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Originally Posted by JBord
(Post 33256400)
Lol so true about beer.
And thank you, we are going to Los Cabos -- about half way between the two. Looking forward to a week of relaxation. Yes please! Although I prefer a good quality mezcal. Mezcal and tequila are definitely nice sipping drinks except I don’t have either with salt or lime. |
Well, I found eggplants in the fridge on Wednesday and was then told they were from the parent's visit to the Tuesday food bank, so I spent today making eggplant parmesan. I didn't fry the eggplant, rather baked it for 20 minutes then under the broiler to brown the breadcrumbs.
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Tonight was a gourmet extravaganza of Trader Joe’s frozen beef tacquitos and Trader Joe’s frozen chicken tikka.
And a martini and some rioja. oh, and some Dove chocolate. |
Dateline Cocoa Beach: Tuna steak, medium rare with baked potato and cole slaw. Prior to the slaw, a server brought “fritters” covered in powdered sugar. Reminded me of beignets. After the plates were cleared, the server brought key lime sorbet. Mrs BV ate both and declared them delicious. All washed down with whatever tap was local, an IPA but I didn’t catch the name.
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Turkey tacos with assorted toppings including sliced avocado and prawns
susiecakes!!! With Fairlight 2% milk carrot cake chocolate cake marble cake https://cimg0.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.fly...7d220497c.jpeg https://cimg1.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.fly...656ae195d.jpeg https://cimg2.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.fly...62b1ced14.jpeg https://cimg3.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.fly...80d126955.jpeg https://cimg4.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.fly...221b3ecf0.jpeg
Originally Posted by csufabel
(Post 33256561)
Well, I found eggplants in the fridge on Wednesday and was then told they were from the parent's visit to the Tuesday food bank, so I spent today making eggplant parmesan. I didn't fry the eggplant, rather baked it for 20 minutes then under the broiler to brown the breadcrumbs.
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Originally Posted by gaobest
(Post 33257001)
Gorgeous - I need to learn how to make this. I had the idea that eggplant needed so much time to dry prior to cooking. I used this recipe, but even three eggs was much. https://www.simplyrecipes.com/recipes/eggplant_parmesan/ |
Originally Posted by EkekoBWI
(Post 33236476)
I picked up In Bibi's Kitchen and excited to dive into East African cuisine this month. Any tips or skips with the cookbook?
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Originally Posted by csufabel
(Post 33257111)
It took four plus hours for me as salting the water from the eggplant took two hours. I think it needed more time.
I used this recipe, but even three eggs was much. https://www.simplyrecipes.com/recipe...lant_parmesan/
Originally Posted by EkekoBWI
(Post 33257163)
Made 6 dishes in the last 3 days, all hits (and a big hit to my cholesterol). Highly recommend you pick up a copy if you're feeling adventurous.
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A friend ‘ s second attempt at “ quiche “
https://cimg5.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.fly...1f1a9365e.jpeg She got rather carried away The quiche had ham sans bacon as person tasked to get some forgot , but included button mushrooms , cherry tomatoes and spinach . Quite delicious actually .. brave and good attempt . |
Originally Posted by FlyerEC
(Post 33258018)
A friend ‘ s second attempt at “ quiche “
https://cimg5.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.fly...1f1a9365e.jpeg She got rather carried away The quiche had ham sans bacon as person tasked to get some forgot , but included button mushrooms , cherry tomatoes and spinach . Quite delicious actually .. brave and good attempt . |
Originally Posted by FlyerEC
(Post 33258018)
Awesome! Totally awesome. I love Ethiopian food although it’s been a few years.
Originally Posted by gaobest
(Post 33257404)
fun! I believe this is my fear of eggplant. I once made myself an Asian eggplant dish and I was stunned with the timing.
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Originally Posted by EkekoBWI
(Post 33258790)
Two tips: always peel any variety of eggplant, no matter what the recipe says and sweat the eggplant on a cutting board (not colander) for a full :60 unless there's a compelling reason why you wouldn't. This will make otherwise dry and rubbery eggplant into what it should be: tender and sauce-absorbent.
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Originally Posted by EkekoBWI
(Post 33258790)
Two tips: always peel any variety of eggplant, no matter what the recipe says and sweat the eggplant on a cutting board (not colander) for a full :60 unless there's a compelling reason why you wouldn't. This will make otherwise dry and rubbery eggplant into what it should be: tender and sauce-absorbent.
as much as I love eggplant parmigiana or eggplant with Chinese dishes, it might be more ev+ if I just outsource eggplant courses to others because it’s not like baking bread or things that my family will enjoy. I’m not a huge fanatic and can survive weeks (months) without it whereas I can’t survive weeks without any of beef or chicken or carrots or avocado or other vegetables. |
Let me clarify
Eggplant: sweat it for 60 minutes. Could do 45 minutes if you're pinched for time. Cutting boards won't produce a puddle and lead to more even results than sweating in a colander. A light layer of moisture will accumulate on top of the eggplant slices, and you absorb it with a towel or paper towel. The eggplant should feel dry before cooking. |
Mala noodles dressed up with sautéed onion and crimini mushrooms, lao gan ma chili crisps, and green onion. Would recommend.
