Sourdough Starter
People love my sourdough. At least they say they do. I’ve had this starter going for about three years. Clearly not as long as many but it’s developing nicely. Anyway, people think there’s some magic to this. There isn’t. Here’s the easiest way to create and grow your own...
Nanaimo Bars
It’s a Canadian thing. I’m not Canadian, but my wife is. These are always a hit. Cardiologists and dentists are big fans of these as they create a lot of patients, I’m sure. Update (27 February 2022): I’ve recently found Custard Powder at our local World Market / Cost...
Mincemeat
When I was like 10 or 12 a friend’s parents were going to conference and asked if Jeff could have Thanksgiving with us. Sure! At the end of dinner out come the pies. Pumpkin and mincemeat. I liked neither, still don’t. But Jeff asked for a slice of mincemeat....
Breadsticks
Ingredients 1 cup plus 2 tablespoons warm water 1.5 teaspoons instant yeast 1 teaspoon dried oregano (optional) 16 ounces bread flour 2 tablespoons granulated sugar 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted (or ~7 teaspoons olive oil [I like using garlic-infused olive oil]) 1.75 teaspoons salt Topping 2 tablespoons melted butter 0.5 teaspoons kosher salt 0.25 teaspoons garlic powder Cheese (optional)...
Chopped
On Chopped the contestants have to use weird ingredients and make an appetizer, a main course, and a dessert. Too easy. They should only be allowed to use what they find in a random college kid’s dorm room. And only be allowed to use tools and appliances that kid...