Italian Style Spinach or Rabe?
What is the secret to addictive spinach or broccoli rabe with garlic found at most italian pizzerias/restaurants as part of their contorni list? * Loads of oil not allowed... (I know, sacrilege!)
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Katie D.
A vegetarian + bacon= meltdown
A vegan myself, the taste of bacon is pretty predominant in terms of making up the flavors of a dish. Even just a sprinkle, and you can taste it. Though I highly doubt that she mistook that smokey flavor for paprika, which tastes different than bacon, I feel this woman was just trying to get a free burrito.. All in all, we are human, and we all cannot be perfect 100% of the time. Though it can be tricky eating at restaurants, particularly mom & pop type joints, flipping out over one meal after "20 years of devotion" would make me sick to my stomach, but I would just have to accept the fact or… barf up the remnants (KIDDING!!!)
Best Frozen Spinach Brand?
Philly Burbs
Cumin-Free Hummus??
I may be wrong as to the cumin-flavor, but all I know is it doesn't taste good to me. I like pure, clean, chickpea, garlic, and lemon flavors… Not too heavy on the tahini, and bobbi's mild garlic, without any tahini, is surprisingly addictive..
@FatBaztard: I've contemplated buying aldi's, even though they are owned by Trader Joe's, but now I think I'll give it a go… Thanks!
Cereal Rant: Why Buzzfeed Is Wrong, These Cereals Should Not Be Obliterated
Never a big fan of oatmeal, grape nuts, trix, or all bran by themselves (but in cereal combos, delish,) but seriously, kix, Cap n' Crunch, Cream of Wheat, and Life? How do you mess with those classics. Oh, and rice crispy treats cereal is marshmallowy goodness…
What's with ice water after eating ice cream?
I'm the same way, ice water in a glass cup is seriously super refreshing post ice cream noshing..
Cumin-Free Hummus??
Sabra lists "natural flavors" on their label, ie: yuck!! Gingercookie, I have had bobbies and love it but its up there calorically speaking, anything lower-cal but equally delicious?
Where to buy meat
Don't do shoprite, my mom legitimately found a condom in her ground meat, no lie… Shoulda sued..
Food You Wouldn't Offer to Company
Whats wrong with hummus for company? Agree with jedd.. if they show up, some quick snacks, like chips and salsa, crudite and hummus, or a mini antipasto with marinated artichoke hearts, mushrooms, italian cold cuts, and cheese. Otherwise, there's always some homemade manicotti frozen in the fridge, and some cookie dough balls ready to be baked.
Confessions of us home cooks....
Not necessarily quality-control, but I pretend I have my own cooking show? lol, been doing that since I was little
Poll: Sugar in Tomato Sauce, Way or No Way?
Cooks Illustrated did a whole thing on the BRIX scale of canned tomatoes, I think Tutta Rossa ranked up there pretty sweet. It really depends on what type of "sauce" your making, gravy as we like to call it, is an all day simmer-fest, loaded with braciole, meatballs, and pork ribs. This is also made with the italian sofrito (carrot,celery,onion) and of course garlic. The carrot cooks down and imparts a natural sweetness. If you are using quality canned tomatoes, you shouldn't need to add sugar. With marinara, I find the best canned tomatoes that are sweet and delicious on their own are the 6 in 1 crushed. Absolutely a must, I even spo them online.
Secrets from the Host Stand: 10 Things a Restaurant Host Wishes They Could Tell You
I would also have included coming to a restaurant 10 minutes prior to its closing time. As a once-hostess, these by far the worst offenders.
Cereal Eats: On the Magic of Fruity Pebbles
Fruity Pebbles are definitely meant to be eaten with milk of some sort. Dry just doesn't suffice, the milk seeps into those sugary crevices and releases the utmost fruity flavor. Never tried the cupcake or marshmallow ones, but I think I'll take rodzillas advice and pick some up the next time they're on sale!
Best Frozen Spinach Brand?
So I am looking for the best tasting, plain frozen spinach brand that doesn't taste freezer burned when thawed out and drained..
FOODIE In Philly
Anyone know of some foodie-based hands on events in the city that are good for a group of 5? Looked at the philly-food tours, but any hidden gems I should know of?
Cumin-Free Hummus??
So, whats your favorite brand of store-bought hummus, nixing the cumin (sorry Sabra,) and I know people, homemade is best and easy, but convenience, convenience!!
* If your in the Philly region, any local spots that are top notch. This includes suburbs?
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Love an egg-tater combination, otherwise just a mustard/vinegar/sugar base if far too sweet for me. The richness of the yolks, paired with the creamy potatoes is just dynamite. And then that occasional crunch from celery, swoon!! I also adore a lighter version sold at a local lebanese restaurant. All they do is combine parsley, dijon mustard, lots of garlic, black pepper, white balsamic, and some high quality evoo.. So damn goooodd!!