The What's For Dinner Thread - March '11 (recipe index in OP)

[PrincessInOz]

Safe travels TigerKat.

 

[Big Cuddly Bear]

So, as I am new to the thread, I had to go back and find out what crash hot potatoes are... We actually make those about every 2 months, but we called them smashed olive oil potatoes. They are delicious.... as a variation, we make them just like that, but instead of herbs, sometimes we sprikle on Old Bay seasoning.

It's been raining ALL WEEK and is expected to rain until tomorrow. We opened our pool last week, and now the heater isn't working. But this is our new house ( 8 years old ) and it came with a home warranty that covers the pool. So we have to pay $60 of the bill. Hopefully we can swim by Saturday.

 

[liamsaunt]

Vickie, you had a rough day yesterday! I hope today is better for you.
Robin, have fun at work!
Janice, I would not use jasmine rice for risotto. I really don't think the texture would be pleasing. I'd go back and get some arborio or canarolli rice.
Marilyn, sorry about your watch! Is it under warranty?
Aimee, sounds like you have been having a busy week!
Katy, have an awesome trip!!
Big Cuddly Bear, even though chipotles are jalapenos, I still think they are hotter. Maybe because they get so soft in the adobo sauce, so you really cannot seperate out the seeds and ribs like you can with a fresh jalepeno. You are lucky to be able to swim soon. It's been raining here all week and in the forties!

WFD: Thai chicken sate with peanut-chile dipping sauce, coconut rice, and sugar snap peas.

 

[Glynis]

Ellen - I love the names!!! Lola Jean is the name of my favorite aunt!!!

Kathy - Have a wonderful trip!!! Enjoy all the yummy food!!!

BCB - We love the potatoes, here, too! I like to sprinkle them with Parmesan cheese! Yum!

I've never been brave enough to cook with any kind of spicy pepper. I'm too scared of the burn!

Dinner tonight is tuna casserole.

 

[Big Cuddly Bear]

Bah, we paid $60 to "fix" the heater.... and all it was, was a loose connection. Still the warranty saved us 65 bucks.

 

[EJ4Disney]

Ellen- I am like you. I just put things in His hands. I have had to tell Buddy that he needs to let go and have Faith. He is a bit of a control freak so this is not easy.
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I swear we are long lost twins as are Doug and Buddy.

Keep safe!
I love the names....are they going to find out whether the baby is a boy or girl beforehand?

Thanks. And yes they will find out what the baby will be. Jay isn't to keen but Elizabeth wants to and with all of the ultra sounds they will do because she is so high risk they will probably know anyway. I can't wait!!

Good morning!

Chances are I won't be back on until we get home so I wanted to tell everyone to be good and I'll tell Mickey y'all said Hi!

Work, gym, errands & final packing tonight so we'll get take-out. Flying out early tomorrow morning!!!!

Oh my dear friend. Have a great time!!! I am so excited for you.

Vic ~ I hope today is a better day for you. You so deserve to have a quiet, uneventful one that is for sure. Sorry to hear about the Boy, I hope he is feeling better also.

Glynis ~ thanks, I am so excited they are naming her (if it is a her) after my Momma. She would be tickled pink!

BCB ~ I am so glad the pool was an easy fix. I would love to have a pool but living in Nebraska we would only be able to use it for a few months.

Becky ~ your dinner sounds amazing.

Robin ~ It is so refreshing to hear someone who actually likes their job. Good for you. I thank the Lord everyday I get to come to work. Even when it is a bad day it's still a job I love.

Marilyn ~ I agree - I think Mom owes you a new watch.

Aimee ~ Slow down Lady. You have been running full force since you got home from vacation. There are some roses to smell.


Well we are on our 5th cloudy, cool and rainy day. I am DONE - (insert a stomping foot smiley) Where are those plans for the ark? I know there are people in a LOT more water than me, but I am sick of this. And I can complain if I want to. Not that it will do any good but I still can!!

