Smokin' Christmas!">Smokin' Christmas!
This Christmas we're smoking ribs and sausages for dinner. Our job is sides- I'm thinking 2. I'm also thinking some sides that are a little heartier and comfort food like for winter. I love baked beans....my in laws etc don't do beans :( I was thinking a corn casserole.... Or...
Read moreDuck fat question.">Duck fat question.
When plating duck breast, is it inappropriate to remove the fat before serving to the guest? Reading More May Cause Envy...
Read moreWhich Flour to Use for Chocolate Chip Cookies">Which Flour to Use for Chocolate Chip Cookies
All purpose; you can make a chewy cookie with this flour as well as long as you don't over bake it. Reading More May Cause Envy...
Read moreDishes that use a lot of black pepper">Dishes that use a lot of black pepper
I've got a large surplus of black pepper on hand. Apart from the pasta dish Cacio e Pepe, I'm not sure what dishes call for serious amounts of pepper. The pepper is in whole peppercorn form, by the way. Reading More May Cause Envy...
Read moreWhat's for Dinner #260 - The Holiday Decorations are Coming Out Edition [through Dec 11, 2013]">What's for Dinner #260 - The Holiday Decorations are Coming Out Edition [through Dec 11, 2013]
We've already moved on to the next thread :-) Reading More May Cause Envy...
Read moreWhat do you serve with steak?">What do you serve with steak?
chesse and mustard sause holegrain mustard grated mature cheedar chesse creme fresh Reading More May Cause Envy...
Read moreHelp-- Puff pastry doesn't cook on inside">Help-- Puff pastry doesn't cook on inside
Puff pastry doesn't have yeast...so no need to proof. It uses steam to separate the layers/rise. You should have it as cold as possible before putting in a very hot oven. Reading More May Cause Envy...
Read moreSoaking Clams">Soaking Clams
Soaking in fresh water overnight kills them. Now you have deceased clams instead of live ones. Reading More May Cause Envy...
Read moreHow to make vietnamese shredded pork skin (Bi)?">How to make vietnamese shredded pork skin (Bi)?
I got some pork bellies for making some bacon and I have a ton of leftover skin from them. Does anyone know how to make Bi from fresh pork skins? Reading More May Cause Envy...
Read moreGrapefruit and lemon custard pie">Grapefruit and lemon custard pie
Our local pie store closed taking my families' favorite lemon custard and grapefruit custard pies with them.. Do you have a recipe for one with a graham cracker crust. 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 ;)
Try not to drool!
John, New Englander turned Cali dude