'If ever proof were needed that we fought for a cause and not for conquest, it could be found in these cemeteries. Here was our only conquest: all we asked was enough soil in which to bury our gallant dead.' - Gen Mark W. Clark Omaha Beach Cemetery & Memorial, Normandy, France

K-Doll No but for different reasons…Flour, water, yeast and salt….sometimes a splash of olive oil….best family time activity ever! cc: Chef Andrew Gruel Lauren Gruel

“Well, Mr. Carpetbagger we've got something in this territory called the Missouri boat ride.” - Outlaw Jose Wales Photogs, models, all… let’s give the fakes a ‘Missouri boat ride’!

Celebrating a Caveman/Carnivore/Keto Christmas!

How to deal with teenage weight issues? Meaning NOT weight-shaming! Any experienced suggestions greatly appreciated. Traditional nutritionist’s is talking food pyramid and exercise. Okay….but

Seasoning using a burner. 1st cleaned using vinegar on a paper towel. Then washed with dish soap and water. Heated to dry. Also am in process on a stew. So burner for the cast iron rehab. Tenants used whatever and scoured the pan. Grrr

Lovely article on the classic dish…enjoy!

My daughter’s 1st effort with Detroit style deep dish. Focaccia base…beyond acceptable. 5min more in oven maybe; a a longer cool prior to cutting (dough compressed at the cut line). No pineapple. Fam mem weekend project for the win! The fam that cooks togthr…stays togthr.

Sigh…5.5 quart Dutch oven….this is 2 (two) large onions caramelized….next time 20. Scale-up!

Weekend challenge - for ME to make a Hot Water Pastry dough/crust - to be used in a Chicago deep dish style pizza. Plan to par cook the crust. Will revert with my step by step and result. cc: Giordano's Pizza

I ordered the Chicken Parm for lunch today - new approach to me alsmost a chicken schnitzel. Initially served with no marinara or mozzarella. This is what finally was served -

Peruvian Rocoto Relleno ala Tony Custer’s recipe for dinner on Saturday night. Crema de Rocoto on the side and Peruvian style scalloped potatoes. Guests included Peruvians who survived ~6 out of 10 heat levels. cc: Spicy Recipes (Chili Pepper Madness)

The Easiest Roast Chicken Ever - I tried Chef Darren McGrady’s method - Nicely done - perfect juicy on first attempt. Did baked potato instead of mashed potatoes in oven last hour at same 425F temp. (Fork pierced and covered with EVOO and Kosher salt). youtu.be/Uf7SxpG91vo