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Posted By: pizzaboy

Tonight's Dinner - 09/19/07 11:46 PM

Okay, what'd everyone eat for dinner tonight?

I had a lovely tomato salad, with red onions and basil. Then we had nice roasted cornish hens, stuffed with wild rice and peas. And as a vegetable, we had ecarole and white cannellini beans, sauteed in garlic and olive oil. For dessert, I just had a small cup of lemon sherbet with a couple of mini-biscotti.

I'm full, not stuffed, but just right. ;\)
Posted By: J Geoff

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 09/20/07 12:38 AM


Not quite as fancy as yours, I made an ol' college favorite:

Mac'n Cheese Tuna Casserole \:D

The recipe would appear on the box now and then. Prepare Mac'n Cheese as directed, then add in a can of condensed Cream of Mushroom soup, another 1/4 cup or so of milk, a can of tuna (in water \:p , and with the water), a cup of peas (preferably frozen), salt & pepper. Heat under low heat.

The leftovers are great cold

Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 09/20/07 01:15 AM

Funny you should mention frozen peas. I loathe canned vegetables, and always cook frozen if I can't get fresh. However, peas are the ONLY vegetable that I prefer canned.

Today is my daughter's birthday, and she insisted on eating at Cheeburger, Cheeburger. I have to tell you, it's not bad. I have yet to save enough room for one of their shakes. They have over 30 flavors, and I pore over the menu throughout half the meal. Then I realize how full I am, and I never end up ordering one. Dying to try either the frozen hot chocolate or the three musketeers.
Posted By: Mignon

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 09/20/07 01:23 AM

Sloppy joes
Posted By: The Italian Stallionette

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 09/20/07 01:27 AM

I haven't had a cheeseburger in a while. It sounds pretty good. For me tonight though BBQ chicken & a salad. \:\)

TIS
Posted By: Don Cardi

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 09/20/07 11:55 AM

Last night I BBQed some really nice Rib Eye steaks. They were so tender and delicious. The wife made a nice fresh tomato and basil salad in olive oil, some baked potatoes and fresh sautéed spinach with garlic.
Posted By: Mignon

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 09/20/07 11:59 AM

 Originally Posted By: Don Cardi
Last night I BBQed some really nice Rib Eye steaks. They were so tender and delicious.


Just melted in your mouth huh?
Posted By: Don Cardi

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 09/20/07 12:13 PM

 Originally Posted By: Mignon
 Originally Posted By: Don Cardi
Last night I BBQed some really nice Rib Eye steaks. They were so tender and delicious.


Just melted in your mouth huh?


Absolutely!
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 09/20/07 02:06 PM

 Originally Posted By: Don Cardi
Last night I BBQed some really nice Rib Eye steaks. They were so tender and delicious. The wife made a nice fresh tomato and basil salad in olive oil, some baked potatoes and fresh sautéed spinach with garlic.


But were they rare????
Posted By: pizzaboy

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 09/20/07 02:07 PM

I'm with Babe. Gimme meat blood rare, raw even.
Posted By: Longneck

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 09/20/07 03:21 PM

Corn flake chicken, the best damn homemade mashed potatoes ever, green beans, and a pepsi.

It was awesome.
Posted By: SC

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 09/20/07 03:23 PM

 Originally Posted By: Longneck
Corn flake chicken......


I've heard of that... what exactly is it?? Fried chicken?
Posted By: pizzaboy

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 09/20/07 03:24 PM

Yeah, instead of flour or cornmeal, they use corn flakes. I've had it while driving down south, it's delicious.
Posted By: Longneck

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 09/20/07 04:00 PM

Pizza boy explained it pretty well. And it is delicious.
Posted By: Don Cardi

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 09/20/07 04:02 PM

 Originally Posted By: Sicilian Babe
 Originally Posted By: Don Cardi
Last night I BBQed some really nice Rib Eye steaks. They were so tender and delicious. The wife made a nice fresh tomato and basil salad in olive oil, some baked potatoes and fresh sautéed spinach with garlic.


But were they rare????


3 Med - Rare and 1 Med - Well.

This ain't no Luger's where they tell you how to eat it!
Posted By: Mignon

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 09/20/07 04:53 PM

 Originally Posted By: pizzaboy
I'm with Babe. Gimme meat blood rare, raw even.


Why don't you just drink a glass of blood for dinner? Whatever trips your trigger.
Posted By: J Geoff

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 09/20/07 05:00 PM


I guess Bloodwurst is out of the question, huh Mig? \:x
Posted By: Mignon

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 09/20/07 05:13 PM

I'll pass on that Geoffy.
Posted By: Don Cardi

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 09/20/07 08:01 PM

 Originally Posted By: Mignon
I'll pass on that Geoffy.


Hey Miggy, how about a little Sanguinach?


Sanguinach ; a blood spread made with the pig's blood, cooked must, nuts, chocolate, sugar, fresh bread crumbs, and orange peels.
Posted By: Mignon

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 09/20/07 10:59 PM

Do you think I'm a vampiress?
Posted By: pizzaboy

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 09/20/07 11:10 PM

Okay, tonight we had rotisserie chickens that I picked up at Stew's. I made a nice cucumber and tomato salad and sauteed some nice portobella mushrooms in olive oil, garlic and a splash of balsamic vinegar. A nice, light and healthy meal.
Posted By: Don Cardi

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 09/20/07 11:42 PM

Grilled Chicken Siciliana.

Garlic sauteed grilled chicken.
Thinly sliced fresh eggplant sauteed in olive oil and balsamic vinegar.
Mozzarella.

I grilled the eggplant first. Then grilled the chicken until it was about 3/4 done. I then placed a slice of eggplant on top of each slice of chicken and then topped each one off with a slice of Mozzarella. Then let it cook the rest of the way until the Mozzarella was melted. As sides we had a nice tomato and Romanian lettuce salad, and steamed broccoli with a little bit of garlic and olive oil poured over it.
Posted By: Mignon

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 09/21/07 12:40 AM

Pizza
Posted By: The Italian Stallionette

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 09/21/07 02:05 AM

Steak for me!! \:D Salad, garlic toast and ice tea. \:\)



TIS
Posted By: svsg

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 09/21/07 05:03 AM

A great (and fat) veggie sandwich on Foccacia bread, with eggplant, sun dried tomatoes, tomatoes, green peppers, onion, lettuce, sprouts with swiss cheese and tomato pesto sauce. That was in the evening at my school cafeteria. I got a little hungry again and just finished eating a bowl of raisin-bran with cold milk \:\)
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 09/21/07 05:41 AM

Pot roast, egg noodles, carrots and steamed spinach.
Posted By: klydon1

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 09/22/07 01:05 AM

Grilled chicken with sauteed zuchini, thinly sliced. Oh, and seasoned rice.
Posted By: Don Cardi

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 09/22/07 02:24 AM

Today at 01:41 AM :
 Originally Posted By: Sicilian Babe
Pot roast, egg noodles, carrots and steamed spinach.



Boy, you eat dinner at a strange time! \:p ;\)
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 09/22/07 02:48 AM

I was so full from dinner that I staggered over to the couch and fell asleep. THEN I woke up and posted.
Posted By: Don Cardi

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 09/22/07 02:53 AM

 Originally Posted By: Sicilian Babe
I was so full from dinner that I staggered over to the couch and fell asleep. THEN I woke up and posted.


Staggered over to the couch because you were full of food, or full of wine? ;\)
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 09/22/07 02:57 AM

Definitely FOOD. Pot roast and egg noodles is a rather hefty duo. I wish there had been wine. Alas, no wine.
Posted By: J Geoff

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 09/22/07 03:28 AM


I finished the second half of that sandwich for lunch, then was out running errands and stopped at Arby's for the first time in years (I used to love Arby's but there wasn't one near me until now)... too bad something about the meat skeved me in the middle of it, so tossed it. \:\/ So I guess my dinner was a can of Progresso Lentil soup... \:\/
Posted By: klydon1

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 09/22/07 04:04 AM

I've loved Progresso Lentil soup for over 30 years, Geoff.
Posted By: J Geoff

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 09/22/07 05:45 AM


Progresso is the only good soup out of the can... Campbell's condensed is only good for adding to recipes...
Posted By: klydon1

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 09/22/07 06:03 PM

 Originally Posted By: J Geoff

Progresso is the only good soup out of the can... Campbell's condensed is only good for adding to recipes...


Amen. My kids always loved the chickarina- chicken soup with meatballs.
Posted By: The Italian Stallionette

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 09/22/07 06:06 PM

Actually I'm already thinking about tonight's dinner and it's still morning here. \:p I don't have anything in mind, nothing out of the freezer and ready to prepare. I'm having one of those moments of maybe picking something up and/or going out to eat; and or have one of those last minute throw something together
"anything"dinner. Hmmm. It'll be a mystery I guess even to me, until dinner time. \:\)


TIS
Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 09/22/07 06:42 PM

Sausages with roasted potatoes,peppers,onions and tomatoes!
Fruit meringues covered in chocolate sauce!

LOVELY
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 09/23/07 03:34 AM

Baked ham, macaroni and cheese, baked beans, salad, rye bread and chocolate cake. Damn, now I'm hungry.
Posted By: svsg

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 09/23/07 03:43 AM

 Originally Posted By: Sicilian Babe
Baked him

whom? ;\)
Posted By: J Geoff

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 09/23/07 05:03 AM


Tonight's dinner was courtesy of the bride and groom I worked video for... a buffet, so a little of this, and a little of that. It was at Shadowbrook -- pretty fancy place -- ironically the same reception room where my soon-to-be-divorced friends had theirs...

Places like this really charge $100-200 per wedding guest?? \:o I think I need to make my checks a bit bigger next time I'm invited.... ...and I hope my first child really is a masculine child!!!!
Posted By: klydon1

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 09/23/07 08:22 AM

Yesterday, in preparation for dinner, I tenderized and marinated some steaks and boneless chicken breasts for the grill. By 3:00PM my wife told me that she and a couple of her friends would be going out to dinner. My middle son was going to a friend's house and my older son and daughter would be babysitting the nine year old, Down Syndrome son of one of the women going out tonight with my wife.

I didn't feel like making the dinner just for me, so I'llmake it later today with roasted potatoes and carrots, and baked beans between football games. My wife said she will make ziti and broccoli in oil and garlic, which is outstanding.

Anyway, last night as I had the house to myself for a while, I was thinking about getting a deli sandwich or Chinese, but settled for a frozen dinner I found in the freezer: Boston Market meat loaf. It was okay.
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 09/23/07 06:18 PM

You had the house to yourself??? Geez, what's that like?? It must be so nice. I feel like the people in my house never leave.

Those steaks are bound to be good and tender tonight, klyd.
Posted By: XDCX

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 09/23/07 08:30 PM

Last night, my dad fired up the grill and cooked some VERY nice rib-eye steaks. I had mine medium-rare. Man...my dad cooks the best steaks in the world.
Posted By: dontomasso

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 09/23/07 11:53 PM

I am in Athens, Georgia getting set to try a case starting tomorrow (Monday). Have been here since Friday. This is a georgeous college town, and tonight I had a radicchio salads and
a pizza with artichokes and olives cooked in a wood fire brick oven imported from Italy, with a galss of rose Pinot Grigio. This restaurant, called "Bischero," stands up to anyplace I've been anywhere. They make their pasta fresh daily. I'm going back tomorrow night. Who knew?
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 09/24/07 12:06 AM

I had leftover ham. I think I'm going to be very sick of ham in a few days.
Posted By: J Geoff

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 09/24/07 01:51 AM


Penne w/ Shrimp and Mixed Vegetables in Oil & Garlic, and a salad and a roll... No, I didn't cook it, I'm too lazy. ;\)
Posted By: The Italian Stallionette

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 09/24/07 01:55 AM

Geez, you guys eat good all the time. Everthing sounds wonderful.

DT that pizza with artichoke and olives sounds really good. \:\)


TIS
Posted By: J Geoff

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 09/24/07 04:51 AM

 Originally Posted By: The Italian Stallionette
Geez, you guys eat good all the time....

Um, no... at least I don't -- I don't mention the shitty meals (unless they're REALLY shitty) ;\)
Posted By: The Italian Stallionette

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 09/24/07 12:24 PM

Speaking of shitty meals, there's another topic. I would guess most of us have had shitty meals when we "go out" to eat. I mean I never cook with the intention of "I think I'll make a shitty meal tonight." Maybe not that great, edible....but not shitty.

