KemoNine's Culinary Notebook

Sloppy Joe

Sun, 13 Sep 2026 00:00:00 +0000

Tahini Yogurt Sauce

Sat, 12 Sep 2026 00:00:00 +0000

Fajita Seasoning

Mon, 07 Sep 2026 00:00:00 +0000

Elote (Street Corn) Pasta Salad

Sat, 22 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0000

Notes

For added bulk or making this a main: add 1/2 lbs shredded chicken

BBQ Sauce

Sat, 22 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0000

Sumac Lemon Sauce

Fri, 07 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0000

Spinach & Turkey Feta Meatballs

Sun, 12 Jul 2026 13:45:09 -0400

Sesame "Chicken" Sauce

Sun, 12 Jul 2026 13:44:56 -0400

Notes

Sauce will thicken when cooked.

Honey "Chicken" Sauce

Sun, 12 Jul 2026 13:44:46 -0400

Notes

Sauce will thicken when cooked

Taco Seasoning (Budget Bytes)

Sun, 12 Jul 2026 13:44:35 -0400

Molasses Cookies

Sun, 12 Jul 2026 13:44:21 -0400

Ginger Snaps

Sun, 12 Jul 2026 13:44:12 -0400

Notes

these cookies expand
bake on parchment paper

Karidopita

Sun, 12 Jul 2026 13:44:03 -0400

Sour Cream Gravy

Sun, 12 Jul 2026 13:43:54 -0400

Au Jus

Sun, 12 Jul 2026 13:43:27 -0400

Tzatziki

Mon, 25 May 2026 00:00:00 +0000

Notes

dial back lemon for less of a bite

Ranch Dressing

Mon, 25 May 2026 00:00:00 +0000

Notes

definitely make ‘well ahead of time’ if at all possible
double spices is probably wise
do not skip dill, even if you don’t like it. it’s key for flavor profile, start with 1/2 and adjust accordingly
watch out for dill, it could be considered strong in this recipe. use 1.5x instead of 2x if you’re sensitive to dill but want more flavor
is a bit thicker than hidden valley brand ranch

Popcorn Chicken

Mon, 25 May 2026 00:00:00 +0000

Notes

kind of bland on own, even with increasing spice levels
these want a dipping sauce

Chicken Rice Bowls

Mon, 25 May 2026 00:00:00 +0000

Important

This recipe needs some kind of sauce. The recipe source suggests tzatziki or pesto. Without a sauce or similar, this will be very dry.
This recipe was designed to be a base for ‘more’, much like a ‘Fast Fresh’ restaurant (ie. Pita Way, Chipotle). It can be had without more veg but it’s not ideal.

Notes

Use only 1 cup of rice and dial back rice spices some. the recipe amounts make a ton of rice
Watch oven timings: can easily dry out chicken
Some kind of non-thin sauce (tzatziki, etc) is wise to serve with the meal

Kemo's Hot Chocolate

Thu, 30 Apr 2026 00:00:00 +0000

Chicken Pasta Salad

Thu, 30 Apr 2026 00:00:00 +0000

Notes

Can be served hot or cold

Dirty Rice

Tue, 24 Feb 2026 00:00:00 +0000

Bacon

Tue, 24 Feb 2026 00:00:00 +0000

Sorbet

Wed, 06 Aug 2025 00:00:00 +0000

This page contains all of my notes and recipes related to sorbet. This page will be updated with additional information and recipes over time.

Changelog

2025-08-06: Initial creation

Hardware

Required

Loaf Tins (opens in a new tab)
Blender

Optional

Loaf Pan Lids (opens in a new tab) to avoid plastic wrap / tin foil
Ice Cube Trays (opens in a new tab) for faster freezing
Ice Cream Containers (opens in a new tab) for transport / longer term storage / multiple batch making

Notes

Fixes

Can fully melt and re-work a sorbet
Always re-freeze a sorbet fully before making any adjustments or similar. Not re-freezing between fixes can break the mix – chill your base down to 40°F or lower before you churn it again
Too sweet: Add more lemon, water, or fruit
Too icy: Add more sugar until you’re satisfied
Under seasoned: Lots of sorbets are; simply add more salt and spin it again.
If a sorbet is just ’too problematic’, toss in a blender with a little [coconut] water (and/or alcohol) and make a slushie / daiquiri

Blending

A fully frozen sorbet will not blend. It needs to melt some before blending

Sugars

Relative Sweetness

See the source (opens in a new tab) page for full detail.

