Essentials: Guacamole
I definitely second the shallot idea. It's like a little onion and a little garlic at the same time. Also, a generous dash of cayenne will give it a little kick.
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Rediscovering the Rickey
Pimm's #1 Cup with ginger ale and a slice of cucumber. Very very refreshing.
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I'm not sure that I'd put all the blame on the host. While Ted's a bit grating, it's the mute oompa-loompa food helpers who really put me off this show.
Cook the Book: Bobby Flay's Grill It!
Can I say Masuhiro Morimoto? That guy's awesome.
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This has become one of my favorite columns on Serious Eats. Great work!
Espresso on Ice Is Not OK, and Other 'Restaurant Policies'
If you take yourself and your coffee (too) seriously, you frequent establishments like Murky Coffee that take their craft and themselves just as seriously. To some people, it's not just a cup of coffee. From the barista's point of view, this guy is like the one who asks the waiter for ketchup to put on his filet mignon. So what if it's elitist? Don't go to a snobby coffee shop if you don't like coffee snobs.
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Definitely the delicious Suntown Sunbird. Hot and tasty!
Essentials: Collard Greens
I like to get the ham hock in the simmering water at least 30 or 40 minutes before the greens to make a kind of ham broth to cook them in. Don't forget the splash of hot pepper vinegar on the cooked greens for a little zip.
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Peter Reinhart is up there, and I've really enjoyed Michael Ruhlman's new Elements of Cooking book.
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Is the full recipe available somewhere? I think I might be able to recreate from the photos but maybe easier if it's written down?
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Essentials: Guacamole
I love all of these suggestions! I was schooled in guacamole when I lived in New Mexico and traveled extensively throughout Mexico. Now I live in Denmark and they only way to get good guac here is to make it myself. Some of my Danish friends seem to think that "authentic" guacamole contains creme fraiche. Oh the humanity!
Essentials: Collard Greens
Try fresh turkey wings instead of the smolked ham hock. I make my collards with and add salt, cayenne pepper, fresh garlic, red bell pepper and a touch of sugar. BTW do not cut out the middle stem as that gives extra fiber. Just roll and cut into ribbons. Cook & enjoy.
Essentials: Guacamole
I like to keep it simple, just avocados, lime juice, garlic, salt, pepper and a little cayenne to add some heat.
Cook the Book: Bobby Flay's Grill It!
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Cook the Book: Bobby Flay's Grill It!
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They are all good cooks, but my favorite is Paula Deen. Love her show. Thanks for the contest!
Cook the Book: Bobby Flay's Grill It!
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