TIS
Posted By: XDCX

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 09/24/07 12:30 PM

We had some fish the other night. It was pretty "crappie".
Posted By: Longneck

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 09/24/07 01:03 PM

Worked 4-10:30 so I ate some Papa John's pizza when I got home, this morninng I am wishing I hadn't.
Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 09/24/07 03:09 PM

Mrs. Yogi has been baking today so it is home made quiche tonight \:\)
With steamed vegetables i think?
Posted By: pizzaboy

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 09/24/07 09:38 PM

I picked up some nice lamb neck today. I'm going to barbecue it, along with some eggplants and zucchini.
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 09/25/07 02:00 AM

Some stuffed rigatoni, with tomato sauce made from our garden tomatoes, a nice piece of pork, and some meatballs.
Posted By: Mignon

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 09/25/07 02:04 AM

Spaghetti
Posted By: SC

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 09/25/07 03:00 AM

 Originally Posted By: Mignon
Spaghetti


What kind of can opener do you use when you make your spaghetti?

Sorry, Migster.... I couldn't resist. \:p
Posted By: The Italian Stallionette

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 09/25/07 03:04 AM

I haven't made spaghetti in a while. It sounds really good. :)Meatballs/Italian sausage and maybe some eggplant parm. Hmmm...I can smell the sauce cooking now.
\:\)

TIS
Posted By: Mignon

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 09/25/07 03:26 AM

 Originally Posted By: SC
 Originally Posted By: Mignon
Spaghetti


What kind of can opener do you use when you make your spaghetti?

Sorry, Migster.... I couldn't resist. \:p


I guess I left myself open for that one huh?
Posted By: J Geoff

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 09/25/07 03:36 AM


I finished my penne dish from last night, then later was a bad boy and got an order of hot wings at the bar.... and after I was all proud of myself for losing 2 pounds \:\/
Posted By: SC

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 09/25/07 07:13 AM

 Originally Posted By: J Geoff
I finished my penne dish from last night, then later was a bad boy and got an order of hot wings at the bar.... and after I was all proud of myself for losing 2 pounds


Maybe you should try "Turi's British Diet". You simply go to a bar every night and lose at least 10 pounds daily.
Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 09/25/07 03:18 PM

Chicken curry tonight
Posted By: Signor Vitelli

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 09/25/07 03:37 PM

 Originally Posted By: SC
Maybe you should try "Turi's British Diet". You simply go to a bar every night and lose at least 10 pounds daily.


Detouring OT (temporarily), there's a Canadian show on The Food Network called Glutton for Punishment. In a recent episode, the host went to Ireland to either prove or disprove the urban legend of "The Guinness Diet". Legend has it that Guinness has all the nutrients you need to survive - nothing else is necessary. Under a doctor's supervision (who thought it was a mistake), the host tried to live on nothing but Guinness for five days. Friends tried to tempt him with all sorts of food, but he was determined to try and go a full five days without touching anything else but Guinness - and also win a friendly wager in the process.

How did he do?

Warning, Spoiler:
He made it - barely.


Veering back on-topic, yesterday I made a sauteed chicken breast fillet coated with salt, fresh black pepper and basil. Served this up with a heapin' helpin' of thin spaghetti in garlic and oil (which also includes parsley, black pepper, a little chicken broth and a pinch or two of Italian seasoning).

True comfort food. ;\)

Signor V.
Posted By: pizzaboy

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 09/25/07 11:25 PM

My belly's been really cooperating with me lately, so I tempted fate a bit tonight. We had nice fresh cavatelli with broccoli rabe, hot sausage and sun dried tomatoes and a nice garden salad with crumbled feta cheese and Greek olives. For dessert, I just cut up some honeydew melon, but to be honest, it wasn't so sweet. But the pasta was perfetto.
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 09/25/07 11:58 PM

My mother was very proud of tonight's dinner. She bought two steaks that were on sale for $2.99/lb. However, when she looked at them, she realized that they had set the machine for $.0299, so she got two steaks for a nickel. I'm not even sure what cut they were, but they were pretty tasty after a nice marinade of wine and soy sauce. We had some rice and fresh broccoli along with her 5 cent steaks.
Posted By: Don Cardi

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 09/26/07 12:14 AM

I went to the butcher this afternoon and had him cut up a Perdue oven stuffer roaster. I made a marinade of teriyaki sauce, honey, garlic powder and sesame seeds. I marinated the oven stuffer in the sauce for about 3 hours.

Then I fired up the BBQ until it was piping hot. I lowered down the flame and slow cooked the oven stuffer pieces, turning the pieces every 10 minutes or so, for about an hour. Golden brown delicious.

A side of chopped spinach sauteed in olive oil and fresh garlic, some boiled rice, and a nice iceberg lettuce and tomato salad rounded off the meal nicely.
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 09/26/07 01:13 AM

You sure did it the right way, DC. Chicken needs to be slow-cooked on the grill, or it just dries out. Mr. Babe likes to put the rotisserie on the grill and cook the chicken whole. YUM.

I never tried sesame seeds in my marinade. I'll have to give it a shot. Sounds delicious!
Posted By: J Geoff

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 09/26/07 02:15 AM


My gourmet dinner tonight consisted of Chicken Fettuccini w/ Broccoli and later a bowl of Sesame Teriyaki Noodles
Posted By: klydon1

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 09/26/07 02:49 AM

 Originally Posted By: Sicilian Babe
You had the house to yourself??? Geez, what's that like?? It must be so nice. I feel like the people in my house never leave.

Those steaks are bound to be good and tender tonight, klyd.


The steaks were tender...though I wouldn't know. My sons had them Monday for dinner before I got home. \:\(

Everything was on hold for Sunday. Much to my dismay, the Steeler game was not broadcast locally because FOX had the game and the Eagles were on. I took the family to a nearby bar/restaurant with a million tvs to see the game. The place was a sea of black and gold, but we got a table late in the second quarter, so we had wings and burgers.
Posted By: Signor Vitelli

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 09/26/07 03:35 AM

 Originally Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas
Chicken curry tonight


Now that truly sounds delicious!

Restaurant? Take-away? Made it yourself?

Details! Tomatoes? Apples? Raisins? Coconut milk (I know, that's more Thai)? A nice chutney?

I am obviously, quite curious.

A few years back, I spent the better part of a month working on a chicken curry recipe. The magnificent aroma lingered on the walls for weeks.

I know, I'm quite strange that way. ;\)

Signor V.
Posted By: Mignon

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 09/26/07 03:36 AM

Leftovers
Posted By: bogey

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 09/26/07 05:10 PM

After I got home from work last night, I made myself some spaghetti and meat sauce. And damn, was it good. It's going to be tonight's dinner for a few days. \:D
Posted By: J Geoff

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 09/27/07 03:45 AM


This'll be an interesting food diary down the line... almost makes me wanna eat better to lessen the embarrassment! lol

Tonight I went out, on the way home from my class... had some pretty decent lamb shanks (a bit fatty, but otherwise pretty good) over garlic mashed potatoes (TOO much garlic - and coming from ME, the guy who likes to chomp on a raw garlic clove now and then, that means WAY too much garlic somehow!! \:o ) and gravy... w/ a seafood "bisque" starter... not bad for $12.95 tho... ;\)
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 09/27/07 10:43 AM

I made country style ribs on the grill. Damn they were good, although a bit crisp. Or as my dad would have said, Seared on the outside and juicy on the inside - his standard excuse for burning food on the grill.
Posted By: The Italian Stallionette

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 09/27/07 01:00 PM

Don't you hate it when you have say, leftover BBQ chicken, but....thrre is only one piece left. Not enough to fill me up. \:\/ I had that and a salad but didn't feel satisfied and didn't feel like cooking. So, I had a slice of bread with PB&J. I like PBJ but it didn't quite finish off my dinner. Such dilemmas. \:D

TIS
Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 09/27/07 01:12 PM

 Originally Posted By: Signor Vitelli
 Originally Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas
Chicken curry tonight


Now that truly sounds delicious!

Restaurant? Take-away? Made it yourself?

Details! Tomatoes? Apples? Raisins? Coconut milk (I know, that's more Thai)? A nice chutney?

I am obviously, quite curious.

A few years back, I spent the better part of a month working on a chicken curry recipe. The magnificent aroma lingered on the walls for weeks.

I know, I'm quite strange that way. ;\)

Signor V.

Oh i don't know SV!
It was one of my wife's creations,definitely home-made!
I will investigate and report back duly!
One thing i have never made is a curry...
Posted By: J Geoff

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 09/27/07 01:56 PM


There are just a few things I dislike in the food department, and I must say curry is one of them. And the fact that my apartment becomes consumed by that smell from my neighbors isn't helping.... \:\/
Posted By: Longneck

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 09/27/07 06:49 PM

Some kind of soup thing with fresh green beans, red potatoes, and polish sausage in a crock pot.
is for dinner tonight.
Posted By: Don Cardi

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 09/27/07 08:36 PM

Tonight is going to be a fun food night in my house. Tonight we are going to make :

Nachos Supreme
Buffalo wings
Mozzarella Sticks
Posted By: SC

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 09/27/07 08:41 PM

Franks and beans for me.

I have a feeling my cat won't be cuddling behind me tonight.
Posted By: J Geoff

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 09/28/07 01:43 AM


Went to the Bonefish Grill in Pinebrook, NJ, with Justin as I had to meet him for workstuff. Never been to one, but it was very good!

Started with an Espresso Martini with apps of Calamari (w/ marinara and Thai sweet hot sauces) and Fried Oysters. Then a glass of Ecco Domani Chianti with my Grilled Salmon (w/ the Pan Asian sauce) w/ steamed veggies. Very good for a chain! Anyone else been to one of these?
Posted By: J Geoff

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 09/28/07 01:48 AM

 Originally Posted By: SC
Franks and beans for me.

Posted By: The Italian Stallionette

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 09/28/07 02:11 AM

I really like calamari. I love deep fried. However, for those who cook it, how do you prepare it? I've cooked it myself flouring and frying it with potatoes. It's fantastic. It's a big pain in the neck to clean though. \:\/


TIS
Posted By: Mignon

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 09/28/07 02:19 AM

I didn't feel like cooking tonight so I had Papa Johns delivered.
Posted By: klydon1

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 09/28/07 02:23 AM

Pork tenderloin with roasted potatoes and carrots.
Posted By: JRCX

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 09/28/07 04:38 AM

http://www.seafoodchoices.com/smartchoices/species_char.php

Icelandic Arctic Charr -- as Geoff said, fried oysters and calamari... if you love salmon you will like this fish I never had before and was virtually uknown in the US 10 years ago. Now its still not very well known but not always from iceland, but farm raised in canada, USA... it was good, no doubt, but not up to the marketing hype of this new chain which is small, but sure to grow.

As for the Bonefish Martini -- Love champagne, love Stoli, love Cranberry, not sure I like all 3 in a "martini"... tasted more like just champagne with the reddish look to imply there was cranberry in it... no complaints, just nothing exciting... I was driving so I only had time to sample one martini and one glass of wine...

More interesting was a wedding I was at on Sunday... at least $150k -- cocktail hour food included rabbit (sicilian specialty), mini rice balls, "macaroni pie", and my favorite, fried whole sardines... gotta be real italian (european at the least) to love this stuff... too bad geoff cut out before the party began lol, be he does get "Hero of the Month Award" but thats another topic for another forum lol.
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 09/28/07 12:46 PM

JR! Where have you been? Nice to see you around again.

I am not a big fish fan. I love shellfish, but not fish fish, if that makes sense.

TIS, the only way I've ever prepared calamari is to put it in tomato sauce when I make a fish sauce for Christmas Eve. I have an excellent fish store that sells their calamari pre-cleaned. Of course, that's still not good enough for my mom, who will insist on cleaning it even further.
Posted By: JRCX

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 09/29/07 05:00 AM

Hi! Sorry to not be on here more often, killer busy season but its winding down and I hope to have more time for leisure... In any case, you are right, liking one type of fish is as varied as liking steak but not pork -- in fact, there are probably more varieties of fish/seafood than of land animals... I too love shellfish more than fish fish... squid is an isiplopod, so its not a fish or a shellfish, its something closer to octopus if anything... for thos who do like exotic and game meats, check out exoticmeats.com, never bought from them before, but anxious to, as soon as they get the bugs out of their site and i can finally order! \:\)
Posted By: J Geoff

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 09/29/07 05:27 AM

 Originally Posted By: JRCX
check out exoticmeats.com, never bought from them before, but anxious to, as soon as they get the bugs out of their site... \:\)
Bugs?? Maybe Gordon Ramsay should investigate! ;\)
Posted By: Signor Vitelli

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 09/30/07 01:54 AM

 Originally Posted By: J Geoff
 Originally Posted By: JRCX
check out exoticmeats.com, never bought from them before, but anxious to, as soon as they get the bugs out of their site... \:\)
Bugs?? Maybe Gordon Ramsay should investigate! ;\)


Or maybe Andrew Zimmern! This sounds like just the kind of thing he scarfs down on Bizarre Foods \:D

As for my dinner tonight: Linguine Carbonara. Homemade, of course. One of my signature dishes.

