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Chuck’s Favorite – Chocolate Cream Pie (2)

Chuck — Fri, 22 Jul 2011 21:10:20 +0000

A recipe from my childhood memories of what I thought to be the world's best chocolate pie. Dark and rich with piles of meringue on top it was a treat in our household. Not sure if this is the exact same recipe, but it is close with a few modifications to match what you can readily find in the grocery shelves today. Makes 2 pies 'cause one just ain't enough! . . . . . [...]

Venison vs. Beef: The controversy ends

Chuck — Tue, 14 Dec 2010 15:59:46 +0000

Controversy has long raged about the relative quality and taste of venison and beef as gourmet foods. Some people say venison is tough, with a strong "wild" taste, others insist venison's flavor is delicate. An independent food research group was retained by the Venison Council to conduct a taste test to determine the truth of these conflicting assertions once and for all. [...]

Venison Stew

Chuck — Wed, 04 Aug 2010 15:59:48 +0000

This is a great way to use that venison that is sure to be a hit with most anyone.

1 cup water 1 cup of onions cut into pieces 2 lbs of venison cut into cubes 1/4 cup flour 2 red potatoes cut into pieces 2 cups of celery pieces 3 or 4 nice [...]

Triple Chocolate Delight

Chuck — Wed, 04 Aug 2010 15:15:10 +0000

Took this to a couple pot lucks recently and everyone thought it was fantastic. Cooks up easy in a crock pot and is fabulous topped with a bit of whipped topping, dream whip, or ice cream.

18 1/2 oz pkg of dark chocolate cake mix 3.9 oz pkg of chocolate pudding mix 16 oz container [...]

Potato Peeling Magic

Chuck — Fri, 20 Mar 2009 20:38:51 +0000

Saw an interesting video on how to peel a potato. Starring “Mary Ann” from Gilligan’s Island (Dawn Wells) who shows us how to peel a potato almost as if by magic. Just boil it for 15 minutes after scoring the peel with a knife. Put the fresh boiled potato in ice water then rub the [...]