Microwave Eggs

Fri, 11 Apr 2025 00:00:00 +0000

Alternative Styles

Scrambled: scramble then put in jar
Hard Boiled: Cook for a more extended period and it’ll turn into a boiled egg for consistency / flavor / texture
Poached: Put a measure of water in the bottom of the jar instead of oil

Porcupine Meatballs

Sat, 29 Mar 2025 00:00:00 +0000

One Pot Ground Beef & Orzo

Sat, 29 Mar 2025 00:00:00 +0000

Expiration Dates

Sat, 19 Oct 2024 00:00:00 +0000

From

https://www.foodandwine.com/sell-by-vs-use-by-8402060 (opens in a new tab)

Use-by date

Use-by dates suggest the peak quality (opens in a new tab) of a product, and are not safety dates. According to the USDA (opens in a new tab) , “With the exception of infant formula, if the date passes during home storage, a product should still be safe and wholesome if handled properly until spoilage is evident. Spoiled foods will develop an off-odor, flavor, or texture due to naturally occurring spoilage bacteria. If a food has developed such spoilage characteristics, it should not be eaten.”

Juicing Lemon

Fri, 11 Oct 2024 00:00:00 +0000

There’s no denying how much vibrant flavor fresh lemons and limes bring to a recipe, but they’re not cheap! So here are a few tricks that I use to juice a lemon (or lime) to make sure you get every last drop of juice and leave no penny wasted.

Choose Ripe Lemons

This step might be the most obvious, but it can also be the most difficult depending on the season or your location. Unripe, rock-hard lemons are not likely to give you much juice no matter what, so spend some time checking for ripeness before you buy.

Al Dente Pasta

Fri, 11 Oct 2024 00:00:00 +0000

place pasta in cold water in pot with lid on
bring to boil
uncover
al dente in 5-10 minutes

Simple Chicken Casserole

Sat, 31 Aug 2024 00:00:00 +0000

Red Beans, Sausage and Rice Skillet

Sat, 31 Aug 2024 00:00:00 +0000

Basic Chicken Parm

Sat, 31 Aug 2024 00:00:00 +0000

Salisbury Steak

Sat, 22 Jun 2024 00:00:00 +0000

Notes

Serve over mashed potatoes or buttered egg noodles (like stroganoff).
The gravy works well with meatloaf, meatballs, etc
The beef mix can be used to make meatloaf and meataballs

Taco Seasoning (M. Riley)

Fri, 16 Feb 2024 00:00:00 +0000

Pancakes

Fri, 16 Feb 2024 00:00:00 +0000

Quinoa Chili

Sun, 04 Feb 2024 00:00:00 +0000

To Dehydrate

Spread evenly onto dehydrator trays. Dry at 145F/63C for 8-10 hours. Chili is done when the beans are dry.
Evenly package into 6 servings, in air-tight containers (like ziplock bags) or vacuum seal. Store in a cool, dark & dry place.

To Rehydrate

Pour dry chili into the pot; add 1 cup water per serving and stir well. Bring to a boil. Simmer, stirring occasionally, for about 20 minutes.

Mushy Rice

Sun, 04 Feb 2024 00:00:00 +0000

So the rice I made during meal prep recently turned into a mushy, horrible, gross, sticky mess

I wasn’t sure how to salvage the starchy mess but then I remembered I’ve done 2 things that were yummy, if not a little ‘mushy’ texture wise

fried plantains
fried left over mashed potato pancakes

Turns out mushy rice will cook up similar to plantain/mashed potato if you form it into a patty of sorts, put some canola oil in a pan and then fry the ever loving shit out of it like you would other starches

Earl Grey Lavender Shortbread Cookies

Sun, 04 Feb 2024 00:00:00 +0000

Chicken Enchilada Soup

Sun, 04 Feb 2024 00:00:00 +0000

Chicken and Orzo

Sun, 04 Feb 2024 00:00:00 +0000

Caramelized Onions

Sun, 04 Feb 2024 00:00:00 +0000

Notes

The boiling/steaming breaks down the cells quicker; the baking soda speeds the chemical change that releases the sugars.

