Archive for May 2019
Summer 2019 Cocktail Companion Cookbook of the Month VOTING">Summer 2019 Cocktail Companion Cookbook of the Month VOTING
To vote for SMUGGLER'S COVE, please click the heart to the right. Reading More May Cause Envy...
Read moreDa U Batti (Santa Margherita Ligure) seafood scampi recipe">Da U Batti (Santa Margherita Ligure) seafood scampi recipe
Just to update this ancient thread, we went to Da O Battj in SML this week, and that scampi is still just incredible. We thought it might have miso or dashi in it, but a bouillon cube or other form of MSG would not be a surprise. It has that...
Read morePaleoHacks Cookbook">PaleoHacks Cookbook
Yes, the recipes in this book are universally healthy and whether you’re a stay-at-home Mom, an elite athlete or a busy exectutive. This is just one reason why so many people from all walks of life are turning to the Paleo diet because it produces results without the oppressive, tasteless...
Read moreScales for using a British cookbook in USA, grams, etc.">Scales for using a British cookbook in USA, grams, etc.
I have a British cookbook from the library, considering buying if I can figure out accurately how to use the gram measurements, etc. I know I can look up charts online, but I have heard that many of them differ. I am thinking about buying a scale and...
Read moreCan I use olive juice or pickle juice to brine a pork tenderloin?">Can I use olive juice or pickle juice to brine a pork tenderloin?
I have been saving empty jars of olives and pickles for some unknown reason in the fridge. Could I use the Olive juice to brine a pork tenderloin before sous vide? How dilute would I need to make it? I was thinking about using the pickle juice for brining chicken...
Read moreLIVE BC Spot Prawns - Price drop at T&T ( 16th Avenue/Woodbine branch)">LIVE BC Spot Prawns - Price drop at T&T ( 16th Avenue/Woodbine branch)
I still remember years ago I used to get these at $22/lb at Sunny supermarket. And yes, that dipping sauce is going to totally overwhelm those prawns. Excellent olive oil, some sea salt, and perhaps lemon is all you need! Oh, and grilled. Definitely grilled (esp the heads). Read more
LIVE BC Spot Prawns - Price drop at T&T ( 16th Avenue/Woodbine branch )">LIVE BC Spot Prawns - Price drop at T&T ( 16th Avenue/Woodbine branch )
BC Spot Prawns - Price drop at T&T ( 16th Avenue/Woodbine branch ) !! Bought just over a pound ( 10 HUGE ones ) at the Manager daily special price of $32.99 a pound. ( Regular $ 39.99 -$42.99 per pound ). Ate one sashimi style. The rest, just plain boiled in...
Read moreCheesy potato casserole with jalapeno">Cheesy potato casserole with jalapeno
I want to make some sort of Cheesy potato casserole jalapeno, so I need some opinions. I was thinking of either some version of scalloped/au gratin, or with shredded potatoes. First, all the recipes I see for the shredded call for frozen hash browns. Are these just fresh frozen...
Read moreJune 2019 Cookbook of the Month VOTING!">June 2019 Cookbook of the Month VOTING!
Welcome to another Cookbook of the Month (COTM) vote! We are ready for summer! Out of the 36(!) books nominated, our top two vote getters (with 9 and 13 votes respectively) are: MARGARITAVILLE and THE FOODS OF THE GREEK ISLANDS. **Voting will close on Friday, May 24 at 9am Eastern...
Read moreParma Ham treats with FWT">Parma Ham treats with FWT
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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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