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

[Anne34]

Here's hoping the old thread comes back.....Or at the very least the recipes. How will I decide what to cook?????

WFD....either take-out or leftovers. I did try out my 1st homemade mac-n-cheese recipe this week. Two thumbs up from the boys who previously would only eat Kraft! I'll wait and post the recipe once the thread situation gets sorted out.

Happy Friday everyone!

Another newbie to this thread. I'm tired of making the same stuff all the time and have been trying new recipes this week. This one sounds like something my noodle loving kids would love.

Can anyone share the recipe??

Thanks!!

 

[shovan]

Another newbie to this thread. I'm tired of making the same stuff all the time and have been trying new recipes this week. This one sounds like something my noodle loving kids would love.

Can anyone share the recipe??

Thanks!!

I believe they were talking about the Martha Stewart recipe. I've used it several times, with different kinds of cheese. We like it with the sharp cheddar & gruyere. But for kids I think I'd use a mild cheddar.

Martha Stewart's Macaroni and Cheese Recipe #193931
This recipe makes enough for two 2-quart or eight 12- to 16- oz. baking dishes.
by MrsPres
8 servings
1½ hours 20 min prep
1 lb short pasta (such as cavatappi or macaroni)
6 tablespoons butter
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
4 cups milk
1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg
3 cups shredded sharp white cheddar cheese (12 oz)
1 cup finely grated parmesan cheese (2 oz)
3 cups very coarse fresh breadcrumbs

Cook pasta in a large pot of boiling water 1 to 2 minutes less than package instructions. Drain, rinse with cool water, and return to pot.
Meanwhile, heat 4 T. butter in a medium saucepan over medium-high heat. Add flour; cook, whisking, 1 minute. Add milk, cayenne pepper, nutmeg, and 2 t. salt; bring to a simmer. Cook, whisking, until mixture is thick enough to coat the back of a spoon, 2 to 3 minutes. Whisk in cheeses until smooth. Pour over pasta; toss to coat. Divide among baking dishes.
Melt remaining 2 T. butter; toss with breadcrumbs. Sprinkle over pasta. (Cover tightly with plastic wrap; freeze up to 3 months.).
Preheat oven to 375. Place frozendishes on a baking sheet; remove plastic. Cover with foil. Bake until bubbling, 60-70 minutes for large dishes, 40-50 minutes for small. Remove foil; continue baking until golden, 5 to 10 minutes more.

 

[shovan]

I decided to try a beer braised lamb shoulder chops tonight. I'll let y'all know how it turns out.

 

[lucas]

I believe they were talking about the Martha Stewart recipe. I've used it several times, with different kinds of cheese. We like it with the sharp cheddar & gruyere. But for kids I think I'd use a mild cheddar.

Sounds delish! I'm gonna try it next time. Right now I will copy and paste it in my recipe doc.

 

[MMluvsWDW]

Yay new Mac and Cheese recipe my hub loves and could live on mac & chz so homemade will be sooooo much better.

 

[weregoingtodw]

I just checked the ingredients for Worcester sauce and there is no soy in that. You could try that or another finishing sauce. I think A-1 may be too strong but there is one for chicken and that may work.

Well, um, I can't have Worcestershire either LOL (anchovies) but I used Kitchen Bouquet. Thanks for the recipe!

 

[weregoingtodw]

Thanks so much to everyone for the welcomes. What a great crowd! I've never posted in a long thread before but might just give this one a try. Since all of my food allergies cropped up, I've been doing a lot more cooking at home and cooking from scratch.

I must admit, the personal vignettes are totally cracking me up.

 

[liamandcaili]

I have stainless pots, and any time I make a cheese sauce or a thick soup. the stuff burns down on the bottom.

You will love the Le Creuset upgrade!

This is just so inaccurate. I never hit a fire hydrant (that was my mom), and I backed into a Lincoln, not a Cadillac. It was probably really bad timing since it was a week before Christmas, but what the heck was a car doing parked across the street from my house? Okay, I did drive into a telephone wire, but that was only because a McDonald's milkshake spilled all over the passenger side and I thought I could save it without taking my foot off the brake. I was wrong. This was all a long, long time ago, and I've since discovered the car's side mirrors. They really help when backing up and avoiding stuff.

I'll come back later to follow up...just feel horrible...

I hope you feel better, Lauren!

PLEASE PLEASE no more discussion of Le Crueset & fondue pots! ARE y'all trying to FORCE me to spend money?!!! I had no idea Le Crueset came in so many pretty colors! Gosh I want that Moroccan tangine cooker!!

