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lakeloverhh

  • Location: Midwest
  • Favorite foods: I could never begin to think of just a few favorite foods a few categories would include: asian, italian, polish and most things my mother made when I was growing up.

Giveaway: Win A Limited Edition "Zelda Collection" from Jeni's Splendid Ice Creams

Bake the Book: Mad Hungry Cravings

Hungry Hunk Dinner Suggestions?

I have found that homemade bread really hits the mark. Maybe a hearty vegetable beef soup with fresh baked bread. I also think smsingrams idea of a Hungarian stew would be sure to impress especially if you made homemade drop dough noodles (that is what we call them in our family -- to most they would be called spaetzel(sp).

Seriously Delicious Holiday Giveaway: La Quercia's Pork Belly Heaven Package

What will YOU be cooking on Christmas Eve?

Homemade pirogies with browned butter and lots of black pepper, a huge salad and crusty bread with butter. Christmas cookies for dessert. The theme is butter.

Seriously Delicious Holiday Giveaway: Zingerman's Camp Bacon Gift Box

With eggs and toast.

Holiday Giveaway: The Amazing Thermapen Thermometer

My Thanksgiving Turkey.

Serious Eats Is Six: Happy Birthday to Us!

Happy Birthday SE!
Thank you for all of the wonderful information, recipes, taste tests and for providing an outlet for all of us who are crazy about food and the science of food. It is a wonderful site!

Seriously Delicious Holiday Giveaway: Counter Culture Coffee Subscription

with a little half and half

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

Pizza -- among other things.

Name Six Herbs/Spices

Cinnamon
Onion Powder
Dry Mustard
garlic Powder
Crushed red pepper

Seriously Delicious Holiday Giveaway: The Baking Steel

I love spicy italian sausage, mushrooms and onions.

Seriously Delicious Holiday Giveaway: La Quercia's Pork Belly Heaven Package

Least-Used Kitchen Gadgets?

A few that come to mind are the egg slicer and pastry blender.

Tomato Jam

I made a version of Tomato Jam from a blog called Kate in the Kitchen. I had an abundance of amazing tomoatoes and wanted to can something and I had seen Bitman's recipe but was not too sure of the the cinnamon and sugar. I wanted something more savory. I made a triple batch and I used 1/2 cup of sugar for 4 1/2 lbs of tomatoes. I switched up the herbs to use what I thought I would like. I used no pectin and no ginger. I cooked it for a long time and canned it. The texture is thick but a little looser than a jam. I had a small amount that didn't fit into the jars that I stired into some pasta and It was amazing. The lemon juice (I also added the zest) really added to the recipe.

Back button

I have been having the same problem. I would have to use the back button twice to get back to the main page. Today I had to use my history button becuse I would have had to click the back button five or more times. I am only having problems with this site. It is very annoying.

Knead the Book: Kneadlessly Simple

Pepperidge Farm White Bread

Knead the Book: 'The Italian Baker'

I made pizza this weekend.

Super Bowl Giveaway: 10-Pound Box of Pat LaFrieda Sliders

I will be spending it with friends and family at my parents' home. Hopefully I'll be bringing the sliders.

Seriously Delicious Holiday Giveaway: Southside Market Sausage, Chicken, and Steaks

Smoque in Chicago.

Knead the Book: 'The Fundamental Techniques of Classic Bread Baking'

Seriously Delicious Holiday Giveaway: Filet Mignon Roast from Pat LaFrieda Meats

11 Food and Drink Trends of 2011

I never used to see pork belly on menus -- now it is every where.

There seems to be a lot more people drinking bourbon. (I do love my bourbon -- It just has never been trendy before.)

I also think burgers with lots of toppings and or styles are everywhere.

Seriously Delicious Holiday Giveaway: Southside Market Sausage, Chicken, and Steaks

Smoque in Chicago.

Seriously Delicious Holiday Giveaway: Counter Culture Coffee Subscription

No More Posts (again)

I am getting the "No More Posts" message on the main page. This was happening a while ago, but I thought it was fixed. I hate to miss posts. Are other folks having the same issue?

No more posts.

I used to be able to scroll through multiple days posts on your main page. When I would reach the bottom of the page I could click on "more posts" and see old posts for multiple days. This is handy when I haven't been able to get on for a while and want to catch up with the posts. Now I can only access the "more posts" option a few times before I get a box stating "no more posts." How can I access older posts? (I used the word post a lot in this post.)

What are your favorite mail order gifts?

I am going to be sending a few people on my list mail order gifts. What are some of your favorite places to order from or what are the best gifts you have received.

One of the recipients has small children so I was thinking of one gift that would please both the small children and adults. I am thinking of something in the $50-$60 range.

Help! I have tons of pears.

I have a pear tree that is loaded with pears. I am not a big fan -- it is a texture thing for me. I have given a lot away, but have so many I feel I really should make a jam, chutney or something with them. Do you have any ideas on what I can do with all of these pears. I would really appreciate any recipes you have. Thanks.

Food Blog Award Nominees Announced

Yes, another blog awards competition. But this time, it's the Food Blog Awards, which focus solely on eats- and drinks-focused sites and allow for a certain level of specificity when it comes to voting divisions. After the jump, the full list of nominees, with links to their attendant polling pages. Lots of old and new voices in the mix. But do you see any obvious favorites missing? [via Kalyn]... More

The Best Bubbles: A Guide to Affordable Holiday Sparklers

On Fridays, Deb Harkness of Good Wine Under $20 drops by with Serious Grape. This week, the best in bubbles. Photograph from Gaetan Lee on Flickr I can't seem to get my fill of bubbles this time of year. The holidays seem a bit more special with some sparkle in them. Just in time for pre-dinner sipping, post-shopping relaxing, holiday brunch mixing—and of course toasting the New Year—I've got my buying guide for the very best, affordable bubbles in the market. None of these sparklers should be hard to find, and they will add a festive note to whatever you're doing, even if it's just wrapping gifts. NV Soligo Prosecco Brut (find this wine for $11-$18) Really well made with... More