Archive for April 2019
Creamer/petite potatoes">Creamer/petite potatoes
Sorry i didn't get back sooner. Appreciate all the tips. Reading More May Cause Envy...
Read moreToaster Convection oven uses">Toaster Convection oven uses
I have a small counter top toaster oven that has a Convection Oven setting. With all the talk about air frying, I researched and found out that a convection oven IS an air frying machine as well. Do you use yours, small or large, to "air fry" items?? If...
Read moreHome Cooking Dish of the Month - May 2019 Voting">Home Cooking Dish of the Month - May 2019 Voting
To cast a vote for LEGUME SALADS, click the heart at the lower right of this comment. Please do not reply to this comment. Reading More May Cause Envy...
Read moreHow much pasta for a crowd?">How much pasta for a crowd?
I'm hosting an informal baby shower luncheon for vegan and vegetarian guests (one gluten free) so just keeping it all vegan. I'll have some simple appetizers (hummus, red pepper spread, etc.). I was thinking of serving an assortment of roasted veggies. A pasta dish with a cold tomato, basil,...
Read moreConcerned: I reheated wedges from room temperature?">Concerned: I reheated wedges from room temperature?
Yea sorry.. spelling error. Changed it there now. Reading More May Cause Envy...
Read moreTable Talk with Chetna Makan of The Great British Bake Off">Table Talk with Chetna Makan of The Great British Bake Off
We are delighted to have Chetna Makan, one of the breakout stars of The Great British Bake Off for a Chowhound Table Talk. Chetna is celebrating the release of her third cookbook, Chetna's Healthy Indian, in which she draws from one of the world's great cuisines, and her own experience...
Read moreAnnoyed with Hollow Macarons">Annoyed with Hollow Macarons
I have the same problem with French and Italian method. They're always hollow at 275-300F. I don't know how to fix this problem :( Reading More May Cause Envy...
Read moreTable Talk with Anna Francese Gass of Heritage Kitchen">Table Talk with Anna Francese Gass of Heritage Kitchen
We're so excited to welcome Anna Francese Gass to our Table Talk series. Anna, a native of Rhode Island living in New York City and alumni of the French Culinary Institute, has always maintained a deep passion for authentic immigrant cooking and the surrounding stories. She has spent much of her...
Read moreButterfish: Where to buy in Los Angeles?">Butterfish: Where to buy in Los Angeles?
Anyone know where I can purchase fresh or frozen Butterfish in LA and surrounding cities? I used to love it as a kid. Thanks! Reading More May Cause Envy...
Read morePasta Noodles - Boil them or no?">Pasta Noodles - Boil them or no?
Yes, it works. Most times I don't even soak, just put them in dry. Make sure you add extra sauce as the noodles will soak it up. 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 ;)
Try not to drool!
John, New Englander turned Cali dude