Quote
Is this special paste really that special as many recipes and techniques on the site make no mention of it

I've made and used this paste and have found that it really makes minimal difference over and above simply using tomato puree (as many other recipes here prescribe).  I doubt I'll make it again.

However, having said that, try it and see what you think.  The ingredients are cheap anyway.  If you don't like it, you can either throw it away or freeze it for future use (it will last you ages!).

I've frozen mine in an ice cube container and I'm using it in place of tomato puree (1 lump or 2 anyone!) 

Hi Greg,

I was about to answer your question about scaling up or down, but decided it needed more thought!  So I'll give you my opinion soon, when I have more time! 

The question has been raised a few times already! 

Regards,

PS:

How did this thread title change from "Hi Folks" to "Advice on Quantities"? 

Perplexed! (or am I simply stupid?!) 

Hi Greg,

I think a lot of things you do have to try for yourself just for peace of mind if anything else.  I'm not a fan of the paste myself and found it added very little for the time and effort it takes to make.

Anyway let us know what you think!

cK

Quote from: Cory Ander on February 06, 2007, 12:39 AM
I was about to answer your question about scaling up or down...The question has been raised a few times already! 

It takes a brave person to willingly go there again. ;D