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Mini Fruit Tarts

These are picture perfect. I want them.

awimmer at 5:23PM on 06/08/09

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Newspaper Food Sections Cutting Jobs; What Can Be Done?

I am a reporter at a small daily newspaper. My beat is education but I write for the food page on the side because it's something that interests me. Last week we lost yet another reporter so instead of writing for the food page, my efforts are now needed on other pages, my editors say.

Newspapers are a sad business to be a part of right now.

awimmer at 9:10PM on 09/07/08

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50 Blogs from 50 States

Wisconsin - htttp://www.aservingoflife.com

I'm from Oshkosh, Wisconsin and have been writing A Serving of Life for almost three years.

Eat up!

awimmer at 10:39AM on 05/24/08

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Cook the Book: 'Mario Batali Italian Grill'

Coca Cola.

Great for tenderizing and flavor. Plus, it's totally American.

awimmer at 10:31AM on 05/24/08

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From Photograzing

Mini Fruit Tarts

These are picture perfect. I want them.

awimmer at 5:23PM on 06/08/09

From Serious Eats

Newspaper Food Sections Cutting Jobs; What Can Be Done?

I am a reporter at a small daily newspaper. My beat is education but I write for the food page on the side because it's something that interests me. Last week we lost yet another reporter so instead of writing for the food page, my efforts are now needed on other pages, my editors say.

Newspapers are a sad business to be a part of right now.

awimmer at 9:10PM on 09/07/08

From Talk

50 Blogs from 50 States

Wisconsin - htttp://www.aservingoflife.com

I'm from Oshkosh, Wisconsin and have been writing A Serving of Life for almost three years.

Eat up!

awimmer at 10:39AM on 05/24/08

From Serious Eats

Cook the Book: 'Mario Batali Italian Grill'

Coca Cola.

Great for tenderizing and flavor. Plus, it's totally American.

awimmer at 10:31AM on 05/24/08

From Talk

Danger in the kitchen!

I do not have girl hands, let's just say that. I cringe at the thought of getting my nails done because I'd never want to attract attention to my scared hands. They're mostly from burns - you know, the usual - hitting my hand on the top of the oven, catching a hot pan with my bare arm or hand. Stupid, stupid things.

But seriously, I get so mad at pot holders because I have little hands and they are so huge and give me no movement so I use towels instead (BAD idea!).

Good luck with the hair, though. :)

awimmer at 2:36PM on 04/02/08

From Talk

What do you eat when you're feeling under the weather?

Breakfast for dinner always makes me feel good. Lots of eggs, hashbrowns (with hot sauce), even pancakes. I think I like it so much because my mom used to make breakfast for dinner when I was a kid.

awimmer at 5:02PM on 03/31/08

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Chili

I make chili in a similar way to the two already posted comments. I use usually a combination of ground meats - turkey, beef and pork. Lots of beans (kidney, black and chili beans), onions, peppers. Season with chili powder, lots of black pepper, salt and garlic.

And the secret ingredient - throw in a bottle of beer. Whatever you have in the fridge. It adds an amazing flavor. Let it come to a boil and reduce heat and simmer for 30-45 minutes. Serve with sour cream and cheese and corn chips and it will make your belly very happy.

awimmer at 5:00PM on 03/31/08

From Talk

Help me with my weekday dinners

Fajitas are good. You can mix them up a lot of different ways - steak, chicken, shrimp, with ranch sauce on top, etc.

I also really like tilapia. It's really good with just about any fresh herb or a fruit salsa on top. Plus, it's light and not that bad for you.

Oh, and when all else fails, make breakfast -- eggs, bacon, pancakes, sausage and biscuits and gravy - for dinner.

awimmer at 9:28PM on 03/26/08

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50 Blogs from 50 States

Hello Wisconsin. Wisconsin comfort foodie blogging from http://www.simplecomfortfood.com The domain name pretty much states it, however no deep fried cheese curds. There is the Friday night fish fry though

daxphillips at 7:53PM on 10/07/09

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Mini Fruit Tarts

oh my gosh - they look amazing...

YummyInTheCity at 1:39AM on 06/09/09

From Serious Eats

Newspaper Food Sections Cutting Jobs; What Can Be Done?

My husband and I read the local paper online but he insists on subscribing to it, only for the papers to pile up, unread, in the recycling bin. His reason -- and I agree -- is that we should pay for what we use. Several times he has written to the newspaper to suggest that they charge for full online access. But they don't get it... yet.

