Archive for November 2018
7 Delicious Corny Recipes">7 Delicious Corny Recipes
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Read moreUnsalted recipes suggestions">Unsalted recipes suggestions
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Read moreHow long to smoke an 18 pound turkey?">How long to smoke an 18 pound turkey?
The recipe I use I cook in smoker @225 - 250 for 6 hr give or take. Before putting on to cook I inject a Cajun roasted garlic sauce. every hour adding more smoking chips and spraying with apple juice the apple juice keeps it moist Reading...
Read moreGreen Bean Casserole--substitute for mushrooms or leave out?">Green Bean Casserole--substitute for mushrooms or leave out?
Hi all! In memory of Dorcas Reilly, I'm bringing this green bean casserole to a Thanksgiving dinner. However, my sister doesn't like mushrooms. I was just going to leave them out (and add some extra green beans) but I was wondering if the Home Cooking 'Hounds have another idea. Is...
Read moreDecember 2018 Cookbook of the Month VOTING">December 2018 Cookbook of the Month VOTING
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Read moreBuying UK cookbooks and shipping to US">Buying UK cookbooks and shipping to US
In the past, I’ve purchased UK cookbooks via the Book Depository website because they offer free shipping. Are there any other sellers that you would recommend? I want to buy the new Ottolenghi cookbook, but want the UK edition. Reading More May Cause Envy...
Read moreBest verjus substitute for the glaze in this publican pork shoulder recipe?">Best verjus substitute for the glaze in this publican pork shoulder recipe?
I'm making this amazing looking pork shoulder this weekend, and while i managed to time the pork shoulder cure, i definitely overestimated my ability to get a bottle of verjus for the glaze locally in time for my event. I'm wondering how to substitute the verjus in this glaze. Just...
Read moreRoasting a turkey and turkey breast">Roasting a turkey and turkey breast
We are hosting Thanksgiving for the first time for a group of 12 adults. I saw this post from Bon Appetit that suggested having a turkey and a turkey breast. I am thinking about ordering a 10-12 lb turkey and a 4-8 lb turkey breast. I like the idea of...
Read moreHawaiian mac salad--dressing clumped">Hawaiian mac salad--dressing clumped
Hope someone can suggest ways to fix this problem. I was making a "simple" Hawaiian-style macaroni salad. Followed a recipe, and everything seemed to be going well. Per the last step, I covered the completed salad (looking great) tightly with plastic wrap and put into the fridge overnight to meld. ...
Read moreDo you bake your Pound Cake in a cold oven or pre-heated oven?">Do you bake your Pound Cake in a cold oven or pre-heated oven?
Do you bake your Pound Cake in a cold oven or pre-heated oven? I have to bring one to the holiday function, and I see recipes for both. Which baking method do you prefer? 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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