Menu/recipes for a cooking party? [more inside]
posted on Sep 26, 2008 - 11 answers
Steamed Rice with what? I'd like to use my rice cooker more often. I'm looking for recipes that take five to ten minutes that I can add / pour over / serve next to my steamed rice. Bonus: What are some things I can add to the rice cooker as the rice is being cooked to make it a one pot meal?
posted on Sep 1, 2008 - 34 answers
What's your secret for a delicious cheese fondue? [more inside]
posted on Aug 8, 2008 - 20 answers
We got a huge load of bok choy in our CSA last week, and I'm at a loss as to what to do with it outside of stir-fry. Please, no more stir-fry! Bonus points for dishes that could be frozen.
posted on Jun 23, 2008 - 29 answers
Italian Cookbook: I'm going to live in Italy for 2 months this summer. Tell me what cookbook I should bring along! [more inside]
posted on Jun 14, 2008 - 12 answers
I need help learning to plan meals, both to improve nutrition and cut down on costs. I don't want general advice or strategies so much as specific guides and menus. What's out there? [more inside]
posted on Jun 8, 2008 - 12 answers 
I just bought a big bag of sumac (the spice, not the poison). Now what? [more inside]
posted on Jun 3, 2008 - 15 answers
CookingFilter: I need cookbooks or websites that have step by step visuals of recipes. [more inside]
posted on May 27, 2008 - 15 answers
What are your favorite tofu recipes?
posted on May 27, 2008 - 31 answers
To the Indian MeFites - and the non-indian chefs as well - what are your favorite family Indian recipes and what are some tricks in the preparation to give the food that authentic Indian taste. You know, rich, delicious, mouth-watering, and savoury to the point that eating becomes a spiritual experiece in itself. [more inside]
posted on May 25, 2008 - 17 answers
Where can I find beta testers for a niche-ish recipe site? [more inside]
posted on May 21, 2008 - 9 answers
CookingFilter: Recipes, books, and blogs dedicated to recipes to beginner cooks or cooks on a budget? [more inside]
posted on May 19, 2008 - 14 answers
Looking at my rhubarb patch, it seems I'm going to be eating a lot of rhubarb this summer. Though my mother always had some in our garden, I don't think I've ever eaten rhubarb in any form but in rhubarb pie or rhubarb crisp. What's your favourite rhubarb recipe?
posted on May 16, 2008 - 37 answers
What should I cook with my cast iron skillet? [more inside]
posted on May 1, 2008 - 39 answers
Does anyone have great recipes that can use up a massive bag of vegetables? I am hoping I will end up with one or two dishes, preferably that I can then portion up and freeze. [more inside]
posted on Apr 12, 2008 - 17 answers
Help learn to like (or at least tolerate) fish! Recipes needed. [more inside]
posted on Apr 7, 2008 - 34 answers
I want to make easy and tasty international recipes [more inside]
posted on Mar 31, 2008 - 14 answers
I want to cook with spelt berries. Do you cook with spelt berries? Please tell me why, and how to do it awesomely. [more inside]
posted on Mar 27, 2008 - 3 answers
I'm currently living with 14 other people. We take turns cooking for each other. So Mefites, please help me with cheap, easy and delicious recipes that are easy to scale up to very large portions. Difficulty: We only have one medium sized oven but several stove tops. Oh, and one of us can't eat chili.
