So, I know you read the New York Times article, 6 Food Mistakes Parents Make. Whenever I read an article like this, I think, “Hey, I should comment on this article.” Then I think, “Wait, why does anyone care what I think about this article?” Then I think, “Hey, I have a blog. Posting my […]
An update on the Amster-Burton gardening situation. The fundamentals of our garden are strong and we do not require a federal bailout at this time. Our cherry tomato plant, which came to us a 12-inch weakling, has grown into a shaky colossus. It sprawls against the wall like a group of drunks sleeping it off. […]
Today on Serious Eats: Cooking With Kids: Amelia Bedelia Gives Advice on Baby Food With few exceptions, mashed-up adult food is perfect for babies. It’s nutritious, fun, and easy, and you don’t have to prepare separate meals. Sometimes I go on and on as if I invented this idea. Then something will come along to […]
Let’s talk about knives. Again. As I said in my review of Chad Ward’s An Edge in the Kitchen: First, I’m going to chuck my medium-gauge honing steel, which Chad says is junk, and get a ceramic steel. Second, I’m going to change the way I grip the handle of my knife. I’ve been using […]
I subscribe to the Cook’s Illustrated podcast. A new episode was posted, and as I was syncing my iPod tonight, it said, “Copying: Grilled Stuffed Pork Loin.” You can see where I’m going with this.
