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November 02, 2018
Thanksgiving Dinner Essentials |
Mauviel Stainless Steel Roasting Pan with Rack An excellent pan for roasting the turkey, and for baking dishes for a crowd. |
Epicurean Natural Cutting Board Choose a cutting board that is kind to your knives. This one is our favorite, as well as dishwasher safe.
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Zwilling Pro 7" Santoku The most valuable knife for Thanksgiving and all the chopping and slicing involved in dinner preparation.
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RSVP Potato Ricer Make fluffy, lump-free mashed potatoes with ease! |
OXO Swivel Peeler A sharp peeler makes a quick work of prepping vegetables. Keep a couple around for any extra helping hands. |
Wusthof Carving Set This set is indispensable when it's time to carve the bird. The fork steadies while the sharp knife carves with ease.
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October 18, 2018
This time of year is perfect for cooking a few favorite comfort foods using one of our favorite types of pans - cast iron. Known for supreme durability and great heat retention, cast iron has been a classic type of cookware for over two thousand years! IN THIS ISSUE, we explore a few easy recipes that utilize cast iron, and will surely satisfy any hunger.
Our Favorite Cast Iron |
Lodge 12" Skillet Bake and serve all in one dish! These skillets are oven safe and broiler safe.
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Staub 4QT Turquoise Cocotte A versatile cast iron pot that features an enameled surface interior and exterior.
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Finex 10' Skillet Cast iron gets a modern make-over! American-made, designed to last forever. Unique stay cool handle design. Start an heirloom.
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Le Creuset 5.25QT Deep Round Oven A classic pot for a reason! This pot has defined the enameled cast iron.
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Knappmade Chain Mail Scrubber Perfect for cleaning cast iron.
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Finex Cast Iron Dutch Oven Modern cast iron that is defined by its heavy-duty construction that promotes even cooking and superior heat retention, Stay cool handles and, octagonal shape.
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October 18, 2018
Serves 4-6 Nothing beats a classic pot roast! Easy to prepare, the oven does all the hard work of creating an entire delicious meal in one pot. We recommend using a large, enameled cast iron Dutch oven for roasting - it cooks food perfectly and clean up is so easy. A quick gravy ties all of the savory flavors together for a meal that delivers on comfort and flavor. Ingredients: Pot Roast Gravy Ingredients: Directions: |
October 18, 2018
Makes one large 10" cookie Close your eyes, imagine biting into a warm, chocolate chip cookie. To make your dreams come true, try this skillet chocolate chip cookie -- it delivers the perfect chewy, chocolatey experience that you need. This recipe's flavor is elevated with a few special add-ins -- a hint of heat from the cayenne pepper, just the right amount of dark chocolate chips, plenty of crunchy walnuts, and to complete the experience - a sprinkle of flaked salt. Ingredients: Directions: 2. In a separate bowl, mix the dry ingredients, flour, baking soda, salt, and cayenne pepper until evenly combined. 3. Add the dry ingredient mixture to the butter-sugar mixture. Fold in the chocolate chips and walnuts. Transfer the cookie dough to a 10-inch cast-iron skillet and pat into place forming an even layer. |
August 27, 2018
SUMMER'S END IS NEARLY HERE -- time to plan one last hurrah!
IN THIS ISSUE, we’ve planned a perfect dinner party menu with Jerk Pork Tenderloin, Coconut-Ginger Rice, Island Black Beans, Beet Slaw, and even a Classic Piña Colada! Break out the drink umbrellas, queue up a good playlist, and get ready for a party!
Cuisipro Fine V Rasp This tool is a kitchen essential! Great for zesting citrus, cheeses, and more! |
Microplane 3-In-1 Ginger Tool Include more ginger in your cooking! This 3-In-1 ginger tool makes it easy! |
Vitamix Asent Series So many uses! Blend smoothies, sauces, marinades, soups, and more! |
All-Clad 3QT Stainless Steal Sauce Pan
An essential pot that cooks rice, beans, and so much more. Stainless clad for the perfect balance between durability and efficient heat transfer.
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Kyocera 3" Ceramic Paring Knife A perfectly sized knife for small prep work. |
Clear Glass Drinking Straw Serve drinks style with reusable glass straws. |
February 02, 2018
Cooking with a partner can be a relaxing and romantic bonding experience. With Valentine's Day coming up, try a "date night in" with this delicious menu! IN THIS ISSUE, we feature a celebratory menu with four, easy-to-make recipes that create a delicious elegant dinner for two!
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December 01, 2017
April 18, 2016
Question of the Month: “How do I keep my cast iron seasoned?”
Lodge cast iron pans are pre-seasoned and, with a little care, you can keep them that way. We recommend that you avoid soap and soaking. You can use water and a sponge or brush to clean your pan, then rinse and dry it thoroughly. If you want to go a step further, after rinsing and drying with a towel you can heat it on the stove for a few minutes to really dry it out. After it cools off, you can apply a small amount of mineral oil to help protect it.
For those stuck-on bits, we recommend the Knapp Chain Mail Scrubber because it scrubs away baked on food without soap and without damaging the seasoning you worked so hard to maintain! Recommended by Cook’s Illustrated, it just takes a little elbow grease. Wash, scrub, dry and rub with oil. Done.
Tip of the Month: “Rust—is my pan ruined?”
You may find yourself needing to re-season your cast iron pan from time to time. Exposure to the elements, soaking in water for too long, or use of kitchen soap will deteriorate the seasoning and can cause the iron to rust. If this happens to you, don’t panic; almost all cast-iron is salvageable. Check out this great video from Lodge for a simple technique!
February 23, 2016
Toque Blanche was named Best in the Bay Area in this year's SF Gate A-List reader's poll for Best Home Goods store. Many thanks to our customers and staff!