Archive for April 2019
Most popular pasta cutters for Marcado Atlas 150 manual pasta machine">Most popular pasta cutters for Marcado Atlas 150 manual pasta machine
I just bought a used version of this machine which includes the fettuccine and flat spaghetti cutter, and ravioli maker. I am thinking of adding more cutters, but know that I can easily hand-cut pappardelle and lasagna noodles without buying specific cutters. Some, of course, I can't make...
Read moreMust-Try breakfast!">Must-Try breakfast!
Here’s what you need: An egg (or two), Bagel (I usually use plain), and Hot sauce (optional) How to do it: Fry egg/s (I like mine sunny side up), then put bagel in microwave for about 30 seconds on high. Put the egg/s in the bagel and (optional) put hot...
Read moreHome Cooking Dish of the Month - May 2019 Nominations">Home Cooking Dish of the Month - May 2019 Nominations
It is April, and where I am, we've definitely been having April showers. Or more accurately, thunderstorms. I'm looking forward to less drama in the weather department in May. And what will be on the cooking agenda? Now is the time to talk about our May Dish of the Month,...
Read morePicnic Ham, NOT smoked">Picnic Ham, NOT smoked
We split a whole pig with my sister and I have a cut labeled "Picnic Ham" which appears to tbe raw. Most recipes seem to assume this cut is smoked or cured. Any ideas? Looking for recipes/ideas for instant pot, oven or slow cooker. Thanks! Reading More...
Read moreHomemade Pretzel Bites">Homemade Pretzel Bites
What a labor! Anyhow, does anyone know if I can freeze them for use later? Will they get too soggy? Should they be heated or reheated to help crisp up? Reading More May Cause Envy...
Read moreMish Mosh (mish mash?) soup, how do I make it?">Mish Mosh (mish mash?) soup, how do I make it?
What's in your soup? Reading More May Cause Envy...
Read moreAdvice needed for cooking both ham and lamb">Advice needed for cooking both ham and lamb
Hi Hounds, I need some advice/help. I’m cooking both a small ham 6 lb half) and boneless leg of lamb (4 lb) for Easter with one oven. My recipe for the lamb (which I’ve made before and love) calls for 350 degree oven. I’ve debated over a few ways to...
Read moreWhy are meatballs still red inside?">Why are meatballs still red inside?
I slow cooked them for about 8 hours in tomato sauce so I’m pretty sure they got to the right temp. In the past, this has happened to me as well. Anybody know why? Reading More May Cause Envy...
Read morePlanning ahead for hosting large brunch">Planning ahead for hosting large brunch
Hi everyone, My daughter is getting bat mitzvahed in early May, and it looks like we will be hosting brunch at our house the morning after. We will have already hosted a dinner following the service and party, so it’s not ideal, but there aren’t a lot of options. Anyway, given...
Read more12 layer cake">12 layer cake
I am looking for a recipe from pre 1990 bon appetite for a 10 or 12 layer cake. If I remember correctly, there was a photo of the cake on the cover of the magazine. Reading More May Cause Envy...
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