Biltong (Jerky)

Sun, 04 Feb 2024 00:00:00 +0000

Notes

if using cheaper cuts of game or beef, add 1 tsp of bicarbonate of soda per kg to tenderize the meat.
if you don’t have any coarse salt and need to substitute with table salt, double-check that it’s not iodized salt – iodine leaves a bitter taste in the mouth

Betty's Baked Beans

Sun, 04 Feb 2024 00:00:00 +0000

Applesauce

Sun, 04 Feb 2024 00:00:00 +0000

Simple Tuna Casserole

Wed, 02 Aug 2023 00:00:00 +0000

Prevent Apple Browning

Fri, 31 Mar 2023 00:00:00 +0000

This is a copy of the information at the link. Cataloged here to ensure the information isn’t lost to the sands of time.

Plain Water

The most important thing you can do to avoid browning is to reduce the apple’s exposure to air. And the simplest way to do that is to submerge your apple slices in water. Since the slices will float to the top of the water, place a clean paper towel on top. Once the paper towel is wet, it will push the apples under the water’s surface. Another technique is to put the apple slices in zip-lock bags with the air pressed out. Neither of these techniques call for additional ingredients, and both work great for keeping the apples from browning.

Faux Spanish Rice

Fri, 31 Mar 2023 00:00:00 +0000

Chicken Pesto Pasta

Tue, 28 Mar 2023 00:00:00 +0000

Chicken and Broccoli Stir Fry

Tue, 28 Mar 2023 00:00:00 +0000

Amaranth

Tue, 28 Mar 2023 00:00:00 +0000

Notes

tastes good with honey
tastes good with maple syrup
tastes good with fruit

Tuna Salad

Thu, 26 Jan 2023 00:00:00 +0000

Zesty Burgers

Sun, 01 Jan 2023 00:00:00 +0000

Vegan Vanilla Cup Cakes

Sun, 01 Jan 2023 00:00:00 +0000

Tortellini Gratin

Sun, 01 Jan 2023 00:00:00 +0000

can burn easy under broiler, watch closely

Stove Top Popcorn

Sun, 01 Jan 2023 00:00:00 +0000

Spinach Souffle

Sun, 01 Jan 2023 00:00:00 +0000

Skillet Potato

Sun, 01 Jan 2023 00:00:00 +0000

Simple Red Cabbage

Sun, 01 Jan 2023 00:00:00 +0000

Simple Pesto Turkey Meatballs

Sun, 01 Jan 2023 00:00:00 +0000

Simple Caesar Dressing

Sun, 01 Jan 2023 00:00:00 +0000

Shepherd's Pie (Parsnip)

Sun, 01 Jan 2023 00:00:00 +0000

Riley's Shepherd's Pie

Sun, 01 Jan 2023 00:00:00 +0000

Riley V's Gumbo

Sun, 01 Jan 2023 00:00:00 +0000

Pork Roast

Sun, 01 Jan 2023 00:00:00 +0000

Pasty

Sun, 01 Jan 2023 00:00:00 +0000

Notes

These were copied from Grandma’s recipe book exactly. “Crust 2” is copied verbatim from her recipes.

Pasta Sauce

Sun, 01 Jan 2023 00:00:00 +0000

Nugget Sauces

Sun, 01 Jan 2023 00:00:00 +0000

No Milk Mashed Potatoes

Sun, 01 Jan 2023 00:00:00 +0000

garlic powder is a good spice
fresh ground pepper is a good spice

Mushroom Mustard Sauce

Sun, 01 Jan 2023 00:00:00 +0000

Mozzarella Crusted Chicken

Sun, 01 Jan 2023 00:00:00 +0000

Moroccan "Chicken" Marinade

Sun, 01 Jan 2023 00:00:00 +0000

Mini BBQ Cheddar Meatloaf

Sun, 01 Jan 2023 00:00:00 +0000

Measuring Conversions

Sun, 01 Jan 2023 00:00:00 +0000

3 tsp == 1 Tbsp
4 Tbsp == 1/4 cup
5 1/3 Tbsp = 1/3 cup

Lemon Parmesan White Meat Crust

Sun, 01 Jan 2023 00:00:00 +0000

Java BBQ Marinade

Sun, 01 Jan 2023 00:00:00 +0000

Internal Meat Temps

Sun, 01 Jan 2023 00:00:00 +0000

Chicken: 165F
Beef: 160F
Fish: 145F
Pork: 160F

Holiday Mix (Puppy Chow)

Sun, 01 Jan 2023 00:00:00 +0000

Granola Clusters

Sun, 01 Jan 2023 00:00:00 +0000

Grandma's Sugar Cookies

Sun, 01 Jan 2023 00:00:00 +0000

Notes

Frost them Grandma’s way: Grandma’s Cookie Frosting .

