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Cookbook for an 11 year old?

my daughter started off with teens cook, it's written by teenage sisters one a vegetarian... and their mom is a cook. http://www.amazon.com/Teens-Cook-How-What-Want/dp/1580085849

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chai tea?

cost plus world market carried it. you can also order it online http://www.oregonchai.com.

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Cook the Book: 'Urban Italian'

i don't think it's too much of a twist but my uncle george makes us gnocchi and serves it with a red duck sauce.

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What's your favorite candy-box chocolate?

@ feriorrenna... those are called scotchmallows.... the only see's candy i eat.

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From Talk

Cookbook for an 11 year old?

my daughter started off with teens cook, it's written by teenage sisters one a vegetarian... and their mom is a cook. http://www.amazon.com/Teens-Cook-How-What-Want/dp/1580085849

From Talk

chai tea?

cost plus world market carried it. you can also order it online http://www.oregonchai.com.

From Serious Eats

Cook the Book: 'Urban Italian'

i don't think it's too much of a twist but my uncle george makes us gnocchi and serves it with a red duck sauce.

From Talk

What's your favorite candy-box chocolate?

@ feriorrenna... those are called scotchmallows.... the only see's candy i eat.

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looking to join a blog

check out my blog, there is contact info there... if you like what you see.

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Proud Cooking Moments

when i first learned how to make an omelet. just this year.

From Serious Eats

Dispatch from Slow Food Nation: Looking Forward

these were the same problems i had with it... also some people in a workshop i attended who were very disrespecting of mexican markets[insert finger quotes] and other areas of california.

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An Open Letter to Alice Waters and the Good Folks at Slow Food Nation

i am going to the charcuterie workshop. it's suppose to among other things address how it help to save a family business. i really wanted to go to the workshop about throwing a four course dinner for four for under 50 dollars. there are a lot of points that ed talks about that are very valid and i am interested to see how slow food addresses them. i'll report back on sunday!

From Talk

Blueberry allergy

my sister only had blueberries once and that happened to her, she also had lots of swelling and hives.

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Food OCD

i really don't have a food ocd but my grandfather has one that cracks me up. you CAN NOT cut a stick of butter crooked. it better be straight, not at an angle, not sliced horizontally from the top. it better be perfect and without any crumbs on the stick of butter or there is hell to pay.

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Are you an impulsive cook?

i am an impulsive cook... even though i plan and plan and write out a menu, i still make whatever comes to my mind...case in point is right now...

@black olive... would you mind sharing your recipe for the cherry walnut upside down cake?

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how many aprons

i have 5 aprons... 2 are from a chef i used to know... 1 was custom made by my kids teacher it's embroidered with evil chef mom on the front. another is also custom made that looks totally retro. i need to wear pearls and vacuum in heels to wear it! the other is just a plain ol' apron!

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A Less Inflamatory Question about Cook's Illustrated's PR snafu

well said, chaos. i'm really quite angry at this whole affair. Melissa is a good egg and if you really need the post carefully to understand what happened. I hope the Serious Eats will do a copyright and trademark post. When does a recipe become your own, how many modifications need to be made. I mean everyone has a potato salad recipe. If CI takes recipes from sources and modifies it to make their own recipe, aren't they doing the same thing? I really don't want to start an arguement or any trouble but I really would like know. When I have food questions one of the first places I come to is Serious Eats. If they can't address this topic who will?

From Talk

popsicles, drumsticks, and ice cream sandwiches... oh my!

i forgot to answer my own question... i like cocnut or strawberry paletas.

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Okay, What is for Dinner Tonight?

@stripeychef... i love smitten kitchen recipe's for pizza dough. they always turn out well.

i'm having peppers and sausage pasta and some homemade focaccia.

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Tuesdays with Dorrie (TWD) and Other Baking Blog Circles

I'm in one that is all about the potato. You don't have to do the same recipe, you just have to post your favorite potato recipe every third Wednesday of the month.

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When you lose your mojo with your signature specialties...

i have had that happen to me... ugh, it's so depressing. believe it or not it happened to me with something as simple as a potato salad. i'm sure you'll find a new speciality soon and you can tell us all about it.

From Talk

what's your sure-fire beat the heat tips?

*banana, i'm in stockton, ca... not very far from you!