We're not trying to force you...we're just making gentle suggestions.

Dinner tonight was good, but I have to say my favorite part was the baby bok choy. It's a really easy recipe: trim and wash the bok choy. Chop into 1/4 inch pieces. Heat a tbsp of oil in a skillet or pan. When hot, but not smoking, add bok choy and a sprinkle of salt. Cook for two minutes. Meanwhile in a small dish, combine 2 tbsp water, 1 tbsp soy sauce and a tbsp of butter. Add the sauce and saute until bok choy is crisp tender. Serve immediately.

 

[liamandcaili]

Another newbie to this thread. I'm tired of making the same stuff all the time and have been trying new recipes this week. This one sounds like something my noodle loving kids would love.

Can anyone share the recipe??

Thanks!!

Here's my super easy, really lazy mac and cheese recipe. My kids love it.

1/2 lb macaroni, whatever shape you like, but smaller, like elbows, works best
2 tbsp butter
1 c grated sharp cheddar cheese (or whatever cheese you like. I've used monterey jack, gruyere, or even pre-packaged grated mixes in a pinch)
2 tbsp Velvetta or 1-2 slices American cheese
1/2 c milk

Cook the pasta in boiling, salted water, according to box directions. Drain, and return to pot with butter, cheese, and Velveeta (or American cheese). Turn stovetop to low. When cheese starts to melt, add the milk and heat through. If the macaroni mixture is too thick, add more milk. The Velveeta or American cheese acts as a binder and makes the mac and cheese smooth. If you want to make this a little more grown-up, you can add some dijon mustard to the cheese mix and you can top it with parmesan bread crumbs and bake it until the crumbs are browning.

 

[weregoingtodw]

Hey Guys, Not feeling great but wanted to check in and let you guys know:

I just bought a Le Creuset pot and if you spend over $159, you get a $70 utensil set for free...add it to the cart and the discount is taken at checkout...

I'll come back later to follow up...just feel horrible...

I've seen Le Creuset at TJ Maxx from time to time also.

Feel better!

 

[TigerKat]

This is just so inaccurate. I never hit a fire hydrant (that was my mom), and I backed into a Lincoln, not a Cadillac. It was probably really bad timing since it was a week before Christmas, but what the heck was a car doing parked across the street from my house? Okay, I did drive into a telephone wire, but that was only because a McDonald's milkshake spilled all over the passenger side and I thought I could save it without taking my foot off the brake. I was wrong. This was all a long, long time ago, and I've since discovered the car's side mirrors. They really help when backing up and avoiding stuff.

This is priceless!

 

[FormrCastMbr]

Restaurant dot com is having a sale on gift certificates...you get 60%+ off using the code "EASY"...

We just got 2 x $25 certs for $8!!! Terms may vary but we can use 1 certificate/once a month at the restaurant we picked.

Still not feeling great but a little better...hope all is well...I will be better at responding tomorrow...just couldn't let this deal pass for my friends.

 

[LindsayDunn228]

Hi, everyone! Welcome to all the newbies! Post away!

This is not a clique!!!!!!!!!!!

All we do is talk about what's for dinner, share and compare recipes, and a few "can you believe what happened to me today?!" stories. No need to feel shy posting here.

We are going out today, probably to Ruby Tuesday's. So no cooking for me!

WFD at your house?

ETA: For you new guys who read my opening posts, here's a little info. My brother-in-law recently got engaged to a very good friend of mine. Whenever you see me talking about Robin and Kevin, that's who they are.

***Update on last night***
It was odd, to say the least. Due to working late, traffic, and having to get gas, they didn't get here until 6:45. I was SOOOOOOOOO glad I ended up not cooking. I got pizza instead. It was a little awkward. At the table, it mainly consisted of me and Kevin, me and Robin, Robin and Kevin, and Scott and Kevin talking. Robin acted like herself, just really tired. She is on call this weekend and her cell rang during dinner. Scott got up to use to bathroom and I mouthed to Kevin that Scott was a nervous wreck. He nodded and said he knew. They had gone into the office and done some computer stuff and they had talked about what was going on.

After dinner we went into the living room to watch Ratatouille. A few minutes into it I leaned over and asked Scott if he was ok. He said no. 30 minutes into the movie Robin fell asleep. Unbeknownst to Scott, Kevin and mouthed to each other off and on through the whole movie. Both of us ending with, "I don't know what to do!" lol!

They left after the movie. It was about 10:30. Kevin left his watch. I texted him about it and he said he'd come get it this morning and we could talk more then. I am truly woried about Scott. If you could have read the e-mail. I can totally understand why he is shell-shocked. Robin HAD to know that it would upset Scott. All he wants is an apology from her and I don't think he's going to get one. I think she knows what she did and is just going to act like it didn't happen.