Grandma's Cookie Notes

Sun, 01 Jan 2023 00:00:00 +0000

Notes

sometimes use canned (evaporated) milk
don’t use fat free milk
use at least 2% milk
cream or 1/2 and 1/2 works best for milk
any milk will work if you use a little butter or margarine to substitute creaminess ; about 1 tsp or so
always have powdered sugar handy in case consistency isn’t right for spreading
it should not run off cookie
remember to stir frosting as you go, it hardens a bit
i don’t use a mixer either ; “beat” and whip by hand

Grandma's Cookie Frosting

Sun, 01 Jan 2023 00:00:00 +0000

Made for: Grandma’s Sugar Cookies .

Notes

To color: divide into portions and follow the coloring directions
Allow time to set so cookies don’t stick together when storing
Separate cookie layers with waxed paper for best results
For softer frosting add 1/4 cup butter or margarine and reduce cream to 2 tablespoons

Goulash

Sun, 01 Jan 2023 00:00:00 +0000

Easy As Shepherd's Pie

Sun, 01 Jan 2023 00:00:00 +0000

Corn + Poblano Succotash

Sun, 01 Jan 2023 00:00:00 +0000

Coffee and Cream Brownies

Sun, 01 Jan 2023 00:00:00 +0000

Classic Peanut Butter Cookies

Sun, 01 Jan 2023 00:00:00 +0000

Cincinnati Chili

Sun, 01 Jan 2023 00:00:00 +0000

Chipper

Sun, 01 Jan 2023 00:00:00 +0000

Filling

Hint: mix crust in pan & pat firmly in bottom

Short Version

Butter and flour mix until cornmeal consistency
Press into pan to line it
Bake @ 350F for 10-15 mins
Cool - this is required

–

Add filling
- Basically fruit pie filling (no bake)
- Jams / preserves

–

1 cup powdered sugar
8oz cream cheese
1 cup whip cream or cool whip
Mix together until smooth
Spread over filling

–

Chili

Sun, 01 Jan 2023 00:00:00 +0000

Cherry and Balsamic Glaze

Sun, 01 Jan 2023 00:00:00 +0000

Cappuccino Muffins

Sun, 01 Jan 2023 00:00:00 +0000

Candied Sweet Potatoes

Sun, 01 Jan 2023 00:00:00 +0000

Cajun Seasoning

Sun, 01 Jan 2023 00:00:00 +0000

Butterscotch Squares

Sun, 01 Jan 2023 00:00:00 +0000

Breaded Baked Chicken

Sun, 01 Jan 2023 00:00:00 +0000

Bistro Chicken

Sun, 01 Jan 2023 00:00:00 +0000

Notes

When using a bell pepper, it may be wise to skip the basil and tomato. The bell pepper adds a sweetness that can clash with these two ingredients.

Beef Stew

Sun, 01 Jan 2023 00:00:00 +0000

Notes

Can use hamburger if formed into meatballs

Balsamic Fig Sauce

Sun, 01 Jan 2023 00:00:00 +0000

Balsamic Cranberry Sauce

Sun, 01 Jan 2023 00:00:00 +0000

"Salmon" Brown Sugar Glaze

Sun, 01 Jan 2023 00:00:00 +0000

"Fish" and "Chicken" Piccata Sauce (Lemon Caper)

Sun, 01 Jan 2023 00:00:00 +0000

Garlic Bread

Wed, 07 Dec 2022 00:00:00 +0000

Wild Rice Mix

Mon, 05 Dec 2022 00:00:00 +0000

Notes

It may be wise to cook wild rice partially in water, then mix with uncooked long grain rice to finish cooking

White Meat Soy Molasses Marinade

Mon, 05 Dec 2022 00:00:00 +0000

Turkey and Wild Rice Soup

Mon, 05 Dec 2022 00:00:00 +0000

The Ultimate Homemade Hot Chocolate

Mon, 05 Dec 2022 00:00:00 +0000

Teriyaki Adjacent Marinade

Mon, 05 Dec 2022 00:00:00 +0000

Tartar Sauce (Vegan)

