Recent content by ajrubyo

If it's not too late, here is a very good recipe, especially for those who have a problem with raw eggs. This dressing is cooked, and it's light, fresh & delicious. It also lasts for a very long time in the refrigerator. I was surprised at how good it is: LEMONY CAESAR SALAD Have all...

I agree, putting bottles of water in the unused space of the freezer is a great idea. I live on the west coast of Florida, so we're under the threat of hurricanes all summer long. We also get frequent power outages during storms. This has saved more than one freezer load of food! Another use I...

Just an aside about the inconvenience of a chest freezer... I saw a nifty little chest freezer at Sears that has the typical lid on top, but has a pull-out drawer on the bottom. That would be very convenient. You can find it on their appliance web page. If I didn't already have 2 refrigerators...

Here's one that will provide you with several delicious, healthy meals for the week: Take a package of your favorite chicken parts (on the bone), put them in a big pot, cover with about 6-8 cups of water, throw in some celery, onion, tomato, carrot and whatever veggies you like. Bring to a...

Here is a recipe for the juciest burgers I've ever eaten! They are wonderful! I found this recipe watching 'The Barefoot Contessa', to whom taste seems to be foremost. The egg yolks are what makes them so moist. Perfect Burgers 1 lb Ground Chuck 1/2 lb Ground Sirloin 2 tbsp Lite Soy Sauce or...

Absolutely, you make a great point. That's why I recommend using the plastic wrap FIRST, then the freezer bag. Meat never touches the outer bag, or the straw. Plus, with this method, you have double wrapped the item, and vacuum-sealed it, too. I've been doing this for years since having once...

I agree, if you're only going to wrap in plastic wrap. But then you enclose the wrapped article in a freezer bag, and remove the air. Believe me, it works, for long term storage, too. And the freezer bag is reusablle. Not so with the other type. With liquids, I have done the same thing, with...

The plastic wrap that works best for me is found in the same type store (Sam's - are we allowed to name stores and brands?) and it's called Zip Safe. It comes in 500 ft. rolls (although it's not much bigger than typical brands), and has a slide cutter, so it's extremely easy to use. I love it...

I was just reading an article in the June newsletter about the Tilla Foodsaver Professional II. It sounds wonderful, but since I'm on a budget and don't have extra space, I have developed a method that's easy and foolproof. Since we all know air is what ruins food in the freezer, I take my...

Since I tend to eat lower carb, I love to cook up a bunch of freah artichokes in chicken broth with some celery & tomatoes. I refrigerate them and then I have an artichoke for lunch during the day at home (messy because I dip it in a melted butter/healthy oil/soy sauce mixture). Also when making...

Dry Meatloaf I think you need more moisture. Perhaps some Italian tomato sauce, or salsa, or plain tomato sauce? Also a tbsp. or so of oil. Grating the vegetables is better than chunks, it releases the moisture. Grated zucchini is good for this,if you like it. To help hold it together, maybe a...

I totally agree, I had an Amana bottom freezer refrigerator and loved it. I moved into a new home which came with a big side by side, and I hate it. There's just no room in them. I had to go out and buy another extra refrigerator to hold all our food & frozen things. I will eventually replace...

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I'm sorry, I neglected to say I bought my convection range/oven used, it was missing the manual. I know of the 25/25 reduction, but wondered if it would apply to this particular recipe, since the high heat at the beginning is what browns & crisps the crust on the roast. If I reduced the heat...

I have a strange question. I have a great, foolproof recipe for standing rib roast (any size). Roast at 500 degrees for a precise amount of time (8 min. per pound for rare, 9 for med, etc.). Then turn off oven and DO NOT OPEN OVEN DOOR for at least one hour to 3 hours. I've used this method many...