The Official What's For Dinner thread:Thursday 1-24-08? Recipe finder in OP. Enjoy!

[HERSEY]

Well morning everyone! I would say "good" morning but I would be lying. The storm has arrived. School is cancelled so one person should be happy in this house. Good thing I went to the store last night.

I will take it slow and steady the salt trucks have been around. If you have a spare prayer say one or two for the people who have to been in this stuff all day , Firemen and Police.

I'll be fine, I say as far away from stupid people as I can.

Sheryl, Kathy and Loreli I hope you all are feeling better with each day.

Lindsay Good luck today and have fun. The movie I like with Antonio is the one where he is the dance instructor for troubled kids I forget the name.

Ok off to get ready for the frozen tundra

 

[Nancyg56]

Well morning everyone! I would say "good" morning but I would be lying. The storm has arrived. School is cancelled so one person should be happy in this house. Good thing I went to the store last night.

I will take it slow and steady the salt trucks have been around. If you have a spare prayer say one or two for the people who have to been in this stuff all day , Firemen and Police.

Prayers said. Please be careful, ice is treacherous!

 

[THE HAT]

Morning all--I missed yesterday....I will try to catch up later this afternoon...those who are still under the weather I do hope this passes quickly for you all!! No fun being sick during the holidays!

It is 2* here right now and we have freezing rain and snow in the forecast for the evening commute...I already told Ross he might not get to karate because I will not drive in it if I don't have to. During the daylight hours it is one thing, but once the sun sets it is even tougher to do!

I have a Dr appt at 8:30 and a hair appt for 10am...that pretty much takes care of my day.
Supper tonight will be Shepards Pie...Kris' fav and so perfect for a day like this...(plus it uses up my potatos in the cupboard)

Last night we went out to Ruby Tuesday's with the inlaws.

 

[FormrCastMbr]

Janice, prayers said for all that have to be out in that horrible weather. I also wish you not to have to deal with stupid people.

Lindsay, Have fun. I wouldn't really make too big of a deal about Sat. They are in young love...remember those days? In the future, you can say something like...you guys were so smitten with one another, it was like we weren't even around...

I have been on an eating frenzy since we have been back from WDW so I need to get back on track as best I can during Xmas, so we are having grilled chicken and salad...I may do a piece of fish for me.

Have a great day all!

 

[HERSEY]

I made it in to work. It wasn't too bad just walking to and from the car. No valet here. Talk to you all later.

Wendie Be careful tonight

 

[shovan]

Morning Y'all,

Prayers for all of you running around on snow & icy streets!

I haven't decided WFD yet. I'll have to go dig in the freezer & see what interests me.

My girl made to school this morning, her tummy is better, but she sounds all stuffy again. My throat is still hurting & I'm really tired. DH didn't come in til almost midnight & Alexis was awake at 5:30 this morning. In fact, I think I'm gonna go lay down & see if I can catch a few more zzz's.

Lindsay, Have a fun chick flick day!

I hope Kathy's dr. takes good care of her & gives her some meds to get her well fast!

Loreli, How are you feeling?

Lauren, Please let's not talk about diets!!!!

Have a good day friends!

 

[TheBeadPirate]

Hello peeps!
Lori Thanks for the card I'm still working on mine. Perhaps you will get it after Christmas.

Also his teachers maybe going on strike this week too.

Well gals, I gotta tell you I cheated on the cards. I bought them in Detroit and worked on them while I was waiting to transcribe Rick's work cards. So I got paid to fill them out too! And all of Rick's customers are gonna think he has girly handwriting.

Oh, and A-man....don't get excited if they end up on strike- you'll prolly have to make all those days up at the end of the year or over Spring Break.

Here's my question: suppose she says something like, "That was so much fun. We defintely need to do that again soon. When do you guys want to go back?"


She may not even bring it up tomorrow. I will just have to wait and see. Any advice? Also, what do I say in the event she asks, "I was just curious. Was something wrong on Saturday?"

Do I lie?? How do you answer that one?

I finally gotta chime in now. Please don't lie. Just be honest. "well, I kinda felt left out on Saturday since I'm not into the same geek stuff as the three of you are and as much as I like you I'm not really into cuddling in the car with you either." That may get the basic point across if she says anything.

And as far as when you want to do it again... "Maybe after things settle down from the Holidays. It's just so hectic this time of the year." Gives them time to get used to each other(and that "new car smell" to wear off) and time for you (and Scott) to re-evaluate if you want to try again.

