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Super Bowl Giveaway: California Avocado Gift Box for Guacamole-Making

Avocado, turkey, tomato, ranch dressing sandwich. Yum!

portail32 at 7:51PM on 01/13/12

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Room temp butter - what type of storage?

I have one of those upside-down butter keepers - a small bowl in which you put the butter and invert it into a cup filled partially with water. Keeps the butter soft, but the water limits the exposure to air. You have to change the water every 2-3 days, but that's a small task.

portail32 at 7:50PM on 01/13/12

From A Hamburger Today

New York's First Steak 'n Shake Opens Tomorrow

For the past 10 years I've lived in St. Louis, where Steak 'n Shake is practically on every corner. But I've never been to one. I prefer to make my own, thank you. However, someone gave me an S 'n S gift card for Christmas, so I'll guess I'll finally break down and try them.

portail32 at 6:17PM on 01/11/12

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

Ribeye or sirloin. For the price I usually pick sirloin.

portail32 at 7:46PM on 01/04/12

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Super Bowl Giveaway: California Avocado Gift Box for Guacamole-Making

Avocado, turkey, tomato, ranch dressing sandwich. Yum!

portail32 at 7:51PM on 01/13/12

From Talk

Room temp butter - what type of storage?

I have one of those upside-down butter keepers - a small bowl in which you put the butter and invert it into a cup filled partially with water. Keeps the butter soft, but the water limits the exposure to air. You have to change the water every 2-3 days, but that's a small task.

portail32 at 7:50PM on 01/13/12

From A Hamburger Today

New York's First Steak 'n Shake Opens Tomorrow

For the past 10 years I've lived in St. Louis, where Steak 'n Shake is practically on every corner. But I've never been to one. I prefer to make my own, thank you. However, someone gave me an S 'n S gift card for Christmas, so I'll guess I'll finally break down and try them.

portail32 at 6:17PM on 01/11/12

From Serious Eats

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

Ribeye or sirloin. For the price I usually pick sirloin.

portail32 at 7:46PM on 01/04/12

From Talk

Favorite restaurant supply store purchases?

Edward Don in Chicago used to have an outlet store on Elston Ave. (Don't live there anymore so it might be gone). I used to pick up restaurant dishes there. I still have a good set of sturdy water glasses that I paid $.50 apiece for.

portail32 at 5:04PM on 01/02/12

From Serious Eats

Seriously Delicious Holiday Giveaway: Korin Knife

My Henckel's 8-inch chef's knife. We're best friends!

portail32 at 4:59PM on 01/02/12

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

Willie G's in Pueblo, CO. Not sure if it's still open. I was last there almost 10 years ago.

portail32 at 6:04PM on 01/01/12

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

Prime rib usually

portail32 at 10:50AM on 12/31/11

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Seriously Delicious Holiday Giveaway: Counter Culture Coffee Subscription

Usually black, but not and then with a touch of milk

portail32 at 1:56PM on 12/28/11

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

I vote for bacon.

portail32 at 5:49PM on 12/27/11

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Seriously Delicious Holiday Giveaway: La Quercia's Cured Meat Experience

Naked

portail32 at 2:14PM on 12/26/11

From Talk

What kitchen gifts are you making for others?

I made five batches of Chocolate "Crack" (search SE for recipe) for most of my friends (I kept the small pieces for QC). Also made spiced almonds for a couple of friends who don't like chocolate. I know, go figure!

portail32 at 9:57AM on 12/23/11

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

Bandana's

portail32 at 9:53AM on 12/23/11

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

Bacon, bacon, and more bacon. And sometimes, well, bacon.

portail32 at 6:06PM on 12/20/11

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Seriously Delicious Holiday Giveaway: Recchiuti Chocolate Bars

I migrate from one to another. At the moment it's Trader Joe's dark chocolate-covered almonds. But of course I'll eat almost anything covered in chocolate, including chocolate!

portail32 at 3:26PM on 12/17/11

From Serious Eats

Seriously Delicious Holiday Giveaway: Korin Knife

My 10" Henkels chef's knife is my fave. I use it every day.

portail32 at 1:32PM on 12/16/11

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Seriously Delicious Holiday Giveaway: Counter Culture Coffee Subscription

Black, black, and black

portail32 at 5:35PM on 12/14/11

From Serious Eats

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

My favorite would have to be a standing rib roast, followed by sirloin. But, heck, I'll take the filet if I win!

portail32 at 4:37PM on 12/11/11

From Serious Eats

Seriously Delicious Holiday Giveaway: La Quercia's Cured Meat Experience

Stuffed in a chicken breast with one basil leaf and fontina cheese. Yum!

portail32 at 4:18PM on 12/05/11

From Talk

Weekend Cook and Tell: Thanksgiving Post-Game Roundup

The only thing better than our T-day meal was the leftovers. Turkey soup. Turkey sandwiches (tomato, mayo, and lettuce) and my favorite - Friday morning poached eggs over stuffing. Yum, yum and yum!

portail32 at 7:08PM on 11/27/11

From Sweets

Candy a Day: Whoppers

Whoppers fan? You betcha! Thanks for all the references to other brands. I'll have to give them a try. Christmas is just around the corner, so.....

portail32 at 11:03PM on 10/28/11

From Drinks

That's the Spirit: Johnnie Walker Double Black

JW Black is my "luxury" scotch of choice when I want something special but don't have the bucks to burn on something like Talisker or Lagavulin. No mention was made of price, but I'll still be heading to my favorite liquor store soon to see if they have the Double Black in stock yet. I'm intrigued, to say the least.

portail32 at 2:43PM on 10/15/11

From Recipes

Cook the Book: Kolaches

These were a Sunday morning staple when I was growing up in Berwyn, IL. Quite a number of bakeries in the near western suburbs featured these little delights. Don't know if they still do. I'm sure the demographics have changed by now.

portail32 at 7:51AM on 09/17/11

From Serious Eats

Boston Baked Beans, and Other Foods Named After Different Foods

There is no crab in crab ragoon.

portail32 at 12:44PM on 07/28/11

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Sponsored Giveaway: Enter to Win Tervis Products

I have a favorite iced tea tumbler, but if I win this contest, it may become my second favorite!

portail32 at 3:31PM on 07/20/11

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