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Potted Fruit Trees?
Meyer lemons are amazing. The best lemon meringue pie I've ever had was made last winter from lemons from our potted tree. Floral, complex, ethereal, amazing.
I'm eyeing the lemons now, for an encore this winter!
Cook the Book: Chocolate Sheet Cake
My Slovak great-grandmother made something nearly identical, from the 1940s on (and perhaps before). The cake part is identical--measure for measure--except she used margarine. Frosting also used margarine, but only one stick and no vanilla. The rest of the stuff was identical--measure for measure. Assembly is the same, too. Ours bakes at 400, though, and tends to finish pretty quick.
And yes, this is the best choc. cake ever. What makes it so good is the high frosting-to-cake ratio. Generations of people in my family have enjoyed this cake.
@proletarian: def. halve the recipe, and adjust the cooking time. Just keep an eye on it.
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What's your stuffing / dressing recipe?
Brown some sage sausage, remove from pan, and leaving drippings in pan. Then sweat your veggies in the sausage drippings. Proceed with whatever from there.
Potted Fruit Trees?
Meyer lemons are amazing. The best lemon meringue pie I've ever had was made last winter from lemons from our potted tree. Floral, complex, ethereal, amazing.
I'm eyeing the lemons now, for an encore this winter!
Cook the Book: Chocolate Sheet Cake
My Slovak great-grandmother made something nearly identical, from the 1940s on (and perhaps before). The cake part is identical--measure for measure--except she used margarine. Frosting also used margarine, but only one stick and no vanilla. The rest of the stuff was identical--measure for measure. Assembly is the same, too. Ours bakes at 400, though, and tends to finish pretty quick.
And yes, this is the best choc. cake ever. What makes it so good is the high frosting-to-cake ratio. Generations of people in my family have enjoyed this cake.
@proletarian: def. halve the recipe, and adjust the cooking time. Just keep an eye on it.
What do I charge?
Call around to people who do this already for a living and pretend you're asking for the same service. Then you'll know what your local market rate for this kind of thing is. My wife is self-employed and used this very strategy to find local pricing conditions when we first moved here.
Houston: Boudin Kolaches at Shipley Do-nuts
Sounds awesome. (BTW, not to be pedantic, but I think "Slovak" sounds better than "Slovakian.")
Anthony Bourdain and Vegetarians/Vegans
What @sloppy said. He's first and foremost an entertainer. No different than Rush Limbaugh or Keith Olbermann, who are pure entertainers (i.e., not philosophers, not reporters--just clowns with a following, eager to please the audience).
The Most Unhealthy Thing You've Ever Made
Given that research clearly shows a diet high in sat. fat and low in sugar/simple carbs actually lowers cholesterol and lowers risk for heart disease, I doubt there's a consensus on what "unhealthy" means. The conventional wisdom dies hard. (Disclosure: I eat everything and am not a low carb acolyte.)
Moldy Spoon Revisited. (Now with more EW!)
You may also want to leave the DW open when you're not around (i.e., otherwise, the open door is in the way when you're home). When we go on vacation, too, it's on my checklist, to leave the door open.
Is Locavorism For Rich Folks Only?
IMO, a lot of this is similar to the anti-Walmart sentiment that is found only in the well-to-do.
Weekend Cook and Tell: Spaghetti, Meatballs, and Wine
I'm not sure I understand the criticism of the Cooks Illustrated recipe. It calls for pork and gr. chuck, not a "beef meatball" recipe. I've had this recipe many times, and it is to die for. The simplicity of the sauce makes the meatballs really shine. The whole meal really comes together in an amazing way. (FWIW, I always make fresh pasta from scratch, since this meatball and sauce recipe is worth it.)
Pipe-Organ Pizzerias Briefly Explained
Beggars used to be called "Pipes-n-Pizza." They put a picture of the pipe organ on the paper bag in which the pizza came. (Yes, bag: not box.)
Southampton IPA acting up
Gushing can be from old beer or if it's stored too cold. Could also be from contamination, or just faulty brewing (e.g., overcarbonation).
Street Food Profile: Only Burger in Durham, North Carolina
Best street food city is LA or Portland???
