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Hey there, I'm Ashton, but you might know me as "JustLikeGranny" on social media. I'm all about food, and I mean, who isn't, right?

I cook up a storm, and I love turning everyday stuff into tasty, mouthwatering dishes. But here's the cool part—I team up with companies to make cooking even more exciting.

So, if you're into scrumptious recipes and want to see products put to delicious use, you've got to stick around. I promise you won't leave hungry! Just like this delicious Peanut Brittle Recipe here!

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Homemade French Fries Recipe
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Homemade French Fries Recipe

If you're looking for a comforting meal, I highly recommend trying out my recipe for crispy homemade French fries. They're absolutely delicious! I would like to share my tried and true recipe with you. It involves a double-frying technique that ensures the fries are crispy on the outside and tender on the inside. I emphasize the importance of using the right potatoes and oil, cutting the fries into uniform sizes, boiling the potatoes to make them tender, and allowing them to dry before frying. I always like to start by cooking the first fry at a lower temperature to make sure the potatoes are fully cooked, and then I turn up the heat for the second fry to get that perfect crispy exterior. You can season your fries with salt and pepper and choose your favorite dipping sauces to enjoy them with.

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Beer Battered Deep Fried Fish Recipe
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Beer Battered Deep Fried Fish Recipe

I love this recipe for Beer Batter Deep Fried Fish that combines crispy batter with tender, flaky cod. You'll need cayenne powder, white pepper, all-purpose flour, potato starch, baking powder, beer, and MSG (optional) for the recipe. I find that preparing the batter is quite easy and it results in a light, airy, and crispy texture that perfectly complements the tender, flaky fish. I also learned about the history of this dish, discovering its roots in ancient cultures and how the recipe has transformed into the beloved version we enjoy today. I love Beer Batter Deep Fried Fish! It's a staple in both the United Kingdom and the United States, with many variations and regional adaptations found in pubs, restaurants, and homes alike.

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Homemade Mexican Restaurant Style Tortilla Chips Recipe
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Homemade Mexican Restaurant Style Tortilla Chips Recipe

You can make your own tortilla chips at home with this simple and easy-to-follow recipe shared in this blog post. You'll need corn tortillas, vegetable oil, and salt to make these delicious chips. I'll guide you through the process of preparing and frying them until they're golden and crispy. You can also try serving the chips with your favorite dips or using them as a base for nachos. I found the article to be quite interesting as it provided me with a brief history of the origins of tortilla chips. It traced them back to ancient Mesoamerican civilizations and the invention of the corn tortilla. I found your post about the history of tortilla chips really interesting! It's amazing to think that they were invented by a tortilla factory owner in Southern California in the late 1940s. I had no idea that they were originally made from misshapen tortillas that were cut into triangles and fried. I highly recommend making homemade tortilla chips! It's such a fun and easy way to enjoy a delicious snack that's crispy, flavorful, and perfect for sharing with your loved ones.

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