posted on Mar 17, 2008 - 26 answers
Help! I'm cooking a rather large batch of baked chicken tonight, but there are only two of us and I'm wanting to save the leftovers for later. What's the best way to do so? [more inside]
posted on Mar 16, 2008 - 11 answers
I need your creative dorm-room cooking recipes and tips. [more inside]
posted on Mar 12, 2008 - 24 answers
My girlfriend and I are going away to a remote cabin in a few weeks and we are trying to think of what to cook while we are there. [more inside]
posted on Mar 8, 2008 - 11 answers
Help me fine tune having to heat a dairy-based sauce in a crockpot without it falling apart. [more inside]
posted on Mar 5, 2008 - 6 answers
Help me find new burger recipes. [more inside]
posted on Feb 25, 2008 - 26 answers
Does this website exist: track recipes (online/offline), add notes (including dates), maybe upload images, cooking stats, etc.? [more inside]
posted on Feb 16, 2008 - 2 answers
Anybody have any good recipes for lamb breast? [more inside]
posted on Jan 17, 2008 - 8 answers
A crate of homegrown turnips showed up in my life yesterday. I've never cooked with turnips before (hell, I don't recall ever eating them before). Do you have any particularly delicious ways of using turnips? I know I can treat them like mashed potatoes, which sounds good. [more inside]
posted on Jan 10, 2008 - 25 answers
So, I have just purchased this tagine, and I've got a few questions (and wouldn't mind a recipe or three either)... [more inside]
posted on Jan 10, 2008 - 10 answers
Cooking for one: I need some tasty, healthy single-serving recipe ideas! [more inside]
posted on Dec 28, 2007 - 27 answers
CookingFilter! I need tips and tricks for making the bestest peppermint bark EVAH. Also any favorite peppermint bark recipes. [more inside]
posted on Dec 20, 2007 - 8 answers
What's the sticky glutinous gunk I get on the bottom of the pan when I try to fry rice? [more inside]
posted on Dec 17, 2007 - 23 answers
I need some tried and true delicious vegan recipes. [more inside]
posted on Dec 13, 2007 - 13 answers
Surprisingly good microwave recipes anyone? I'm looking for microwave recipes for jams, candy, etc. that you've actually made and turned out surprisingly well for being cooked in a microwave. I'm particularly interested in any recipe that can be made and put in containers for Christmas gifts.
posted on Dec 10, 2007 - 8 answers
I am craving slow-cooked goodness. Please share your favorite crock-pot recipes! [more inside]
posted on Nov 19, 2007 - 24 answers
What parts of your cooking do you strictly DIY? I'm looking for more ways to incorporate "doing it myself" into my cooking. [more inside]
posted on Nov 9, 2007 - 79 answers
I hate cooking. I hate cooking. I really, really, really hate cooking. I need to learn how to love it. [more inside]
posted on Oct 20, 2007 - 87 answers
help me use up 19 eggs! [more inside]
posted on Sep 20, 2007 - 47 answers
It's September, and (this morning, at least) it feels like fall is on its way. There's nothing I like more as the weather gets colder than a hearty bowl of stew. Can you suggest some delicious stews I might not have tried before? [more inside]
posted on Sep 5, 2007 - 21 answers
Oh my god, it's FINALLY tomato season, but what can I do with all these tomato skins? [more inside]
posted on Sep 1, 2007 - 6 answers
What are some good recipes that use up a lot of garlic? Bonus points if they keep well or can be frozen, because I'm talking about 2 pounds of peeled cloves, here. [more inside]
posted on Aug 20, 2007 - 30 answers
Ever tried cooking with Strongbow? [more inside]
posted on Aug 12, 2007 - 16 answers
What are your favourite "don't cook before freezing" freezer meal recipes? [more inside]
posted on Aug 7, 2007 - 19 answers
Give me some salad dressing recipes! [more inside]
posted on Jul 24, 2007 - 19 answers
Can you guys help me add some new staple recipes to my dinner repertoire? I have about 3 things that I cook, and I'm sick of 2 of them. I have a few ... issues ... with the kitchen that I'm trying to work around, which I've noted inside. [more inside]
posted on May 11, 2007 - 37 answers
It's Mother's Day soon... And I want to cook/bake my mum something - but I've got no oven! Suggestions? [more inside]
posted on May 8, 2007 - 15 answers
Protein bars: Best low-fat high-protein recipes? I'm trying to cut out spending money on Luna, Balance, and Clif Builder bars, but all the recipes I can find have about as much fat as protein, and certainly don't make the minimum 30-30-40 grade. Yes, even the Alton Brown one. Alternatively, recommend pescotarian, easily portable high-protein food sources (cottage cheese isn't portable enough). [more inside]
posted on Apr 16, 2007 - 8 answers
Got any easily-frozen-and-reheated recipes with no starch? [more inside]
posted on Mar 14, 2007 - 8 answers
What is the neatest thing you do (or have done) with your KitchenAid mixer? [more inside]
posted on Jan 18, 2007 - 29 answers
If you could only cook recipes from one cookbook ever again, which cookbook would you choose? I'm looking to slim down my large, useless cookbook collection and instead invest in one or two that have lots of cookable, consistently good and useful recipes.
