? I’d like a not-too starchy filling, if you know what I mean. I’ve already washed them, which I gather might have been a mistake if I want to freeze them. Thanks in advance for any advice... PDA

Do you cook? How long does it take you to get flavorful meal on the table? The prep for even simple things must often start hours in advance.

I am making some dishes that require onions, fennel, basil, parsley etc.? Would like to get prep work out of way but how soon is too soon? Also, a bruscetta recipe with ceci beans says serve immediately. Any problems making it...

it! Your session will last up to two hours (just depends on how long you take to throw the stuff together – it’s pretty simple once you get the hang of it), so the whole thing including the drive from the city would be...

I’m making a pesto which contains cilantro, basil, lemongrass, fish sauce, jalapeno and other ingredients. Can it be made a day or two before I need it? Also, how far in advance can one prepare vegetable dumplings? I want...

I’m going to a friend’s house for lunch tomorrow and I’m bringing this sweet & sour cucumber salad. It says it "can be prepared and chilled two hours before serving". I’ve made it only once before and last...

I agree that the cheese will be fine. Don’t forget to add a little red pepper or hot sauce to replace any lost ‘zing’. As far as the yams go, I completely prepare mine in advance and freeze. Sweet potatoes,...

I really like to have everything prepared in advance for the big T day but have always waited until just before the meal to actually mash the potatoes and add the cream and butter and whatever else I decide to flavor 'em with....

depends, most of the time, opening the bottle will be sufficient; for some wines, putting it in a decanter will do it; never pour it in glasses in advance. It depends on the wine, depend on how long you want to open the bottle...

Okay, SF Chowhounds, we’re going to try to make this happen. I’ve been reading about how they did it in LA (and I’ll get in touch with the organizer for more detailed tips/suggestions). They compiled a list of...

Just looking for any tips on how to prepare (and more importantly KEEP) kishke so that it’s tasty for shabbos lunch. I’ve normally taken it out of the outer wrap, left the inner wrap on, and placed it on top of the...

I plan to make latkes for 60 people for my Fathers home. Should I make ahead and bring and warm or should I make batter and bring to his house, which may discolor. Or is the best way to prepare and cook at his house just before...

Piroshki - "Little Cakes"

thank you all for the advice ... i’m finally getting the chance to report back. candy, as per your suggestion, i added a little bit of cream of tartar. i prepared the souffles approximately 2 hours in advance, and while...

to have something different. Plus, it would be helpful to be able to order something in advance, to be assured of getting exactly what I want.