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blake murphy[_2_] blake murphy[_2_] is offline
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Default pet peeve about posted recipes

On Sat, 1 May 2010 23:54:06 -0700 (PDT), wrote:

>>
>> 03. *"To taste" is pretty self explanatory. * *If it is an ingredient I
>> don't like, I omit or use a tiny pinch, but ones I like I tend to add more
>> and adjust if needed. *It just does not seem to be a problem for anyone that
>> has tasted a particular ingredient.

>
> Personally, I think it would be nice to give a range or starting
> portion. It could be a tiny pinch or a tablespoon, or more, depending
> on what the recipe is, and what ingredient is being discussed.
>
> For example, when I give my recipe for smoked salmon dip, I list a
> smaller amount of liquid smoke with a note, add more if you prefer it
> stronger (as I usually do).


that's the sort of thing i was referring to as preferring.

your pal,
blake