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Always get the big peanuts

INDIGNITY • 235 implied HN points • 09 Feb 24
🍲 Food & Drink Recipes
  1. Opt for healthier snack alternatives like peanuts for crunch without the guilt of unhealthy options.
  2. Making small changes like cutting down on sugar, coffee, and unhealthy snacks can lead to positive transformations in your diet.
  3. Choosing the right variety of peanuts, like Virginia peanuts, can make a difference in the satisfaction and healthiness of your snack choices.

Eggplant Deep Dive

Susanality • 471 implied HN points • 15 Sep 23
🍲 Food & Drink Recipes
  1. Eggplant is a versatile ingredient that can be a meat substitute.
  2. Preparing eggplant doesn't have to be time-consuming; there are various cooking methods like grilling and stewing.
  3. Tips for cooking with eggplant include not salting it, using smaller eggplants, and grilling or roasting thick slices.

Recipe: Peach-Blueberry Cakefoutis

Wordloaf • 471 implied HN points • 04 Sep 23
🍲 Food & Drink Recipes
  1. The recipe shared is for Peach-Blueberry Cakefoutis, a twist on French apple cake
  2. The Cakefoutis recipe involves creating a fluffy cake layer over a custardy-fruit layer
  3. The recipe encourages using stone fruit like peaches, nectarines, or plums, and improvising with fruit combinations

The Case for Apple Brandy

Cocktails With Suderman • 479 implied HN points • 27 Oct 23
🍲 Food & Drink Recipes
  1. Apple brandy is a versatile and underrated liquor for home bartenders.
  2. Apple brandy can be used as a substitute or partner in various cocktails to enhance flavors.
  3. American apple brandy like Laird's Straight Apple Brandy is recommended for beginners due to its affordability and quality.
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Notes From the Road

The Jewish Table • 452 implied HN points • 04 Oct 23
🍲 Food & Drink Recipes
  1. Book tours can be fulfilling but challenging as a parent.
  2. Being away from kids for work has its difficulties but can be worth it.
  3. Lehrhaus in Boston is a unique Jewish tavern and house of study with creative menus and classes.

ex150ish-5: One Week In

The Heart Attack Diet • 119 implied HN points • 17 Apr 24
🏥 Health & Wellness Recipes
  1. The author experimented with a strict diet of beef, tomatoes, cream, butter, and other items, experiencing a mix of fatigue, headaches, and possible sickness, but also moments of increased energy and weight loss.
  2. Despite feeling unwell initially, the author eventually started feeling better and experienced a significant drop in weight, aiming to reach a stable state of ketosis.
  3. The author shared a new pickled cabbage recipe received from their mother, highlighting its pleasant taste when paired with beef, tomato curry, and cream, emphasizing its cost-effectiveness and deliciousness.

Silken Sweetness: Tofu Fa and Mango Coconut Sago

Vittles • 164 implied HN points • 20 Aug 25
🍲 Food & Drink Recipes
  1. Tofu fa and mango coconut sago are two traditional Hong Kong desserts that can easily be made vegan. They each have unique flavors and textures, making them special.
  2. Tofu fa is made from soya milk and has a silky smooth texture. A modern version can be prepared quickly using agar-agar instead of traditional methods.
  3. Mango coconut sago is a vibrant dessert that features tropical flavors and cheerful ingredients. It's great for celebrations and reflects the diverse food history of Hong Kong.

Roasted Squash Salad with Burrata and Quinoa Crunch

Susanality • 432 implied HN points • 06 Oct 23
🍲 Food & Drink Recipes
  1. The Quinoa Crunch can elevate a simple dish like Roasted Squash Salad to a whole new level of deliciousness.
  2. Consider making the Quinoa Crunch in larger batches to enjoy with salads, oatmeal, or savory yogurt bowls.
  3. Get inspired by seasonal produce like squash to create delicious fall salads with unique flavors and textures.

Matzo Lahmajun

The Jewish Table • 432 implied HN points • 22 Mar 23
🍲 Food & Drink Recipes
  1. The Jewish Table celebrates its 2nd anniversary and the author's birthday with a unique recipe - Matzo Lahmajun
  2. Matzo Lahmajun is a savory Passover-friendly dish with a rich history rooted in various cultures
  3. The author shares a sneak peek recipe from their upcoming cookbook, Portico, with a preorder offer

A Dark Rum Tea Toddy

Cocktails With Suderman • 279 implied HN points • 19 Jan 24
🍲 Food & Drink Recipes
  1. A Dark Rum Tea Toddy is a complex cocktail made with rum, sweet vermouth, Black Walnut bitters, syrup, and black tea.
  2. This cocktail builds on the basic Hot Toddy formula but requires specific ingredients that may need some planning to acquire.
  3. The combination of high-proof rum, vermouth, bitters, syrup, and herbal tea creates a unique, aromatic, and complex drink that showcases the versatility of the Hot Toddy format.

Food Friday!

INDIGNITY • 216 implied HN points • 03 Feb 24
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  1. The article discusses the author's experience trying a cacao fruit and making chocolate from it.
  2. A review of a frozen pizza, the 'Surfer Boy' pizza, inspired by the TV show 'Stranger Things'.
  3. Information on sandwich recipes from a cookbook published in 1927.