Sooner, rather than later, the old guard of newspaper publishers will figure out that paper and ink is as contemporary as wired telephones, modems and cassette machines.

lkasenter at 12:41AM on 09/08/08

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50 Blogs from 50 States

lo82070 I think I'll give myself a million dollars if I find one in Wyoming. :)

Amazingly, I just added one from Nebraska.

foodvox at 5:06PM on 06/10/08

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50 Blogs from 50 States

One of my favorite blog is based in both NYC and Ohio: www.thepauperedchef.com (2 writers, 1 in each state)

July at 7:42PM on 06/06/08

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50 Blogs from 50 States

Bueno gente... because Puerto Rico has been mentioned already, I have to include myself then. My blog is vegetarian, but I do write a lot about Puerto Rican Delicacies done with a vegetarian twist...

Precisely, today's post is about how Puerto Rico was featured yesterday in 3 US TV shows - The Martha Stewart Show, America's Next Top Model and the Top Chef finale...

Madelyn
KarmaFreeCooking

MadelynRodriguez at 2:34PM on 06/05/08

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50 Blogs from 50 States

I'll give you a million dollars* if you find a Wyoming-based food blog. Or, a Wyoming blog of any sort.

*(I really won't I just like to say that).

Actually, the only WY blog I've ever seen is a good one - not food-related though:

http://dailycoyote.blogspot.com/

lo82070 at 2:20PM on 06/05/08

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50 Blogs from 50 States

Mine is from Florida...I have a combo of reviews & recipes
http://natnibbles.blogspot.com

natalie2040 at 1:49PM on 06/05/08

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Cook the Book: 'Mario Batali Italian Grill'

Thank you all for participating! The winners this week are: ghinson, lisargold, LIRC, Provey, and AlbinoRockstar. You will also be notified by email.

Lucy Baker at 12:57PM on 05/29/08

From Serious Eats

Cook the Book: 'Mario Batali Italian Grill'

Pepper is a definate must. I love it.

donnak4 at 10:41PM on 05/26/08

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Cook the Book: 'Mario Batali Italian Grill'

Favorite grilling sauce is Veri Veri Teriyaki by Soy Vay. Good on beef, chicken...Even though it's the same sauce, it makes the proteins taste different.

lani97 at 9:01PM on 05/26/08

From Serious Eats

Cook the Book: 'Mario Batali Italian Grill'

I love using lemon-pepper. It works on chicken, steak and grilled veggies.

rlgrady at 6:48PM on 05/26/08

From Serious Eats

Cook the Book: 'Mario Batali Italian Grill'

spicy barbecue sauce :)

klp1965 at 3:38PM on 05/26/08

From Serious Eats

Cook the Book: 'Mario Batali Italian Grill'

Olive oil and fresh lemon juice with zest of lemon also

rosannepm at 3:25PM on 05/26/08

From Serious Eats

Cook the Book: 'Mario Batali Italian Grill'

Olive oil and garlic - I love garlic on everything.

sillelin at 3:21PM on 05/26/08

From Serious Eats

Cook the Book: 'Mario Batali Italian Grill'

Brown sugar and mesquite

Jessilyn24 at 2:15PM on 05/26/08

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Cook the Book: 'Mario Batali Italian Grill'

olive oil and cracked pepper

lisaray at 1:28PM on 05/26/08

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Cook the Book: 'Mario Batali Italian Grill'

Olive oil.

gkran at 1:15PM on 05/26/08

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Cook the Book: 'Mario Batali Italian Grill'

it would clearly have to be olive oil! MMM!

nat85 at 12:23PM on 05/26/08

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Cook the Book: 'Mario Batali Italian Grill'

I love Mcormick Spices

jo1brat at 12:00PM on 05/26/08

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50 Blogs from 50 States

Thanks for the new links, all. I've added them and have enjoyed reading each one!

A mini-vacation, and all without even having to face the gas pump. :)

foodvox at 11:20AM on 05/26/08

From Serious Eats

Cook the Book: 'Mario Batali Italian Grill'

Garlic, olive oil and salt

ScoobyPebb at 11:00AM on 05/26/08

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Cook the Book: 'Mario Batali Italian Grill'

Salt because it just makes everything taste better.

Notamama at 10:26AM on 05/26/08

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Cook the Book: 'Mario Batali Italian Grill'

McCormick Grill Mates Montreal Steak -- I see a lot of other people agree. This is hands down the best seasoning blend I have found. I use it all the time!

HSlater351 at 9:46AM on 05/26/08

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Cook the Book: 'Mario Batali Italian Grill'

I like to try all kinds of marinades, but a favorite easy one we often use is olive oil, soy sauce, citrus juice (a fresh lemon or lime, squeezed), and crushed garlic. Yum!

pancak at 9:43AM on 05/26/08

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About awimmer

Website: http://www.aservingoflife.com

Location: Oshkosh, Wisconsin

About: I cook and I write.

Favorite foods: Hashbrowns, hot sauce or a good steak. Chocolate, nonfat caramel lates and anything sour. Oh, and egg salad. I love me some good egg salad.

Last bite on earth: Either hashbrowns with hot sauce or a medium cooked steak with melted blue cheese on the top.