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Page 15 12/23/2011 11:16:12 PM |
BigFletch All American 3302 Posts user info edit post |
she strikes again 12/23/2011 11:17:30 PM |
bottombaby IRL 21952 Posts user info edit post |
One morbidly obese cookie man.
Quiche ready for the oven. This was my first attempt and I made an extra to taste test and it was a success!
12/24/2011 1:07:48 PM |
wolfpackgrrr All American 39759 Posts user info edit post |
Quote : | "Do you have a kitchenaid? There's a really good ice cream attachment. " |
haha I actually ended up getting that from my husband for Christmas
Made the pistachio ice cream and it is very yummy. But I was a fucking dumbass and put 1 2/3 cups sugar in the recipe when it only called for 2/3. So then I had to sit there with a ladle and try to get a cup of sugar out of the milk and cream. I think I got most of it out but so far the ice cream is tasting very sweet. I'm hoping overnight in the freezer will mellow out the sugar.12/26/2011 9:46:54 PM |
parsonsb All American 13206 Posts user info edit post |
I did pizza from scratch a week ago, came out pretty good though I probably should have cooked the sauce down another 5-10 minutes 12/26/2011 9:52:57 PM |
dustm All American 14296 Posts user info edit post |
I got a pressure cooker for xmas. Definitely going to can some stuff and make some sweet-ass pot roast 12/26/2011 10:02:50 PM |
Metricula Squishie Enthusiast 4040 Posts user info edit post |
I, too, got a pressure cooker! Can't wait to try it out 12/27/2011 2:21:04 PM |
ncsuapex SpaceForRent 37776 Posts user info edit post |
I call this Panty Dropping Desert.
Pie crust Berries Sugar OJ Butter Ramekins
For each ramekin rub butter to coat. Place cut piece of pie crust to cover bottom and side. Fill with berries(blueberries and blackberries work great). Pour about a table spoon of OJ over berries then sprinkle about 2 tablespoons of sugar. Cover with pie crust. Brush melted butter over top of pie crust and sprinkle with sugar.
Cook 350 for 35 minutes.
Serve hot with ice cream and wait for her panties to drop. 12/27/2011 5:40:43 PM |
wolfpackgrrr All American 39759 Posts user info edit post |
^ So basically mini pies 12/27/2011 6:27:26 PM |
ncsuapex SpaceForRent 37776 Posts user info edit post |
Don't say it like that 12/27/2011 6:55:41 PM |
BigFletch All American 3302 Posts user info edit post |
that sounds delish 12/27/2011 7:29:15 PM |
bottombaby IRL 21952 Posts user info edit post |
Baking chocolate chip cookies and planning on doing a mushroom pork loin roast, mashed potatoes, and string beans a little later. And if I get real ambitious -- biscuits. 12/31/2011 5:45:05 PM |
bottombaby IRL 21952 Posts user info edit post |
These cookies are some of the best cookies that I have ever made.
I will not be making them again because I will gain back every damned pound that I lost last year. 1/1/2012 1:22:29 PM |
iheartkisses All American 3791 Posts user info edit post |
BTTT
Last night I tried a couple of really yummy recipes that the bf and I loved.
Crab Cakes with this Paula Deen recipe (but pan-seared, not fried): http://www.foodnetwork.com/recipes/paula-deen/crab-cakes-recipe/index.html
Baked, Seasoned Fries with my own spice blend, based on this recipe: http://www.foodnetwork.com/recipes/aaron-mccargo/oven-baked-seasoned-fries-recipe/index.html
And finally, a spinach salad with sauteed mushrooms, shallots and a home-made roasted tomato-bacon vinaigrette
[Edited on January 19, 2012 at 1:18 PM. Reason : d] 1/19/2012 1:14:54 PM |
Snewf All American 63359 Posts user info edit post |
having a pizza stone and peel is awesome because dough balls can be had in many grocery stores these days
that's my go-to quick dinner
I've usually got some kind of cheese, some vegetable and a jar of tomato sauce or some pesto on hand so i can always throw a pie together 1/19/2012 3:12:06 PM |
Metricula Squishie Enthusiast 4040 Posts user info edit post |
Okay, so I roasted my third whole chicken and it came out GREAT this time instead of just pretty good. I dried the chicken (about 4 lbs) really well and salted it and stuck it in at 450 for 60 minutes.
I didn't butter it or anything. After I pulled it out, I sprinkled cracked black pepper and the juice of an orange over top.
Delicious, salty, crispy skin.
