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What if you were suddenly allergic to all green colored foods?
That would lead to a miserable life. The first two things that come to mind are Spinach and Basil then lime, green peppers, granny smith apples , peas, green beans, cilantro, mint, asparagus and brussel sprouts ... I could probably go on for hours .... Horror I tell ya ...terrible horrible nightmare!
Cheeseburger in a Can?
I am with everyone else who says PLEASE open the can! In fact I don't just want to see a picture I want to see a video. Though I know it won't, I am imagining a old cartoons (when cartoons were really cartoons ,like the Jetsons) Where they open a can an a whole turkey pops out or add a drop of water to a capsule and it transforms into a whole pie! Seriously I just want to see what it looks like out of the can.
Cook the Book: 'Whole Grains: Every Day, Every Way'
Definately whole grain bread products, bread, bagels ..whatever. Even when I am not trying to eat healthy I always prefer them.
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What do you bring to lunch to eat at your desk?
My "desk" is often the dashboard of my ambulance.Sometimes I manage to make it to the back bumper and on a really good day I can sometimes catch a few minutes to sit at an actual table in the hospital break room or one of the Fire Stations we run out of. Many of my co-workers live on fast food (and it shows) but there are days even the time to grab that is non-existent. I personally have gotten to the point where I can't stand fast food and view it as something to eat out of desperation. I started packing my lunch (actually all 3 meals as we work 12 hr shifts) when I vowed to shed some pounds but quickly realized that It also made it much easier to actually FIND time to eat because I could grab something out of my lunchbox between calls. For this reason I pack lots of grab and go things like fruits,veggies, cheese, crackers,and yogurt. I ususally have one "meal" item that is often left overs or big salad with protien on it. When I work night shift I sometimes cook a real meal before work and bring it in for my partner and I to share. It's a bit of work but its a nice break if we get a chance to eat it.
What if you were suddenly allergic to all green colored foods?
That would lead to a miserable life. The first two things that come to mind are Spinach and Basil then lime, green peppers, granny smith apples , peas, green beans, cilantro, mint, asparagus and brussel sprouts ... I could probably go on for hours .... Horror I tell ya ...terrible horrible nightmare!
Cheeseburger in a Can?
I am with everyone else who says PLEASE open the can! In fact I don't just want to see a picture I want to see a video. Though I know it won't, I am imagining a old cartoons (when cartoons were really cartoons ,like the Jetsons) Where they open a can an a whole turkey pops out or add a drop of water to a capsule and it transforms into a whole pie! Seriously I just want to see what it looks like out of the can.
Cook the Book: 'Whole Grains: Every Day, Every Way'
Definately whole grain bread products, bread, bagels ..whatever. Even when I am not trying to eat healthy I always prefer them.
What's your favorite soup?
I too am a soup junkie and can't wait for fall to start making them. It is hard for me to pick just one but, I worked for awhile (with a tragic miss) on a recipe for Mulligatawny Stew that once I got right was OMG good!http://www.fayobserver.com/blog/permalink?bid=87&eid=5456
I also recently made some pretty darn good Split Pea soup. I am trying to make some "meatless" (not vegetarian) dishes so I opted for some ham bullion and just a little bacon to give this flavor and I was pleasantly surpised.
http://www.fayobserver.com/blog/permalink?bid=87&eid=6128
When good people do "bad" things in your kitchen…
These comments are great. I guess I should count my blessings that my kitchen is not large enough for on more than on person to cook in. I will say Amen to the when I say dinner is ready that means NOW, this minute, come park you lazy but at the table and commence to eating, BUT If I say come help me get dinner on the table that does not mean park your butt at the table and then ask me to get you ice or ketchup or whatever you are going to defile my cooking with because"you are still standing up." "Setting" the table means plates, knives, forks, spoons. glasses for EVERYONE. Do not start eating until everyone ESPECIALLY me is seated at the table. Don't salt you food until you have tasted it (once you have tasted it that is perfectly acceptable). If you are invited to someones house for dinner SHOW UP ON TIME. I usually factor in 20-30 mins for late comers but after this I will be MAD if you cause my meal to be ruined or you interrupt everyone elses dinner by showing up late. If you were supposed to bring an item for said dinner you MUST be ontime.
