What's for Dinner Tonight? (recipe index in OP)

[Disney Ron]

I won't even say I am lost but wanted to give you girls the link to my Raglan review...since you're talking about it.

http://disboards.com/showthread.php?t=1638389

OK, I am back to being a mason...we're getting the lath up on the fireplace. Anyone want pics?

Thank you for the link to your review. I was thinking about have the Heaven on Earth - baby back ribs in a Guinness as my entree. It sounds like you enjoyed them, but now I may add some creamed corn to it!

Share your handy work photos!

Ann, Mrs. Disney Ron

 

[TigerKat]

OK, I am back to being a mason...we're getting the lath up on the fireplace. Anyone want pics?

 

[TigerKat]

Becky - I just had to post how AWESOME your Spicy Cole Slaw is, it's going to be great with the Jerk Chicken! Thanks so much for sharing this recipe.

 

[shovan]

Things I missed earlier!

Let me know how Ragland Road is please. I just asked DH to help me post a pics of dinner. I am not to computer savvy sometimes, he is the official photographer around here...I wear to many other hats!!
That omelet just made me hungry looking at it!

Ann, Mrs. Disney Ron

Great! I hope the official photographer in your house, get's interested in food porn!

I will post about RR & Jiko when I get back. I'm sure I'll freak out my Mom with my food picture taking, so we'll see how that goes. But I definitely have a report on it!

I have been dying to try the duck, thanks for the feedback! I have never done O'Hana for breakfast, I like that it is family style. DH & I try to avoid buffets.

Ann, Mrs. Disney Ron

One of the reasons we like O'hana too. Buffets even in DW scare me! The rest. in Norway also has a good family style breakfast.

It's called The Keg - seem to be a chain, though I don't know how many locations they have. http://www.kegsteakhouse.com/



Whining always make me feel better. And shopping, wine, and chocolate.


I set out ground beef. It's going to be spaghetti unless I can come up with something better. I want to try baked spaghetti but don't have a recipe for it. Maybe I'll google

Just an update on my church situation: it's gotten much worse and it feels like an all-out war. There are meetings all over the place, on both sides, but I can't put myself out there and attend any of them. Tonight is a HUGE one but we will be staying home. I hate being left out but for the sake of my job and ministry I just have to. ARGH!!!

I received the list of people involved in bribing the pastor and I'm saddened and shocked by a few on the list. This group also did a mass mailing with their agenda to the entire church (we got our letter yesterday!) and have a website. So discouraging.

Aimee, Really sorry that all that is going on! Very very sad. Surprising that they have gone as far as starting a website. I can't imagine how stressful this must be far you! I think wine, chocolate & shopping are probably the best things you can do right now!

Oops and I just about missed some more chat while posting!

Lauren, You know I want to see your handy work!

Kathy, Did you post the recipe for the jerk chicken? And can you tell me where is the recipe for Becky's cole slaw?

 

[TigerKat]

Sheryl - Here's the Cole Slaw:

SPICY COLE SLAW

1 lb. cabbage, shredded
1 onion, shredded
2 small dill pickles, shredded
8 oz. carrots, shredded
3/4 cup mayonaisse
1-2 tbsp. horseradish
1 tbsp. distilled white vinegar
1 tbsp sugar
1/2 tsp. paprika
1 tsp. kosher salt
1/2 tsp black pepper
1/2 tsp celery seed

Shred all the vegetables in your food processor, Mix together the mayo, vinegar, and spices. Pour over the veggies and mix well. Let rest in fridge at leat one hour. Eat.

I'll be back and post the Jerk Chicken, I've tried many Jerk recipes and this one is the best.

 

[HERSEY]

Here is the recipe for the chicken we are having tonight it's one of my favorite recipes

Chicken Savoy
1 (2-3 lb) chicken cut into pieces
1/8 c evoo
1 c chicken stock
1 clove garlic crushed
1 tsp oregano
1/4c grated romano cheese
1tblsp balsamic vinegar
salt and pepper to taste

preheat oven 450 degree. Place chicken in a 9x13 baking dish. Pour oil and stock over chicken and sprinkle with garlic. Season with oregano, salt and pepper and top with cheese.
bake in the preheated oven for about 45-60 minutes or until chicken is cooked through and no longer pink in the middle.
Pour vinegar or chicken and serve.

