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Seriously Delicious Holiday Giveaway: The Sriracha Lover's Ultimate Gift Pack

I know just the cock to give that apron to if I win.

bookscooks at 3:19PM on 01/03/12

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Cook the Book: 'Ruhlman's Twenty'

I agree with think: read a recipe from start to finish and have your mise ready before starting to cook. But for pure technique, I go with roasting. Roasting can accomplish just about anything.

bookscooks at 1:39PM on 09/26/11

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Seriously Delicious Holiday Giveaway: Truffle Lovers Pasta

The only way I can stand eggs is with truffle in them. There's no way to describe the flavor and aroma other than it gives me animal lust.

bookscooks at 4:32PM on 01/11/11

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Seriously Delicious Holiday Giveaway: Zingerman's Praise the Lard Gift Box

The first time I had mangalitza.

bookscooks at 6:36PM on 12/17/10

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Help with Favorites and Saved Recipes

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All-Belly Porchetta

Posted by J. Kenji López-Alt, December 6, 2011 at 9:10 AM

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Cook the Book: Rabbit Stew with Dumplings

Posted by Adam Kuban, February 19, 2008 at 3:15 PM

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No-Waste Tacos de Carnitas with Salsa Verde

Posted by J. Kenji López-Alt, July 30, 2010 at 8:00 AM

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Real Deal Kung Pao Chicken

Posted by J. Kenji López-Alt, June 30, 2010 at 2:00 PM

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bookscooks answered "No way!" to Anchovies on pizza: Way or no way?

Poll posted by Adam Kuban, January 24, 2011 at 8:55 AM

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bookscooks answered "I buy seedless watermelon to avoid this." to How Do You Eat Your Watermelon?

Poll posted by Lingbo Li, July 7, 2010 at 9:00 AM

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bookscooks answered "Yes" to Patty Melt: Is it a Burger?

Poll posted by Robyn Lee, July 1, 2010 at 9:45 AM

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bookscooks answered "Yes" to Do you toast your Pop-Tarts?

Poll posted by Lingbo Li, June 16, 2010 at 9:00 AM

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bookscooks got 50% correct on Quiz: How Much Do You Know About Cheese?

Quiz posted by Joan Fang, July 5, 2010 at 6:00 PM

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Quiz posted by Katie Quinn, April 26, 2010 at 1:45 PM

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Quiz posted by Katie Quinn, January 19, 2010 at 11:30 AM

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Recent Comments

From Serious Eats

Seriously Delicious Holiday Giveaway: The Sriracha Lover's Ultimate Gift Pack

I know just the cock to give that apron to if I win.

bookscooks at 3:19PM on 01/03/12

From Serious Eats

Cook the Book: 'Ruhlman's Twenty'

I agree with think: read a recipe from start to finish and have your mise ready before starting to cook. But for pure technique, I go with roasting. Roasting can accomplish just about anything.

bookscooks at 1:39PM on 09/26/11

From Serious Eats

Seriously Delicious Holiday Giveaway: Truffle Lovers Pasta

The only way I can stand eggs is with truffle in them. There's no way to describe the flavor and aroma other than it gives me animal lust.

bookscooks at 4:32PM on 01/11/11

From Serious Eats

Seriously Delicious Holiday Giveaway: Zingerman's Praise the Lard Gift Box

The first time I had mangalitza.

bookscooks at 6:36PM on 12/17/10

From Serious Eats

Gift Guide: For the Spice Enthusiast

Masala dabbas are brilliant - incredibly handy and useful, not to mention attractive.

And agreed on the slide show functionality in general. FINALLY no more loading of entire pages!

bookscooks at 9:36AM on 12/17/10

From A Hamburger Today

The Burger Lab: The Myth of The 12-Year-Old McDonald's Hamburger

I'm with you!

bookscooks at 9:45AM on 10/15/10

From Serious Eats

Cook the Book: 'Around My French Table'

I don't know about the best, but the most recent in Princeton was pretty amazing: the chef's table at elements the first night, and the Peacock Inn the second. I'm still full and that was nearly a month ago.

bookscooks at 5:27PM on 09/20/10

From Recipes

Cook the Book: Scallion, Radish, and Cucumber Salad with Cashews and Vermicelli

Would you recommend something in place of the sesame paste and the ginger syrup? A different dressing altogether? This looks like a great weeknight dish, except for the part about making three recipes, one of which takes two days.

bookscooks at 5:22PM on 05/04/10

From Serious Eats

Cook the Book: 'The Vegetarian Option'

Masala dosa!

bookscooks at 3:12PM on 05/03/10

From Talk

fresh ramps

If you are roasting a chicken, toss some ramps drizzled with olive oil around the bird and roast them with it.

bookscooks at 3:29PM on 04/26/10

From Serious Eats

Poll: Would You Eat the KFC Double Down Sandwich?