Whew this topic DOES envoke some strong feelings, doesn't it??
Would you rather give up coffee or pasta?
This is a tough one! I think a life without pasta would be very sad but without my daily Cup'0 Joe would just be miserable! For me and everyone around me. On second thought....I probably COULD get my caffiene from another source but I would still be sad ...sigh
A trip down memory lane: What food makes you smile?
Grilled Lobster, My best friend and I went on a cruise to the Bahamas and took one of the excursions to go snorkeling. After hours of snorkeling we were starving and they were selling grilled lobsters. You sat on the beach and ate them with your bare hands. OMG SO GOOD! Was it the beautiful beach, that we were starving from hours of swimming or was the lobster that superb? Don't know don't care just love the memory!
Weekend Book Giveaway: 'The Amateur Gourmet'
Let's see, SO many to chose from! How about the time I cooked a spaghetti squash in the microwave WHOLE! I knew that I had to let the steam escape and punctured the squash several times with a knife. But evidently this was not enough. I had walked out of the kitchen and I heard what sounded like a small explosion. The spaghetti squash had burst and blew open the door to the microwave, covering every surface of my small kitchen to include the ceiling with "spaghetti". It is amazing how much surface area on squash can cover! I cleaned up spaghetti squash for WEEKS! Now I know to CUT the squash in have before microwaving.
What seemingly basic ingredient can you simply not bear?
I can't believe that I dont agree with a single thing on this list. In fact at the moment I can't come up with a single (simple ingredient)thing. I used to say I hate raw tomatoes but read here to see how that changed. Black olives sort of (not on my pizza) but I am starting to come around to those "in" things. I had a high school Home Economics (I don't think they even have that class anymore) teacher who used to say at least once a class. "Your taste buds change every 4-7 years" I am beginning to agree.
Cook the Book: 'Vegetable Harvest'
Last year I had an AWESOME potted herb garden. I almost had to change my Blog name to MMM MMM Basil because I put basil in everything! I am kicking myself for not keeping one up this year. I started one in the spring and as soon as it got warm they dried up because I was not dilgent with the watering. I would love to have access to a big vegetable garden but I would never be disiplined enough to keep one up.
Do you 'taste-test' fruits at the grocery store?
Only grapes. But always grapes! Nothing is worse than paying 4 bucks for a pound of grapes and they are sour or worse tasteless.
Post your profession...
Full time Paramedic and aspiring part time caterer!
Question of the Day: Best Meal You've Had When Dining Solo
I have to admit I rarely dine out alone. If I am forced too I usually stick with fast food (how sad) First, because I feel very self-concious and I am a fast eater to start with so I am sure I can imagine what someone would think seeing me sitting there alone shoveling food in my mouth. Second eating is social for me and its about the whole dining experience. It's kind of like if a tree falls in the forest and no one hears it thing. If the food is wonderful and there is no one there to talk about it to............ So I guess I will have to go with "Sindy's Simple Eggs benedict". I had been working to perfect my recipe without so much butter and work of a traditional hollandaise sauce and I decided to add some fresh basil . MMM MMMM Basil!!
Question of the Day: What are your favorite "simple" foods?
Peanut butter! When I open a new jar I absolutely HAVE to eat a spoonful of it. I can resist it at other times but when you unseal it for the first time ahhh perfection! Then its a fluff-n-nutter sandwich. Sometimes with bananna or Peanut butter, honey and banana. How about Peanut butter and Nuttella ..oh so many ways to eat Peanut butter!!! And always with an ice cold glass of milk!!
How do you like your eggs? Describe your perfect omlette.
I love eggs benedict, breakfast burrito with sausage onions peppers and salsa. Omlette- Spinach, red onion, sundried tomatoes and Feta ...mmm mmm good
QotD: Fill in the blank: I can't keep _____ in the house.
Claussen Pickles and French onion chip dip. ..not together of course.
