Hydaelyn Role-Players

For some who do know me, I am a big lover of foods. So, many, foods.

Now that I have my hands on a pretty pretty recipe that may or may not include the word 'bara' in it... I would like to invite everyone to share pics, recipes, names, etc. of some of the most delicious foods you've ever had.

Or describe certain foods! I love learning about them.

This sounds stupid but it's only been in recent years that I've found out that I like burgers. I know right? WEIRD!

Steak fries are the best. So is beef. So is rice. So what's even better? LOMO SALTADO.


I love cheese. Especially cheese stuffed into something. Like peppers. LIKE CHILE RELLENO.


There's something so simple but delicious about boiled chicken that.. I don't know. Hainan Chicken is pretty awesome. Some preparations call for dumping the hot chicken in like an ice water bath to kinda gelatinize the skin. Broths used in the cooking of the chicken may or may not be used in the prep of the rice and/or served with the rice.

THIS THREAD IS MY JAM!

....except I'm at my work comp and the pics of dishes I've made are all there. :c

BUT! I SHALL SHARE THEM!!

I freakin' love to cook. It's probably the easiest way I can show love to someone is to make them something they enjoy. I've heard enough soft and squishy words to know they can be thrown out. But food? Food don't lie. Food says "I love you and I will hug your guts to show you I love you." Food tells a story of hundreds of hands making one dish flawless. Food nurtures soul as well as body.

I love cooking. And I shall drown this thread.

DROWN IT!

There's a food that used to be synonymous with my father's side of the family. Whenever we got together for a big meal, there was always a huge plate of it ready to be inhaled by all those present. And that was flank steak.



(Oh my god, I haven't had flank steak in forever; why do I do this to myself?)

Also, being Jewish, I have a sizable fondness for Matzo Ball Soup. You can actually buy jars of it at grocery stores, but it never quite matches what my grandmother used to make...



There's also a dish my mother makes and I love to have when I can. It's a surprisingly simple tuna casserole.



And, on a more fatty-fat-fat note, I love both mushrooms and bacon, so I have to get this whenever Wendy's has it hit the menu (like it recently did):



It's so filling and derishus, I can't halp it.

Actually, there's a ton of food I'd like to have more often, but usually don't. I think my biggest issue at the moment is that I took cooking lessons a while back, but I've completely forgotten them. So, I often find myself making microwavable things, sandwiches, or being the ultimate in lazy and getting fast food. So getting something more substantial would require going to a more upscale place and spending more of the cash dollars.

I still find myself wanting to actually try making something for myself from time to time, but I have none of the tools and keep forgetting to ask folks what a "basic set" of cooking tools I should be getting if I want to try to start cooking for myself. Sauce pans? Skillets? Measuring spoons? Spices? WHAT DO!?

Favorite for the holidays (or any time) is my food hero Alton Brown and his creamy garlic mashed potatoes.

Recipe:
http://www.foodnetwork.com/recipes/alton...ecipe.html

With half&half in the mix, they come out stupid creamy and does not require gravy (though also tasty with gravy). They are requested year after year for holidays.
Easy to make and easier to devour.

I'm so obsessed with this one game that I have a lot less drive to do one of the nice things I did.

Like cooking.

I used to cook these things a lot.



Beef stew. Beef. Lima Beans. Celery. Potatoes. Slice of sourdough (bought cause lolidkhowtomakebread)


Simple flap meat, onions, bell peppers.


For family get togethers my family could have used to always expect from me:
Stuffed shells, roasted mushrooms (so bad for you. Butter, lime, cilantro, garlic, some spices. But yeah... butter), and mashed potatoes.

Something I intend to try for this holiday season is Stuffed Peppadew (stuffed with Italian sausage)

Oh my god, ;u; I especially encourage the post pictures aspect of this. Foodpornyes!\o/
... I have nothing to contribute. I'm kind of forbidden to wield kitchen appliances/utensils unless under supervision. Both for my safety and the safety of others.
BUT, this is great for when I AM allowed to cook stuff! Show me how it's done! "Serve" me, if you will!


... I did make home-made eggnog that has to sit for two weeks. Pictures pending - in boyfriend's fridge. Recipe here!

I wish I had taken pictures of things my friends have cooked.

