Archive for November 2020
My Gazpacho Fermented - Why?">My Gazpacho Fermented - Why?
I made and froze several quarts of gazpacho late this summer. We've consumed a couple without issue, however this latest batch fermented. I took it out from the freezer on Thursday and thawed it in the fridge overnight. We enjoyed some on Friday morning, and it was...
Read moreWAT/INJERA - November 2020 Dish of the Month">WAT/INJERA - November 2020 Dish of the Month
Welcome to our reporting thread for our November Dish of the Month, WAT & INJERA. This combination of dishes has long been a nominee, and now their month has arrived. WAT (also often spelled "wot") includes a broad array of Ethiopian stews that may be meat or plant based, spicy...
Read moreWhat's For Dinner #445 (November 2020) - Have You Started Your Holiday Baking Yet?">What's For Dinner #445 (November 2020) - Have You Started Your Holiday Baking Yet?
Here's where we help each other decide "What's for Dinner,” celebrate (or commiserate about) our nightly dinner results, and share recipes - with our modifications noted. What's for Dinner? Photos welcome! Reading More May Cause Envy...
Read moreWhat are you baking these days? November 2020 edition!">What are you baking these days? November 2020 edition!
Blueberry Scones from SK (and CI). I make them by hand, use TJ's dried blueberries, and pat into a big rectangle to get 12 square scones. We LOVE these. https://smittenkitchen.com/2006/11/dream-a-little-dream-of-scone/ Reading More May Cause Envy...
Read moreWhat causes the metallic aftertaste in my pancakes?">What causes the metallic aftertaste in my pancakes?
Thank you! I’ve been experiencing the same thing with my pancakes. I thought maybe baking soda, so I found a recipe that doesn’t call for it. It’s been driving me crazy! 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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John, New Englander turned Cali dude