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Meyer Lemons - Worth The Cost?
They are a hybrid of lemons and oranges. Sweet, so cut back on the sugar in your regular recipe. Use them in anything, but I absolutely love the Epicurious meyer lemon buttermilk pudding cake. Amazing.
Seriously Delicious Holiday Giveaway: Zingerman's Praise the Lard Gift Box
On toasted bread with a touch of garlic and olive oil topped with arugula.
SE Staff Picks: What's Your Worst Hangover Food?
i don't want fruit. i do want a cheeseburger. or the morning equivalent.
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Have you ever pre-cooked your fruit-pie filling?
Posted by Madaketgal, May 20, 2011 at 6:46 PM
Steak - room temperature or chilled before grilling?
Posted by Madaketgal, April 18, 2011 at 1:57 PM
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Madaketgal answered "Pre-Ground Nutmeg" to What Kind of Nutmeg Do You Use?
Poll posted by Erin Zimmer, December 2, 2010 at 7:00 PM
Madaketgal answered "A corner slice" to When it comes to square-cut pizza, I prefer ...
Poll posted by Adam Kuban, October 11, 2010 at 9:55 AM
Madaketgal answered "A la carte" to Do you order sushi omakase or à la carte?
Poll posted by The Serious Eats Team, September 14, 2010 at 11:30 AM
Madaketgal answered "10-15 years old" to When Did You Learn to Cook?
Poll posted by Lingbo Li, August 4, 2010 at 8:00 AM
Recent Quizzes
Madaketgal got 44% correct on Quiz: How Much Do You Know About Pumpkins?
Quiz posted by Sarah Kuo, October 4, 2010 at 7:30 PM
Madaketgal got 44% correct on How Much Do You Know About Peanut Butter?
Quiz posted by Sarah Kuo, September 16, 2010 at 3:15 PM
Madaketgal got 50% correct on Quiz: How Much Do You Know About Cheese?
Quiz posted by Joan Fang, July 5, 2010 at 6:00 PM
Madaketgal got 80% correct on Quiz: How Much Do You Know About Tropical Fruits?
Quiz posted by Joan Fang, June 14, 2010 at 10:00 AM
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Bar Menu at the Monkey Bar: Excellent Small Plates, Killer Burger
Looks yummy but SO expensive. Jeesh.
Meyer Lemons - Worth The Cost?
They are a hybrid of lemons and oranges. Sweet, so cut back on the sugar in your regular recipe. Use them in anything, but I absolutely love the Epicurious meyer lemon buttermilk pudding cake. Amazing.
Seriously Delicious Holiday Giveaway: Zingerman's Praise the Lard Gift Box
On toasted bread with a touch of garlic and olive oil topped with arugula.
SE Staff Picks: What's Your Worst Hangover Food?
i don't want fruit. i do want a cheeseburger. or the morning equivalent.
Serious Entertaining: Autumnal Dinner Party
Sounds incredible! I have a bunch of fresh-caught copper river salmon in my freezer - this will be my first meal.
Vegetable Terrine
The inclusion of cottage cheese at the end seems almost psychotic. This terrine is beautiful and could easily stand alone. If you need to add to it - and in my opinion you do not - how about herb infused ricotta?
Cherry Clafoutis
I love clafoutis and make them often. But what are those green things on the surface? They look like pistachios which are not in the list of ingredients or in the recipe.
SE Staff Picks: Our Favorite Cheeses
I agree with Drake - why not just add Land-o-Lakes white american to this list? My current cheese drawer is ten times more interesting than this list and it's pretty frickin boring - cheddar, aged gouda, morbier, manchego.
Secret recipes: yay or nay?
I do it case by case. If I've just met people (a weekend away w/ friends) and they ask for recipe, as the food is still in their mouths, I will wait for a repeat ask. If a good friend and known cook asks, I share without hesitation. And if it's a real wowzer recipe(whether cookbook derived or not) I will definitely play coy and not reveal. There's nothing wrong with creating a little mystery and an a little drama in your (an other's) lives!
Some Like it Cold (Brewed): 5 Cool Coffee Methods
Okay, I'll be ignorant - what is the difference between cold-brewing and just placing your leftover normal hot coffee (once it cools to room temperature) into the fridge? Seems like it would take a lot less time.
Goodbye, Dumpling
How horrible for you. I'm so sorry. Dumpling had a lovely life with you. And your heart will mend and find new puppy love again. : - )
Father's Day Giveaway: Win a Two-Pound Cowboy Chop
onglet/hanger first, but for grilling, i love me a porterhouse for 2.