I read your's and Nancy's stories and felt for ya. When Paul and I started dating(we worked together before) we went out with another newly formed couple. When they got in the car and he sat down next to her and said "gee your hair smells good." I lost it. Completely lost it and started into hysterical laughter. Couldn't help it- sounded like a shampoo commercial. I turned around in the seat once I regained my composure and told them since we knew both of them from before them dating I would be glad to tell them when they were being stupid- and if I heard one more thing that sounded like it should be in a commercial they'd be walking.

Lori, You're lucky I didn't see your invite before Bob left! I would have had to come over & eaten your prime rib!

I hope he brought you left overs at least. Tonight is leftover Morton's ribeye and sweet potatoes and the last piece of birthday cake.

I may have to celebrate again just for more cake (and I'm not really a sweets kinda person)

 

[Aimeedyan]

We're having manicotti tonight - it's a new recipe from an old Kraft magazine I found on my shelf. Sounds yummy!

 

[nucpharm29]

Hello all. Tonight is gonna be some Zatarains Jambalaya and skillet cornbread (if I remember this time ) I did manage to get the "out of town" gifts wrapped and boxed for shipping last night. Now, I just have to brave the post office--which I'm sure I'll postpone for at least another day or so. Hoping my xmas cards arrive today so I can get started on them as well. I just got back from the grocery store with loads of baking supplies, but not much in the way of "real food". DH is gonna die when he sees the bill and still has to get takeout this week, cuz I didn't buy anything to eat!

Kathy--Um, Taco Bell???? Poor, poor child--give her a little knock on the head from me!

Hope those dealing with the icy mess are doing okay. It was almost 7 years ago to the day that we had our first of 2 major ice storms here (the 2nd coming the week before my wedding ) and I know what havoc the ice brings!

 

[shovan]

I finally gotta chime in now. Please don't lie. Just be honest. "well, I kinda felt left out on Saturday since I'm not into the same geek stuff as the three of you are and as much as I like you I'm not really into cuddling in the car with you either." That may get the basic point across if she says anything.

And as far as when you want to do it again... "Maybe after things settle down from the Holidays. It's just so hectic this time of the year." Gives them time to get used to each other(and that "new car smell" to wear off) and time for you (and Scott) to re-evaluate if you want to try again.

I read your's and Nancy's stories and felt for ya. When Paul and I started dating(we worked together before) we went out with another newly formed couple. When they got in the car and he sat down next to her and said "gee your hair smells good." I lost it. Completely lost it and started into hysterical laughter. Couldn't help it- sounded like a shampoo commercial. I turned around in the seat once I regained my composure and told them since we knew both of them from before them dating I would be glad to tell them when they were being stupid- and if I heard one more thing that sounded like it should be in a commercial they'd be walking.


I hope he brought you left overs at least. Tonight is leftover Morton's ribeye and sweet potatoes and the last piece of birthday cake.

I may have to celebrate again just for more cake (and I'm not really a sweets kinda person)

Lindsay, Leave it up to Lori to find a great & humorous way to handle things!!!

Lori, The man didn't bring home a morsel for his poor wife who sat at home waiting for him!!!

 

[TheBeadPirate]

Lindsay, Leave it up to Lori to find a great & humorous way to handle things!!!

Lori, The man didn't bring home a morsel for his poor wife who sat at home waiting for him!!!

Shame on him! He could have at least stopped off and brought you a sundae or something from the drive thru! (I'm so easily pleased obviously!)

Tell him he better be good, Santa hasn't brought him that Aquos yet!

 

[OKWMom]

Hi everyone.

Sheryl - Glad to see you posting with more frequency. I hope this means you are finally well or really close to it. I can't believe Bob didn't return with ANYTHING for you. If that were Kenny, it would cost him.

Prayers for all friends affected by the ice storms. Please be careful. It terrifies me to think of driving in snow, I cannot imagine driving in ice. It is hard for me to imagine your temps right now. I just got out of my car and had to run the A/C. It is warmer than normal, but for goodness sakes, I'm sweating in December. But then again, it could just be my hormones.

Tonight I'm finally going to make the chops. Still haven't decided how yet. I also want to preview a new recipe for scalloped potatoes so I can decide which recipe to make for Christmas.

Have a great day everyone!

Gretchen

 

[zipuzee]

Hi all -
I might actually be able to start posting WFD again, now that there's someone home beside me! DD returned from college for the holiday break so I'll actually do meals instead of just digging thru the pantry or fridge. Tonight we are having stuffed pork chops, corn on the cob and salad.

