Go pick up a copy of A Farewell to Arms or “Big Two-Hearted River” and pick any random page and the characters are either drinking or eating, though it’s more likely the former. He even titled his memoir, A Moveable Feast. Recently I was working on a paper for a class in my Master’s program that was discussing the use of food and drink in Hemingway’s works as a form of escapism....
I’m more sick of turkey than most people because my parents insist on having it for both Thanksgiving and Christmas. My dad buys a 20-plus pound bird for Thanksgiving. And then he gets a free turkey from work as a holiday gift—he’s an accountant, so I’m not really sure why. We are only a family of five and can never eat it all, so that means never-ending leftovers that get drier with each passing day....
Avocado + Eggs = Guacamole Deviled Eggs! Have you ever tried deviled eggs with guacamole? So simple, yet brilliant. The “deviled” part comes from the chile in the guacamole. The addition of avocado is appropriate because their natural creaminess means you don’t need mayonnaise. These avocado deviled eggs are delicious and beautifully green! How to Choose Avocados Use only ripe avocados—avocados with some give when you press them gently. If they are hard, they aren’t ripe and not only will they not taste good, you won’t be able to easily mash them....
They labeled me a “jibara” (a hick or country girl). The fact that I’d never even visited Puerto Rico at that point was irrelevant to my classmates. I was mortified. I swore I’d only bring PB&Js to lunch in the future. But as an adult, this dish has become important to me, because it serves as the link to my Puerto Rican culture. What Is Bacalao Guisado? Bacalao Guisado, or salted cod stew, is a rich, tomato-based stew flavored with onions, peppers, and garlic, then bulked up with potatoes....
A couple of weeks ago I posted Ham & Cheese French Toastie Roll Ups. French toast you can eat with your hands and tastes like ham and cheese toasties. After those roll ups turned out so well, I simply had to come up with a bacon version. Because…..you know…..bacon. The smell of sizzling bacon in the morning is the best thing in the world, especially if you had too much wine last night....
Even if you don’t think of yourself as a gin drinker, a Bee’s Knees is worth trying. It’s the perfect balance of sweet and sour, with herbal notes from the gin and a rich, sweet flavor from the honey What Kind of Gin Should I Use? The Bee’s Knees does not demand fancy ingredients. While I wouldn’t recommend anything with a handle or in a plastic bottle, any of your mid-range gins will do the trick....
I always cook rice when I’m making curry. It’s an automatic thing. Even if we’re having naan breads or chapatis, I go into autopilot and put on a pan of boiled rice. So it was actually kind of nice for once, having the recipe out in front of me to follow step by step, to take me out of that autopilot setting. And it made such a lovely change! If you saw my first review of HelloFresh about a year and a half ago (the Cajun Pork with Bulgar Wheat and Garlicky Greens post) that was the first time I’d ever cooked with bulgar wheat (which is now a store cupboard staple - love making tabbouleh!...
BONUS: this all happens in one pan, it’s 100% perfect for make ahead and freezing, and makes its own barbecue sauce (and it might be the best you ever have in your life!). Slow cooked BBQ Beef Ribs Beef ribs are the king of all beef cuts for slow cooking (pretty sure I said that in my Beef Short Ribs in Red Wine Sauce too). They are juicier than brisket and chuck (there’s always a few lean-ish patches, that’s just the way that cut is)....
Top tip: These are excellent to grill on the BBQ, or even better, over charcoal for a truly authentic Thai experience. Thai Beef Satay When I eat out at Thai restaurants, I tend to default to Chicken Satay skewers because I know chicken is hard to get wrong. Beef Satay, on the other hand, can be terribly hit or miss. Bland, chewy and dry beef is an all-too-common refrain. To experience Beef Satay the way it’s meant to be, better to make it yourself....
We love nothing more than pub food. Not only is it the ultimate comfort food, but it’s also the best party food too! Win-win! The difficult thing with party food, is that you’re usually trying to coordinate making 10 different dishes all at once. That has led to far too much stress before a fun event, so we have embraced dishes like beer cheese dip because they are easy and quick to make, and completely delicious....
Hot Sauce: We prefer using Frank’s Red Hot for the hot wing sauce. I find that it has the best flavor. Blue Cheese vs. Ranch: Don’t like bleu cheese? We get it. Bleu cheese is a flavor you either love or hate. You can substitute ranch dressing in place of the bleu cheese dressing in this recipe. Then use crumbled feta on top in place of the crumbled bleu cheese....
This recipe has been in the works for quite a while. One of my favorite free samples at Costco is the Aussie Bites. They are so stinkin’ delicious, but boy are they expensive. I may or may not sneak back for second and third samples. I’d been salivating over them for far too long so I embarked on making my own copycat version at home. I took a picture of the ingredient list on the box and went to work....
The best online bartending schools have a diverse set of modules that cover important topics such as the fundamentals of bar service and tools needed along with foundational information on classic cocktails and how to mix your own. They provide the information needed to reach your individual goals, whether that is to work as a professional bartender or to simply mix better drinks at home. Continue reading for more about the best online bartending schools....
Another appealing feature of vegan subscription boxes is the access to variety. For those who aren’t proficient in the kitchen, these meal plans allow you to explore and taste the flavors of vegan world cuisines. These recipes also offer easy prep—some requiring just a 3-minute spin in the microwave. We did the research for you and came up with a list of the best vegan subscription boxes available today....
Funny thing is, if you looked in our liquor cabinet, you would find all sorts of wonderful things to drink—vermouth, marsala, madeira, rum, calvados, JD, Maker’s Mark—yet nobody in our family actually drinks anything beyond an occasional glass of wine or beer. Or maybe a small glass of sherry or port. All those high octane bottles are for use in cooking, including the bourbon. I love the taste of bourbon, with its slightly smoky edge....
What Are Lamb Shanks? The shank is the part of the animal between the hoof and the knee, right below the leg of lamb cut. Because they get a lot of exercise (almost all lamb is raised grass fed on the range), the shanks can be rather tough. But because of that exercise, they also have the most wonderful flavor! Tough cuts like lamb shanks lend themselves well to a low and slow braise....
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While you can fill it with a myriad of fillings, a crepe filled with ham and cheese and topped with an egg, called Galette Complète, is the legendary Breton crepe and makes a substantial meal for lunch, brunch, or any time of day you have an itch to travel without getting on a plane. I’ve taken a few liberties here in making this famous crepe. For a touch of green, I’ve added asparagus, and for ease, I’ve provided instructions for a half-moon shaped crepe instead of the traditional square....
If you use pre-spiralized zucchini, it’s as easy as can be. And you can mix in a cooked protein (such as chicken or shrimp) and turn these into a complete meal. These zoodles with butter and parmesan are so amazing. The first time I made them I was delighted - they are so close to the experience of eating real buttered noodles! Ingredients You’ll only need a few simple ingredients to make zucchini noodles....