Absolutely not at all healthy, but what the hell - I'm worth it.

At least for tonight, I am. ;\)

Signor V.
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 09/30/07 02:40 AM

We went out to dinner tonight. Why is it so difficult to get beef cooked correctly? We ordered two prime rib dinners, one rare and one medium rare. They came out cooked properly, but they were ice cold. We sent them back. In heating them, the rare became medium rare and the medium rare became medium-to-well. I refused to eat mine. They then told me those were the last two prime rib dinners that they had, so they asked if I would have a strip steak in lieu of a prime rib. Fine. Mr. Babe took the formerly rare prime rib, since it was cooked to his liking, and they took the other one away. Now, Mr. Babe has his dinner and I have a glass of water. Finally, mine came, and it was cooked properly, but it had an immense nerve running through the middle of it, although I guess that wasn't their fault. At least they took it off the bill.

Needless to say, it was not quite the pleasant dining experience that we were hoping for.
Posted By: J Geoff

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 09/30/07 06:12 AM


Had my usual (lately) Saturday-night fare... Wedding Food. This wasn't a dinner buffet like the first two, but a plated dinner, at the Olde Mill Inn 1.5 hours away in Basking Ridge, NJ. The "hired help" didn't get an entree choice, so we (2 photogs, 2 video, and 1 DJ) were served some type of stuffed chicken w/ veggies. Not terrible -- I finished it -- but the previous two buffets were better I think. The cocktail hour buffet was just so-so, too... the calamari stunk... quite a shame for such a beautiful establishment. But free is always good! \:D
Posted By: J Geoff

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 09/30/07 10:24 PM


Tonight was less exciting but tasted better, from the local Chinese take-out: Hunan Chicken & Beef over rice w/ mixed veggies. When I'm hungry again later ( ;\) ), I'll finished it, or perhaps have one of the shrimp egg rolls I ordered for snacks... \:D

BTW, I almost always used to order the Chicken w/ Garlic Sauce combo (w/ brown rice and egg roll) but have been experimenting more lately cuz I've gotten sick of it lol...
Posted By: The Italian Stallionette

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 09/30/07 11:27 PM

Being the weekend, I am more inclined to cook. Tonight I made somthing I haven't made in quite a while, stuffed green peppers. Usually it's good on a winter's day. It's not that cold, but it sounded good. \:\) A fresh loaf of italian bread to dip in the tomato sauce is excellent.....but I didn't have a fresh loaf of Italian bread (I'm not that ambitious), but I did have french bread.

I made extra so I could heat another up tomorrow after I get home from work. I don't like spending too much time cooking during the week. \:\/

TIS
Posted By: Mignon

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 09/30/07 11:44 PM

I just got home from spending the weekend at my in-laws. Before I came back we had a GREAT hillbilly dinner.

Fried taters,fried green maters,slaw,green beans,corn and corn bread. YUMMY!! YUMMY!!
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/01/07 12:31 AM

We made a ham last weekend, so we held onto the bone and made split pea soup. It was quite good.
Posted By: bogey

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/01/07 01:32 AM

I made a grilled cheese with Pepperjack cheese earlier. It was pretty good. And I just had some dry Cheerio's. \:D
Posted By: The Italian Stallionette

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/01/07 01:46 AM

 Originally Posted By: bogey
I made a grilled cheese with Pepperjack cheese earlier. It was pretty good. And I just had some dry Cheerio's. \:D


Poor baby, You need some good food Bogey (no offense). Grill cheese good for old people like me, but you are a growing girl. I'll send ya some lasagna, eggplant parm, meatballs & sausage to put a little meat on your bones. ;\)

Btw, happy cruising!!!!! \:\)

TIS
Posted By: JRCX

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/01/07 05:01 AM

Hey Babe, where did you have this prime rib? I would send an email and/or letter... especially if it was in the NY area... I once pointed out to a client that I was served stale dinner roles... and at the risk of losing his business, I realized that I was trying to be a friend and he thanked me for it and said "My best customer is the one that tells me when something is wrong" -- I would give it a shot.

Last night, unlike Geoff and most situations, I got a choice of steak, chicken or Sea Bass... the Matre'd really boosted the Sea Bass with teriyaki sauce, sometimes us wedding photographers interpret that as "what do i need to get rid of first before it goes bad" but I honestly have to say it was quite good... in fact, all the food was good and the hospitality was great, Meadow Wood Manor in Dover get an A+ for food and hospitality... Cocktail hour food is always the best, this was especially good, mostly seafood-themed since the bride & groom were going to Fiji on their honeymoon, but there was duck, lobster, crab, plenty of shellfish and a GREAT mushroom ravioli, again, everything was exceptionally good, including the cooperation of the matre'd and staff service (for those getting married and looking for GOOD catering halls).

Tonight I decided to receed to my roots and had spaghetti, meatballs and sausage, plus had some Coppola Diamond Series Pinot Noir that was on Sale - - I try to adhere to tradition, even though tonight i was very tempted to go out because I was so tired... but like Sicilian Babe, i am so often disappointed with food, service and pricing, that I would stick with comfort food that I knew cannot go wrong (-:
Posted By: J Geoff

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/01/07 06:59 AM


JR'll eat anything apparently... oh wait, that's ME! lol

Eh. All free food is "good" to a point, cuz it's free. But that doesn't mean it's WORTH anything... or certainly GOOD by any standards....... it's just the least they could do for someone(s) spending 12 hours of their lives with their family recording every moment could maybe treat them one step higher than "feeding the pets" \:\/ \:p
Posted By: bogey

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/01/07 01:33 PM

TIS, sounds awesome.. I'll send you my address \:D

And thank you!
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/01/07 02:22 PM

We ate at a local place, where we know the owner. He was away on a trip and one of the "silent" partners was in charge. He should stay silent. I did let him know, trust me. As the gang here is well aware, I am quite comfortable making a server aware of my displeasure.

He did take it off our bill, so dinner with coffee, drinks, dessert and coffee was only $50, but still, when you've got your taste buds all set for something, it's still a disappointment.
Posted By: JRCX

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/02/07 04:20 AM

Yea, once you've gone 10+ hours without even so much as a bathroom break, you will basically eat anything thats put in front of you even if its not cooked (beef, i learned how to trim the outer rim and discard the center) and i have had chicken so many ways, mostly bad, I actually refuse to buy it anymore... my all time favorite was the cheese that was in the bridal sweet which made it down to the marriage certificate signing, then brought up to the psychological convention, then back down to the cocktail hour of the wedding, and guess what the band, photographers and videographers got to eat at 11pm? The band leader barked "she promised us hot food!" I pointed out that the jalapeno cheese cubes previously rejected by at least 1000 people "thats your "hot food" " lol. nothing says appreciation like stale crackers and cheese recylced at least 5 times in one day... even inmates get 1 hour recreation and 3 square meals a day.

Ok, sorry, that was a rant... what did I eat tonight? Try this, the simplest yet BEST tasting pasta ever, may not sound like much but until you've tried it, you must take the time to TRY IT!

Equal parts unsalted butter and GOOD olive oil few tablespoons each -- TONS of cracked black pepper, this gives it the "heat" -- boil bowtie, linguine or even spaghetti... when the pasta is finished, put it in the pan of olive oil/butter reserving some of the pasta water, continue to cook, grind some more pepper, remove, put on a plate, add a generous amount of grated cheese AND fresh finely chopped parsley -- sounds simple, and it is, but the taste is unbelieveable...
Posted By: J Geoff

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/02/07 04:34 AM


WTF, I know I posted this already tonight...!?
In any event... let's try this again...

Nothing fancy... I finished the Chinese dish from the other night, after a late-lunch at Burger King ( ), then a late night snack of a mozzarella/peppers/eggplant app...
Posted By: bogey

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/02/07 06:15 AM

Tonight I ate half a junior bacon cheeseburger deluxe, 2 chicken nuggets, half a large fry, a hot dog, and this chicken and noodles thing.

It was a good night. \:D I feel like I gained 10 pounds though. (I probably did.)
Posted By: SC

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/02/07 08:16 AM

bogey -

Why do I get the feeling you'll be having dinner at some fast food drive through tomorrow?? ;\)
Posted By: The Italian Stallionette

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/02/07 12:31 PM

Well, it's only 5:30 a.m. here but I guess it's never too early to think about dinner. \:p I have a craving for a nice juicy greasy burger with a side onion rings. Don't know if I'll still have that craving at 5:00 p.m. but sounds good now. Actually, what I'd really like, to be more specific, is a nice juicy sirlion burger of some kind, with cheese, but most fast food places don't carry them.

Ah, such tough decisons life places on me. \:\/ \:\)

TIS
Posted By: Don Cardi

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/02/07 03:37 PM

 Originally Posted By: The Italian Stallionette
Well, it's only 5:30 a.m. here but I guess it's never too early to think about dinner. \:p I have a craving for a nice juicy greasy burger with a side onion rings. Don't know if I'll still have that craving at 5:00 p.m. but sounds good now. Actually, what I'd really like, to be more specific, is a nice juicy sirlion burger of some kind, with cheese, but most fast food places don't carry them.

Ah, such tough decisons life places on me. \:\/ \:\)

TIS


TIS -

Are you----are you trying----to tell us that you---- are--------pregnant?
Posted By: Longneck

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/02/07 04:05 PM

STUFFED PEPPERS (Italian sausage)

I ate about half of a 9 by 13 pan of them last night.
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/03/07 02:47 AM

Filet Mignon on the grill, mashed potatoes, corn and tomato salad.

Last night I made a big Oven Stuffer, but Mr. Babe stayed late at his golf outing, so there's a ton of it left over. Guess what's for dinner tomorrow night?
Posted By: klydon1

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/03/07 04:28 AM

 Originally Posted By: Sicilian Babe
Filet Mignon on the grill, mashed potatoes, corn and tomato salad.

Last night I made a big Oven Stuffer, but Mr. Babe stayed late at his golf outing, so there's a ton of it left over. Guess what's for dinner tomorrow night?


I made an oven stuffer on Sunday night. We had leftovers too.
Posted By: JRCX

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/03/07 05:21 AM

Seemed to be a Chinese night tonite... I found my neighbor at the local chinese place... and I just didn't have time to go food shopping, plus i havent had it in ages, and now geoff too?? "Donnie Brasco" (Joey Pistone?) said that its a mobsters fave food... they would eat it everyday... not sure if i can handle that, then again Im not a mobster lol.
Posted By: J Geoff

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/03/07 05:57 AM


 Originally Posted By: JRCX
then again Im not a mobster lol.

...nah, you just work for one, apparently. \:p ;\)

Tonight is too embarrassing to even mention. \:\/ Was at Wal-Mart waiting on a friend who never showed up, so had a late lunch in the built-in McDonald's (Been YEARS since I had fast food two days in a row - it's normally months in between! but that's why it's convenient and "fast" food I guess)... plus the last shrimp eggroll later... then Cardi's favorite Hot Pockets Calzone even later... \:\/

So much for my diet plan... and I was doing well, too! \:\/
Posted By: bogey

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/03/07 08:36 AM

 Originally Posted By: SC
bogey -

Why do I get the feeling you'll be having dinner at some fast food drive through tomorrow?? ;\)


Today first I went to Wendy's and bought a Crispy Chicken sandwich and chicken nuggets, and a large fry. Then I went to my friend's house and got errr.. hungrier.. and I went to Krogers and bought hot pockets and chocolate chip cookies.
Posted By: Mignon

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/03/07 11:57 AM

 Originally Posted By: Sicilian Babe
Filet Mignon on the grill, mashed potatoes, corn and tomato salad.


Did ya think of me?

Last night we had sausage and pepper sandwich.
Posted By: The Italian Stallionette

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/03/07 12:50 PM

 Originally Posted By: Don Cardi
 Originally Posted By: The Italian Stallionette
Well, it's only 5:30 a.m. here but I guess it's never too early to think about dinner. \:p I have a craving for a nice juicy greasy burger with a side onion rings. Don't know if I'll still have that craving at 5:00 p.m. but sounds good now. Actually, what I'd really like, to be more specific, is a nice juicy sirlion burger of some kind, with cheese, but most fast food places don't carry them.