I hope everyone dealing with ice and snow has save travels and stays warm. Like Kathy said earlier, we are dealing with record heat. Its been hot and the humidity is at 100% which makes lots of wet and fog!

Also hope that everyone that's not feeling well gets better soon

Lindsay - I've enjoyed the SMK stories. This may come too late since you are spending today with Robin, but if she asks, I'd say let her know that you really felt left out. I think you could do it diplomatically by saying that you know they are enjoying new romance, but you felt hurt by being ignored. I would say that traveling with them would be better in a few months when the newness of their relationship wears a bit.

 

[THE HAT]

Goood afternoon my friends...a quick check in....no word yet on how Kathy is feeling...hmmmm, I hope this means she is resting!!

I just realized we leave in 4 days.....Holy Moly...I am pretty much packed, but there is still a ton of things to get done. I have to go through the shoes I packed and make sure I am happy with all choices, I need to Iron all the long sleeve/pants we are taking, ( I have put this off as we have been wearing them) and I do need to do socks/underwear packing as well.
This is such a busy week as well..(though I did tell them at school that I would see them after the 1st, so that is one less thing to deal with).Today I had 2 appts, tomorrow I have 1 (unless it is still Icy then I will cancel) Thursday I have to run to the store for last min things for what we are taking in the truck down with us, I also have to go to the bakery to pick up some goodies for Friday night(my wrist can't handle mixing to bake right now AND I don't have the time). Friday I have a nail appt, and then my gram is coming here for the afternoon, before we go to my inlaws to exchange gifts and visit. Sat, the dog will go to the boarders amd Ross will go to karate, while Kris and I pack up the truck, they will get haircuts and then we have a christmas party we have to stop in at for a bit on Sat from 1-2 before we hit the road...I know it will all come together and work out but at this moment it sure doesn't feel like it!

Lori--I hope that the card didn't upset you, not my intention at all. Ross loves you dearly, and is a very sensitive kid, (which takes people by surprise as he is so big, and such a jock) he was in tears for you all, and when he saw the card he just went right over and signed it and then walked away. Not a word to me, lol.
I put your numbers into my cell, so that is all set! I am really looking forward to getting together!

Sheryl--I am happy to hear that Alexis is feeling a bit better with her tummy!

Janice--glad to know you made it in to work ok..let us know when you get home!

Lindsey--let us know how it went today with Robin...I didn't get a chance to post in time, but my suggestion was along the lines of Lori's...if asked if anything was wrong just say, it wasn't what you thought it would be, but that it has been awhile since you were in the "new" love stage, and that it was just an awkward left out feeling you had.
On making plans again, well hey you have the holidays to blame and just say "let's look into it after the first of the year" Take it as it comes, be honest without, being brunt.
I am sure you two had a fun day watching your films!!

Ok the bus is on the way with Ross..where the heck did the day go?!!? I must get something done!!

 

[TigerKat]

Hi y'all,

I'm back from the Dr. with a trio of meds already pumped into me. I've got a nasty case of the crud that's going around. Looks like I'll be taking it easy for the next few days.

I'm so sad , I went searching through my vacation pics to find the one of Gretchen & I to post and it along with a block of 8 others are missing. As y'all know I'm no camera wiz but how can you lose a group of pictures?

WFD will be whatever junk Kyle decides to get for himself. Hopefully I'll be able to hold down a piece of toast.

Prayers for all who are out in the nasty weather.

 

[shovan]

Kathy, Glad your doc took care of you! Hope it works quickly!

Wendie, Hang on soon you'll be out of the ice & into a warm & Happy place!!!!

Gretchen & Lori, I can't be too mad at my DH. He had to eat plenty cause the boss ordered wine & Bob was driving. And it's been many years since he's been able to go out on his own at all & without me (to help in & out of the car) so I have to cut him some slack! I tried to pout last night so he'd realize he should have brought me something, but then I just got too excited hearing all about the meal to act grumpy!

 

[Glynis]

Robin is off today and is coming over here. We are watching eye candy movies all day: The Rock (Nicholas Cage, Ed Harris, and the all sexy Sean Connery!!), Mobsters (She wants me to see it since I like McDreamy, hee hee!), Original Sin (Antonio Banderas and one HOT sex scene, a-woo-hoo!!), and a few others. We won't get them all watched, be we have a collection to chose from.

Anyway, I am making Rachael Ray's ravioli lasagna for us today

WFD at your house?

Is the ravioli lasagna recipe posted? Sounds yummy! Have fun with the eye candy!

I must say, I never really got the McDreamy thing. I don't watch Gray's. However, when I saw him in Enchanted, I GOT IT! Yes, I could handle those eyes looking at me! Woohoo!

