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

[liamandcaili]

Don't be too impressed.

I am though. Caili would rather hunger strike than eat something she didn't want.

Huge bonus was a Ben and Jerry's that offered several kinds of sorbets for Kady.

I am glad they had a good time. We have not seen the Secrets of Ember. I will have to look for it next time we have a movie night.

I am sorry Buddy is having a rough time.

Sheryl -- Your food looks delicious.

Stephanie -- I am glad everything is resolved for your sister. I wish her the best going forward.

We are having roast chicken tonight. Sides will be roast potatoes, broccoli rabe, gravy, and probably one more thing, but I can't remember what else is in the fridge.

Caili has a skating competition tomorrow, and after that we are heading to Becky's for the weekend. Have a good couple of days!

 

[shovan]

No cooking here this weekend. FINALLY, Johnny is going to do some more work in the kitchen - backsplash, painting and trim work. Trying to get this man to do work on our house is like pulling teeth, then when baseball starts that's the new excuse. We're in a Mardi Gras break from baseball so he agreed to work on the kitchen this weekend. Sorry for the rant, I also have a today.

Going out for seafood tonight.

I'm glad you've convinced him to work on it! It's okay to rant, you rarely have a gripe about your DearH! Hope you're headache gets better! Where are you going tonight?

My short rib recipes are at home, but I will put them up this weekend. With short ribs, I always cook them a couple of days before serving them. Then I just stick the pot in the fridge overnight, and when I am ready to serve, you can take all the fat off the top of the pot. Then I pop them back in the oven for a while longer.

I am making gruyere-cider fondue tonight.

Becky, That's a great tip on the short ribs! Your pasta looks yummy! and OMG gruyere fondue! Oh does that sounds good! Something else I should go online shopping for a fondue pot!

Yeah. I do not want to go back to NYC. I just checked the weather and right now it "feels like 12" and it's supposed to snow on Sunday.

Quit thinking about going home & enjoy your vacation! It's Friday Night & it's MARDI GRAS TIME!!! Can you hear the music! You are too young to not be having a ton of fun in New Orleeenz!!!

Sounds like Buddy. He does like heat in his food too.....maybe there is a little Cajun hidden in there with all that Lithuanian heritage

Rant away m friend! The only time Buddy starts a project is when it is totally inconvenient for me. I will never forgive myself for letting it slip that I work well under pressure
See....it's sneaky.....one minute you are having a taste and the next your wine guy is stocking up

No cooking for me tonight. We are joining Buddy's cousins for dinner tonight. I cannot wait!

Maybe a little of your acadian roots has infiltrated him.
Your comments about your guy just crack me up. I sooo want to meet y'all one day! Enjoy your dinner!

I don't know what is for dinner tonight, not really in the mood for any one thing. Going to go to my sisters tomorrow and staying until Sunday, got to go see my baby's and get my Girl Scout cookies.

Have fun!

I am though. Caili would rather hunger strike than eat something she didn't want.
Sheryl -- Your food looks delicious.

We are having roast chicken tonight. Sides will be roast potatoes, broccoli rabe, gravy, and probably one more thing, but I can't remember what else is in the fridge.

Caili has a skating competition tomorrow, and after that we are heading to Becky's for the weekend. Have a good couple of days!

I can totally believe that about Caili, I can just picture her staring you down over a "yucky" dinner! That sweet little face all mad & pouty.

Your dinner sounds yummy! I finally bought a natural whole chicken (not from WF's) I'm going to roast that sometime this weekend & then try to make your potpie. Have fun at Becky's.


I have leftovers for dinner, but really feel like soup. We'll see. The only thing I have felt like doing lately is cook & online shop . I've really been in a funk since finding out about the surgery. ( shhhh but cooking also keeps DH from wondering what I've done all day. ) I have to call the dr's office again today, I have called twice this week with questions abot the surgery & they haven't returned my calls.

 

[TigerKat]

Where are you going tonight?

We're going back to De-No's to try the gumbo and either the boiled seafood or fried shrimp & oysters.

When you mentioned soup I remembered I ran across an interesting recipe that I may try next week - Lasagna soup, anyone ever tried it?????

 

[scotlass]

Hey..

Comp it fixed...!!

I cant believe how much I missed it, not that much has happened over here....I really need to get a life.

I did have a crock pot success.

Spicy gingered chicken with Pineapple.

OMG...it was amazing.

Dinner tonight is pizza.

