Archive for April 2021
Dish of the Month VOTING, May 2021">Dish of the Month VOTING, May 2021
Welcome to the voting thread for the Home Cooking Dish of the Month (“DOTM”) for May 2021. The purpose of this thread is to cast votes to choose a dish that we as a community can cook and report on during the month of May 2021. Thank you to all...
Read moreBeef stew, what about the potatoes?">Beef stew, what about the potatoes?
Ya know, I had to laugh at myself when It occurred to me that I never considered using a waxy potato instead of a russet. Maybe I'll go that route. I want them to absorb flavor, but also maintain a certain structural integrity. That Lancashire Hotpot is...
Read moreGochujang!!">Gochujang!!
Made it twice. First time I used the electric grill indoors; second time we grilled outdoors. We really enjoyed it! I found the sauce makes more than you need, so I stored what we didn't use in the freezer until I made it again. The cheese...
Read moreGochujang !!">Gochujang !!
Have you tried this delightful spicy paste ? I’ve been using gochujang for many years, it has replaced sriracha as my go to spicy sauce both as a cooking ingredient and as a condiment. Gochujang has a nice depth of flavor while not blasting your palate with a blow torch. I use it...
Read moreMay 2021 COTM Announcement: Dinner in French by Melissa Clark">May 2021 COTM Announcement: Dinner in French by Melissa Clark
It was a close election, but ultimately we selected DINNER IN FRENCH by Melissa Clark as the May 2021 COTM! We can use this thread to share our excitement, questions, and thoughts about our upcoming selection before our reporting threads go up on May 1. Also, feel free to post links...
Read moreRefreezing raw (thawed) organic garlic">Refreezing raw (thawed) organic garlic
Has anyone ever stored raw garlic cloves frozen in plastic bags; had the garlic thaw and then refrozen it and used it (after it was frozen a second time) in either a cooked or raw dish? I've searched high and low and can't find anything about potential dangers...
Read moreHelp with Pita Bread (and baking questions)">Help with Pita Bread (and baking questions)
Hi English is not my first language and I'm a beginner bake so I hope I'm explaining it right. This is my third time making pita following this recipe and I failed. I added - 2 extra tablespoon of sugar and - 3 extra teaspoon of salt into the dry ingredients....
Read moreWeekly Menu Planning – May 2021">Weekly Menu Planning – May 2021
Let’s use this thread to share concise weekly dinner menus for each week in May. 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. May celebrations might be larger events this year as more folks are...
Read moreDairy Brine for Pork?">Dairy Brine for Pork?
I was wondering if I could substitute a dairy product (milk, buttermilk, yogurt?) for water in a traditional water/salt/sugar brine I'm making for a section of boneless pork loin? Goal #1 is keeping the meat moist during cooking with the additional benefit of tenderizing and adding flavor. I marinate chicken...
Read moreBaking Cookbook of the Month May–July 2021 VOTING">Baking Cookbook of the Month May–July 2021 VOTING
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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 ;)
Try not to drool!
John, New Englander turned Cali dude