I'd say Prague or Hong Kong, and I'm not even thinking hard about it.
An Epic Quest For Pizza Immortality: Eating Nothing But Sausage Pizza for a Month
I forgot to add: nice Dave Duerson jersey.
(j/k: I know it's prolly Forte.)
An Epic Quest For Pizza Immortality: Eating Nothing But Sausage Pizza for a Month
One word: Metamucil.
BTW, this guy is my hero. I would love to do this for every lunch and dinner for a month, but not breakfast (you will pry my high fiber breakfast from my cold dead hands). The problem for me is that (A) I no longer live in Chicagoland and (B) the expense would be horrific.
CHILI!!!
Wow--chili is so personal. And I never make it the same way twice. But IMO, chili is all about the beans. If you can master cooking dried beans, then you have the rosetta stone to a zillion cheap and delicious dishes.
Are cornmeal, grits and masa whole grains?
Stone-ground can be whole grain, but not always.
http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/foodwine/2008729348_zfoo11cookqanda.html
What to do with spaghetti squash?
After cooking, let cool. Then combine the shreds with beaten eggs and onions (and/or other veggies) and fry up as patties. You can go ten different ways with that...
What to do with a bunch of dill?
Persian dill rice is amazing (and easy).
RECIPES FOR CANNED CORNED BEEF....
1. Place can in bag.
2. Deliver to nearest food bank or canned food drive.
;-)
What's your stuffing / dressing recipe?
my mom always makes a bread stuffing but starts with TONS of celery & onion sauteed in butter and sage...then she adds breakfast sausage, sometimes craisins &/or walnuts. it's soooo f'ing delicious...to wake up to smell it cooking in the morning is my favorite part of thankgiving!
Cook the Book: Chocolate Sheet Cake
I did it. It was AWESOME! A little more like an hour, but I'm slow. My wife, not really a fan of cake, loves it as well. Make sure you eat it when the icing is warm/room temp. I must admit, having a total of nearly a pound of butter and as much sugar as this recipe has certainly helps! ;)nom nom nom!
Cook the Book: Chocolate Sheet Cake
I haven't made this recipe, but I've used some of Pioneer Womans other recipes and I have always enjoyed them. Yes, sometimes too much butter or too much sugar, but that's the joy of dessert!
Cook the Book: Chocolate Sheet Cake
I made this over the weekend and it didn't come out very cakey. Wondering if high altitude would affect the outcome? The flavor was amazing, but the sugar content was rather extreme for this girl. I'm looking forward to adjusting this to suit my taste buds. Loved how quick and easy the recipe is.
The Most Unhealthy Thing You've Ever Made
French toast made from doughnuts, filled with ice cream and gingered mangos and topped with hot caramel sauce. Since I do not foresee making this again (blessedly my beau does not have a sweet tooth), no regrets for this one-time splurge.
The Most Unhealthy Thing You've Ever Made
A sauce made with sliced breakfast sausages, cream of chicken soup, Hellman's mayonnaise, lemon juice, ground pepper, broccoli, shredded aged cheddar on top and served over pasta or rice. The sauce smells vile but it actually tastes delicious and I would even go so far as call it comfort food. I often find myself craving this sauce during winter.
Cook the Book: Chocolate Sheet Cake
I just had some for breakfast.
Cook the Book: Chocolate Sheet Cake
@LizLemon -- here's some White Texas Sheet Cake recipes:
http://southernfood.about.com/od/yellowandwhitecakes/r/bl30322c.htm
http://www.tulsaworld.com/scene/article.aspx?subjectid=39&articleid=20090506_39_D1_Chocol46727
(scroll down for the White Texas Sheet Cake recipe. This recipe comes from someone in Pioneer Woman's hometown.
http://www.tasteofhome.com/Recipes/White-Texas-Sheet-Cake
http://wegottaeat.com/mandstapp/recipes/white-texas-sheet-cake
(this one is supposedly from Paula Deen)
The Most Unhealthy Thing You've Ever Made
Just had this one, recipe follows for all of you seriously in need of upping your cholesterol levels:
Boil or bake a potato and keep hot. Soft boil an egg: The white should just be set and the yolk still runny. Cut a cross in the potato and squeeze to expose inside and create a hollow. Add salt and a generous dollop of butter. Slice the top off the egg and dribble/scoop the yolk into the potato. Top with grated Tusser's or Cheddar cheese and shredded pepper ham. Pig out.
