View Full Version : What's on the menu this evening?
RYMASTER or Ryan_Yankees
12-23-08, 12:32 PM
Game terrine?
jlw1980
12-23-08, 05:36 PM
Mr. LDG and I stopped in at Johnny Rockets for a bite at 10:30 last night after racing around shopping. I had their BLT on wheat toast with a side of fries. Tonight I have no idea what we're doing for dinner, but I hope it's before 10:30!I'm thinking of making BLTs tonight. It'll be that or tacos.
I'm thinking of making BLTs tonight. It'll be that or tacos.
I love BLT's and last night's was the first one all year, I think!
Tonight was just sausage and fried peppers on club rolls here.
jlw1980
12-23-08, 10:21 PM
I love BLT's and last night's was the first one all year, I think!
Tonight was just sausage and fried peppers on club rolls here.
I ended up making marinated Caribbean jerk chicken breasts, sour cream & chive mashed potatoes, and green beans. Pretty good. :)
I can't wait for those BLTs, though. That bacon is staring at me from the fridge. :lol:
I ended up making marinated Caribbean jerk chicken breasts, sour cream & chive mashed potatoes, and green beans. Pretty good. :)
I can't wait for those BLTs, though. That bacon is staring at me from the fridge. :lol:
That's a far cry from BLT's and tacos! :lol:
montrealer
12-24-08, 06:05 PM
Butternut squash soup (Barb1850)
Salad
potato stuffing
Tortiere
onion soup rice
Turkey
many pies and tarts and cheesecake...........
and then for Revellion after mid-nite Mass
Baked Ham
Tortiere
Ragout
Baked Beans
Stuffed potatos
and assorted desserts.
YanksFan1992
12-24-08, 07:01 PM
I'm heading out for chinese food in a few minutes. :drool:
Brooklyn Yankee Fan
12-24-08, 08:48 PM
Christmas Eve Dinner, part 1 finished about a half hour ago.
I lost count, but I honestly believe I had over 100 mussels. They were small, so they weren't a problem, but I feel accomplished.
I'm waiting on the Lobster, should be 15 minutes or so before it's ready.
Italian Christmas FTW :) .
RYMASTER or Ryan_Yankees
12-24-08, 08:51 PM
Beef lo mein (or as they say at the restaurant, Biff Loman :lol:)
jlw1980
12-24-08, 11:59 PM
My cousin made a really yummy ham (complete with pineapple and cherries), with mashed potatoes, fresh green beans, and dinner rolls. She bought a delicious cheesecake for dessert. It was great.
After we ate, we played Pictionary. Another cousin and her family were there, too. :)
4bronxbombers
12-25-08, 07:51 AM
I'm heading out for chinese food in a few minutes. :drool:
meh, I'm not a big Chinese food person.
We had our traditional Open House last night. The menu was a buffet of:
Chili (made with tenderloin tips) over rice
Beef barley soup
Asparagus & goat cheese tart
Shrimp cocktail
A 3ft. Italian combo sandwich
Shortbread sticks with white chocolate orange and gingerbread dips
Beer bread with spinach & herb and lobster bisque dip
Warm spinach, artichoke, swiss & crabmeat dip stuffed into bite sized phyllo cups
Stuffed mushrooms
Cherry Cheesecake
Pretzels dipped in Heath bar mix
Cookie platter
YanksFan1992
12-25-08, 12:01 PM
meh, I'm not a big Chinese food person.
I didn't know that was even possible. :eek:
4bronxbombers
12-25-08, 07:24 PM
I didn't know that was even possible. :eek:
I don't know if it's all the sodium in it or what but I feel like crap after eating food like that so I rarely do.
I didn't cook tonight. We have so many leftovers from Christmas Eve, we just picked on that stuff. Mussels, fried calamari, sausage and broccoli rabe, chicken marsala, penne a la vodka, etc.
And we have enough cookies and desserts to make me very fat. :lol:
I don't know if it's all the sodium in it or what but I feel like crap after eating food like that so I rarely do.
Might be the MSG. I thought most places stopped using it, but that's usually what people have adverse reactions to.
RYMASTER or Ryan_Yankees
12-25-08, 08:41 PM
I once had to go to the hospital with hives and was on the verge of anaphylactic shock after eating Chinese food.
I still eat it anyway. :drool:
Jersey Yankee
12-25-08, 11:18 PM
I mostly washed a big pile of dishes. Lufe is hell when the dishwasher breaks down.
I had some shrimp chop suey and shrimp toast. I should've gotten the quart, instead of the pint.
jlw1980
12-26-08, 12:14 AM
I once had to go to the hospital with hives and was on the verge of anaphylactic shock after eating Chinese food.
I still eat it anyway. :drool:Brilliant :lol:
DEADSOX
12-26-08, 12:27 AM
Tonight for Christmas we had:
Antipasto
Chicken Wings
Italian Wedding Soup
Homemade pizzas
Shrimp Parm.
Eggplant parm.
Chicken Parm.
Raviolis
Homemade cannolis
Assorted pastries and cookies
Cheesecake
:drool: Damnit I'm hungry all over again.
RYMASTER or Ryan_Yankees
12-26-08, 12:31 AM
Brilliant :lol:
Never happened before, hasn't happened since. Maybe it was something else. :-whistle-
Jersey Yankee
12-26-08, 04:30 AM
Never happened before, hasn't happened since. Maybe it was something else. :-whistle-
You mean you ate a bacon cheeseburger? :D Either that or ... :eek:
fredgmuggs
12-26-08, 07:49 AM
Someone gave my wife a panini maker and a panini cookbook. I have feeling I soon will have paninis coming out my wazoo.
fredgmuggs
12-26-08, 07:54 AM
meh, I'm not a big Chinese food person.My wife told me she ordered $800 of Chinese food for work a couple weeks ago. She has an ample supply of calenders from the Chinese restaurant if anyone needs a 2009 calender.
(that order must have made their night. Who orders $800 worth of Chinese food? And how is that even possible?)
I'm making the crockpot cranberry/onion soup mix pot roast for tonight. :)
wow that sounds really good krystl, im making corned beef and cabbage with all the veggies. well, except the turnips. i forgot to get the turnips. so extra parsnips will do.
yankeeschic12324
12-26-08, 12:35 PM
I once had to go to the hospital with hives and was on the verge of anaphylactic shock after eating Chinese food.
I still eat it anyway. :drool:
You're a trooper Ryan.
yankeeschic12324
12-26-08, 12:36 PM
Something light since we're having Dolmas tomorrow.
RhodyYanksFan
12-26-08, 12:46 PM
Leftovers!
Jersey Yankee
12-26-08, 03:39 PM
We had our traditional Open House last night. The menu was a buffet of:
Chili (made with tenderloin tips) over rice
Beef barley soup
Asparagus & goat cheese tart
Shrimp cocktail
A 3ft. Italian combo sandwich
Shortbread sticks with white chocolate orange and gingerbread dips
Beer bread with spinach & herb and lobster bisque dip
Warm spinach, artichoke, swiss & crabmeat dip stuffed into bite sized phyllo cups
Stuffed mushrooms
Cherry Cheesecake
Pretzels dipped in Heath bar mix
Cookie platter
How many people made all that, and how long did it take?
How many people made all that, and how long did it take?
Mr. LDG made the first 3 items, the next 2 came from Stop & Shop, and I did the rest (save for the last two items which were gifts).
As for prep time, not as long as you would think. Dips all got made the night before while the cheesecake was baking.
EDIT to give credit! The stuffed mushrooms were a brought by a guest, too!
Mr. LDG made the first 3 items, the next 2 came from Stop & Shop, and I did the rest (save for the last two items which were gifts).
As for prep time, not as long as you would think. Dips all got made the night before while the cheesecake was baking.
*grabs fork, books flight*
*grabs fork, books flight*
Most of it's gone, Lou. :(
jlw1980
12-26-08, 08:35 PM
Mongolian BBQ
4bronxbombers
12-27-08, 11:11 AM
Someone gave my wife a panini maker and a panini cookbook. I have feeling I soon will have paninis coming out my wazoo.