Hazelnut Oil
MMMMMMM Calichef, That sounds scrumpteous..but would you make it for me ?it sounds like a lot of work ..lol
Hazelnut Oil
MMMMMMM Calichef, That sounds scrumpteous..but would you make it for me ?it sounds like a lot of work ..lol
Hazelnut Oil
Floretbroc, I think you have hit the nail on the head! Any chance you can share that recipe?Though the other suggestions sound good to ME ...you would not believe how picky of an eater he is! Makes me crazy REALLY CRAZY!!! Thanks everyone for your suggestions !
What to do when faced with fairly inedible party food?
I always ask the hostess if I can bring something. So most of the time I know I will like at least ONE thing there. Even though to ME the food is a very important part of a party I host , really it's about the company and I am as social as they come
Question of the Day: Gas, electric, other?
I had a mixture of gas and electric over the years and I long for a gas stove again. Easier to control the heat and I totally agree with the level burners thing. This makes me CRAZY! Not to mention when you get a midnight hankering for a smore' you just can't beat a marshmellow cooked on a fork over your burner.
BTW, CORYCM WILL YOU MARRY ME?!?
What is your favorite (quick and easy) breakfast food?
Whole wheat bagel with Peanut butter and sometimes banana.
Raleigh Durham area serious eats, any recommendations?
oops sorry ...should have read the no italian..but this is soooo good and not traditional italian
Possiblity of contamination of coumarin in cinnamon?
You can buy real organic Ceylon cinnamon at Amazon. You don't have to go around the world and pay through your nose to get the product. A company in California will ship you the product right away. I found this on the web
http://www.indusorganics.com/camparison.php
check the amazon.com
just search for organic Ceylon cinnamon at Amazon.com or click on this link
http://www.amazon.com/s/ref=nb_ss?url=search-alias%3Daps&field-keywords=organic+ceylon+cinnamon&x=0&y=0
On Tagging Yourself a 'Foodie'
Oh - and my personalized plate - it addition to donating funds to national parks - is my dog's name. :-\
On Tagging Yourself a 'Foodie'
If I encountered a "foodie" plate I would likely chuckle. I don't see anything negative about the term. How else does one differentiate from those who care little about what they eat (they eat because they have to, not because they love to) and those of us who actively seek out local and/or organic foods, support our local farmers, take cooking classes and read cookbooks? There's them that care about their food and them that don't. Nothing wrong with them that don't, but well - how else would you succinctly describe the difference?
Question of the Day: Gas, electric, other?
@perkymac - Oh, how I wish to have those days back - No, menopause is far behind me - but still, I did love the telltale signs clip! Thanks for the laugh!
Question of the Day: Gas, electric, other?
I have a gas range and prefer it to electric.
Question of the Day: Gas, electric, other?
always had gas until 2 years ago. i hate my electric stove. the first time i used the oven my mit touched the element and burst into flames. freaked me out. thank god the sink is close. in the new house i'm going gas. the only thing i like about the electric is the self clean oven.
Question of the Day: Gas, electric, other?
I grew up cooking on gas. Then I moved out of NY.
In Colorado I was forced to cook on electric due to the lack of natural gas available. OMG, was that ever miserable. No one cooks on glowing coils by choice. And just try to roast a pepper without gas burners!
In FL, same thing - Only electric available in most homes. BF had a glass cook top which was only slightly less obnoxious than the glowing coils.
Now we are in Atlanta and I'm thrilled to say, the new house has natural gas! In my Christmas card was an IOU for one of these. (Closing on the house is 1/9.) What do you think is the first thing I'm going to do?
Roast peppers on the burners.
Question of the Day: Gas, electric, other?
@homesicktexan~I've never seen you here before! I love your blog and I'm with you you on the homesick!
Question of the Day: Gas, electric, other?
@bareneed ~ HRT time????