The boy is having a sleep over at his grandmas and we have a DVD to watch.

Oh and I might just crack open a wee box o choc's !!

Hi Guys,

I need some prayers for my brother...I found out today that he is extremely ill with stomach cancer. He can really use some prayers and good thoughts. He is my oldest brother and Godfather, has a young daughter and is truly a very down to earth, nice guy.

I am so upset by this...and trying not to be so my BP does not go up.

Thank you.

Lauren - I am so sorry youse guys are going through this.My family has had it fair share of run ins with Cancer and it really is a horrible time.

Truth be told I dont do prayers but I am sending youse love,strength and hope from over the water.

 

[Nancyg56]

Quit thinking about going home & enjoy your vacation! It's Friday Night & it's MARDI GRAS TIME!!! Can you hear the music! You are too young to not be having a ton of fun in New Orleeenz!!!


Maybe a little of your acadian roots has infiltrated him.
Your comments about your guy just crack me up. I sooo want to meet y'all one day! Enjoy your dinner!

I have to call the dr's office again today, I have called twice this week with questions abot the surgery & they haven't returned my calls.

We're going back to De-No's to try the gumbo and either the boiled seafood or fried shrimp & oysters.

When you mentioned soup I remembered I ran across an interesting recipe that I may try next week - Lasagna soup, anyone ever tried it?????

MArdi Gras and New Orleans! How much fun is that!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

It's a good thing my guy has a sense of humor, if he did not I would not have near as much fun teasing him.

What is the holdup on the return call? That is a pet peeve of mine, if I call a DR I want a call back fast!

My friend.......you cannot tease us this way....amazing chicken, crock pot and success in the same sentence and then no recipe to follow...............

 

[Glynis]

I am making gruyere-cider fondue tonight.

This is a recipe I want! I adore fondue, and love, Love, LOVE gruyere!

 

[Glynis]

We're going back to De-No's to try the gumbo and either the boiled seafood or fried shrimp & oysters.

When you mentioned soup I remembered I ran across an interesting recipe that I may try next week - Lasagna soup, anyone ever tried it?????

Never heard of it, but boy does it sound good! If it is, please post the recipe!!!

 

[Glynis]

Hey..

Comp it fixed...!!

I cant believe how much I missed it, not that much has happened over here....I really need to get a life.

I did have a crock pot success.

Spicy gingered chicken with Pineapple.

OMG...it was amazing.

Dinner tonight is pizza.

The boy is having a sleep over at his grandmas and we have a DVD to watch.

Oh and I might just crack open a wee box o choc's !!





Lauren - I am so sorry youse guys are going through this.My family has had it fair share of run ins with Cancer and it really is a horrible time.

Truth be told I dont do prayers but I am sending youse love,strength and hope from over the water.

Hey, now! You can't say you had a crock pot success, and then not post the recipe!!! It sounds amazing, too! Pretty please???

Have a couple of chocolates for me, too, ok?

 

[lucas]

WFD? Shrimp salad sandwiches. And for dessert we are having strawberries in sugar and balsamic vinegar.

 

[shovan]

Doesn't Lindsay make a lasagna stoup?

Peg, Your dinner & dessert sounds Delicious!

Nancy, I finally got a call back but now they need to have the nurse or dr call me back.

 

[TigerKat]

WFD? Shrimp salad sandwiches. And for dessert we are having strawberries in sugar and balsamic vinegar.

Sounds great! You're not going to be in NOLA early March are you? We're having a NOLA girls meet.

 

[lucas]

Sounds great! You're not going to be in NOLA early March are you? We're having a NOLA girls meet.

No, but I'll probably be in NOLA in April or May. Ya'll have fun at the meet.

I recently saw a recipe for lasagna soup in a magazine and I thought it sounded great. I can't remember which magazine but I am trying to find the recipe.

 

[liamandcaili]

The only thing I have felt like doing lately is cook & online shop . I've really been in a funk since finding out about the surgery.

I know how you feel. I've been in a winter funk, myself, and I don't have nearly your excuse. I have, however, managed to avoid the online shopping. Last year's winter funk garnered me an ice cream maker, a fondue pot and a bunch of clothes I never wear.

I took some pictures of dinner tonight.

Roast chicken (like you haven't seen enough of these!):

Roasted potatoes:

Broccoli Rabe:

And Spinach Gratin (not the greatest picture, but it was tasty):

Have a great weekend everyone!

