Archive for March 2020
Chia Seed Pudding... Clumps">Chia Seed Pudding... Clumps
I combined 4 cups Almond Milk, tsp vanilla, 2 tbsp syrup, 1/4 tsp cocoa pdr, blended then added 1 cup chia seed and blended briefly, poured into 8oz mason jars refrigerated for 2 hrs.
NOW, when I went to give it a stir, the chia is in clumps... why!!
Thanks
Chinese Cooking - Sweet Bean Paste">Chinese Cooking - Sweet Bean Paste
A while ago I made Ja Jiang Mein from a recipe in Chinese Cooking for Dummies by Martin Yan. It called for sweet bean paste and chile garlic sauce. I loved it. Recently I tried to make it again and did not like it. The Sweet...
Read moreBraising Flat Iron Steaks?">Braising Flat Iron Steaks?
I know most grill them but I'd like to braise then today in a crock pot. I have some brown sauce on hand, plenty of onions and beer so I might do something like carbonnade flamande. How does this cut "braise up"? Is it tender and more importantly moist like...
Read moreWhite fluffy bun from dim sum steamed pork or sweet bean buns?">White fluffy bun from dim sum steamed pork or sweet bean buns?
This is my second attempt trying to make these things. Last night I used a yeast dough recipe but they came out having a somewhat gross offputting cheese flavor. I think it was from the yeast. And they didn't come out looking like the above picture. I used...
Read moreGround beef grease?">Ground beef grease?
Sure you can. My mom did exactly as above by eight inch pestle. She didn't filter. So did I for a long time, until learning how much heart problem is spread around my family, and went a lot healthier. Eventually, I went almost completely meat free....
Read moreAngel Food Cupcakes?">Angel Food Cupcakes?
I've made too many angel food cakes to count. (It's our traditional birthday cake.) I'd like to try cupcakes, but am worried about not being able to hang them upside down to cool the way I can with the cake. Will they sink a lot? Any tips or tricks? Thanks for any...
Read moreHow much vinaigrette to use on salads?">How much vinaigrette to use on salads?
My technique with any dressing (creamy or oil based) is to add a small amount and then mix it with my hands. That way I can make a small amount go a long way and each piece of lettuce gets the right amount or coating. Reading...
Read moreHow much vinaigrette to use on salads">How much vinaigrette to use on salads
In gerneal, you want the greens to be glossy (have a sheen) with dressing, but not dripping with dressing. The alternative is to have the dressing on the side and let people add to their hearts content. Reading More May Cause Envy...
Read moreWhat Are You Baking These Days? March 2020 Edition!">What Are You Baking These Days? March 2020 Edition!
Spring may finally be in the air, bringing the lucky rhubarb and strawberries and other good things. What’s in your oven this month? Reading More May Cause Envy...
Read moreButtermilk Hack">Buttermilk Hack
I always refer to Bravetart's guide: https://www.seriouseats.com/2017/04/how-to-substitute-buttermilk.html 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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