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Cook the Book: 'Tacos'
I was at a kid's birthday party and her dad was on the grill for hours cooking some carne asada. I was getting so hungry and finally lunch was served. It was worth the wait because it was the best taco I have ever had! I later found out he drove hours away just to get his hands on this specially marinated beef.
Cook the Book: 'On the Line'
For my seafood, all I need is salt, pepper, good olive oil or butter. Maybe a little lemon too. Drool.
Cook the Book: Martha Stewart's Hors d'Oeuvres Handbook
A potluck Wii party and the controllers managed to stay clean.
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Who Makes the Best Vanilla Ice Cream?
Trader Joe's has really good vanilla ice cream which is actually Double Rainbow ice cream from San Francisco in disguise.
Cook the Book: 'Tacos'
I was at a kid's birthday party and her dad was on the grill for hours cooking some carne asada. I was getting so hungry and finally lunch was served. It was worth the wait because it was the best taco I have ever had! I later found out he drove hours away just to get his hands on this specially marinated beef.
Cook the Book: 'On the Line'
For my seafood, all I need is salt, pepper, good olive oil or butter. Maybe a little lemon too. Drool.
Cook the Book: Martha Stewart's Hors d'Oeuvres Handbook
A potluck Wii party and the controllers managed to stay clean.
Seriously Delicious Holiday Giveaway: Two Peter Luger Steaks
Yes, another ribeye vote here!
Grilling: Middle Eastern Grilled Cheese
I LOVE Armenian string cheese. It totally surpasses the American kind in stringiness and taste.
Dinner Tonight: Paprika-Spiked Home Fries with Poached Egg
Tried these last night and they were delish! It's very easy but I was a little impatient with all the waiting for it to brown part. So impatient that I didn't feel like waiting for water to boil and quickly fried an egg instead. Thanks for the great dinner idea!
Weekend Book Giveaway: 'Asian Dining Rules'
I was at a Chinese restaurant and asked if they had Sapporo. They told me they only had Tsingtao beer and I didn't know what it was. It seemed like I kind of insulted them.
Cook the Book: 'Giada's Kitchen'
Good olive oil, garlic, and a yummy cheese!
Tocino: The Filipino 'Bacon' at Isla Pilipina in Chicago
Yep, as a Filipino I can tell you there is definitely no foie in that tocino. It's simply a lot of untrimmed pork fat doused in a pool of sugary marinade. Yum! Not sure how well-stocked the Asian markets are in Chicago, but you can find uncooked, pre-packaged ones in the freezer section. I don't know how they compare to the tocino you had at the restaurant but they are pretty tasty.
Low-Calorie Ice Cream Favorites
I've been eating Tofutti Cuties and mochi ice cream but have recently discovered Trader Joe's Soy Creamy Orange Vanilla Bars. I love creamsicles and these are only 80 calories a bar. I can eat two guilt-free!
Photo of the Day: Deep-Fried Octodogs
This reminds me of my childhood! My parents would cut up hot dogs just like these and I loved it. I thought it was just a Filipino thing :)
Snapshots from Asia: Watermelon Seed Cracker…'Just WACK'
These taste so much better than sunflower seeds!
Cook the Book: 'Techniques of Healthy Cooking'
Baked scallops wrapped in turkey bacon with sauteed corn on the side.
Tocino: The Filipino 'Bacon' at Isla Pilipina in Chicago
omg im craving that now thx alot
Who Makes the Best Vanilla Ice Cream?
Silver Moon's Bourbon Vanilla Bean is far superior to any of the vanillas mentioned in the comparison. It is a premium ice cream, and the tiny vanilla bean specks along with the creamy consistency make it my top vote. Silver Moon is a new ice cream from California with all natural ingredients.
Who Makes the Best Vanilla Ice Cream?
The sad thing is Breyers used to be a quality product, using minimal, natural ingredients. Have you looked at the label recently? I think Unilever bought them and the product went DOWN HILL. It used to be good. I have to agree, the Dazs is the top dog. when it comes to ingredients, KISS: keep it simple stupid
Who Makes the Best Vanilla Ice Cream?
Brigham's vanilla ice cream is the Platonic idea of vanilla. It makes all other vanilla ice creams melt in shame. Sadly, Brigham's is a New England thing, and I'm going crazy without it here in Maryland!
Who Makes the Best Vanilla Ice Cream?
I grew up on Blue Bell, and in DC you can get it every Father's Day at the Texas State Society Father's Day picnic. However, I actually prefer (I know, it's a sin) all natural products like Breyers. I don't like things so sweet anymore, and prefer airy or smooth textures.
However, the best vanilla ice cream I've ever had was the house-made stuff at Jaxson's in Dania Beach, FL. Holy crap that was excellent. Made me want to order vanilla every time, when I rarely do.