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what are you planning to eat for the fourth of july?

oops...i can't spell the fourth. my son's birthday is tomorrow and instead of bbq for his birthday dinner, he's asked for ravioli and an ice cream cake.

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Dinner Tonight: Spinach Strawberry Salad

I don't want to make anybody 'mad' but my recipe is on my blog.

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10 Things to Look For in a Cheese Shop

*jamie...I'm sorry. I didn't want that comment to turn into a bash about Cowgirl Creamery. I wanted to spend a lot of time and money there but the lack of customer service was dissapointing and I got a lot of #4 on your list.

*mmmargie...I know this isn't in SF but 'The Cheese Shop' in Carmel, Ca. has outstanding customer service. You could ask for their most expensive cheese and without blinking an eye they would let you try some and if they had to get a new wheel out, they would. My kids ask for different cheeses and they let them try whatever they whatever they want, knowing they are getting customers for life. My daughter takes her own spending money and blows it all there instead of anywhere else, all because they treat her like an adult.

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10 Things to Look For in a Cheese Shop

Cowgirls cheese girls in Point Reyes Station (where they actually make the cheese) were the rudest people I have ever met. I asked to try some cheese and also asked what was good and I got "just let me know when your ready to buy something." then they turned around and finished their conversation about a co-worker.

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Ballpark Food: Home Runs and Strike Outs

i also forgot... at at&t, they have something called a cha-cha bowl named after hall of famer, Orlando Cepeda... jerk chicken, black bean, rice, and a vareity of salsas. that's really good, so good i made it at home. how many times do you want to cook food that you had at a game?

From Talk

Cookbook for an 11 year old?

We have loved everything we've made from the River Cottage Family Cookbook, which is not goofy and kid-ish but is appropriately simple for younger chefs: http://www.amazon.com/River-Cottage-Family-Cookbook/dp/1580089259

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Cookbook for an 11 year old?

Eat Fresh Food: Awesome Recipes for Teen Chefs
by Rozanne Gold, Phil Mansfield (Illustrator)

From Talk

Cookbook for an 11 year old?

thanks mama! i never knew i could do this: ♠♣♥♦☤☟✒☃

or this: ₧ ₫ ₣

or this! ➸➹➽↵⇒

this is $‰§¶‡ing awesome.

i ♥ you, you make the day ☀!!!

From Talk

Cookbook for an 11 year old?

I second the recommendations of Emeril's "There's A Chef In My Soup" and "There's A Chef In My Kitchen." They have been my go-to gifts for kids who have a little experience with chopping, measuring, and everyone has loved them. And the recipes are very good too - the family will appreciate them.

I don't yet have the Pioneer Woman's cookbook, but I've been a fan of her blog, and I agree that the photos and friendly chatter will make it a safe bet too.

From Talk

Cookbook for an 11 year old?

I'd consider How to Cook Without a Book by Pam Anderson.

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Cookbook for an 11 year old?

I would highly recommend Emeril Lagasse's "There's a chef..." series of books. Very well written for kids and adults.

http://www.amazon.com/Emerils-Theres-Chef-Recipes-Everyone/dp/0688177069/ref=sr_1_16?ie=UTF8&s=books&qid=1257543662&sr=8-16

From Talk

Cookbook for an 11 year old?

Annabel Karmel also has some great books - I believe she also has one for older children.

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Cookbook for an 11 year old?

When I was younger I used to cook and bake with my friend and we used her copy of the better homes and gardens cookbook

From Talk

Cookbook for an 11 year old?

I just got my daily e-mail from ecookbooks.com, and included in it today was The Silver Spoon for Children: Favorite Italian Recipes. Here's part of what the e-mail said: "The Silver Spoon for Children is one of the best books geared to children in the kitchen that we have seen! Specially adapted from the bestselling classic, The Silver Spoon, this edition presents more than 40 quick, wholesome and easy-to-make Italian recipes that children aged 8 and above will love to cook and eat. For more information, and two recipes from The Silver Spoon for Children, visit our special webpage here: http://www.ecookbooks.com/t-Silver-Spoon-for-Children-Phaidon.aspx "

I checked the webpage out and the recipes sounded simple and delicious, the illustrations are very cute and instructive. Check it out. Good luck!

From Talk

Cookbook for an 11 year old?

Thanks PoorOldMama.
I ❤ you too! ☺

From Talk

Cookbook for an 11 year old?