I almost added that to my list - that's my latest fav food esp with Italian cold cuts on it. :drool:
4bronxbombers
12-27-08, 11:12 AM
Something light since we're having Dolmas tomorrow.
I made some last week and thought of you Linda! :)
I almost added that to my list - that's my latest fav food esp with Italian cold cuts on it. :drool:
What kind of bread do you use for panini? The paninis I've had (only a couple) at various places, I didn't care for the bread.
BBombers85
12-27-08, 03:04 PM
AlooPalak, Kadai Paneer, Dal Makhani, and Naan.
I'm in heaven.
fredgmuggs
12-27-08, 06:41 PM
My wife reheated some stuffed shells she had in the fridge and she inadvertently put some leftover cocktail sauce on them instead of the tomato sauce that was in the fridge.
That was different. Not good but definitely different.
montrealer
12-27-08, 06:44 PM
Left-overs......turkey,shrimp,pasta,chinese ,wings and pizza
4bronxbombers
12-27-08, 08:42 PM
What kind of bread do you use for panini? The paninis I've had (only a couple) at various places, I didn't care for the bread.
I think you can use any kind but I don't actually have the pannini maker - I order the sandwiches a lot though if I'm getting take-out at work. Maybe Muggs can let us know what type of bread is used the most.
4bronxbombers
12-27-08, 08:43 PM
My wife reheated some stuffed shells she had in the fridge and she inadvertently put some leftover cocktail sauce on them instead of the tomato sauce that was in the fridge.
That was different. Not good but definitely different.
That's pretty funny. :lol:
fredgmuggs
12-27-08, 08:53 PM
I think you can use any kind but I don't actually have the pannini maker - I order the sandwiches a lot though if I'm getting take-out at work. Maybe Muggs can let us know what type of bread is used the most.
The recipe book recommends ciabatta bread but I imagine you can use any good rustic type of bread.
4bronxbombers
12-27-08, 08:59 PM
The recipe book recommends ciabatta bread but I imagine you can use any good rustic type of bread.
I figured it was ciabatta bread. You'll have to let me know how your wife likes it. I'm itching to get one.
fredgmuggs
12-27-08, 09:05 PM
I figured it was ciabatta bread. You'll have to let me know how your wife likes it. I'm itching to get one.After the cocktail sauce disaster she made paninis using some leftover salmon and capers, tomatoes and mozzarella. She used regular old Italian bread because that's what she had. It still was good, though.
After the cocktail sauce disaster she made paninis using some leftover salmon and capers, tomatoes and mozzarella. She used regular old Italian bread because that's what she had. It still was good, though.
Sounds better than the shells with cocktail sauce. ;)
I have a countertop grill. I think I'll try to use it as a panini maker. The recipe book says you can make sandwiches in it. I think one difference is that a panini maker closes all the way (more pressure on the bread). But I can try.
4bronxbombers
12-28-08, 09:24 AM
Sounds better than the shells with cocktail sauce. ;)
I have a countertop grill. I think I'll try to use it as a panini maker. The recipe book says you can make sandwiches in it. I think one difference is that a panini maker closes all the way (more pressure on the bread). But I can try.
How will you make it with the countertop grill? Just put somethin on top of it to flatten it out to make it a panini? Let me know how it comes out. :)
How will you make it with the countertop grill? Just put somethin on top of it to flatten it out to make it a panini? Let me know how it comes out. :)
No, the grill has plates on the top and bottom and you close the top on top of the food.
Here's mine:
http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/412JCE7QTZL._SS500_.jpg
4bronxbombers
12-28-08, 10:06 AM
No, the grill has plates on the top and bottom and you close the top on top of the food.
Here's mine:
http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/412JCE7QTZL._SS500_.jpg
Wow that looks almost exactly like a panini maker - I'm sure you can duplicate the recipes with it. The only diff I can see is the grill parts are a little thicker (I think).
Gringaloca
12-28-08, 11:12 AM
Not sure...we're off to watch the Dolphins/Jets game at friends house later this afternoon. Probably things off the grill, with salads & snacky stuff.
Wow that looks almost exactly like a panini maker - I'm sure you can duplicate the recipes with it. The only diff I can see is the grill parts are a little thicker (I think).
I think a panini maker has a handle that pulls down and locks in place so the thing closes tight. I could be wrong though.
My FIL came over for our usual Sunday pasta dinner, but he decided we should make gnocci, so I helped him with that. Some looked more like cavatelli, but it's all the same anyway. :lol:
fredgmuggs
12-28-08, 02:01 PM
I think a panini maker has a handle that pulls down and locks in place so the thing closes tight. I could be wrong though.The one we have has adjustable settings for applying more force on the bread. There's all sorts of detail instructions but who can be bothered reading those things?
yankeeschic12324
12-28-08, 04:25 PM
I made some last week and thought of you Linda! :)
Dolmas were slammin' :drool:
YankeePride1967
12-28-08, 04:36 PM
Chicken Croquets.
Just heated up some leftover red beans & rice. I feel like I'm coming down with something.
allybear
12-29-08, 07:43 PM
Just heated up some leftover red beans & rice. I feel like I'm coming down with something.
Feel better! I made a nice healthy dinner of grilled chicken over salad, mashed cauliflower and sauteed zucchini. May as well get ready for next week early!
WashingtonYankee
12-29-08, 07:46 PM
Fish sticks.... :)
Gotta eat my seafood when I'm not w/my bf!
Mac and cheese and meatballs from Sunday dinner. Too tired to cook.
Feel better! I made a nice healthy dinner of grilled chicken over salad, mashed cauliflower and sauteed zucchini. May as well get ready for next week early!
Thanks, Ally. :) Whatever it was, it slunk away in defeat.
Wow, that was a healthy meal! I can't wait for WLC2009. I need to go 20 lbs. this year after all the damage I've done these last several months.
Tonight I had penne in a vodka, bacon & onion sauce with a salad.
BBombers85
12-29-08, 09:33 PM
Thai Curry!
jlw1980
12-29-08, 10:05 PM
probably a salad
Shannen brought us home Chinese food from the mall.
Dave Visbeck
12-30-08, 11:26 PM
Ryan wanted fish & chips ... well really just the fish.
jlw1980
12-31-08, 12:08 AM
French bread pizza
YankeeGalSC
12-31-08, 10:06 AM
We will just snack tonight as we are going over to some friends' house for NYE. I'm making those little pigs in blankets (with the 'Lil Smokies).
We will just snack tonight as we are going over to some friends' house for NYE. I'm making those little pigs in blankets (with the 'Lil Smokies).
Yeah, that's what we're doing. Mostly appetizers other than the mussels I'm making and my friend's pasta dish.
fredgmuggs
12-31-08, 11:12 AM
Lobsters. At some point this afternoon I have to make my in the snow over to the market.
4bronxbombers
12-31-08, 11:14 AM
Since it's still snowing like a bear out there, we'll prob stay in although the husband's band is plaing in downtown Hartford. As soon as the SUV gets here I'll make a run to Whole Foods and pick up dinner.
montrealer
12-31-08, 12:36 PM
Guinness and Whiskey.........
fredgmuggs
12-31-08, 01:07 PM
Lobsters. At some point this afternoon I have to make my in the snow over to the market.A few others had the same idea. because there were about a dozen or more people ahead of me waiting at the lobster tank. And I thought I was going to be the only nut out in the snow.
Lobsters. At some point this afternoon I have to make my in the snow over to the market.
Make your what in the snow?
I hope you don't mean peepee.
Make your what in the snow?
I hope you don't mean peepee.
:lol: He's gonna write his name.
montrealer
12-31-08, 04:17 PM
Lobsters. At some point this afternoon I have to make my name in the snow over to the market.
:clap: Bravo....
montrealer
12-31-08, 04:20 PM
His ears are burning again.