Mon, 05 Dec 2022 00:00:00 +0000

Stuffed Cabbage

Mon, 05 Dec 2022 00:00:00 +0000

Spinach Rice With Feta

Mon, 05 Dec 2022 00:00:00 +0000

Sourdough Starter

Mon, 05 Dec 2022 00:00:00 +0000

Slow Cooker Chicken Noodle Soup

Mon, 05 Dec 2022 00:00:00 +0000

Sheet Pan BBQ Meatloaf

Mon, 05 Dec 2022 00:00:00 +0000

Sheet Pan BBQ Meatballs

Mon, 05 Dec 2022 00:00:00 +0000

Rice Cooker Mac and Cheese

Mon, 05 Dec 2022 00:00:00 +0000

Red Beans and Rice

Mon, 05 Dec 2022 00:00:00 +0000

Notes

The trick is seasoning it throughout and make sure that the pepper burns the back of your mouth and there’s a smokiness in it

Quickie Red Beans and Rice

Mon, 05 Dec 2022 00:00:00 +0000

Notes

If you can’t find Andouille sausage you can use any other type of smoked sausage. The sausage I bought came in a 14oz. package, but you can use anywhere from 12-16oz.

Pineapple Protein Smoothie

Mon, 05 Dec 2022 00:00:00 +0000

Parmesan Crusted Pork Chops

Mon, 05 Dec 2022 00:00:00 +0000

Overnight Oats

Mon, 05 Dec 2022 00:00:00 +0000

Layers

Milk
Oats
Fruit
Jam
Sweetener

Sweets

Lighter honey/agave for “fresh”
Darker honey/agave for “spice”
Maple
Brown Sugar
Molasses

Pairings

fig + honey
raspberry + maple
raisins
pomegranate seed + dark agave + strawberry jam
honey + pomegranate seed + raspberry jam
nuts
dried fruit
blackberry + lemon juice + maple syrup

Notes

Leftover steel cut oats can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. Their texture will soften as they sit, so if they are too chewy for you on Day 1, you can let them hang out a bit longer.
The first day, the oats will be more liquidy, but they will continue to absorb more of the milk throughout the week. If at any point you’d like more milk, simply splash a little on top of your bowl or pour more in the individual mason jars if you are storing the steel cut oats that way.

Olive Oil Mashed Potatoes

Mon, 05 Dec 2022 00:00:00 +0000

No Soak Beans

Mon, 05 Dec 2022 00:00:00 +0000

Dry Bean Cook Times

Bean	Time
Black Beans	20-25 minutes
Black Eyed Peas	20-25 minutes
Great Northern Beans	25-30 minutes
Navy Beans	25-30 minutes
Pinto beans	25-30 minutes
Cannellini Beans	35-40 minutes
Chickpeas (garbanzo)	35-40 minutes

Mustard Horseradish Marinade

Mon, 05 Dec 2022 00:00:00 +0000

Lemon Parsley Pasta

Mon, 05 Dec 2022 00:00:00 +0000

Lemon Honey Marinade

Mon, 05 Dec 2022 00:00:00 +0000

Lemon Chicken Pasta

Mon, 05 Dec 2022 00:00:00 +0000

Notes

Skipped breading chicken
Skipped parsley
Did NOT pound chicken thin

Instant Pot Steel Cut Oats

Mon, 05 Dec 2022 00:00:00 +0000

Instant Pot Red Meat Stew

Mon, 05 Dec 2022 00:00:00 +0000

Work In Progress Notes

Reduced amount of meat in original recipes, increased veggies
Turmeric was not in original recipes
Squash was not in original recipes
Used decent Pinot Noir
Doubled Worcestershire sauce for more bite
3 cloves garlic

Hummus

Mon, 05 Dec 2022 00:00:00 +0000

Notes

Adapted from 3 different recipes to ensure 100% from scratch Hummus
Adapted to use an Instant Pot (or similar pressure cooker) for speeding up chickpea cooking process
- Adapted ingredients to take above into account

Tahini Paste

A blender with high power can be used in place of a food processor

Hummus

A blender with high power can be used in place of a food processor

Horseradish Vinegar Marinade (The Healthy Foodie)

