http://www.examiner.com/x-4199-Minneapolis-Cooking-Examiner?cid=exrss-Minneapolis-Cooking-Examiner en-us Mon, 23 Nov 2009 14:32:16 -0700 Sun, 22 Nov 2009 09:28:54 -0700 BlogCFC http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss http://www.examiner.com/x-4199-Minneapolis-Cooking-Examiner~y2009m11d22-Cranberry-Chutney-that-is-so-good-I-am-not-allowed-to-go-to-holiday-dinners-without-it-anymore?cid=exrss-Minneapolis-Cooking-Examiner This is the motherlode of all cranberry sauces.  I do not believe I have met someone who did not like it.  There are never leftovers.  You can make this up to two weeks ahead of time. This makes enough for about eight peop... Recipes Vegetarian Sun, 22 Nov 2009 09:28:54 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-4199-Minneapolis-Cooking-Examiner~y2009m11d22-Cranberry-Chutney-that-is-so-good-I-am-not-allowed-to-go-to-holiday-dinners-without-it-anymore?cid=exrss-Minneapolis-Cooking-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-4199-Minneapolis-Cooking-Examiner~y2009m11d17-Diced-Jalapeno-Peppers-by-Mt-Olive-available-in-a-jar-for-your-recipes?cid=exrss-Minneapolis-Cooking-Examiner This was such a glorious find at Target today - diced jalapeños in a glass jar! I meant to get the sliced ones (and then chop them as needed) but right next to those were the diced kind.  I have seen them in cans for years.  Have ... Weird Random Cooking Stuff What is Hot Tue, 17 Nov 2009 11:39:56 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-4199-Minneapolis-Cooking-Examiner~y2009m11d17-Diced-Jalapeno-Peppers-by-Mt-Olive-available-in-a-jar-for-your-recipes?cid=exrss-Minneapolis-Cooking-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-4199-Minneapolis-Cooking-Examiner~y2009m11d13-Crabcakes-are-easy-to-make-within-minutes--The-Distracted-Cook-Answers-Your-Questions?cid=exrss-Minneapolis-Cooking-Examiner Dear Distracted Cook: We moved from WI to ME (Maine) and crabcakes are a must out here.  Do you have some ideas on how to make them? Sincerely, A.J. Dear A.J.:  Crabcakes are often touted as a luxury appetizer or meal... Recipes Fri, 13 Nov 2009 13:12:38 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-4199-Minneapolis-Cooking-Examiner~y2009m11d13-Crabcakes-are-easy-to-make-within-minutes--The-Distracted-Cook-Answers-Your-Questions?cid=exrss-Minneapolis-Cooking-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-4199-Minneapolis-Cooking-Examiner~y2009m11d11-Free-meal-today-a-Applebees-for-Veterans--copy-cat-website-to-make-restaurant-faves-at-home?cid=exrss-Minneapolis-Cooking-Examiner Yes, it is true - I am promoting a chain restaurant but it is a nice gesture for Veterans to get a night out for dinner.  If you decide to go to Applebees for Vets Day, here are healthier choice (lower salt and fat) options for you - do n... Weird Random Cooking Stuff What is Hot Wed, 11 Nov 2009 11:25:30 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-4199-Minneapolis-Cooking-Examiner~y2009m11d11-Free-meal-today-a-Applebees-for-Veterans--copy-cat-website-to-make-restaurant-faves-at-home?cid=exrss-Minneapolis-Cooking-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-4199-Minneapolis-Cooking-Examiner~y2009m11d4-Wonton-Soup--The-Distracted-Cook-answers-your-questions?cid=exrss-Minneapolis-Cooking-Examiner Dear Distracted Cook: The Egg Drop soup recipe you recently posted looked good.  Now, can you come up with a good & easy recipe for wonton soup for those of us out here on the edge (South Dakota) where purchasing frozen wontons ... The Distracted Cook Recipes Healthy Versions of Great Recipes Wed, 04 Nov 2009 12:52:45 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-4199-Minneapolis-Cooking-Examiner~y2009m11d4-Wonton-Soup--The-Distracted-Cook-answers-your-questions?cid=exrss-Minneapolis-Cooking-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-4199-Minneapolis-Cooking-Examiner~y2009m10d29-Halloween-Candy--how-many-calories-and-fat-do-your-favorites-contain?cid=exrss-Minneapolis-Cooking-Examiner Boo - hoo!  I just thought I'd pass on some information in case you find yourself reaching into your kids' treat bag over the next few weeks.  Here are some goodies I would've  enjoyed this Halloween, had I not writt... Weird Random Cooking Stuff What is Hot Thu, 29 Oct 2009 16:40:58 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-4199-Minneapolis-Cooking-Examiner~y2009m10d29-Halloween-Candy--how-many-calories-and-fat-do-your-favorites-contain?cid=exrss-Minneapolis-Cooking-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-4199-Minneapolis-Cooking-Examiner~y2009m10d22-Egg-Drop-Soup--you-wont-believe-how-easy-this-is?cid=exrss-Minneapolis-Cooking-Examiner If you crave Egg Drop Soup and get it every time you order Chinese, this is a hot tip for you - it is probably the easiest soup you can make from scratch.  