Anyway, tonight I'm making penne a la vodka (sans the vodka), and a red velvet cake with white chocolate cream cheese frosting.
jlw1980
12-31-08, 04:39 PM
Anyway, tonight I'm making penne a la vodka (sans the vodka), and a red velvet cake with white chocolate cream cheese frosting.Red velvet cake with cream cheese frosting is my favorite cake in the whole world. It was one of the layers of my wedding cake. It's so damned good. :drool: :drool:
4bronxbombers
12-31-08, 05:10 PM
I'm making a big pot of chilli and I bought tostitos, sour cream and shredded cheese to dip.
4bronxbombers
12-31-08, 05:10 PM
Make your what in the snow?
I hope you don't mean peepee.
:lol:
Luvtino
12-31-08, 09:09 PM
A few friends are on their way over. Have tons of appetizers...yummy. I also have a red velvet cake with cream cheese frosting and a traditional chocolate layer cake. Mmmm....
There was so much food last night. I don't know who we thought we were feeding. :lol:
Between my friend and I, we made enough stuff for probably 30 people. There were 11 of us.
fredgmuggs
01-01-09, 11:36 AM
Poor muggs :lol:
Poor muggs, nothing. I owe it all to cranberry juice.
4bronxbombers
01-01-09, 11:37 AM
I made a pot of chilit last night - it was excellent and I'll have it again tonight. I didn't put any beans in it. :lol: If the husband wants beans he can put some in his bowl. :D
Red velvet cake with cream cheese frosting is my favorite cake in the whole world. It was one of the layers of my wedding cake. It's so damned good. :drool: :drool:
The cake was pretty much caca. I don't know what I did wrong...maybe I overbaked it. This was the second "from scratch" recipe that I've tried. Feck it, next time it's me and Betty Crocker.
The frosting I made was delicious though. Very sweet but good. It was a white chocolate cream cheese frosting.
I made a pot of chilit last night - it was excellent and I'll have it again tonight. I didn't put any beans in it. :lol: If the husband wants beans he can put some in his bowl. :D
I'd love to make that chili tonight but I really don't feel like facing Shop Rite at this point.
Maybe I can con the husband into going for a few of the ingredients that I don't have here. And I do the same thing with the beans. I leave them separate and he puts them in his portion. I don't mind them but I prefer it without.
fredgmuggs
01-01-09, 11:46 AM
We're invited over to someones house this afternoon and my wife made a lasagna for today. Well, I should say she assembled an lasagna because our oven isn't working. So I guess its getting cooked over their house now.
4bronxbombers
01-01-09, 11:53 AM
I'd love to make that chili tonight but I really don't feel like facing Shop Rite at this point.
Maybe I can con the husband into going for a few of the ingredients that I don't have here. And I do the same thing with the beans. I leave them separate and he puts them in his portion. I don't mind them but I prefer it without.
I went out last night to get the ingredients and man was it cold and windy out. I was happy not to go anywhere last night. I doubt I'll go out again today after my run. I'm perfectly content being inside today even though it's sunny.
The chilli came out good and as I said I had the tortilla chips, shredded cheese and sour cream to go along with it.......:drool:
Does anyone have a good recipe for cranberry muffins?
I went out last night to get the ingredients and man was it cold and windy out. I was happy not to go anywhere last night. I doubt I'll go out again today after my run. I'm perfectly content being inside today even though it's sunny.
The chilli came out good and as I said I had the tortilla chips, shredded cheese and sour cream to go along with it.......:drool:
Does anyone have a good recipe for cranberry muffins?
I was in the food store yesterday afternoon for the ingredients for the cake, the vodka sauce and an artichoke dip that I'm going to make to pick on today, but I couldn't think of what I wanted to make for dinner today. I wish I'd thought of the chili.
I probably wouldn't have remembered all the ingredients I needed though.
yankeebot
01-01-09, 04:09 PM
Does anyone have a good recipe for cranberry muffins?I do. I do. It's for mini-muffins though. I imagine it's fine for full size but I've never tried it.
Cranberry-Orange Muffins
1/2 cup chopped pecans
2 cups all purpose flour
1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 (12 ounce) package fresh cranberries
1 cup sugar
1/4 cup butter, softened
1 large egg, lightly beaten
3/4 cup orange juice
24 miniature baking cups
vegetable oil cooking spray
Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
Bake pecans in a single layer in a shallow pan 8-10 minutes or until toasted and fragrant, stirring occasionally.
Whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.
Pulse cranberries and sugar in a food processor 3-4 times or just until chopped.
Beat butter at medium speed with an electric mixer until creamy. Add eggs, beating until well blended. Gradually add flour mixture alternately with orange juice, beginning and ending with flour mixture. Beat at low speed until blended after each addition. Stir in cranberry mixture and pecans.
Place baking cups in miniature muffin pans; coat with cooking spray. Spoon batter into baking cups, filling completely.
Bake for 25 minutes or until a wooden pick inserted in center of muffin comes out clean. Remove from pans to a wire rack.
Orange Cream Cheese Glaze (optional)
1 (3 ounce) package softened cream cheese
1 tablespoon orange juice
1/4 teaspoon vanilla
1 1/2 cups sifted powdered sugar
Beat one 3 oz. package of softened cream cheese at medium speed until creamy. Add 1 tablespoons orange juice and 1/4 tsp of vanilla; beat until smooth. Gradually add 1 1/2 cup sifted powdered sugar, beating until smooth.
4bronxbombers
01-01-09, 04:12 PM
^^^^ Thanks bot.....I just made some and the recipe is very similar. If the batter is any kind of indication, these things are gonna be awesome!! Next time I'll add the pecans though - this recipe I found didn't call for them - must have not been a Southern recipe. :D
YankeePride1967
01-01-09, 05:39 PM
Prime rib (end cut) with a baked potato (butter and sour cream) and green beans.
yankeebot
01-01-09, 06:17 PM
It's New Years Day. Blacked-eyed peas are a requirement. Ham and collard greens and some corn bread to make it the perfect Southern good luck meal.
CallOfTheCrow
01-01-09, 06:18 PM
mac & cheese
4bronxbombers
01-01-09, 06:32 PM
It's New Years Day. Blacked-eyed peas are a requirement. Ham and collard greens and some corn bread to make it the perfect Southern good luck meal.
You just reminded me of my friend from NC. She always brought the blacked-eyed peas over on NY's day so we'd have luck. :lol: Forgot all about that. She moved back to NC - hated the North and her husband lives in Branford, CT - I'm surprised that so far, they are still "together." :lol:
jlw1980
01-01-09, 07:16 PM
The cake was pretty much caca. I don't know what I did wrong...maybe I overbaked it. This was the second "from scratch" recipe that I've tried. Feck it, next time it's me and Betty Crocker.
The frosting I made was delicious though. Very sweet but good. It was a white chocolate cream cheese frosting.Of the three major brands of boxed cake mixes (Betty Crocker, Duncan Hines, and Pillsbury), the only red velvet mix I can find at the grocery store is Duncan Hines. It's so tasty!
Red velvet cake is a southern tradition, and my paternal grandmother was from Texas. She made the best red velvet cake EVER. OMG, it was delicious. My mom has her recipe. She made her own frosting, too, and sprinkled almonds all over the top of the cake. AMAZING. :drool: :drool:
It looked similar to this: http://images.allrecipes.com/site/allrecipes/area/community/userphoto/big/92047.jpg
I want to get it and bake it sometime, but Duncan Hines makes things so much easier. :lol:
allybear
01-01-09, 07:31 PM
We were going to call for Italian delivery, but the place nearby was closed, so we drove to Bayside and got takeout.
I had a slice of grandma pizza and half a meatball parmagiana hero...yum :)
Red velvet cake is yummy...I've never tried making it, but my sister-in-law has and it's delicious.
Of the three major brands of boxed cake mixes (Betty Crocker, Duncan Hines, and Pillsbury), the only red velvet mix I can find at the grocery store is Duncan Hines. It's so tasty!
Red velvet cake is a southern tradition, and my paternal grandmother was from Texas. She made the best red velvet cake EVER. OMG, it was delicious. My mom has her recipe. She made her own frosting, too, and sprinkled almonds all over the top of the cake. AMAZING. :drool: :drool:
It looked similar to this: http://images.allrecipes.com/site/allrecipes/area/community/userphoto/big/92047.jpg
I want to get it and bake it sometime, but Duncan Hines makes things so much easier. :lol:
Actually it is the Duncan Hines now that you mention it.