SIGNS THAT YOU MIGHT BE EXPERIENCING MENOPAUSE
* You sell your home heating system at a yard sale. (Hot flashes)
* The person you sleep with complains about snow piling up on the bed. (Nightsweats)
* Your husband jokes that instead of buying a wood stove, he is using you to heat the family room this winter. Rather than just saying you are not amused, you shoot him. (Mood swings)
* You write post-it notes with your kid's names on them. (Memory loss)
* Your husband chirps, "Hi honey, I'm home." and you reply, "Well, if it isn't Ozzie f*cking Nelson". (Irritability)
* The phenobarbital dose that wiped out the Heaven's Gate Cult gives you four hours of decent rest. (Sleeplessness)
* You find Guacamole in your hair after a Mexican dinner. (Fatigue)
* You change your underwear after every sneeze. (Mild incontinence)
* You need Jaws Of Life to help you out of your car after returning home from an Italian restaurant. (Sudden weight gain)
Just sayin'..........*_*
Question of the Day: Gas, electric, other?
I grew up on electric, currently have gas, but prefer induction. Ever since I was pregnant several years back, the smell of gas ovens makes me nauseous. My father has had 2 induction stoves in the past 6 or so years -- he left the older induction stove when he sold the house I grew up in, and bought a new one when he moved into a condo.
It took a little getting used to, since I do not cook with oil, but I learned to love it. It's so easy to clean.
Question of the Day: Gas, electric, other?
I would love a gas stove, but I had to get rid of mine because of the excessive heat it would generate in my small kitchen. I would have to open a window (even in the dead of Winter) but the window was situated such that it would make the flames flicker! If I was cooking a large meal and using all the burners, my face would be redder than a fire truck - so, I find my ceramic topped electric stove does a fine job and helps keep me cooler.
Question of the Day: Gas, electric, other?
Has to be gas...besides, that flame sure does come in handy when there are no matches around.
Question of the Day: Gas, electric, other?
I also grew up with electric burners, but my grandparents had gas, and I used to be fascinated by it:-). While I never had a problem cooking on electric burners (nor did my Mum), ever since I started using gas (probably 12 years or so), I've been really enjoying it. It would probably be hard for me to go back to electric burners at this point. Now, induction cook top is something I'd really like to have.
Question of the Day: Gas, electric, other?
I grew up with electric but have had gas for many years now. I much prefer gas. You can go from High to Simmer immediately. The only down side to it is super low heat, but I've circumvented that by using the grate of another burner on top of the one in use.
I spend a lot of time at a friend's house that has electric only. It's always a pain to cook because I can't gauge, by site, the temperature I'm cooking at, and my low isn't necessarily theirs.
Question of the Day: Gas, electric, other?
I have such a small kitchen that removing the gas to go with a smooth top electric made so much more sense. I had a gas oven in college and never really liked the way that things turned out, but if I could (and if I had the money at the time of getting the new range) I would go duel- fuel. There's a kitchenaid range that has a gas cooktop with grates that go across the entire surface, which would really appeal to me since you could still set a bunch of stuff on top of it. Pout.
Question of the Day: Gas, electric, other?
gas all the way. i've never felt comfortable cooking on electric burners.
Question of the Day: Gas, electric, other?
I grew up with electric and we always wanted gas, but it wasn't really economically or physically feasible. Now, in my apartment, I have 2 gas burners which are FANTASTIC. I wish I had more but eh, I'd rather have 2 gas than 2 electric
Question of the Day: Gas, electric, other?
I have a dual fuel Dacor range that fits in the 30" space in my kitchen, and I love it. It also needs a diffuser to simmer at low temps, but the gas cooktop and electric (and convection) oven are super. It was a big transition from the barebones electric cheapo I had before, but I hope to never go back. There are newer models now made by a number of mfrs. that are cheaper; my range was the newest thing in 2003. I also love the new, more powerful hood needed with it--anytime you have more BTUs you need careful ventilation. I was tempted by one of the big 6-burners but they are space hogs, needed an even bigger hood, and realistically, I manage quite well with four burners and one oven, supplemented by the microwave oven and a dandy toaster/convection countertop oven.
What's your favorite soup?