I only wish it was made by Popeye's.

bookscooks at 8:56AM on 04/13/10

From Serious Eats

Cook the Book: 'Molto Gusto'

Oddly enough, Otto in NYC.

bookscooks at 1:50PM on 04/12/10

From Talk

Help with Favorites and Saved Recipes

Aha, now I see. I always assume saved things are somewhere in a user's account. Thanks very much!

bookscooks at 4:11PM on 04/09/10

From Talk

Help with Favorites and Saved Recipes

Oh, as an aside, it's not a browser issue. It happens in both FF and IE8.

bookscooks at 2:38PM on 04/09/10

From Serious Eats

Cook the Book: 'Forgotten Skills of Cooking'

My co-worker's wife makes incredibly good soda bread. It will be the annual shake-him-down-for-the-secret-recipe holiday.

bookscooks at 1:30PM on 03/15/10

From Recipes

Rosemary Truffles

@resolutejc Um, the chocolate isn't melted. It gets melted in step 2.

In any event, the combination sounds delicious. Ingredients just need a little editing.

bookscooks at 4:34PM on 03/05/10

From Recipes

Rosemary Truffles

"1/2 an orange, finely zested"

Do you mean the peel of 1/2 of an orange?

bookscooks at 3:59PM on 03/05/10

From Serious Eats

Homepage Redesign: We're Listening

I really don't like scrolling over the photo to see the intro text for the lead articles. It's an unnecessary pain. I also can't get the hang of seeing what's new. I liked the old way where I'd scroll and get to the last article I read. I'm glad to see that SE is addressing these issues. I hope you do it quickly. In the future, you could launch a beta site alongside the regular look/feel to get people's feedback without springing such a big change on your devoted readers.

bookscooks at 2:59PM on 03/03/10

From Serious Eats

Cook the Book: 'Jamie's Food Revolution'

Roast chicken, roasted with potatoes, and steamed veg.

bookscooks at 1:28PM on 01/04/10

From Serious Eats

Seriously Delicious Holiday Giveaway: Charles Chocolates

Dark chocolate cake with raspberry jam layers.

bookscooks at 5:13PM on 12/26/09

From Serious Eats

Seriously Delicious Holiday Giveaway: D'Artagnan Boneless Heritage Ham

Gruyere, preferably melted.

bookscooks at 5:07PM on 12/24/09

From Serious Eats

StillTasty.com Launches an Apple iPhone App

This made me laugh so hard I have tears in my eyes.

bookscooks at 12:19PM on 12/17/09

From Serious Eats

Cook the Book: 'Nigella Christmas'

I don't remember any "beautiful" cookies, but I used to make some pretty dressed-up gingerbread people.

bookscooks at 1:17PM on 12/16/09

From Slice

Poll: How many slices is 'lunch'?

I agree with jesswalker and crazy_betty, Trilby. Two.

Gender has nothing to do with it. Sheesh.

bookscooks at 10:00AM on 12/16/09

From Serious Eats

Seriously Delicious Holiday Giveaway: Russ & Daughters Brunch Package

Bagels, of course!

bookscooks at 3:53PM on 12/11/09

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Help with Favorites and Saved Recipes

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From Recipes

All-Belly Porchetta

Posted by J. Kenji López-Alt, December 6, 2011 at 9:10 AM

From Recipes

Cook the Book: Rabbit Stew with Dumplings

Posted by Adam Kuban, February 19, 2008 at 3:15 PM

From Recipes

No-Waste Tacos de Carnitas with Salsa Verde

Posted by J. Kenji López-Alt, July 30, 2010 at 8:00 AM

From Recipes

Real Deal Kung Pao Chicken

Posted by J. Kenji López-Alt, June 30, 2010 at 2:00 PM

From Recipes

Cook the Book: Frankies' Meatballs

Posted by Caroline Russock, June 18, 2010 at 1:00 PM

From Recipes

Healthy & Delicious: Greek Yogurt Lemon Mousse

Posted by Kristen Swensson Sturt, May 24, 2010 at 10:45 AM

From Sweets

How to Make a Flaky Pie Crust

Posted by Kumiko Mitarai, May 17, 2010 at 8:00 AM

From Serious Eats

Critic-Turned-Cook Strikes Out At Ballpark Tasting

Posted by Leslie Kelly, April 8, 2010 at 3:15 PM

From Serious Eats

Your Supermarket's Fluorescent Lights Boost Nutrients in Spinach

Posted by Adam Kuban, March 9, 2010 at 11:30 AM

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Healthy & Delicious: Spinach and Artichoke Dip

Posted by Kristen Swensson Sturt, February 1, 2010 at 8:30 AM

From Recipes

The Crisper Whisperer: Cider-Braised Pork Tenderloin with Fennel, Carrot, and Apple Slaw

Posted by Carolyn Cope, December 8, 2009 at 8:00 AM

From Recipes

Dinner Tonight: Quick White Bean Stew with Swiss Chard and Tomatoes

Posted by Nick Kindelsperger, December 7, 2009 at 4:45 PM

From Recipes

Cook the Book: Lamb Burger

Posted by Caroline Russock, November 12, 2009 at 1:15 PM

From A Hamburger Today

Father & Son Chili Dogs and Burgers: An Undiscovered Gem in New Jersey?

