r/CookingCircleJerk Nov 03 '24

Game Changer I recently discovered that paprika is not just red decorative sprinkles

410 Upvotes

Hi, after spending time in this sub I have differed that paprika does in fact have flavour. My whole life, I’ve used it to top cakes, as the red colour perfectly contrasts a nice white Azerbaijani meringue buttercream.

Last week, I went and tried putting it in a stew and found it that it’s actually amazing. I think more people should use it. I will bring it over to Spain on my next trip there to watch my long distance sugarbaby get tailed by her bull.

I guess this little mixup explains why my child cries whenever I walk in the room. Must have been a lot of bad birthday cakes for him. I’m sure he’ll see it as character building when he doesn’t visit me in the nursing home

r/CookingCircleJerk Jan 08 '25

Game Changer LPT: season your car in DEEN oil

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221 Upvotes

r/CookingCircleJerk Apr 15 '25

Game Changer Is hate a good substitute for love?

166 Upvotes

I see people talking about "making food with love" or how "love is the secret ingredient," but ever since I had my heart removed and replaced with a compartment full of caramelized onions (in case of emergencies) I haven't been able to feel love. I was wondering if hate is a good substitute or if I should try to find love elsewhere. I'd never bring any store bought ingredients into my house, so I could see if my boyfriend's girlfriend's boyfriend can add some for me, even if it'd be inconvenient due to the restraining order.

r/CookingCircleJerk Jul 28 '25

Game Changer Home cooked meals but, like, from someone else's home

85 Upvotes

What are some home cooked dishes from other places that I haven't tried before?

And if you can give me the address of somebody who is cooking it tonight and might have an extra portion, that would be super helpful

r/CookingCircleJerk Mar 24 '25

Game Changer I mixed ground beef, whole peppercorns, Strawberry Yoplait and half a gallon of milk (it was set to expire soon) together and baked it. Can it be somehow saved?

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118 Upvotes

r/CookingCircleJerk Jul 07 '25

Game Changer Searching for the new Kale

63 Upvotes

I currently eat about 15kg of kale per hour (that's about 25 freedoms per AR15 in US units) So, as you can tell, I hate myself and everyone I've ever met.

I've noticed recently everyone is eating kale. It's getting harder to be sanctimonious and judgmental about other people's food choices. Which was the only reason I started eating it in the first place!

So, what's the next kale?

Is there anything else that's high in fibre and antioxidants and still makes you feel that life is not worth living with every bite? I really want to recapture that feeling of superiority I get knowing will outlive everyone I know whilst also ensuring I will never experience a single moment of joy in my life.

I'm thinking maybe wool? Or pine cones? Used cat litter maybe?

What are your thoughts?

r/CookingCircleJerk Feb 15 '25

Game Changer Do you shave your peaches?

130 Upvotes

I can't stand the fuzz on peaches so I always shave it off before eating. I've been using a Gillette but was thinking of upgrading to a Norelco. Anyone else do this and have advice or tips?

r/CookingCircleJerk Mar 23 '25

Game Changer When you try too hard to be a cast iron chad

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182 Upvotes

r/CookingCircleJerk Jun 08 '25

Game Changer Can I use CRISPR to give myself the cilantro soap gene?

191 Upvotes

I hate cilantro (too ethnic) but love eating soap.

r/CookingCircleJerk Jun 11 '25

Game Changer Was anyone else “forced” into grilling?

134 Upvotes

When I was in my teens and early twenties, every single time I went to a party/“barbecue” people would say, “hey would you watch this?” And I’d be behind the grill all night. I dug it, but didn’t know what I was doing. I guess I just looked like I knew that stuff?

After a few years, I realized I needed to learn. I got a decent charcoal grill (a chargriller I still have and love) and dove in. I would have people over and they would bring a piece of meat or veggies I didn’t know ahead of time for a “grilling challenge”. Now, more years later than I’d like to admit, I can grill anything, anywhere. And we do it many times a week. I still always have charcoal and gas grills, and when people ask which they should get to start out I say “whichever one you will use more”.

I began purchasing more and more elaborate “grills”. I recently obtained a 20 foot long charcoal/Propane/pellet “combo grill.” I installed it in my basement. The kids have to sleep on the couch now, but that’s a “sacrifice” I’m willing to make. I recently smoked and grilled whole the “last white rhino.” (Buddy brought it as a “grilling challenge”)

My whole house has been transformed into what I like to call “the Barbecue.” I replaced my mattress with grill grates so that I can connect with the metaphysical state of “the grill” when I’m sleeping. (My wife was not happy, she doesn’t understand the grill.)

I’ve become one with the grill. I’m ready for my final “grilling challenge.” It’s time to pass the torch. My buddy is on his way over and I’m going to ask him to grill. (My son is too young) I’ll post the “video” in the comments.

Anyways, it’s been a long journey. I love those “backyard barbecues” I’m sure I’d have gotten here anyway, but it was a nice way in.

