Archive for July 2020
August 2020 COTM: Smitten Kitchen Web Site">August 2020 COTM: Smitten Kitchen Web Site
We're going back to an online source for our August Cookbook of the Month: SMITTEN KITCHEN. Because there is no book to buy, this is both the announcement and reporting thread. https://smittenkitchen.com/ Be sure to check out the "recipes" tab, where you can find recipes sorted by type and ingredient. When reporting on...
Read moreCoarsely ground grits OR canjiquinha">Coarsely ground grits OR canjiquinha
Does anyone know where to find coarsely ground grits or canjiquinha in the San Francisco Bay Area or online? Reading More May Cause Envy...
Read moreUsing yogurt/greens that have lemon or ACV in quiche?">Using yogurt/greens that have lemon or ACV in quiche?
Hellooo! I made so much of a yogurt/labne/cheese dip (jaji or cacik - with dill sumac and garlic and a tiny bit of lemon juice) and two olive oil/ACV salads (one chard, one sorrel and basil) that I’m curious if I could use in different ways. Could I use them -...
Read moreCan I divide up a butterflied leg of lamb?">Can I divide up a butterflied leg of lamb?
I bought a 3.25 lb butterflied lamb leg. It looks like it might actually be only half a leg but I don't know enough about butchering to tell. In the past when I've purchased this cut, I just season it and throw it on the grill and it serves at...
Read moreHappy Wednesday Indian Rajasthani Daal Rice">Happy Wednesday Indian Rajasthani Daal Rice
Rajasthan is known for its traditional Regional dishes. Daal Rice is common. Although Rajasthan is more popular for wheat and wheat based dishes.Rice is prepared when something special occasion comes in. Daal is generally Yellow Daal.There are many types of Daal. Like Yellow Daal,Red Daal ,green chilke wali daal, bina...
Read moreAccidentally ceviched my fish">Accidentally ceviched my fish
I prepared dinner very early in the morning to get it out of the way. I bought a variety of frozen fish and decided to cook all of it tonight. I squeezed an entire lemon, added herbs and spices and put in the fridge to defrost. I...
Read moreWeekly Menu Planning - August 2020">Weekly Menu Planning - August 2020
Let’s use this thread to share concise weekly dinner menus for each week in August. It's helpful if you can include your location and how many people you are feeding. Links to recipes are always appreciated, and sources help. This supportive group has seen us through this year’s ups and downs...
Read moreI Like Everything Deep Fried!">I Like Everything Deep Fried!
Since the pandemic forced us inside I've been deep frying everything to the point that I prefer it to all other preparations. Personally, I think it's the eat drink and be merry for tomorrow we die syndrome. I'm also drinking more alcohol that usual. Batter dipped or breaded seafood/fish,...
Read moreDaal Bati-Top Indian Rajasthani Food">Daal Bati-Top Indian Rajasthani Food
If you are non living in India or not an Indian then you must know about this awesome Indian dish. Daal Bati. In my eyes this is the most loved regional food in Rajasthan. Reading More May Cause Envy...
Read moreAbout Me
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 ;)
Try not to drool!
John, New Englander turned Cali dude