For the other brands, you can just use a german chocolate or devil's food mix and add a bottle of red food color and some extra cocoa and get the same result.
My sister has a recipe that she's had for years. She makes it every New Year's Eve for my brother in law because it's his birthday and that's his favorite cake. I'll have to get her recipe because hers is always good and moist.
Or I'll just use Duncan:D
Zippythepinhead
01-01-09, 10:58 PM
We were going to call for Italian delivery, but the place nearby was closed, so we drove to Bayside and got takeout.
I had a slice of grandma pizza and half a meatball parmagiana hero...yum :)
Red velvet cake is yummy...I've never tried making it, but my sister-in-law has and it's delicious.
What is grandma pizza?
I don't cook much, at least nothing interesting -- usually just broil fish and microwave some vegetables.
Tried baking for the first time in years though yesterday, to bring to a party friends were having. Must have forgotten to double the amount on something, though, because they were a disaster.
So I made up for it by cooking some goat cheese mac 'n' cheese from a recipe I had saved in the Times a while back, and we brought over a bottle of some "super Tuscan" a friend had given me last year. Turned out much better than the cookies. :) A bit too rich for me, though it tasted great.
What is grandma pizza?
I don't cook much, at least nothing interesting -- usually just broil fish and microwave some vegetables.
Tried baking for the first time in years though yesterday, to bring to a party friends were having. Must have forgotten to double the amount on something, though, because they were a disaster.
So I made up for it by cooking some goat cheese mac 'n' cheese from a recipe I had saved in the Times a while back, and we brought over a bottle of some "super Tuscan" a friend had given me last year. Turned out much better than the cookies. :) A bit too rich for me, though it tasted great.
Doubling a baking recipe doesn't always work, for some reason. I know when I tried to double a chocolate chip cookie recipe, they didn't come out good, so now I just make 2 seperate batches.
We went to a new Chinese buffet up the line last night. It was really good, but we went late, so we were practically the only people in there.
I have no idea what I'm cooking tonight.
I made ribeye steak and had some shrimp cocktail for NYE. Last night was takeout Chinese. Tonight I'm going to try my new fondue pot. There's a recipe for a fondue that calls for cheddar, onions, apples and hard cider. :drool:
I'd love to make chili tonight but I have to take my daughter to the doctor at 5. That doesn't give me much time. I'll have to do it tomorrow. Or make it later to eat tomorrow.
yankeebot
01-02-09, 01:00 PM
Speaking of chili, does anyone have a good crock pot chili recipe they'd like to share?
Speaking of chili, does anyone have a good crock pot chili recipe they'd like to share?
Assuming you're using beef, http://allrecipes.com/Recipe/Slow-Cooked-Chili/Detail.aspx
Assuming you're using beef, http://allrecipes.com/Recipe/Slow-Cooked-Chili/Detail.aspx
That looks good. I'm going to try it. But ever since Vicki gave me her rustic chili recipe I'll never make chili without cocoa powder again.
I'm going to try this recipe and add cocoa powder.
i'm having leftovers with booze.
but not cooked in booze just what i had yesterday with booze
i'll probably skip the leftovers i think
BBombers85
01-02-09, 01:57 PM
Vegetable fried rice and noodles!
That looks good. I'm going to try it. But ever since Vicki gave me her rustic chili recipe I'll never make chili without cocoa powder again.
I'm going to try this recipe and add cocoa powder.
Does it give the chili a sort of mole flavor?
Assuming you're using beef, http://allrecipes.com/Recipe/Slow-Cooked-Chili/Detail.aspx
That looks easy and very good.
I love how all the people who wrote reviews raved about it, but most added things that weren't called for. :lol:
had pizza a pizza delievered from daf's pizza place.
Does it give the chili a sort of mole flavor?
Hmmm. I've never tried it but from what I've read, yes.
You don't taste chocolate, it just gives it a rich, decadent taste. It's awesome.
Hmmm. I've never tried it but from what I've read, yes.
You don't taste chocolate, it just gives it a rich, decadent taste. It's awesome.
How much cocoa powder would you add to that recipe? I'd like to try it but I don't know how much to use.
How much cocoa powder would you add to that recipe? I'd like to try it but I don't know how much to use.
The recipe that Vic gave me had 3 pounds of beef and 3 tablespoons of cocoa. So a tablespoon per pound I guess. She said she uses more because she likes the flavor. I've made this twice and followed the proportions. I loved it. It really mellowed it.
The recipe that Vic gave me had 3 pounds of beef and 3 tablespoons of cocoa. So a tablespoon per pound I guess. She said she uses more because she likes the flavor. I've made this twice and followed the proportions. I loved it. It really mellowed it.
I don't think I have ever made chili. At least I don't remember ever making it.
I like it though, and it doesn't look too difficult.
I don't think I have ever made chili. At least I don't remember ever making it.
I like it though, and it doesn't look too difficult.
Chili is super easy. There are quite a few ingredients, but it's simple stuff.
I'm going to post Vicki's recipe again. I hope she doesn't mind.
Rustic Chili - Bon Appetit
6 T. olive oil
3 lbs. lean ground beef
6 garlic cloves, minced
3 c. chopped onion
3 7-oz. cans diced mild green chilies
1 1/2 c. chopped green peppers (I don't put these in)
3/4 c. chili powder
3 T. unsweetened cocoa powder (I use more cuz I love how this flavors it)
2 1/2 T. ground cumin
1 1/2 T. dried oregano
1 1/2 t. ground allspice
4 15oz. cans pinto beans, rinsed & drained (I only put 1 can in cuz i don't like beans)
3 28 oz. cans crushed tomatoes with added puree
1 14oz. can beef broth
Heat oil in lg. pot over med-high heat. Add beef and garlic and cook until brown. Add onions and next 7 ingredients; sauté until veggies begin to soften, about 8 min. Add beans, tomatoes and broth. Cover and simmer 30 min to blend flavors, stirring occasionally.
I put out a bowl of shredded cheese, sour cream and tortilla chips too. yum. I also don't measure any of the ingredients and just eyeball how much to use. It's delicious.
Zippythepinhead
01-02-09, 03:23 PM
Chili is super easy. There are quite a few ingredients, but it's simple stuff.
I'm going to post Vicki's recipe again. I hope she doesn't mind.
Rustic Chili - Bon Appetit
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3 lbs. lean ground beef
...
Have you ever tried some other sort of beef (not ground) in the recipe?
That looks easy and very good.
I love how all the people who wrote reviews raved about it, but most added things that weren't called for. :lol:
Reviewers do that ALL THE TIME on Allrecipes.com. It is pretty funny!
4bronxbombers
01-02-09, 04:23 PM
That recipe from Bon Appetite rocks. Now when I make it I don't measure anything and I completely leave out the beans. I can make it in pretty much no time and like Trish says, I really think the cocoa powder gives it an awesome flavor. :drool:
Have you ever tried some other sort of beef (not ground) in the recipe?
No I haven't. I've only made it a couple of times. I would imagine you could use sliced fajita type steaks as well.
My sister uses ground turkey in her chili, but it's not my favorite.
Reviewers do that ALL THE TIME on Allrecipes.com. It is pretty funny!
I noticed that on Foodfit.com too, where I used to get a lot of recipes.
allybear
01-02-09, 08:28 PM
No I haven't. I've only made it a couple of times. I would imagine you could use sliced fajita type steaks as well.
My sister uses ground turkey in her chili, but it's not my favorite.
I always use ground turkey in chili - I think it comes out good, but the secret is to season the meat itself well as it's cooking, otherwise it's kind of ugh.
Steve Dalkowski
01-02-09, 08:37 PM
Have you ever tried some other sort of beef (not ground) in the recipe?
Using sirloin in chili is THE BEST. Cooking it for a few hours makes it perfectly tender, not chewy. Highly recommend.
jlw1980
01-02-09, 09:14 PM
Chili is super easy. There are quite a few ingredients, but it's simple stuff.
I'm going to post Vicki's recipe again. I hope she doesn't mind.
