Cooking Issues with Dave Arnold Classics in the Field: Freezers, Fridges, and Forgotten Cookbooks
May 24, 2025
Matt Sartwell, an expert in historic cookbooks from Kitchen Arts & Letters, joins to explore unusual culinary techniques from the past. They discuss Mrs. Marshall’s groundbreaking ice cream innovations and early Russian preservation methods. Dave shares humorous mishaps from his pantry clean-up, including forgotten ingredients. Plus, there’s a captivating dive into the cultural history of American barbecue and the role of food in social status. The conversation is rich with nostalgia and culinary curiosity!
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Pantry Purge Horror Stories
- Jack purged his entire pantry and trashed almost everything questionable.
- He found old tins of dashi and mystery ingredients too old to keep.
Tequila Bottle Whiskey Swap
- John attended a fancy party where tequila bottles were filled with cheap whiskey.
- The hosts likely used the bottles as decanters to fool guests.
Chew Wheat for Bakeability
- Chew wheat kernels to assess hardness before grinding for baking.
- This helps anticipate baking properties and dough behavior.
