Archives for 2008

How To Stir Fry Pepper Steak

November 18, 2008 (Updated March 23, 2014) by Drew Kime

Pepper steak is one of the easiest stir fry dishes you can make. It doesn't require any ingredients you can't find in just about any grocery store -- except for one, maybe, if you're really in the middle of nowhere. And it's fairly non-exotic, compared to some of the things you see on Anthony Bourdain's show, so even the most timid eater (or your kids) shouldn't be afraid to try it. Wait, that's a pretty back-handed compliment ... "it's ordinary and safe." Okay, put it this way: Pepper steak … [Read more...]

A Trip To The Restaurant Supply Store

November 14, 2008 (Updated March 24, 2014) by Drew Kime

Gear hardware

This might seem a little pointless if you're not near Cleveland, but I promise it's not. … [Read more...]

How To Make (and Can) Spaghetti Sauce In Bulk

November 13, 2008 (Updated March 23, 2014) by Drew Kime

Dressing / Sauce bulk, Italian

I am the man. I try so hard to be modest, but I don't know how else to put it. The texture was perfect. The wife likes it. The kids, who have never liked tomato sauce, like it. And 11 out of 12 jars sealed correctly. Here's how I did it. … [Read more...]

How To Dehydrate and Grind Pepper

November 11, 2008 (Updated March 23, 2014) by Drew Kime

Herbs / Spices, Technique Undieting

When I brought in my meager pepper harvest, I wondered what I could do with such a sad collection. Genie suggested dehydrating and grinding them. That sounded easier than pickling, so I gave it a shot. I'm glad I did. … [Read more...]

Fastest Way To Prep Peppers

November 10, 2008 (Updated March 24, 2014) by Drew Kime

Technique knife skills, Undieting

I don't know why I haven't shown this one yet. This is how you prep peppers when they're going to be cooked into something and you don't care if each individual slice is pretty and presentable. … [Read more...]