Does anyone else have chicken roasting tips? I don't cook or eat a lot of meat so I don't know what I'm doing past trial and error. 1/22/2012 10:31:01 PM |
Beethoven86 All American 3001 Posts user info edit post |
This is my absolutely favorite roast chicken recipe. It's super easy, and delicious: http://www.foodnetwork.com/recipes/ina-garten/engagement-roast-chicken-recipe/index.html
If you don't have a thermometer you can put in a chicken/turkey, etc., and monitor from the outside, I highly recommend you get one for roasting. That way you can go off of temperature, and not time. 1/22/2012 10:42:14 PM |
CaelNCSU All American 6895 Posts user info edit post |
^^ Why not use science instead of superstition: http://www.amazon.com/Taylor-1470-Digital-Cooking-Thermometer/dp/B00004XSC5/ref=sr_1_7?ie=UTF8&qid=1327291853&sr=8-7
160 degrees and I tell that bird please.... 1/22/2012 11:11:35 PM |
Metricula Squishie Enthusiast 4040 Posts user info edit post |
A meat thermometer is something I've rarely had a need for but now I'm dating an omnivore. 160 is a safe temp?
What about pork?
I know I could google this but I'm sure someone knows off-hand in here 1/23/2012 7:31:56 AM |
Exiled Eyes up here ^^ 5918 Posts user info edit post |
I have a rotisserie at home that I use weekly for Chickens. Best damn investment I ever made. 1/23/2012 7:34:47 AM |
wolfpackgrrr All American 39759 Posts user info edit post |
^^ Pork is 145. 1/23/2012 8:49:14 AM |
CaelNCSU All American 6895 Posts user info edit post |
^^
For beef the temp ranges to doneness are: 125 - 129 - rare 130 - 135 - medium rare 135 - 140 - medium 140+ take away your cooking license
For poultry if I'm cooking just a chicken breast I'll do 145, but if it's a whole bird I cook the breast to 155 and take it out. There is a ton of carry over cooking and I've seen the meat jump 10 degrees after taking it out of the oven in a whole bird. White meat chicken will actually be semi-juicy at 160, but much higher and it's a desert.
A lot of nice restaurantes do pork at about 135 degrees--even before the FDA law. 1/23/2012 10:48:57 AM |
Exiled Eyes up here ^^ 5918 Posts user info edit post |
So I'm thinking of making a batch of slow simmered 3 meat chili this weekend, and wanted to mix things up. Looking for a couple opinions on my thoughts on how to mix it up a bit.
1) Use a good porter instead of beef stock. I've used beer before, but usually a lighter red ale or something. Was thinking of grabbing something darker this go around...and wondering if I might have to change up what/how much spice(s) I use.
2) Was thinking of roasting some Poblano Peppers to add some flavor, but I feel like they'd get lost in the rest of the chili if I dumped it all in at the beginning. Wondering if I should hold out until the last 1/2 hour or so before tossing them in with the other can of black beans. 2/8/2012 3:21:05 PM |
Krallum 56A0D3 15294 Posts user info edit post |
Made chicken & dumplingz and they are fucking om nomz to the max
I'm Krallum and I approved this message. 2/12/2012 3:58:05 PM |
AxlBonBach All American 45550 Posts user info edit post |
made a low carb pizza casserole last night. basic idea is the crust is made from egg, lowfat cream cheese, skim mozzarella, and various seasonings. flax meal can also be added. then, sugar free tomato sauce, more cheese, and toppings to your liking. i went with mushroom caps, turkey pepperoni, and some low fat turkey sausage.
it was delicious! 2/12/2012 4:02:59 PM |
ncsuapex SpaceForRent 37776 Posts user info edit post |
Just inhaled a deep fried whole Cornish game hen injected with honey. 3/4/2012 5:37:33 PM |
EMCE balls deep 89753 Posts user info edit post |
simple baked chicken dish tonight
about 5 chicken breasts potatoes onion carrots salt, pepper, seasonings, white cooking wine, chicken broth 3/4/2012 6:24:25 PM |
bottombaby IRL 21952 Posts user info edit post |
I had some diced ham that I'd used for a quiche that I needed to go ahead and finish up, so I just put together a mac-n-cheese, ham, and pea casserole. Pretty lame, but the kid will enjoy it. 3/4/2012 6:49:35 PM |
wolfpackgrrr All American 39759 Posts user info edit post |
Got a huge bag of fresh key limes from HT for $1.50. Thinking I'll make key lime pie ice cream out of them. 3/4/2012 7:19:09 PM |
Beethoven86 All American 3001 Posts user info edit post |
Or this! http://www.bakedperfection.com/2011/04/key-lime-cupcakes-with-blackberry.html 3/4/2012 7:20:19 PM |
wolfpackgrrr All American 39759 Posts user info edit post |
This key lime pie ice cream is a tastegasm.
