What Kind of Cook Are You? — Weekend Meditation

2013_03_04-kitchenbuddha.jpgI started to take an online quiz the other day but stopped short when it asked me what kind of cook I thought I was. My choices were something like Generous (enthusiastic and sharing), Methodical (likes long, complex kitchen projects), Innovative (goes for the new and unusual), Competitive (into impressing and being the best, having the best), Healthy (interested in freshness and nutrition). I was only allowed to pick one but what I ended up clicking on was the button to take me away from the quiz. Each choice was both too much and not enough, and the idea of choosing just one was frustrating. More



Easy Supper Side Dishes, DIY Protein Powder, Uncool Kitchen Tools, Freezing Milk, and Fridge-Clearing Pasta Bakes — Most Popular Posts Published February 24 – March 2

2013-3-2-hotposts.jpgHappy weekend, folks. Popular posts this week on The Kitchn include an interview with teen blogger Joshua Weissman of Slim Palate, a look at a stunning 1980’s kitchen makeover, a recipe for roasted winter vegetables with miso-lime dressing, a guide to making your own protein powder, and more. Enjoy!

15. What Have You Been Most Surprised (or Embarrassed) to Learn in the Kitchen?
14. Most Nutrients in Fruits & Vegetables Are Found in the Skin: Fact or Fiction?
13. 10 Easy Supper Side Dishes That Sing
12. How To Make Gimbap: Korean Seaweed and Rice Rolls
11. From School Bully Target to Teen Blogger: Meet Joshua Weissman of Slim Palate
10. Skip the Weird Additives: Make Your Own Protein Powder More



Sole Piccata

Don’t you love petrale sole? Such a lovely light and delicate fish. I couldn’t resist picking up a few fillets today at the market. A classic piccata is a great way to prepare sole, or any small flat fish such as flounder or fluke. Just lightly dust the fillets in seasoned flour, fry them on both sides until nicely browned, and serve them with a sauce made with white wine, capers, butter, and parsley. Enjoy!

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Sole Piccata

Don’t you love petrale sole? Such a lovely light and delicate fish. I couldn’t resist picking up a few fillets today at the market. A classic piccata is a great way to prepare sole, or any small flat fish such as flounder or fluke. Just lightly dust the fillets in seasoned flour, fry them on both sides until nicely browned, and serve them with a sauce made with white wine, capers, butter, and parsley. Enjoy!

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Sole Piccata

Don’t you love petrale sole? Such a lovely light and delicate fish. I couldn’t resist picking up a few fillets today at the market. A classic piccata is a great way to prepare sole, or any small flat fish such as flounder or fluke. Just lightly dust the fillets in seasoned flour, fry them on both sides until nicely browned, and serve them with a sauce made with white wine, capers, butter, and parsley. Enjoy!

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