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Best TV Chef? Worst TV Chef?

I mourn the loss of James "The Urban Peasant" Barber. His show taught me so much about the joy of cooking, and was both an inspiration and a revelation. "It's your dinner!"

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I would advise a beginner cook to _____

Cut yourself a lot of slack. You're a beginner, after all.

To echo what Maureen said... watch cooking shows. The Urban Peasant (aka James Barber) taught me SO much. "It's your dinner!"

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What to pair with prosciutto-wrapped seabass?

I'd roast some root veg (parsnips, turnips, carrots) and figs. As for a replacement fish, try arctic char.

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Best TV Chef? Worst TV Chef?

I mourn the loss of James "The Urban Peasant" Barber. His show taught me so much about the joy of cooking, and was both an inspiration and a revelation. "It's your dinner!"

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I would advise a beginner cook to _____

Cut yourself a lot of slack. You're a beginner, after all.

To echo what Maureen said... watch cooking shows. The Urban Peasant (aka James Barber) taught me SO much. "It's your dinner!"

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What to pair with prosciutto-wrapped seabass?

I'd roast some root veg (parsnips, turnips, carrots) and figs. As for a replacement fish, try arctic char.

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Football Food

BUFFALO CHICKEN DIP

- 2 Cups Cooked Chicken, chopped
- 2 (8 ounce) pkgs Cream Cheese, softened
- 1 Cup Ranch Dressing
- ¾ Cup Franks Red Hot Sauce
- 1 ½ cups of Shredded Cheddar Cheese

Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Mix ingredients well and place the lot into an oven safe dish. Bake for 30 minutes. Serve with crackers, celery sticks or your favorite tortilla chips.

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Iron Chef and You

Chen Kenichi is still my favorite Iron Chef. I always liked how he'd say, "I'm not very familiar with this ingredient" right before every competition and STILL completely dominate. The Japanese IC was great.

As for US, I'd go against Mario in hopes that I could try his food.

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Anyone watching "Jamie at Home" on FN?

Last night's ep was just a sneak peek. The series premiere happens January 12th.

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Panini makers - frequent user advice sought

Got the Griddler for Christmas, and I've made panini, blueberry pancakes, grilled salmon, grilled asparagus and grilled chicken, so far. I've been very pleased with the results. As freddy said, the Griddler is very easy to use and clean.

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Anyone watching "Jamie at Home" on FN?

Love the show. Love what Jamie's all about. He reminds me of a younger version of James "The Urban Peasant" Barber.

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How did I not know about this? (I found an Asian Market nearby)

Coolname said it... wasabi peas! Such a delicious - and addictive - snack.

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Best weird taste combinations?

My wife loves French fries with mayo. As for me, I'll echo the deliciousness of Vosgue's Chocolate Bacon Bar.

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People just pretend to actually love macaroons, right?

For me, a macaroon should certainly be flavored and airy, but never crisp. I prefer them chewy and dipped in chocolate.

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What is a nice cup of tea?

A nice, smoky cup of Lapsang Souchong on a cold day is incredibly satisfying.

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Cook the Book: What a Baked Potato

Adam: You're welcome. Had them for the first time last weekend. They were a revelation!

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Mario Unclogged: How to Sauce Pasta

Another issue with soupy pasta comes from improper draining technique. Nothing worse than a plate of pasta under oceans of sauce surrounded by a moat of water.

In Mario I Trust.

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What's your favorite way to enjoy broccoli?

Sandro - Right on!

Also, I make a ricotta-walnut pasta that benefits greatly from some blanched (right in the pasta water!) broccoli.

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Chili beans. An oxymoron?

All I know is that, with or w/o beans, I'd like another bowl, please. And cornbread is definitely a required accompaniment. However, growing up, we always had peanut butter sandwiches with our bowls of chili. Crazy? Maybe, but it works.

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Website: http://thegazz.com/gblogs/bloginmysoup

Location: Charleston, West Virginia

About: I'm an adventurous, equal-opportunity consumer with no known food allergies who enjoys both dining out and cooking in. I also write a food blog for The Charleston Gazette's arts & entertainment website, which is known in these parts as The Gazz.com.

Favorite foods: Cheeseburgers, Pad Thai, Indian Curries, Pizza, Kibbi, Tamales

Last bite on earth: NY-Style Cheesecake with Blueberry Sauce