Who Makes the Best Vanilla Ice Cream?
I have to admit, Haagen-Dasz has ALWAYS had that "smooth Vanilla silky taste". Cool and inviting, and I've never been disappointed. But a ZILLION CALORIES TOO ! Still..........when you want to treat yourself ..........nothing quite like it.
Who Makes the Best Vanilla Ice Cream?
I'm also a loyal Blue Bell fan, and it's one of the things I miss the most about Texas. I usually dislike vanilla because I think it's too "plain" when there's so many interesting ice cream pairings out there. However, with Blue Bell I don't need anything else. There's a reason why they're the third-best-selling ice cream in the U.S. even though they only cater to less than half of the states!
Who Makes the Best Vanilla Ice Cream?
I like Breyer's French vanilla. It's a little creamier than the natural vanilla. I love that they don't put corn syrup in it.
Who Makes the Best Vanilla Ice Cream?
Once I tasted LaSalle, I never went back to Haagan Daz again. Also great is Sedutto (but I think it's just available in cones in the New York area).
Who Makes the Best Vanilla Ice Cream?
I am another Silver Moon fan! I agree with the above comments about the Silver Moon Bourbon Vanilla. When you take the first bite, close your eyes, savor and let the Bourbon Vanilla enliven your tastebuds .... oh my, on my... such pleasure! The richness and intenseness but gentle flavor is just the most lovely experience you could ever ask for in a vanilla ice cream! Too bad this ice cream was not one of the 5 listed. Hands down it would be the winner! It is a San Francisco/Silcon Valley company and I purchased mine from Gene's Market in Saratoga, CA. You can go to the website to find other locations: www.silvermoondesserts.com Yum, Yum!
Who Makes the Best Vanilla Ice Cream?
I must say that after having tasted at least 20 different varieties of Vanilla ice cream, there is NOTHING that comes close to Silver Moon's Bourbon Vanilla Bean. The entire line of flavors by Siver Moon are unique and exceptional but the vanilla is a perfect example of how a standard flavor can be taken to the next level. The Bourbon Vanilla Bean has layers of flavor that compliment each other and knock your socks off. I never thought I would write such a compelling statement about vanilla but you have to try it.
Who Makes the Best Vanilla Ice Cream?
A good question, but the best player wasn't listed in their survey. By far the best vanilla ice cream I ever tasted is Bourbon Vanilla Bean from Silver Moon Desserts in San Francisco. Most of the ice creams listed pale in comparison.
Who Makes the Best Vanilla Ice Cream?
Wow, so many Blue Bell fans. I'm living in Texas and never realized they had such a cult following.
Who Makes the Best Vanilla Ice Cream?
I have to say that Blue Bell is the best. I live in the little town of Brenham and have worked at the little creamery during the summer. I can say for a fact that it is made with loving care, and when you work there you do get to eat all you can and sell the rest.
Who Makes the Best Vanilla Ice Cream?
There is no doubt about it - Blue Bell Ice Cream from the little creamery in Texas - made by "happy cows" is THE VERY BEST ICE CREAM in the country!
Who Makes the Best Vanilla Ice Cream?
I don't know if it's a regional thing, but Blue Bell Homemade Vanilla is the closest I've tasted to the homemade icecream I remember as a kid. Not all natural but it's the gallon I pick ever time.
Who Makes the Best Vanilla Ice Cream?
For those looking for Blue Bunny...........here in upstate New York, Walmart sells it. Perry's is our hometown brand........nothing compares except for homemade.
I'm surprised Breyer's made low on the list as well.
Who Makes the Best Vanilla Ice Cream?
@brigittesm: that is exactly how I feel about the matter!
Who Makes the Best Vanilla Ice Cream?
Hands down best vanilla ice cream ever is SheerBliss!!
Check it out, you won't be sorry: www.sheerblissicecream.com
Who Makes the Best Vanilla Ice Cream?
I really never checked any of the other brands' ingredients mentioned except Breyers. But we use Breyers, (if I'm not making my own) because it has no preservatives mentioned in the ingredients. My family trait is migraines from preservatives, and we usually try an avoid them.
Who Makes the Best Vanilla Ice Cream?
This whole thing makes me want to quote my old friend who used to say: "Vanilla is not a flavor, it's a base." Hehe.
Who Makes the Best Vanilla Ice Cream?
Trader Joe's Vanilla is one of the best I've had=)
Who Makes the Best Vanilla Ice Cream?
Natur-a Glace soy ice cream, Vanilla, is organic, creamy, and clean-tasting. I love the specks of real vanilla bean throughout. So good!
Who Makes the Best Vanilla Ice Cream?
Blue Bell for me. Never cared for Breyer's.
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Trader Joe's has really good vanilla ice cream which is actually Double Rainbow ice cream from San Francisco in disguise.