Archive for February 2021
Is there an "order" in which to add ingredients to saute">Is there an "order" in which to add ingredients to saute
I wam making chili, and have never thought about this before, but is there a "correct" order in which to saute the onions, beef, and garlic? I've never thrown them all in at once, so, separately, does it matter which goes first? Thanks Reading More May Cause...
Read moreRice and other things">Rice and other things
I have been reading more and more about issues with arsenic in rice due to the way it is farmed. There are various recommended cooking approaches to reduce concentrations. Has anyone else read or heard about this concern? I always wonder when I read things just how...
Read moreHow to do justice to a thick pork chop?">How to do justice to a thick pork chop?
I need advice on how to cook a thick (1 1/2 inch pork chop, maybe more, that weighs over a pound. I rarely cook pork chops; definitely haven't ever cooked one this size. I'll be very grateful for help! Reading More May Cause Envy...
Read moreMarch 2021 Cookbook of the Month NOMINATIONS">March 2021 Cookbook of the Month NOMINATIONS
Good evening, Cookbook of the Month community! It's time to start reflecting on what we would like to cook together as (for many of us) the snow and ice thaw into our first signs of springtime! Which books and sources intrigue us for our shared cooking adventure in March? Please nominate...
Read morePasteurized Greek Honey - Does It Exist?">Pasteurized Greek Honey - Does It Exist?
I have searched and have not found a Greek Honey that is pasturized. All I've found are "raw". I am immune-suppressed and cannot eat raw honey but would love to find "Greek" honey that is pasteurized. Does anyone know where I might find/purchase pasteurized Greek honey?
You made WHAT with WHAT?">You made WHAT with WHAT?
The thread on slow cooker pork loin is fun. Hilarity aplenty. It got me to thinking of some of the absolutely bizarre approaches I have seen applied to certain foods. For example, chicken fried ribeye. Anybody got others, real or imagined? Tenderloin meatloaf? Slow smoked...
Read moreMilk or Water Kefir Grains - Oakland/Berkeley">Milk or Water Kefir Grains - Oakland/Berkeley
Does anyone know of a place open now (Feb 2021) that is selling live water or milk kefir grains? Ideally in the East Bay Reading More May Cause Envy...
Read morePower Outage Prep">Power Outage Prep
In Texas. We have been warned to expect power outages since we will have a week of under freezing weather starting now. I know some of you are rolling your eyes but our houses and infrastructure are not built for this. Any suggestions on what I can...
Read moreAdrakki Chaamp (Indian lamb chops) recipe">Adrakki Chaamp (Indian lamb chops) recipe
We used to go to this restaurant in Columbus, Ohio called Cumin and they had this dish. I want to try it at home. I found one recipe and made it about a year ago and it wasn't anything like it. https://www.sanjeevkapoor.com/Recipe/Dhaniya-Adrak-Champe-Sanjeev-Kapoor-Kitchen-FoodFood.html It makes me wonder...
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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