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Anderson Erickson Garden Vegetable Cottage Cheese — Product Review

Anderson Erickson (AE) is a midwest provider of dairy products based in Des Moines, Iowa. Their Old Fashioned Cottage Cheese product is considered an industry standard of excellence by which all other cottage cheese products are measured. [Learn More] As of 28 March 2021, The HyVee in Coralville, Iowa has been offering some of the unique cottage… Continue reading Anderson Erickson Garden Vegetable Cottage Cheese — Product Review

Anderson Erickson Old Fashioned Ranch Peppercorn Cottage Cheese — Product Review

Anderson Erickson (AE) is a midwest provider of dairy products based in Des Moines, Iowa. Their Old Fashioned Cottage Cheese product is considered an industry standard of excellence by which all other cottage cheese products are measured. [Learn More] As of 28 March 2021, The HyVee in Coralville, Iowa has been offering some of the… Continue reading Anderson Erickson Old Fashioned Ranch Peppercorn Cottage Cheese — Product Review

Cottage Cheese — Quality Rating, Review Standards, and Categories for Evaluation

Summary This document provides some standards for evaluating cottage cheese offerings from a variety of dairy companies. Cottage Cheese Rating System As a universal guide, we have made some subjective decisions about what makes an excellent cottage cheese. We rate various characteristics on a scale from 1 – 10 based on the following goals. Curd… Continue reading Cottage Cheese — Quality Rating, Review Standards, and Categories for Evaluation

Frigidaire Microwave Stove Vent Fan Won’t Turn Off [SOLVED]

Problem If you have a Frigidaire microwave functioning as a stovetop hood vent fan it may turn on if the cooking range causes an overheating issue. However, even after a period of time to cool down, it may continue running on high without responding to the on/off switch. Solution To correct the problem, try turning… Continue reading Frigidaire Microwave Stove Vent Fan Won’t Turn Off [SOLVED]

Kitchen Talk – My Two Favorite Trader Joe’s Recipes (Podcast E27)

In Episode #27, I talk about my two favorite Trader Joe’s recipes and some of the Trader Joe’s spices I use when cooking. Listen using your favorite podcast service. Apple [Listen] Anchor [Listen] Google [Listen] Spotify [Listen] Listen Using the Anchor Player Below Listen Using Our Website Player You can also download the show. Tap (or right click) the… Continue reading Kitchen Talk – My Two Favorite Trader Joe’s Recipes (Podcast E27)

Vegetarianism – Current Trends and Seven Reasons People Choose Plant-Based Foods (Podcast E22)

In Episode 22, I talk about three current trends influencing the discussion about vegetarianism and seven reasons people choose plant-based foods. In addition to the seven reasons given in the podcast for choosing vegetarianism, other reasons might be religious requirements or relationships where vegetarianism or meat eating are a choice in deference to others. Listen… Continue reading Vegetarianism – Current Trends and Seven Reasons People Choose Plant-Based Foods (Podcast E22)

Sadia Badiei – Building a Healthy Relationship with Food (25 Feb 2020)

In this video, Sadia Badiei and the Pick Up Limes team offer some inspiration and insights about building a healthy relationship with food. “Making Peace with Food” provides practical and effective ways to develop a positive attitude with food choices. Further Reading The links below offer more information. For the short links below, you’ll need… Continue reading Sadia Badiei – Building a Healthy Relationship with Food (25 Feb 2020)

Hamilton Beach Stainless Steel Ensemble Electric Kettle, 10-Cup

Product Description Tea? hot chocolate? instant soup? if you have a taste for it, Hamilton beach kettles can have it ready in minutes. incorporating the best of good thinking?, the powerful rapid-boil system provides fast heat-up from any standard outlet and the auto shut-off function helps keep kettles from boiling dry. Hamilton beach kettles are… Continue reading Hamilton Beach Stainless Steel Ensemble Electric Kettle, 10-Cup

Bodum Shin Bistro 8 Cup Coffee Maker French Press, (No Cork) 34-Ounce

Product Description from Amazon The Shin Bistro French Press Coffeemaker, from Bodum, combines a simple design aesthetic with a traditional brewing system made from high quality materials to set it apart from the rest. Its carafe is made from ultra-light, heat-resistant borosilicate glass and it has a black, stay cool, non-slip rubber handle. The 3-part… Continue reading Bodum Shin Bistro 8 Cup Coffee Maker French Press, (No Cork) 34-Ounce

KitchenAid 9-Speed White Hand Mixer With Digital Speed Control

Summary. The KitchenAid 9-Speed White Hand Mixer With Digital Speed Control is an excellent alternative to more expensive counter-top mixers. Some mixers, particularly those in the $10 price range, mix too quickly which can cause ingredients to fly out of the mixing bowl. This 9-speed mixer has a wider range of speeds, from very slow to very… Continue reading KitchenAid 9-Speed White Hand Mixer With Digital Speed Control