Rustic Chili - Bon Appetit
6 T. olive oil
3 lbs. lean ground beef
6 garlic cloves, minced
3 c. chopped onion
3 7-oz. cans diced mild green chilies
1 1/2 c. chopped green peppers (I don't put these in)
3/4 c. chili powder
3 T. unsweetened cocoa powder (I use more cuz I love how this flavors it)
2 1/2 T. ground cumin
1 1/2 T. dried oregano
1 1/2 t. ground allspice
4 15oz. cans pinto beans, rinsed & drained (I only put 1 can in cuz i don't like beans)
3 28 oz. cans crushed tomatoes with added puree
1 14oz. can beef broth
Heat oil in lg. pot over med-high heat. Add beef and garlic and cook until brown. Add onions and next 7 ingredients; sauté until veggies begin to soften, about 8 min. Add beans, tomatoes and broth. Cover and simmer 30 min to blend flavors, stirring occasionally.
I put out a bowl of shredded cheese, sour cream and tortilla chips too. yum. I also don't measure any of the ingredients and just eyeball how much to use. It's delicious.
That looks tasty.
Using sirloin in chili is THE BEST. Cooking it for a few hours makes it perfectly tender, not chewy. Highly recommend.
Mr. LDG made chili out of tenderloin tips on Christmas Eve and it was to die for. I agree, a better cut of meat will always make the end product better.
GiambiRocks
01-03-09, 12:48 PM
I can't wait to get settled into a house and start cooking again!
I can't wait to get settled into a house and start cooking again!
Where are you going to find the time to cook with all those books you want to read? :lol:
GiambiRocks
01-03-09, 01:38 PM
Where are you going to find the time to cook with all those books you want to read? :lol:
I've already read two and started the third!:)
I've already read two and started the third!:)
Wow, I think I'm on the third PAGE of my 1st of probably 2 or 3 books I'll have wrapped up by the end of the year.
Dinner tonight is General Tso's chicken with pork fried rice.
We got frozen pizza from the supermarket. The kids were down at their cousins, so it was just hub and me.
I just grabbed a German meatball at the Grand Central Market on the way back from visiting the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame annex. I could spend lottery winnings in that market... :drool:
Jersey Yankee
01-04-09, 07:45 PM
I just grabbed a German meatball at the Grand Central Market on the way back from visiting the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame annex. I could spend lottery winnings in that market... :drool:
I've been there a few times, at Lex & 43rd. They have great salads, cheeses, seafood. They also have different sausages. Nice fruits also.
I ran out of time to make my salad, since I had to get some sleep. I just picked up one of those small with the purple and green leaves, then some grap tomatoes, and the rest, I picked up at a local deli.
I had a corned beef sandwich yesterday. Strangely, I make a better sandwich with the same meat than the deli does. Must be their lettuce, since I've never been a fan of iceberg.
I still need to make some of the more complex meals you make. Sounds simple to you, but not me.
allybear
01-04-09, 08:22 PM
I made baked chicken breasts, black beans, sauteed yellow squash and red peppers and salad. Not bad - the beans were the best part. :)
Zippythepinhead
01-04-09, 09:30 PM
I made baked chicken breasts, black beans, sauteed yellow squash and red peppers and salad. Not bad - the beans were the best part. :)
So what's grandma pizza? :)
So what's grandma pizza? :)
http://slice.seriouseats.com/archives/2008/09/what-is-grandma-pizza-erica-marcus-explains-once-more.html
JL25and3
01-05-09, 07:13 AM
http://slice.seriouseats.com/archives/2008/09/what-is-grandma-pizza-erica-marcus-explains-once-more.html"Casalinga" sounds obscene.
I've been there a few times, at Lex & 43rd. They have great salads, cheeses, seafood. They also have different sausages. Nice fruits also.
I ran out of time to make my salad, since I had to get some sleep. I just picked up one of those small with the purple and green leaves, then some grap tomatoes, and the rest, I picked up at a local deli.
I had a corned beef sandwich yesterday. Strangely, I make a better sandwich with the same meat than the deli does. Must be their lettuce, since I've never been a fan of iceberg.
I still need to make some of the more complex meals you make. Sounds simple to you, but not me.
Lettuce on corned beef?
allybear
01-05-09, 10:45 AM
So what's grandma pizza? :)
I see Trish answered your question - sorry I missed it earlier! Not intentional, I assure you.
Zippythepinhead
01-05-09, 11:07 AM
http://slice.seriouseats.com/archives/2008/09/what-is-grandma-pizza-erica-marcus-explains-once-more.html
Thanks! Never knew it was called this, but I think a place in my hometown made this. Our family always loved it. Funny thing is, I didn't realize how popular it was -- it's a bakery, not a pizza place, and on the other side of town, so people didn't go there to eat -- but I've now discovered that it has a page on facebook and many people from back in high school went there, too.
I see Trish answered your question - sorry I missed it earlier! Not intentional, I assure you.
No problem! I would hope pizza questions weren't intentionally ignored. :)
I couldn't tell how thick it is, but one of the answers said it's thinner than Sicilian. How does it compare to "regular" pizza -- same or thicker?
Thanks! Never knew it was called this, but I think a place in my hometown made this. Our family always loved it. Funny thing is, I didn't realize how popular it was -- it's a bakery, not a pizza place, and on the other side of town, so people didn't go there to eat -- but I've now discovered that it has a page on facebook and many people from back in high school went there, too.
No problem! I would hope pizza questions weren't intentionally ignored. :)
I couldn't tell how thick it is, but one of the answers said it's thinner than Sicilian. How does it compare to "regular" pizza -- same or thicker?
It's about the same thickness as a thin slive of pizza but it's a different texture. It's kind of hard to explain.
Went to an old neighborhood bar/restaurant called the Windmill for dinner with friends tonight. I even got the WINDMILL VIRGIN lime green sticker to sport while I was there!
I had the stuffed cabbage dinner - very tasty. There aren't too many places where 6 people can have a non-fast food dinner and drinks for <$80.
RYMASTER or Ryan_Yankees
01-05-09, 10:34 PM
Went to Outback, had way too much food.
CallOfTheCrow
01-05-09, 10:35 PM
Outback is awesome.
fredgmuggs
01-06-09, 05:48 AM
Went to an old neighborhood bar/restaurant called the Windmill for dinner with friends tonight. I even got the WINDMILL VIRGIN lime green sticker to sport while I was there!
I had the stuffed cabbage dinner - very tasty. There aren't too many places where 6 people can have a non-fast food dinner and drinks for <$80.I think I know where that is - over by St. Michael's cemetery? I always that place was a neighborhood bar?
jlw1980
01-06-09, 09:06 AM
It's about the same thickness as a thin slive of pizza but it's a different texture. It's kind of hard to explain.I don't know if I'd want to eat a slive of pizza. :o
I think I know where that is - over by St. Michael's cemetery? I always that place was a neighborhood bar?
That's the one! It is, but they have a pretty extensive menu, everything from $5.95 Recession Special dinners to NY Strip! They're famous for their grilled hotdogs, which come standard with sauerkraut and beanless chili if you don't speak up.
I don't know if I'd want to eat a slive of pizza. :o
Bitch!
jlw1980
01-06-09, 12:05 PM
Bitch!You'd have said the same thing. :D
Don't know what I'm making tonight.
I'm heating up chicken soup for me, and I baked some chicken nuggets and made pastina for my younger daughter. Older daughter is out till 9:30 or so and hub is fending for himself.
I need to get to bed early tonight. I'm still fighting something off.
Chicken soup sounds good. :)
I didn't feel like defrosting any meat, so I made a pot of lentil soup. It hit the spot. :)
Chicken soup sounds good. :)
I didn't feel like defrosting any meat, so I made a pot of lentil soup. It hit the spot. :)
Of course, your bedsheets will be on the ceiling tomorrow morning.
Luvtino
01-06-09, 07:21 PM
Must have been a soup night. :D I had chicken and rice soup with a grilled cheese sandwich. Comfort food...yum.
