The What's For Dinner Thread - August '09(recipe index in OP)

[OKWMom]

Nancy please

Will do. It may take a day or two for me to get it to the post office but I'll send them this week.

Lori - Good to see you, as always.

Vickie - Happy Birthday to the boy!!!

Glynis - I can't believe the baby is 9 months already! Time flies.

Ann - Any word on the van?

Laura - I love the goat story, but I feel horrible for laughing at that child's predicament. I still laughed, but I felt bad about it.

Sheryl - Glad you managed.

Janice - No deal. I know what you're doing. Some of these women have no idea how much it costs to feed a teenage boy. I, however, know all too well.

We're having a hard week, so please excuse me for forgetting most of you and being sort of out of it. We now have Dad on oxygen and he is getting more and more confused. However, we did have some time alone together this weekend and he told me goodbye. The doctor said he is now on his downward spiral and it will only be a matter of time. Honestly, I'm praying for sooner rather than later. He has said he is ready to go.

 

[zipuzee]

We're having a hard week, so please excuse me for forgetting most of you and being sort of out of it. We now have Dad on oxygen and he is getting more and more confused. However, we did have some time alone together this weekend and he told me goodbye. The doctor said he is now on his downward spiral and it will only be a matter of time. Honestly, I'm praying for sooner rather than later. He has said he is ready to go.

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I know how difficult these next days will be and will pray for a quick passing.

 

[NEVERENOUGHWDW]

Gretchen, my prayers continue.

 

[FormrCastMbr]

quick check in...bbl

Gretchen, I am so sad about your Dad. He is in my prayers along with you and your family. Cancer sucks in plain english!

 

[liamandcaili]

I'll trade you 1 kid and 1 dog for 1 unemployed husband. Deal?

An hour long camp video??

I'm backing out on the sale of the boy & the dog, so that you may consider it!

I think Aimee wants the deal more, so I will rescind my offer. It sounds like a two-for-one deal anyway, and I can't take the dog.

We're having a hard week.

I'm praying he finds peace quickly.

Dinner tonight is chicken wings, grilled curried sweet potatoes, green beans and a caprese salad.

 

[TheBeadPirate]

We're having a hard week, so please excuse me for forgetting most of you and being sort of out of it. We now have Dad on oxygen and he is getting more and more confused. However, we did have some time alone together this weekend and he told me goodbye. The doctor said he is now on his downward spiral and it will only be a matter of time. Honestly, I'm praying for sooner rather than later. He has said he is ready to go.

Have a Diet Coke and a smile. It's good to "see" you too.

 

[TigerKat]

Kathy, how is Kyle adjusting?

He's doing well! He's really excited today, he was invited to an informal get together with some of the baseball players this evening. He is in the process of learning the value of a $ and managing his money.

Morning Y'all,
We had our first real test of getting DH & A out of the door this morning on my own. No aide & no DD, but We did it! Alexis is usually really pokey & slow in the mornings but she really came through this morning!

I can't decide if I'm cooking something now or will get DD to do a drivethru on our way home from the dr. I have a late appt for xrays & then the doc. I'm hoping I'm released to drive without that darned collar!

You must be very proud of Alexis for her very mature behavior this morning. Glad things went well. Good thoughts and prayers for your attp this afternoon.

OK!

I'm home for a couple of days.

Glad to have you home even if it's only for a few days!!!

We're having a hard week, so please excuse me for forgetting most of you and being sort of out of it. We now have Dad on oxygen and he is getting more and more confused. However, we did have some time alone together this weekend and he told me goodbye. The doctor said he is now on his downward spiral and it will only be a matter of time. Honestly, I'm praying for sooner rather than later. He has said he is ready to go.

This is such a very hard time for you and your family. I am praying for you all and PLEASE call me if you need anything or if you just need a shoulder.

 

[HERSEY]

Gretchen Alex would be useful to keep P doing his homework. I wish a peaceful passing for your dad . This is a rough time for you all.

Lori before you light up that stove make sure you didn't store anything in there . I had a small apartment and put my tupperware in the oven

Sheryl I hope you appt went well.

Vickie Happy birthday to The Boy

Tongiht Alex is with his dad and tomorrow is his first day back at school. He is soo excited

 

[TheBeadPirate]

Well it's going to be pork chops with creole mustard, grilled asparagus and twice baked potatoes. And Rick decided he wanted wine and I have prosecco. Thought I deserved it since I cleaned the stove (Including the oven!) and the fridge inside and out today!

 

[Disney Ron]

Gretchen, my heart ached when I read your post. I hope your Dad finds peace soon, I am so sorry you all are going through this like Lauren said cancer sucks.

 

[Disney Ron]

[ I had a small apartment and put my tupperware in the oven

Slow roasted tupperware do you care to share that recipe!!!