Ah, such tough decisons life places on me. \:\/ \:\)

TIS


TIS -

Are you----are you trying----to tell us that you---- are--------pregnant?



Ha ha ha! Bite your tongue! No DC, the pregnancies ended long ago but the cravings always remained with me. \:p Go figure!!! ;\)

TIS
Posted By: JRCX

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/04/07 04:10 AM

Had a bag of spinach leftover, been eating it as a side salad for days, so i threw that in a pan with olive oil, salt, garlic, pepper and boiled some penne pasta... once the pasta was done, i threw that into the pan, some red pepper flakes, added some grated cheese and it was really great, the spinach had a great smooth, almost creamy taste to it... and the pepper flakes gave it a bite... the simplicity is what makes italian food great...

On a side note, if any of you watch Anthony Bourdain... you will see he had "Burrata" on his trip to Tuscany... this is a mozzarella ball the size of softball and inside is the creamy curd & whey -- very expensive, its overnighted from Italy and about $20/lb or $20 each -- I ordered one from a local place saveurgourmet.com -- $20 expensive for an appeitizer? Sure, but then again, I hate to tell you how much I've spent on caviar (which i am over/done with, i will still eat it but my fascination with it is gone)... in any case, i will let you know how it is when it comes!
Posted By: J Geoff

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/04/07 04:40 AM


Hadn't eaten anything all day, so stopped at the pub on the way home after class. Had a chipotle chicken wrap and a few beers... but no $20 appetizer. \:p
Posted By: J Geoff

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/04/07 04:42 AM


BTW - I heard it somewhere, probably on FoodTV, and have done it ever since - when making sauteed spinach, I now add a sprinkling of ground nutmeg... seems nice.
Posted By: Blibbleblabble

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/04/07 06:43 AM

Does this thread remind anyone else of "The I Just Ate... Game" thread?

Post count whores are taking over everywhere!!!

Anyway, I just ate hamburgers(just the meat) in mashed potatoes and gravy, and corn.
Posted By: bogey

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/04/07 08:03 AM

 Originally Posted By: Blibbleblabble
Anyway, I just ate hamburgers(just the meat) in mashed potatoes and gravy, and corn.



Salisbury steak! Damn I love my mom's salisbury steak.

Oh, and to be on topic, tonight I had cheddar fries at work. I love cheddar fries. Hot fries are better though.
Posted By: XDCX

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/04/07 01:28 PM

 Originally Posted By: J Geoff

then Cardi's favorite Hot Pockets Calzone even later... \:\/


Me sir thinks Hot Pocket's Calzones are pretty fricken' good (for frozen food.)
Posted By: Longneck

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/04/07 02:13 PM

I shudder when I think of Hot Pockets...used to have to eat them all the time.
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/04/07 07:24 PM

JR, Please tell me you clean off the stems of your fresh spinach. I can't STAND spinach with the stems still on. I feel like they're getting caught in my throat when I swallow (JG, please restrain yourself from swallowing jokes). It's why I hesitate to order veal saltimbocca.
Posted By: pizzaboy

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/04/07 07:42 PM

My mother made the most delicious spinach pie. The crust was flaky, just oil and flour, almost like the Greeks make, it was stuffed with spinach sauteed in garlic and olive oil, with raisins, pignoli, oil cured olives and anchovies.

Mmmmmmmmmmmm....
Posted By: J Geoff

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/04/07 07:48 PM

 Originally Posted By: Sicilian Babe
I feel like they're getting caught in my throat when I swallow (JG, please restrain yourself from swallowing jokes).



SB, ya gotta use the baby leaf spinach... that way you won't be gagging on the stems (because they're thin and tender), and you won't have to spit them out.... \:D
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/04/07 07:49 PM

Oh, I love spinach pie. I must have been the only kid that didn't have to be bribed to eat spinach.

I love to steam my spinach. I put a little bit of water at the bottom of the pot, fill it with spinach, drizzle some olive oil over it, add some chunks of garlic (Yes, Geoff, it's FRESH garlic) and cook it over a low flame. My husband and daughter actually fight over the spinach juice at the bottom of the pot.
Posted By: pizzaboy

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/04/07 07:53 PM

Oh, that juice'll keep you regular. I love it!
Posted By: Mignon

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/05/07 01:09 AM

Polish Saucege, fried potatoes, fried cabbage, cucumbers.
Posted By: J Geoff

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/05/07 03:48 AM


Cheeseburger & fries from the pub...
Posted By: JRCX

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/05/07 04:33 AM

Yes, I always remove the stems from spinach, broccoli rabe, and of course, asparagus... oh, and parsley... although celeb chefs say parsley stems have better flavor than the leaves, that is fine for soups/stocks but NOT anything you are going to top a dish with...

I had a crazy busy day, I wanted to cook but it was a hot day, so I too went to the cloverleaftavern.com for a cheeseburger and sweet potato fries... best burger in town... a 75+ year landmark, they are famous for their steaks, but have a lot of great food, its casual dining, but i had it to go because the owner is a client and i havent updated his website in ages so i got my grub and ran lol.
Posted By: Signor Vitelli

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/05/07 06:01 AM

 Originally Posted By: JRCX
On a side note, if any of you watch Anthony Bourdain... you will see he had "Burrata" on his trip to Tuscany...


I saw that - it looked quite interesting, but I don't think I'm going to spend that much money to have it airlifted to me! \:D

Unfortunately, Bourdain's Tuscany show was the last new episode of No Reservations until January. On the other hand, now's the time to catch up on any shows we missed.

 Originally Posted By: J Geoff
when making sauteed spinach, I now add a sprinkling of ground nutmeg... seems nice.


Nutmeg, in carefully controlled amounts, can definitely enhance certain foods. A lot of people don't know this, but back in the days of colonial America, our Founding Fathers ate foods that had so much nutmeg in them that we would probably gag at the overpowering flavor. (Of course, we might also gag at the overpowering smell of food that was "well hung".)

Back on-topic: Tonight, I will indulge myself and make curried chicken with couscous. I've already blended up some spices for the curry, and will now preceed into the kitchen, throw a tape into the VCR and commence chopping onions and garlic.

It's been a while since I made any curry recipe, and I think I do not want to go near people for the next couple of days. ;\)

Signor V.
Posted By: J Geoff

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/05/07 06:58 AM


Sorry, I despise curry -- I have Indian neighbors who stink up my apartment with it (despite them being nice people; I'm sure I do the same thing to them w/ my garlic ;\) )

 Originally Posted By: Signor Vitelli
we might also gag at the overpowering smell of food [sic.] that was "well hung"

No comment.

 Originally Posted By: JRCX
Yes, I always remove the stems from spinach, broccoli rabe, and of course, asparagus...

Buy the GOOD (baby leaf) spinach then. \:p And if you remove asparagus "stems" there's nothing left. lol but of course "snap" them. BTW - I tried white asparagus once and didn't like it -- too bitter. \:\/
Posted By: Don Cardi

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/05/07 03:54 PM

Made home made pizza last night. 2 square pies.

1 cheese pie with half pepperoni and 1 white pie with riccotta and fresh mozzarella. Oh, and a home made calzone.
Posted By: Mignon

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/05/07 04:24 PM

And you didn't invite me over
Posted By: chopper

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/05/07 04:33 PM

As it was my Birthday yesterday me and my family are going to an Italian American Resteraunt named Frankie and Bennys the food is amazing and the resteraunt is set in 1950's style New York its expensive but well worth the money,im just getting ready to go,i cant wait to see the menu
Posted By: DE NIRO

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/05/07 06:07 PM

I bet burgers are top of the menu.
Posted By: J Geoff

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/05/07 06:48 PM

 Originally Posted By: chopper
As it was my Birthday yesterday me and my family are going to an Italian American Resteraunt named Frankie and Bennys the food is amazing and the resteraunt is set in 1950's style New York its expensive but well worth the money,im just getting ready to go,i cant wait to see the menu

They have a site here -- looks interesting for a UK chain; their "Story" says they came from America, of Italian decent, but says nothing how they ended up in the UK. They do seem fairly expensive (approx double what you see for US$), tho...
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/05/07 10:49 PM

I've bought baby spinach and I STILL remove the stems. Actually, believe it or not, Costco has wonderful baby spinach. It may just be an obsession of mine, but the thought of those stems makes me gag.

DC, your pizza sounds wonderful. Our kitchen is closed on Fridays, so I may just tell Mr. Babe to bring home a pizza. Although I also have been thinking about Chinese. So many decisions.
Posted By: Mignon

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/05/07 10:57 PM

My kitchen is open tonight but we just had sandwiches.
Posted By: SC

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/05/07 11:57 PM

 Originally Posted By: Mignon
My kitchen is open tonight but we just had sandwiches.


What does that mean?? Your kitchen is open tonight???

The Board of Health passed you on inspection?? The squirrels left??? You opened the windows and let all the flies out???? \:p
Posted By: Don Cardi

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/06/07 12:22 AM

 Originally Posted By: SC
 Originally Posted By: Mignon
My kitchen is open tonight but we just had sandwiches.


What does that mean?? Your kitchen is open tonight???

The Board of Health passed you on inspection?? The squirrels left??? You opened the windows and let all the flies out???? \:p


Don't take that from him Mama! He has no right talking to you that way!

What does he know about Shoe Fly Pie anyway?!?!?
Posted By: klydon1

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/06/07 01:10 AM

 Originally Posted By: Don Cardi

Don't take that from him Mama! He has no right talking to you that way!

What does he know about Shoe Fly Pie anyway?!?!?



Shoe fly pie and apple pan dowdy
Make my belly say, "Hey" and my tummy say, "howdy."
Posted By: Mignon

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/06/07 01:45 AM

Yes we passed inspection. But I'm saving all the squirrels and flies and roaches for you when you come to visit me.

BTW I'm rooting for the Angels tonight.
Posted By: SC

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/06/07 01:46 AM

 Originally Posted By: Don Cardi
What does he know about Shoe Fly Pie anyway?!?!?


You evidently didn't watch the Yankee/Indian game.
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/06/07 02:08 AM

Went for Chinese, and now I'm regretting it. Not feeling well at ALL.
Posted By: SC

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/06/07 02:11 AM

Whats wrong?
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/06/07 02:12 AM

I think I ate a little too much duck from the buffet. And the Yankees didn't help my stomach much either.
Posted By: SC

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/06/07 02:14 AM

Do the finger-down-the-throat trick.

I can't help ya about the Yankees.
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/06/07 02:15 AM

 Originally Posted By: SC
Do the finger-down-the-throat trick.


Do I LOOK bulimic??? I want to go back to the Ritz Carlton and have brunch.
Posted By: J Geoff

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/06/07 04:38 AM


I seem to be eating crap on Friday nights now... it was Dinty Moore stew tonight (which isn't that bad in a crunch ;\) ) Tomorrow's black tie dinner will hopefully be better, tho - either a sitting-around-cold plated dinner or digging in a buffet in a tux! ;\)
Posted By: JRCX

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/06/07 05:14 AM

Every friday night is pizza night as far back as I could remember, I desparately miss my mohter's homemade pizza so tried to recreate it tonite, but even though I had ample time, the dough was not rising to the right light/fluffiness... but i often remember her sayin "the dough didnt come right this time, or it didnt rise right this time" and its true, depending on where you get it and the atmospheric conditions, it can fluctuate... I think my problem tonite was other than it not rising fast enough, i put the oven on 500F when i think 450F would have given the dough more time to cook and would have browned the cheese on top less (which I like anyway) but the crust was not browned on the bottom... its trial and error... if i can't make it, i go out searching for it and its sad its VERY hard to find very good pizza anymore, at least in this area... you have to travel outside the town limits to find something decent...
Posted By: chopper

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/06/07 09:09 AM

 Originally Posted By: J Geoff
 Originally Posted By: chopper
As it was my Birthday yesterday me and my family are going to an Italian American Resteraunt named Frankie and Bennys the food is amazing and the resteraunt is set in 1950's style New York its expensive but well worth the money,im just getting ready to go,i cant wait to see the menu

They have a site here -- looks interesting for a UK chain; their "Story" says they came from America, of Italian decent, but says nothing how they ended up in the UK. They do seem fairly expensive (approx double what you see for US$), tho...


We went last night and the food was amazing and the staff were great they couldnt do enough for us,i had Garlic bread with Mozeralla and it was beautiful! i then went for the mixed grill and words cant describe how good it was.The prices were pretty dear and the drinks definetly were £3.10 per pint (my uncle nearly cried when i told him \:D ) but all in all it was a great night
Posted By: klydon1

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/06/07 01:36 PM

 Originally Posted By: SC
Do the finger-down-the-throat trick.