Dinner Tonight: Chicken a la Diable
One of my go-to recipes. Sometimes saute a shallot to blend with mustard/pepper mix, also if time allows, marinate overnight. Suzanne Goin's deviled chicken thighs takes this recipe to the next level - but both are great. ,
Dinner Party Help!
Sausages (you can do chicken) on a platter with a few types of mustard and/or jams is a quick and easy Martha Stewart type app.
Chocolate Espresso Buzz Cookies
Making these today, thanks!!
"Sea Caper" ?! Anyone?
caperberry! yummy with lemon in a chicken piccata.
Do you warm up meat when you put it in a salad?
Always warm it up! Like the contrast with the cold lettuce and dressing.
Is the Customer Always Right?
@seriousb - Lighten up! I assumed because I wrote about family members, you and everyone would know whether or not I knew if they had a serious allergy. I did know, and they didn't . Moreover, since they are FAMILY, I know they have eaten plenty of restaurant meals that contain the offending onions. My point was that sometimes the customer is mistaken about what he/she likes/dislike.
Also, I have to point out that it is the responsibility of the eater to make abundantly clear whether or not he/she has a life threatening allergy. The idea that someone with such an allergy would go to a restaurant, or a friend/relatives' house and simply say "I don't care for x" versus "x could kill me" is just stupid.
Is the Customer Always Right?
I am the "chef" in my extended family. Both my sister and brother-in-law dislike onions and always ask that they be omitted from my recipes. I know they don't like raw onions (me either) but I have (unbeknownst to them) continued to use onions as a basic ingredient in pasta sauce, chili, braises, etc. And they have never complained -- moreover they LOVE my cooking. I would never do this if they, or anyone, had an allergy to an ingredient. My point is sometimes people don't know what they do/don't like and the person who is cooking is entitled to make some executive decisions. Had they not liked my food as cooked, I would alter the recipe.
Stories of Astonishing Food Ignorance
-Spoiled college friend had us roommates take a picture of her taking a bite of food "directly from the pan" -- she had never seen food cooked before.
-I've been cooking since I was a kid -- survival instinct since Mom's repertoire consisted of American chop suey - macaroni, hamburger and watery tomato sauce - and baked steak - steak, baked in tomato sauce with green olives (I cannot describe how terrible this was). My sister, however, literally has NEVER cooked a roast chicken and wonders why anyone would use their stove when the microwave is right there.
- Then hubby-to-be and I out with my french speaking friend in Paris in authentic, non-english speaking restaurant. She told him a certain item was veal. It came, and seemed to be mushrooms in a sauce. Turned out to be kidneys of veal. Hubby-to-be turned green, but still married me.
A Sandwich a Day: The Godmother at Bay Cities Italian Deli in Santa Monica, CA
My favorite! The line can truly be 45 minutes long, but worth every minute.
Whatever you want, what would you eat right now?
veal parmigiano w/ a side of spaghetti w/meat sauce AND french fries. From my favorite childhood restaurant in Springfield MA (sadly no longer) Silvanos. Cash only, if you know what I mean.
WHERE THE HELL DID _ _ _ _ _ _ _ GO?!
Bugles! Chicken in a Bisquit. Clams casino. Love me the instant breakfast bars too (but didn't know they were gone.)
Seriously Delicious Holiday Giveaway: Southside Market Sausage
Dr. Hogly Wogly's Tyler Texas BBQ in Van Nuys, CA. Best name, too!
Seriously Delicious Holiday Giveaway: Russ & Daughters Brunch Package
I love brunch! Eggs benedict, with a crab cake or shrimp instead of bacon, quiche lorraine, challah french toast -- all good!
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Have you ever pre-cooked your fruit-pie filling?
Posted by Madaketgal, May 20, 2011 at 6:46 PM
Steak - room temperature or chilled before grilling?
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Polls
Madaketgal answered "Pre-Ground Nutmeg" to What Kind of Nutmeg Do You Use?
Poll posted by Erin Zimmer, December 2, 2010 at 7:00 PM
Madaketgal answered "A corner slice" to When it comes to square-cut pizza, I prefer ...
Poll posted by Adam Kuban, October 11, 2010 at 9:55 AM
Madaketgal answered "A la carte" to Do you order sushi omakase or à la carte?
