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Snapshots from Italy: The Mother Of All Carrots
In India carrots are reddish and they are so much more sweeter and flavorful than the ones we get in the US.
Cook the Book: 'Almost Meatless'
Indian currys. If I have meat, I'll add it - if not there's no flavor lost if you replace the meat with beans.
i also make mushroom with the meat from just one or two sausages. the mushrooms provide most of the meatiness but I like the flavor that sweet italian sausage gives.
Seriously Delicious Super Bowl Party Giveaway: Snow's Barbecue Brisket
don't make it yellow
make it be from lexington
that is the great snow
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I may be hosting my boyfriend's vegetarian parents this year so I'm eyeing that acorn squash lasagna!
Snapshots from Italy: The Mother Of All Carrots
In India carrots are reddish and they are so much more sweeter and flavorful than the ones we get in the US.
Cook the Book: 'Almost Meatless'
Indian currys. If I have meat, I'll add it - if not there's no flavor lost if you replace the meat with beans.
i also make mushroom with the meat from just one or two sausages. the mushrooms provide most of the meatiness but I like the flavor that sweet italian sausage gives.
Seriously Delicious Super Bowl Party Giveaway: Snow's Barbecue Brisket
don't make it yellow
make it be from lexington
that is the great snow
Seriously Delicious Holiday Giveaway: D'Artagnan Boneless Heritage Ham
Ham, mayo, mustard and a fried egg on top.
Seriously Delicious Holiday Giveaway: Southside Market Sausage
I've never had bbq outside of NYC (sad I know) so I'll say Hill Country for the brisket.
Seriously Delicious Holiday Giveaway: Edible Chocolate Box from Charles Chocolates
salty & chocolatey! chocolate covered preztel sticks or potato chips definitely!
Seriously Delicious Holiday Food Giveaway: Russ & Daughters
poached egg on a toasted and buttered english muffin.
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I can't wait to try the brussel sprouts with bacon next week!
New York vs. New Jersey on 'How I Met Your Mother'
i personally love the himym blogging here! but i hope ted's not riding njtransit in the lower right image - it doesn't look anything like that.
John's Pizzeria in Jersey City, New Jersey
i've been to john's twice (though it was in june/july I believe) and i want to believe that they were still ironing out the kinks. our pizza was lackluster, like yours, but on top of that the service was slow and the second time the AC was broken during a heat wave. I know they can't help mechanical failures but they didn't apologize or even mention it and though it was boiling in there, our water glasses sat empty for a long time.
i want to believe that john's in jc will be better! I'll head back, but now that La Rustique is a couple blocks from my apartment the draw is less strong.
The 'New York Times' Is Not a Fan of Ted Allen's New Food Network Show
I actually like this show a lot. Ted was always my favorite queer eye guy and appreciate the scientific approach to food things. Plus it helped end a long debate with my boyfriend about baking soda's deodorizing qualities. (I lost, but at least we know now!)
What's delicious in Jersey City?
Dosa Hut in Little India is the best!
In the downtown area, Ox is my favorite restaurant and the owners/waiters are really nice and the food is fantastic. There is also Sava for homemade Polish food and Buon Appetito - they have the best Italian sandwiches. On grove street.
If you have a car, I would just go to Trader Joes in Edgewater or the Whole Foods there, though A&P is definitely a step up from the Shoprite.
Cookies Determine Fate of Presidential Candidates
Bill Clinton did submit an oatmeal cookie recipe!
Cook the Book: 'Screen Doors and Sweet Tea'
mint iced tea, with or without a shot of bourbon :)
How Can You Make Valentine's Day Fun Without Pressure?
Cooking at home is the way to go! Even if it's not cooking and just a bunch of cheeses, meats, and olives. The biggest thing about Valentine's Day for us is being able to set the evening aside for just us - no tv, computers, or phones, or anyone else. No matter how much people say that if you love someone you should be able to do that anytime - doing this is hard for busy people and it's nice to have a day where it's a given.