I can't help ya about the Yankees.


I think the Yankees did the finger down the throat trick last night.
Posted By: SC

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/06/07 02:45 PM

 Originally Posted By: klydon1
I think the Yankees did the finger down the throat trick last night.


No. I think they choked without benefit of any finger.
Posted By: Mignon

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/06/07 03:33 PM

 Originally Posted By: klydon1
I think the Yankees did the finger down the throat trick last night.


To get the bugs out of their mouth
Posted By: Signor Vitelli

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/06/07 08:37 PM

 Originally Posted By: Mignon
To get the bugs out of their mouth


Speaking of which...

Last night's attempt at dinner was a disaster.

It was around 3:30 in the morning, and I was staggering around the kitchen. I thought about making either chicken or shrimp with a box of Rice-a-Roni I had in the cupboard. When I opened the box, I found everything was infested with little crawly things. Ugh.

Down the toilet it went.

(The problem came from the store where I had just purchased it. Long story, but the couscous I made the other night was fine, and that box had been stored for months in the same cabinet.)

Then I saw a can of white clam sauce staring at me. I thought this would suffice. Pasta and clam sauce - why not? I opened the can, emptied it into a small saucepan and proceeded to add my usual seasonings. Finally, a couple of pinches of salt. As I reached for the spoon to sample everything, the rubber stopper on the bottom of the salt shaker came loose and dumped a huge amount of salt into the sauce. It was no use - the clam sauce was absolutely and totally ruined.

Down the toilet it went.

By now, the desire to cook even the simplest meal was gone. I felt like the life had been totally drained out of me, and no power on earth could restore it.

Tired, angry and frustrated, I opened a can of tuna.



Tomorrow is another day.

Signor V.
Posted By: The Italian Stallionette

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/06/07 10:32 PM

Poor SV, that's awful. I guess you just were not meant to cook dinner last night. I hope you went out to eat? I certainly wouldn't have the patience to try a third time.

I hate it when I'm cooking and everything goes wrong; or...when I'm cooking or baking something and "think" I have all the ingredients and as I am eagerly preparing, find out I have to run to the store for eggs or something that there is no substitute for.


TIS
Posted By: Don Cardi

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/06/07 11:00 PM

 Originally Posted By: Sicilian Babe
I think I ate a little too much duck from the buffet.





In my opinion Chinese and Buffet do NOT go together! And throw Duck on a chinese buffet and your goose is cooked! \:x


SB- what's the matter with you? You know better than that! Every Chinese restaurant worth their salt won't even make you duck unless you order it from them at least a day in advance.

Hope you're feeling better today.
Posted By: klydon1

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/06/07 11:45 PM

 Originally Posted By: Signor Vitelli
It was around 3:30 in the morning, and I was staggering around the kitchen. I thought about making either chicken or shrimp with a box of Rice-a-Roni I had in the cupboard.


When I'm staggering around the kitchen at 3:30 AM, I can't even find the cupboard, let alone the rice-a-roni. ;\)
Posted By: klydon1

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/06/07 11:47 PM

Tonight I made Philly cheesesteaks, hoping it will bring the Phillies luck tonight.
Posted By: Mignon

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/07/07 12:22 AM

A chicken and pasta casserole.
Posted By: The Italian Stallionette

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/07/07 12:34 AM

Today was one of those days I seemed to be nibbling all day. I wasn't real hungry so I had a frozen rice/chicken/vegetable tv dinner type thing. Perfect if you're not real hungry. (the portions of these tv dinners are always pathetic IMHO) \:p

TIS
Posted By: Don Cardi

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/07/07 01:18 AM

Chicken and Steak Paninis.
Posted By: Mignon

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/07/07 01:40 AM

My eyes must be going bad I thought that said Chicken and Steak penis.
Posted By: The Italian Stallionette

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/07/07 01:43 AM

 Originally Posted By: Mignon
My eyes must be going bad I thought that said Chicken and Steak penis.



Geez Mig, we know what's on your mind. ;\)


TIS
Posted By: Don Cardi

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/07/07 01:46 AM

 Originally Posted By: Mignon
My eyes must be going bad I thought that said penis.



No. They only come in Spaghetti-O's.
Posted By: Mignon

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/07/07 01:50 AM

Here we go again
Posted By: Longneck

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/07/07 04:00 AM

I only eat Spaghetti-O's when I am in the mood for some real Italiano food
Posted By: JRCX

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/07/07 04:41 AM

I'm curious what Geoff had for dinner lol. I only ate 2 baby back ribs, 2 pieces of spicy cajun chicken and some calamari (cocktail hour food)... no meal tonite... but I think i was better off after seeing the food in this place lol.
Posted By: J Geoff

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/07/07 05:51 AM

 Originally Posted By: Mignon
My eyes must be going bad I thought that said Chicken and Steak penis.

I saw that, too, Miggy! \:o Which do you prefer, the chicken or steak penis?

 Originally Posted By: JRCX
I'm curious what Geoff had for dinner lol.

You mean during my Black Tie wedding (in which, apparently, the guests themselves didn't need to dress up, just the "help")? lol The members-only-except-for-expensive-events Eagle Oaks Golf & Country Club was beautiful. Cocktail hour food was pretty decent, but nothing more than the usual rolled cold cut platters, eggplant rollatini, chicken marsala, sliced pork/beef loins (I didn't try those)... it was okay for any hungry person...

As last week, "the help" (me, 2 photographers, and a huge band) got fed plated chicken dishes w/ potatoes and veggies. A bit dry, understandable, but edible for the most part. I've had better and worse, so... :shrug:

On the way home (12 hours after I left it) I stopped for a well-deserved martini and ordered the calamari fra diavlo app which was pretty decent for where I ordered it (not an Italian place). ;\)

The calamari was the best of the night...

Justin's done this for years, but after my 4 weeks, it broke down to 2 buffet dinners (very good, even 1 at the Holiday Inn! \:o ) and 2 plated chicken dinners from "fancy" places (ehh.)


Posted By: Blibbleblabble

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/08/07 01:57 AM

My girlfriend makes the BEST split pea soup and that's what we are going to have tonight. It's torture waiting because it takes most of the day to cook so the rest of us keep walking by and checking on it and stirring it... and sniffing it and wiping the drool from our mouths \:D

I'm so hungry, I can't wait to eat it!
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/08/07 02:04 AM

You don't drool INTO the pot, do you????

I made a nice eye round, some oven-browned potatoes, spinach, brown gravy and oven-warmed semolina bread.
Posted By: J Geoff

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/08/07 02:18 AM


Chicken 'n Ribs from my friend's take-out restaurant. AWESOME! but I try not to go there too often
Posted By: Blibbleblabble

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/08/07 02:25 AM

 Originally Posted By: Sicilian Babe
You don't drool INTO the pot, do you????


Why, is that a bad thing?

Right now she's frying the bacon and onions to add to the soup.
Posted By: JRCX

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/08/07 04:36 AM

Well, we had the Caldwell Street Fair today... which meant $25 for:

1 Sangria Iced Tea ($3)
2 Rice Balls the size of a small meatball ($3)
3 Shumai + 3 Gyoza ($3) (From Tony Soprano's fave sushi place in the last season)
1 Brisket Sandwich ($7)
6 Zeppoli ($4)
1 "Domestic Beer" ($4)

So where did that missing $1 go? Well, at the "Beer Garden" -- you pay for your beer first, and you get one color for domestic, one for imported. I've had imported beer, i wanted to try something different from a local microbrewery, so I purchased a "domestic" beer ticket because I saw this new brewary from Long Island. I handed him my ticket and he said "thats for domestic beer". Oh really, and which country is Long Island in? and he said "this is domestic premium, you want the beer over there" and pointed, So i shook my head and went over to the other table and thought i would settle for a sam adams... that guy said my ticket is "only good for coors light". Now, why would they put on the sign DOMESTIC $4 and IMPORTED $5 rather than say "Coors Light $4, all others $5?" Anyway, it wasnt about the stinkin dollar but being mislead and pettiness. The guy was actually cool and poured me a Sam Adams and I tipped him a dollar to show I appreciated it and it was not about the money... I hope the other idiot saw -- The reality was, I was hoping to try a new, different beer, and because the signage was misleading, they didn't just lose a dollar, they lost someone that probably would have went out and bought a case of the stuff if I liked it... now i will avoid it all together (cant remember the name but I remember the logo) but in any case, ALL beer from Long Island is on my DO NOT BUY list lol. Thats my rant for today (:

Posted By: J Geoff

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/08/07 05:27 AM

 Originally Posted By: JRCX
*pretty much everything*

Dumbazz! lol Leave the beer to beer-drinkers, huh? \:p ;\)
Posted By: Don Cardi

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/08/07 12:10 PM

Ok. So as I was telling a few of the other board members we are up in upstate New York this weekend so my son can attend a college open house.

Last night we ask the hotel manager if she could recommend a good restaurant to us for dinner. She tells us that there is this great one about a half a mile away and even shows us a menu. It's a steak and seafood restaurant. Menu looks really great. The manager tells me that they make a really great T-Bone steak! Now I'm all jacked up to have a nice steak. The manager of the hotel even writes a little note on the back of the business card for me to give to the restaurant manager telling them to give us dessert on the hotel. Ok, I get the picture ;\)

Now I drive to the restaurant all set on having this great steak. We pull up....no cars on the parking lot. Scary. I walk to the door and there's this big sign that says "Closed Sundays."

Now how the fock does this hotel manager who obviously lives in the town NOT know that they are closed on Sundays? H-E-L-L-O!!

Every decent looking restaurant on this town is closed on Sunday. They practically pull in the sidewalks here! We wound up having dinner at a Friendly's. Well I didn't have a steak, but I had a really great Crispy Chicken Salad along with this outrageous all chocolate desert which had triple chocolate chocolate chip ice cream, a scattering of mini chocolate chips, a bar of Ghirardelli Chocolate all on top of a piece of Chocolate cake!

Posted By: SC

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/08/07 12:25 PM

 Originally Posted By: Don Cardi
They practically pull in the sidewalks here!


You can take the boy out of Brooklyn but you can't take Brooklyn out of the boy.

Happy Columbus Day, paisan!
Posted By: The Italian Stallionette

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/08/07 12:38 PM

DC,

Wnen I lived in Michigan, bars were closed on Sunday (in certain parts of town), but for the most part restaurants would be open. A lot of people go out to eat on Sunday. \:\)

SC, I remember getting Columbus Day off from school. Out here, they don't have it off. Whatsa matta these people? \:p I Guess that means no mail today.

TIS
Posted By: SC

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/08/07 12:41 PM

Its still a big deal here, TIS. Many businesses are closed, most banks and post offices, city offices, etc. We still have the big parade in the City (the second best one after St Patrick's Day).

The Italian influence is obviously very strong here ... out there, you get egg noodles and ketchup. \:p
Posted By: The Italian Stallionette

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/08/07 12:51 PM

A few years back, I was talking to the then Principal at my school, sort of complaining (in a joking way)that there were no festivities for Italians here in CA, and yet many many Mexican festivities. I told him that I was protesting and that we need to have an Italian celebration (he was half Italian).

So....We officially celebrated Columbus Day at school. There were four Italians in the office. We all bought food for everyone on Columbus Day. I made canoli and the other ladies and I went to the Italian Deli and purchased snacks. We even bought "proud to be Italain" shirts for all of us and took a picture of the four of us. None of us knew Italian fluently, but he managaged to start the morning announcments on the PA in Italian. It was fun. \:\)

TIS
Posted By: SC

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/08/07 12:57 PM

Here.... take this to school with ya today:

Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/08/07 04:52 PM

Just had home baked bacon,cheese and leek quiche with rice!
Tasty!
Posted By: Mignon

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/08/07 07:45 PM

 Originally Posted By: Don Cardi
Ok. We wound up having dinner at a Friendly's.

My brother use to be a Mgr. at a Friendly's. Started out as a bus boy and worked his way up to be the Mgr.
Posted By: SC

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/08/07 08:17 PM

I have a Friendly's across the main street from me. If I go in and mention your brother's name will I get a free meal??
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/08/07 09:30 PM

Meet you there! I am so hot today, I could go for one of their Watermelon Sherbet Slammers!!

Doesn't this look good???

Posted By: SC

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/08/07 09:39 PM

 Originally Posted By: Sicilian Babe
I am so hot today, I could go for one of their Watermelon Sherbet Slammers!!


I love it when you talk dirty.
Posted By: Mignon

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/08/07 09:42 PM

Beef stew tonight.
Posted By: Don Cardi

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/08/07 11:16 PM

 Originally Posted By: SC




Happy Columbus Day, paisan!


