The Perils of Packaging

So: Old and reliable wins out over the shiny and new.
PepsiCo unveiled new packaging for Tropicana Juice, and let’s say it was a big NO from the public. The major complaint from consumers said that it wasn’t clearly marked anymore ( which I can attest to). Last Sunday, I went to  my over-priced chain supermarket [...]

Yet Another Food Recall

U.S. News and World Report has announced another food recall. Some potato products called Simply Potatoes were pulled from Giant and Stop & Save supermarkets. Products puuled from the shelves were as follows:
20 oz. Simply Potatoes Shredded Hash Browns
20 oz. Simply Potatoes Potato Slices
20 oz. Simply Potatoes Red Potato Wedges
All have sell by dates of  [...]

Obama Sushi Roll

Seriously.
I love the Japanese!

Minestrone for whatever ails you

Well, what do you do when you want a vegetable soup, but not just any vegetable soup? You make minestrone, the king of vegetable soups. The good thing about this recipe is that with the omission of the meat,  this becomes vegetarian; and with the omission of the cheese, it becomes vegan.
Ingredients
3 Tbl. olive oil
1/2 [...]

Valentine’s day dessert ideas

So you’ve decided on what you are going to serve for you “impromptu” indoor picnic, but are lost for suggestions. What should a budding culinarian like you do, perchance? Well, let a girl guide you through the sea of complicated dessert items. You could always buy something, but what I would like to see you [...]

More Valentines Day Fare: Portobello Fries and Roasted Asparagus

So, you’ve read my previous post on appetizers for you and your intended, and you said to yourself, ” But CC, I want to have at least some veggies to offer my lover, or Hey CC; I don’t eat meat! Sure you do, just not of the four-legged variety
Try these two appetizers that [...]

Valentine’s Day Appetizers: BBQ Bacon Shrimp and Twice-baked Mini potatoes

Looking to score some points with your main squeeze? Is going out putting a strain on the old finances? Well, the Culinary Chick is looking out for you.
Here are two simple, yet elegant appetizers to win the favor of your intended. They also are siutable for that cocktail party or sporting event at your house.
If [...]

Chicken and Sausage Gumbo

I have always loved gumbo. I was in the mood for some the other day, but hadn’t made it quite some time, so I made some. It turned out great, but I forgot how time-consuming it can be. Here is the recipe I served at my last place of employment, The Admiral’s Cup in Fell’ [...]

Peanut Plant Officials Knew of Salmonella Problems

Yes, People.
According to the FDA, these folks let money get in their way of their fiduciary responsibility.
Here is link to the rest of the article:
http://www.comcast.net/articles/news-general/20090207/Salmonella.Outbreak/

Peaut Butter recall update

Please, folks; If you haven’t checked the list from the CDC to see what products have been affected by the recall, please do so now.  Some brands of ice cream, gourmet peant butter, and some protein bars are now on the list.
Link to CDC list here