Makin’ Bacon batches 3 and 4
The method is repeatable. We have made 2 more 18-20 lb batches as of 9/23/18. Each is as good as the last and leaves more room for experimenting with the spices. It is definitely better to do the low temp smoke on a calm day. I am still having a bit of temp control trouble […]
New bathroom countertops
The first to go was the powder-room on the first floor. The old countertop came off easily. I had already installed shut-off valves for the faucet and had new a new P-trap and extensions ready as the drain holes would not line up. I was able to carry this top by myself. Teal helped to […]
Cutting and polishing countertops
We have wanted to replace a couple of the bathroom countertops for some time. I saw some nice pieces for very reasonable prices at a Habitat ReStore. So I did some research on Youtube and was convinced I could do it myself. I needed a couple more tools: Diamond wet saw: DEWALT DWC860W 4-3/8-Inch Wet/Dry […]
Eggplant Caponata
I have searched for years to find a good Eggplant Caponata recipe. This was started when I was looking for something similar to my Grandma Ann’s Antipasto recipe but without the tuna and not quite as difficult to make. What I have found in italian markets and specialty grocers never comes close. Hers was a […]
Pulled Pork – Paper wrapped 1
I have made many variations of pulled pork over the years starting with my Grandma’s Porchetta recipe. This one is a new experiment where the pork shoulder is wrapped in pink/peach butcher paper once it hits the stall so that it can finish to a higher internal temp without drying out. For those of your […]