Thank you paisan! And a Happy Cristoforo Colombo Day to you too!
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/09/07 12:09 AM

 Originally Posted By: SC
 Originally Posted By: Sicilian Babe
I am so hot today, I could go for one of their Watermelon Sherbet Slammers!!


I love it when you talk dirty.


Sorry! I meant for that to be in a PM to you.
Posted By: The Italian Stallionette

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/09/07 12:27 AM

 Originally Posted By: Sicilian Babe
 Originally Posted By: SC
 Originally Posted By: Sicilian Babe
I am so hot today, I could go for one of their Watermelon Sherbet Slammers!!


I love it when you talk dirty.


Sorry! I meant for that to be in a PM to you.



LMAO I'm cracking up here. There's just gotta be a great line to use at this point, but I'm clueless. That was a great exchange!!!!


TIS
Posted By: J Geoff

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/09/07 03:02 AM


Veal Sorrentino w/ a house salad tonight... and plenty of leftovers for tomorrow
Posted By: SC

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/09/07 03:05 AM

 Originally Posted By: J Geoff
Veal Sorrentino w/ a house salad tonight... and plenty of leftovers for tomorrow


Not if I get there before you wake up.
Posted By: J Geoff

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/09/07 03:08 AM


Damn, I did give you directions, didn't I? But no key, tho! \:p ;\)
Posted By: JRCX

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/09/07 04:24 AM

I had a can of San Marzano tomatoes opened up from what i used on friday for pizza, so I decided to make fresh marinara sauce, garlic, shallots (i had onion but half a large shallot left) and some basil I stole from my old neighbor's garden.. came out great, and i used the Buitoni brand fresh cheese tortellini... i will use the rest later in the week to try it with a cream sauce... good stuff!


PS - Happy Columbus Day to ALL! I can remember when it actually was a holiday years ago...
Posted By: Signor Vitelli

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/09/07 10:23 AM

A couple of hours ago, I was watching an episode of Anthony Bourdain's No Reservations I had taped earlier, when I began to feel inspired by what I saw.

This happens often when I watch culinary shows.

In this episode, he went to Malaysia. He had a "breakfast" that sounded like it could taste quite interesting. Before I get into the details, I think I should mention:

(a) I usually eat only one "meal" a day - though I may nibble a little at other times.

(b) I am a night person, so "what" one is expected to eat, and "when" one is expected to eat it have little or no effect on me.

(c) I had just counted all my dry spices, and found that (including salt and peppercorns) I have 50 of them - so I can get creative if and when the urge takes hold.

(d) Most important of all: Cooking is therapy. (Besides, over the years, I've realized that few things compare with the looks on friends' faces when they're served something they really like by folks who actually give a damn. In other words, few things beat home cooking.)

But, tonight, it was just me and the cat. And I am reasonably certain he would not have liked what I made.

I used some flat Asian rice noodles (almost like fettucine), cooked them in boiling water, then transferred them to a bowl. There was about one cup of cooked noodles altogether.

Then I heated 2/3 cup of beef broth (I probably should have used vegetable stock; hindsight is always 20/20 - but it was quite nice, regardless.), added 1 teaspoon of soy sauce, 1 teaspoon of Asian fish sauce, 1 teaspoon of mild curry powder, 1/4 teaspoon of powdered coriander and 1/8 teaspoon of cayenne pepper powder. When it was all quite hot, I dumped in seven nice-sized shrimp I had previously shelled and deveined. When the shrimp were just cooked through, I added them (and the broth) to the bowl with the rice noodles. Stirred everything together, then broke out a pair of chopsticks - something I hardly ever do.

Quite spicy - the inside of my mouth is still tingling - but very enjoyable.

I think the beers helped, though. ;\)

Signor V.

Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/09/07 02:14 PM

I saw a show with this Mr. Bourdain in it the other day! He was in New Orleans sampling the local delights!
Everything looked very tasty.
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/09/07 05:25 PM

Stuffed peppers from the garden (the last of the crop, I believe) and some sausage on the grill, fresh Italian bread, and Rice Pilaf.
Posted By: Don Cardi

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/09/07 05:43 PM

 Originally Posted By: Sicilian Babe
Stuffed peppers from the garden (the last of the crop, I believe) and some sausage on the grill, fresh Italian bread, and Rice Pilaf.


Great minds think alike!

My wife is making stuffed peppers and I'll be grilling some skinny parsley and cheese sausage on the grill.
Posted By: JRCX

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/10/07 05:58 AM

Tony Bourdain Rocks... he knows great food, but knows what foods endangered peoples eat... so he knows the whole range... He even did a show focusing on his home state of jersey (mario batali appeared in cameo)... its best to divorce yourself from all dislikes to become most happy a french artist (yes, french but very GOOD man) told me... and its true... enjoy everything, you dont have to love everything but dont cancel anything out...

That being said... i went for the aspargus that was on sale... made some great risotto and then saved the leftover risotto, perhaps I will make my famous lobster in pink cream cognac sauce over risotto cakes, or just make riceballs, let me see how the day pans out... \:\)
Posted By: Longneck

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/10/07 04:48 PM

I haven't had a dinner to brag about in too long
Posted By: Don Cardi

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/10/07 07:02 PM

Tonight I think i'll make some angel hair pasta and fresh marinara sauce with some fried zucchini.
Posted By: pizzaboy

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/10/07 07:30 PM

It finally cooled off, so I'm gonna make nice Pasta e Ceci. I picked up a nice prosciutto "hock" the other day, which gives soup an unbelievable depth.
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/11/07 01:44 AM

Boring, boring, boring tonight. Meatloaf, mashed potatoes and fresh asparagus.
Posted By: The Italian Stallionette

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/11/07 03:45 AM

I really don't mind meatloaf. I haven't made it in a while though. And...it's not something I'd ever order in a restaurant. Does anyone order meatloaf at a restaurant?

TIS
Posted By: SC

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/11/07 03:59 AM

Was a poor man's dinner tonight.... whatever was in the cupboard was the ingredients. A can of chopped clams and some angel hair pasta.

Voila, I had some pasta and clam sauce.

TIS - I'd usually shy away from ordering meatloaf out, but there's an all-you-can-eat buffet a few blocks away from me that actually has decent meatloaf. Between that and their mashed potatoes I'll make a meal that'll last me two days.
Posted By: JRCX

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/11/07 04:50 AM

Meatloaf is one of my fave comfort foods, italian meatloaf is best, but there is a great place on 5th Ave & 21st street in Manhattan called "Eisenbergs" - it was there a few months ago when i passed by, its been there for a very long time, the better part of a century, a good old fashioned coffee shop selling great food... in any case, I have a recipe if anyone wants...

Tonite, I made the other half of the package of tortellini, i was going to make a cream sauce, but instead of shallots i just used some chopped onions/garlic/fresh basic and san marzano tomatoes... still tasted great... tomorrow nite i hope to attempt Aranciana -- which means "Orange" in italian because they look like oranges, but what they are is the leftover risotto formed in a ball with either veal, chop meat or even prosciutto and peas in the middle and deep fried... let's see how my day goes and how much time i have...
Posted By: J Geoff

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/11/07 05:40 AM


Penne vodka w/ skewered shrimp.... very nice (I didn't make it lol) ;\)
Posted By: Beth E

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/11/07 08:55 AM

 Originally Posted By: Don Cardi
Tonight I think i'll make some angel hair pasta and fresh marinara sauce with some fried zucchini.


I bet that tastes good microwaved.
Posted By: Don Cardi

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/11/07 12:56 PM

 Originally Posted By: Beth E
 Originally Posted By: Don Cardi
Tonight I think i'll make some angel hair pasta and fresh marinara sauce with some fried zucchini.


I bet that tastes good microwaved.


The next day. ;\)
Posted By: klydon1

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/11/07 02:52 PM

 Originally Posted By: The Italian Stallionette
I really don't mind meatloaf. I haven't made it in a while though. And...it's not something I'd ever order in a restaurant. Does anyone order meatloaf at a restaurant?

TIS


Usually you could tell a good diner by the number of truckers, who eat there. If it's busy, the next step is to get the meatloaf.

By the way, one of the best meatloaf meals I ever had was at the Bob Evans chain. That was ten years ago. i just don't go to Bob Evans often.
Posted By: JRCX

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/12/07 04:59 AM

Well, tonite I did in fact find time to make rice balls, I didnt get the chop meat like i hoped to fill the center, but i did make the marinara sauce and made the rice balls slightly smaller than regular meat balls and fried them up... nice and crispy on the outside, and its a good way to recycle leftovers you might normally regret and/or throw out... tomorrow (friday) is pizza nite, i think i might just order it out from a place in town i have not tried in awhile (italianissmo, featured in the sopranos), they are the only ones in town with a brick oven, but i have to see how the day/mood/money plays out lol.
Posted By: J Geoff

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/12/07 05:03 AM


I didn't have time to eat for a 24-hour period because JRCX was bossing me around all day and making me work under pressure deadlines. So after my 11-hour-shift to save his ass (once again), I went out to the pub and got a roast beef sandwich and potato soup... \:p
Posted By: Signor Vitelli

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/12/07 07:44 AM

A good potato soup is worth its weight in gold. The right seasonings (and a little heavy cream), and it is truly wonderful.

On the other hand, positively the worst one I ever had was at Panico's in New Brunswick. What purported to be a puree of leeks and potatoes was, somehow, rendered absolutely tasteless by the chef. I still do not know how you can remove all the flavor from leeks and potatoes - but, somehow, they were able to do it.

Anyway - tonight's dinner. Haven't decided yet, but it will probably be something with a chicken breast or shrimp. At least, that's what was staring me in the face when I looked in the freezer a few moments ago. Noticed some frozen homemade basil pesto, too.

Methinks there are the fixin's for a decent meal here.

Signor V.
Posted By: Don Cardi

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/12/07 11:47 AM

 Originally Posted By: Signor Vitelli

On the other hand, positively the worst one I ever had was at Panico's in New Brunswick. What purported to be a puree of leeks and potatoes was, somehow, rendered absolutely tasteless by the chef. I still do not know how you can remove all the flavor from leeks and potatoes - but, somehow, they were able to do it.

Signor V.


Who goes to a place like Panicos, which is known for it's Italian cuisine, and orders Potatoe Soup?
Posted By: The Italian Stallionette

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/12/07 12:17 PM

JRCX,

Rice Balls were a yearly tradition in my family. I don't know the accurate history of how this food came about, but in my family it was on St. Lucy's Day that we made them.

I had a great aunt who at a young age "almost" went blind. Don't know the specifics but St.Lucy is the patron Saint of the eyes and so I was told she prayed to St. Lucy every night and thankfully did not lose her site. Since that time, my father's whole generation would make riceballs on St. Lucy's Day (Dec. 12 or 13th I think).

If St. Lucy's Day was on a Friday, when we couldn't eat meat, they'd obviously make a meatless batch and we'd save the meat ones for the next day.

Gee, brings back memories. I wasn't even born when my Great Aunt went through this, but she was still alive when I was young, and I remember the family getting together making rice balls. It was like a mini holiday. \:\) Just like when they'd make the homemade pasta, rolling the dough, curling it. Man, an all day event.

TIS
Posted By: pizzaboy

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/12/07 02:22 PM

 Originally Posted By: Don Cardi
 Originally Posted By: Signor Vitelli

On the other hand, positively the worst one I ever had was at Panico's in New Brunswick. What purported to be a puree of leeks and potatoes was, somehow, rendered absolutely tasteless by the chef. I still do not know how you can remove all the flavor from leeks and potatoes - but, somehow, they were able to do it.

Signor V.


Who goes to a place like Panicos, which is known for it's Italian cuisine, and orders Potatoe Soup?


Potatoe soup??

Who are you, Dan Quayle? \:p
Posted By: Longneck

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/12/07 06:51 PM

 Originally Posted By: pizzaboy


Potatoe soup??

Who are you, Dan Quayle? \:p


Don Quardi
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/13/07 03:10 AM

TIS, I would imagine that the reason for the riceballs on St. Lucy's was because you're not supposed to eat wheat on her feast day. Supposedly, she was martyred in a wheat field (or something with a wheat field). If you notice, in every picture of her, she's carrying a stalk of wheat and her eyes on a plate. December 13th is a very big Sicilian holiday.

Posted By: The Italian Stallionette

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/13/07 03:41 AM

SB,

Thanks for the refresher. \:\) I do remember now not eating wheat and also I have seen pictures or statues of St. Lucy holding the eyes. My Aunt was from Sicily and since you say it's a very big Holiday there, I am assuming this affliction of hers occurred in Italy when she was very young and was carried over here.

