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

[Glynis]

Good morning, everyone! Timothy is feeling much better, but like Nola, he has a monstrous cold! His nose is running and running! It doesn't seem to bother him, though.

Leslie's teacher is still being a bit of a pill. Luckily, the principal called me and we talked things through. He understands that the cough is not contagious, and promised to talk to the teacher. If all else fails, we'll move Leslie and Mary into another class. I told him I was very unhappy that the teacher would tell Leslie not to come to school. She should have contacted me, first, and not said something like that to a 7 year old!

Dinner tonight is up in the air. It depends on how everyone is feeling. I am thinking taco soup might hit the spot!

 

[Disney Ron]

Are you sure you are feeling ok? Love ya, and I am glad your freezer is gone.

my mind is mush, and who has time to proof read around here.

WFD- looked in my fever and took out chicken. Going to make some cutlets and have chicken parm subs and onion rings.

 

[NEVERENOUGHWDW]

Glad we have some feeling better & prayers to those still under the weather

Sheryl, Alexis really did a great job with all her make up tests! Congratulations Alexis!

HAPPY BIRTHDAY AIMEE!!!(I hope you feel much better today!!!!)

Becky, I love the recipes in that book but it also has the most beautiful photos. Makes you want to be in France!!! Love looking at it.

Gretchen, should we add for you Mom on the ressies? Give me a call & we'll work it all out...Please don't worry about it. It's your time to relax & share a glass of wine with all your friends!

Kat, should we work out who should bring what for Brenda's party?
I'm so happy for you. Kyle & the house, your on a roll girl!

Ellen, did you take some Tylenol? I'm so glad you also had the flu shot.....we need everyone to be healthy this winter. So wish you were joining us next month.

Dinner last night was left overs...tonight might be take out because I have a 3 o'clock hair appointment.
I have to share that yesterday I went to Walgreen's & got my flu shot! It was great! One form to fill out 10 minute wait & done. When my doctors told me they wouldn't have the regular shot until the middle of October that worried me. So the $24.99 made me feel much better.

Did I miss a post from Janice? I couldn't find anyhting

 

[EJ4Disney]

Happy Birthday Aimee!! I hope yourday is as special as you are and that you are feeling better.

I didn't make pizzas yesterday because Alexis came home with her tummy hurting. I'll make that today. I'm going to try my hand at sourdough pizza crust.

I need to crow about my littlest one, she's had nine tests/quizzes to make up due to her absence. Her lowest grade was a 95!!! She's doing really well, even with the spelling & reading. Now if we can just figure out why she finds homework to be such an awful chore, when the work seems easy enough for her.

I also like to ask for some good thought & prayers for Angelina today. I can't say much but it's for her possible business venture.

I sure hope your angel's tummy settles down and good for her on her make up work. That is outstanding!!
Prayers for Angelina are on the way.

Good morning, everyone! Timothy is feeling much better, but like Nola, he has a monstrous cold! His nose is running and running! It doesn't seem to bother him, though.

Leslie's teacher is still being a bit of a pill. Luckily, the principal called me and we talked things through. He understands that the cough is not contagious, and promised to talk to the teacher. If all else fails, we'll move Leslie and Mary into another class. I told him I was very unhappy that the teacher would tell Leslie not to come to school. She should have contacted me, first, and not said something like that to a 7 year old!

Dinner tonight is up in the air. It depends on how everyone is feeling. I am thinking taco soup might hit the spot!

So glad to hear Timothy is on the mend.
That teacher ought to be tar and feathered. What was she thinking telling Leslie that. I hope she gets here tail feathers plucked. Shame on her.

Ellen, did you take some Tylenol? I'm so glad you also had the flu shot.....we need everyone to be healthy this winter. So wish you were joining us next month.

Actually there for a while I thought maybe I was going to get to. I tried!! But there is something in the works with Matthew. I can't say yet (I don't want to jinx it) but I might have to use my vacation time to go to Virginia. We shall see. Someday my friend - someday.
I am so glad to hear you got your flu shot. Good for you.

Ann ~ I just couldn't resist. Love ya!!

Gretchen ~ It is so good to see you here my friend. You have been in my thoughts lately. Holding you very close. {{{HUGS}}}

 

[Aimeedyan]

Aimee - How are you feeling?

Blah. Thanks for asking

Aimee--looks like this system moved your way a bit overnight. Unfortunately, we are still getting rain too. Enough already!

What is the deal with this weather system? I woke to miserably drizzling weather again and they say it'll hang out for another day or two I have two pieces of furniture I really wanted to paint (with a sprayer) but can't if it won't clear out!

I also like to ask for some good thought & prayers for Angelina today. I can't say much but it's for her possible business venture.

Fingers crossed!!

