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Display Name: Kat - LA Blogger Gal
Personal URL: http://labloggergal.com
Member Since: 12/2/10

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Love my cold brew. I tend to make it a batch at a time in my french press (or a mason jar - depending on my mood) and keep it in the fridge for when I'm craving that iced coffee. Never thought to add salted caramel or sweetened condensed milk. Will have to try that in a month or so.


My Morning Delight: A French Press Cold Brew
2/16/13 10:30 PM

So glad to hear about the coconut oil. I have a gluten free scone mix I've been looking to make but didn't have any "shortening" on hand and didn't want to have to buy some. Can't wait to try out the coconut oil.


Valentine's Day Recipe: Almond Scones with Grand Marnier Glaze Guest Post from Coco Harris of Opera Girl Cooks
2/11/13 8:52 PM

I wonder how simple it would be to adapt this to a gluten free version. I love a well-made bundt.


Recipe: Spiced Bundt Cake with Whiskey-Coffee Glaze Recipes From The Kitchn
11/19/12 1:12 AM

Do you think this would freeze well? Otherwise, I might need a smaller pot to make it a dinner for two.


Dinner Recipe: Individual Pot Roasts with Thyme-Glazed Carrots Recipes from The Kitchn
11/7/12 1:38 AM

It works. But it's still messy. Just messy in a different way. If you want neat (relax, it's a cupcake for peet's sake), use a fork or a spoon. Otherwise, just take a bite and deal with it.


It Exists! The So-Called Proper Way to Eat a Cupcake
10/2/12 8:20 PM

I'd love to bring something to work to share with my fellow teachers for my birthday. Any fabulous bundt or sheetcakes (easier to transport) you care to share?


Funfetti & Beyond! 15 Birthday Cake & Cupcake Recipes Recipe Roundup
4/30/12 6:55 PM

I tried this about 6 or so weeks ago and just couldn't get it to work. I had regrowth while it was in the water in my window. But once I planted it into the garden it fizzled and died quickly. I was bummed. Might try it again though, just to see.


Re-Growing Celery: Grow a New Bunch Indoors or Outdoors
4/23/12 2:30 AM

this could be fun to make for my class before spring break....assuming I feel in the mood. LOL But it sure looks good.


Recipe: No-Bake Lemon Cream & Coconut Icebox Cupcakes Recipes from The Kitchn
3/28/12 9:16 PM

Covering up the smoke detector...brilliant!! My dog and cat will thank you for this great tip. I stopped using the oven for anything over 400 for longer than 20 minutes because it seems to set off the poorly placed (directly in front of the oven in a small, tight hallway). I can't wait to try this with my next roast chicken!


The Shower Cap: A Surprising Kitchen Essential
2/21/12 2:35 PM

That was awesome! Sweet and personal. Congrats to you both!


A Marriage Proposal for a Cook: Watch This Stop-Motion Movie with LEGOs
Video

1/10/12 7:31 PM

This is AWESOME! I just learned that I can grow my own garlic just by picking up a decent head at the grocery store. The peeling part was reportedly a bit of a bitch so I avoided it. Guess what I'll be planting this week?!?! Woohoo!


Smart Tip: Peel an Entire Head of Garlic in 10 Seconds
Saveur

10/9/11 5:14 PM

Two years later I wonder if this is still up and running. I think I'll check it out later this week.


Pasadena Plant Bank
8/7/11 7:17 PM

I'm with @jennaelbow...sounds quite tasty, but with our outdoor temps 95+ and my AC-free indoor temps at 85+ there's NO WAY I'm turning on an oven. Would love to know if anyone gives it a test run in the crockpot.


Recipe: Lemon Braised Chicken & Beans with Mint Pesto
7/7/11 2:06 PM

Just remember to buy in bulk as TJ's has a habit of discontinuing things in the blink of an eye.


Spotted at Trader Joe's: 5 Great Staples for Our Pantries
4/13/11 1:30 PM

This is the method I use as well, though I let them sit covered for about 15 mins. I never had success with hard boiled eggs until I started using this method.


How to Hard-Boil an Egg
2/7/11 6:15 PM

Think it would work just as well with chocolate milk? A malty, chocolate cake sounds yummy!


Marvelous Valentine's Recipe: Strawberry Milk Cake
2/3/11 6:39 PM

There's just something so comforting about a brand new vacuum that actually sucks up the dirt.


Win This Edge Vacuum Cleaner from Oreck!
Holiday Giveaway 2010

12/7/10 3:39 PM

Here's hoping it's dog and cat proof!


Win This Sensor Trash Can from simplehuman!
Holiday Giveaway 2010

12/7/10 3:37 PM

I remember the first time I saw these. Very cool


Win This Create-Your-Own Bus Scroll from Transit Design!
Holiday Giveaway 2010

12/7/10 3:37 PM

This would hold so much more than my current 4-hook coat hook thingie.


Win This Eames Hang-It-All from Grounded!
Holiday Giveaway 2010

12/7/10 3:37 PM