Nuggets

Nuggets are little pieces of food and drink related information that we find, that aren't quite big enough for a post.

Step by step photo guide for making Oreo Truffles

Oreo Truffles

See The Magic Vanishing Oreo Truffles for the recipe.

Ma’amite – Limited Edition

Ma’amite – Limited Edition

Marmite have announced a new limited edition called Ma’amite to celebrate Queen Elizabeth’s Diamond Jubilee. This will be Marmite’s fourth limited edition after their popular Guinness, Champagne and Marston’s Pedigree versions. The new limited edition sports the Union Flag on the jar and says it is made from 100% British yeast, which raises a question …

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Sausage Making Marathon

5lbs of chorizo sausage

Stuart and I just finished making six different types of sausage today; Uncle Nick Stabile’s Italian Cheese & Pork, Sweet Italian, Hot Italian, British Bangers, American Breakfast and Spanish Style Chorizo. Last night I ground 22.5 pounds of Pork Loin, Shoulder and Fat Trimmings (~70 % Lean). This morning Stuart and I seasoned the ground …

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Asparagus Pee

Boiled Asparagus

Some people believe that their urine doesn’t smell after they eat asparagus, however it has been found that the majority of people produce odorous compounds after eating asparagus, but only a small number of people have the autosomal genes required to smell them. Read more…

Great Depression Cooking Channel

Great Depression Cooking Channel

Clara Cannucciari, a ninety something Great Grandmother recounts growing up during the Great Depression as she prepares dishes from the era. In between recipes for pasta with peas, eggplant parmesan, chocolate covered biscotti, and other dishes, she gives practical advice on cooking nourishing meals for less. It’s just like being in the kitchen with your …

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