I’m not from upper Minnesota. And that, the contributor of today’s recipe says, is probably why I’d never heard of the legendary Hotdish casserole. It’s not so much a specific recipe, but a ‘template’ on which to build your own signature version…Read More →
It may be the ultimate high-rise pancake. And one of the fluffiest. And its creator combines a whole slew of ‘secrets’ to ensure it stays on top of its game. Now you can try your hand at producing paramount pancake pulchritude in your own kitchen…Read More →
I can’t count the times I witnessed my Mom pour a can of Campbell’s Soup into a pot as the start to a sauce or casserole. Now the soup super-power is newstalgizing its most-used soups as ready-made sauces, for the convenience-obsessed generations…Read More →
A post I recently came across begged me to ignore it – on general principles, as a profes-sional cook. But I had second thought about bringing you my take, as a sort of refresher on the basic issues addressed. I’ve chosen what I consider their most important items…Read More →
I have – perhaps unfairly – criticized FOOD Network maven Ina Garten in the past. I’ve always thought her personality was a bit prissy, and definitely too Martha Stewart-ish to appeal to the average viewer. Me. But my eyes have been opened…Read More →
I’ve hard of adding certain substances to various culinary preparations as stabilizers. Gelatin for Whipped Cream. Cream of Tartar for Meringue. Now, there’s word of a hack that elevates your Scrambled Eggs way above the everyday…Read More →
I have some reservations about this whole issue. Starting with the claim that Szechuan Pepper is capsaicin-free. But there’s a subtle distinction that must be observed if you’re to get the real gist of the source post which inspired today’s FFB rant…Read More →
Vineagar Pie is a true American Classic, with roots in the Great Depression. And as such, it’s a classic lesson in ‘make-do-with-wjhat-you-have’. But – cultural and historical baggage aside – it’s a lovey, gooey, indulgent dessert whch defies newstalginization…Read More →