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Yes, this is a recipe for my (now sort of famous) bacon apple pie, which premiered at the Quelab grand opening. I don’t think it needs much explanation, so here it is. First, amazing pie crust. This is really difficult, so if you don’t want to mess around making pie crust, then just go buy [ READ MORE ]
Next time you make mashed potatoes put a rudabaga in there too. Comes out slightly sweet and is a nice way to switch up the starch side dish of champions[ READ MORE ]
It would be creme brulee, but I don’t have a torch and I’ve given up trying to use the broiler…so it’s just good vanilla custard. 2 egg yolks 1 egg 6 tbsp sugar 1.5 cups cream 1 tsp vanilla extract Combine the eggs and sugar in a bowl and wisk until it thickens (ribbons, if [ READ MORE ]
http://baconshow.blogspot.com/2007/06/757-smoked-brisket-and-bacon-with.html 1 lb. sliced bacon, preferably artisanal (optional) 1 (6- to 8-lb.) piece center cut brisket For the rub: 1/4 cup kosher salt 1/4 cup light brown sugar 1/4 cup sweet paprika 2 tbsp. black pepper 1 tbsp. garlic powder For the Coffee Beer Mop Sauce: 1 cup beer 1 cup apple cider 1/2 cup [ READ MORE ]
I know not everyone here subscribes to the Minimalist school of thought, but I thought I’d point it out anyway: Mark Bittman has a blog, and it’s pretty great[ READ MORE ]
I just made the most delicious sandwich ever. Fresh baguette from the French bakery near my house, proscuitto, Black Forest ham, aged manchego, fresh basil leaves and sliced tomato. What’s your favorite sandwich[ READ MORE ]
There are essentially two conditions under which I make Rocket Fuel. I need a breakfast that I can take down quickly and not be remotely hungry until like 1 PM. I’m going on a hard bike ride and I haven’t had time to load up on pasta the night before. I call it “Rocket Fuel” [ READ MORE ]