I didn't just ask the question, but also tried to provide some information or uses for the ingredient in question. I'm not married to them. There seems to be some real hate out there - a strong annoyance factor. From...
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Champagne, prosecco, or any sparkling wine. Are you an aficionado, or just sip it at the strike of midnight to toast in the New Year? Or maybe, you'd never touch the stuff? I actually do like some of them, but...
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These little fishies are so much more than bait! I love 'em in salad dressing - what would a Caesar Salad be without anchovies? Worcestershire sauce, remoulade, compound butters - all enhanced by the tiny anchovy. At least, in my...
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Ever bought or received any of those gadgets/appliances? Were you pleased as punch with your purchase or filled with shame at the $ you wasted? Have you ever watched an entire infomercial? I had one ASOTV gadget that was supposed...
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She told us to keep them at room temp - always! I put mine in a plastic bag in the crisper drawer as soon as they turn yellow, and they last so much longer. I'm WAY - that sexy banana...
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I've noticed a lot of people who start out drinking coffee with cream and/or sugar gradually work themselves "down", so to speak, to just drinking it black. Did you always drink it black? I like cream and sugar, so I...
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Frankly, I think it's heresy to dine anyplace but home (mine or a family member's or a friend's) on a major holiday like T-Giving or (perish the thought) Christmas. New Year's Eve - not so much, but I'd rather be...
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Bloody Marys and Virgin Marys are popular drinks at brunch especially, and the holiday season is peak for brunch. There are many versions/variations. My favorite has vodka, V8, horseradish, tabasco, worcestershire sauce, celery salt, celery seed, pepper, lemon or lime...
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Eggnog is believed to have originated in England. This sweetened milk, cream, egg and liquor drink was reserved for the aristocracy who had access to these fresh ingredients. Common additions included brandy, rum, and whiskey. Nog may have come from...
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I wouldn't rule it out, if I knew of a good one. I remember the taste of the little red can with a can of water added for chicken noodle soup, with the mushiest pasta on the planet. I don't...
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