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by kaleokahu 1 month ago

Lest there was any doubt that PFAS, one of the "forever chemicals", is dangerous, consider this Danish study linking high PFAS blood levels with severe Covid 19 symptoms and outcomes.

I love deep fried smelts. They, as well as dried cod, (bacala) are traditional around here (suburban NYC) at Italian restaurants during the Christmas season. I've even caught a few through the ice ...

Let the pizza debates begin...again! Ranking pizzas across the country is a daunting and controversial undertaking, yet the media continues to stoke the flames in the oven. This is the latest from ...

Any ideas?? We may smoke a hunk of brisket for Christmas for 10, but I don't want it to feel too casual, and I also don't want it to feel too heavy like regular brisket/bbq can feel. Any ideas fo...

I have just bought one of these beautiful steam pots, but the recipe book that came with it is entirely written in Chinese. Generally speaking, I don't think I will have a problem finding recipes ...

Greetings, I am searching for recommendations for a high quality apron for my beau--maybe around $50. Unfortunately most aprons that I see geared toward men are for grilling--however, he makes a lo...

I have an old white plastic Foodsaver vacuum sealer that has worked well for several years, but now it doesn't always seal. It works by pressing hard on both front corners for it to seal and it is...

Would like to know if anyone here has a small personal blender you like and if you would recommend it? I have a cheap slushie maker that works to make smoothies and will even crush frozen fruit, b...

I've seen this recipe recommended several times around here and I'm going to make it. I've never cooked anything like this before, so I could use some wisdom. The recipe instructs to first brown...

by Melanie Wong 1 month ago

" . . . On the one hand, these studies confirm how hard it is to make indoor dining safe,since masks cannot be worn while eating. Airborne transmission is not only possible while dining, it is poss...

by Charles Yu 1 month ago

To combat the chilly weather, I decided to make myself one of my favorite savory, hearty, comfort food. Based on the ingredients used, I think I am to go trump any commercial version out there! Ha!...

Hello, Need some help here.  I soaked brandy and prunes for 24 hours and used it to make a prune clafoutis based on Michel Roux's recipe.  The clafoutis came out great tasting but the prun...

My cheap department store cookware is falling apart, and it’s time to get some quality equipment. I usually cook for two, on a gas range, but sometimes we have guests, so I need to keep some option...

Hi, I’m looking for Chan Chi Kee Kau Kong Chopper KF 1402. can someone suggest a source? I see someone on eBay selling them from Hong Kong but for a few reasons I’d rather not go that route. Thanks

I made this ravioli last night with browned butter sage sauce but I had a lot of problems with the pasta. I followed the video below because it seemed to me the most simple and basic whereas other...

When making a ragu or something that I want to simmer for a few hours, does it matter if I use a lid and reduce it at the end or without one and add water as it evaporates? I prefer with a lid s...

by Melanie Wong 1 month ago

" . . . About half of those polled say they’ve struggled to afford food, while 37% report skipping meals themselves so there was enough food for their children to eat. Yet 63% said they didn’t real...

I have a recipe for a rich sauce for steak. It calls for veal bones and veal stock. I have not been able to find either at any butcher nearby. What can I substitute instead?