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Best mayonnaise taste test: Hellman’s vs Duke’s vs Kewpie

Posted on April 20, 2021 by Burnt My Fingers

Who doesn’t love mayonnaise? A happy marriage of oil and eggs with a kiss of acid, mayo moistens our sandwiches with a lubricious layer that tames the crustiest bread. It serves as a playground monitor when mixed into slaws and … Continue reading →

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Shallots vs red onion, or the great shallot takedown!

Posted on October 15, 2020 by Burnt My Fingers

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

Posted on February 26, 2019 by Burnt My Fingers

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

Posted on November 17, 2015 by Burnt My Fingers

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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