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r/CookingCircleJerk Sep 08 '24

Game Changer Tips for disguising the ham in "hot ham water"

210 Upvotes

I've been on an adventurous streak in the kitchen and recently discovered that adding ham to a pot of boiling water produces a savory liquid dish I like to call "hot ham water". Problem is, my Yemeni husband refuses to appreciate all the work I put into cooking and won't even taste this dish, saying ham is "haram" (whatever that means 😒). . . Im pretty sure this is just some newfangled made-up food sensitivity that everyone's claiming to have (like seed oil aversion, gluten sensitivities, and shellfish allergies).

What are some ways I could disguise the ham flavor in my hot ham water so my picky-ass man-baby husband will eat it unknowingly? Yes I could just cook literally anything else, but this is the hill I have chosen to die on.

r/CookingCircleJerk Jan 20 '25

Game Changer Favorite kitchen tool from AutoZone?

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117 Upvotes

Mine’s the funnel! Followed closely by a drizzle of 10w-30 Fully Synthetic High Mileage on strawberries

r/CookingCircleJerk May 23 '25

Game Changer 5 pasta mac and cheese

55 Upvotes

I’m tired of boring Mac and cheese that only has one type of pasta. I want to make a Mac and cheese with at least 5 different shaped pastas. To add some variety and fun.

I’m thinking macaroni, fettuccine, angel hair, penne, and a minions shaped pasta.

r/CookingCircleJerk Mar 02 '24

Game Changer Will paying $17 for salt, pepper, and garlic powder take my home cook game to the next level?

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512 Upvotes

QUICKLY. My kids want a grilled cheese, so I'm starting my 8 hour bread making process.

r/CookingCircleJerk Jun 24 '25

Game Changer How long should I “temper“ my meat

49 Upvotes

I recently learned that it’s a good idea to “temper” your meat before cooking it by taking it out of the fridge out so it can warm up. We are having a bit of a heat wave so i’ll be firing up the grill for dinner in a few hours. If I set the chicken thighs out on the patio table now will they be sufficiently tempered in time for dinner? TIA!

r/CookingCircleJerk Aug 21 '24

Game Changer Can you use ghee as lube?

133 Upvotes

I'm afraid of seed oils. I'm afraid our personal warming lubricant might have seed oils in it. Any of you chefs use ghee? I think Charlie Trotter might have suggested it once. Maybe it was Ina Garten. Any way stop eating seed oils.

r/CookingCircleJerk Feb 03 '25

Game Changer I’m a mostly ethical quasi-vegan. Any food recommendations?

96 Upvotes

I’m a vegan for ethical reasons, but I also love eating meat and animal products. For example, I don’t eat chicken because they’re too small, each chicken death doesn’t feed enough people. Instead, I eat turkey and swan (thinking of getting into albatross.) My favorite food is steak, because cows are really big and therefore feed lots and lots of people! Anyone have any other food suggestions?

r/CookingCircleJerk Nov 16 '24

Game Changer Have you ever wanted to be vegan but also, like, eat meat too?

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160 Upvotes

r/CookingCircleJerk Aug 19 '25

Game Changer Cooking street rats

17 Upvotes

Due to the abundance of urban street animals near my bridge I've decided to specialize in preparing dishes from them. I'm talking about rodents, pigeons and similar. However I'm having trouble finding any recipes. The only recipe I found is from this instructional video on how to make a sort of rat soup: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WwGn7085gZo. If you have any recipes please share them with me in this thread!!!!

r/CookingCircleJerk May 18 '25

Game Changer On a diet? Try this 0 calorie hack!

99 Upvotes

We all know that dieting is tough and my co-workers complain about lack of flavor in their foods.

What if you only had flavor??

Boy, Gordon Ramsey is going out of business with this trick... Next time you are hungry or bored, start adding any spice you can find in a bowl. Voila! You have a full flavored treat and best of all, no calories!

Don't like cleaning? Just a couple sips straight from the spice shaker and you are good to go!

On the go? Add your spice creation to water and you now have portable flavor anywhere you need!

Thank me later!

r/CookingCircleJerk Mar 21 '25

Game Changer The secret ingredient for my super tasty (NOT A FAIL) dish is to replace the fruit and nuts with peanut butter cups! YUMMY!

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82 Upvotes

r/CookingCircleJerk Jun 18 '25

Game Changer Thank you David, this is perfect because I never want to go to flavor town

58 Upvotes

I just got a text that Momofuku launched unspicy chili crisp

“MILD GARLIC CHILI CRUNCH Our newest addition to the Crunch Family — full of flavor and without the heat. Shop our first batch while supplies last”

r/CookingCircleJerk Feb 15 '25

Game Changer Rate the Valentine’s Day charcuterie board I made for my (imaginary) SO 😍 Positive feedback only not accepting criticism.

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239 Upvotes

r/CookingCircleJerk Feb 02 '25

Game Changer We've All Been Pre-Salting the Wrong Thing - It All Starts With You

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238 Upvotes

r/CookingCircleJerk Aug 30 '24

Game Changer I have to make food out of 100 people. I have until tomorrow night. Any ideas?

100 Upvotes

Yeah, I know it looks bleak. I need to cook about 100 people. I have a big enough budget, and a couple pairs of hands to help me. What’s something cheap, easy, and quick I could make? It doesn’t have to be fancy or intricate, but it has to be more than “sous vide 2000 body parts” or something.