This is another one of those recipes that's so easy you wonder why we buy this pre-made. Two ingredients and 15 minutes work, and it's better than anything in a can. Courtesy of my mother-in-law, Nancy. … [Read more...]
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Classic Kids’ Thanksgiving Feast
December 1, 2008 (Updated March 24, 2014) by
It's taken years of practice, but I finally thought I was ready to do the full classic Thanksgiving feast for the girls. It turned out not to be as hard as I was expecting. … [Read more...]
How To Make (almost perfect) Beef Brisket
November 24, 2008 (Updated March 23, 2014) by
It really drives me nuts when something comes out almost right. This had absolutely amazing texture, but the taste was ... Well, it was good. But after two days of marinating and several hours of cooking I was expecting something amazing. I'll be making it again, and I know what to change. So even though it's not my final version of this recipe, I'm not embarrassed to share it like I was with the fried rice. You can see the original, which I cut in half, at The Pioneer Woman Cooks. … [Read more...]
How To Stir Fry Pepper Steak
November 18, 2008 (Updated March 23, 2014) by
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
This might seem a little pointless if you're not near Cleveland, but I promise it's not. … [Read more...]