Mon, 05 Dec 2022 00:00:00 +0000

Horseradish Vinegar Marinade (Jerkyholic)

Mon, 05 Dec 2022 00:00:00 +0000

Honey Mustard Sauce

Mon, 05 Dec 2022 00:00:00 +0000

Honey Mustard Lemon Marinade

Mon, 05 Dec 2022 00:00:00 +0000

Homemade BBQ Sauce (No Ketchup)

Mon, 05 Dec 2022 00:00:00 +0000

Hawaiian "Fish" Marinade

Mon, 05 Dec 2022 00:00:00 +0000

Fish To Use

Snapper
Trout

Hard Boiled Eggs

Mon, 05 Dec 2022 00:00:00 +0000

Notes

KemoNine prefers only 6 minutes for a more savory, gooey result

Grandma's Versatile Stew

Mon, 05 Dec 2022 00:00:00 +0000

Notes

This was designed to be more ‘heart smart’ than a standard beef stew while also being adaptable to Keto/Low Carb diets.
It’s even flexible enough to adapt to a vegan diet.
Ingredients were selected to avoid common ‘filler foods’ that are nutritious but feature heavily in western diets day to day. Kind of a ‘get outside the go to foods’ style recipe.
Options for using ‘go to foods’ are included for completeness.
Spicing option left intentionally open-ended. Adjust to your preferences.

Main Protein

Pick ONE

Extra Cheesy Homemade Mac and Cheese

Mon, 05 Dec 2022 00:00:00 +0000

Easy Slow Cooker Hamburger Stew

Mon, 05 Dec 2022 00:00:00 +0000

Easy Lemon Pepper Chicken

Mon, 05 Dec 2022 00:00:00 +0000

Easy Homemade Meatballs

Mon, 05 Dec 2022 00:00:00 +0000

Easy 3 ingredient pie crust

Mon, 05 Dec 2022 00:00:00 +0000

Notes

You can blind-bake this dough at 350°F for about 40 minutes. Make sure to use pie weights to prevent bubbling and a foil ring to prevent burning. If you are making a filled pie, temperatures and bake time will vary, depending on the filling and the thickness of the required crust.

Crispy Baked Potato

Mon, 05 Dec 2022 00:00:00 +0000

Couche-Couche

Mon, 05 Dec 2022 00:00:00 +0000

Notes

It’s a homemade sorta cereal. You eat it with milk. I put some honey on top. You can also do cane syrup.

Cold / Flu Soup

Mon, 05 Dec 2022 00:00:00 +0000

Soup!

This is my let’s get better from our cold or flu soup.

Always garlic, often horseradish, sometimes ginger.Often Mince meat, today added sausage. Always Mushrooms and onion.Let the potatoes and carrots cook while you cut and fry the other stuff.

I use a little bit of green curry paste as a base flavor, along with a stock cube, some grillkrydda (kind of bbq spice), some extra powdered stock (today vegeta seasoning).Back in the day I often had different types of chili sauce as well.

Chili Seasoning

Mon, 05 Dec 2022 00:00:00 +0000

Chicken Nuggets

Mon, 05 Dec 2022 00:00:00 +0000

Notes

Use unsalted fats to greatly reduce saltiness
Ranch dressing mixes tend to be very salty

Cajun Sausage and Rice Skillet

Mon, 05 Dec 2022 00:00:00 +0000

Brown Rice Substitution

Brown rice requires more liquid and a much longer cook time than white rice, so you will need to take these into account if you attempt to substitute brown rice for the white rice in this recipe. While I haven’t tested a brown rice version, I would probably add at least another cup of chicken broth and increase the simmer time to closer to 40 minutes.

Banana Bread

Mon, 05 Dec 2022 00:00:00 +0000

"Steak" butter (half batch)

Mon, 05 Dec 2022 00:00:00 +0000

Teriyaki Sauce

Sun, 04 Dec 2022 00:00:00 +0000

Steel Cut Oats

Sun, 04 Dec 2022 00:00:00 +0000

Are Steel Cut Oats the Same as Rolled Oats or Instant Oatmeal?

In the sense that all come from the same grain, yes. How they are processed, however, is different, which is why making a bowl of oatmeal with each of the different types of oats yields different results.