I use more garlic

 

[TigerKat]

Jerk Chicken

1 bunch green onions, chopped (1 1/2 cups)
2 garlic cloves, chopped
1 Jalapeno pepper
2 Tbsp. fresh lime juice
2 Tbsp. olive oil
1 Tbsp. light brown sugar
1 1/2 tsp. ground allspice
1 tsp. dried thyme
1/2 tsp. ground cinnamon
coarse salt
8 pieces bone in chicken thighs & legs, skinned and trimmed of excess fat (I've also done breasts and they work too)

In a blender combine green onions, garlic, jalapeno, lime juice, olive oil, sugar, allspice, thyme, cinnamon, 1 tsp. salt and 2 Tbsp water; blend until smooth. Set aside 1/4 c. for basting.

Place chicken in a shallow dish; season all over with salt. Pour remaining marinade over chicken; toss to coat. Cover; refrigerate, turning once or twice at least two hours or up to overnight.

All that's left is to grill and baste with remaining marinade. Jerk chicken should be somewhat blackened in spots.

 

[TigerKat]

Here is the recipe for the chicken we are having tonight it's one of my favorite recipes

Chicken Savoy
1 (2-3 lb) chicken cut into pieces
1/8 c evoo
1 c chicken stock
1 clove garlic crushed
1 tsp oregano
1/4c grated romano cheese
1tblsp balsamic vinegar
salt and pepper to taste

preheat oven 450 degree. Place chicken in a 9x13 baking dish. Pour oil and stock over chicken and sprinkle with garlic. Season with oregano, salt and pepper and top with cheese.
bake in the preheated oven for about 45-60 minutes or until chicken is cooked through and no longer pink in the middle.
Pour vinegar or chicken and serve.

I use more garlic

This sounds really good - I'm cutting & pasting now.

 

[shovan]

Kathy, Thanks for posting those! I have saved them both. I've tried a couple of recipes for Jerk and wasn't that thrilled with them. Maybe this will be the one!

Hersey, That recipe sounds good! I used to do one very similar to that years ago and had forgotten about it. Thanks!

 

[liamandcaili]

Wow, did you and Becky marry brothers? Or did each of your husbands suffer through a childhood filled with burnt meals only to fall at your feet in gratitude after sampling your cooking?

No, they aren't brothers. Their moms just share the same philosophy that food should be unseasoned and overcooked. (Except in the case of beef, and then it is still mooing.) It was the usual meal at my ILs today...boneless chicken breast cooked in evaporated milk and topped with mushrooms. This was served over white rice. I am so in need of a snack later!

Laura, I have the luxury of sending her home to do the Valentines & other stuff that Nana can't or doesn't want to handle! Believe me if she was here 24/7 I would not be allowing total kitchen destruction on a daily basis!

When Caili gets to that stage, having Greg answer the door in uniform is a great idea! That should be enough to keep those boy's in line.

You are a great Nana. I think my children's lives are so much more enriched by having their grandparents actively involved. Grandparents just add a different level of perspective, love and acceptance. Kids can't be spoiled by love and attention. (This applies to you too Nancy!)

As for Caili's potential boyfriends (I shudder at the thought), Greg's goal is to have a boy say, "I was thinking of asking Caili out," and having another boy say, "Her dad is really scary!!"

Ann -- If you are going to Raglan Road for the beer, you will be happy. We liked the food too, although we liked Rose and Crown better for pub fare. The O'Hana breakfast is great.

Aimee -- Glad you had a good night out. It sounds like you needed it.

Oh, and thanks to everyone who encouraged my costume making. I do like making them, and I would like having that as my part-time job, so I will look into it.

 

[Aimeedyan]

Ask and you shall receive. We love this one.

Baked Spaghetti

Thanks! The stuff is on the stove - sounds yummy!

Jerk Chicken

I've never made Jerk Chicken but I'm saving this recipe. I have just about all the ingredients on hand!

boneless chicken breast cooked in evaporated milk and topped with mushrooms. This was served over white rice.

 

[TigerKat]

boneless chicken breast cooked in evaporated milk and topped with mushrooms. This was served over white rice.

 

[liamsaunt]

And now, to counteract my sister's horrible dinner, here are photos of mine.

Braised lamb shank over parmesean polenta with roasted brussel sprouts:

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Here's mine: the same polenta but topped with garlic-proscuitto seared asparagus, topped with a poached egg and truffle butter....YUM

Tomorrow is linguinin with clams.

 

[Aimeedyan]

The baked spaghetti is REALLY tasty but also really watery. Is that normal? I figured it would be more like lasagna but it was a little soupy.

