September 2008

Chicken Confit with Mushrooms and Broccoli over thin Spaghetti Recipe

by Jerry 9 comments September 29, 2008 Recipes

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If you’re looking for something a bit different, completely savory and sumptuous and more than a bit over the top, this is the meal for you. Preparation is relatively simple and the flavors are something that most only experience in high-end establishments, thinking that something of this caliber could never be prepared in a home [...]

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Lavash Crackers & “Three Sisters” Salsa Recipe

by Jerry 14 comments September 27, 2008 Recipes

Sometimes when you’re making something new, you run into a snag or two. This Daring Bakers Challenge was one of those times. It was an evening of crushed hopes and dissapointment, tempered with elation and extreme satisfaction. How is that possible, you ask? Let me tell you. After coming off a very long hiatus from [...]

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Thirteen Reasons Giada de Laurentiis should have someone else write her recipes

by Jerry 23 comments September 24, 2008 Blog Events

For those of you who have missed the claws coming out on Thursdays, you’re in luck. Today I’m directing a bit of snarkasm on FN’s Bobblehead Extraordinaire. I’ve just been nice for too long, it seems. Cry havoc, and unleash the dogs of war! Ah Giada. To some she’s the Food Network’s beauty queen. Others [...]

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Cream Cheese and Ricotta Cheesecake Bites with Chocolate Crumb Crust Recipe

by Jerry 8 comments September 24, 2008 Recipes

Who doesn’t love cheesecake? If made properly it is decadent, creamy, fluffy and just sweet enough to satisfy the cravings of any sweet tooth. It can be made in a variety of flavors, and toppings are always welcome. It plays well with others and finds its place easily as the star dessert at back yard [...]

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The Meers Store and Restaurant – Home of the best burger in America

by Jerry 11 comments September 21, 2008 News and Reviews

It was a beautiful, slightly overcast Saturday morning. An absolutely perfect day for an adventure in all things Americana, and after much nudging and canoodling from friends and co-workers, we had finally decided to take a trip to Meers, OK to sample what Bon Appétit magazine had dubbed the third best burger in America. The [...]

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Tomato Basil Soup with Zucchini, Red Bell Peppers and Oregano Recipe

by Jerry 13 comments September 19, 2008 Recipes

There’s something about the onset of Autumn that brings out a deep need for me to make soup. Winter has its slow cooked meals and stews, summer is for smoking and grilling and spring is for whatever fresh greens might be coming up, but Autumn and Fall are for soups, the heartier the better. The [...]

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Bagels with Salmon and Dilled Cream Cheese Recipe

by Jerry 5 comments September 18, 2008 Recipes

I’ve said it before and I’ll say it again, simple flavors are usually the most profound. The art of great food is not necessarily about the number of ingredients, the amount of spices and flavorings, or even the technical knowledge of the person preparing the meal. It’s about a perfect balance of flavors, textures and [...]

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Weight Watchers 0 Point Asian Inspired Soup Recipe

by Jerry 17 comments September 15, 2008 Recipes

After a weekend of wanton excess, both at the Grapevine Texas Grapefest and visiting one of the best burger joints in the country, last night was all about light, healthy fare. Since my wife has been using Weight Watchers, I figured I’d try for something she could eat to her heart’s content without guilt. This [...]

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Our day at Grapefest 2008

by Jerry 5 comments September 13, 2008 News and Reviews

Welcome to CbsoP on the scene at Grapefest 2008 from Grapevine Texas! This post is a first for several reasons. It’s not only the very first travel article I’ve ever done, but it’s also the first time in memory where pictures of your intrepid host will be seen here on CbsoP. The time for avoiding [...]

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Recent and coming happenings

by Jerry 0 comments September 9, 2008 Personal Ramblings

First of all, my wife and I are headed out to GrapeFest in “Historic Grapevine Texas” this Friday. We were originally planning to go for both Thursday and Friday’s festivities, but with me coming off the first cold of the year and our son coming off his 2 year old shots, it seemed a much [...]

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