My great aunt passed away in the mid 1960's but my family in Michigan still makes the riceballs to this day, and celebrates the holiday.

Thanks again

TIS
Posted By: JRCX

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/13/07 04:20 AM

Great notes on St. Lucy, there is a statue of her in a small church on Pine Street in Montclair... It was my mother's name and she never liked the story/statue of her because it was so morbid... as the legend goes (and I am sure I will be corrected if wrong), but this man kept telling her what beautiful eyes she had but she kept telling him she was committed to God. He was relentless and kept complimenting her on her eyes day after day, so she pulled them out and put them on a plate for him and said "here you go since you think they are so beautiful" -- wow, no wonder why my mother hated the association... someone pls tell me there is a different story behind it? Thats extreme even for Sicilians LOL.

As for Geoff, well, if he wants to sleep till noon and not eat breakfast, thats not my fault, and yes, he saved my ass, not the first time, and definitely not the last lol, but what are friends for??

Lastly, Panico's, well, while the osso buco was good, no doubt, the appetizers were not just overcharged for, but of inferior quality of what should be passed off for that price in an "authentic" Italian restaurant. I was there for the company, not the food, but just because a few govenors and senators ate there, no reason to charge $18 per person for hot and cold appetizers that you can get in a local supermarket of far better quality...

Just my 3cents (-:
Posted By: J Geoff

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/14/07 03:51 AM


No wedding food tonight - I got the weekend off. Then realized I hadn't had a steak in forever, so ordered a T-Bone w/ mashed potatoes and a salad
Posted By: The Italian Stallionette

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/14/07 04:01 AM

Sounds good. You know what though? I love mashed potatos, but for some reason I always have to have baked potato with steak.


TIS
Posted By: J Geoff

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/14/07 04:10 AM


I love real mashed potatoes (I was raised on instant \:\/ ), and most places seem to serve instant as well... but I never pass up the real deal so had to get it! \:D
Posted By: JRCX

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/14/07 04:43 AM

Me and a friend went to the Outback Steakhouse (his choice), had the babyback ribs, way better than Chilis, but not as good as Tiffany's (they are the best by far)... got the garlic mashed potatoes, and quite frankly, they sucked... tasted more like they cook it in fish stock or something lol... I SHOULD have had the sweet potato or a baked potatoe... instant mashed potatoes don't bother me, i love potatoes so much i can eat they anyway you can serve them :-) I also had a great martini, it had pomegrante juice, Skyy vodka and Absolut Pear vodka...
Posted By: Longneck

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/14/07 06:27 AM

 Originally Posted By: J Geoff

I love real mashed potatoes (I was raised on instant \:\/ ), and most places seem to serve instant as well... but I never pass up the real deal so had to get it! \:D



You poor guy...

My fiancee only makes real, I refuse to eat plastic mashed potatoes.
Posted By: J Geoff

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/14/07 08:04 AM


I'll see you in the "Vale of Paradise" tomorrow then \:p ;\)
Posted By: The Italian Stallionette

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/14/07 02:21 PM

I really don't mind instant potatos. I prefer "real", but I have made instant and even though I can taste a definite difference, I don't think they're too bad.

\:\)

TIS
Posted By: J Geoff

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/14/07 04:18 PM


Don't get me wrong -- as I said, I was raised on them, and even make them myself -- I just said I liked the real ones better ;\)
Posted By: The Italian Stallionette

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/14/07 04:22 PM

Geoff, I know exactly what you're saying. I think we'll all agree "real" is better. \:\)


TIS
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/15/07 01:15 AM

I love mashed potatoes, and only make real. The secret is to whip them when they are very hot. I try to ease the fat content by making them with 1/3 butter and cream, and 2/3 margarine and skim, and it's not half bad. But I am rather obsessive (I know, big surprise) about getting all the lumps out. If they are not smooth and creamy, I don't want to eat them.

As for Panico's, I swear that I can't remember the appetizers!! My filet mignon was so tender and delicious, that I don't remember much else!
Posted By: SC

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/15/07 02:04 AM

 Originally Posted By: Sicilian Babe
As for Panico's, I swear that I can't remember the appetizers!! My filet mignon was so tender and delicious, that I don't remember much else!


You were kind of "gone" by the time we started eating. I'm surprised you remember the filet mignon. \:p
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/15/07 02:11 AM

Well, between the watermelon martinis and the wine that DT was kind enough to send, I'm surprised I can remember New Brunswick!!!
Posted By: SC

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/15/07 02:39 AM

Don't feel bad.... I don't really remember the appetizers either. I do remember, however, that I REALLY enjoyed my filet mignon, too.
Posted By: J Geoff

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/15/07 05:04 AM

 Originally Posted By: Sicilian Babe
I am rather obsessive (I know, big surprise) about getting all the lumps out. If they are not smooth and creamy, I don't want to eat them.

I'm so used to instant, finding some lumps is always a very pleasant surprise to me! ;\)

Tonight it was pizza - white pie w/ broccoli and garlic (and of course ricotta)
Posted By: JRCX

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/15/07 05:53 AM

For those who can order from http://calandrasbakery.com/ you should try it, not only one of the best breads in NJ but they also have a great line of pastas, ravioli but are best known for their pastries... I went to "Vince's Family Market" after church to get some italian things you cant find anywhere else normally... imported pastas, olive oil, other such stuf... and I got some baby lamb chops and eggplant for tomorrow, got to figure out how to do the eggplant on the grill since it will be one of the last warm days of the year... :-)
Posted By: J Geoff

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/15/07 06:52 AM

 Originally Posted By: JRCX
...for tomorrow, ... since it will be one of the last warm days of the year... :-)

Save it for Thursday \:p
Posted By: Mignon

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/16/07 03:13 AM

Pizza rolls
Posted By: J Geoff

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/16/07 05:20 AM


I finished the pizza (at least it's a healthful pie ;\) )
Posted By: pizzaboy

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/16/07 04:04 PM

Rotisserie chickens from Costco.
Posted By: dontomasso

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/16/07 04:35 PM

Tonight we are having sausage, peppers and onions and tomato salad.
Posted By: pizzaboy

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/16/07 04:35 PM

 Originally Posted By: dontomasso
Tonight we are having sausage, peppers and onions and tomato salad.


As long as it's not Irish sausage.
Posted By: dontomasso

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/16/07 07:00 PM

Irish sausage with peppers and onions??? That's an infamnia!
Posted By: Mignon

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/16/07 08:14 PM

Goat cheese pizza
Posted By: pizzaboy

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/16/07 09:12 PM

Goat cheese?

Well, alright Miggie!!
Posted By: pizzaboy

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/16/07 11:25 PM

We had Costco rotisserie chickens, which were delicious. I sauteed some spinach with garlic and olive oil and tossed some spaghetti squash with butter and parmigiano. For dessert, I have a Key Lime pie. Mmmmm...
Posted By: Don Cardi

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/17/07 12:20 AM

Tonight I BBQ'd Tomato and Basil Chicken sausages from Wegmans butcher shop. OUTSTANDING! Fried up some peppers and onions on the side, with some sauteed asparagus with a little bit of grated cheese sprinkled over it, and some fresh semolina bread.

They really make some fantastic chicken Sausage. Tomato and Basil, Olives and Artichoke and Sweet with Parsley and Cheese.
Posted By: Mignon

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/17/07 12:33 AM

Another food I never heard of but it sounds good.
Posted By: DonMichaelCorleone

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/17/07 12:43 AM

DC, I recently found Wegmans and I have to say there is no supermarket that compares. It really is above and beyond all of the other ones
Posted By: Don Cardi

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/17/07 01:10 AM

DMC, I am a stickler for fresh meat, especially steaks and chop meat. I'm one of those who would go to the butcher to get those things. But I must admit that their butcher shop sells some real quality meats and poultry.

Sorry, didn't mean to hijack this topic.
Posted By: The Italian Stallionette

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/17/07 01:15 AM

I should go to the butcher more. My mom always does.

Anyway, Tuesday is a busy day/evening for me, so today was a roast beef Sandwich I picked up from a local grocery store, along with a salad with Bleu Cheese dressing.

\:\)
TIS
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/17/07 01:56 AM

Homemade chicken soup and breaded/fried chicken cutlets. YUM
Posted By: Mignon

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/17/07 02:07 AM

Do you put carrots and celery in the chicken soup SB?

PS. Happy Belated anniversary ;\)
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/17/07 02:49 AM

Carrots, celery and onions.

Thanks for the good wishes!
Posted By: Mignon

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/17/07 03:25 AM

You are very welcome. How could I forget about the onions
Posted By: J Geoff

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/17/07 03:51 AM


Chef Boyardee mini ravioli \:p ;\)
Posted By: The Italian Stallionette

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/17/07 03:59 AM

 Originally Posted By: J Geoff

Chef Boyardee mini ravioli \:p ;\)



Really???? With all the great delis and restaurants in your town you eat Chef Boyardee??? \:o ;\)

TIS
Posted By: JRCX

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/17/07 04:06 AM

Tonite's Dinner

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Posted By: The Italian Stallionette

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/17/07 04:11 AM

That looks good. \:\) What is the side? Looks like fried eggplant?????



TIS
Posted By: JRCX

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/17/07 04:39 AM

Thanx! It was an experiment, i actually wanted to embed the pic and give the recipe, but its fairly simple:

Eggplant: Sliced in 1/4" slices, brushed with olive oil and sprinkeld with GOOD salt (not table salt but whatever gourmet salt you have, try salttraders.com). throw on the grill, flip once.

Lamb Chops: use coarse sicilian sea salt, fresh cracked black pepper, again, throw on the grill.

Pasta: very simple, boil any type of pasta, preferably spaghetti, spaghettini, linquine, fettucine, but anything works... in a pan add equal parts of butter and GOOD extra virgin olive oil... and add in a TON of cracked black pepper... this is what will give it heat... when the pasta is done, don't drain fully... add it in to the pan, more cracked black pepper, turn off the flame/heat, add paremesean cheese, sprinkle with fresh chopped parsley -- trust me, as simple as it is, its probably the most deliscious you've ever had... i owe that recipe to Molto Mario.
Posted By: JRCX

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/17/07 05:00 AM

1) Risotto with Asparagus
2) That leftover risotto made into rice balls with marinara sauce

:-)

Attached picture 211-riceballs.jpg
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Posted By: Mignon

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/18/07 12:22 AM

Subs from Subway
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/18/07 12:45 AM

Roast loin of pork with brown gravy, baked sweet potatoes, broccoli sauteed in garlic and olive oil and applesauce.
Posted By: JRCX

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/18/07 03:30 AM

Pasta con sarde, almost, lol, I didn't have pine nuts or fennel, so I just omitted those ingredients, came out ok, not as good as the authentic recipe which is more arabic than italian since its a sicilian dish... (no tomatoes, this predates columbus' journey to the americas).
Posted By: J Geoff

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/18/07 03:49 AM


Corned Beef Reuben w/ a side of slaw
Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/18/07 08:53 AM

Bacon,mushroom omelette,spicy potato wedges and beans!
Posted By: Don Cardi

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/18/07 01:20 PM

 Originally Posted By: JRCX
(no tomatoes, this predates columbus' journey to the americas).


I'm going to start calling you Johnny History! ;\)


Seriously though, and I am not doubting you whatsoever here, but were the addition of tomatoes to this dish something that was done here in America? Not in Italy?
Posted By: XDCX

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/18/07 02:14 PM

Left over turkey and dumplings, with stuffing and green bean casserole.
Posted By: klydon1

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/18/07 03:12 PM

Last night, I was home early, so I made dinner. Grilled chicken tenders, marinated in terriyaki, and a can of Bush's baked beans. They are the best canned beans I've had.

During the Summer we had a few parties where a guest brought her homemade pork and beans. I need to get a recipe for it.
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/18/07 03:24 PM

Bush's beans are definitely the best.
Posted By: Mignon

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/19/07 12:48 AM

Spaghetti
Posted By: Don Cardi

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/19/07 01:11 AM

 Originally Posted By: Mignon
Spaghetti




You made home made marinara sauce? Or Oglio Oil?
Posted By: Mignon

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/19/07 01:18 AM

Oglio Oil?
Posted By: SC

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/19/07 01:37 AM

 Originally Posted By: Mignon
Oglio Oil?


Popeye's Italian girlfriend.
Posted By: Mignon

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/19/07 01:48 AM

Thanks for clearing that up ;\)
Posted By: Don Cardi

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/19/07 01:50 AM

 Originally Posted By: Mignon
Oglio Oil?