Doug made the remark this morning that he sure wasted his Country Club dues this year. He has been able to play one time for Men's night. It doesn't look like he will get out again tonight. And tomorrow he is in a Tournament that he has looked forward to for months. Looks to be rained out!!

So I guess I need to cook something tonight - DARN IT!!

WFDT ~ Tomato & Basil Soup and grilled 3 cheese sandwiches.

Make it a great day everyone!!​

 

[bigmerle1966]

Marilyn, sorry about your watch! Is it under warranty?

It's just a cheap Timex so I don't honestly know. I pulled the paper out of the thing before I threw it away but hadn't read it yet.

And she will definately be buying me a new one.

Have fun Kat.

Dinner tonight will be salmon.

 

[Nancyg56]

Nancy I am not sure I understand what your question is about gun laws? Are you wondering if you need a FOID card to buy a holster?

I know that we can buy her holster but I also think he should buy the gun that goes into it. I want my girl armed to the teeth!
Gail want so tgive her Mikes Glock but the gun guy said that there is no safety on it and he would not consider it a safe gun. He said he would help her choose the kind the West hartford police use.

WHen CHris went to Iraq the first time he had to buy all of his "extras" and wanted a spiffy knofe. Iswear Gail would have bought every machete she could for him Now Buddy thinks that we are nuts because we want to outfit her with every gun she can wear

Me thinks she owes you a new watch...
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Me too!

Good morning!

Chances are I won't be back on until we get home so I wanted to tell everyone to be good and I'll tell Mickey y'all said Hi!

Work, gym, errands & final packing tonight so we'll get take-out. Flying out early tomorrow morning!!!!

Safe travels!

So

It's been raining ALL WEEK and is expected to rain until tomorrow. We opened our pool last week, and now the heater isn't working. But this is our new house ( 8 years old ) and it came with a home warranty that covers the pool. So we have to pay $60 of the bill. Hopefully we can swim by Saturday.

raining like that here too! I hope that you are swimming this weekend!

I swear we are long lost twins as are Doug and Buddy.

I do too! I swear if Buddy asks me to ask you to ask Doug one more thing I will

Ladies, all of your cleaning has shamed me into at least starting. i am working in the kitchen cabinets today. YUCK!

edited to apologize to BCB!

 

[Rogue26]

Nancy- My dad is a retired state trooper, he loved his maglite. They are so heavy they are definetly multi-purpose!

Ellen- The only thing I don't like about my job is it's only seasonal and there is very little chance of a year round position opening up. Sorry your dealing with all that rain, we finally got some sun today! Maybe your turn is next.

Glynis- You should give hot foods a try, they give a great flavor. I don't like spicy to the point where it becomes a challange, but I love the flavoring the spicy foods bring.

Kathy- Have a great trip!

Aimee- I'd tell you to slow down but I don't think you have a choice.

I thought I'd see something at the store that looked good for dinner but that didn't happen, I'll have to see what's hiding in the freezer.

 

[Aimeedyan]

Good morning!

Chances are I won't be back on until we get home so I wanted to tell everyone to be good and I'll tell Mickey y'all said Hi!

Work, gym, errands & final packing tonight so we'll get take-out. Flying out early tomorrow morning!!!!

WooHoo!! Have fun!!!

Doug made the remark this morning that he sure wasted his Country Club dues this year. He has been able to play one time for Men's night. It doesn't look like he will get out again tonight. And tomorrow he is in a Tournament that he has looked forward to for months. Looks to be rained out!!

Augh, I'm so sorry. DH gets upset when rain gets in the way of his golfing so I understand. Constant rain is just downright depressing.



I actually think I may be getting sick... I'm unusually tired, achy, and fevery. This morning, I missed an important meeting out of town in favor of sleep and rest so maybe that'll help.

