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That's a good example of a big reason I hate baking. Making mistakes can be easily repaired, hidden or sometimes transformed into a new item in the cooking world, Rarely with baking. Your mistake wasn't major because it still tasted the same, but it didn't look anything like you wanted it to, which was probably why you wanted to make it in the first place. And being honest, were you not disappointed?

Haha, please don't think I'm trying to bring you down, I'm just saying that crap has happened to me and that's why I hate it. :)
 
#7,002
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Behr said:
That's a good example of a big reason I hate baking. Making mistakes can be easily repaired, hidden or sometimes transformed into a new item in the cooking world, Rarely with baking. Your mistake wasn't major because it still tasted the same, but it didn't look anything like you wanted it to, which was probably why you wanted to make it in the first place. And being honest, were you not disappointed?

Haha, please don't think I'm trying to bring you down, I'm just saying that crap has happened to me and that's why I hate it. :)
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Disappointed? No. Madder than hell fire dammit? Yes. :)

I made a butter pecan cheesecake to take to our big family weekend in November. My brother-in-law said it was the best cheesecake he's ever had, and my daughter-in-love asked if I could make that her birthday cake from now on. lol
 
#7,003
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But did the butter pecan cheesecake turn out like you planned?

My point was, to me, presentation is everything. If I pick out a baking recipe, the first think I notice is how impressive it looks. If it doesn't turn out like I had hoped, I'm......well okay, you got me, pissed. Hahaha.
 
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Behr said:
But did the butter pecan cheesecake turn out like you planned?

My point was, to me, presentation is everything. If I pick out a baking recipe, the first think I notice is how impressive it looks. If it doesn't turn out like I had hoped, I'm......well okay, you got me, pissed. Hahaha.
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It wasn't as pretty as the picture, but it was the first time I made it so it was expected.

I don't make cakes with icing for that very reason. I'll bake a pie with crust from scratch, and I can make the most beautiful biscuits you've ever seen. But cupcakes, or a cake that requires frosting/icing to be beautiful? No. I don't even attempt it. I know my limits.
 
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I don't actually hate baking as bad as I make it sound, but it is my least favorite of all. I've perfected an incredible cookie recipe that is a little complex, but well worth it. I also make a blueberry pie that people rave about and I use mostly ready made products, pie shell, canned blueberries, cool whip, cream chez, toasted pecans and confectioners sugar.

I guess my point is, when it comes to baking, I'll spend time on a few things and try to perfect, but most of the time, that's the only area I'll "cheat" when it comes to cooking.
 
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This stuff. Opinions?
 
#7,008
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Hot Dog (an editorial... sort of)

It starts with a good sausage.
The snap of a natural casing when you bite into it is a good thing.
The roll should match the dog. A fresh classic hot dog bun is fine for a standard sized dog, but don't be wrappin' some half-pound mega-wiener in one. Make the effort to find the right roll for the dogs you're cooking.
Hot dogs are precooked. "Cooking" them the second time is about more than just heating them up. Boiling dogs in water? Really? Braise them in beer infused with spices. Poach them in a vat of sauerkraut. Better yet, grill or griddle 'em. Blister to taste.

Mustard.
Mustard and finely chopped white onions.
Mustard, finely chopped white onions, and hot dog chili.
Mustard, finely chopped white onions, hot dog chili, and melting shreds of cheese.
Once you go beyond these, best not be in Detroit or its surrounding 'burgs.
Indeed, if you are dressing your dog with anything other than the above, you're "out there," "lost in left field," "touched," "raised wrong," "commie pinko pheg," or from Chicago.
Be aware that some consider allowing your kids to put ketchup on a hot dog is child abuse.
The term, "slaw dog" is appropriate. One does not put slaw on a hot dog. One creates "slaw dogs." It's this whole other thing. Please, use a savory slaw. Sweet slaw and a hot dog in the same bun is... I can't think about it!
Relish. If you must, don't make me watch you do it. Don't wax eloquent about it. STFU and eat your dog that way if it's your thing.
Caramelized onions. To me, these are more of a bratwurst, knockwurst, sausage kinda thing, but, I'm not getting into the "dogs a sausage" convo. It's circular. An unending trap for those under the influence. I'd rather listen to Disco Inferno over and over for a solid half-hour.
Onions & peppers. Just get an Italian sausage, for goodness sake!
Chicken liver pate. That brings us to...

