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The Perfect Scoop: Grassroots Tortilla Chip Innovation

It's not reaching, it's actually quite an elegant solution to a common problem. However, I'd be shocked if several people haven't already been doing this for years and would be surprised it's taken the rest of us this long to figure it out.

Good work Dan, now someone get me some guacamole!!

Where to Drink Beer in Philadelphia: The Best Beer Bars

Eulogy in Old City has a huge list, informed bar tenders and delicious food as well.

Pie of the Week: Blueberry-Blackberry Pie with Pretzel Crust

I love blueberry-blackberry pie, especially with the addition of zesty housefly.

Seriously, edit that picture.

Bar Eats: Explore the Wilds of Wisconsin at Will's Northwoods Inn

Moose knuckles? I can't tell if the owners are delightfully cheeky or whoefully ignorant of common slang.

Spotted: Elevated Rice Krispy Treats in San Francisco

Gussied up Rice Krispy Treats are such an easy way to have fun in the kitchen, everyone should have their own 'special' version. I do weird versions a lot but I always come back to my perfect standard: Chocolate. Just add 1 1/2 tablespoon of unsweetened cocoa powder and a 1/4 tsp kosher salt to the regular recipe. So good I can't stop eating them, plus they're not as sweet if you dig that sort of thing.

Faux Cubano Grilled Cheese Sandwiches

I dub thee: Fauxbano.

Scaling Up Pie Recipes

I've made pie in 18x13" half sheet pans (I included link at the end because I love these pans) and it worked fine by just doubling my regular deep dish recipe. The only real tip I can relay is to resist the urge to make your filling layer too thick or you'll overcook your edges while leaving the center al dente. That's why these pans are so perfect, they physically prevent you from overfilling.

I also did not attempt to double crust here, rather I folded over the generous excess dough I'd left myself so it resembled a rectangular galette in the end. I do a high/low heat strategy, for this I think I did 425 for the first 15 minutes and then 375 for an hour or so, until it looked done. I recall it was perfectly delicious. Good luck!

http://www.therestaurantstore.com/18-x-13-18-Gauge-Half-Size-Aluminum-Bun-Sheet-Pan/407BUNHALF.html

Dear Oreo, What In The What Are You Thinking?

As for the dumb "Shure, Bert" name, it seems they are trying to go after the Ben & Jerry fanbase?

Dear Oreo, What In The What Are You Thinking?

I love Oreos, LOVE THEM, but there's no way in hell I'm trying any of these wacky ass flavors. The farest I'll stray is Vanilla Oreos, which are pretty damn good.

The only classic cookie variation I've really fallen in love with is the Triple Berry Newtons, which Nabisco appears to have discontinued (of course). They apparently still sell them at Walmart, go get yourself a package stat (but only if you don't live in central Pa)!

Gadgets: Ball Dry Herb Storage Jars

This is brilliant, I have the same trouble with jarring my own herbs, and buying individual shakers with airtight seals gets old at $5 a pop. I will be buying these, thank you!!

Grilled Cheese with Bacon, Tomato, and Avocado

I don't know how I've gone my whole life without making this, but that will be corrected shortly. Avocado and cheddar do go well together, but I wonder what other cheese could up the interesting factor. Maybe something nutty like gruyere?

For the record, you should make yourself a cheddar, avocado, and bacon (just a little bit) quesadilla with hot sauce and ranch on the side for dipping. My favorite.

Video: The Food Lab's Foolproof Hollandaise in 2 Minutes

You do want that hand blender, it makes certain tasks a million times faster and easier.

This is awesome Kenji, I will have to give it a shot!

Pie of the Week: Brandied Peach Almond Pie

Please don't take this personally but that has got to be one of the most unappetizing lead pics I've seen on Serious Eats.

11 Awesome, Occasionally Bizarre Restaurant and Bar Bathrooms in NYC

I really, really want that wallpaper.

This was awesome, you guys should do a weekly feature of the weirdest/coolest restaurant bathroom you can find.

Deep Fried Chicago: Little Goat Diner

I was sort of on board until she, a professional chef, decided to name something on her menu a "sammich."

Deal breaker.

Serious Eats Chicago Visits Ed Debevic's So You Don't Have To

I see the waitstaff have on their pieces of flair...

