Clear Chicken Broth
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Chicken broth is such a useful ingredient to have on hand and it can be made in so many ways. This is one of them...
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How Do you Feel About Leftovers?
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Some folks love them and others would rather endure an ice bath in winter than eat leftovers. This should be an interesting discussion.
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Chicken Pastina Soup
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A hearty Italian American soup that uses Stelline - a tiny start-shaped pasta often called, "Pastina".
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Prime Rib Closed Oven Door Method
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A super simple way to cook a Prime Rib roast to perfect medium-rare from end to end.
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Pastina and Egg: A Childhood Favorite
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The Reports Of Pastina’s Death Are Greatly Exaggerated I know. I know! Ronzoni is no longer making and selling Pastina and I know it has...
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Stuffed Pork Chops. Great Roast Turkey Alternative For Friendsgiving, Thanksgiving or Anytime!
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Maybe you are hosting Friendsgiving, post Thanksgiving, and you and your friends have had their fill of turkey. Perhaps it is only two of you...
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Famous Family Story #1 – Aunt Shirley’s Holiday Cream Puffs
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Dateline: Somewhere in the 1960's My Aunt Shirley makes a few dozen of her legendary Cream Puffs for a holiday dinner she is hosting. She...
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Linguine & White Cannellini Clam Sauce
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We hacked the Italian restaurant classic to add protein, fiber, flavor and texture – this is very much like the original only better! This may...
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Chicken Broth (From Chicken Fat?)
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Chicken broth is one of the most versatile ingredients in any kitchen and I keep at least one can of commercially made chicken broth or...
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Clams Oreganata
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Normally made with the small calms called ‘Little Neck’, at least in the eastern U.S., Clams Oreganata has been a favorite Italian appetizer since at...
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Bread and Sausage Dressing
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This is a wonderfully versatile dressing that can be used with roast chicken, turkey, duck or goose. It’s great for stuffed pork chops and can...
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Low Carb Sausage And Pepper Pinwheels
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I was invited to a party by a neighbor not too long ago and I offered to bring an appetizer. I was feeling adventurous so...
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Leonard’s Grilled Potatoes
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When my wife was a child, her Dad would make a summer side dish that her whole family loved. He would slice potatoes and onions,...
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My Beloved Weber Q
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If you’ve spent any time at the Chef Hacker Kitchen website or YouTube page you may know that I have an early model Ducane Grill...
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Easter Wheat Pie
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My Great Aunt Mary served me a slice of this delicious pie many years ago and when I asked her for the recipe she handed...
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Matzo Ball Soup With A Greek Diner Hack
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I love to eat at diners. Fresh coffee in ceramic mugs. Hard top tables, booths and counters. Pastries on display under plasti-glass domes. Authentic gum...
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Roast Leg Of Lamb
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Is there a roast that engenders more passion than a leg of lamb? I think not. People seem to either love it or hate it....
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Lets Explore Mirepoix!
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A lot of cooking is elemental. That is, finished dishes are often made by taking ingredients that have already been prepared and combining them with...
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Rice Pilaf: An Easy-To-Make Classic Side Dish
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Not only is this is classic and versatile side dish quick and easy to make. It’s also delicious and universally appreciated. Over the years I’ve...
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My(π) > Your(π)
(aka The Pizza Principal)
What do you think is the key driver in determining the best local pizza? You might be surprised by the answer!
Chicken broth is such a useful ingredient to have on hand and it can be made in so many ways. This is one of them that is quick and easy and made with very inexpensive cuts of chicken.
Easy to make stove top Pot Roast
Some folks love them and others would rather endure an ice bath in winter than eat leftovers. This should be an interesting discussion.
Should You Modify A Recipe?
Do you change some quantities, alter preparation or cooking methods or add or remove certain ingredients. Is it a good idea to do so?