Archive for April 2019
Prickly Ash Oil">Prickly Ash Oil
I recently picked up a bottle of Prickly Ash Oil (Sichuan Peppercorn Oil) to gild the lily a bit when making Kung Pao/Gung Bao Chicken. I'm guessing it could be used as an acceptable substitute for fresh Sichuan peppercorns, Does anyone have any suggestions for...
Read moreVanilla Extract - DIY">Vanilla Extract - DIY
Is Vodka what most producers use? What do you guys use? Most recipes call for it as it is neutral. Any tips for a first timer? The price has skyrocketed the past year so the time has come to make our own. Reading More May Cause Envy...
Read moreHelp me with my baking.">Help me with my baking.
So, I decided to try a hamburger bun recipe I saw on a YT video. I've make dough before for different things. To varying success. I linked to his video, but here's the recipe Flour (463g) Yeast (14g) Sugar (31g) Nido (30g) Salt (9g) Melted Butter (41g) Lukewarm Water (220g) One...
Read moreFresh Mozzarella: to freeze or not to freeze">Fresh Mozzarella: to freeze or not to freeze
I find it is less than good form to publicly call people out as well. Reading More May Cause Envy...
Read moreWhat should I serve with pasta bolognese?">What should I serve with pasta bolognese?
Hello all! I am making bolognese for the first time this week. I have decided to use Marcella Hazan's recipe, no substitutions. Going with beef and pork for the meats. I am going to make fresh pasta to serve my sauce over but have no idea what else to serve...
Read moreCan I substitute dried peppermint for mint in recipes?">Can I substitute dried peppermint for mint in recipes?
Hello! I have a ton of dried peppermint from Frontier Market that I use for tea. Is this the same as the mint you find fresh in the store? I’m wondering if for recipes that add a bit of mint, if dried peppermint works or if it’s an entirely different thing....
Read moreFood for people with salivary problems">Food for people with salivary problems
Hi my guy is 67 and he is the same as your guy so I be interested in some recipes. Reading More May Cause Envy...
Read moreMaking Mayslack's Roast Beef sandwiches at home [split from Midwest board]">Making Mayslack's Roast Beef sandwiches at home [split from Midwest board]
Grest and where do I fine that beef in Yuma Az? I'm from Minnesota and LONG for a Mazlacks sandwich. Reading More May Cause Envy...
Read moreWhere to buy verjuice in the Annapolis/Baltimore area?">Where to buy verjuice in the Annapolis/Baltimore area?
Hey all, I am trying out a recipe from an ancient Roman cookbook, and it calls for verjuice. I have never even heard of this before, and was wondering if anyone knew good places I could grab some. Thanks for your time. Reading More May Cause Envy...
Read moreHELP!!!! I MADE CHICKEN POT PIE BUT THE FILLING IS TOO DRY">HELP!!!! I MADE CHICKEN POT PIE BUT THE FILLING IS TOO DRY
youre a lifesaver. i did exactly as you said and it was easy and worked like a charm. only i used whole milk. 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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