Poll posted by The Serious Eats Team, September 14, 2010 at 11:30 AM
Madaketgal answered "10-15 years old" to When Did You Learn to Cook?
Poll posted by Lingbo Li, August 4, 2010 at 8:00 AM
Madaketgal answered "Call over the manager and ask that the item be taken off the bill. " to How Would You Deal With Restaurant Error?
Poll posted by The Serious Eats Team, August 3, 2010 at 11:00 AM
Madaketgal answered "Yes. Bring it on" to Do Garlic and Mozzarella Belong Together on a Pizza?
Poll posted by Adam Kuban, August 2, 2010 at 9:55 AM
Madaketgal answered "Yes, the better to get a variety of toppings" to Do you order half-and-half pizzas?
Poll posted by Adam Kuban, July 5, 2010 at 9:00 AM
Madaketgal answered "Yes" to Patty Melt: Is it a Burger?
Poll posted by Robyn Lee, July 1, 2010 at 9:45 AM
Madaketgal answered "Pale, with a slight golden sheen " to How do you like your toast done?
Poll posted by Lingbo Li, June 2, 2010 at 7:30 AM
Madaketgal answered "Medium" to Which Salsa Spicyness Level Do You Prefer?
Poll posted by Erin Zimmer, May 5, 2010 at 8:00 AM
Madaketgal answered "Soft cooked" to How do you like your eggs?
Poll posted by Adam Kuban, March 16, 2010 at 7:30 AM
Madaketgal answered "I like my crust nekkid and eat it plain" to Do you eat and/or dip your pizza crusts?
Poll posted by Adam Kuban, March 15, 2010 at 8:25 AM
Madaketgal answered "Basically #2 but with a crunchy (usually from toasted breadcrumbs) layer on top." to How Do You Like Your Mac and Cheese?
Poll posted by Erin Zimmer, February 24, 2010 at 7:30 AM
Madaketgal answered "Other (feel free to explain below!)" to How Do You Top Your Pancakes?
Poll posted by Adam Kuban, February 16, 2010 at 9:39 AM
Madaketgal answered "Soda" to What Do You Call Cola Drinks
Poll posted by Erin Zimmer, January 27, 2010 at 7:30 PM
Madaketgal answered "Tourtière" to What's Your Favorite Kind of Savory Pie?
Poll posted by Erin Zimmer, January 23, 2010 at 11:00 AM
Madaketgal answered "Apple (French, old-fashioned, sour cream, etc.)" to What's Your Favorite Kind of Pie?
Poll posted by Erin Zimmer, January 22, 2010 at 8:00 PM
Madaketgal answered "Trader Joe's" to What's Your Favorite Grocery Chain?
Poll posted by Erin Zimmer, January 20, 2010 at 9:45 AM
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Quizzes
Madaketgal got 44% correct on Quiz: How Much Do You Know About Pumpkins?
Quiz posted by Sarah Kuo, October 4, 2010 at 7:30 PM
Madaketgal got 44% correct on How Much Do You Know About Peanut Butter?
Quiz posted by Sarah Kuo, September 16, 2010 at 3:15 PM
Madaketgal got 50% correct on Quiz: How Much Do You Know About Cheese?
Quiz posted by Joan Fang, July 5, 2010 at 6:00 PM
Madaketgal got 80% correct on Quiz: How Much Do You Know About Tropical Fruits?
Quiz posted by Joan Fang, June 14, 2010 at 10:00 AM
Madaketgal got 30% correct on Quiz: How Much Do You Know About French Fries?
Quiz posted by Joan Fang, June 7, 2010 at 7:30 PM
Madaketgal got 50% correct on How Much Do You Know About Spring Vegetables?
Quiz posted by Katie Quinn, April 5, 2010 at 6:45 PM
Madaketgal got 75% correct on How Much Do You Know About Breakfast Foods?
Quiz posted by Katie Quinn, March 24, 2010 at 8:00 AM
Madaketgal got 50% correct on How Much Do You Know About Cheese?
Quiz posted by Katie Quinn, March 10, 2010 at 11:15 AM
Madaketgal got 20% correct on Pop Quiz: Breakfast Cereal Trivia
Quiz posted by Adam Kuban, March 9, 2010 at 7:30 AM
Madaketgal got 33% correct on How Much Do You Know About Condiments?
Quiz posted by Katie Quinn, February 15, 2010 at 6:30 PM

Looks yummy but SO expensive. Jeesh.