Dog Abuse Parties. Go ahead. Throw one. Challenge attendees to dress up dogs with anything they can imagine and then some. Hey, they're eating it. You don't have to. Kick things off by presenting the SNL skit, Boy Dance Party. Then, when the guy brought by the girl who knows the girl who knows your friend puts live meal worms on his dog, you can smugly hope that Boy Dance Party plays in his mind every time he smells or thinks of a hot dog.

I could keep going, but, I'll close by encouraging you to dog on, and GBO.
 
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Aside from the giant fissure down the middle, it turned out better than the last one as far as looks go. It smells amazing.
 

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Behr said:
Why wouldn't the crust taste different?

I have no idea.
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The red velvet oreos are not that "red velvet" strong, at least in my opinion. Cookie crusts on a cheesecake are usually not that thick, so I would think you wouldnt taste the difference too much between a chocolate and red velvet oreo crust.

I could be wrong though! Interested to see what volly did.
 
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Tin Man said:
Hot Dog (an editorial... sort of)

It starts with a good sausage.
The snap of a natural casing when you bite into it is a good thing.
The roll should match the dog. A fresh classic hot dog bun is fine for a standard sized dog, but don't be wrappin' some half-pound mega-wiener in one. Make the effort to find the right roll for the dogs you're cooking.
Hot dogs are precooked. "Cooking" them the second time is about more than just heating them up. Boiling dogs in water? Really? Braise them in beer infused with spices. Poach them in a vat of sauerkraut. Better yet, grill or griddle 'em. Blister to taste.

Mustard.
Mustard and finely chopped white onions.
Mustard, finely chopped white onions, and hot dog chili.
Mustard, finely chopped white onions, hot dog chili, and melting shreds of cheese.
Once you go beyond these, best not be in Detroit or its surrounding 'burgs.
Indeed, if you are dressing your dog with anything other than the above, you're "out there," "lost in left field," "touched," "raised wrong," "commie pinko pheg," or from Chicago.
Be aware that some consider allowing your kids to put ketchup on a hot dog is child abuse.
The term, "slaw dog" is appropriate. One does not put slaw on a hot dog. One creates "slaw dogs." It's this whole other thing. Please, use a savory slaw. Sweet slaw and a hot dog in the same bun is... I can't think about it!
Relish. If you must, don't make me watch you do it. Don't wax eloquent about it. STFU and eat your dog that way if it's your thing.
Caramelized onions. To me, these are more of a bratwurst, knockwurst, sausage kinda thing, but, I'm not getting into the "dogs a sausage" convo. It's circular. An unending trap for those under the influence. I'd rather listen to Disco Inferno over and over for a solid half-hour.
Onions & peppers. Just get an Italian sausage, for goodness sake!
Chicken liver pate. That brings us to...

Dog Abuse Parties. Go ahead. Throw one. Challenge attendees to dress up dogs with anything they can imagine and then some. Hey, they're eating it. You don't have to. Kick things off by presenting the SNL skit, Boy Dance Party. Then, when the guy brought by the girl who knows the girl who knows your friend puts live meal worms on his dog, you can smugly hope that Boy Dance Party plays in his mind every time he smells or thinks of a hot dog.

I could keep going, but, I'll close by encouraging you to dog on, and GBO.
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I like hot dogs....

with the wiener mobile 21 yrs ago....

'95 May Greg, Erick and Weinermobile.jpg

Then about a couple of weeks later I went to work for them
 
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Guess we didn't have Kahns around here. I'm stuck on Ball Park beef hot dogs right now. Tried the Angus version recently but didn't like them as much as the regular beef version.
 
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Hi Behr, new to the thread. :hi:

Question: where in the heck can you buy fresh lima beans? (Not this time of year obviously) I never see them in stores, even the foo-foo stores (Earth Fare, Publix etc)

My former MIL used to buy them at a roadside stand on her way to Carolina beaches, but I've never seen them for sale in WNC. Am I doomed to frozen limas?

I love fresh limas, dammit.
 
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