This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I will be paid a small percentage. Throughout my childhood, I always enjoyed a classic pot roast; however, this is the easiest dinner recipe you will possibly ever make. I had never heard of “Mississippi Pot Roast” before I discovered this recipe. I took the liberty of changing a few things about this recipe; however, do not leave out the Peperonchini Peppers. They will not add any spiciness to the roast, but they will pack a punch of flavor. My version of “Mississippi Pot Roast” requires a rub to impart flavor to the meat. The slow cooking method will create…
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Helping New Farmers
America’s Young Farmers: We Want Student Loan Relief A nonprofit with bipartisan support is arguing for measures that encourage new farmers to get and stay in the business. http://www.fastcompany.com/3057663/food-week/americas-young-farmers-we-want-student-loan-relief Article by Neal Ungerleider of Fast Company
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Suffering at Shillings On The Square
A 30 year old establishment on the historic Marietta Square, Shillings On The Square offers brunch, a “street side grill,” group dining and an upper level. Dining late on a Friday evening (9 pm), my husband and I were looking forward to a romantic atmosphere with a worthy level of comfort. Expecting entrees would be a little more expensive, than an average dine in restaurant, I was not surprised by the $20 – $30 entrees offered; however I was surprised by the conservative menu. Upscale, gourmet plates was what I expected; however, typical, unexciting choices are offered. No descriptive mouth-watering temptations, no elegant sauces, no distinctive chef specials, nothing impressive. …
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Top 5 Essential Tools for Easter Ham
Hope you read yesterday’s post on how to thaw, prepare and roast your Easter ham? Today, I will list my top five essential tools for cooking and serving your Easter Ham. 5. Rimmed sheet pan with a cooling rack – pictured is my very reliable, durable “Lincoln Food Service” half-sized heavy duty sheet pan. Lightly colored, so it heats and browns evenly. It is 18″ x 26″ and I own four. Two for home use and two for barbecue competitions. http://www.amazon.com/12-0417-LINCOLN-FOODSERVICE-ROASTING-BAKING/dp/B001J87PY6/ref=sr_1_4_a_it?ie=UTF8&qid=1458750005&sr=8-4&keywords=lincoln+foodservice+pan 4. Slicing knife – this is the Victorinox Fibrox 12-inch Granton Edge Slicing Knife, evaluated by America’s Test Kitchen’s as a best bet, it has a tapered 12-inch…
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Tips for Cooking Ham For Easter
A beautifully cooked ham is a traditional centerpiece for an Easter family dinner. Roasting a ham is not difficult if you follow some simple steps. The following are some good tips on thawing, preparing and cooking your holiday ham. There are several types of ham, most common is the precooked ham. The key to preparing a ham is to NOT overcook the ham. Proper cooking temperatures for all types of ham are as follows: FRESH HAM – 145º to 155º WHOLE OR HALF LEG – 145º to 155º SMOKED HOLE OR HALF LEG – 145º SMOKED OR FULLY COOKED – 130º to 140º THAWING If you buy your ham…
