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| Display Name: | marilynch |
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| Member Since: | 2/4/12 |
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This is how I do it. Getting off the subject of slicing and cubing...I was taught to buy butternut squash that didn't have any green streaks coming from the stem. Or at least not use it until there gone. Any thoughts on this? How to Peel and Cube a Butternut Squash Cooking Lessons from The Kitchn |
1/30/13 7:15 PM |
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This sounds wonderful. I just love breakfast casseroles. This could also be called a bread pudding. Freezer Recipe: Sausage and Vegetable Breakfast Casserole Recipes from The Kitchn |
9/25/12 10:29 AM |
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What a simple solution! It seems like a no brainer but I would never have thought of that.Thanks. Smart Tip: How to Eliminate Ice Cream Freezer Burn Chow |
9/25/12 10:19 AM |
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I like to make hash browns with a little flour, salt, pepper, paprika, a touch of milk and finely chopped onion all mixed together. I think it will work well with the waffle iron although it may take a bit longer to cook. Can't wait to try this remarkable idea. And with a runny pouched egg (or two) sounds like heaven. Look! Hashbrown Waffles |
9/23/12 4:39 PM |
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I have a ductless hood. I live in a condo and can't make changes for an outside vent. My ceiling has a huge round grease stain that seems impossible to remove. My painted white cabinets also coated with the stuff. I think that my ignorance of cleaning or replacing the filters may have much to do with it. Any thoughts about how often the filters need to be cleaned (and how) and how often they need to be replaced? I also had the glass shield of one of the lights shatter while boiling something in water so I don't even use that burner anymore for anything with high heat. All About: Ductless Range Hoods Range Hood Spotlight |
9/22/12 7:26 PM |
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I'll alway have fond memories of the brunches served at the Alta Mira Hotel (Sausalito CA) many years ago on their rooftop deck. Every time I went there I ordered the shirred eggs with spinach and chicken livers. I've always wanted to make them myself but never have. This article has inspired me to finally step up and finally make them myself. How to Bake Eggs en Cocotte Cooking Lessons from The Kitchn |
9/4/12 6:41 PM |
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I make a lot of quiches and frittatas, mainly for easy lunches at work. They all heat up well and quickly in the microwave. Just make sure you don't heat them too long or they may get tough and dry. From Quiches to Frittatas: 10 Make-Ahead Breakfast Recipes With Eggs Kitchn Recipe Roundup |
9/4/12 5:49 PM |
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Don't buy cheap tools; if you don't have the money to buy good quality ones. They won't last long and they won't do the job. You'll just waste money by later replacing them with quality tools. Only buy good quality brands. If you don't have the money right now you can find great prices for them at garage or estate sales or even ebay; if they are in good condition. As far as a drill goes, also be very careful about a cheap one. If you need to drill into plaster or brick you'll need one powerful enough to do the job. If drilling through drywall with no studs you may be able to use the cheap models. Never skimp on your tools. They can last forever if you make the right purchase. Again, if you're low on funds, check out the sales. The Basics: 10 Must Have Essentials for a Small Space Toolkit |
8/27/12 9:59 PM |
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I don't own a shop vac and wouldn't feel comfortable about using a regular vacuum in the dishwasher. The raw potato is a great idea. I've used that technique on removing broken lightbulbs from the socket and picking up broken glass from the floor, it works perfectly. Using a flashlight to focus on the shards is ingenuous...never thought of doing that. Broken Glass In Your Dishwasher? Use a Potato To Catch All the Shards! Real Simple |
8/27/12 8:22 PM |
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These are all great ideas. I'd also stock some canned staples; baked beans, tuna, evaporated milk (for cereal), fruit (like peaches and pears), sardines if you like them. Peanut butter and honey would be great. And maybe some energy bars, popcorn stored in zip locks (protein). Make sure you have bread and crackers. You could also get some steno cans to heat up soup and such. @mdorothy brought up a very important point on water. Get as many jugs as possible for consumption. If your tap water is drinkable fill as many containers as possible, even open buckets will be fine for having around to flush the toilet. It really doesn't take much of it to flush, believe me, I've been through it, you just pour some in and it will automatically flush the waste. You may also want to have some larger zip locks around for used toilet paper to keep flushing easier or for sanitary napkins. ALSO, make sure you have a hand operated can opener. How Do I Prepare My Kitchen for Hurricane Isaac? Good Questions |
