Do I need to oil steam basket if I am going to steam fish?">Do I need to oil steam basket if I am going to steam fish?
Hi I have never steamed fish before, I am just curious if I need to oil the steaming basket before laying the fish in? I was trying to do this without any fat/oil which is why I opted for steaming vs sauteing, baking, etc.. If I don't end up oiling...
Read moreRoast already sliced?">Roast already sliced?
So I defrosted an elk eye of round roast that was given to us. After defrosting I discovered that it is already sliced in 1" thick pieces. I had planned on searing it and finishing it whole in the oven. Should I try to tie it up...
Read moreIs there a way to do most of the work for enchiladas suizas in advance? (and a few menu questions)">Is there a way to do most of the work for enchiladas suizas in advance? (and a few menu questions)
I am having my staff over for dinner tomorrow night for a little pre-holiday get-together. It's a small group, we will be eight with spouses and SOs. I am trying to keep costs relatively low (cost comes out of my pocket; I only wish I could expense it). I'd really...
Read moreQuestion for candy makers???">Question for candy makers???
Hello all, I am making Nutter Butter Balls for my son's birthday. They are on the line of Buck Eyes. My question is, the chocolate coating on the outside. I have a block of good Swiss dark chocolate. Aside from tempering it, is there another way to use it as...
Read moreSauerkraut how long">Sauerkraut how long
Sauerkraut lasts a really long time. Reading More May Cause Envy...
Read moreStarch / Sides for Roasted Duck with Port and Sour Cherry Sauce?">Starch / Sides for Roasted Duck with Port and Sour Cherry Sauce?
I'm roasting a duck (first time) for Christmas. I usually do a beef main and my once a year potatoes (scalloped with heavy cream and butter). But somehow this doesn't feel right for duck. Am I wrong? I'll probably do roasted asparagus but I need a...
Read more11 Ridiculously Over-The-Top Pet Gifts For People Who Are Way Too Into Their Dogs (PHOTOS)">11 Ridiculously Over-The-Top Pet Gifts For People Who Are Way Too Into Their Dogs (PHOTOS)
Chocolate mint tumbles">Chocolate mint tumbles
I found this old box in my attic and I was wondering if anyone had a recipe for these? They used to carry them at Williams-Sonoma but I haven't seen them for at least ten years. The box says "is it a cookie or a candy" and from what I...
Read moreCraze For Coveted Craft Brews Creates Black Market Of Beer">Craze For Coveted Craft Brews Creates Black Market Of Beer
As craft brews gain an intense following, a black market bloomed in which opportunists... Read more
help me find Bon Appetit reciepe PLEASE!">help me find Bon Appetit reciepe PLEASE!
I have that recipe!!! I serve it all the time and I think I can make it in my sleep. Here it is Crust: 3 cups chocolate wafer crumbs 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.
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