Oh well. Sorry for such a long post. But there's your update!

 

[Nancyg56]

Good morning All!

Lauren- I hope that you feel better today! You are really testing my newfound ability to not shop here, girl! I am a sucker for kitchen anything and I want new pans and pots. Then Buddy had home shopping on this morning and all I saw was kitchen appliances and stainless cookware

Lindsay- I don't know what to say. I hope that this behavior of hers is not an indication of things to come. If it is, your BIL is going to have his hands full.

Laura- I completely understand your driving issues. They could happen to anyone......believe me.....

Dinner last night was Red Robin for me as well as Kady and Buddy. Kady found out I was going to be alone so she made an invitation for me. I really did not want to go but how could I saw no to "Dinner and a Movie" (Alvin and the Chipmunks)?

Tonight we are celebrating Buddy's birthday so I am cooking a boneless prime rib, pork chops for Marisa, mashed potatoes, a veggie or two, salad, garlic bread and cake. I think I will buy one, my afternoon is fully booked. My DH Aunt is alone during the day. Her DD and DGD leave early in the morning for work and return home after dark. She does not drive, almost never leaves the house and has it closed like Fort Knox. She heard someone try to get in through the hatchway yesterday so I am bringing my Bronco over to leave in the driveway. I know I will be there a while. We told her to call the police so that they can patrol the street. I also have to get to my aunts to fix her pills and bring her some dinners and soup.

 

[HERSEY]

Nancy I hope your Aunt will be ok. It can be very scarey to be alone all day.

Lindsay I hope everything works it's self out for all your sanity. I hope Robin is not one to speak before she thinks.

Not at all sure what is for dinner yet. Last nights pizza was ok but not my best.

I'm in a bit of a funk since I can't scan over our old recipes for ideas.

 

[FormrCastMbr]

How can you make fun of her for driving a golf cart into a store? You, who have driven into many things, should understand.

For example, folks, one time she drove her car right into the support wire for a telephone pole! If I recall correctly, she backed her car into a fire hydrant one time too. And then there was the time she backed her car right into the Cadillac belonging to the lady across the street...I could go on....

I must admit, the personal vignettes are totally cracking me up.

Don't leave us, we're a fun, great group!

This is just so inaccurate. I never hit a fire hydrant (that was my mom), and I backed into a Lincoln, not a Cadillac. It was probably really bad timing since it was a week before Christmas, but what the heck was a car doing parked across the street from my house? Okay, I did drive into a telephone wire, but that was only because a McDonald's milkshake spilled all over the passenger side and I thought I could save it without taking my foot off the brake. I was wrong. This was all a long, long time ago, and I've since discovered the car's side mirrors. They really help when backing up and avoiding stuff.

I hope you feel better, Lauren!

I am feeling a bit better...thanks!

Feel better!

Thanks!

Good morning All!

Lauren- I hope that you feel better today! You are really testing my newfound ability to not shop here, girl! I am a sucker for kitchen anything and I want new pans and pots. Then Buddy had home shopping on this morning and all I saw was kitchen appliances and stainless cookware

Dinner last night was Red Robin for me as well as Kady and Buddy.

Tonight we are celebrating Buddy's birthday

I guess I went a little over board yesterday with the shopping but it always make me feel better... It soulds like you have a great night...

HAPPY BIRTHDAY BUDDY!!!

*************
I am feeling a little better. Thank you for the well wishes and the for good luck wishes for Andrew.

We have a lot of errands and stuff to do downstairs so we are going out to eat tonight. Going to a new place for us right in town. Should be nice; they are right on the river.

Have a great day all!

 

[liamsaunt]

So, I did end up making breakfast for dinner last night. Here is DH's plate. There are poached eggs, some spicy chicken breakfast sausage, hash browns, crusty bread, and roasted tomato. See, the tomato makes this dinner healthy!

Tonight Laura and the kids are coming for a sleepover and we are making fish and chips and cole slaw. Another completely healthy and balanced nutritious meal!

 

[spalady]

I think I am going to make potato soup tonight.

 

[TigerKat]

BUDDY -

WFD - It's cold, 50 degrees is cold for us, and rainy so I'm making a huge pot of vegetable soup. The sweet folks at the nursing home will be getting some.

I really miss our recipes too.

 

[YachtClubWoman]

I have not been posting but check this thread out everyday except last week as I was in Europe for work. So now I am being nosy- what happened to the thread?