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I am planning on making a recipe out of Michael Ruhlman's fabulous new book "Twenty" this weekend. The recipe is for braised duck legs. I've never braised duck before and I'm very excited to try it out. Ruhlman's Twenty: 20 Techniques, 200 Recipes, A Cook's Manifesto - Michael Ruhlman, Donna...

I'm trying to decide between 5 1/2 quarts and 7 and 1/4 quart round dutch ovens. I generally cook for 2-4 people. Any personal suggestions?

I'm going to cook the referenced steak for dinner tonight. What would you guys make with this? My 1st thought was to serve similar to fajitas with no wrap. Something like roasted vegetables? I can do that, or a side salad with mixed greens and a lemon vinaigrette. Thoughts?

I'm planning on making pan seared tuna with soy sauce and sesame oil tonight. What would you guys suggest as a side dish? I like to eat healthy.

I've been making Ina Garten's Marinara recipe with a lot of success. The recipe calls you to use a saute pan. Tonight, I quadrupled the recipe and used a 4 qt saucepan. The sauce doesn't taste as good. Is it possible that the different surface areas of the two are the reason behind this...

Right now I'm planning my Valentines day menu. I'm thinking of a 3 course meal. My girlfriend is on dessert duty. Mussels with White Wine Citrus Pesto Swordfish Mushroom Risotto? The basic premise is going to be a seafood based meal. The mussels are a definite, but I'm open to a...

I'm looking for some recipes for Mussels Fra Diavolo. I already have my frozen marinara that I can use as a base, or I can start from scratch. Thanks for everyone's help!

Can anyone provide me with a recipe for a steak salad? I'm thinking of doing skirt steak, but I'm open to all suggestions.

I have some boneless pork chops defrosted that I'm planning on cooking for dinner tonight. Does anyone have a healthy recipe for boneless pork chops? I was thinking of pan searing them and making a wine reduction, but wanted to see if there were any ideas out there. I'd like to accompany with...

I found what sounds like a delicious salad recipe from Williams Sonoma. The salad consists of Edamame, Avocado, Tomato, and Corn with Romaine. It is served with a lime vinaigrette. I've decided that I want to add chicken to the salad for a little more protein. Any recommendations on how to...

Does anyone have a Pico De Gallo recipe? Thanks

I think this is a pretty typical dish served at Italian restaurants. Does anyone have any recipes? Thanks,

I'm making a slightly health conscious baked buffalo wing tonight. I'd like the side dish to also be pretty healthy. Any ideas or recommendations?

I'm going to make Udon Noodles to accompany Miso Glazed Salmon. Can anyone provide me with a good recipe to make these noodles? I'd like to incorporate a vegetable into the meal as well.

My girlfriend loves the miso glazed chilean sea bass from Tao. Although I’ve never tried it, I’m trying to replicate it and cook it for her on Valentines Day. Has anyone ever tried it? If so, can they provide me with a recipe? Also, what would you accompany this dish with? I’ve seen some...

What are good sides to pair with Chicken Picatta?

I'm looking for some recommendations on a recipe/menu for an asian inspired meal with Salmon. I was thinking of doing an asian flavored salmon (a soy sauce base) over udon noodles with spinach. Any ideas or recommendations?

Pan Seared Tuna What would go well with the recipe linked above as a side dish? It's pan seared tuna with a soy and ginger based sauce.

I'm making pan seared steak with a red wine sauce and red potatoes. Can anyone recommend an asparagus recipe to pair with those 2 dishes?

I found the following recipe and wanted to get the thoughts of this board. 2 (4 ounce) filet mignon steaks 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper to taste salt to taste...

I plan on making Steamed Mussels in a Wine Broth. What else should I make to accompany the mussels to complete this meal? I was thinking of french baguette and a vegetable. Any ideas? Thanks

I posted a separate thread discussing the merits of a saute pan vs. a skillet. It looks like my first pan will be a saute pan. What size pots are also important to have in your kitchen? I figured I'd need: Something to boil pasta (not sure what size) Pot to cook rice (possibly same pot as...

I just began the process of researching all new cookware. I've decided that I will purchase a 3 quart saute pan as my first item. I'm curious what you guys think would be the other essentials to start with. A preliminary list of cookware, knives, and whatever else you guys can think of would...

I've been cooking casually for several years. I'm looking to improve my cooking knowledge/skills since what I know has been obtained through watching tv/others. The classes at ICE looked intriguing, but were a little expensive. Does anyone have any other recommendations? For those who took the...

After posing my first question, I figured it made sense to introduce myself. Leave it to me to do things backwards. Anyway, I started cooking in college as any guy does (by using the grill). I gradually became more interested in cooking other items so my repetoire expanded. I naturally love...