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Delilicious: Leaf Us Alone Brussels Sprouts
Your little sprout can help you bake up this healthy side dish for your holiday meal. Chef Lisa Barnes claims, "Although they are one of my favorites, I realize Brussels sprouts are not welcome by many. I think they get a bad rap because they are usually boiled, bland, and still rock hard in the center.
Thai Cooking Class in Phuket, Thailand
While traveling in Southeast Asia this summer, I had the opportunity to attend a one-day Thai cooking class at Pat's Home Cooking school in Phuket, Thailand. The course was very hands-on and I had a great time. Pat taught us how to make Thai spring rolls, green curry (with chicken and aubergines), hot and sour soup with shrimps, green papaya salad, and bananas simmered in sweet coconut milk.
Beauty Tip of the Day
Your wish is my command, Dee :)
Dee asked me to put my Pineapple-Oil recipe as the beauty tip of the day - because today is YOUR holiday - i.e. Thanksgiving - first of all HAPPY THANKSGIVING !
History abt my use of pineapple:
years ago i bought a book abt fruit later on one abt all other foods - except seeds, nuts and grains.
Southern (Indian) Thanksgiving
Tandoori turkey in the oven
For a few years now I've wanted to try to marry the traditional Southern Indian food my husband grew up enjoying with Thanksgiving as I know it (Southern girl with a love of spice and heat).
So this year I did a trial run of a tandoori-style turkey made in the oven. By next year I hope to build my own tandoor, or at least grill this guy, because it needs a little more heat to crisp up properly.
Burning Question: At What Temperature Is a Turkey Cooked?
No matter what kind of turkey you'll be having this year, there's one question you'll need the answer to: What temperature does a turkey need to reach in order be considered "done"?
Until last year, the USDA recommended cooking turkey to an internal temperature of 180ºF. But based on the fact that bacteria threat salmonella cannot withstand temperatures of 160ºF after 30 seconds, the FDA now suggests a minimum internal temperature of 165ºF as measured by a food thermometer in the innermost part of the thigh and wing and the thickest part of the breast.
An Introduction to Greek Food and Greek Cooking...
Greek cooking offers an incredibly rich and diverse array of foods and beverages that are the culmination of literally thousands of years of living, cooking, and eating. While each Greek meal is fresh and inviting, it is also a trip back through Greece's history.
Ingredients
The names of foods, cooking methods, and basic ingredients have changed little over time.
Persian inspired dinners I made for the Boyfriend that he loved! 3 recipes :D
Tender Persian chicken and lemon potatoes made in the dutch oven.
My baby and I love Persian food, even though neither of us are Persian or middle eastern but I did used to live in Saudi Arabia when I was a kid bc my dad had a job there as a doctor. ANYWAYS!
Cheesy Spinach and Artichoke Risotto -- with (a little) Beer!
This dish was inspired by my favorite appetizer, spinach and artichoke dip. Since it is based on bar food, it only seems right to season it with beer. The alcohol cooks off, and the remaining taste is slightly sweet, a perfect complement to the sharp cheese flavors.
I Said Medium Rare, Not Medium Hair
From the San Francisco Chronicle.
COOK ACCUSED OF PUTTING HAIR IN A STEAK
(02-29) 13:44 PST West Bend, Wis. (AP)
A restaurant cook is out of a job and facing a felony charge after being accused of hiding hairs in a ribeye because a customer complained the first steak served to him was overcooked.
CHAPTER 94
Before he went to sleep I told Salah – I will cook – sliced beef with shi take mushrooms and dried champignons. Oh he was drooling. Next day I had waited until 16:00 hrs and had not eaten anything – just tasted – only eaten fruit the whole day.
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