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Cooking for Two! Hi everyone! I’m gearing up to cook with a friend soon and I’m on the lookout for meal ideas that allow both of us to get involved. Ideally, I’d love to create dishes that let us split up tasks—so we can both be busy rather than having one person just watching. I’m…

Curious About Cooking Meats & Kebabs in a Clay Tandoor Hello everyone! I have a bit of a niche question for those who have used a tandoor for cooking. I recently watched a video where the creator claimed it produced some of the best meat they’d ever tasted, which piqued my interest in potentially building…

I’m looking for ideas for small bites that can be made in large quantities to showcase the incredible mayo I brought back from my hometown. It’s a smooth, flavorful condiment that isn’t greasy at all, and I really want my friends to taste it! Since I only have a small jar, I’d like to create…

Craving a dense, crumbly chilled cheesecake? Recently, I visited a cozy Italian restaurant around Valentine’s Day, and they served an incredible red velvet cheesecake. It was wonderfully dense with a slightly crumbly texture and a delicate graham cracker crust. Not overly sweet, it had a delightful savory note that made it unique. They didn’t slice…

Cooking Lobster for the First Time Hey everyone! I’m about to embark on my first lobster-cooking adventure, and I want to make sure it turns out perfectly. Do you have any recipes or tips that could help elevate the dish? I’d really appreciate any advice!

Looking for an alternative to the Remoska that offers more than just baking! For those unfamiliar, the Remoska is a countertop oven known for its unique design, where the heating element is located in the lid. When my wife and I moved in together, I decided to part ways with my smaller Remoska. I wanted…

What’s the best meal you’ve ever cooked?

Can I use shelled edamame like other beans? I’ve noticed that many online recipes incorporate edamame into stir-fries or use it for baking, and some even transform it into a dip. However, I’m curious if I can boil it for stews, porridges, and curries like I do with other beans. Does it break down in…

Substitute for Shaoxing Wine Hey everyone! I’m looking for a good substitute for Shaoxing wine for a beef and broccoli recipe I’m making. I don’t have any on hand right now, but I do have ginger cooking wine and rice cooking wine (Michiu). Do you think those would work? I’d appreciate any tips or suggestions…

What are some essential pantry staples that are simple to make or cultivate at home? Growing up, I always had a robust herb garden where we would harvest fresh herbs, dry and grind others, and even whip up our own fruit jams. Recently, I tried making homemade butter for the first time, and it was…