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'Ghost Pepper' Recognized As Hottest In The World

JayCee — Mon, 06 May 2013 01:45:37 +0000

Wikipedia lists the ‘Ghost Pepper’ (Bhut Jolokia) as THE HOTTEST PEPPER IN THE WORLD, according to Guinness. Last night, employees of Townsquare Media were invited to Willie and Michelle Lim’s home for a get-together, and halfway through the night, Willie asks if we want some extra “umph” in our meal. The boss man and I [...]

Meatloaf Muffins Recipe

CJ — Tue, 30 Apr 2013 18:39:24 +0000

Make meatloaf in a muffin pan- it cooks in 15 minutes! Ingredients 1 2/3 to 1 3/4 pounds ground sirloin 1 medium onion, cut into chunks 2 ribs celery from the heart of the stalk, cut into 2-inch pieces 1 green bell pepper 1 large egg plus a splash of milk, beaten 1 cup plain [...]

You'd Have to Get a Third Job to Afford Eating From Gwyneth Paltrow's Cookbook

Cassandra Rose — Sat, 06 Apr 2013 05:04:12 +0000

If you haven't already heard, Gwyneth Paltrow has a new no meat, no dairy, no sugar, no wheat cookbook out called 'It's All Good.' Spoilers: It's not.

Not only does said book reduce you to eating the grass clippings from your lawnmower, but to cook from it for a day would set you back $300.

No, that's not an error, and no, you didn't just get dizzy because you've reduced yourself to a vegan, soy-free, gluten-free diet to fit into Gwyn's size 00 GOOP clothes: That says $300.

Make Roux In The Microwave With NO OIL

JayCee — Mon, 25 Mar 2013 19:11:25 +0000

Earlier this week, CJ posted a video about how to make a roux in the oven, with little stirring. The only problem with this method is that it takes over an hour to make, and, of course, it’s full of oil! When I saw CJ’s post, it reminded me of my mother making roux in [...]

Make A Roux In The Oven? [VIDEO]

CJ — Mon, 25 Mar 2013 18:11:17 +0000

Have you ever made a roux in the oven? What! No more stirring forever on the stove-top?

Debbie Ray Cooks – Homemade Vegetable Beef Soup

Debbie Ray — Tue, 08 Jan 2013 06:19:33 +0000

I learned to make vegetable soup from my Mom and it’s one of only a handful of things I cook. Mom never used frozen or canned vegetables and neither do I. (I did add one ingredient to my version, though.) We eat it year-round, but it’s especially good on a cold or rainy day, and [...]

Youngsville Lions Club Gumbo/Chili Cookoff This Sunday

JayCee — Fri, 02 Nov 2012 17:52:03 +0000

The 14th Annual Youngsville Lions’ Club Gumbo/Chile Cook-Off takes place Sunday in Youngsville, with great entertainment and all-you-can-eat chili and gumbo for only $5! I am going to try a new one this year: smoked venison chili. I am hoping that it is a hit with everyone (especially the judges!!!). Teams compete for 1st, 2nd [...]

What's the Real Story Behind the History of the Microwave Oven? [VIDEO]

Carl Pettit — Mon, 03 Sep 2012 14:30:47 +0000

The microwave oven is a wonderful time saver. When you want to defrost a chicken, warm up a bowl of soup, pop some popcorn or cook an instant burrito, you can’t beat microwave technology. Practically every household in the country has one of these handy home appliances nowadays, but there was a time, not so [...]

10 Amazing Tips and Tricks to Make You a Grill Master

Carl Pettit — Mon, 02 Jul 2012 13:59:07 +0000

The sun is out, your friends are over and the kids are splashing around in the pool. Ah yes, it’s summertime, and you’re just dying to break out your grill or smoker and throw an amazing barbeque party in your backyard, at the beach, or wherever you happen to be. Once you’ve invited all your [...]