One of the most frequent requests e-mailed to the Kitchen Shrink is, “Where can I find your method for poaching chicken breasts so they will be moist?” I have been asked for that technique so often that I put it right up front in the “Head Starts” chapter of Sara…
I have always loved Southern spoon bread—that creamy, airy cross between cornbread and a soufflé. I have added sharp Cheddar cheese and broccoli so that it becomes a substantial breakfast for dinner. One cup of any cooked vegetable would work here—cauliflower, peas, carrots, green beans, spinach, and so on—and three…
When I made the first batch of these corn cakes and topped them off with a slice of tomato and goat cheese, they were so substantial they reminded me of a burger. The fresher the corn the tastier these cakes will be, because the minute you pick an ear of…
I recently got an e-mail from Linda asking how long to cook a turkey meatloaf. As I took a look at several of my meatloaf recipes, I was reminded that there are slight differences in the final safe temperature depending upon the meat used, and big differences in the cooking…
Each year I visit the Summer Fancy Food Show held at New York’s Javits Center and report back to Good Morning America on my discoveries. Recently, I spent almost three solid days at the 59th Summer Show, combing the booths for the most interesting new food and beverage products. Go to…
Many thanks to all of you who entered! We have selected our locavore winner. It was a very difficult task because we received so many creative, tasty entries from all over the country. But finally, after an arduous testing process we chose: Strawberry Rhubarb Dessert Tamales by Suzie Trivisonno. Congratulations Suzie! We will…
On Sunday, July 21st you’ll find me at the Food and Wine Conference at Rosen Shingle Creek in Orlando, Florida. From 9 to 10 am, I will be doing a demo entitled “The Perfect Cooking Demonstration” and that afternoon from 1:30 to 2:30 pm I will host “VIP Roundtable with…
Look for me at the Fancy Food Show in New York’s Javits Center on Tuesday, July 2nd. From 8:30 to 9:30 a.m. I will be moderating a panel discussion entitled, “Chop, Chat, and Charm: Connecting with Your Audience.” At 12:30 I will be demonstrating in the Chef Demo Theater. For…
I recently got an e-mail from Ruth saying, “Years ago I saw one of your TV shows and you were talking about a trick to get rid of that hard little “nub” on the end of a chicken tenderloin; well my mothering duties called and I never heard about it…
Subaru of America and I thank you for joining our search for the best locavore recipe. Keep an eye on this site to find out the results. Although the main contest is over, the judging is going on for the next few weeks and you can still vote for your favorite recipe. Whoever…