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DH is working late, so I prepared supper to eat when he gets home. Let me just say my house smells great with the perrogie casserole. Can't wait to dive in.

Gretchen, you asked about the van...we have not heard back from the dealer yet. But we also have the mentality that we are not in a rush and want to see what happens once inventory increases and business starts to die because clunker deal is over. I am so in love with the Toyota Sienna, fingers crossed someday soon I will be driving it.

 

[Disney Ron]

He's doing well! He's really excited today, he was invited to an informal get together with some of the baseball players this evening. He is in the process of learning the value of a $ and managing his money.

I am sure he will have a blast. Very valuable lessons to learn $$.

 

[Nancyg56]

Gretchen- My heart breaks for you and your family Remember that I am here if you need me. I pray for your Dad daily

Sheryl- YAY!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Alexis! What a grown up girl she is!

Maria- good news about Leona! How is Miss Lily lately?

Kat- I am so glad that Kyle is adjusting and having a good time! It makes missing him easier I think

Lori- Hi there, you kitchen cleaning wild woman! You sure do deserve that wine!

Dinner changed. Buddy has an appointment so we decided to have leftovers this evening so that he did not need to work around me cookin. Translation: Buddy wants a sandwich!

 

[bigmerle1966]

Howdy people's! Busy, busy, busy getting ready for programs to start next week. This week we are in training today, tomorrow and Thursday.

Dinner this week will be whatever holds still long enough for me to eat it!

 

[HERSEY]

I forgot to say it's spaghetti and meatballs for dinner.

I am in search of a recipe I found and made a while ago for my fav Thai dish but I didn't post it here and now I can't find it Hopefully I find it before I make a mess of my house.

 

[NEVERENOUGHWDW]

Never made it to the store for fish....
Went to the Jewish deli......hot pastrami & turkey sandwiches, knishes & pickles.

Nan, Lily is better. We go for a recheck Friday.

Lori, enjoy your wine.....Welcome Back!

Ann, that casserole sounds great.

I ordered some Amish cookbooks & they came today. Going to try one of the desserts tomorrow night.
Lots of casseroles, soups & desserts. Perfect for winter. Ever since I started reading Beverly Lewis books I've been interested in some of the foods she writes about.

 

[Disney Ron]

Dinner was very good, quick and easy which I love.

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Toyota dealer just left a message on our machine.

 

[HERSEY]

Eurika I found it I'm posting it here for safe keeping and in case anyone else wants to try it. It is really good.

Thai Noodles With Curried Ground Beef Sauce Recipe #133442
40 min | 15 min prep

SERVES 4
1 bunch romaine lettuce
1 lb fresh rice noodles (these are not dried noodles, they're sold pre-cut in about 1/4-inch strips, or in sheets you can cut)
4 tablespoons black soy sauce
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1 lb ground beef
3 tablespoons garlic, chopped
2 tablespoons curry powder
1 onion, chopped
3 cups cherry tomatoes, cut in half
1/2 teaspoon ground pepper
2 (14 1/2 ounce) cans chicken broth
1/2 cup cornstarch
3/4 cup water

Seasoning ingredients
2 tablespoons black soy sauce
2 tablespoons fish sauce
4 tablespoons light soy sauce
1 tablespoon salt
3 tablespoons brown sugar
3 tablespoons rice vinegar

Condiment
sambal oelek

1.Clean and cut lettuce into bite size pieces. Keep refrigerated until ready to use.
2.Separate noodles into strands and stir-fry in heated non-stick wok or skillet. Add 4 tbsp black soy sauce, and stir until noodles become brown and a little crispy on the bottom. Remove to a bowl, and set aside.
3.Heat oil in the same wok, and sauté garlic until aromatic. Add ground beef and stir to break up meat and brown it. Add curry powder and ground pepper. Mix well until beef is done. Add chopped onion and tomatoes. Stir well and saute about 5 minutes with the beef mixture.
4.Add chicken broth to beef mixture and add seasoning ingredients. Taste and adjust for proper balance of sweet/sour/salty.
5.Mix cornstarch and water, and make a slurry. In a slow stream, add slurry to broth in pan, stirring constantly to keep it from getting lumpy. Boil until the sauce is thickened. Lower heat and simmer a few minutes.
6.To serve, place lettuce on plates. Put noodles on the lettuce. Put a scoop of beef sauce on top of the noodles, sprinkle with ground pepper and a little bit of Sambal oelek.

 

[HERSEY]

Maria I am glad Lilly is doing better. Has the vet said what it was?

 

[NEVERENOUGHWDW]

Maria I am glad Lilly is doing better. Has the vet said what it was?

She's not sure....I hope to have an answer Friday when we see her again. The steroids have really helped.
I wonder if she fell.....