Leslie's teacher is still being a bit of a pill. Luckily, the principal called me and we talked things through. He understands that the cough is not contagious, and promised to talk to the teacher. If all else fails, we'll move Leslie and Mary into another class. I told him I was very unhappy that the teacher would tell Leslie not to come to school. She should have contacted me, first, and not said something like that to a 7 year old!

Absolutely - completely unprofessional to comment to a 7 year old about that. I hope the principal is able to handle the situation without uprooting the girls.

I have to share that yesterday I went to Walgreen's & got my flu shot! It was great! One form to fill out 10 minute wait & done. When my doctors told me they wouldn't have the regular shot until the middle of October that worried me. So the $24.99 made me feel much better.

I need to go down there, too. Maybe tomorrow. It's great they are making it so accessible!



My iron infusion this morning went well, no reaction! They did dope me up on Benadryl so I feel blah (thanks to Crohns) and drunk AND we're having a big luncheon today with city leaders that I have to mingle at

If I start feeling better, we are planning to go out for sushi tonight. If I still feel like this, I'll order in chinese and veg and go out tomorrow or Saturday.

Thanks for all the birthday wishes

 

[zipuzee]

Happy Birthday Aimee!! Sorry you still aren't feeling well.

So many sick kiddos - I hope they all get better soon!

Morning y'all,

I also like to ask for some good thought & prayers for Angelina today. I can't say much but it's for her possible business venture.

You got it! Hope everything goes well!

Knock on wood...no fever this morning. I have more energy and feel a bit better. Thanks for the lecture to keep me in line!
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WFD -- ????? I need to look in the fever and see what I have.

Are you sure you are feeling ok? Love ya, and I am glad your freezer is gone.

Are your SURE you're feeling better?

My arm hurts this morning but the shot is done and for that I am happy. I am such a baby!

Ellen, did you take some Tylenol? I'm so glad you also had the flu shot.....we need everyone to be healthy this winter. So wish you were joining us next month.
Dinner last night was left overs...tonight might be take out because I have a 3 o'clock hair appointment.
I have to share that yesterday I went to Walgreen's & got my flu shot! It was great! One form to fill out 10 minute wait & done. When my doctors told me they wouldn't have the regular shot until the middle of October that worried me. So the $24.99 made me feel much better.

I'll get my flu shot next week. Our office building brings in nurses from one of the large hospital/medical groups here and the law firm I work for picks up the cost. So its really easy for me to get it. But I am a big chicken with needles!!

I have to stop at the grocery on my way home so dinner tonight will be rotisserie chicken, mashed potatoes and salad, courtesy of their deli!

 

[Disney Ron]

I have to share that yesterday I went to Walgreen's & got my flu shot! It was great! One form to fill out 10 minute wait & done. When my doctors told me they wouldn't have the regular shot until the middle of October that worried me. So the $24.99 made me feel much better.

Did I miss a post from Janice? I couldn't find anyhting
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Ron & I both got our flu shots at our recent Dr. appointment. My DM was worried because her Dr was not offering them till October either. Her and dad went to Walgreens for theirs too. I have been calling DS's pedi every other day. They do not have the flu shots in yet for children under 4. As soon as they have them I need to get him in for one. (EDIT) I just called they are finally in, he is scheduled for 9/28.

Are your SURE you're feeling better?

I have to stop at the grocery on my way home so dinner tonight will be rotisserie chicken, mashed potatoes and salad, courtesy of their deli!

Yes, feeling better thanks for asking. I took Luke on the deck for some fresh air and ended up washing my kitchen windows and french doors. I have my self cleaning oven on now also. DH yelled at me and told me not to push myself...it was the first burst of energy I have had all week.

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Happy Birthday Aimee!!!!!

Sheryl, sending prayers for Angelina's success!!! Way to go Alexis on make ups.

 

[shovan]

Tuesday night's dinner. These were 2 easy recipes I found hunting online that I thought should be shared. Dh said they should definitely go in the Do Again category!

Here's the recipe I used, with notes on any changes. Surprisingly for me, these to had very little Nanatizing done to them! I had everything ready to put together, when I couldn't find any capers, so I used calamata olives instead.

Salmon with Lemon, Capers, and Rosemary
Recipe courtesy Giada De Laurentiis

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Serves:
4 servings. Ingredients
•4 (6-ounce) salmon fillets
•1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
•1/2 teaspoon salt
•1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
•1 tablespoon minced fresh rosemary leaves
•8 lemon slices (about 2 lemons)
•1/4 cup lemon juice (about 1 lemon)
•1/2 cup Marsala wine (or white wine)
•4 teaspoons capers ( I used calamata olives)
•4 pieces of aluminum foil
Directions
Brush top and bottom of salmon fillets with olive oil and season with salt, pepper, and rosemary. Place each piece of seasoned salmon on a piece of foil large enough to fold over and seal. Top the each piece of salmon with 2 lemon slices, 1 tablespoon of lemon juice, 2 tablespoons of wine, and 1 teaspoon of capers. Wrap up salmon tightly in the foil packets.

