Column Category: Ask Chef Jeff

Spiced Up Condiments

Q. “We constantly make burgers and hot dogs. I’m getting bored with just cheese and the typical condiments. How do we spice them up?” —Emma,

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Special Occasion Meal

Q. “What’s your special occasion meal at home? We have family birthdays this month and I’d love to have a crowd-pleaser.” —Grace, Neenah A. To

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Edible Flowers

Q. “How do I incorporate edible flowers and leaves in my cooking and baking? Are they just for decoration?” —Brie, Wrightstown A. Many flowers are

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A Sauce Arsenal

Q. My husband loves protein and a side for dinners, but I’m out of ideas for sauces for meats like pork chops and chicken breasts.

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Homemade Ramen

Q. “Is homemade ramen easy to make? I crave it so much I want to learn, but not sure how to get that amazing rich

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Smoking Brisket

“What’s the best meat to start smoking? Brisket seems intimidating, but that’s my favorite to eat. A recipe would be great!” —Ben, Little Chute A.

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Multi-Course Dinners

Q. “I want to create a multi-course dinner for my boyfriend, but I’ve always struggled with components being done at the same time. Can I

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Flavored Whipped Cream

“Can you make flavored whipped cream by simply adding an extract? I’ve done vanilla bean, but I’m not sure about the rest.” —Maggie, Wrightstown The

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Making Caramel

Q. How necessary is it to have a candy thermometer while making caramel? If I don’t have one, what’s the trick to cooking it correctly?

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Favorite Thanksgiving Sides

Q. “Favorite sides for Thanksgiving dinner… go! Thank you in advance!” —Cami, Little Chute A. Menu planning is one of the most enjoyable activities I

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