Dave Visbeck
01-06-09, 07:28 PM
Must have been a soup night. :D I had chicken and rice soup with a grilled cheese sandwich. Comfort food...yum.
Sounds really good, Larissa. Jenn isn't hungry because of an earlier omelette. So I think I'll make a grilled cheese with some tomato soup. :)
Jersey Yankee
01-06-09, 10:26 PM
My made-bought salad. I only had some green leaf, broccoli and tomatoes. Didn't even have time fer no sliced carrots. I just picked up some stuff at the deli. There's a very good one that has the typical salad stuff, but you pick out your own, and it's still fresh in the early evening.
Anywayz, I had my pick of goodies, and for much cheaper than what I'd pay for some larger salad with 6+ ingredients or wot-evah.
Jersey Yankee
01-06-09, 10:27 PM
Sounds really good, Larissa. Jenn isn't hungry because of an earlier omelette. So I think I'll make a grilled cheese with some tomato soup. :)
I haven't made a grilled cheese sandwich in ages. I should just try one. Swiss cheese? I'd have to add some turkey bacon to that.
fredgmuggs
01-07-09, 07:40 AM
That's the one! It is, but they have a pretty extensive menu, everything from $5.95 Recession Special dinners to NY Strip! They're famous for their grilled hotdogs, which come standard with sauerkraut and beanless chili if you don't speak up.
I've always wanted to stop and go in the place because that windmill out in the front looks so out of character with the surrounding neighborhood. Its really kind of neat.
BronxBaumer
01-07-09, 08:19 AM
Last night I made myself a buffalo chicken salad and my girlfriend a buffalo chicken sandwich. We also had a side of potato cheese perogies.
Tonight, I'm not sure what I want. I'm thinking blintzes, but I'm also thinking cheese steak sandwich...but I don't have the onions or the mushrooms. So maybe not.
Luvtino
01-07-09, 11:17 AM
Sounds really good, Larissa. Jenn isn't hungry because of an earlier omelette. So I think I'll make a grilled cheese with some tomato soup. :)
I might eat it again tonight with another soup/sandwich combo it was so good. :D
RhodyYanksFan
01-07-09, 11:18 AM
Crabmeat stuffed salmon filet in the oven. I don't knwo how to dress it up. I was thinking just lemon slices and breadcrumbs on top. Any ideas?
peri-peri chargrilled chicken and rice in fajitas.
Luvtino
01-07-09, 11:20 AM
I haven't made a grilled cheese sandwich in ages. I should just try one. Swiss cheese? I'd have to add some turkey bacon to that.
Swiss works. I like ham and swiss melted together. Use a cheese that you like that that really melts well. I usually go traditional with American cheese but I do add tomato to it.
Luvtino
01-07-09, 11:21 AM
Crabmeat stuffed salmon filet in the oven. I don't knwo how to dress it up. I was thinking just lemon slices and breadcrumbs on top. Any ideas?
That would be perfect. Bread crumbs give it a little crunch and lemon is a great compliment to seafood. Sounds great.
I've always wanted to stop and go in the place because that windmill out in the front looks so out of character with the surrounding neighborhood. Its really kind of neat.
If you're in the neighborhood, I highly recommend it. Food aside, the people inside are pretty cool, too. Very welcoming.
allybear
01-07-09, 12:21 PM
The Windmill sounds cool - of course, it's nowhere near my neighborhood, but I like places like that. I'm having stuffed zucchini (stuffed with the inside of the zucchini, turkey sausage, tomato, a little diced onion and low-fat mozzarella), broccoli, and a salad tonight. Oh, and possibly spaghetti squash - I've never made it but I bought it to try - I'll keep you posted.
BronxBaumer
01-07-09, 12:47 PM
When I make a grilled cheese sandwich, I usually use a mix of sharp cheddar and swiss. I then stick the combo dirctly on my frying pan let it melt and brown a little bit...then the cheese gets slightly cripsy on the outside but hot and gooey on the inside. I then put the cheese on the bread, combine it with a tomato and brown each side of the sandwich.
They're delicious!
Swiss works. I like ham and swiss melted together. Use a cheese that you like that that really melts well. I usually go traditional with American cheese but I do add tomato to it.
Velveeta is the yummiest on grilled cheese sandwiches, even though it's not really cheese. :lol:
Dave Visbeck
01-07-09, 03:22 PM
Oh boy. Just got on the computer for a NYYFans visit ... and I get a wife request for a Denver Omelette. :-shrug-:
Time to get cookin'. :)
Hub just went to the store for some tilapia. I'm going to make it over rice and spinach in the oven. :)
4bronxbombers
01-07-09, 05:34 PM
I'm heating up chicken soup for me, and I baked some chicken nuggets and made pastina for my younger daughter. Older daughter is out till 9:30 or so and hub is fending for himself.
I need to get to bed early tonight. I'm still fighting something off.
Perfect. That's what I'm making tonight - chicken nuggets. Thanks Trish.
4bronxbombers
01-07-09, 05:36 PM
Last night I made myself a buffalo chicken salad and my girlfriend a buffalo chicken sandwich. We also had a side of potato cheese perogies.
Tonight, I'm not sure what I want. I'm thinking blintzes, but I'm also thinking cheese steak sandwich...but I don't have the onions or the mushrooms. So maybe not.
That sounds good. I think I'll try that sometime. I found this great buffalo chicken sauce I can use.
4bronxbombers
01-07-09, 05:36 PM
Velveeta is the yummiest on grilled cheese sandwiches, even though it's not really cheese. :lol:
:barf:
:lol:
:barf:
:lol:
I used to love it as a kid. I haven't had it in ages until I bought a big block of it recently. It's good melted on brocolli too. But it tastes nasty by itself. :lol:
jlw1980
01-07-09, 05:52 PM
Velveeta melted on broccoli...:drool:
4bronxbombers
01-07-09, 05:56 PM
I used to love it as a kid. I haven't had it in ages until I bought a big block of it recently. It's good melted on brocolli too. But it tastes nasty by itself. :lol:
I don't even like the name, nvm the cheese. :lol:
montrealer
01-07-09, 06:04 PM
Pig`s Feet....
4bronxbombers
01-07-09, 06:06 PM
Pig`s Feet....
:barf:
fredgmuggs
01-07-09, 06:07 PM
If you're going to clog up your arteries by eating cheese you may as well eat good cheese. Velveeta?
Tonight I made baked salmon, couscous, and sauteed zucchini, yellow squash, and carrots.
It was delicious and not a morsel is left.
jlw1980
01-07-09, 06:26 PM
If you're going to clog up your arteries by eating cheese you may as well eat good cheese. Velveeta?Speaking of good cheese, I bought some delicious spreadable cheese and some Breton crackers. Tassstttyyyy :drool:
4bronxbombers
01-07-09, 06:50 PM
Tonight I made baked salmon, couscous, and sauteed zucchini, yellow squash, and carrots.
It was delicious and not a morsel is left.
What did you sauté them in? Butter and oil? Garlic? That dinner sounds delicious.
montrealer
01-07-09, 06:53 PM
:barf:
Pattes de Cochon sounds better.....
Pattes de Cochon sounds better.....
Pessin di porcu
What did you sauté them in? Butter and oil? Garlic? That dinner sounds delicious.
A little butter, a little olive oil, salt and lemon pepper. They were delicious.
The tilapia over spinach with onions and tomatoes came out fantastic. The only one who won't eat fish is Shannen. Hub, Nick and I demolished it. :)
I made her ravioli and a side of spinach. She doesn't know what she's missing.
Tonight I made baked salmon, couscous, and sauteed zucchini, yellow squash, and carrots.
It was delicious and not a morsel is left.
That sounds yummy.
I am the only one in this house who likes couscous, unfortunately.
Pig`s Feet.... My dad used to eat pig's feet.
That sounds yummy.
I am the only one in this house who likes couscous, unfortunately.
The girls love it too.
I'd like to try tilapia but I'd need a recipe. I'd love how you make it but the girls don't like spinach or tomatoes. Do you ever make it another way?
The girls love it too.
I'd like to try tilapia but I'd need a recipe. I'd love how you make it but the girls don't like spinach or tomatoes. Do you ever make it another way?
