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What to feed hubby who is in the DOGHOUSE?
Alright, I may be evil but the first thing that popped into my mind was the scene in Prince of Tides where the wife feeds the husband a can of warmed-up Alpo after he complains about the dinner she has made. Do you have any dog food on hand? (Altho your house may smell awful after heating it up!)
Cocktail party stuffed mushrooms
Mix cream cheese into Italian sausage as you cook it. Then use the mixture to stuff the mushrooms. Easy and yummy.
Cook the Book: 'Martha Stewart's Cooking School'
It's got to be her pate brise. I've made it so often, I don't need the recipe any longer.
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Hors d'oeuvres menu to serve with mint juleps.
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Cilantro: Way or No Way?
Way! Way! Way! Unfortunately, my husband hates it.
What to feed hubby who is in the DOGHOUSE?
Alright, I may be evil but the first thing that popped into my mind was the scene in Prince of Tides where the wife feeds the husband a can of warmed-up Alpo after he complains about the dinner she has made. Do you have any dog food on hand? (Altho your house may smell awful after heating it up!)
Cocktail party stuffed mushrooms
Mix cream cheese into Italian sausage as you cook it. Then use the mixture to stuff the mushrooms. Easy and yummy.
Cook the Book: 'Martha Stewart's Cooking School'
It's got to be her pate brise. I've made it so often, I don't need the recipe any longer.
Kitchen Duty: My most dreaded and detested task is _____.
OK, I don't know if this counts, but I hate cleaning the floor. It has to get to a disgraceful stage before I clean it. Otherwise, anytime spent in the kitchen is FUN!
Does Your Grocery Store Have You Crying Tears of Joy?
If you live in the California central valley, it has to be the Nugget. It's a small chain, family-owned. Not only do they have all the things you hope for in a great grocery store (great produce, wide cheese selection, fresh sushi, and a real butcher), but their customer service is GREAT. We moved to Davis, CA from San Francisco 8 years ago and I was worried about what we would find - we spend a lot of time cooking and my closest friend is a professional cook. So it was a relief to find the Nugget literally 2 minutes from our house. Finally, they are ranked 13th!!! on Forturne magazines best places to work list. I tell my kids (ages 4 and 8) that they should work there when they are old enough.
I know this sounds like a plug for the chain but I don't work there - I'm really just a loyal, loyal customer.
Alien Fruits and Vegetables
The most exotic is probably rambutan - I lived in Kuala Lumpur as a kid. I actually like mangosteen better but it seems less "exotic" since I've been reading about people buying it in Canada. Does the US embargo it for some reason? Does anyone know?
SSSooooo....what did you REALLY eat last night???
We had a mini-Thanksgiving dinner: turkey, dressing, mashed pots., green beans, apple pie. Had friends over to watch the returns and it felt like a night to give thanks - that is until Calif. Prop. 8 failed. We're still thankful.
Whole Wheat flour in sugar cookies?
Well, I made the cookies with half ww flour and half white flour and they tasted better than usual! The texture was fine, too. Just thought I'd let you know! Thanks for the suggestions.
Pumpkin recipes?
The Spiced Pumpkin Bread recipe on Epicurious is one of their most frequently searched and top-rated ones. I don't know how to link it here but have made it several times and it's very good.
Butterscotch Pudding: Searching for the Perfect Recipe
I, too, love butterscotch pudding and looked for a recipe about a year ago but to no avail. Can't wait to try out yours!
What are your coffee shop expectations?
Really good pancakes. They have to be better than the ones I make at home. If we go out to breakfast, at least half the family orders pancakes. Also, a good cup of coffee and decent bacon. Quick, friendly service also keep us coming back to our local coffee shop. We can usually get in and out in 45 minutes. It's very good and inexpensive. What more could you ask for?
Where Should I Eat/Shop in San Francisco?
Lucca's delicatessen on Chestnut Street in the Marina is Great. Go there, assemble a picnic lunch and then walk over to the beach by Crissy field and marvel at the beauty of the Bay: the blue water, the GG Bridge, Alcatraz, the sail boats, etc. Can't beat it.