Really...and making your own is likely to be fresher, healthier and cheaper, too.&nbsp... Recipes Fast and Furious Food Thu, 22 Oct 2009 14:34:42 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-4199-Minneapolis-Cooking-Examiner~y2009m10d22-Egg-Drop-Soup--you-wont-believe-how-easy-this-is?cid=exrss-Minneapolis-Cooking-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-4199-Minneapolis-Cooking-Examiner~y2009m10d17-Make-a-great-meatball?cid=exrss-Minneapolis-Cooking-Examiner There are a number of ways to make a meatball.  I would like to share with you how I make mine.  MEATBALLS (Makes about  8 1 1/2 inch diameter meatballs) 1/2 lb lean ground beef 1/2 lb mild or spicy Italian sausage ... Recipes Sat, 17 Oct 2009 11:28:47 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-4199-Minneapolis-Cooking-Examiner~y2009m10d17-Make-a-great-meatball?cid=exrss-Minneapolis-Cooking-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-4199-Minneapolis-Cooking-Examiner~y2009m10d9-Do-you-teach-cooking-classes--Donate-seats-or-dinner-to-help-women-undergoing-cancer-treatment?cid=exrss-Minneapolis-Cooking-Examiner   I'd like to tap on the shoulder of those who either teach cooking classes and/or run a restaurant here in the Twin Cities for a very important reason.Doing what you do already, donate a few seats at your class or restaurant to help women ... Around Town What is Hot Gardening Fri, 09 Oct 2009 13:32:17 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-4199-Minneapolis-Cooking-Examiner~y2009m10d9-Do-you-teach-cooking-classes--Donate-seats-or-dinner-to-help-women-undergoing-cancer-treatment?cid=exrss-Minneapolis-Cooking-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-4199-Minneapolis-Cooking-Examiner~y2009m9d25-How-do-I-toast-pumpkin-seeds--The-Distracted-Cook-answers-two-ways?cid=exrss-Minneapolis-Cooking-Examiner My oven mitts match real pumpkins, notweird-looking big orange paper ones.  Dear Distracted Cook:How do I toast pumpkin seeds?- B.A.Dear B.A.:Toasting pumpkin seeds makes me feel good - why?  That's a lot of good snacking if ... Fast and Furious Food Weird Random Cooking Stuff Fri, 25 Sep 2009 12:11:43 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-4199-Minneapolis-Cooking-Examiner~y2009m9d25-How-do-I-toast-pumpkin-seeds--The-Distracted-Cook-answers-two-ways?cid=exrss-Minneapolis-Cooking-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-4199-Minneapolis-Cooking-Examiner~y2009m9d24-Its-getting-colder-outsidecome-home-to-Crock-Pot-Pork-Roast?cid=exrss-Minneapolis-Cooking-Examiner This is what you are looking for - a 3 to 4 lb boneless cheap pork roast - you can often find it on sale for under $2/lbPicture from Virtual Weber Bullet. My full-proof secret to moist pot roast is that you cook it at a higher setting for the first f... Recipes Thu, 24 Sep 2009 08:58:49 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-4199-Minneapolis-Cooking-Examiner~y2009m9d24-Its-getting-colder-outsidecome-home-to-Crock-Pot-Pork-Roast?cid=exrss-Minneapolis-Cooking-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-4199-Minneapolis-Cooking-Examiner~y2009m9d21-Bread-Salad-with-Tomato-and-Basil--an-easy-recipe-that-uses-up-your-tomatoes?cid=exrss-Minneapolis-Cooking-Examiner Bread salad has a lot of textures and fresh flavors in every bite!If you have tomatoes, basil and bread to use up, this is fun to try.Bread Salad with Tomato and BasilServes 4 side salad portions or two main-dish portionsIngredients:1/2 loaf cia... Recipes Vegetarian Mon, 21 Sep 2009 09:06:05 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-4199-Minneapolis-Cooking-Examiner~y2009m9d21-Bread-Salad-with-Tomato-and-Basil--an-easy-recipe-that-uses-up-your-tomatoes?cid=exrss-Minneapolis-Cooking-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-4199-Minneapolis-Cooking-Examiner~y2009m9d20-Jiffy-Pop-is-entertaining-and-brings-back-memories-for-Mom-and-Dad?cid=exrss-Minneapolis-Cooking-Examiner The grand moment...dad opening the big puffy foil bag...so exciting!I remember Jiffy Pop, circa 1980, well.  It was considered "convenient" compared to dragging out the popcorn popper and measuring out oil and corn kernels. Introd... Weird Random Cooking Stuff Cooking With Kids Sun, 20 Sep 2009 18:48:29 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-4199-Minneapolis-Cooking-Examiner~y2009m9d20-Jiffy-Pop-is-entertaining-and-brings-back-memories-for-Mom-and-Dad?cid=exrss-Minneapolis-Cooking-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-4199-Minneapolis-Cooking-Examiner~y2009m9d17-Monster-Cookie-Testimonial--They-are-VERY-good?cid=exrss-Minneapolis-Cooking-Examiner Thanks, Jim, for these great photos and compliments.  