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How To Make Sorbet

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Introduction To The Anti Griddle

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Hawaiian Grilled Pork Chops

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in Recipes
started by tasunkawitko

Hawaiian Grilled Pork Chops By Derrick Riches @ About.com Quote: Putting pineapple on the grill brings out the sweetness and adds a whole new layer of flavor. Pork chops get loads of flavor and an extra dose of sweetness making for a fantastic meal. Prep Time: 10 minutes Cook Time: 15 minutes Total Time: 25 minutes Yield: Serves 6 Ingredients: • 6 pork chops, 1 inch thick • 1 can (20 ounces) pineapple slices • 1/2 cup soy sauce • 1/3 cup vegetable oil • 1/4 cup onion, minced • 2 cloves garlic, minced • 1 tablespoon brown sugar Preparation: Drain pineapple and pour 1/4 cup of the juice into a bowl. Combine with soy sauce, vegetable oil, onion, garlic, and brown... » read more

bread timings

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in Pastries and Baking General
started by mandyc

i have enough bread dough for 8 decent sized buns, but want to make a loaf instead, what heat and length of time do i cook it for? » read more

What are some classic or traditional dishes that every cook should know how to make?

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in Food & Cooking Questions and Discussion
started by nenox

So I'm trying to get better at understanding how dishes at more modern restaurants come about and I think having an understanding and knowledge of classic/traditional dishes will be tremendously helpful in that respect. My school focuses on french cuisine so I'm just beginning to understand "modern takes" on classical french dishes. I would like to do the same for other cuisines, particularly american and english ones. Can we start a list of classic dishes that every cook should know? For example, one that gets used often, shrimp and grits, or fish and chips, etc...I'm really trying to expand my knowledge and don't know where to start. Please recommend any cookbooks if possible, thanks! » read more

Do I Need a Culinary Degree to be a Chef?

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in Culinary Schools \ Culinary Students
started by chizburger

I was a culinary student before but had to drop out because of some financial problems. But my passion was cooking and i really love food. unfortunately i could not continue my education. so im wondering if is possible to become a chef would out a certificate? I love to cook and I believe becoming a chef requires more than being kitchen-savvy. You need sharp communication skills, honed creativity and business acumen. A college degree in culinary arts helps you gain these skills, but it's not a necessity. In the end, it will take several years of experience and learning at the hands of an experienced chef, not a high-priced degree, to become a successful chef. Im planning on applying for a job here in the Philippines. and I'm... » read more

What is the Best Culinary School from an Exec. Chefs perspective?

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in Culinary School Externships
started by PDXBread

I have been searching for some time now about which culinary school/ institute/ academy is the best from an experienced Executive Chef's perspective. I have read things like "just go to the cheapest one" and "it doesn't really matter" as well as "choose the one with the best instructors". I think the last of those examples is fairly obvious but how do you determine which schools actually have the best instructors from the ones that just say they do. I have been in the food industry for over 5 years and have been mainly concentrated on baking until this point. I am extremely dedicated to learning and want to furhter develope my culinary skills by attending a school in the near future for a Culinary Program (not pastry). I have been... » read more