Reality Check: Pepperoni and Bacon Pizzaburger from Boston Pizza

I'm sorry you had to eat that nasty thing, but you wrote a damned amusing review if it's any consolation.

Pizza Hut Debuts 'Crazy Cheesy Crust'

I despise Pizza Hut's "cheese." I'm sure it's real enough since they can legally call it "cheese" as opposed to "cheez" or "cheese product," but it still tastes like salty, dairy flavored plastic to me. Can't imagine someone wanting to eat literal cups full of it as would be the case with this latest monstrosity.

Let's Get Chip-Faced: New Kettle Brand Chip Flavors, Maple Bacon and Sweet & Salty

I like Kettle brand chips, and I am one of those who drags their bacon through the syrup that drips off their pancakes, so will be trying those maple bacons stat.

Ditto on the kettle corn, it smells sort of good I guess, but it just doesn't jive on my tongue.

A Sandwich a Day: Croque Madame at La Farm Bakery in Cary, NC

I can only hope it's as delicious as this one looks.

A Sandwich a Day: Croque Madame at La Farm Bakery in Cary, NC

Naturally, this is no knife-and-fork affair...

Please edit to correctly read, "naturally, this is a knife-and-fork affair." I pity the fool who tries to pick this up and eat it sans utensils, although I would like the photos to laugh at.

Cereal Rant: Why Buzzfeed Is Wrong, These Cereals Should Not Be Obliterated

Rice Krispies Treats Cereal is so ridiculously good that I swear I spent at least one of my high school years eating nothing but it and 2% milk. I agree with everything else you said as well, although I could never get into Life cereal for some reason.

Want Real Eggs at McDonald's? Just Ask!

I live in central PA and the breakfast eggs at McD's ALWAYS come like your special "round egg" request, without having to make said request. The only 'folded egg' I ever see is at BK or Dunkin Doughnuts. That's interesting, apparently NYC McD's are doing different eggs than here in PA.

Taste Test: Every Flavor of Combos

Every article of yours I read, I fall further in lurv...

Anyway, each year my husband and I drive to Florida to visit family, one straight 15+ hour shot. There are ALWAYS Combos involved, among other, terrible but awesome gas station snacks. My favorite is the cheddar "cheese" cracker. I don't care for the pretzel ones, can't taste the cheese with all that going on. He likes the pizza flavored ones (gross).

Note: southern gas stations have more interesting snacks (plus booze) but northern gas stations tend to have cleaner bathrooms (and better coffee).

I did not need to know about the beaver butt thing. Or maybe I did, because now I can make fun of my man for always eating raspberry flavored gummy snacks.

The Pizza Lab: The Best French Bread Pizza

Oh my god man...this looks so good!!

Need Recommendations: Cooking for 12 in Florida Keys

I've got a few ideas, but want to know what all you fabulous people think.

The hubs and I get to tag along with his parents on a week long vacation to the Florida Keys. 8 other family members will be there as well. We are staying in a rented house, so there will be a fully functional kitchen, and hopefully a grill.

His parents wouldn't accept any money from us toward the rental, and suggested that instead we either take everyone out to eat or make a meal one night. I'd rather do the cooking option, as we are not flush with cash right now.

So, what would you suggest as a meal for 12 mostly southerners, keeping cost under $175. There will be plenty of seafood other nights, so this is not a requirement. My mother-in-law specifically requested my mango salsa, so that will be one element. I am very good in the kitchen, don't need beginner stuff.

Thanks in advance!

Annoying Lunch Habits of Coworkers

Does anyone else work with an inconsiderate jerk that is too lazy to practice good public eating habits? Maybe they insist on reheating fish in the company microwave everyday, or perhaps you have a lunch thief, or maybe you've got one of these:

The Audible Eater: This particular jerk talks to himself constantly throughout the day, but especially at lunch. He'll 'hmm' and 'aw' at whatever the heck he's reading online, and remark on the inadequacy of his meal. However, what really gets me is that he chews with his mouth open, smacking his lips and making me cringe with disgust. Then every single day after he finishes masticating his feed bag he'll whip out a pack of those super hard pretzels, takes him about 20 minutes to gnaw his way through them. All of it drives me crazy, I can't explain it and I can't escape it.

Please share so I can silently laugh myself through this unending day.

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