Category Archives: How to

Cleaning and Stuffing Squid

Posted on 01/14/2013 by

Here is a tutorial on how to clean and stuff squid. It is possible to buy them already cleaned but where is the fun in that? If you live somewhere where the squid is fresh, and maybe even still alive, … Continue reading →

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Garden Expansion: Part 2

Posted on 10/12/2012 by

For part one and a look at the original garden go here. So now I have to talk about soil. In a raised bed I have found that a slightly sandy soil works best for drainage, but I live in … Continue reading →

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Expansion Time: Part 1

Posted on 10/02/2012 by

So it is finely time to enlarge the garden and I thought some folks may want to know how simple it is to make a raised bed so here goes. Start by cutting away the grass in the area you … Continue reading →

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Pita Bread

Posted on 09/14/2012 by

To be honest it is probably easier to buy pre-made pitas. Of course these taste much better once you perfect how to roll them. Make the starter the night before. In a large bowl mix 1 1/4 tsp yeast with … Continue reading →

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Stewing Tomatoes

Posted on 07/25/2012 by

So it has come to my attention that some folks may not know how to do this. Remember to not cut the bad spots out, if there are any, until after splitting the skins. Start by cutting an X into … Continue reading →

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Two Squash and Counting

Posted on 07/09/2012 by

With that image I have now had the most successful harvest ever of squash. Two. But hey, it is a small victory and with the way things are going this year I am going to be that coworker unloading bags … Continue reading →

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Timpano

Posted on 12/06/2011 by

Many foodies knows this dish as the set piece in a movie from a few years back. Here it is broken down into steps. Although the filling can be changed to anything, for this timpano you will need two sausages, … Continue reading →

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Carving the beast, a Thanksgiving how to

Posted on 11/20/2011 by

Here is a quick rundown of how I carve a bird. If you prefer to cut it at the table as people request it then more power to you. In my opinion it is far less of a mess to … Continue reading →

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Turkey with herb butter and a PSA

Posted on 11/09/2011 by

Roasting poultry is one of the best ways to flavor the meat while keeping it juicy. Cooking times vary depending on if the bird is stuffed, brined or what have you. Lately there have been many television and print chefs … Continue reading →

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Caramelized Onions

Posted on 10/17/2011 by

Onions have a lot of water in them. Take away all the water and you are left with amazing flavor and sweetness. Of course the process to do this takes some practice and a lot of time. Trust me, it … Continue reading →

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