8/27/12 7:16 PM |
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I have a very small 2 butt kitchen. I learned early on when buying furniture to stick to those with drawers and doors. Smaller pieces that would fit my home that would be functional for storage. In my coat closet I placed 2 narrow shelving units that fit sideways on one side wall. It stores all cookbooks, salad spinner, clay cooker, blender, coffee maker (not used often), and other awkward items. I placed a 2 tier shelving piece on half of the closet shelf and use it for all of my baking ware. On the other side my stand mixer and food processor have a home. In my tiny front hallway; a shallow floor cabinet holds all vases and smaller items like the gravy separator, small spring form pans, decorative serving things... In the same hallway a narrow chest with 6 drawers holds my scarfs and gloves, kitchen towels, decorative baking supplies, doggie treats, & misc. stuff; each in their own drawer. My mother's very old 3 drawer chest (that I painted black) with marble top sits in my living room and stores a lot of my serving pieces, linens, candles and much more. My grandmother's 1920 circa buffet in my dinning area holds place mats, the other half of my dishes, serving pieces, her silver services, wine rabbit and such. All in all, yes, storing outside of the kitchen is a great solution to keeping a less stressful life. 5 Kitchen Necessities You Don't Actually Have to Store in the Kitchen |
8/20/12 8:10 PM |
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In 1966 we moved into a home that had a pink refrigerator. Four years later we moved again and took it with us. My mother had it professionally painted white. Today I have that same refrigerator in my basement and the paint is still perfect. BTW, it's still in use :) The $30 Kitchen Makeover Sunset |
8/19/12 1:54 PM |
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There are some great ideas from the posters here. I'm sorry, but how can anyone give really good advise without knowing what the budget is? Can you please post the budget? How Would You Modernize Betty Draper's 60s Kitchen? Budget Makeover Challenge Reader Intelligence Request |
8/18/12 5:06 PM |
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By all means keep the Cuisinart set. I started out with a Farberware set (do they even make those anymore?) I used them for years even though the handles would come loose and crack. I bought a set of stainless Cuisinart about 5 years ago and absolutely love them. Even if you use only a few items often, the others will come in handy from time to time. Non-stick pans can be nice IF they are higher quality (no T-Fal). I would suggest that you use the stainless and if later you want to add non-stick or cast iron do it then. Which Pots & Pans Should I Have in My First Post-College Kitchen? Good Questions |
8/11/12 4:51 PM |
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There are many great suggestions here. But i'm assuming that you're talking about being on a low budget. If so I would suggest: 10 Must-Have Essentials for a First Kitchen |
8/10/12 10:14 PM |
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Yummy, nom and other baby words, as another poster suggested, are also very irritating to me. But what really makes me cringe are the terms "and you're good to go" and "my go to recipe". What's Your Least Favorite Food Writing Cliché? |
8/4/12 5:55 PM |
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I love the whole apartment. The black and white stripes are my favorite. Especially with the contrast of the stairway above it. I'm always attracted to a clever use of paint on walls. This makes a beautiful statement of art. Jeannette's Striking Striped Kitchen Kitchen Spotlight |
8/2/12 6:08 PM |
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Faith, great post idea. What Was Your Worst Childhood Food Experience? |
8/1/12 9:06 PM |
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Another idea for the strata is to substitute cooked angel hair pasta for the bread cubes. Help Me Find Great Make-Ahead Recipes for Housewarming Brunch Party Good Questions |
7/21/12 3:58 PM |
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Awesome post. I love all of these ingredients and am so anxious to try it. I am very fond of a quiche served at Sweet Lorraine's in Berkley Michigan. Instead of using pastry they use hash browns as a crust. I really prefer extra crispy hash browns, so I'll try that with you're suggested recipe. Breakfast Recipe: Eggs Florentine in Hash Brown Nests |
2/16/12 8:01 PM |