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Shallots vs red onion, or the great shallot takedown!

We’ve been eating a lot of oysters recently, which means a lot of mignonette. Traditionally mignonette is made with shallots which are hard to find in our area and expensive when you do find them—typically $10 a pound vs $2 … Continue reading

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Taste test: Campbell’s tomato juice vs generic

Of all the brand names that hold onto their premium pricing, Campbell’s Tomato Juice is surely among the most aggressive. At my market, a 64 oz bottle is typically $4.29 or so vs $3 for generic. That’s still a relatively … Continue reading

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Taste test: best way to cook beets

Why boil beets when you can roast them? That seems to be the mantra of many nurturing, comfort-food recipes this days and it makes some sense. Since beets have a high sugar content, roasting should produce a caramelized exterior to add … Continue reading

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