Cooking
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What is the meaning of Thanksgiving and how do I prepare a Turkey?
Posted by Greg Laden on November 26, 2014 
These are important questions, though I must say it is a little late for you to be asking considering that Thanksgiving is right around the corner! Thanksgiving is a feast, and feasting is something humans do in many cultures (but not all, probably). A while back I wrote a piece of feasting that you should…
The perfect gift for anyone who does not have … a banana slicer
Posted by Greg Laden on February 8, 2013 … which I imagine is a lot of people. It is brilliant. Yellow, so you can find it among your other utensils and remember that it is for bananas. Banana shaped, which makes it godly, almost, as you all know. Safer than a knife. But what is most wonderful about the Hutzler 571 are the…
The Science of Good Cooking
Posted by Greg Laden on December 1, 2012 
Does grinding your own meat make a better burger? How does adding fat to your eggs create the perfect tender omelet? Why should you have patience before carving your roast? Discover the science behind everyday cooking with Christopher Kimball from America’s Test Kitchen and Cook’s Illustrated. Join us as we explore the fundamental science explaining…
How to make stock
Posted by Greg Laden on November 18, 2012 I previously posted on a way to make a turkey that would leave you with the bulk of the bird’s uncooked skeleton, and I promised some tips for how to make good stock.
How to make gravy
Posted by Greg Laden on November 18, 2012 You’ve got your turkey all planned out, and you’ve got some stock. Now, it’s time to explore the true meaning of Thanksgiving. Gravy. (And maybe something to put it on.) I will tell you how to make excellent gravy with no stress and guaranteed success. Without lumps.
How To Cook A Turkey
Posted by Greg Laden on November 18, 2012 First, consider cooking something other than a turkey Cooking turkey is actually kind of a dumb idea. Most people don’t ever cook turkey. Turkey is like chicken … it’s a domestic bird that is familiar to all Americans … but it is very difficult to cook in a way that does not ruin it. So…
How to cook corn on the cob
Posted by Greg Laden on September 12, 2012 It has been a while since we’ve done a recipe. And, it has been a while since we had a huge internet fight over something. Therefore, we will discuss: how to cook corn on the cob!
Cabin Cooking Tips
Posted by Greg Laden on June 22, 2012 
Tip 1: Get some corn-on-the-cob and a large pot for which you have a tight fitting top. Husk the corn while you boil a large amount of water in the pot (salted if you like, for flavor). Put the corn-on-the-cob in the water and leave the heat on only for a minute, put the top…
BBQ is not a verb; BBQ is not a grill…
Posted by Greg Laden on August 5, 2010 “When my life is through, bury me in barbeque.” Hat Tip: Miss Cellania.
More on cooking a turkey
Posted by Greg Laden on November 18, 2009 Cooking turkey is actually kind of a dumb idea. Most people don’t ever cook turkey. Turkey is like chicken … it’s a domestic bird that is familiar to all Americans … but it is very difficult to cook in a way that does not ruin it. So once a year, you cook this huge bird…