Last night, I made enchilada sauce to go with avocado enchiladas. I left out the chipotle pepper and of course, tasted it and thought it needed a little heat Would adding a little ground cayenne to it when I warm it up do the trick? Or hot sauce?

Avocados are $$$ so these better be delicious!

 

[liamsaunt]

Aimee, either would work. I'd probably choose the hot sauce myself.

 

[HERSEY]

I came home early today I had a rotten sinus headache My sinus' are not happy this year.

I brought back the Jasmine for Aborio rice.

Becky I did buy the Aborio but would Sushi rice work?

 

[PrincessInOz]

Bah, we paid $60 to "fix" the heater.... and all it was, was a loose connection. Still the warranty saved us 65 bucks.

I'm glad you got the heater "fixed"; even if it was a lot of money to spend to fix a loose wire. At least you didn't have to buy a new heater....

Well we are on our 5th cloudy, cool and rainy day. I am DONE - (insert a stomping foot smiley) Where are those plans for the ark? I know there are people in a LOT more water than me, but I am sick of this. And I can complain if I want to. Not that it will do any good but I still can!!

We had the WETTEST summer in a long time in Australia. Heaps of rain and lots of ark building everywhere. At one stage, we had two states flooded out. Queensland was 80% underwater and Victoria (where I live) was 60% underwater.
We're now over the WET Summer and into the makings of a COLD Winter.
This too shall pass.

Ladies, all of your cleaning has shamed me into at least starting. i am working in the kitchen cabinets today. YUCK!

I'm going to be doing a big tidy up this weekend after all the activity on here!

I actually think I may be getting sick... I'm unusually tired, achy, and fevery. This morning, I missed an important meeting out of town in favor of sleep and rest so maybe that'll help.

Hope you get better soon....

I came home early today I had a rotten sinus headache My sinus' are not happy this year.

I hope you're not starting anything either! Get Well soon!


WFTD - Tonight I'm heading out to see an accapella group sing. DH, DS, a friend and her 15 year old daughter will be going with me. Can't wait! Dinner will probably be in a cafe somewhere.
But I have to get through work today first.

 

[Big Cuddly Bear]

princesss.... in a way i wish it was a new heater because it still would have only cost me $60 because of the home warranty,

Whats for Dinner Tonight

Chuck Roast - marinating right now, and hitting the cast iron in about 20 minutes
Corn on the cob
Salad
and Crash Hot Potatoes!
Asparagus in a lemon butter sauce

 

[Big Cuddly Bear]

OK, my version of Crash Hot Potatoes before cooking:

Next we have my Chuck Roast ( marinated ) and just hitting the pan:

And finally, after a quick sear, before heading into the oven to finish cooking:

 

[scotlass]

Ellen - I dont think I gave you my ...love the choice of names.




I sooooo need this week to be over.
My Auntie died this morning.
My family and hers have not spoken since my dad got ill and died....they gave us no support and quite frankly behaved disgustingly.

You lassies know me,I pride myself on my Mafioso style of love.
I will defend the people I care about to the ends but if you hurt me of mine...yer gone.

The pressure I am under just now to " forgive and forget " is a joke.
It will not happen,its going to end in more arguments and I will be the bad one.

With the other stuff going on I could do without this.

 

[HERSEY]

Vic I am sorry this is giving you more grief. Sometimes forgiving is not possible, mending fences happen only when both sides come to a common ground. None the less I am sorry for your loss.

WFD is grilled chicken breasts and salad.

 

[TigerKat]

Vickie - I am so sorry you're dealing with all of this.

Thanks for all of the well wishes! We're having martini's right now to kick off vacation!

 

[HERSEY]

BCB I hope you don't mind the shortened name. Your dinner looks very tasty. How did you marinate the beef?

Princess Have fun tonight.

 

[HERSEY]

Vickie - I am so sorry you're dealing with all of this.

Thanks for all of the well wishes! We're having martini's right now to kick off vacation!

Have a great time! Don't worry we will hold down or up the ship however that saying goes.