https://cimg8.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.fly...6b48356731.jpg They were too tasty and I forgot to take a picture of the prepped noodles, so this will have to do. |
Spousal birthday supper at Flour+Water, sf
slivered asparagus with white bean purée, pistachios, cured egg yolk margarita pizza Mint & artichoke pasta with walnut sauce Cheese pasta with balsamic vinegar chocolate budino (pudding) with side of espresso cream olive oil cake with strawberry sorbet bonus scoop of basil sorbet (really good) amazing food as standard for f+w. https://cimg5.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.fly...219a057a8.jpeg https://cimg8.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.fly...3d2208ca6.jpeg https://cimg9.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.fly...35c863571.jpeg https://cimg0.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.fly...cb57636f7.jpeg https://cimg1.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.fly...8a032116e.jpeg https://cimg2.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.fly...540f77b7b.jpeg https://cimg3.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.fly...fbea3a876.jpeg https://cimg4.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.fly...1f4d4f8fa.jpeg
Originally Posted by CoffeeTraveler
(Post 33259664)
Mala noodles dressed up with sautéed onion and crimini mushrooms, lao gan ma chili crisps, and green onion. Would recommend.
They were too tasty and I forgot to take a picture of the prepped noodles, so this will have to do. so just the noodles, cooked with other things. |
Originally Posted by gaobest
(Post 33259703)
Spousal birthday supper at Flour+Water, sf
Costco? I have a box and don’t use the sauce package. Too much sodium :-) so just the noodles, cooked with other things. Yes, found at Costco a while ago and misplaced for a few months. Could probably make a lower salt version of the sauce with Sichuan peppercorns and chili oil. Noodles are pretty tasty either way, had a good chew for dried noodles. |
Originally Posted by FlyerEC
(Post 33258018)
A friend ‘ s second attempt at “ quiche “
https://cimg5.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.fly...1f1a9365e.jpeg She got rather carried away The quiche had ham sans bacon as person tasked to get some forgot , but included button mushrooms , cherry tomatoes and spinach . Quite delicious actually .. brave and good attempt .
Originally Posted by BamaVol
(Post 33258419)
Other than the shape I’d say she did well. I thought everybody put cheese in quiche. Kudos to her if she left it out.
Forgot to mention about the cheese , as assumed always cheese but did not know what she used . Did not want to embarrass this young couple further - already queried about bacon ! She actually added 3 cheeses - Gouda , mozzarella & red cheddar . Cannot tell from photo that it is 3 cheeses though you can sort of see that it is somewhat cheesy . |
tonight it will be Singapore noodles!
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I have no plan whatsoever for dinner. There is nothing thawed, nothing ready to cook and no leftovers. We should arrive home at around cocktail hour so it’s possible it will be whatever nibbly things I find in the fridge and pantry. Tortilla chips and salsa, pita chips and hummus, sliced apple and orange, pretzels, unless I stop at the grocery store.
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Originally Posted by BamaVol
(Post 33261035)
I have no plan whatsoever for dinner. There is nothing thawed, nothing ready to cook and no leftovers. We should arrive home at around cocktail hour so it’s possible it will be whatever nibbly things I find in the fridge and pantry. Tortilla chips and salsa, pita chips and hummus, sliced apple and orange, pretzels, unless I stop at the grocery store.
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Originally Posted by corky
(Post 33261185)
Same here...I usually plan in advance but somehow didn't. So I dug around in the freezer and found a frozen turkey burger. I also found some frozen rye bread leftover from St. Pat's day. So both are thawing in the fridge and it looks like I will be making a patty melt tonight for the first time in my life.
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Originally Posted by BamaVol
(Post 33261035)
I have no plan whatsoever for dinner. There is nothing thawed, nothing ready to cook and no leftovers. We should arrive home at around cocktail hour so it’s possible it will be whatever nibbly things I find in the fridge and pantry. Tortilla chips and salsa, pita chips and hummus, sliced apple and orange, pretzels, unless I stop at the grocery store.
Opposite here, we are still working on cleaning out the refrigerator before we leave for vacation this weekend. Looks like tonight is some kind of whitefish and either kale salad or sautéed kale. We may be in your position when we get back a week later. |
Brats and roasted brussels sprouts
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Not beautiful but delicious. Our local pub did a pork braised in sourkraut over cheese pierogi. I was planning to have a lot of leftovers but Mr. CE tried one bite and then couldn't control himself. |
Originally Posted by JBord
(Post 33261299)
Or the drive thru :).
Opposite here, we are still working on cleaning out the refrigerator before we leave for vacation this weekend. Looks like tonight is some kind of whitefish and either kale salad or sautéed kale. We may be in your position when we get back a week later. A couple oranges before bed and we’re satisfied. I’m going to the Polish deli tomorrow to select a kielbasa. They usually have about a dozen varieties of smoked sausage. Cabbage, carrots and red skin potatoes on the side, |
Originally Posted by BamaVol
(Post 33261999)
We got hungry on the way home and stopped at Ruby Tuesday around 3:30. The food was okay, but the place smelled bad. First time we’ve been in one since they filed for bankruptcy. They need to petition their lender to let them clean the carpets.