@CJ McD--I have magical powers!! Or I go to the top of my screen and click on Edit-down to Special Characters. Then I can add all sorts of cool things--☃☞✂✌. (When in the characters section go to miscellaneous and one must choose the item and then hit insert).❉❅❇. Have fun. (I actually think its a bit like being a 5th grade girl again and making hearts over your i's).

From Talk

Food blogs

Cocina Savant
http://cocinasavant.blogspot.com/
Avid husband and wife cooking team exploring new ideas and twists on traditional cooking form different cultures.

From Talk

Do you blog? What's your URL?

Cocina Savant
http://cocinasavant.blogspot.com/
Weekly pictures, recipes, and thoughts from a husband and wife who love books and cooking for each other.

From Talk

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

From Serious Eats

Top 10 Awesome Nostalgic Foods We Want Back

I miss the S'mores cookies and Fudgies, the little Kraft chewy candies in a gold wrapper. Does anyone remember the cereal, Double-Dip Crunch? I was like a "frosted" Crispix. Mmmmm!!! Oh, and the Quacker "strawberry" snack/dessert bars that looked like Nutri-Grain but had a little "squiggle" of white "icing" on top. I'm hungry now.

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Eating for Two: What to Eat While Pregnant

I know it's been a year since you wrote this, but I typed in "what to eat while pregnant", and this came up. I was wondering how everything was going with the new baby? We have sooo much in common, it's strange.
Anyway, thank you for easing my mind. I have been eating these chocolate, peanut butter crispy meltaway candies I make like crazy. I justify it by the fact they are organic chocolate and natural peanut butter and high in fiber. LOL. I'm only @ 2 months along. I found out on May 26th I'm pregnant. I'm due January 29th, 2010. I am trying to stay away from the place in my town that makes the best chocolate malt PB milkshakes. Not an easy task, I pass it a few times a week. Well thank you again for the info, I'd love to hear more. :) T.

From Talk

What childhood foods have you outgrown?

These stories have been so heartfelt that they propelled me to make this a topic of discussion amongst my class.

From Serious Eats

Top 10 Awesome Nostalgic Foods We Want Back

This is hysterical - I have been trying to enlighten my fiance on the yumminess of Magic Middle cookies (apparently he was sheltered and never tried them) and he just doesn't get it. I guess if you never tried one, you wouldn't know what you were missing, but still. Also, LOVED Crystal Pepsi!!! Was it really only out for one year? That's surprising - I thought it was fairly popular in my little neck of the woods.

From Talk

chai tea?

Okay it came to me, the other Chai that I love is called Morningstar, great chai.

From Talk

chai tea?

I started out drinking the Oregan chai years ago but now I don't like it, too sweet. I like the Tazo or Sun something I can't remember the name, it has a wonderful spicy bite to them. Love them. When you make some chai please let us know how it turns out.

From Talk

chai tea?

Here's a recipe I've used with great success. It's delicious!

Ingredients:
-1 tsp. ground cardamom
-1 tsp. ground ginger
- 1/2 tsp. cinnamon
-1/2 tsp. ground cloves
-1/2 tsp. ground nutmeg or grated nutmeg
-1 (14 oz.) can condensed milk (sweetened or unsweetened)
-strong black tea or herbal tea (regular or decaf)

Directions:
1. Pour condensed milk and spices into the blender and blend on high speed for a few seconds until the milk looks evenly "flecked" with spices.
2. Pour mixture into a clean jar or container with a lid.
3. Refrigerate for at least 24 hours.
4. Alternatively, pour mix into ice cube trays and freeze.
5. To use concentrate: Brew a strong black tea or strong herbal tea of your choice.
6. Stir in 1 frozen concentrate cube or 1/2 to 2 teaspoons of chai concentrate mix per cup of freshly steeped tea.
7. Frozen cubes will keep up to one year in the freezer if you pop them out of the trays and store in freezer bags.
8. Concentrate will keep in the refrigerator for up to 3 weeks.

From Talk

chai tea?

I've tried this recipe because it's meant to taste just like Oregon Chai. And, it does! http://www.chai-tea.org/rec/rec110.html

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popsicles, drumsticks, and ice cream sandwiches... oh my!

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what's your sure-fire beat the heat tips?

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what are you planning to eat for the fourth of july?

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Waffles vs. Pancakes

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Something a little more exotic...

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What's your favorite soup?

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