-recipe-opr0111/ Reading More May Cause Envy...
Read moreEggplant Ragout (patlican musakka) Turkish cuisine">Eggplant Ragout (patlican musakka) Turkish cuisine
Hello everyone! I would like to share my favorite dish from my home cuisine Eggplant ragout with ground beef bolognese : 3 Tomatoes(1 for garnish) 1 Green pepper (for garnish) 1 Med onion 4 Clove garlic 3 Huge eggplants 1 lb 80/20 fat ground beef 4 tbs tomato paste pinch of...
Read moreProblem with dumplings in soup (drop-style dumplings, not rolled and cut)">Problem with dumplings in soup (drop-style dumplings, not rolled and cut)
I use your recipe all the time, but I omit the 2 TBS of milk. My dumplings come out too soft and fall apart as well. If I add more milk, I'm afraid they will be even more fall-apart. How can I fix my problem? Reading...
Read moreFall Lunch Ideas!">Fall Lunch Ideas!
Continuing our September discussion, let's share what we're preparing and packing for lunches during the work week! Recipes and photos encouraged. :) 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