 

[Glynis]

Lindsay Good luck today and have fun. The movie I like with Antonio is the one where he is the dance instructor for troubled kids I forget the name.

I love this movie!!! So different than what I thought it would be!

Take care in the ice!

 

[Glynis]

No cooking for me tonight! We are going out to a Mexican place to celebrate my SIL's 40th birthday. Hooray for no cooking!

 

[liamandcaili]

Janice -- One year, I sent my Christmas cards out for Groundhog's Day. Last year, I didn't get them out at all. This year isn't looking good so far either. That's why I didn't add my name to your card list.

Lindsay -- I hope you had a nice visit today. Like everyone else has said, give your SKs time. New couples have the tendency to drift in and out of private moments in public company. It will get better.

I hope everyone is starting to feel better! There are some nasty bugs making the rounds.

Here's where we ate and what we ate while in Disney:

Rose and Crown -- appetizers: smoked salmon (this was more like a mousse than the traditional smoked salmon slices with cream cheese and capers) and a mushroom dish. The smoked salmon was delicious. The mushrooms were okay. Everyone had fish and chips for an entree. This was very good, and the kids loved it. Even better, we were seated at the two best tables to view Illuminations. Dad was so impressed, he asked us to make a reservation there again a few nights later. (Same food, without the mushrooms).

Raglan Road -- appetizers: smoked salmon (traditional) and fried calamari. I thought the coating on the calamari was undercooked. Entrees: fish and chips, shepherd's pie and chicken and mushroom pot pie. The fish and chips was good. The fish was very fresh. Dad did not like his shepherd's pie because it was not what he was expecting. The potato top was molded and soft rather than crispy and brown. The meat was nicely flavored though. Becky thought her pot pie was okay, but much too large.

Shark's Grill (at SeaWorld) -- no appetizers. Entrees were grouper served with a sweet potato cake, red snapper with creamed spinach, sea scallops in a cream sauce, and salmon with a spicy butter sauce and poblano mashed potatoes. I had the salmon thinking maybe Caili would eat some of it. She didn't, and I wished I hadn't ordered it because it was completely overcooked. Dad and BIL had the grouper, which they didn't like because it was overpowered by the coating on it. They did like the sweet potato cake. Becky's snapper was very good. Mom had the sea scallops, and she ate them all before anyone else could taste them. Overall, we were very disappointed, especially since we had an excellent meal here two years ago. We all agreed that we wouldn't go back, but we will definitely return to SeaWorld.

O'Hana -- Character breakfast. This was fun, just like last year. Foods included a basket of sweet bread (Caili ate most of this), eggless waffles for Liam, regular waffles for the rest of us, biscuits, scrambled eggs, hash browns, bacon and sausage. Everything was tasty, but the overall favorite was the juice. It was a blend --guava, papaya and orange, I think...we all had four glasses!

Jiko -- Just me, Beck and BIL. Appetizers: Taste of Africa (a bread sampler with three sauces. We all liked the red curry-type sauce the best), a chanterelle soup with truffle cream (YUM!), a green salad with watermelon salsa (refreshing, and more importantly...GREEN), and BIL got some meaty thing that I don't remember. For an entree, we shared the black cod in vegetables of the moment because we were still stuffed from our not as satisfying meal at Sharks Grill. I would definitely return to Jiko.

California Grill -- As usual, it was delicious. Appetizers: Spicy Sensation sushi rolls; mushroom and gorgozola cheese flatbread; angus beef, pommes frites and carmelized onion flatbread; foie gras and a quail dish. The last two combined for BIL's entree. Becky and I both had the petite chicken with gnocchi and root vegetables; Dad had the veal (which wasn't the same as he gets at home, so he was disappointed), and Mom had the pork tenderloin. I liked the chicken, but I don't think I would get it again. I mostly ordered it because I wanted to drink red wine, but I didn't want any of the meatier choices. I really enjoyed the flatbreads and the sushi, although next time, even though you are supposed to eat the whole thing at once, I am taking smaller bites.

Counter service we visited: Cosmic Rays (MK) -- NEVER AGAIN!!; the sandwich shop in France -- very nice fruit and cheese plate, tasty; Tangerine Cafe (EPCOT) -- tasty; Germany's Biergarten -- not good.

After Cosmic Ray's bellybomb, we vowed we will never eat in MK again.

Okay, thanks for reading. Tonight, I was lazy and didn't go to the store, so I am making some kind of pasta. I better get moving on that.