Posts by singer4660

I'm actually reading it now. After 30 years in the kitchen, I have become rather obsessed with the idea of cooking without a recipe. With the help of Ratio, I think I can actually get to baking without a recipe. I'm on vacation next week...

I can't resist grilled eggplant. 1 inch slices marinated for 30 minutes or so in balsamic, olive oil, garlic, s/p then a good hot grill. Very tasty hot or at room temperature.

Are you referring to uncooked milk and eggs perhaps? That could definitely be an issue. In my original post, I was assuming a cooked product that is wrapped and refrigerated promptly. This should easily last 5 days with no problem. If...

Check out the thread "Newbie would love to know staples..." at http://www.cheftalk.com/forums/food-...ck-pantry.html Much of what you're looking for is probably included.

Freezing is the first thing that comes to mind. As a relatively new "empty nester" I've found that there are very few foods that can't be successfully frozen and it will save you cooking another time. The second option...

Just keep in mind that you don't have to buy everything at once. Think about the flavor profiles you use the most and start with that. Then add new items every month or so as you try new recipes. This will save you a ton of money as it...

When this cookbook was originally published 25 years ago, it was unique in that it offered gourmet recipes that were accessible to the home cook. Just about everyone I know had a copy. The Silver Palate shop started as a catering...

The frozen breaded variety has typically been deep fried quickly before freezing. To get a similar product with the unbreaded calamari, thaw then cut the calamari into strips/rings, dredge in seasoned flour, an egg wash and either more...

Before anyone gets nervous, I'm not selling anything. I have noticed however that there are a number of threads on here (see "Practical Knife Skills", "I want to learn to cook" etc) where people are looking for DVDs,...

I'm surprised by the negative comments. I just ordered a book on Tuesday and got it on Thursday without paying for expedited shipping. To date, I've never had an issue with any Amazon order, but I really only purchase books and CDs....