posted on Jan 13, 2007 - 51 answers
What interesting and nutritious meals can I make out of items regularly given out from the food bank? [more inside]
posted on Dec 29, 2006 - 15 answers
help me find the Vietnamese grandmother i never had (digital version): i’m looking for the web’s best references to learn to cook northern-style foods. [more inside]
posted on Dec 9, 2006 - 1 answers
I need some great mango recipes. [more inside]
posted on Dec 4, 2006 - 16 answers
Can you help me find recipe and shopping list software that doesn't suck? [more inside]
posted on Nov 26, 2006 - 8 answers
Does anyone have recommendations for savory southeast-Asian style tapioca recipes? [more inside]
posted on Sep 20, 2006 - 4 answers
Cooking and shopping for one: What are some good resources? Google is helping some, but not giving me exactly what I want. [more inside]
posted on Aug 12, 2006 - 14 answers
What are some good sauces and marinades for fish? [more inside]
posted on Jul 18, 2006 - 36 answers
A couple of days ago, I was googling around for help when it came to cooking rhubarb and cherries together. I found a recipe that looked really good that called for baking them wrapped in tortillas with butter, sugar, and I don't remember what else. Now I can't find the recipe any more. Any suggestions on how this might work? [more inside]
posted on Jul 1, 2006 - 5 answers
Would you substitute chicken stock for chicken broth (or vice versa) in a recipe? How interchangable are they? [more inside]
posted on Jun 17, 2006 - 16 answers
What are the most amazing low-fat slow-cooker recipes in the world? [more inside]
posted on Jun 13, 2006 - 11 answers
My partner and I recently tried indian food for the first time at Bombay Sweets in Milwaukee (http://www.milwaukeefood.com/bombaysweets/). We liked the food so much we'd like to learn how to cook it ourselves, but we can't figure out what the food was called. [more inside]
posted on May 7, 2006 - 28 answers
What are your favorite recipes that use anchovies? [more inside]
posted on Mar 27, 2006 - 35 answers
Could you please show me some excellent examples of recipe formatting? How would you improve upon standard recipe formatting? (I don’t mean storing it in XML etc, but when displayed on the screen or on paper.) [more inside]
posted on Feb 2, 2006 - 8 answers
Nutrition filter: I am looking for unique ideas for making quick, easy, heathy, inexpensive dinners (in my case, for two) every night... or at least most nights. "Dinner Hacks" you might say. I feel like I've tried all the standard "solutions" already (for example, cooking a few big meals on the weekend and eating leftovers the rest of the week). There must be something else I can try.
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posted on Jan 22, 2006 - 51 answers
I'm looking for restaurant-style instructions for making risotto, i.e. where you cook it partially, then hold until service and finish it quickly to order. [more inside]
posted on Jan 14, 2006 - 9 answers
What can I make with horseradish? [more inside]
posted on Jan 2, 2006 - 22 answers
What do you think is the cheapest, healthiest, tastiest, easiest meal to prepare? [more inside]
posted on Jan 2, 2006 - 35 answers
As an American living Down Under, I'm planning to introduce our Aussie friends to true American excess this Thanksgiving with a turducken. I've read a bunch of online recipes but I've never made one before, so I'm looking for tips and tricks from those who have. Do you know the secrets of turducken? [more inside]
posted on Nov 17, 2005 - 24 answers
Give me your best fast but healthy and tasty recipes. Cheapness is of secondary conern only. [more inside]
posted on Nov 5, 2005 - 33 answers
What are your favorite recipes for chickpeas/garbanzo beans? [more inside]
posted on Sep 27, 2005 - 24 answers
Help me corn my beef. [more inside]
posted on Sep 21, 2005 - 18 answers
What do I do with all this fresh basil? [more inside]
posted on Sep 3, 2005 - 24 answers
What's good to make with canned tuna fish? I only use it to make sandwiches and macaroni salad and there has to be something more interesting than that.
