Heather says:
It is time to use ’em or lose ’em. Here are some guidelines, and recipes for using up Thanksgiving leftovers. Substitute turkey in any of the chicken recipes below.
- Turkey should be frozen or used within 2 – 6 days.
Food Safety
Oh Noes, the Turkey is Frozen!
Dear ladies,
Please forgive my lack of experience, but I am staring down a rock solid 25 pounder and I MUST thaw it by Wednesday night. My mother in law is cooking it her special way which is a slow overnight roast.… Keep reading...
Freezer Guidelines
Dear Home Ec 101,
How long does food keep in the freezer, after the expiration date? When should it be tossed in the garbage?
Thank you,
Chillier in Chicago
Heather says:
Thank you for your cool question in these dog days of summer.… Keep reading...
Retro Saturday: Kitchen Clean Up
Welcome to Retro Saturday where we share a post from the past so we can enjoy weekends with our families.
Dear Home Ec 101:
I know there is a proper way to clean up after handling raw meat. Do you have the specifics?… Keep reading...
Let’s Talk Teflon
Dear Home Ec 101,
My popover pan that has been with me through thick and thin (and one husband and a couple of boyfriends!) has suddenly started misbehaving. Where before I could simply tip the pan over and golden fabulous popovers will pop right out..… Keep reading...
This Porridge is too Hot for my Acidophilus and Omega-3s
Dear Home Ec 101,
If I put flaxseed oil and yogurt in my hot oatmeal, will their beneficial qualities be destroyed by the heat?
Signed,
Goldielocks
Heather says:
If you allow the oatmeal to cool to a temperature comfortable for eating before adding your flax oil and yogurt you should be just fine.… Keep reading...
In a Bind With a Beater
Dear Home Ec 101,
I own a Kitchen Aid Professional 6 Qt. Stand Mixer. It is a nickel color. I accidently placed the burnished aluminum paddle/beater attachment in the dishwasher to wash (it can only be hand washed in warm soapy water).… Keep reading...
Chill Out
Dear Home Ec 101,
While my parents were visiting over the Christmas holiday, I made a pot roast for us all to share. We had lots of leftovers and my mother emptied them from the hot crock pot into a tupperware container and left it sitting on the kitchen counter.… Keep reading...
Keeping All Those Cookies
Dear Home Ec 101,
When should one begin their holiday baking if they want to give out cookie platters the week before Christmas? Last year I did all my baking in 2 days and it nearly killed me, but I don’t want to do it too far in advance or the cookies won’t be fresh.… Keep reading...
Sal Monella is not invited
Heather says:
Tomorrow many of our American readers will be celebrating Independence Day. Chances are food will be involved. Here are a few tips to remember to avoid any introducing any uninvited bugs.
- Store cold food until just before serving, or if a buffet setting is required set the serving dishes in ice.
Use it or lose it
Dear Home Ec 101,
I have some ham in my fridge that may or may not be from Easter. How long is it safe to keep leftover ham?
Sister Hamonella
Heather says:
Throw it out and that’s according to the FDA.… Keep reading...