Zucchini, I want to like you!
I always thought zucchini was OK but then I tried Smitten Kitchen's recipe called "My Favorite Side Dish." Heat a couple of teaspoons of olive oil, sautee some blanched or chopped almonds in the oil. Then add zucchini cut either in coins or matchsticks and cook just until warm. Truly delicious!
Pickled shrimp
I made pickled shrimp for a cocktail party last summer. They were great but the recipe came from a neighbor's cookbook (Houston Jr. League circa 1975) so, unfortunately, I don't have the recipe. Wish I had kept a copy because I would make them again.
In Videos: MC Elemental Raps About Tea in 'Cup of Brown Joy'
This is hilarious! I love tea and drank it instead of coffee for 15 years. I'm back to coffee - very sad to say it - because tea started to taste "off" to me. I like it with whole milk but now it always tastes a little sour to me. Rats! I'd much rather drink tea because I don't get jitters from it and because it's so civilized. The whole ritual is comforting; it's great to slow down for a few minutes; etc.
Eating and hanging out in Sacramento
Well, I live in Davis - 11 miles from dowtown Sac. and I can make a couple of suggestions. The Davis Farmers' Market is on both Saturdays and Wednesdays. Since you're probably not in town on Saturday mornings, take yourself to the Wednesday evening market. It starts at 4 and several local restaurants set up booths. If you like Indian food, try Khatmandu Kitchen. The Mustard Seed is also the best restaurant in town so their booth is a good bet. Or just go to the Mustard Seed itself. It's small, quaint and the food is very good.
In Sacto itself, Zelda's (a bar) has excellent Chicago style pizza. You have to pay cash. Skip Bibad's; way overrated. Ernestos is good for Mexican food. The Waterboy is OK but expensive. Spataros is good, too. Hope this helps!
The Best Fried Chicken Recipe Ever?
This sounds like a once-a-year recipe. Too good to pass up but too unhealthy to make often. I'm thinking 4th of July. . .
vegetables for breakfast
Grilled (broiled) tomatoes. Mmm Mmm Mmm.
What are you known for?
Mocha muffins . . . frosted with a lot of chocolate frosting.
Jerzee, where are you? I'd like to your answer to this question!
SE users: please introduce yourselves.
I am 45 years old and am feeling quite cool to be in the company of so many 20-somethings. I have two boys, ages 7 and 4, and one hungry husband. I live in Davis Calif. where the University of Calif. had its original 'farm school.' Food is a big deal here - lots of CSA, organic, local food - but strangely no great restaurants.
I lived in Kuala Lumpur as a kid and have traveled throughout most of southeast Asia and through western Europe. I love Asian food (am still searching for the right marinade for satay) and French, and Italian, and ...
well, you get the picture.
I am trying to keep our diet as healthy as possible - so no prepared foods (well, OK, I don't bake our bread and I buy pasta). I feel very lucky that my kids are adventurous eaters (they love mussels and tonight we had linguine with white clam sauce which they gobbled up!). I love food and look forward to meals all day long. I also love variety so I like to cook food from many different cultures. Wonder what will be on tomorrow's menu!
PS I wish Jerzee Tomato would post here - I love reading her comments!
Dream Kitchen Gadgets
A machine which would set the table for me and do all the clean up - including the floor (I have two small kids) - after!
More realistically, I like the measuring cup idea.
RADISH. Love it OR Leave it??
Radishes are great in a salad dressed with Ranch dressing. Other than that I've struggled to find them yummy. I've heard the French eat them on bread with butter but haven't tried it. Has anyone else?
Zucchini Ideas?
Check out the entry, "my favorite side side dish," on the Smitten Kitchen blog. She sautees almonds and then just barely cooks zuchinni with the almonds. It is DELICIOUS and fast and easy. The recipe calls for cutting the zucchini into matchsticks but I never take the time to do that, just slice the zucchini. Try it, you won't regret it!
I could eat my weight in ____
cherries, cheese . . . but not together!
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Way! Way! Way! Unfortunately, my husband hates it.