posted on Aug 23, 2005 - 46 answers
I'm in need of a tried and tested fondue recipe. I had a great one, made with fontina cheese that I got from a vegetarian cookbook, but I just can't find it again. If possible recipes with reasonably priced cheeses would be great as I'm making this for a party of 15.
posted on Aug 23, 2005 - 6 answers
I'm looking for recipes and techniques for authentic southern fried chicken. [more inside]
posted on Apr 28, 2005 - 11 answers
I need to start eating at home more often but I inevitably start making "comfort" foods...mostly because I lack the knowledge and to make lighter foods...what cookbook do you recommend for light and delicious recipes? I don't care if the recipes are easy or not...just want good, fresh, "light" food....
posted on Apr 14, 2005 - 23 answers
Smooth banana pudding? Years ago I cooked a banana pudding that was made from scratch with ordinary ingredients, yet fairly easy (stovetop, no double boiler), but I've lost the recipe. Most the recipes I've found on the web so far call for instant pudding mix (icky), and all are giving directions for what is basically a custard with sliced bananas in it, instead of the smooth "banana creme" pudding I'm remembering. Do you have a recipe for something like this? Or alternatively, something using bananas that's so good, it's going to make me forget all about that silly old "smooth pudding" recipe?
posted on Apr 1, 2005 - 3 answers
We have decided as a family that we need to lower our cholesterol levels, and want to add fish to our diet for the omega 3 fatty acids. But we all hate the taste of fish. [more inside]
posted on Mar 21, 2005 - 45 answers
So on Saturday at the Ferry Building Farmer's Market, Prather Ranch had a special on Eye of Round beef. Being a sucker for getting a giant piece of meat at less than half-price, I am now the proud owner of a 5 lb Eye of Round. So, uh, now what should I do with it?
posted on Mar 14, 2005 - 14 answers
I bought shrimp paste. I wanted to make vietnamese grilled shrimp paste. But I'm not sure I bought the right thing. Did I buy the right thing and if not, what do I do with the stuff I bought? [more inside]
posted on Feb 26, 2005 - 7 answers
I've just bought some leeks, and am looking for some tasty leek-oriented recipes. Any suggestions?
posted on Feb 20, 2005 - 33 answers
"Real" mashed potatoes without milk or butter. Recipes? [more inside]
posted on Feb 18, 2005 - 24 answers
I have never liked the taste of brown rice, but I would like to try to develop a taste for it, since it is so good for you. Is there something that I can add to the rice to make it taste different (and possibly better?) Other suggestions for cooking or preparing the rice, besides the standard are appreciated.
posted on Feb 10, 2005 - 31 answers
I love peanut butter, preferring creamy over chunky... but it doesn't really matter. I'm pretty sure I love peanut butter now as much as I ever did when I was a kid. What are some of your favorite ways to eat peanut butter and/or use it in other recipes?
posted on Jan 11, 2005 - 69 answers
I've been searching for years for a recipe for something that I can't spell. Since I can't spell it, I'm having a lot of trouble running searches for it - there are way too many returns when I try searching the ingredients. It's a breakfast dish that my grandmother used to prepare. ------->
posted on Dec 26, 2004 - 9 answers
We have a persimmon in the fridge and I tried a piece of it tonight. It's very astringent and made my mouth dry. We Googled recipes for persimmon cookies and persimmon fudge, but are unsure of how well they'd turn out. Anyone know of something tasty we could make with this thing so it won't go to waste?
