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Have new meat grinder, what kind of meat should I buy to nake it chopped meat?
I use chuck roast for ground chuck, hamburgers, also have ground up sirloin. I also have ground chicken.
I have made Italian sausage with ground pork and seasonings.
Has anyone tried 8'O Clock coffee and how is it?
My son likes it but I don't , seems to acidic for me.
Favorite syrup for Italian sodas?
I like Monin syrups. I have 15 different flavors , which I used not just for Italian sodas but also for lemonade, ice cream, coffee, milk, even in cakes .
King Arthur flour
Hodgins Mill sells white whole wheat flour and I think Bob's Red Mill does too.
Best artisan whole wheat approaches?
I like white whole wheat flour for my artisan breads , as well as semolina flour.
Black Garlic
Anyone try Black Garlic ? Not the funky kind that's gone bad .
http://blackgarlic.com/
Do people really (and I mean "really") like Girl Scout Cookies?
I dislike them , to me it always tasted stale, Hubby likes the mint . I didn't like them back when I was a brownie and girl scout , many moons ago.
What is one tip that you learned about cooking that was simple but made a huge difference? [old]
I add seltzer water to the pancake mix for fluffiness. Also don't over mix the batter.
What is one tip that you learned about cooking that was simple but made a huge difference? [old]
I haven't tried garlic in the pasta water , good idea. I have put 2 cloves in water with potatoes..
What is one tip that you learned about cooking that was simple but made a huge difference? [old]
I like sea salt too , I have several different ones .
What is one tip that you learned about cooking that was simple but made a huge difference? [old]
I keep Chicken base and Beef Base in the refrigerator. It is handy for when I don't need a whole can or carton of stock for something, just use a tablespoon or more of chicken or beef as needed to the water. For example , if making something with pasta, I can add chicken base to the pasta water after draining the pasta but leaving about 1-2 cups of water for a sauce with the chicken base and whatever other ingredient needed for the sauce. Also the beef and chicken base is good for soups , gravy, sauces.
I defrost crusty bread or artisan bread by wrapping it in paper towel and microwave it til if is barely soft, then slice it as needed , especially for panini, which is toasted anyway.
Does anyone else use salted butter when cooking?
I use both salted and unsalted. I buy them on sale then I vacuum pack it with food saver and freeze the extra butter.
Food for a pet's death?
My heart goes out to you. I have lost 11 beloved furbabies over the years, each loss is felt deeply.
hugs,
LadyCook
What is one tip that you learned about cooking that was simple but made a huge difference? [old]
Cooking frozen vegetables in pasta water , near the end of pasta cooking time, if I am making something with pasta and veggies.
What is your favorite CHEAP CHEAP CHEAP kitchen gadget
I have a few but I think my egg slicer would be the favorite because I can slice strawberries, mushrooms as well as eggs with it.
Fun kitchen tips to share? - moved from Home Cooking board
I have powdered tomato , which I can reconstitute into tomato paste as needed.
how do you store homemade bread?
If I make extra loaves , I use my Food Saver and freeze the bread.
Sprucing Up Boring Ol' Cereal - What To Do...
I like craisins , and if I have other dried fruits on hand , I will use those , not all in the same bowl. I've even used chocolate milk instead of regular milk. For sweetner if needed , sometimes Lyles syrup.
duke's mayo -- i think i'm a convert
I've never tried Duke's , don't know if it is in my area. I like Hellman's . When I was a kid I used to eat Hellman mayonaise sandwiches.
Where do you keep the Kitchen Aid mixer?
I had to laugh about the cat fur. I have 6 cats , and always have to check stuff for cat fur.
Where do you keep the Kitchen Aid mixer?
I keep mine on the countertop, in a corner, fits perfectly and is out of the way.
What's your "secret ingredient?"
Smoked sea salt
Steak Dust
Smoked Paprika
Dried Wine powders
Hulless Popcorn
Can anyone recommend Hulless Popcorn ? I did google for some ideas but I want to find out who have tried the hulless popcorn varieties. This type is suppose to be better for people with divertulitis than the normal popcorn.
What is your Favorite Breakfast Sandwich?
Taylor Ham , egg, cheese on hard roll is my favorite too.
