Sourdough turned into batter?">Sourdough turned into batter?
After making sourdough dough, I let it sit out on the counter for ~4 hours, beating it back down occasionally so that it didn't overflow... Now, I'm trying to knead it for the second rise and it has the consistency of a very thick batter. Do I need to add more...
Read moreBest hotdogs">Best hotdogs
We are looking for the best hotdogs available to make for our Dodger party. We really like the Brooklyn Dodger dogs and are looking for a dog with a good snap and natural casing for purchase in the Los Angeles, even better San Fernando Valley. Reading More...
Read morePeach crisp with frozen slices?">Peach crisp with frozen slices?
This summer's peach crop in central Indiana was superb, a marked change from the past few years (including one where a devastating series of frosts followed an unusual March warming). Of course, I ate my fill. But I also peeled and froze slices of the peaches, anticipating a couple of...
Read moreRussian food recipe that does not contain flour or meat - and is not too difficult">Russian food recipe that does not contain flour or meat - and is not too difficult
Hello! I want to share a video about how to cook Russian borsch properly. Here is the link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nEw2GrMqIOI Reading More May Cause Envy...
Read moreHome Cooking Dish of the Month: Nominations for November 2017">Home Cooking Dish of the Month: Nominations for November 2017
It’s getting chilly around here! November is approaching. It's time to think about what we'll be cooking together next month. During October we've been making Vegetable Fritters/Croquettes. If you are just finding the Dish of the Month, you’re welcome to fritter away your time with us, so do take a look...
Read moreCrack chicken">Crack chicken
My bff mentioned she saw a recipe for crack chicken, basically it is chicken breast, dry ranch seasoning, cream cheese and cooked bacon in the slow cooker until it can shred and then served on a bun. Was thinking of making this when they come over, but will admit doesn't...
Read moreCarbonara: A couple of personal approaches">Carbonara: A couple of personal approaches
Hi, all. Carbonara is certainly in my top three pasta dishes. I have two approaches that I'd like to share, and see if anyone else does something similar, and hopefully pick up helpful tips and tricks from others. When I make carbonara the traditional way, a problem, for me, is that the...
Read moreLooking for a nice vegetarian lasagna recipe">Looking for a nice vegetarian lasagna recipe
So I saw a really nice marinara recipe, and I think I'd like to use it in a lasagna. Has anyone got any tips to make a really nice veggie lasagna? I made a great one some years ago that called for layering mozzerella, aubergine and marinara sauce,...
Read moreRange hood height dilemma">Range hood height dilemma
I am in the process of installing the range hood to replace the microwave circulating vent. I am a tall person (6.1) and i decided to purchase 24"deep hood to cover whole stove burners area. I am not sure if i am right but because the 21" deep hood does not cover...
Read moreInstant Pot Cookbooks">Instant Pot Cookbooks
Can anyone recommend a first cookbook for my new Instant Pot. There are so many out there! 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