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Cook the Book: 'Poulet'

pan fried chicken with avocado, lime, and red onion salsa.

BirdNoir at 4:13PM on 01/25/12

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Drink the Book Giveaway: 'Homemade Soda'

I would love to make ginger ale at home!

BirdNoir at 3:46PM on 06/20/11

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Drink the Book: 'Jelly Shot Test Kitchen'

I've made Paloma jello shots before. Delicious!

BirdNoir at 3:52PM on 05/23/11

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Weekend Giveaway: 'The Kentucky Bourbon Cookbook'

Strawberry Sorbet with kirsch or vodka.

BirdNoir at 12:10AM on 09/20/10

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Recent Comments

From Serious Eats

Cook the Book: 'Poulet'

pan fried chicken with avocado, lime, and red onion salsa.

BirdNoir at 4:13PM on 01/25/12

From Drinks

Drink the Book Giveaway: 'Homemade Soda'

I would love to make ginger ale at home!

BirdNoir at 3:46PM on 06/20/11

From Drinks

Drink the Book: 'Jelly Shot Test Kitchen'

I've made Paloma jello shots before. Delicious!

BirdNoir at 3:52PM on 05/23/11

From Serious Eats

Weekend Giveaway: 'The Kentucky Bourbon Cookbook'

Strawberry Sorbet with kirsch or vodka.

BirdNoir at 12:10AM on 09/20/10

From Recipes

Cook the Book: Lemon Curd Squares with Rosemary

I'm trying to make these now. I see granulated sugar mentioned in the instructions for making the shortbread, but not the ingredients list under the shortbread heading.I'll go ahead with the ingredients listing, but if anyone has a better idea, please do comment!

BirdNoir at 7:15PM on 09/10/10

From Serious Eats

The Crisper Whisperer: 10 Great Blogs for Veggie Lovers That May Be New to You

I love reading "Domestikating!" http://domestikating.wordpress.com/
Kate always visits farmers markets in the Chicago area or on trips and makes incredible meals.

BirdNoir at 10:50AM on 08/24/10

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Cook the Book: 'Fiesta at Rick's'

BOURDAIN or BAYLESS!

BirdNoir at 11:47AM on 07/06/10

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Cook the Book: The Good Stuff Cookbook

Kuma's Corner in Chicago.

BirdNoir at 2:26PM on 06/21/10

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The Secret Ingredient (Key Lime): Key Lime Shrimp Tacos

What sort of fish could you substitute for the shrimp? My partner is allergic to shrimp and I want to make this!

BirdNoir at 2:16PM on 06/14/10

From Serious Eats

Cook the Book: 'Recipes from an Italian Summer'

Jamie Oliver's Summertime Tagliarini...amazing and definitely summer!

BirdNoir at 12:51PM on 06/01/10

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Cook the Book: The Gloriously Gluten-Free Cookbook

Tacos, tacos, and more tacos!

BirdNoir at 3:51PM on 05/10/10

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Cook the Book: 'The Vegetarian Option'

Lentil stew with kale, tomatoes, carrots, and potatoes. Amazing!

BirdNoir at 11:16AM on 05/04/10

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Cook the Book: 'Ready for Dessert'

My mom's pavlova with fresh berries and whipped cream!

BirdNoir at 11:12AM on 05/04/10

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Cook the Book: 'Ready for Dessert'

My mom's pavlova with fresh raspberries and strawberries!

BirdNoir at 10:44AM on 04/13/10

From Serious Eats

Cook the Book: 'My Bread'

I've never tried "yeast-risen" bread" after a multiple-failed attempt at making pretzels. So many packages of yeast gone to waste!

BirdNoir at 6:07PM on 03/29/10

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Cook the Book: 'Coco'

Rick Bayless!

BirdNoir at 1:39PM on 03/22/10

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Cook the Book: 'Italian Easy'

Italian sausage, cannelli beans, and kale with white wine vinegar and garlic.

BirdNoir at 1:00PM on 03/10/10

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Cook the Book: 'The Art of Eating In'

The satisfaction of making something by hand, sharing, and having others enjoy it.

Leftovers aren't bad either.

BirdNoir at 2:25PM on 02/22/10

From Serious Eats

Cook the Book: 'Salt to Taste'

Citrus!

BirdNoir at 2:00PM on 02/16/10

From Serious Eats

Cook the Book: The Grand Central Baking Book

Lovely in Chicago.

BirdNoir at 5:10PM on 02/08/10

From Serious Eats

Cook the Book: Ad Hoc at Home

Cafe Presse in Seattle. I could go for a pichet of wine and baguette sandwich with jambon cru any day of the week.

BirdNoir at 2:13PM on 02/08/10

From Serious Eats

Cook the Book: 'The Best Soups in the World'

French Onion Soup at Cafe Presse in Seattle.

BirdNoir at 2:24PM on 01/25/10

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Seriously Delicious Holiday Giveaway: Russ & Daughters Brunch Package

nom nom nom nom nom nom bagels nom nom nom nom nom nom!

BirdNoir at 4:19PM on 12/11/09

From Serious Eats

Cook the Book: 'The Art and Soul of Baking'

Soda cracker candy-a lovely combination of brown sugar, butter, and melted chocolate.

BirdNoir at 1:30PM on 11/30/09

From Serious Eats

Cook the Book: 'Simple Fresh Southern'

potato and cornflake casserole with cheddar cheese, onions, sour cream, lots of melted butter and cream of mushroom soup. Sounds horrifying but it amazing!

BirdNoir at 3:34PM on 11/16/09

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BirdNoir answered "Off the cob" to How Do You Like Eating Corn?

Poll posted by Erin Zimmer, August 11, 2010 at 8:00 AM

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BirdNoir answered "Swirl" to Soft-Serve Poll: Vanilla, Chocolate, Swirl?

Poll posted by Erin Zimmer, July 14, 2010 at 9:00 AM

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BirdNoir answered "Jimmies" to Do You Call Them Jimmies or Sprinkles?

Poll posted by Lingbo Li, May 26, 2010 at 9:00 AM

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BirdNoir answered "Salty" to Are You a Sweet or Salty Breakfast Eater?

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BirdNoir got 60% correct on Quiz: How Much Do You Know About Sushi?

Quiz posted by Joan Fang, June 21, 2010 at 7:30 PM

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BirdNoir got 60% correct on Quiz: How Much Do You Know About Lemonade?

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BirdNoir got 75% correct on How Much Do You Know About Beer?

Quiz posted by Katie Quinn, May 10, 2010 at 6:45 PM

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BirdNoir got 60% correct on What's Your Ice Cream IQ?

Quiz posted by Katie Quinn, April 19, 2010 at 7:00 PM

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BirdNoir got 37% correct on How Much Do You Know About Passover Foods?

Quiz posted by Katie Quinn, March 29, 2010 at 7:15 PM

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BirdNoir got 37% correct on How Much Do You Know About Breakfast Foods?

Quiz posted by Katie Quinn, March 24, 2010 at 8:00 AM

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BirdNoir got 75% correct on How Much Do You Know About Irish Food?

Quiz posted by Katie Quinn, March 17, 2010 at 6:15 PM

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BirdNoir got 62% correct on How Much Do You Know About Cheese?

Quiz posted by Katie Quinn, March 10, 2010 at 11:15 AM

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