Archive for January 2020
Bread scratch">Bread scratch
Bread machine. I'm going to start making bread I haven't made it since I was very young letting it rise and washing the counter putting it back to the proof What I like to hear is from bread machine owner's the pros and cons. Would you buy another one if you...
Read moreCooking Italian Sausages">Cooking Italian Sausages
Turned out fantastic. Thank you. Reading More May Cause Envy...
Read moreWhat is added to grocery store ground beef?">What is added to grocery store ground beef?
I'd like to think that ground beef is just ground up beef but better sense is telling me that it is being modified somehow. Recently started eating more straight ground beef w/ minimal seasoning and I've noticed there is a specific (and personally off-putting) taste to ground beef from the grocery...
Read moreSubstitute for Feta?">Substitute for Feta?
Hi, looking for suggestions for replacing the Feta in this ATK bean dip recipe. Just don't like any goats cheese. Thanks in advance! Sun-Dried Tomato and Feta White Bean Dip 1 (15-ounce) can cannellini beans, rinsed ¼ cup extra-virgin olive oil ¼ cup oil-packed sun-dried tomatoes ¼ cup water 2 ounces feta cheese, crumbled...
Read moreMicrowave crab risotto with stew crab toasts">Microwave crab risotto with stew crab toasts
Fixings For the risotto • 1 tbsp olive oil • 2 shallots, finely hacked • 50ml white wine • 300g risotto rice • 600ml distant person stock • 100g dark colored crabmeat • juice ½ lemon • 50g mascarpone For the toasts • 1 little loaf, cut on a point as meagerly as could reasonably be expected • 1 garlic...
Read moreCream cheese substitute for baking">Cream cheese substitute for baking
I live in New Orleans, and I want to make a king cake with a Mexican twist for a tamale party. I plan to make a guava filling, but cream cheese would make it even better. The hostess has digestive issues with any type of cream, so I'm looking for...
Read moreWhole duck for a ragu?">Whole duck for a ragu?
I’ve had what was sold as a “braising duck” (labeled as a “mature duck”) sitting in my freezer for a while and I’m trying to decide on a good project for it. I love a good ragu and I thought a dish like that might be a good fit for...
Read moreMeatball emergency">Meatball emergency
I would probably just sprinkle some garlic powder over the meatballs. Reading More May Cause Envy...
Read moreIdeas for Leftover Shepherd's Pie?">Ideas for Leftover Shepherd's Pie?
Shepherd's pie freezes and reheats very well. You'll really appreciate it on a busy day. Reading More May Cause Envy...
Read moreIn search of Tarama">In search of Tarama
Any greek food lovers know a place in H-Town to buy this stuff in the little jar. Closest I've come is Phoenicia but they only sell the prepared version...I'm looking for the actual caviar to make my own...and no haven't found a substitute. TIA! Reading More May...
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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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John, New Englander turned Cali dude