 

[liamandcaili]

Aimee and Kathy, you really made me laugh with your reaction. It is especially funny because this is one of my MIL's better meals. This probably explains why my FIL has said that anytime I have any leftovers, I should call him and he will pick them up.

 

[lucas]

Here is the recipe for the chicken we are having tonight it's one of my favorite recipes

Chicken Savoy
1 (2-3 lb) chicken cut into pieces
1/8 c evoo
1 c chicken stock
1 clove garlic crushed
1 tsp oregano
1/4c grated romano cheese
1tblsp balsamic vinegar
salt and pepper to taste

preheat oven 450 degree. Place chicken in a 9x13 baking dish. Pour oil and stock over chicken and sprinkle with garlic. Season with oregano, salt and pepper and top with cheese.
bake in the preheated oven for about 45-60 minutes or until chicken is cooked through and no longer pink in the middle.
Pour vinegar or chicken and serve.

I use more garlic

This sounds yummy. I can't wait to try it.

And now, to counteract my sister's horrible dinner, here are photos of mine.

Braised lamb shank over parmesean polenta with roasted brussel sprouts:

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This looks fantastic!

 

[TigerKat]

The baked spaghetti is REALLY tasty but also really watery. Is that normal? I figured it would be more like lasagna but it was a little soupy.

I don't really use a recipe when I make my spaghetti pie(same thing as baked spaghetti). Just make a meat sauce and layer it with cooked pasta & cheese and it's normally not watery.

Aimee and Kathy, you really made me laugh with your reaction. It is especially funny because this is one of my MIL's better meals. This probably explains why my FIL has said that anytime I have any leftovers, I should call him and he will pick them up.

Hey Becky - Your dinner looked fantastic! How are you feeling?

 

[shovan]

Sandy, We had your leftover Portuguese Grilled Chicken tonight. Bob is still wishing for another thigh! He asked me, who gave me this recipe because it was as good as "our cajun food"!!! He told me to thank you for the recipe!

No, they aren't brothers. Their moms just share the same philosophy that food should be unseasoned and overcooked. (Except in the case of beef, and then it is still mooing.) It was the usual meal at my ILs today...boneless chicken breast cooked in evaporated milk and topped with mushrooms. This was served over white rice. I am so in need of a snack later!



You are a great Nana. I think my children's lives are so much more enriched by having their grandparents actively involved. Grandparents just add a different level of perspective, love and acceptance. Kids can't be spoiled by love and attention. (This applies to you too Nancy!)

As for Caili's potential boyfriends (I shudder at the thought), Greg's goal is to have a boy say, "I was thinking of asking Caili out," and having another boy say, "Her dad is really scary!!"

Oh, and thanks to everyone who encouraged my costume making. I do like making them, and I would like having that as my part-time job, so I will look into it.

Laura, Awww, thanks! That is so nice of you to say!

DH said that Greg is on track for planning on scaring the teenage boys! Although his recommendation was not dress unifom but fatigues while holding his weapon!

Sorry about dinner, it does sound awful!

And now, to counteract my sister's horrible dinner, here are photos of mine.

Braised lamb shank over parmesean polenta with roasted brussel sprouts:

\

Here's mine: the same polenta but topped with garlic-proscuitto seared asparagus, topped with a poached egg and truffle butter....YUM

Tomorrow is linguinin with clams.

Again, My DH is totally impressed! He sad we really need to come visit y'all! I can't imagine what you could do in a high tech fancy kitchen!!!1

 

[FormrCastMbr]

Hi All, I cannot even begin to get caught up...you guys have been chatty today...I hope everyone is well and the sickies are feeling better!

I see alot of great recipes and pics were posted.

Tom uploaded some pics for me!

Here is the chicken and dumplings I made a couple weeks ago...it was soooooo good!

Here is a self portrait of me with my ear muffs and face shield on. Sorry, no make up...scary right??? We were using a 22 calibur nail gun so that is why we needed safety stuff.

Here is the hearth and fireplace showing the baseboard pipe going right through the hearth...

Here is a pic of the fireplace with the mantle and hearth stone off:

Here is what we did today...we put up the lath, which is a wire sheeting that gets screwed onto the existing brickface, then we mortar and then the new veneer gets put on...it is really hard to see.

That is it for now. The renovations are slowly getting done...can't wait!

 

[TigerKat]

Your fireplace looks awesome and my dear you look so good with your muffs & shield.....If I were a guy...well never mind.. Can ya tell I'm in a much better mood than last night? Thanks for being my best bud.