A couple of years ago on Pi day, many pies were made. One of them was a CURRY PIE. AND IT WAS DELICIOUS. The nice flaky pie dough crust soaking in the curry. IT WAS LIKE A POT PIE BUT IT WAS CURRY INSTEAD
(Pssssssst)

(12-18-2014, 10:53 AM)Kage Wrote: [ -> ]I wish I had taken pictures of things my friends have cooked.

A couple of years ago on Pi day, many pies were made. One of them was a CURRY PIE. AND IT WAS DELICIOUS. The nice flaky pie dough crust soaking in the curry. IT WAS LIKE A POT PIE BUT IT WAS CURRY INSTEAD
(Pssssssst)

I DEMAND A RECIPE!

You can't just share that without forking over a recipe! It's cruel. And unusual.

(12-18-2014, 10:28 AM)Gegenji Wrote: [ -> ]And, on a more fatty-fat-fat note, I love both mushrooms and bacon, so I have to get this whenever Wendy's has it hit the menu (like it recently did):



It's so filling and derishus, I can't halp it.

Cheddar and bacon and mushrooms and cheeseburger are a magical combination and you should never feel bad for that. <3

(12-18-2014, 10:28 AM)Gegenji Wrote: [ -> ]Actually, there's a ton of food I'd like to have more often, but usually don't. I think my biggest issue at the moment is that I took cooking lessons a while back, but I've completely forgotten them. So, I often find myself making microwavable things, sandwiches, or being the ultimate in lazy and getting fast food. So getting something more substantial would require going to a more upscale place and spending more of the cash dollars.

I still find myself wanting to actually try making something for myself from time to time, but I have none of the tools and keep forgetting to ask folks what a "basic set" of cooking tools I should be getting if I want to try to start cooking for myself. Sauce pans? Skillets? Measuring spoons? Spices? WHAT DO!?

The basics are easy. Couple of sauce pans of different sizes. One large skillet. One big pot for boiling stuff. One big stirring spoon, one slotted spoon and one pasta fork. That's all you need to get things started. <3

If you like, a set of measuring spoons and a couple sets of measuring cups (one for dry one for wet) wouldn't be bad either, especially if you're not sure you can "eyeball" amounts. The only time I use precision measurements is when I'm baking things. Otherwise, it's all done by sprinkling and tasting.

Speaking of sprinkling, the best and most used spices I tend to use are salt, pepper, garlic powder, oregano, basil, cumin, nutmeg and Old Bay seasoning. Also I tend to keep one bottle of white and one bottle of red cooking wine at all times, though not everything I make requires it. Still, it's come up enough that I feel like I need a bottle always.

That's my .02 and I'm sure that others will toss theirs as well...but I hope that helps. <3

(12-18-2014, 11:01 AM)Kitty Wizard Wrote: [ -> ]

(12-18-2014, 10:53 AM)Kage Wrote: [ -> ]I wish I had taken pictures of things my friends have cooked.

A couple of years ago on Pi day, many pies were made. One of them was a CURRY PIE. AND IT WAS DELICIOUS. The nice flaky pie dough crust soaking in the curry. IT WAS LIKE A POT PIE BUT IT WAS CURRY INSTEAD
(Pssssssst)

I DEMAND A RECIPE!

You can't just share that without forking over a recipe! It's cruel. And unusual.

As one of the people who made the curry pie, it was your standard box curry (add some potatoes, onions and carrots, maybe beef or chicken), thickened a little bit (just use a little less water or boil some out), put in a pie crust and then baked. 

Recipe:

(12-18-2014, 11:07 AM)Unnamed Mercenary Wrote: [ -> ]

(12-18-2014, 11:01 AM)Kitty Wizard Wrote: [ -> ]

(12-18-2014, 10:53 AM)Kage Wrote: [ -> ]I wish I had taken pictures of things my friends have cooked.

A couple of years ago on Pi day, many pies were made. One of them was a CURRY PIE. AND IT WAS DELICIOUS. The nice flaky pie dough crust soaking in the curry. IT WAS LIKE A POT PIE BUT IT WAS CURRY INSTEAD
(Pssssssst)

I DEMAND A RECIPE!

You can't just share that without forking over a recipe! It's cruel. And unusual.