 

[OKWMom]

Hi everyone, I tried catching up this evening, but Hailey is not really having it. I don't know if she just doesn't feel well or exactly what the problem is, but she has been doing that whiny, pitiful cry every 10 minutes or so, which means I don't really have time to read everything.

However, I didn't want to sign off without letting Lauren know I am praying for your brother and for you too. Take it easy, I had preeclampsia with Hailey and it can be serious for you and bean. Please take care of yourself.

I'm sorry, I wanted to respond to more, but Hailey isn't going to let that happen.

 

[Where'sPiglet?]

Quit thinking about going home & enjoy your vacation! It's Friday Night & it's MARDI GRAS TIME!!! Can you hear the music! You are too young to not be having a ton of fun in New Orleeenz!!!

But I'm not IN New Orleans...I'm in Baton Rouge...maybe we'd better jump on I-10 East RIGHT NOW!!

 

[HERSEY]

lasagna soup I know I too saw a recipe somewhere too. I will have to go on the hunt.

My cat has finally earned her keep she killed not one but two mice while I was at work. . And the little darling didn't leave them on my chair. She usually leaves me hairballs on my recliner of which Alex just thinks is sooo funny, not.

We are supposed to get dumped on with about 6 inches of snow tonight. I want to go to the Doorway to Dreams thing tomorrow morning. I NEED a rice krispie treat. I hope the weather people are wrong.

I think I am having gnocchi and a salad tonight.

 

[Where'sPiglet?]

I forgot to post WFD.

2 frozen pizzas
jalapeno poppers
jambalaya

Guess we won't be hungry tonight!

 

[TigerKat]

Laura - great pics, have you posted the spinach gratin recipe yet? I've been cooking lots of spinach lately and I thought your gratin looked great!

Gretchen - I'll say some prayers that Hailey isn't getting sick, poor princess and poor Mom.

I'm definitely going to make the lasagna soup next week, it just sounds too good to pass up!

I'll check back in later if it's not too late, heading out to eat some seafood!

 

[lucas]

TigerKat,

Here is the Lasagna Soup recipe I saw in Family Fun Magazine. Is it similar to the recipe you found?

The description of the soup says: "The tomato-y broth, brimming with sausage and pasta, melts the mix of cheeses placed in each bowl before serving. A quick swirl of the spoon ensures diners will get a bit of gooey cheese in every bite."

RECIPE INGREDIENTS:
2 teaspoons olive oil
1 1/2 pounds Italian sausage (bulk or with casings removed)
2 onions, finely chopped
4 garlic cloves, minced
2 teaspoons oregano
1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
2 tablespoons tomato paste
1 (28-ounce) can diced tomatoes
6 cups chicken broth
2 bay leaves
8 ounces fusilli pasta
1/2 cup finely chopped fresh basil
8 ounces ricotta
1/2 cup grated Parmesan
1/4 teaspoon salt
Pinch of pepper
2 cups shredded mozzarella

1. In a large pot, heat the oil over medium heat. Add the sausage and sauté, breaking it up into small pieces with a wooden spoon, until the sausage is no longer pink, about 5 to 7 minutes. Drain any excess fat from the pot. Add the onions and sauté until softened, about 6 minutes. Add the garlic, oregano, and red pepper flakes and sauté for 1 minute. Add the tomato paste and sauté until the paste turns a rusty brown, about 5 minutes. Add the tomatoes with their juice, the broth, and the bay leaves and bring the soup to a boil. Reduce the heat and simmer for about 30 minutes.

2. Add the pasta, then increase the heat to medium-high and boil the soup until the pasta is tender to the bite, following the time recommendations on the pasta package. Discard the bay leaves, then stir in the basil. If desired, season with salt and black pepper to taste.

3. In a small bowl, combine the ricotta, the Parmesan, the 1/4 teaspoon of salt, and the pinch of pepper. To serve, place about 1 1/2 tablespoons of the ricotta mixture in each bowl, sprinkle with some of the mozzarella, and ladle the soup on top. Makes about 13 cups.

They have some other good soup recipes on the website:
http://familyfun.go.com/recipes/family/specialfeature/soup-sf/

 

[TigerKat]

TigerKat,

Here is the Lasagna Soup recipe I saw in Family Fun Magazine. Is it similar to the recipe you found?

That's it, except I'm going to add ground beef with the Italian sausage! Sounds good, huh?