Category Archives: Recipes

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Our top 5 (or so) recipes (2017 edition)

Posted on September 15, 2017 by Burnt My Fingers

It’s that time again! September is the 6th anniversary of the Burnt My Fingers blog, and as in previous years we look back at the recipes that have generated the most clicks over the last 12 months. Or, not. The … Continue reading →

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Recipe: Leo Y’s Olivie (Russian Potato Salad)

Posted on September 12, 2017 by Burnt My Fingers

My friend Leo Y brought this famous salad, a staple at Russian festive events, to a Yelp potluck. He emphasizes that the cubes of each element must be equal in size for a proper olivie; in fact, according to his … Continue reading →

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Recipe: Josey Baker’s Everything Bread

Posted on August 31, 2017 by Burnt My Fingers

Everything Bread captures the garlicky, seed-y essence of an everything bagel but with the added tang of Josey Baker’s sourdough. Josey gave me some clues about the preparation; I guessed the rest and think I got pretty close to what … Continue reading →

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Recipe: Cuban-Style Cole Slaw

Posted on July 27, 2017 by Burnt My Fingers

Cuban-style Cole Slaw is “Cuban” because it has white vinegar. That make it the perfect accompaniment to my Cuban sandwich and black beans and rice. Serves 4. Ingredients: ½ medium cabbage, shredded, about 1 ½ lb 3 T olive oil … Continue reading →

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Recipe: Digger Bread

Posted on July 18, 2017 by Burnt My Fingers

Welcome to the 50th anniversary of the Summer of Love in San Francisco. The other day I drove past the Panhandle, a mile long grassy strip where the Diggers gave away bread to keep people nourished while they were grooving. … Continue reading →

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Recipe: 4th of July Hamburger

Posted on July 4, 2017 by Burnt My Fingers

Burnt My Fingers has never published a hamburger recipe, because we tend to improvise with what is on hand and tweak as we go. But this 4th of July hamburger demonstrates a couple of basic concepts, and it’s delicious. First, … Continue reading →

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Recipe: Best-Way Texas Caviar

Posted on June 22, 2017 by Burnt My Fingers

Cue angels singing. “Texas Caviar” is a bean salad featuring black eye peas doused in vinaigrette. The original was invented by Helen Corbett, the James Beard of Texas, and popularized at the legendary Neiman-Marcus Zodiac Room. Today there are infinite … Continue reading →

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Recipe: Cuban-Style Black Beans

Posted on June 15, 2017 by Burnt My Fingers

Last time I made these I used the Instant Pot and they were ready in under an hour. Convenient, but I prefer to cook on the stovetop because I can regulate the amount of water. Depending on how much water … Continue reading →

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Recipe: Pollo Al Jerez

Posted on June 8, 2017 by Burnt My Fingers

This is my attempt at the Pollo al Jerez (chicken with sherry) served at the Colmao restaurant in the Pico district of Los Angeles. It’s pretty good, but a work in progress. The original version has a tartness which makes … Continue reading →

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Recipe: Carrots with Thyme and Honey

Posted on May 30, 2017 by Burnt My Fingers

This is my favorite way to cook carrots. It’s very easy, tastes great, and is a perfect accompaniment to roast pork or another meat. I found the original carrots with thyme and honey recipe in an Elizabeth David paperback I … Continue reading →

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