A couple oranges before bed and we’re satisfied. I’m going to the Polish deli tomorrow to select a kielbasa. They usually have about a dozen varieties of smoked sausage. Cabbage, carrots and red skin potatoes on the side, |
Originally Posted by BamaVol
(Post 33261035)
I have no plan whatsoever for dinner. There is nothing thawed, nothing ready to cook and no leftovers. We should arrive home at around cocktail hour so it’s possible it will be whatever nibbly things I find in the fridge and pantry. Tortilla chips and salsa, pita chips and hummus, sliced apple and orange, pretzels, unless I stop at the grocery store.
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Foreign Cinema supper with suburban friends airbnbing in Sf this week - menu from 5/15 was same for today.
kids menu is a 3 course meal of vegetables & fruit starter, ice cream dessert, and a chosen main. The children both got steam with potatoes - in this case, fingerling potatoes with zero taste. My child demolished their steak while the other child eschewed most so I took the leftovers. warm olives Warmed goat cheese warmed Provençal fish tuna poke 2*sesame fried chicken duck breast risotto birthday cake chocolate pot de creme my beverages - Lemoncocco can; rose lemonade; tumeric tonic https://cimg7.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.fly...9be9ab4d7.jpeg https://cimg8.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.fly...08529a4e6.jpeg https://cimg9.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.fly...c52b804dc.jpeg https://cimg0.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.fly...7950e620c.jpeg https://cimg1.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.fly...a84930182.jpeg
Originally Posted by BamaVol
(Post 33261999)
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A couple oranges before bed and we’re satisfied. I’m going to the Polish deli tomorrow to select a kielbasa. They usually have about a dozen varieties of smoked sausage. Cabbage, carrots and red skin potatoes on the side, I buy the Costco kielbasa which seems to be made my a marketed family called Kielbossa. Organic kielbasa, about $8.99/lb. I’m serving this Thursday along with Mac & cheese but I like your idea of cabbage & carrots. |
For dinner today I had stromboli pizza!
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Forgot to take a picture but made these and they were delicious! https://www.thekitchn.com/lemony-bak...ecipe-23157712
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Originally Posted by gaobest
(Post 33262427)
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How do you cook the cabbage & carrots for this type of meal? I buy the Costco kielbasa which seems to be made my a marketed family called Kielbossa. Organic kielbasa, about $8.99/lb. I’m serving this Thursday along with Mac & cheese but I like your idea of cabbage & carrots. https://cimg0.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.fly...53d1d10b4.jpeg |
Originally Posted by chgoeditor
(Post 33264542)
Forgot to take a picture but made these and they were delicious! https://www.thekitchn.com/lemony-bak...ecipe-23157712
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Originally Posted by corky
(Post 33264633)
sounds great...I just printed it out.
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Trader Joe’s chicken enchiladas
raw organic vegetable bowl sliced avocado Assd salsas leftover Susiecakes :-) |
Caesar salad
baked potato topped with chicken, shredded cheddar & jack cheeses, red and green salsas, sour cream |
Originally Posted by gaobest
(Post 33262427)
I buy the Costco kielbasa which seems to be made my a marketed family called Kielbossa. Organic kielbasa, about $8.99/lb. I’m serving this Thursday along with Mac & cheese but I like your idea of cabbage & carrots.
They’re big sausages. 7 were a bit over 2 pounds in my package. |
Originally Posted by gaobest
(Post 33262427)
How do you cook the cabbage & carrots for this type of meal?
I buy the Costco kielbasa which seems to be made my a marketed family called Kielbossa. Organic kielbasa, about $8.99/lb. I’m serving this Thursday along with Mac & cheese but I like your idea of cabbage & carrots. It all goes in one pot. The extra garlic kielbasa lends its flavor to everything. I’ll have to take a picture next time. The sausages are huge, maybe as much as one and a half to two inches in diameter. Meat is ground and stuffed in the back of the deli and sold at $7-9 a pound depending on variety. They just cut off a hunk depending on how many pounds you ask for. I should take a picture of the case at the deli. It’s heaven for any sausage lover. They also make cabbage rolls that look tempting. I bought a couple smoked Hungarian sausages as well for this weekend. |
tonight's dinner will be Xiao Long Bao!
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Originally Posted by Jaimito Cartero
(Post 33265353)
Should have bought it when it was on sale a week ago in the Costco flyer.
They’re big sausages. 7 were a bit over 2 pounds in my package. in fact these sausage sales are now officially blocking me from buying Evergood until it’s on Costco sale. I will just wait. I’m in zero hurry and I’ve nowhere to go. Current sale is over aidell spicy mango chicken which I refuse to buy. Zero chicken sausage for me - I’ll just cook my own Costco chicken thighs! |
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