posted on Dec 11, 2004 - 9 answers
Another AskCookingFilter…
I’ve basically got to cook an absolutely sock-blowing meal for two. What’re your tips for really impressive starters and puddings? [mi]
posted on Nov 18, 2004 - 29 answers
[VegetableFilter] What should I do with the brussel sprouts I bought?
posted on Oct 27, 2004 - 24 answers
Looking at pumpkin receipes, they all seem to be mostly sugar and gunk with a little pumpkin thrown in to make sure it lives up to its name. Am I looking at the wrong receipes?
posted on Oct 26, 2004 - 16 answers
What does one do with two pounds of Key Limes? They were selling them at the local produce mart today and I picked them up on a whim. The eponymous pie is an option, of course, but I'm wondering if there's anything else worth trying.
posted on Oct 2, 2004 - 16 answers
Continuing the food theme: what cookbooks would you recommend that you find both inspirational and reliable? Inspirational, as in the recipes just beg to be tried, or the photographs look so mouthwatering. And reliable, as in you've learned to trust that the recipes will turn out well - if not every time - then much more often than not. We have shelf-full of cookbooks already, but I'd still like to add a few more…
posted on Sep 29, 2004 - 25 answers
MoreCookingfilter. Calling all cardomom experts.
posted on Sep 28, 2004 - 12 answers
From the general to the specific: What are your favorite recipes, the dishes you prepare when you want to impress?
posted on Sep 28, 2004 - 17 answers
Ack, I'm not vegan! But I've got a friend with three kids under 9 who is, and they're coming to stay a few days. This hapless carnivore and starchivore needs your culinary assistance to feed adults and kids.
posted on Jun 29, 2004 - 34 answers
Inspired by the quirky genius of Alton Brown, and a long postponed sense of adulthood, I'm delving into the world of cooking. Can anyone recommend freeware for managing recipes for either Win XP or Palm OS, or both?
posted on Jun 7, 2004 - 8 answers
I need ideas for a special at-home dinner. I want to cook a really special dinner for my wife. Something surprising and exciting. I am not an expert-chef, but I'm pretty good at following directions -- even complicated ones. One additional issue that makes this difficult: We're both on diets. We're not on any special diet; we're just trying to avoid anything with a gargantuan amount of calories. So, I need something exciting, romantic and healthy.
posted on May 23, 2004 - 12 answers
So, boys and girls, for my birthday I was given a George Foreman Grill. I'm pretty jazzed about it. Any suggestions?
posted on May 5, 2004 - 19 answers
In the Curley household we have come to be interested in soups, especially the soups with black beans, but we are vaguely dissatisfied with our current recipe. Please share your favorite recipes for delicious black bean soup. Google will provide recipes, but semi-strangers are more trustworthy than complete strangers. (No more inside until someone replies.)
posted on Apr 12, 2004 - 12 answers
I'm looking for recommendations for a reference cookbook to supplement my current bible, The Joy of Cooking. Your thoughts? [A list of what I've got already will greet you inside.]
posted on Mar 7, 2004 - 39 answers
What type of sauce will go best with pumpkin tortellini? Anyone have good recipe suggestions?
posted on Mar 1, 2004 - 17 answers
What's your favorite recipe that can be prepared ahead of time in bulk and frozen? I'm a single parent with a 13 year old girl to cook for. I work a normal job, then spend evenings doing the Mr. Mom number, housecleaning, clothes-washing, car-repairing, homework-helping etc. etc. My time for even minimal cooking is practically nil and I order pizza or bring home Chinese much too often. Does anyone know something good that I could make several copies of on Saturday and then freeze for later? Some years back Consumer Reports did a review of frozen chicken/veggie pies, and included a recipe for their own homemade and freezable pie that beat all the commercial ones on taste, nutrition and price. That's the kind of thing I'm fishing for here. FYI, I'm a middling cook (my biscuits succeed, my puff pastry fails.) Thanks very much!
posted on Jan 5, 2004 - 33 answers
