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What does six sigma and cooking have in common?

Posted 11 January 2010 | By Betty | Categories: Six Sigma, general cooking information | 1 Comment

Share Had an interesting conversation today about which elements of six sigma or process improvement can be applied to cooking. Here’s are some of my thoughts, would love to hear yours. 1. Using the LEAN principles streamline the prep work. Plan ahead and cut out unnecessary steps (when it doesn’t compromise quality) 2. Map out [...]

Rodriguez-Hakes Thanksgiving Turkey Dinner – Brining the bird for the first time….

Posted 25 November 2009 | By Betty | Categories: Recipe: Main Dish, general cooking information | 1 Comment

Share I love to research recipes. Part of the fun of cooking is to see what everyone else had done, marry or pull it apart and make it my own. My sister does this as well – so perhaps you do too! I have some friends who follow recipes and directions to the letter, so [...]

Freezing Potato Soup?

Posted 28 October 2009 | By Betty | Categories: Recipe: General, general cooking information | No Comments

Share Received a question from a reader today: “I was just wondering if you have ever had any experience freezing potato soup. Maybe some helpful hints if you have?” Thanks Christy for this great question! In general cream based and potato soups do not freeze well, “the potato’s cellular structure breaks down in the freezer” [...]