Making Chipotles at Home

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By Mike Stines, Ph.B. I went to the supermarket the other day to pick up some chipotle powder, an ingredient I use a lot in stews, salsas, marinades and rubs. It had been a while since I bought any… I was amazed at the cost! For a two-ounce container the price was $7.49; that’s $60 per pound. I checked the …

Smoked shellfish makes a classy, impressive appetizer

How to Smoke Succulent Shellfish

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Article and Photos by Mike Stines, Ph.B. Here in the Northeast most folks eat shellfish – hard-shell clams, mussels and oysters – the way God intended: raw and maybe with a dash of hot sauce and a spritz of lemon juice. Scallops and shrimp are usually cooked and served as an appetizer or as an entrée. But smoked shellfish is becoming …

Jerry Seinfeld

Vibrant Veggie Soups for Spring

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“You can’t eat this soup standing up, your knees buckle.” – Jerry, in “The Soup Nazi”   “The guy who runs the place is a little temperamental, especially about the ordering procedure. He’s secretly referred to as the Soup Nazi.” “Why? What happens if you don’t order right?”“He yells and you don’t get your soup.” – Jerry and Elaine, in …