Place a grill pan over medium-high heat or preheat a gas or charcoal grill. Place the foil packets on the hot grill and cook for 10 minutes for a 1-inch thick piece of salmon. Serve in the foil packets.

My notes: Preheated Gas Grill, turned temp control to medium. Placed one sheet of heavy duty aluminum foil on grill, placed salmon foil packet on top of that. I did one larger salmon fillet , it was probably about the size of three six ounce fillets. Definitely a do again recipe! Easy!

Fresh Green Beans, Fennel, and Feta Cheese

Servings: 4

"Fresh green beans and fresh fennel, cooked until crisp-tender are then briefly sautéed in extra-virgin olive oil, along with fresh basil and crumbled feta cheese."
Ingredients:
1 pound fresh green beans, trimmed
1 fennel bulb, cut into thin slices
1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil 2 tablespoons chopped fresh basil leaves
salt and pepper to taste
1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese

Directions:
1. Fill a saucepan half full with water and bring to a boil. Heavily salt water then add the green beans wait one minute and fennel slices; cook until just beginning to become tender, about 4 minutes. Pour into a colander to drain and run under cold water to stop the cooking process.
2. Return the empty pan to the stove and set heat to medium. Pour in the olive oil and let it heat for a minute. Return the green beans and fennel to the pan. Season with basil, salt, and pepper; cook and stir until coated and warm. Transfer to a serving dish and toss with feta cheese.

I only made one change to that one & it was to salt the water!

I served it with slices of grilled sourdough garlic bread. Yummy!

ps Sorry the pics are GINOURMOUS! Photobucket won't let me make them smaller. I've tried 3 times & they are still big. grrrrr

 

[Disney Ron]

Sheryl, those look right out of 'Gourmet' magazine. Very impressive! Thanks for sharing. I would have never thought of feta with beans, I may have to try that. I never buy fennel, but I always loved it when DM did. It has now been added to my shopping list.

 

[shovan]

Gretchen, should we add for you Mom on the ressies? Give me a call & we'll work it all out...Please don't worry about it. It's your time to relax & share a glass of wine with all your friends!

Maria, I left a message on your cell. I have adr's at Citrico's at 7:25 for 7 people, still booked! I also have Jiko for 4 although it's 15 minutes earlier than the one you booked. If Gretchen needs more & you can't change the ressies, we can do something with these. I was holding on to these just in case this situation came up!

 

[shovan]

Sheryl, those look right out of 'Gourmet' magazine. Very impressive! Thanks for sharing. I would have never thought of feta with beans, I may have to try that. I never buy fennel, but I always loved it when DM did. It has now been added to my shopping list.

Aren't you too nice! I was going to the cliche that "I'm no Martha Stewart" but here I think you'll understand if I say ... I'm no Becky!!
I don't buy fennel often, but everytime I do, it seems to be a memorable dish. These green beans tasted different than any I've done before, very light & had an italian flair. But my favorite fennel recipe is one I posted many times for halibut with fennel & grapefruit salsa. That's one I think really taste & looks gourmet!

 

[Disney Ron]

DH does not like salmon but halibutI may be able to talk him into...now just to come up with an idea how to hide grapefruit on him. I can hear it now why is there fruit in my food ...much to healthy for my neat and potatoes guy. I am off to find that recipe on our link.

 

[OKWMom]

Maria, I left a message on your cell. I have adr's at Citrico's at 7:25 for 7 people, still booked! I also have Jiko for 4 although it's 15 minutes earlier than the one you booked. If Gretchen needs more & you can't change the ressies, we can do something with these. I was holding on to these just in case this situation came up!

Sheryl, I'll call Maria tonight and see what she has and where we need to go. I'm sure we had me down for 3 for Cali Grill and that # is still fine. We are only having one therapist come with us and Kenny doesn't want to use an outside babysitting service. He'll keep the children on the Cali Grill night, so it will be me, Mom, and Paige.

Citricos was the only one where I couldn't remember. I would like to be able to bring mom with Kenny and I that night but I'm sure she would understand if it doesn't work out. I'm just happy that she decided to come with us. Like a lot of the girls here have said it should be good for her.

We couldn't do Jiko because I promised Amanda that we'd do the Halloween party that night so that one should be just fine.



AND AIMEE - Sorry I missed your birthday in the posts. I hope you have a great one and I hope you are feeling good enough to enjoy it.

I have a birthday coming up next month and it is going to be a big one (don't tell my children though). To add insult to injury, we received a notice that our health insurance was going up because "one of the covered members is moving to a different age bracket" Thanks Blue Cross. Rub it in why don't you.

