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Somewhere along the line I was taught to only flip meat once when grilling or sauteing. This article was a surprise to me. Not only does their experimentation find better results from frequent flipping, but they reference Harold McGee who says basically the same thing. The Burger Lab: How...

So I tried to make risotto last night, something I've done before, but it's been awhile. Here's what I did: Bring a pot of chicken stock to a boil, reduce to simmer Saute chicken and shallots, remove from pan add more oil and butter, put the rice in, toss it in the oil for a couple minutes...

I love pine nuts, but I figure I'll avoid them for awhile. Consumerist - Beware: Pine Nuts May Temporary Destroy Your Sense Of Taste - pine nuts

OK, the game is a bit silly, and it's all in spanish, which I don't even read or write much at all, but it's fun. You make a character, and then watch him fight. El Bruto Oh, full disclosure so nobody thinks I'm being sneaky about this: My character does benefit from people joining the game...

Watching the videos of Clara and her depression era cooking reminded me of this, a favorite of mine. YouTube - the Magic of Making Bread part 1 YouTube - The Magic of Making Bread part 2

Kitchenaid Knife 0, Lemongrass 1 Just saw this and thought it was worth posting for people here to see: Dangerous: KitchenAid Knives Are No Match For Lemon Grass

Just saw this and thought folks around here might enjoy it. YouTube - Validation

There is a major flaw in Internet Explorer that could allow attackers to steal passwords or take control of your computer. For more information see: BBC NEWS | Technology | Serious security flaw found in IE and lots more at: Slashdot | Experts Say To Switch Browsers In Light of IE Vulnerability...

OK, here's the recipe for the graham flour sandwich loaf I made the other day. This will be my first ever attempt to write out a recipe for others to use, so please forgive me any errors and ask me any questions you may need to make things clear. Preferment: 200 g All Purpose flour 200 g...

My friend Aaron died on his motorcycle last night. I haven't gotten any details yet. I'm going out now to see his family, I'll find out more when I get there.

Here's an improv group doing a very fun looking version of the game. Thought of you guys and the game here when I saw it. Russ

A friend asked me today if I wanted some fresh grape leaves. I said yes, but don't know really what to do with them. I've never cooked with grape leaves before, so I'm looking for ideas. Dolmas are obvious, a good recipe for those would be welcome, but I'm open to any other suggestions as well...

I have two cast iron skillets, a 10" Griswold which I love, and a 12" Lodge which is OK, but not nearly as nice as the Griswold. Last time I dropped in at Sur La Table, I noticed that they had some very nice looking black steel frying pans. They are at least as thick and heavy as the cast iron...