^ I think I'll do that with the rest of the limes! 3/5/2012 8:23:18 PM |
ncsuapex SpaceForRent 37776 Posts user info edit post |
1 slice sirloin fillet 1 slice boneless pork loin 2 slices thick cut bacon Season to like(I just used black pepper)
Grind(I used my magic bullet with the cross blade and the larger blender cup)
Makes 4 patties depending on how you make them
Fry to taste(I cooked medium heat using cast iron skillet)
Damn good quick homemade breakfast sausage. 3/11/2012 10:56:39 AM |
GREEN JAY All American 14180 Posts user info edit post |
weird but good salad:
1 cup leftover spaghetti squash, warmed
2 handfuls of spinach 2 green onions, sliced 1 sprig of oregano and 1 sprig basil, torn cherry tomatoes 8 tiny strawberries freshly cracked pepper 2 tsp balsamic vinegar romano cheese
toss together everything but the cheese and sprinkle the cheese on top. nom and wonder what the hell was that. 3/22/2012 8:43:07 PM |
pryderi Suspended 26647 Posts user info edit post |
http://www.foodnetwork.com/recipes/jeff-mauro/pretzel-buns-with-grilled-dogs-and-spicy-cheese-sauce-recipe/index.html 3/23/2012 1:23:01 AM |
elise mainly potato 13090 Posts user info edit post |
I bought an egg plant. What do I do with it? I have some allergies, so simple seasoning is best. Grilling preferable. Any ideas? 3/26/2012 9:57:03 AM |
Smath74 All American 93278 Posts user info edit post |
i'd say to put a few simple seasonings on it and grill it. 3/26/2012 9:58:44 AM |
elise mainly potato 13090 Posts user info edit post |
But what seasonings are good on it. I have never even tasted egg plant before. 3/26/2012 10:00:09 AM |
kdogg(c) All American 3494 Posts user info edit post |
Did NOT know about this thread!
3/26/2012 10:04:02 AM |
jocristian All American 7525 Posts user info edit post |
http://www.mccormick.com/Products/GrillMates/Seasoning-Blends/Grill-Mates-25-Less-Sodium-Montreal-Chicken-Seasoning.aspx
^^I'm a big fan of this on veggies.
[Edited on March 26, 2012 at 10:06 AM. Reason : d] 3/26/2012 10:04:30 AM |
elise mainly potato 13090 Posts user info edit post |
Sulfiting agents
But i can pull from that list of ingredients and make something up. I usually just put olive oil and some sort of salt on the veggies I grill. 3/26/2012 10:13:43 AM |
Smath74 All American 93278 Posts user info edit post |
i mean start with salt and pepper and see if you like it. 3/26/2012 10:21:16 AM |
elise mainly potato 13090 Posts user info edit post |
Easy enough. 3/26/2012 10:22:44 AM |
Smath74 All American 93278 Posts user info edit post |
one thing i've done with eggplant... skin it, slice it, and then layer the slices in paper towels and put a book or something with some weight on top of the stack to squeeze moisture out... seems to cook better that way.
http://www.ehow.com/how_5762273_press-eggplant.html
[Edited on March 26, 2012 at 10:30 AM. Reason : ] 3/26/2012 10:27:00 AM |
wolfpackgrrr All American 39759 Posts user info edit post |
One of my favorite eggplant recipes. It's more of a side dish than an entree.
4 small Asian eggplants (would equal about 3/4 pound large eggplant) 1 small green bell pepper 1/4 pound ground meat 1.5 tablespoons red miso paste 1/2 tablespoon soy sauce 1 tablespoon mirin 1/2 tablespoon sugar 2 tablespoons sake 2 tablespoons sesame oil
Cut eggplant and pepper into bite-sized pieces.
Cook ground meat in saute pan until done. Drain oil from meat and set aside.
In a small bowl, mix together miso, soy sauce, mirin, sugar, and sake to make a sauce.
In a pan, heat oil over medium high heat. Add eggplant and pepper, and cook stirring constantly until eggplant is golden brown. Add ground meat and miso sauce to pan and cook for about two minutes to fully coat vegetables. Garnish with sesame seeds and scallions if you want. Done!
[Edited on March 26, 2012 at 10:45 AM. Reason : a] 3/26/2012 10:42:31 AM |
elise mainly potato 13090 Posts user info edit post |
Thanks for the info! I will be trying this tonight or tomorrow. 3/26/2012 10:44:13 AM |
bottombaby IRL 21952 Posts user info edit post |
I just chopped veggies and put on a pot of soup! 4/5/2012 3:32:53 PM |
Beethoven All American 4080 Posts user info edit post |
What kind of soup? I have a soft spot for homemade soup. 4/5/2012 3:37:25 PM |
ncsuapex SpaceForRent 37776 Posts user info edit post |
Just pulled this off the grill. Ohhhhh yeaaaaah
http://www.foodnetwork.com/recipes/kalbi-korean-barbequed-beef-short-ribs-recipe/index.html 4/16/2012 5:47:54 PM |
joepeshi All American 8094 Posts user info edit post |
Made this stuff. Was the bomb... https://foodfolio.net/recipes/21265/lemon-quinoa-cilantro-chickpea-salad/ 4/18/2012 2:03:23 AM |
TragicNature All American 11804 Posts user info edit post |
set em up 4/18/2012 3:31:12 AM |