YUMMY!About a month ago, I published a Monster Cookie Recipe based on a question from Jim.  He and his son give an enthusiastic BIG thumbs up:"Just thought I’d finally get aro... Cooking With Kids Thu, 17 Sep 2009 11:43:40 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-4199-Minneapolis-Cooking-Examiner~y2009m9d17-Monster-Cookie-Testimonial--They-are-VERY-good?cid=exrss-Minneapolis-Cooking-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-4199-Minneapolis-Cooking-Examiner~y2009m9d12-Easy-Homemade-Apple-Crisp?cid=exrss-Minneapolis-Cooking-Examiner Hot Apple Crisp from YOUR oven - does it get anybetter than this?Grab a bag of apples from a local orchard and make this easy dessert for your family. Easy Homemade Apple CrispMix these ingredients together:1/4 c brown sugar1/4 c white sugar6 Ta... Recipes Sat, 12 Sep 2009 18:12:24 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-4199-Minneapolis-Cooking-Examiner~y2009m9d12-Easy-Homemade-Apple-Crisp?cid=exrss-Minneapolis-Cooking-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-4199-Minneapolis-Cooking-Examiner~y2009m9d12-BeerBrined-Grilled-Porkchops-and-Easy-Homemade-Apple-Crisp--Make-it-Tonight?cid=exrss-Minneapolis-Cooking-Examiner Warning:Pork chops may cause happinessBeer, pork and apples are some of the best Fall ingredients and I'd like to share what I made for my family tonight.Beer-Brined Grilled Porkchops4 chops - boneless or bone-in1/2 cup of darker beer (amber or darke... Recipes Sat, 12 Sep 2009 18:12:06 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-4199-Minneapolis-Cooking-Examiner~y2009m9d12-BeerBrined-Grilled-Porkchops-and-Easy-Homemade-Apple-Crisp--Make-it-Tonight?cid=exrss-Minneapolis-Cooking-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-4199-Minneapolis-Cooking-Examiner~y2009m9d9-Onion-goggles--why-do-they-exist?cid=exrss-Minneapolis-Cooking-Examiner If I had onion goggles, I would pick these orangeones to match my fabulousorange Distracted Cookmitts.This brings me to tears...of laughter.  Onion goggles, as pictured at right, are sold as a useful kitchen item.  Has a... Weird Random Cooking Stuff Wed, 09 Sep 2009 20:47:18 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-4199-Minneapolis-Cooking-Examiner~y2009m9d9-Onion-goggles--why-do-they-exist?cid=exrss-Minneapolis-Cooking-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-4199-Minneapolis-Cooking-Examiner~y2009m9d8-Beets-roasted-with-orange-juice-vinegar-and-sugar?cid=exrss-Minneapolis-Cooking-Examiner Beets make a great hot side dish and salad topping!Beets grow very well in the Upper Midwest and I have had a number of friends and family members ask me what I do with all of mine. I am suggesting a way to prepare them both as a hot side d... Recipes Vegetarian Tue, 08 Sep 2009 13:24:29 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-4199-Minneapolis-Cooking-Examiner~y2009m9d8-Beets-roasted-with-orange-juice-vinegar-and-sugar?cid=exrss-Minneapolis-Cooking-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-4199-Minneapolis-Cooking-Examiner~y2009m8d31-Eggplant-fries--baked-crispy-goodness-and-the-kids-loved-them?cid=exrss-Minneapolis-Cooking-Examiner Eggplant is SO GOOD!I wanted to share something fun you can do with eggplant that meets both the healthy and "kid-friendly" food categories:  Oven Baked Eggplant FriesI made this yesterday and they were gobbled up in minutes. Oven... Recipes Healthy Versions of Great Recipes Vegetarian Mon, 31 Aug 2009 14:05:28 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-4199-Minneapolis-Cooking-Examiner~y2009m8d31-Eggplant-fries--baked-crispy-goodness-and-the-kids-loved-them?cid=exrss-Minneapolis-Cooking-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-4199-Minneapolis-Cooking-Examiner~y2009m8d28-Need-healthy-recipes-for-salmon--10-Fabulous-ideas-plus-buying-tips-from-the-Distracted-Cook?cid=exrss-Minneapolis-Cooking-Examiner Do you dream about cooking?  I do...Dear Distracted Cook:My cousin is looking for yummy healthy salmon recipes.  Can you help?- DebbieDear Debbie:Salmon is such a great fish. The most commonly sold kind of salmon in stores is the ... The Distracted Cook Healthy Versions of Great Recipes Fri, 28 Aug 2009 20:34:59 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-4199-Minneapolis-Cooking-Examiner~y2009m8d28-Need-healthy-recipes-for-salmon--10-Fabulous-ideas-plus-buying-tips-from-the-Distracted-Cook?cid=exrss-Minneapolis-Cooking-Examiner