Cook the Book: Chocolate Sheet Cake
Yumm... this cake looks delicious ... and I'd love to win a copy of Pioneer Woman Cooks!
Cook the Book: Chocolate Sheet Cake
This is a staple for birthdays in my house, but it has a healthy dose of cinnamon in the cake and walnuts in the frosting. Easy and moist and delicious.
Cook the Book: Chocolate Sheet Cake
Ours always has cinnamon!
The Most Unhealthy Thing You've Ever Made
fried hot dog - melt butter in frying pan, fry a split oscar meyer 100% beef frank until golden brown and crispy. Melt American cheese slice on top. For added goodness, butter and broil hot dog bun in oven. Place hot dog in bun and add your usual toppings. Also, makes me think of similar fried bologna sandwiches. Man, I love processed meat!
starting your own pizza joint
It depends on the market too. If you open somewhere with limited pizza offerings or only one style of pizza, it's better.
When I was 8, the first pizza place opened in our area. Before that, the only pizza was Pizza Hut, 30 minutes away. Needless to say it was a huge hit, despite the fact that the pizza is pretty gross. Many years later, a "New York" style pizza place opened, and for the first two years they were open, the wait for a pizza was an hour long. They have been incredibly successful and I am sure the guy is now a millionaire.
starting your own pizza joint
It reminds me of the old saw, what makes one tavern more popular than another? They both sell the same booze.
At least with a pizza joint, it's possible to have a better pie than the next guy.
Sorry.....I know this doesn't help.
The Most Unhealthy Thing You've Ever Made
in compliance with my low-carb diet...
low carb "nachos"
layer deep fried pork rinds in a pan,* sprinkle on some hot sauce, then smother with an assortment of sliced cheeses (pre-shredded will not do!)
place in broiler until cheese is bubbly.
*best when using the ultra large pork rinds found in Mexican groceries
eat immediately. keep a cell phone within reach to dial 911!
starting your own pizza joint
Hi munchin out!
Its a risky business; with high initial costs.
Recipe-wise:
- Good dough
- Pat-down sauce recipe is key
- Quality toppings
From a business-standpoint:
Meat_guy's right about ensuring you over-estimate costs. There's always unpredictable expenses.
Location of these places is also important.
Have you considered meeting with a mentor? Someone who's gone through the process (successfully?)?
Cook the Book: Chocolate Sheet Cake
@sscutchen. My head hurts. Thanks for the explanation.
starting your own pizza joint
Before you buy new equipment find your local used restaurant equipment dealer. they have tons of equipment from failed restaurants at a fraction of the cost of new. Make sure you have enough cash to be able to afford not to take any money out of the business for the first year or two. Expenses are always higher than you plan.
Cook the Book: Chocolate Sheet Cake
This kind of baking sounds right up my alley! I think it's going on the weekend menu!
starting your own pizza joint
Had friends who about 30 years ago started a pizza business and lost their shirts. Took them years to get out from under. They mostly wished they had done more research before they opened the place.
I agree with apprenticing or at least working for a while in a pizzeria, so you have a sense of all that's involved.
Cook the Book: Chocolate Sheet Cake
A jelly roll pan is nominally 15x10, so 150 sq. in. so you're looking for 75 sq. in.
An 8x11 is 88 sq. in, which is closer than the 9x13 at 117.
Not sure what the effect of Pyrex versus metal will be.
starting your own pizza joint
Also, check out the blog/twitter for Orangette (http://www.orangette.blogspot.com/), which chronicles the process of opening Delancey here in Seattle.
Cook the Book: Chocolate Sheet Cake
Water is there. You can get the recipe from Pioneer Woman's website too. I love her. I think she's fab.
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Brown some sage sausage, remove from pan, and leaving drippings in pan. Then sweat your veggies in the sausage drippings. Proceed with whatever from there.