 

[bigmerle1966]

I may end up going to the doctor and getting an inhaler for Leslie. She really doesn't need it, but if it's going to cause problems at school, I'll get her one.

That actually may help a lot with the cough. I have a friend who does have asthma and allergies and gets a cough like that and the inhaler helps her A LOT!

Quick fly by post to let y'all know we DID CLOSE on M&D's house this afternoon and we also have Sammie back home where she belongs.

Asking for good thoughts for Kyle. Today is day one of walk-on try-outs and he is sick, maybe cold or flu, not sure yet. Poor kid can't catch a break.

Kyle just called and he was very excited. There were 16 pitchers trying out and only 3 made it through to next week's try-out and he was one!!!

 

[TigerKat]

Steph – Glad to hear Scott will be home soon! How is Katelyn doing?

Nan – Hope the little angel is better today.

Glynis - So glad to hear you made your mammogram appointment. Hoping things work out for Leslie at school and happy that Timothy is better!

Ann – Glad you’re feeling better.

Sheryl - Hooray for Alexis grades, great job!!! You bet I’ll still be proud of Kyle no matter what. He was so sick last night I'm worried about him. Good thoughts & prayers for Angelina. Those dishes you posted look divine!


Happy Birthday Aimee!!!!

Maria – I was planning on Rosa for Brenda’s party, however, I'm not sure how I'll have time to chill it??? Any ideas on a gift for her???

 

[shovan]

Sheryl, I'll call Maria tonight and see what she has and where we need to go. I'm sure we had me down for 3 for Cali Grill and that # is still fine. We are only having one therapist come with us and Kenny doesn't want to use an outside babysitting service. He'll keep the children on the Cali Grill night, so it will be me, Mom, and Paige.

Citricos was the only one where I couldn't remember. I would like to be able to bring mom with Kenny and I that night but I'm sure she would understand if it doesn't work out. I'm just happy that she decided to come with us. Like a lot of the girls here have said it should be good for her.

We couldn't do Jiko because I promised Amanda that we'd do the Halloween party that night so that one should be just fine.

AND AIMEE - Sorry I missed your birthday in the posts. I hope you have a great one and I hope you are feeling good enough to enjoy it.

I have a birthday coming up next month and it is going to be a big one (don't tell my children though). To add insult to injury, we received a notice that our health insurance was going up because "one of the covered members is moving to a different age bracket" Thanks Blue Cross. Rub it in why don't you.

Okay, I have the adr at Citrico's that I'm just waiting to cancel. So it's there if we have problems. I can't wait!!!

I have to tell you I can't stand Blue Cross! Still fighting with them over my surgery & probably will be for quite a while.


Kathy, I haven't decided what I'm bringing to drink to Brenda's party. Are you going to pack the Rosa in your luggage? I'm kind of chicken about that, afraid it will break. I do have an idea for a gift! Call me!

I'm sorry Kyle's so sick! He doesn't have to try-out again until next week, right?


Ann, Bob used to hate the idea of fruit with meats, fish, etc.! I've finally totally coverted him on that!

 

[Disney Ron]

Any ideas on a gift for her???

I know you asked Maria and not me...but allow me to but in

I love tasteful holiday ornaments and Brenda and Jay seem like a strong couple...so may I suggest this....
http://www.disneystore.com/ornament...nnie-mouse-ornament-by-lenox/p/1247833/14397/

And we all know they enjoy a beverage or two...so how about something like this if you girls are going in together.
http://www.disneystore.com/more-home-decor-rolling-disney-cooler-bag/p/1250394/11794/


Just throwing ideas out there now tell me to mind my own darn business.
It gave me a reason to look on Disney Shopping and spend others $$$$.

 

[shovan]

Ann You are just begging for any reason to SHOP at Disney!

 

[TigerKat]

Kathy, I haven't decided what I'm bringing to drink to Brenda's party. Are you going to pack the Rosa in your luggage? I'm kind of chicken about that, afraid it will break. I do have an idea for a gift! Call me!

I'm sorry Kyle's so sick! He doesn't have to try-out again until next week, right?

No, I was planning on picking up a bottle at DTD when we arrive but not sure if I'll have time to chill it. I'm waiting to hear from Kyle right now, he just got out of class so if I don't get to call you today, please remind me or call me tomorrow, OK?

I know you asked Maria and not me...but allow me to but in

You can butt in anytime!!!!!! Great ideas!

 

[Disney Ron]

Ann You are just begging for any reason to SHOP at Disney!

Can you tell I am excited to be going soon??? Funny thing is I really don't like anything to over the top Disney. I love my two MM watches, my country x-mas mickey stockings and my ornaments. My DH is to blame...he started my WDW love. Now the shopping addiction I blame DM.