What to do with whole kaffir limes?">What to do with whole kaffir limes?
My kaffir limes from my tree are finally ripe and falling off. What should i do with all of these delicacies? I have like five now in my fridge just waiting to be used. I know I can use the zest and even the juice in some Thai curries, but...
Read moreQuestions about coconut oil flavor">Questions about coconut oil flavor
Not a frequent baker, so I can't speak to your first two questions. But as for the steak question, no -- you won't end up with a tropical steak =) I use cold-pressed coconut oil as my main cooking fat, and the only thing that tastes a little of coconut...
Read moreDo dried beans get too old to use?">Do dried beans get too old to use?
I'm making soup with great northern beans. I had an opened bag in my pantry, so I used it. There was a stamp that said best to use by a certain date, but I couldn't read the year. I've brought them to a boil & then simmered them for an...
Read moreYour favorite milk braised dishes.">Your favorite milk braised dishes.
Years ago I made a milk braised pork tenderloin which my former husband loved and I thought was very too. Last night I made almond milk braised chicken. It needed a little more seasoning, but the chicken really benefited from it's milk bath. The sauce was so rich,...
Read moreClam Juice substitute">Clam Juice substitute
For the Cooks Illustrated jambalaya recipe. I have a copy of the recipe and an online subscription, but the link to the article is broken, so I'm not quite sure why it's important. I have some dashi granules, and a few lobster shell's in the freezer, or I could...
Read moreCasseroles: Fancy Potatoes">Casseroles: Fancy Potatoes
4.53 / 5 Stars | 94 Reviews
by LnJJ
"Potatoes are blended with sour cream and cream cheese and topped with Cheddar cheese, for a rich and creamy side dish you'll want to make again and again."
Read moreThanksgiving Recipes: Classic Thanksgiving Dressing With Parsley, Sage and Thyme">Thanksgiving Recipes: Classic Thanksgiving Dressing With Parsley, Sage and Thyme
4.53 / 5 Stars | 58 Reviews
by USA WEEKEND columnist Pam Anderson
"For those who haven't completely given up on homemade stuffing and are looking for a simple, memorable stuffing, this recipe...
Read moreMemorial Day Recipes: Warm Sweet Potato Salad">Memorial Day Recipes: Warm Sweet Potato Salad
4.18 / 5 Stars | 9 Reviews
by Chicken
"This warm sweet potato salad is a fresh and tasty addition to any summer meal. The bright and tangy flavors of green onions, mustard, and balsamic vinegar balance...
Read moreHalloween Recipes: Halloween Halfling Meatloaf">Halloween Recipes: Halloween Halfling Meatloaf
5 / 5 Stars | 5 Reviews
by JILLENA
"A Halloween meatloaf is decorated like a spooky Halfling -- a mysterious humanoid creature with yellow corn teeth, green pepper ears, black olive eyeballs, and a background of scary...
Read moreEaster Recipes: Mandarin Chicken Saute">Easter Recipes: Mandarin Chicken Saute
4.17 / 5 Stars | 8 Reviews
by Roxanne E Chan
"Here's an amusing approach to sweet and sour sauce! Cook orange jelly beans with chicken broth, vinegar, honey, pepper flakes, garlic and fresh ginger root. Serve over...
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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