It's a very plain fish. Not a lot of flavor, so you can't use too much seasoning. Sometimes I just cook it on the countertop grill with some salt and pepper, and a little onion powder and garlic powder. Sauteeing it in olive oil is good too.
4bronxbombers
01-07-09, 07:52 PM
The girls love it too.
I'd like to try tilapia but I'd need a recipe. I'd love how you make it but the girls don't like spinach or tomatoes. Do you ever make it another way?
I might try it this Friday night instead of my usual Friday night steak night. Karen, let me know how you make it with the tomatoes and spinach - and yeah, my kids wouldn't like it cooked like that either Trish. :lol:
I think I'm the only one who liked couscous in this house so I rarely even think to make it.
I might try it this Friday night instead of my usual Friday night steak night. Karen, let me know how you make it with the tomatoes and spinach - and yeah, my kids wouldn't like it cooked like that either Trish. :lol:
I think I'm the only one who liked couscous in this house so I rarely even think to make it.
Nick scraped off the tomatoes. :lol:
I just put spinach in a baking pan, which was drizzled with a little olive oil and chix broth.
Put the tilapia over the spinach, then put chopped onion and tomotoes on top of the fish. Season with a little salt and pepper and add more chix broth.
Bake in a 350 oven for about 30 minutes. Serve over rice.
It's so good. :)
Karen and Trish, your dinners are making my mouth water.
I had a glass of water, a soy pattie and some edamame. Almost 4 hours ago. I hate the beginning of being good.
4bronxbombers
01-07-09, 08:05 PM
Nick scraped off the tomatoes. :lol:
I just put spinach in a baking pan, which was drizzled with a little olive oil and chix broth.
Put the tilapia over the spinach, then put chopped onion and tomotoes on top of the fish. Season with a little salt and pepper and add more chix broth.
Bake in a 350 oven for about 30 minutes. Serve over rice.
It's so good. :)
Sounds great. I hope to make it this weekend.
Karen and Trish, your dinners are making my mouth water.
I had a glass of water, a soy pattie and some edamame. Almost 4 hours ago. I hate the beginning of being good.
Yeah, but that's what I should be doing. Unfortunately with everything going on in my life, as usual I'm last on the list (my own fault, I know).
I can't even fathom trying to do the work I need to do at this point to get into shape.
The fish with spinach and tomatoes/onions isn't fattening. :)
Yeah, but that's what I should be doing. Unfortunately with everything going on in my life, as usual I'm last on the list (my own fault, I know).
I can't even fathom trying to do the work I need to do at this point to get into shape.
You can't take care of other people if you're not looking out for yourself, too. :)
I know, it seems pretty daunting, but I've had many months to get myself in this mess without even trying. It's just going to be a lot of hard work in a shorter period of time to reverse it.
The fish with spinach and tomatoes/onions isn't fattening. :)
Thank goodness! I seem to have to get things started the hard way, and once I get over the hump I'll be back to happily cooking like that (much to everyone else's chagrin...)
The fish with spinach and tomatoes/onions isn't fattening. :)
I baked the salmon with a little olive oil and salt and pepper only. I don't think it was overly fattening either.
The veggies were sauteed in just a little oil and butter, so that seemed ok too.
I'm not sure about the couscous.
jlw1980
01-07-09, 08:35 PM
Last night after I went to the movies, I treated myself to some gelato from this little hot-spot that's only been around for a few years. The last time I was there was when it had just recently opened. It's still just as popular as ever, if not more so! The gelato and sorbetto are absolutely to-die-for! Take a look at the pictures on their menu. This place is a little bit of heaven. I had the stracciatella, amarena, and roche. It's a good thing that they don't have a shop close to me! :drool: :drool:
http://www.thegelatospot.com/
Thanks Jenn. Thanks alot. :mad:
J/K, gelato is delectable!
My sister taught me a great trick with spinach that's good for you, but still really good tasting. Buy the regular lettuce-esque spinach that comes in a bad or one of those other things at the supermarket. Boil it in water for a couple of minutes and melt some "Smart Balance" spread. Put the spinach in a bowl, mix with the melted spread and add some garlic powder. The sis swears by it. I love it with a bit of whole wheat pasta or some chicken parm (not breaded).
Vicki, BTW, what buffalo sauce do you use? I love, love, love buffalo chicken but I know it's bad for you so I don't make it. I'm trying to find a version that's a bit healthier (though I suppose not frying the chicken and baking or sauteeing it is better.
I'm going to start following this thread for more cooking ideas. The tilapia sounds great though I'd substitute out the tomatoes.
BronxBaumer
01-08-09, 12:27 PM
Buffalo Wild Wings and plenty of beer. Delicious and full of calories.
National championship game, however, deserves much delicious caloric intake!
jlw1980
01-08-09, 01:33 PM
Thanks Jenn. Thanks alot. :mad:
J/K, gelato is delectable!
:lol: Sorry. I just couldn't help it. That place is heavenly. Like I said, it's really good that there isn't one too close to me!
fredgmuggs
01-08-09, 04:50 PM
I have some leftover rotisserie chicken and I'm going to make a fake chicken pot pie with it tonight - mix the leftover chicken in with a couple cans of cream of chicken soup, some frozen vegetables and baked it in a casserole dish in the oven with some Pillsbury dinner rolls on top of it.
I have some leftover rotisserie chicken and I'm going to make a fake chicken pot pie with it tonight - mix the leftover chicken in with a couple cans of cream of chicken soup, some frozen vegetables and baked it in a casserole dish in the oven with some Pillsbury dinner rolls on top of it.
Get the diuretics ready. :D
For me it's linguine with clam sauce. Don't know when I'll eat since I feel like 10 pounds of isht in a 5 pound bag, yet again.
CallOfTheCrow
01-08-09, 04:52 PM
beef stroganoff (sp?)
fredgmuggs
01-08-09, 04:53 PM
Get the diuretics ready. :D
For me it's linguine with clam sauce. Don't know when I'll eat since I feel like 10 pounds of isht in a 5 pound bag, yet again.Scoff if you may, but I think this is going to be genius.
Scoff if you may, but I think this is going to be genius.
I'm not scoffing. It sounds pretty good. Just salty.
Not that my dinner is sodium free. Between the canned clams and the mound of cheese I'm going to put on it, save some diuretcs for me.
fredgmuggs
01-08-09, 05:48 PM
I'm not scoffing. It sounds pretty good. Just salty.
Not that my dinner is sodium free. Between the canned clams and the mound of cheese I'm going to put on it, save some diuretcs for me.That's why I bought the low fat, low sodium version. Give me some credit.
That's why I bought the low fat, low sodium version. Give me some credit.
See, you left that out. You must like me to taunt you.
fredgmuggs
01-08-09, 05:51 PM
See, you left that out. You must like me to taunt you.I'm an idea man. I'm not good at spelling out the mundane details.
I'm a man. I'm not good at spelling out the mundane details.
Fixed that for ya.
fredgmuggs
01-08-09, 06:15 PM
Well, it needs tweaking. Even though I used condensed soup and didn't add water, it still was a bit more watery than I liked.... and even though I cooked the dinner rolls twice as long as recommended, they still were a bit doughie on the bottom.
If I were to try this again I would add some type of thickening agent and I would probably cook the dinner rolls separate and plop them on the top when they were finished.
Oh well, I tried. At least I was only experimenting on myself.
4bronxbombers
01-08-09, 06:26 PM
My sister taught me a great trick with spinach that's good for you, but still really good tasting. Buy the regular lettuce-esque spinach that comes in a bad or one of those other things at the supermarket. Boil it in water for a couple of minutes and melt some "Smart Balance" spread. Put the spinach in a bowl, mix with the melted spread and add some garlic powder. The sis swears by it. I love it with a bit of whole wheat pasta or some chicken parm (not breaded).
Vicki, BTW, what buffalo sauce do you use? I love, love, love buffalo chicken but I know it's bad for you so I don't make it. I'm trying to find a version that's a bit healthier (though I suppose not frying the chicken and baking or sauteeing it is better.
