prevailed — among other things, there were fragments of ceramic bowl all over the kitchen, some mixed in with the eggplant. Plus, rinsing the eggplant would have removed all the smoky flavors from the roasting process.... (152 replies, last updated by BobB July 31, 2009)

up with a mess. Does anyone know of a basic food prep course where they teach you how to butcher a chicken properly and make a good stock? (6 replies, last updated by foodmaven April 20, 2007)

into food by cutting on it. In other words, there are minute amounts of plastic being chopped right into your salad every day when you use a plastic board and they are measureable in your body. If you don’t believe me just... (12 replies, last updated by RShea78 November 13, 2008)

I’m throwing a tail party at home next week and I wanted to find a place where I can buy pre-made (or ordered) finger foods. Any suggestions welcome; I’m not sure on a theme yet. Only requirement is summer appropriate, fresh, and... (4 replies, last updated by MMRuth July 3, 2007)

I happen to be VERY sweet snacker, saucyknave! (tee-hee) Actually, I thought the same thing— most of these Chowhounds' snacks were more savory than sweet. Care to start a thread about quick prep SWEET snack foods? Thanks to... (90 replies, last updated by saucyknave February 4, 2002)

Out here in Los Angeles, there are a number of shops that provide customers with the all the necessary foods and materials to assemble full entrees (uncooked), ready to pop into the freezer for later use. Casseroles, meat,... (2 replies, last updated by schifrin February 19, 2006)

Thousand Oaks is AMAZING!!! Even better than Woodland Hills. It has three or four double sided bar/tables filled w/ every single veggie imaginable, and tons and tons of prepped foods. I haven’t been to El Segundo to... (12 replies, last updated by goodhealthgourmet August 17, 2007)

Hi, I need some easy ideas for finger foods/one bite/not too messy eats for a funeral reception. Refrigeration and/or keeping things hot not a problem. Any and all replies appreciated. Tried and true foods from the 50s and 60s... (5 replies, last updated by mschow May 19, 2007)

How do you plan on reheating it? The easiest pre-prep way to do awesome asparagus is to make it like so: Prep asparagus the day before and dry it well. Place the asparagus on a foil-lined baking sheet and cover.Store in fridge.... (18 replies, last updated by kchurchill5 April 9, 2009)

Having Christmas at my place this year and would like order a turkey or ham dinner already made to free up my day. I was thinking the menu at Whole Foods looked pretty good and was also going to check out Bristol Farms. Anyone... (9 replies, last updated by Frank_Santa_Monica November 7, 2006)

$90 for two, right? all in? http://www.ninjakitchen.com/offer1.shtml keep one, give one as a gift. $45 per food chopper. the concept looks good, as it gives flexibility with the bowl size. i will keep my ears open to reviews on... (3 replies, last updated by alkapal November 13, 2009)

I have looked in alot of places but cannot find stainless steel prep bowls. I prefer ones with a flat bottom.. want to have all the same size as opposed to mixing bowls.. any recommendations? I actually envying my cat’s food... (9 replies, last updated by soupkitten May 12, 2009)

Hi, I was reading my newest Gourmet last night and was interested in making the chocolate torte, but then started reading the pan prep directions: Preheat oven to 300&Deg;F with rack in middle. Wrap outside of cake pan in plastic... (8 replies, last updated by danna January 30, 2009)

Do the soak prep to cleanse the digestive tract, then place them on charcoal hibachi, just a few inches above coal. They will open, at which time add shoyu. The shoyu will bubble and evaporate. At that time, add a bit more, and... (16 replies, last updated by bgazindad June 12, 2009)

Speaking from personal experience, don’t go with the worst hangover you’ve ever had. Even if you can keep the food down, it will be a waste of money. (11 replies, last updated by krazykid September 12, 2006)