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Awhile back I purchased an All-Clad non-sick roaster. I realize now I probably should have gotten just the regular stainless, the reason being that you can make a gravy/sauce with all the browned-on bits. If I make gravy though from a separate recipe, is there any reason why a turkey should...

Has anyone tasted the Bariani brand of olive oil? The comments are extremely positive on their website. I usually use Olio Santo out of California but have an itch to try something new. What do you think?

Hello Everyone! Last time I was at Williams-Sonoma I pick up some Fig & Meyer Lemon Balsamic Vinegar because it sounded so yummy. Now that I'm home, I don't know what to do with it. Any suggestions???

How can you clean a grill that has no removable parts and, therefore, cannot be immersed in water?

Rack - yes or no??? I have two recipes. The one where potatoes are added 30 min into the cooking process calls for placing the meat directly onto the cooking dish surface and then surrounding w/the potatoes. The other recipe, sans potatoes, calls for placing the meat on a rack in the cooking...

I have a name-brand unopened bottle of corn syrup that has no expiration date listed. I can't remember when it was purchased, maybe as long as a year ago, but I've kept it stored in my pantry which is cool and dark. Do you think it's still good or should I just toss it and get a new bottle?

I have a great recipe for pumpkin bread that calls for pumpkin puree. The problem is that I cannot find pumpkin puree anywhere, not even in the high-end grocery stores. Is there any way I could substitute organic canned pumpkin? What about frozen squash - could that be substituted? Maybe I...

I'd like to try using mini loaf pans to make individual-size meat loafs and quick breads. Do I need to make any adjustments???

Can you recommend a brand and type i.e., VS, VSOP?

What's the shelf life of fresh nutmeg? I've been keeping mine in a dark, cool cupboard w/other spices but maybe it would last longer in the freezer??? I only use nutmeg, maybe, twice a month.

Fresh basil is SO wonderful! I think it's in season now and I seem to recall hearing that it could be frozen for future use but I can't remember any details. Also, if it can be frozen, how long will it retain it's freshness?

My daughter and I will be hosting Gram's 80th Birthday Party in May. The times will be from 1-4pm, approximately. Mixed drinks, wine and beer will be available. Also, we're getting a cake from a specialty bakery. We'd like to have a buffet-style, appetizer/salad-type menu. Any ideas?

I'm in the market for a two-burner stove-top grill. So far, I'm considering All-Clad or Le Creuset. Any recommendations, pros/cons? Appreciate your input!

Does anyone have a good recipe for liver and onions?

Since fall, there have been numerous E. Coli breakouts here in the Twin Cities/Metro Area of Minnesota resulting from store bought lettuce, and, most recently Taco Bell. I had planned on including a salad of mixed greens on the menu for a holiday party but now am thinking twice about that...

Have a great recipe for Chicken Stew w/Biscuits that I want to make more kid-friendly. The recipe calls for 1 1/2 C frozen small whole onions in addition to 2 C chopped yellow onions. Too many onions for kids!!! There's already carrots and peas in this recipe. What could I use in place of...

How can I work this so all items are ready at the same time? I have only one oven. - bread pudding: 325 degrees for 50 min - spiral ham: 325 degrees for 50 min - potato gratin: 350 degrees for 90 min

I've never made or even eaten veal or lamb before but would love to try. Are there any good recipes out there for a beginner?

Will be purchasing soon - any tips?

Is it okay to shave frozen chocolate chips in a food processor?

This weekend I made a delicious bread pudding and topped w/caramel sauce and vanilla ice cream. It tasted alot like a rich french toast. Could I skip the toppings and serve as a breakfast item? Does anyone know the history of bread pudding?

This past weekend I tried a recipe for Pumpkin Banana Mousse Tart using a tart pan for the first time. As I usually prefer cooking to baking, this turned out surprising well! I'm just wondering if there is a trick to getting the tart out of the pan in one piece. I slid a knife between the...

It is recommended by the manufacturer to lower your oven temp when using this cookware. How do you decide the correct temperature?

Any good ideas for an appetizer?

How should you care for a wooden rolling pin i.e., storing, washing?