As one of the people who made the curry pie, it was your standard box [Japanese] curry (add some potatoes, onions and carrots, maybe beef or chicken), thickened a little bit (just use a little less water or boil some out), put in a pie crust and then baked. 

Things of note when using the boxed Japanese curry mix! To make it work better, use your knife to cut the curry blocks up into much smaller chunks than what they pre arrange for you. Easier time mixing it up.

Alrighty! I'm home! TIME FOR SOME FOOD!!



Sausage, Egg and Cheese Boats
recipe follows:

INGREDIENTS
2 baguettes cut in half or 4 demi-baguettes
8 large eggs
1/4 cup heavy cream
1 lb. Italian sausage
1 cup shredded gruyere or white cheddar
1 tsp chives
salt and pepper

Preheat oven to 350.

Saute sausage in skillet until cooked through, remove and drain.

Cut a V-shape in to the top of your baguettes with a sharp bread knife and remove top. Scoop out insides of bread with a spoon, leaving about a 1/2 inch on the bottom and sides of each baguette. Arrange baguettes on a baking sheet.

In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, heavy cream, cheese, chives and sausage. Season with salt and pepper.

Pour the mixture evenly among the four baguettes. Place in the oven for about 20 minutes or until eggs are puffed and slightly moist. Let rest for about three minutes.

Serve warm

I had tried to make my own curry roux but it didn't turn out how I liked, so I've adapted the recipe to include packaged curry roux. It's just easier. XD Also this would work with boneless skinless chicken breast cutlets!

Pork Katsu Kare
recipe follows

INGREDIENTS
1 lb. boneless pork chops
1 pkg curry roux, finely chopped
1 potato, washed, peeled and grated
1 or 2 carrots, washed, peeled and grated
1 large onion, grated
1/2 apple, washed, cored and grated
1 cup panko breadcrumbs
3 eggs
2 cups all-purpose flour
salt and pepper
olive oil
vegetable oil
3 cloves garlic, grated
1/2 tsp. ginger
approx 2 cups water
your favorite rice

Lightly coat bottom of a sauce pot with olive oil and warm. Once oil is at temperature, sautee the garlic and ginger until fragrant. Sautee grated onion, carrot and potato together until lightly coated and fragrant, about four or five minutes.

Pour water in to pot and bring to a boil. Once boiling, reduce to a simmer and stir in the curry roux. Stir and let simmer for about 10 to 15 minutes or until curry is thick.

In a fryer or large iron skillet, pour approximately 1 1/2 inches of vegetable oil and heat to medium. Lightly salt and pepper the pork chops on both sides. Dredge pork in flour, then dip in egg, then coat with panko. Drop your breaded porkchops in to fryer and fry until golden brown. Place on a rack with paper towels beneath to drain and cool.

Stir in grated apple in to curry and let simmer for another minute or two. At this point your curry should be at the state you want it to be--if you like thinner curry, add some water.

Serve your favorite rice on one side of dish. Cut pork chop into strips and place alongside rice. Pour curry on other side, making sure some drenches the pork strips. Serve hot.

UUUUUgh I love baking! Can I post baking rather than cooking things?

Gooey Ginger Cookies (cause Christmas needs gingerbread)



Ingredients: 
3/4 cups salted butter
1 cup sugar
1 egg
1/4 cup dark molasses
2-1/4 cups all-purpose flour
1 tsp ground ginger
1 tsp baking soda
3/4 tsp ground cinnamon
1/2 tsp ground cloves
1/4 tsp salt
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1/4 cup extra sugar

Instructions:

1. In a mixing bowl, combine the butter and sugar. Once fully blended, add egg and molasses.
   
2. In a separate bowl combine all dry ingredients. 
   
3. Slowly add dry ingredients to the mixing bowl (while mixer is on low)
   
4. Once mixed, put dough in the fridge for an hour.
   
5. Heat the oven to 350 degrees and roll the dough into small 1" balls.
   OPTIONAL: roll in the extra sugar
   
6. Place on cookie sheet and bake for 10-15 minutes.
   
7. Let cool AND EAT THEM ALL BECAUSE THEY'RE SO GOOD
   

Clicking on this thread while hungry was a horrible mistake.

I have nothing to add except: Don't do what I have done, it all looks so yummy. >.<