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  • Forgot I had Frozen BBQ Eel, is it still good?

    Forgot I had Frozen BBQ Eel, is it still good?

    Subject: Is My Frozen BBQ Eel Still Good? Hi everyone! I just came across some vacuum-sealed BBQ eel in my freezer that I planned to use for dinner tonight. It was packaged in September 2021, with a best before date of September 2023. Now it’s March 2025. Is it still safe to eat, or should…

  • Help please – does anyone know this recipe?

    Help please – does anyone know this recipe?

    I need some help! Does anyone remember this recipe? Years ago, I loved making braised octopus in a tomato, paprika, and red wine sauce. It was on the myrecipes website, but unfortunately, it’s no longer available, and I can’t recall all the details. I’m hoping it’s a long shot, but if anyone saved it or…

  • Is it possible to revitalize this Calphalon saucepan?

    Is it possible to revitalize this Calphalon saucepan?

    Can this Calphalon saucepan be restored? https://imgur.com/a/J6fpWwi I’ve had this saucepan for quite some time, and it’s an older Calphalon model—so old that it doesn’t even have a model number! I believe it’s one of their hard-anodized versions. I attempted to get a replacement under warranty, but my claim was denied. As you can see,…

  • Animal based pemmican

    Animal based pemmican

    Animal-Based Pemmican Recipe Ingredients: Lean beef Beef tallow 100% unrefined sea salt Instructions: Preheat your oven to its lowest setting, around 150°F (65°C). Slice the beef into very thin strips and arrange them on a baking sheet. Alternatively, you can place the strips directly on the oven rack, though this may lead to drippings inside…

  • What the best vegetables can add to a Spaghetti Bolognese and aside from meat, what else can I add?

    What the best vegetables can add to a Spaghetti Bolognese and aside from meat, what else can I add?

    What are the best vegetables to include in a Spaghetti Bolognese? Besides meat, what additional ingredients can I incorporate?

  • Appetizer/ canapé for St. Patrick’s Day dinner?

    Appetizer/ canapé for St. Patrick’s Day dinner?

    Looking for St. Patrick’s Day appetizer/canapé ideas! We’re thrilled that our wonderful neighbors have invited us to their St. Patrick’s Day dinner next week! I’ve earned the nickname ‘appetizer/canapé lady’, and I’d love to bring something festive for the occasion. However, I’m stumped at the moment. Any suggestions?

  • Use salad spinner to remove excess oil in deep fry?

    Use salad spinner to remove excess oil in deep fry?

    Has anyone ever experimented with using a salad spinner to get rid of excess oil from deep-fried foods? Do you think the effort is worth the calories saved? I’ve been pondering this idea for a while, but I’m curious why it’s not a common practice.

  • Beginner Knives $60

    Beginner Knives $60<

    Beginner Knives Under $60 Hey everyone! I’ve just moved into my own place as a young adult, and to save on rent, I plan to cook more and eat out less. I’ve been doing some research and I know a lot of people recommend skipping knife sets in favor of just a chef’s knife and…

  • Cooking tips/tricks that save you the most time.

    Cooking tips/tricks that save you the most time.

    Time-Saving Cooking Tips You Might Not Know About My wife often enjoys watching cooking shows, and I typically tune them out as background noise. However, one day, I caught an episode featuring professional chefs mentoring novices for a competition. I can’t remember the show’s name, but I ended up learning a valuable skill that has…

  • Best way to cook chicken fajitas?

    Best way to cook chicken fajitas?

    What’s the best way to cook chicken fajitas? I decided to use Kenji’s marinade recipe with chicken tenders since that’s what I had on hand. I let them marinate overnight and was initially planning to go the “sheet pan” route. But now I’m wondering if cooking them in a cast iron skillet would yield better…