gluten free roux for gumbo?">gluten free roux for gumbo?
my daughter was just diagnosed with celiac disease. Thank you for sharing this information. Not only do we enjoy gumbo, it is our Christmas family meal with my parents, siblings and their families. So pleased thatwe can continue to enjoy our rich Cajun food heritage with this option. Read more
St Louis rye bread for party dips">St Louis rye bread for party dips
St Louis folks: you know those soft round rye loaves you can find at grocery stores this time of year that you hollow out and put dip in at parties? I'd like to find a recipe for it, since it's not available down here in Arkansas. Any suggestions? Is there...
Read moreWhat's for Dinner #259 - the I'm Sick of Turkey By Now Edition [through December 7, 2013]">What's for Dinner #259 - the I'm Sick of Turkey By Now Edition [through December 7, 2013]
Anything under 68 degrees makes me shiver and want to turn at least the little space heater on:( I did not even think to shield my tomato plants:( There is always next season:) Reading More May Cause Envy...
Read moreMSG FREE dessert recipe">MSG FREE dessert recipe
I can't even think of a dessert that HAS MSG. Is this a joke? Reading More May Cause Envy...
Read moreWhat do you do when you are bored/stumped about what to make">What do you do when you are bored/stumped about what to make
I get this a couple of times a year (sometimes the whole house gets it). Nothing sounds good or inspiring to make or even got get as take out. Sometimes digging through recipe sites will inspire something, sometimes not. What do you do to get your food groove back?
Ground ginger - at home">Ground ginger - at home
Not sure why it took me this long to realize I can make dried, ground ginger at home. It's a totally different spice than the one bought at the store. As well as packing a good amount of heat and flavour, the home ground ginger also has a lovely citrus...
Read moreChicken broth -- help!">Chicken broth -- help!
How much do you reduce 2:1? I had some blah stock last week and just let it roll on the stove and it turned into stock greatness, even gelled at room temperature but just wondering how much reduction to get to that hearty point. Reading More May...
Read morescones?">scones?
Anyone have any ideas for using up leftover homemade cranberry sauce in scones? Reading More May Cause Envy...
Read moreSeabass-- best way to cook?">Seabass-- best way to cook?
I have 4 ounce seabass steaks. What is the best way to cook them? I love seabass and am happy that my market had these. How to prepare? Reading More May Cause Envy...
Read morechicken cutlet fillings">chicken cutlet fillings
thanks novice poster ! 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