A breakfast to look forward to

A Small and Simple Thing • 412 implied HN points • 09 Oct 23
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  1. Breakfast in the author's house is about ease and consistency, with weekdays requiring little effort for meals due to morning routines.
  2. The author goes through years-long periods of eating the same breakfast, showcasing a devotion to routine and simplicity.
  3. The author and their family have been enjoying overnight oats, referred to as 'O'Nites,' with recent modifications bringing excitement to their breakfast routine.

Parmesan Pea Spread

Susanality • 412 implied HN points • 31 Mar 23
🍲 Food & Drink Recipes
  1. The Parmesan Pea Spread recipe makes a versatile and easy springtime appetizer.
  2. Suzanne Lenzer, a food stylist and author, creates beautiful wooden bowls using a Japanese wood preservation method called shou sugi ban.
  3. Suzanne Lenzer's approach to woodworking focuses on using local, salvaged wood to create unique pieces with natural imperfections.

Baked Sungold Pasta

Susanality • 412 implied HN points • 22 Sep 23
🍲 Food & Drink Recipes
  1. Recipe for Baked Sungold Pasta that celebrates the end of summer with veggies
  2. The dish is a cozy casserole perfect for chilly evenings
  3. Encouragement to try the recipe and enjoy the end-of-summer meal

The Creamiest Wild Mushroom Pasta

The Amateur Gourmet Newsletter • 373 implied HN points • 23 Oct 23
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  1. The author shares a recipe for creamy mushroom pasta with homemade egg noodles.
  2. The author talks about interviewing Abi Balingit, the author of a Filipino American dessert book, and her experiences during the pandemic.
  3. The article includes a discussion on various American sweet foods and the author's experiences with Filipino food and charity work.

Greedy Advice - Christmas

Greed • 255 implied HN points • 19 Dec 23
🍲 Food & Drink Recipes
  1. When dressing for a Christmas event, opt for outfits that are both sexy and family-friendly.
  2. Consider making home-made sausage rolls for festive appetizers, and reserve pies and Christmas pudding for later in the season.
  3. To simplify a lavish Christmas meal, delegate tasks and ask for help to prevent overwhelming yourself with complex dishes.

The things I cook for work...

Vittles • 166 implied HN points • 27 Jul 25
🍲 Food & Drink Recipes
  1. Cooking for kids can be really challenging. Even when you make delicious meals, kids may only want snacks or familiar foods instead.
  2. Introducing children to new foods can sometimes backfire. Their tastes can change quickly, and they might suddenly refuse foods they used to love.
  3. Family meals can be complicated when kids have different preferences. It can feel like you're cooking separate meals for everyone, which can be exhausting for parents.

Disaster Cooking

Vittles • 200 implied HN points • 30 Jun 25
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  1. Cooking cannot solve deep mental health issues. Trying to bake a fancy cake while struggling can just add more stress and disappointment.
  2. Having support from friends and community is crucial during tough times. They can help you focus on healing rather than proving you're okay.
  3. It's okay to not be okay sometimes. Giving yourself time to heal and asking for help is more important than trying to appear strong.

The La Croix Pendennis

SBJournal • 196 implied HN points • 24 Jan 24
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  1. Cocktail crafting can be challenging with sugar, but there are ways to reduce it.
  2. La Croix soda-water flavors can enhance cocktail recipes without added sugar.
  3. Experimenting with La Croix flavors in cocktails can lead to unique and tasty drinks.

Tart but sweet

The Crucial Years • 587 implied HN points • 27 Nov 24
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  1. Thanksgiving is a time to reflect and appreciate what we have, even if the circumstances are challenging. It’s important to stay grateful during tough times.
  2. Sharing moments with loved ones during the holidays can bring joy and comfort. These gatherings help strengthen our connections.
  3. Finding sweetness in hard situations can be uplifting. It reminds us that there is hope and positivity, even when things seem tough.

Baked Turkey-Spinach Meatballs

Susanality • 353 implied HN points • 29 Sep 23
🍲 Food & Drink Recipes
  1. Recipe for Baked Turkey-Spinach Meatballs can be made ahead of time, perfect for a cozy dinner on a chilly evening.
  2. The recipe provides flexibility in the choice of ground meat and includes detailed instructions for making the meatballs and sauce.
  3. Additional tips are provided for preparing the dish in advance, making it convenient for busy schedules.

Still My Go-To Dinner Party Menu

The Amateur Gourmet Newsletter • 176 implied HN points • 29 Jan 24
🍲 Food & Drink Recipes
  1. The author's go-to dinner party menu features spicy-spatchcocked chicken with toasted couscous and salsa verde.
  2. Utilizing a mortar and pestle to make salsa verde intensifies the flavors compared to using a food processor.
  3. Each time the author makes the dish, there are small variations that make the experience unique.

Vegetable Stew for Couscous

The Jewish Table • 334 implied HN points • 27 Sep 23
🍲 Food & Drink Recipes
  1. The Vegetable Stew for Couscous recipe is perfect for fall, full of veggies and warming spices.
  2. Seeking out Jewish communities when traveling can offer unique culinary experiences and connections.
  3. Eating around Roman Jewish tables provided the author with memorable and special dining experiences.

High heat cookery

A Small and Simple Thing • 334 implied HN points • 04 Sep 23
🍲 Food & Drink Recipes
  1. High heat cooking can bring out sweetness in ingredients and add excitement to dishes.
  2. Mushrooms love high heat for a textured and flavorful result.
  3. Use the broiler to caramelize mushrooms for a delicious side dish.