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Make Your Own Pumpkin Pie Spice
For years I thought pumpkin pie spice was a special spice — only recently did I realize it's actually a spice blend. And, like any spice blend, be it herbs de Provence or a rub for barbecue, pumpkin pie spice is easy to make. Why waste a couple of bucks buying it when you already have the ingredients in your pantry?!
How to Make Chicken Cutlets
When I was developing my recipe for buffalo chicken mac and cheese, I headed to the local butcher to buy chicken cutlets. The butcher said he didn't have any on hand, but could make some for me on the spot. But when I stood there watching him, I couldn't believe how easy it was!
Make Your Own Vegetable Stock
While many soup recipes incorporate vegetarian-friendly ingredients like vegetables, cream, or cheese, the majority call for chicken broth, making them inedible to someone who doesn't consume meat. This problem is easily remedied with one simple component: vegetable stock. Made from vegetables that are roasted and then simmered in water, veggie stock is flavorful and rich.
Food Section Sampler — Sept. 16, 2009
- What caused legendary Central Park destination Tavern on the Green to file for bankruptcy? — New York Times
- Homemade versions of fast-food favorites turn out to be cheaper. — Washington Post
- LA is facing a proposed city ordinance that would require farmers markets to pay tens of thousands of dollars in fees.
Come Party With Me: End of Summer BBQ — Desserts
I just realized that the entire Summer has almost passed and I have not enjoyed one s'more! Before the long warm nights are replaced with Fall's cool evenings, I must make s'mores. What better time to do it than at my end of Summer barbecue?!
Make Your Own Salsa
For the first 23 years of my life, I thought salsa was something purchased at the grocery store or enjoyed at a Mexican restaurant. Then one day, I realized I could make it at home using fresh ingredients and everything changed.
The entire experience of eating salsa (with tortilla chips, of course) was enhanced.
Do You Own an Ice-Cream Maker?
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Do You Own an Ice-Cream Maker?
Yes! I can't live without homemade ice cream.
Make Your Own Barbecue Sauce
I'm with the majority: I love barbecue sauce. Not just any barbecue sauce, but homemade finger-licking good barbecue sauce. Every Summer, I end up making some random recipe and become totally obsessed with it.
Do You Make Your Own Salad Dressing?
Do You Make Your Own Salad Dressing?
Yes, always! It takes two seconds to throw together a vinaigrette.
Make Your Own Harissa
Any gourmand with a hankering for something spicy would be right at home in my kitchen, where the fridge is stocked with scorching sauces from every corner of the world. From Tabasco to Sambal Oelek and Sriracha, I'm extremely well-supplied in the store-bought specialties department.
I recently came to the conclusion, however, that I'm lacking somewhat in the homemade hot sauce category.
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