I'm going to start following this thread for more cooking ideas. The tilapia sounds great though I'd substitute out the tomatoes.
Kim, I use a brand called Frank's Red Hot Buffalon Wing sauce and it's soooooo freakin good. I have an awesome recipe too for an appetizer if you ever need something easy but really tasty. I think you can get this in most grocery stores. If not, I'll bring you a bottle at the next Fans forum party. :D
Well, it needs tweaking. Even though I used condensed soup and didn't add water, it still was a bit more watery than I liked.... and even though I cooked the dinner rolls twice as long as recommended, they still were a bit doughie on the bottom.
If I were to try this again I would add some type of thickening agent and I would probably cook the dinner rolls separate and plop them on the top when they were finished.
Oh well, I tried. At least I was only experimenting on myself.
That's a fancy way of putting it.
jlw1980
01-08-09, 07:00 PM
I'm not scoffing. It sounds pretty good. Just salty.
Not that my dinner is sodium free. Between the canned clams and the mound of cheese I'm going to put on it, save some diuretcs for me.Haha you said 'clams' and 'mound' in the same sentence.
4bronxbombers
01-08-09, 07:22 PM
Hamburger. I was craving one all week. :drool:
Haha you said 'clams' and 'mound' in the same sentence.
You're a sick woman.
No time AT ALL to make anyting tonight, so I had a delicious cappuccino flavored SlimFast and then 2 fresh mozzarella balls with three forkfuls of a deli mix of sliced roasted red peppers and marinated portabella mushrooms. YAY!
allybear
01-08-09, 08:55 PM
I never bought zucchini, so we had the spaghetti squash last night. I'd love to know what I did with it - I remember putting it in the bag in the store, so either it fell out of the cart or out of the shopping bag. :lol: The spaghetti squash was yummy, though.
Karen - I am definitely trying that tilapia - it sounds yummy! :)
Tonight was sauteed chicken, mushrooms and spinach with steamed yellow squash and a salad. Delicous and nutritious.
Ally,
I know you've talked about making mashed cauliflower here before. What do you do/add to the cauliflower? I bought a head of it at the store tonight in hopes of trying some this weekend.
Luvtino
01-08-09, 10:36 PM
Haha you said 'clams' and 'mound' in the same sentence.
BWAWAWA. :lol:
BronxBaumer
01-09-09, 07:45 AM
Well, Buffalo Wild Wings was too busy with the NCB on, so we went to a local sports bar for brews and nachos.
I am now a pressure cooker believer. :)
Hub brought one home and I was ready to put the thing on Ebay because I was always afraid of the one my mom had. But he convinced me to google some info and recipes and I'm glad I did.
I made a pot roast tonight. It made the best tasting gravy I ever had!
I browned the seasoned (salt and pepper) roast first, in oil. Then added Lipton onion soup mix with water and some Gravy Master for color. Also put in 2 sliced onions.
Put the lid on and got the pressure up to speed, then turned down the heat and cooked it for an hour on a medium flame.
Served with mashed potatoes.
My husband and I ate till we were stuffed. :lol:
jlw1980
01-09-09, 09:02 PM
You're a sick woman.You just figured this out? :lol:
jlw1980
01-09-09, 09:03 PM
BWAWAWA. :lol:Larissa appreciated it. :lol:
jlw1980
01-09-09, 09:04 PM
I am now a pressure cooker believer. :)
Hub brought one home and I was ready to put the thing on Ebay because I was always afraid of the one my mom had. But he convinced me to google some info and recipes and I'm glad I did.
I made a pot roast tonight. It made the best tasting gravy I ever had!
I browned the seasoned (salt and pepper) roast first, in oil. Then added Lipton onion soup mix with water and some Gravy Master for color. Also put in 2 sliced onions.
Put the lid on and got the pressure up to speed, then turned down the heat and cooked it for an hour on a medium flame.
Served with mashed potatoes.
My husband and I ate till we were stuffed. :lol:That sounds tasty, Karen. Try cooking fresh green beans in there some time. Add some bacon for flavor. My mom used to do that (still does actually). It's really good. :)
4bronxbombers
01-09-09, 09:08 PM
I still have pressure cooker phobia from watching my mother use hers. :lol:
Dave Visbeck
01-09-09, 11:11 PM
I am now a pressure cooker believer. :)
Hub brought one home and I was ready to put the thing on Ebay because I was always afraid of the one my mom had. But he convinced me to google some info and recipes and I'm glad I did.
I made a pot roast tonight. It made the best tasting gravy I ever had!
I browned the seasoned (salt and pepper) roast first, in oil. Then added Lipton onion soup mix with water and some Gravy Master for color. Also put in 2 sliced onions.
Put the lid on and got the pressure up to speed, then turned down the heat and cooked it for an hour on a medium flame.
Served with mashed potatoes.
My husband and I ate till we were stuffed. :lol:
Good news. Just keep it at no more than medium heat or just a little above ... and will be safe as can be. :) Try your famous spaghetti sauce now - with meatballs.
Dave Visbeck
01-09-09, 11:12 PM
I still have pressure cooker phobia from watching my mother use hers. :lol:
What happened? Did it whale on her at some time? :eek:
RYMASTER or Ryan_Yankees
01-09-09, 11:13 PM
Grilled cheese and rice.
Dave Visbeck
01-09-09, 11:14 PM
Grilled cheese and rice.
What kind of cheese? Ever make one on sliced sourdough?
RYMASTER or Ryan_Yankees
01-09-09, 11:19 PM
What kind of cheese? Ever make one on sliced sourdough?
Whatever kind my school's cafeteria uses. :lol: Presumably American.
No sourdough for me. I don't particularly like it much.
Dave Visbeck
01-09-09, 11:20 PM
No sourdough for me. I don't particularly like it much.
Awww. :-shrug-:
Dave Visbeck
01-09-09, 11:21 PM
I'm thinking about having an egg on toast right now. Sourdough toast. :) ;)
Good news. Just keep it at no more than medium heat or just a little above ... and will be safe as can be. :) Try your famous spaghetti sauce now - with meatballs.
Thanks, Dave.
It didn't come with any directions (it belonged to one of hub's customers and they bought a fancy new one), so I had to google info on using it correctly. I started the heat on high until the pressure built up and the jiggler at the top moved around a lot/made noise, then I turned it down to medium for the rest of the time. It was a little intimidating, but I got through. :lol:
How do you make spaghetti sauce in there? I'd like to try it tomorrow.
allybear
01-10-09, 06:04 PM
Ally,
I know you've talked about making mashed cauliflower here before. What do you do/add to the cauliflower? I bought a head of it at the store tonight in hopes of trying some this weekend.
Hi! Sorry for the delay! I steam the cauliflower and then put some of it in the container that goes with the stick blender, spray butter flavored food spray on it and squish it with the stick blender. Then I just add more and continue like that. Add plenty of pepper, salt to taste, and garlic powder if desired (you can also put shredded cheese on it if you want), and it's really good. I've tried it with butter and margarine too (not together :lol: ), but it doesn't seem to make much difference taste-wise.
4bronxbombers
01-10-09, 06:13 PM
^^^ I think I'd have to use real butter. :lol:
We're having baked chicken breasts, baked taters and green beans I think. Or maybe a salad.
montrealer
01-10-09, 06:43 PM
wings and things....
fredgmuggs
01-10-09, 06:49 PM
We stopped and got a pizza on the way home this evening. The place was pretty quiet because everybody was making the poor delivery schmuck deliver in the snow. I bet they don't tip extra either.
RYMASTER or Ryan_Yankees
01-10-09, 06:53 PM
Probably a bagel later on.
YanksFan1992
01-10-09, 06:55 PM
About to order a pizza. :drool:
fredgmuggs
01-10-09, 07:08 PM
We went to Roseland's over in Derby. I haven't found a pizza anywhere that I like more than their pizza.
My nephews are sleeping over and Shannen has a friend over. They just ordered Dominoes. The guy will definitely get a good tip. :)
RYMASTER or Ryan_Yankees
01-10-09, 07:19 PM
About to order a pizza. :drool:
No pineapples, freak.
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