Steel Cut Oats: The best bowl of oatmeal. The oats are left whole and cut into pieces with a steel mill. Steel cut oats are the least processed and therefore maintain the best texture when cooked. They also take the longest amount of time to cook (as you will see, it’s worth waiting). If you need them ready in a hurry, this Instant Pot Steel Cut Oats recipe is perfect.
Rolled Oats: A respectable though not otherworldly bowl of oatmeal. The oats are steamed and pressed flat. If you are in a big hurry and need breakfast in a few minutes, rolled oats are reliable option. They are also my favorite for baking (steel cut oats stay way too crunchy).
Instant Oats: Just say no to a bowl of instant oatmeal. These are rolled oats that are cut into small pieces. By the time you heat them, they lose all texture (hence, mushy). Instant oats work nicely in some recipes where you don’t want the oatmeal to maintain its complete texture, like these Healthy No Bake Cookies, but would not be a good choice for a tasty breakfast.

Notes

For every 1 cup of steel cut oats, you’ll need 3 1/2 to 4 cups of liquid, depending upon how thick you’d like them to be (less liquid = thicker steel cut oatmeal).
Choose Your Texture.
- Once the oats have been simmering 20 minutes, they’ll need about 5 to 10 minutes of additional simmering to reach their ideal texture.
- “Ideal” is defined by YOU, the oatmeal chef! Like your oats more chewy? Stop cooking them sooner. Softer, thicker, and creamier is more your style? Let them go the full half hour. Thirty minutes is my personal steel cut oatmeal sweet spot.
- The oats will continue to thicken as they cool, so don’t panic if they seem too thin.
Leftover steel cut oatmeal is a meal-prepper’s dream! Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 5 days, either as one large batch or in individual portions. Oatmeal will thicken as it chills. Reheat gently in the microwave or on the stove with an extra splash of liquid to thin it back out.
Steel cut oats are also very freezer friendly. Freeze in an airtight container for up to 3 months. Let thaw overnight in the refrigerator.

Sports Drink & Oral Re-hydration

Sun, 04 Dec 2022 00:00:00 +0000

Important Consideration - MUST READ

THE BELOW IS FOR AVOIDING DEHYDRATION OR VERY MILD DEHYDRATION
THIS IS NOT GOING TO HELP WITH MODERATE TO SEVERE DEHYDRATION
IF YOU’RE CONCERNED SEEK: PROPER MEDICAL CARE

Critical Notes and Information

You MUST include a glucose (sugar) source for proper uptake of water and electrolytes (salts primarily) or the solution will be non-effective.
Potassium is an important electrolyte, not just sodium (salt). If possible, include a source of potassium as part of the recipe. See the ASU recipes for examples of getting potassium.
Potassium can be skipped but a food source for replenishing potassium is important if more than mild dehydration occurs.
If using coconut water, make sure it’s unflavored, unsweetened, etc. I use Vita Coco Coconut water ‘pressed coconut’
Use fresh fruit(s) for best effects ; juices tend to be processed heavily and may not have a good level of citric acid present which is part of the WHO recommendations for a hydration drink ingredient

Salt Source

Assume ‘salt’ means one of the following
- Himalayan pink salt
- Sea salt
- Kosher, iodized salt
Himalayan pink salt is the least processed followed by sea salt followed by standard table salt (get kosher, iodized salt if going with standard salt)
Sodium levels for the above salts are about equal and the crystal size adds the most variability to sodium level obtained (bigger crystal == less sodium)
Practically all 3 forms of salt can be swapped freely

Spiced Rices

Sun, 04 Dec 2022 00:00:00 +0000

Spice Mix Recipes

Sun, 04 Dec 2022 00:00:00 +0000

Riley's Baked Mac n Cheese

Sun, 04 Dec 2022 00:00:00 +0000

Pasta With Sausage and Peppers

Sun, 04 Dec 2022 00:00:00 +0000

One Pot Creamy Cajun Chicken Pasta

Sun, 04 Dec 2022 00:00:00 +0000

One Pot American Goulash

Sun, 04 Dec 2022 00:00:00 +0000

KemoNine's Berry Sauce

Sun, 04 Dec 2022 00:00:00 +0000

Notes

You should be able to use any berry + citrus some recommendations:
- Blueberry + Lemon
- Raspberry + Lime
You can use 1/2 cup white sugar instead of honey or agave nectar
This freezes good and keeps awhile in the fridge

