2008-11-15 Culinary Trends In Italy
Trends in Italian Cooking
Barbecue Sauce History
How was barbecue sauce invented? By whom? When? Learn the fascinating history of how BBQ sauce evolved from Chinese sweet and sour sauce. You’ll find out about the first written mentions of barbecue sauce (in the 1800s), the first written recipes, and the evolution of today’s best loved commercial bottled BBQ sauces.
Salt Potatoes Are A Unique Specialty Of Syracuse, New York
This delicious salt potatoes recipe is based on a traditional upstate New York side dish. Salt potatoes came about in the 1800s when, legend has it, Irish salt miners made lunch by putting potatoes in baskets and lowered them into the kettles of boiling brine. The spuds were then crowned with gobs of butter.
Bite me! What’s in a Hot Dog and How are They Made?
Hot dogs are not as scary as you think. Here’s a frank discussion of what is in a hot dog, as well as calories, fat, etc.
Gas Smokers: A Buying Guide And Reviews
Ratings, reviews, and recommendations on how to shop for gas fired barbecue smokers. These are simple smokers that produce good flavor, on a modest budget.
The Pizza Project: A Taxonomy of the World’s Great Pizza Styles
Recipes for the world’s most important types of pizza, Neapolitan, Roman, New York, Chicago, White Clam, Focaccia, Calzone, Provencal, and more.
Pork Cuts Explained
How do you tell the difference between rib cuts? Learn all the names and characteristics of the different rib cuts and how to cook them.
This Easy Coleslaw Recipe Is The Perfect Summer Side Dish
Here’s the recipe for that great creamy cole slaw they sell in the delis, and the secret ingredient is sour cream mixed with mayonnaise.
The History Of Barbecue Competitions
Barbecue competitions have become big business with prizes ranging up to $100,000 and some getting national television coverage. Here is the fascinating story of how these contests started in Hawaii “For Men Only,” and how they became a popular sport with more than 500 annual events.
Struttin With Some Barbecue With Louis Armstrong
In 1927 Louis Armstrong made his first recording of the iconic tune ‘Struttin’ with Some Barbecue’. Surprisingly, it is not about food.
Tips On Buying Meat
Knowing a good butcher is more important than knowing a good broker. Here are more tips on buying meat in farmer’s markets and other butcher shops, understanding meat labels, freezing meat, and thawing meat.
Amp Up Your Leftovers With This Turkey Or Chicken Pot Pie Recipe
Make the most of your Thanksgiving turkey leftovers with this delicious recipe for turkey pot pie. A twist on traditional chicken pot pie, this recipe nestles turkey, vegetables, gravy and apple beneath a flaky golden brown crust. You can also customize the recipe, swapping turkey for short ribs, pulled pork and more!
Get A Taste Of Morocco With This Grilled Leg Of Lamb, Mechoui Style
In Morocco, Mechoui means ‘roasted on an open fire.’ Whole lamb is usually roasted on a spit, and often the cavity is filled with organ meats, herbs, or fruits. In this twist on the traditional mechoui, a leg of lamb is marinated overnight in charmoula. It is then seasoned, grilled, and served with harissa hot sauce.
Brew for Cue, Wine for Swine, and Booze, Too
Recommendations for the best beer, wine, and spirits to drink with barbecue.
Charcoal Grills: Buying Guide, Reviews, And Ratings
A comprehensive review and buyer’s guide of almost all the wood burning and charcoal grills available from experts, with ratings.