Most worthwhile lapse in good judgment?
wendy's chicken nuggets with honey mustard. i only crave them like once every year but when i go for it, it's like heaven. i also do the smell test with a lot of questionable food - if it doesn't smell off I'll usually eat it. i'm still alive.
Cauliflower...winter's white wonder?
I roast it with a couple of garlic cloves and then I have roasted cauliflower and garlic to toss with fresh pasta, good olive oil, and a pinch of red pepper flakes - my favorite winter meal. I made a bacon/cauliflower soup for Christmas with a trickle of truffle oil on top and it was a huge hit.
Seriously Delicious Holiday Giveaway: Two Peter Luger Steaks
i love marinated skirt steak in fajitas!
Seriously Delicious Holiday Giveaway: Two Peter Luger Steaks
i love most cuts of stead to be honest, but right now i'm craving marinated skirt steak in fajitas!
Seriously Delicious Holiday Giveaway: Two Peter Luger Steaks
I actually like chuck because I love a good beef bourguignon made with one full bottle of wine.
Streep to Play Julia Child in 'Julie/Julia' Movie
I think the Julia Child part will be shown as flashback vignettes like they are in the book. I don't think they're going to have them actually meet.
What are your non-food uses for food?
In India a lot of women use turmeric to brighten complexions and add glow. Simply make a paste out of turmeric and water and apply to your face, wait until it hardens and then rinse it off with warm water. In Indian wedding celebrations they usually have a pre-wedding haldi (turmeric) ceremony where they bride's family applies the turmeric paste to face, arms, and legs to beautify her for the big day. It usually turns kinda rowdy and the bride-to-be ends up doused in the yellow paste.
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Mmmmm. Pan roasted brussels sprouts with candied pepitas and cider vinegar!
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Cornbread Stuffing Muffins with Ham and Sage, from 'Bon Appétit'. The recipe is just ho hum but the idea that every person maximizes their stuffing crispy bits due to the muffin tins is amazing.
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The Cranberry Relish with Orange and Ginger sounds great! I love cranberries with orange juice/zest. I've tried lots of variations, but never with ginger before.
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I could stick my whole face in the pumpkin pie brulee right now.
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The Pumpkin Cheesecake with Marshmallow-Sour Cream Topping and Gingersnap Crust from 'Bon Appétit' sounds like something that I'd need to be alone with in the shower..mmmmmmmmmmmmmm.
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Honey brined and smoked turkey for me. I live on the seventh floor of an apartment house so I gave my brother a smoker for Christmas last year so he could smoke me some turkey.
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Perfect mashed potatoes!
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The Pioneer Woman's Sweet Potatoes sound very tasty.
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I can't wait to try the apple stuffing!
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I'm in love with pumpkins this season. So naturally I would pick Pumpkin Pie Brulee. I love cracking the sugar on top!
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Squash Spaetzle with Maple Glaze
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the pumpkin cheesecake, and any combo of dessert and pumpkin
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Mark Bittman's braised and glazed brussels sprouts will be on our table this year
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Pumpkin pie brulee - I must try this!!!!
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Ham in coca-cola!! i can make a soda exception in this case. mmmm
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I like the Cook's Illustrated's Roasted Brined Turkey, but I'd substitute a Weber for the oven.
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Nice recipes......................Can I have the turkey?
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The butternut squash apple cranberry bake looks so great and I have been trying to decide on a diff. recipe for my butternut squash!! THanks!
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Sautéed Brussels Sprouts With Bacon -- hardly anyone in my family (except my dad and I) likes brussels sprouts, so maybe this is the year I can convert them!
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Honey-brined and smoked turkey ......sounds AMAZING !
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pumpkin cheesecake!!!!
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um...Ham in Coca-Cola. obviously!
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Pumpkin cheesecake
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I may be hosting my boyfriend's vegetarian parents this year so I'm eyeing that acorn squash lasagna!