Equipment Posts
Dutch Oven Battle: Lodge vs. Le Creuset
Let me start by saying: This was not a scientific experiment. This was one little mouse in her kitchen with 2 pots and 8 lbs. of short ribs. If you want science, check out Cook’s Illustrated exhaustive test. (Nitpickers, please pick nits over there.) When it comes to cast iron, to a lot of people, [...]
Rustic 5-Spice Potato Chips
It’s easier than you might think to make potato chips at home. These particular chips are skin-on, thicker than usual, asian-spiced crunchy bliss. And? They take about 10 minutes to make.
Making Springerles and Other Molded Cookies
Springerle are pretty German cookies that are usually made around Christmas. Some of the oldest springerle molds are actually traced back to the 14th century.
Basic Cooking: How to Make Espresso on the Stove
Now, I know that I’m treading on hallowed ground for some, discussing how to make espresso. Like beer and good wine, espresso is one of those things that folks are very particular about. (Espresso afficionados out there, please be kind!) I’m not an expert barista—or a super fussy coffee person—by a long shot. I’m just [...]
Buying Guide: Fabulous Deal on Cuisinart Pans
In keeping with our mission to save a few pennies this year—and help you guys do the same—here are 2 fabulous deals I spotted this morning on Amazon.com. Both of these pans retail for $80, are on sale for $29.99 (that’s $50 off!). Not bad, especially since they’re made by Cuisinart and are constructed from [...]
10 Fabulous Holiday Gifts for Under $30
I don’t know many folks who aren’t watching their pennies these days. Here are 10 neat foodie finds that won’t drain your piggy bank. All the prices are accurate as of tonight. 1. Calphalon Commercial Hard-Anodized 12-Inch Everyday Pan with Lid—$19.99 Every once in a while, Calphalon has a ridiculously good sale. This pan lists [...]
Don’t Dilute Your Drink! Use Whiskey Stones Instead!
Wow. OK. It’s late in the evening after a long day, so this may be me being impressed with something overly simplistic. But…this seems like a really neat idea—especially if you’re a cocktail connoisseur. Ladies and gentleman, I present to you: Whiskey Stones! I saw these on Daily Candy today, and thought they were too [...]
The Hungry Mouse’s Online Guide to Thanksgiving Dinner
I have no idea how it’s Thanksgiving week already! If you’re like me, you might be scrambling around for a few last-minute holiday ideas. Now, we’re not big on turkey here at the Mouse House, so I’m the last one to be dishing out advice on making the big bird. There is, however, a lot [...]
Five Thanksgiving Kitchen Gadgets
I’m a bona fide gadget geek. I admit this. That said, I’m surprisingly not a huge fan of gadgets in the kitchen. At least, not any more. Despite this, I still can’t stop myself from regularly scanning kitchen catalogs to peek at the newest version of the next big thing. And with Thanksgiving approaching, the [...]
Gummi Bear Love: Sweet Decorating Ideas
Gummi bears are my favorite candy. Hands down. And while any gummi bear will do in a pinch, I definitely like Haribo Gold-Bears the best. Needless to say, I lost my mind when I saw this this morning: Target is selling these pink LED GummiLights by Jellio for $79.99. (You heard me right: That’s almost [...]