Instant Pot Sweet Potatoes

Sun, 04 Dec 2022 00:00:00 +0000

Warning

DO NOT POKE HOLES IN THE POTATOES

Cook Times

Circumference	Cook Time (HIGH Pressure)	Natural Release Time
6 inches	15 - 20 minutes	10 - 11 minutes
8 inches	25 - 30 minutes	10 - 11 minutes
10 inches	35 - 40 minutes	10 - 11 minutes
12 inches	45 - 50 minutes	10 - 11 minutes

Instant Pot Hard Boiled Eggs

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Cooking time details

Use quick release when done cooking

Yolk Consistency	Pressure	Time
Slightly Runny Yolk	Low	4 mins
50% Hard Boiled folkway	Low	5 mins
Almost full bodied yolk	Low	7 mins

Instant Pot Cooking Times

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Ingredient	Ingredient:Water Ratio	Setting	Pressure	Time	Pressure Release
Rice - Basmati (white)	1:1	Rice	High	4-8 minutes	Quick after 10 minutes if not natural
Rice - Jasmine	1:1	Rice	High	3-5 minutes	Quick after 10 minutes if not natural
Rice - Brown (long/short)	1:1	Rice	High	22-28 minutes	Quick after 10 minutes if not natural
Rice - Wild mix	1:1	Rice	High	25-30 minutes	Quick after 10 minutes if not natural
Risotto	1:2	Rice	High	5-6 minutes	Quick release (NOT natural)
Steel cut oats	1:1.25	Manual	High	10 minutes	Quick after 12 minutes natural release
Barley	1:2.5	Manual	High	20-22 minutes	Quick release
Millet	1:1.5	Manual	High	9 minutes	Quick release
Farro	1:2	Manual	High	10 minutes	Quick release after 5 minutes natural
Quinoa	1:1	Manual	High	1 minute	Quick release after 5 minutes natural
Couscous	1:2	Manual	High	2-3 minutes	Quick release

Dill Dip (Vegan)

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Dill Dip

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Dehydration Times

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Ingredient	Temp	Time
Ground Pork + Ground Turkey mix	160F	4-6 hours
Ground chicken	160F	Unknown
Ground veal	160F	Unknown
Snapper (Skin on or off)	160F	10-12 hours
Herbs/Spices	110-115F	2-4 hours
Peppers	135F	6-8 hours

Citrus Bourbon Marinade

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Chili Cheese Beef n' Mac n' Cheese

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Chicken Pot Pie

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Notes

Used 1tsp onion powder initially (sub)
Used 1tbsp garlic powder initially (sub)
Used ‘silk’ brand non dairy heavy cream initially (sub)
Seemed bland
Needs
- A lot of fresh ground pepper/white pepper in main filling
- More or fresh garlic

Cheese Ball

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Storing Jerky

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Once the jerky is completely cool, place it in a bag or airtight container. Failing to do so will make the jerky sweat in the container and encourage mold and bacterial growth.

Always remember:

If you store at room temperature (around 70 F-74 F) leave it in a dark cool place and use it within a month.
If you store in the fridge, you have four to six months to use it.
If you choose to freeze it, you have one full year for consumption.

Always remember to label a jerky bag with the date in which it was prepared and the expiration date that it’d have depending on the method of storage you’re using.

Reliable Drying Rack Setup

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The below setup keeps paper towel off the food so the grease won’t make it soggy but still absorb excess liquid.

Get a sheet pan
Line bottom with paper towel
Put cooling rack upside down on top of paper towel
Put ‘wet’‘oily’‘fried’ foods on rack

Lemon Chicken 'Fettuccine'

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Notes

spices are a must
break pasta in half or quarters prior to cooking to make the mixing of everything at the end easier

Cleaning Cast Iron

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While the pan is hot: put 1 tbsp olive oil in center of the pan and pour 1 tbsp salt onto it. Using tongs with paper towel, wipe the pan until clean.

Chili Pepper Notes

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Scoville Unit Table

Pepper	Scoville Units
Banana	0 - 500 SHU
Poblano	1000 - 1500 SHU
Anaheim	500 - 2500 SHU
Jalapeno	3500 - 8000 SHU
Fresno	2500 - 10000 SHU
Serrano	10000 - 23000 SHU
Cayenne	30000 - 50000 SHU
Habanero	100000 - 350000 SHU