Posted by Nick Solares, November 10, 2009 at 10:30 AM

From Serious Eats

The Food Lab: Perfect Boiled Eggs

Posted by J. Kenji López-Alt, October 9, 2009 at 11:45 AM

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Polls

From Slice

bookscooks answered "No way!" to Anchovies on pizza: Way or no way?

Poll posted by Adam Kuban, January 24, 2011 at 8:55 AM

From Serious Eats

bookscooks answered "I buy seedless watermelon to avoid this." to How Do You Eat Your Watermelon?

Poll posted by Lingbo Li, July 7, 2010 at 9:00 AM

From A Hamburger Today

bookscooks answered "Yes" to Patty Melt: Is it a Burger?

Poll posted by Robyn Lee, July 1, 2010 at 9:45 AM

From Serious Eats

bookscooks answered "Yes" to Do you toast your Pop-Tarts?

Poll posted by Lingbo Li, June 16, 2010 at 9:00 AM

From Serious Eats

bookscooks answered "Always." to Do you ask before eating off a friend's plate?

Poll posted by Lingbo Li, June 9, 2010 at 9:00 AM

From Serious Eats: New York

bookscooks answered "Don't mind: it's the same money either way. " to How Do You Feel About Cash-Only Restaurants?

Poll posted by Carey Jones, June 8, 2010 at 11:00 AM

From A Hamburger Today

bookscooks answered "Yes; what kind of person doesn't like burgers?" to Your Sweetheart Doesn't Like Burgers—Dealbreaker?

Poll posted by Robyn Lee, June 3, 2010 at 9:30 AM

From Serious Eats

bookscooks answered "String by string" to How Do You Eat String Cheese?

Poll posted by Erin Zimmer, May 19, 2010 at 9:30 AM

From Serious Eats: New York

bookscooks answered "Get a sitter. " to Kids at Fancy Restaurants: Yay or Nay?

Poll posted by Carey Jones, May 11, 2010 at 10:00 AM

From Slice

bookscooks answered "Way!" to Pineapple Pizza: Way or No Way?

Poll posted by Adam Kuban, May 10, 2010 at 6:30 AM

From Serious Eats

bookscooks answered "Still considering" to Are You Joining a CSA This Year?

Poll posted by Erin Zimmer, April 14, 2010 at 8:30 AM

From Serious Eats

bookscooks answered "Yes" to Would You Eat the KFC Double Down Sandwich?

Poll posted by Erin Zimmer, April 12, 2010 at 7:00 PM

From A Hamburger Today

bookscooks answered "Five Guys" to Whataburger vs. Five Guys

Poll posted by Robyn Lee, April 9, 2010 at 12:30 PM

From Serious Eats

bookscooks answered "Salty" to Are You a Sweet or Salty Breakfast Eater?

Poll posted by Erin Zimmer, April 7, 2010 at 9:00 AM

From A Hamburger Today

bookscooks answered "Sonic" to Chain Burger Brackets: Sonic vs. Carl's Jr.

Poll posted by Robyn Lee, April 1, 2010 at 12:00 PM

From Serious Eats

bookscooks answered "Pointy Ears" to Which Part of the Chocolate Easter Bunny Do You Eat First?

Poll posted by Erin Zimmer, March 25, 2010 at 7:30 PM

From Slice

bookscooks answered "Yes! " to Do you make pizza at home?

Poll posted by Adam Kuban, March 22, 2010 at 8:00 AM

From Serious Eats

bookscooks answered "Way" to Grocery store self-checkout lanes: way or no way?

Poll posted by Adam Kuban, March 9, 2010 at 8:50 PM

From Serious Eats

bookscooks answered "Diagonally" to How Do You Cut Your Sandwich?

Poll posted by Erin Zimmer, March 3, 2010 at 7:30 AM

From Serious Eats

bookscooks answered "Every last drop. Gone. Slurp. " to Do You Clean Your Plate?

Poll posted by Erin Zimmer, February 3, 2010 at 8:00 PM

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Quizzes

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bookscooks got 50% correct on Quiz: How Much Do You Know About Cheese?

Quiz posted by Joan Fang, July 5, 2010 at 6:00 PM

From Serious Eats

bookscooks got 50% correct on How Much Do You Know About Food TV and Its Personalities?

Quiz posted by Katie Quinn, April 26, 2010 at 1:45 PM

From Serious Eats

bookscooks got 62% correct on Winter Vegetables Quiz

Quiz posted by Katie Quinn, January 19, 2010 at 11:30 AM

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