We have a Thai place nearby and I always get the Tom Ka Gai soup . . . so satisfying! I made some homemade with relative success last year, may try again.
Question of the Day: What's the best cheese for your grilled cheese sandwich?
I had a daycare for 28 years, tried everything on those kiddies but their favorite was american. Adults, like to try it with their favorite cheese. I like monterey jack the best. But tomato soup to dunk is the best.
Question of the Day: What's the best cheese for your grilled cheese sandwich?
You haven't had a grilled cheese sandwich until you have had one with smoked gouda. I even make them at work. Toast your bread in the toaster and put butter on it. Lay gouda on the buttered side and top with other buttered side facing cheese. Put in microwave for 30 seconds and you have a delightful grilled cheese sandwich. Now at home of course I put in in a frying pan and I like mine burnt also. And it is heaven dipped in tomato soup. If you have never had gouda it is the best.
What is your favorite (quick and easy) breakfast food?
Toasted English muffin, scrambled egg in the microwave, a little cheese.
Yogurt with granola and dried fruit.
Oatmeal. *wry smile* I keep frozen fruit and lots of spices on hand, so that helps.
A Carnation Instant Breakfast, peanut butter, banana, and milk smoothie.
Cottage cheese with a banana and toast.
Hard-boiled egg and toast.
Frozen waffles/pancakes with peanut butter and honey.
Cheese toast with a side of fruit.
Scrambled egg and cheese wraps (with or without breakfast meat - precooking breakfast meats help!)
I've been experimenting with breakfast egg muffins - sort of like breakfast casserole, but made in a muffin tin and frozen and reheated. I'm not quite happy with it yet, but I think I'm close!
What is your favorite (quick and easy) breakfast food?
I like peanut butter on a whole grain waffle with banana slices. I've also spread cream cheese on a wheat tortilla, topped with banana slices, cinammon, and little bit of sugar. Mixing different fruits in my cereal keeps me from getting too bored with it. :O)
What is your favorite (quick and easy) breakfast food?
Smoothie -
1 banana
1/2c cottage cheese
1/2c yogurt
2-3tbsp water or milk
1/4-1/2c berries (frozen works great!)
1tsp honey
1 tsp ground flax
Blend, toss in a travel mug, and enjoy :-)
What is your favorite (quick and easy) breakfast food?
smoothie with banana, strawberries or other fruit, milk or juice and a tablespoon of Ovaltine or malted milk powder
cottage cheese with pineapple
occasionally yogurt with flax seed meal; I'll try it with honey some time...
waffle with butter and a bit of cinnamon and sugar
The next time you make pancakes, freeze leftovers, and you have a quick way to prepare and eat them!
toast with: apple butter, peanut butter, cinnamon and sugar, jam, honey
with a banana on the side
and when I have to force myself to eat (no appetite because of medical conditions and meds)...I go with a nutritional supplement. Sometimes it's easier to drink than eat something, especially when you just feel you can't. Meal replacements are also convenient and portable. I like Carnation instant breakfast (all flavors) and Ensure (chocolate is my favorite, not a fan of vanilla, and strawberry is pretty good. Has anyone used the Butter Pecan before? If so, is it worth buying?
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My "desk" is often the dashboard of my ambulance.Sometimes I manage to make it to the back bumper and on a really good day I can sometimes catch a few minutes to sit at an actual table in the hospital break room or one of the Fire Stations we run out of. Many of my co-workers live on fast food (and it shows) but there are days even the time to grab that is non-existent. I personally have gotten to the point where I can't stand fast food and view it as something to eat out of desperation. I started packing my lunch (actually all 3 meals as we work 12 hr shifts) when I vowed to shed some pounds but quickly realized that It also made it much easier to actually FIND time to eat because I could grab something out of my lunchbox between calls. For this reason I pack lots of grab and go things like fruits,veggies, cheese, crackers,and yogurt. I ususally have one "meal" item that is often left overs or big salad with protien on it. When I work night shift I sometimes cook a real meal before work and bring it in for my partner and I to share. It's a bit of work but its a nice break if we get a chance to eat it.