Some spell it Aglio Oil and some Oglio Oil.

Either way it means Spaghetti with Garlic and Olive Oil.

You know how to make it?

Finely slice, paper thin slices (like in Goodfellas ), a desired amount of fresh garlic. Coarsely chop some parsley and also some basil. Put to the side. Bring a pot of water to a boil. When the water comes to a rapid boil, add spaghetti and stir rapidly adding salt to the water as you are stirring the spaghetti, making sure that the spghetti does NOT stick together.

Once the water returns to a boil, turn down the flame a bit and let the spaghetti cook 8 to 10 minutes depending on how hard or soft you like the spaghetti. While the spaghetti is cooking, heat the Olive Oil in a large pan. Add the finely sliced garlic, a pinch of salt and a pinch of black pepper.

Make sure that you shut the flame under the pan as SOON as the garlic begins to turn a very light brown. You do NOT want to burn or over cook your garlic. When you are satisfied that the spaghetti is cooked to your desired tenderness, strain the cooked spaghetti into a colander, turn the flame under the pan of garlic and oil back back on, add the parsley and basil, stir, and then add the cooked pasta. Stir for about 20 seconds and empty into a serving dish.


Then you'll have an authentic dish of Spaghetti Oglio Oil.

I promise you that after that, you family will never want to see a can of spaghetti-o's ever again! ;\)
Posted By: JRCX

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/19/07 03:52 AM

Don Cardi, are you sure about the basil? (-; As for the pasta con sarde, if its the "original" recipe, no tomatoes, if its got tomatoes in it, then its "St. Joseph's" sauce, in honor of the feast of the Saint... it all boils down to who was making it in what period and/or what ingredients were available... I know 500 years was a long time ago, but thats the beauty of authentic dishes which have changed very little. (For anyone interested in the history, Columbus came to the Americas and found tomatoes and brought them back to europe). I love food, I love history, sorry, can't help it! \:\)

As for me, tonite i had the 2nd half of that eggplant grilled, and a variation of "Aglio Olio" oddly enough lol...
Posted By: Don Cardi

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/19/07 11:27 AM

 Originally Posted By: JRCX
Don Cardi, are you sure about the basil? (-;

As for the pasta con sarde, if its the "original" recipe, no tomatoes, if its got tomatoes in it, then its "St. Joseph's" sauce, in honor of the feast of the Saint...



Never bad to include a touch/light sprinkle of Basil, sliced, diced and chopped very, very fine to add some taste to a pasta dish. I guess you've never had a home made dish of Oglio Oil while in Calabria. ;\)


And thanks for the explanation differentiating Pasta Cpn Sarde and St. Joseph's Sauce. I wasn't aware of that. Then again I'm not a big fan of Pasta Con Sarde or any kind of fish sauce for the matter.


EDIT : While catching up on some posts I missed in this topic, I came across a post calling for the use of butter when making Oglio Oil! \:o As far as I know, using butter when cooking Oglio Oil in a real Italian household is an infamia!
Posted By: J Geoff

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/19/07 05:30 PM

 Originally Posted By: Don Cardi

Some spell it Aglio Oil and some Oglio Oil.

...and only the former would be correct ;\)

aglio = garlic
olio = oil

aglio e olio = garlic and oil
olio d'oliva = olive oil (Don Altobello says it in GF3)


PS - For some reason my Sicilian dictionary doesn't have the word "oil" in it, but garlic is agghiu. Maybe "Oglio" is correct there? Don't know...
Posted By: SC

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/19/07 05:36 PM

 Originally Posted By: J Geoff
olio d'oliva = olive oil (Don Altobello says it in GF3)


Who's dis Altobello fella???
Posted By: Don Cardi

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/19/07 07:52 PM

 Originally Posted By: J Geoff
 Originally Posted By: Don Cardi

Some spell it Aglio Oil and some Oglio Oil.


PS - For some reason my Sicilian dictionary doesn't have the word "oil" in it, but garlic is agghiu. Maybe "Oglio" is correct there? Don't know...


I stand corrected. Don Geoff is right.

It's actually Aglio Olio.

But the real question to the authenticity of Italiano is not the spelling of the words Garlic and Oil, but if an authentic Italiano would EVER use butter in making a dish of Spaghetti Aglio Olio? ;\)
Posted By: J Geoff

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/19/07 11:53 PM

 Originally Posted By: Don Cardi
...if an authentic Italiano would EVER use butter in making a dish of Spaghetti Aglio Olio? ;\)

Sure, but then it'd be a scampi-style sauce, not oil & garlic ;\)
Posted By: Don Cardi

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/20/07 04:30 AM

 Originally Posted By: J Geoff
 Originally Posted By: Don Cardi
...if an authentic Italiano would EVER use butter in making a dish of Spaghetti Aglio Olio? ;\)

Sure, but then it'd be a scampi-style sauce, not oil & garlic ;\)


Using butter and oil to make a dish of Shrimp or Chicken scampi is one thing. But using butter with oil to make an authentic dish of Aglio Olio is an infamia in old world Italy. ;\)
Posted By: JRCX

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/20/07 04:39 AM

Basil is good, but naturally only in season, tonite i had gotten some pizza from Italianissimo, its the only brick oven pizza in Caldwell (many of you may know Italianissimo from the Sopranos and the Wild Bird Center is right next door)... so i saw a nice bunch of fresh basil sitting there and asked the guy to shred it and add it to the pizza... probably one of the best slices in town and/or for miles -- it amazes me how no one knows how to make pizza anymore. I try to make it myself every friday nite but tonite i just didn't have time... so i go in search of a decent slice of pizza whenever i dont have time... there is a place in Lodi which is supposed to be the best, maybe I will check that out on sunday for lunch... rumor has it even Sinatra has eaten there...
Posted By: J Geoff

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/20/07 05:40 AM

 Originally Posted By: Don Cardi
Shrimp or Chicken scampi

BTW, I learned tonight that "scampi" isn't the style, it's the main ingredient -- so therefore:

 Quote:
...hence, the seemingly redundant "shrimp scampi" or the seemingly impossible "chicken scampi".

...I had no idea!
Posted By: Don Cardi

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/20/07 02:20 PM

Wow! Pretty interesting! I never knew that either.

See, you're never too old to learn something new......

.....or in my case, too young. ;\)
Posted By: JRCX

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/21/07 05:05 AM

Bravo Geoff -- glad you pointed it out before I did... its kind of like "chicken fried steak" -- scampi is not a sauce, its a species lol.... speaking of steak, i had a great beef rib steak... having eaten mostly pasta, vegetables and seafood until recently, every type of meat is new and interesting to me, so i am going thru all the different types/cuts of meat... so I did it up on the grill... roasted potatoes with rosemary & thyme... and for some reason, nothing accompanies a good steak like a good martini, more so over wine or beer... I had equal parts of gin and Stoli Limon shaken hard over ice... this removed the need for vermouth or the lemon rind... yum!
Posted By: Signor Vitelli

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/21/07 07:10 AM

 Originally Posted By: JRCX
there is a place in Lodi which is supposed to be the best... rumor has it even Sinatra has eaten there...


Lately?

Signor V.
Posted By: J Geoff

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/21/07 09:00 AM

 Originally Posted By: JRCX
there is a place in Lodi which is supposed to be the best...

They serve food at the Bada Bing! ?
Posted By: J Geoff

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/22/07 03:36 AM


Penne Aglio Olio w/ jumbo shrimp and mixed veggies... w/ a salad. Think I've reported this one before... ;\)
Posted By: JRCX

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/23/07 04:20 AM

Never went back to Lodi Pizza, though I wanted to for lunch today since I was in the area, instead, how to go to the Grande Saloon in Clifton -- their Oktoberfest Menu featured knackwurst & bratwurst with potato pancakes and red cabbage saurkraut, well, as if i needed clarification, knackwurst is basically a hotdog doublt the thickness... and tasted just the same. The bratwurst was a bit better, its supoosed to be a veal sausage, it tasted like a breakfast sausage, far better than the overgrown hot dog, the potato pancakes however, were just fried round hashbrownd or flat tater tots... not the best meal, but interesting since i never had either, but i guess, i have had both... just in a better way lol.
Posted By: JRCX

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/23/07 04:21 AM

PS - So Geoff said was, he basically had pasta primavera with shrimp :-P
Posted By: J Geoff

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/23/07 04:43 AM


I've never been blown away by a German dish... don't hate it, don't particularly crave it either. Yet, once I ordered some type of various German sausages platter and thought I was gonna gag (hold the jokes \:p ). Not a huge fan I guess...

 Originally Posted By: JRCX
PS - So Geoff said was, he basically had pasta primavera with shrimp :-P

Same difference I suppose \:p
Posted By: Don Cardi

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/23/07 08:47 AM

 Originally Posted By: J Geoff

I've never been blown away by a German dish... don't hate it, don't particularly crave it either.


I enjoy a Bratwurst on the BBQ every now and then as well as a nice dish of Rinderghoulash. I also a like Wienerschnitzel which is really nothing more than a fried breaded veal cutlet.


Like you, I am never blown away with German food and don't particulary crave it. But if those I happen to be out with choose to go to a German restaurant, I have no problem.
Posted By: DE NIRO

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/23/07 08:52 AM

You guys have obviously never tried traditional german food,just the commercial food, really is nice, i forget the names of the dishs..
Posted By: Don Cardi

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/23/07 08:34 PM

 Originally Posted By: DE NIRO
You guys have obviously never tried traditional german food,just the commercial food, really is nice, i forget the names of the dishs..


Wrong.


I've eaten at a traditional German Bavaria Inn right near my home. KILLMEYERS

The Rinderghoulash that they make is far from commercial and is excellent as is their Wienerschnitzel.

I've also eaten in another well known traditional authentic German restaurant out in Lindenhurst Long Island called Georgia's German Restaurant which is frequented by the locals of the area. Lindenhurst L.I. is a samll town that consists of mostly Irish and German people. Nothing commercial about this restaurant either. ;\)


Again, I like some German food, will not object to going out to eat German food, but it's not a food that I crave once every other week.

Posted By: Don Cardi

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/23/07 08:34 PM

Tonight I'll be making a BBQ'd flank steak that been marinating for a day in fresh garlic, onion, teriyaki sauce and sesame seeds along with some BBQ'd fresh colossal tiger shrimp brushed with olive oil, basil, garlic, pepper, parsley, oregano and paprika.

A couple of baked potatoes along with a nice iceberg lettuce and tomato salad on the side.
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/23/07 08:39 PM

I have some chopmeat in the fridge, but I have no clue what to do with it.
Posted By: Mignon

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/23/07 08:40 PM

Cabbage and noodles.
Posted By: pizzaboy

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/23/07 08:41 PM

I have some really fresh chicken gizzards that I'm gonna fry up with onions and hot peppers, some soft polenta and fresh spinach on the side.
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/23/07 08:48 PM

I may try sheperd's pie. I've always liked it, and it's a change from meatloaf or burgers.
Posted By: Don Cardi

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/23/07 08:49 PM

 Originally Posted By: Sicilian Babe
I have some chopmeat in the fridge, but I have no clue what to do with it.


Prepare it like meatballs, make a little marinara sauce on the side, flatten them into burgers and then BBQ it as you would burgers and melt some mozzarella on them. Pizza Burgers!
Posted By: Don Cardi

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/23/07 08:50 PM

 Originally Posted By: Mignon
Cabbage and noodles.


Canned? \:p ;\)
Posted By: Mignon

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/23/07 09:20 PM

 Originally Posted By: Don Cardi
 Originally Posted By: Mignon
Cabbage and noodles.


Canned? \:p ;\)


I was waiting for that one. Right on time DC \:p
Posted By: DonMichaelCorleone

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/23/07 10:20 PM

Home Made Chicken Parmigiana \:\)
Posted By: SC

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/23/07 10:27 PM

 Originally Posted By: DonMichaelCorleone
Home Made Chicken Parmigiana


You choked the chicken yourself?
Posted By: DonMichaelCorleone

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/23/07 10:28 PM

 Originally Posted By: SC
 Originally Posted By: DonMichaelCorleone
Home Made Chicken Parmigiana


You choked the chicken yourself?


Yeah, you gotta pay to have someone else do it \:\/
Posted By: pizzaboy

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/23/07 10:29 PM

Woogie: "You do flog the dolphin before a big date, don't you?"
Posted By: DonMichaelCorleone

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/23/07 10:33 PM

 Originally Posted By: pizzaboy
Woogie: "You do flog the dolphin before a big date, don't you?"


Big Date? you mean like December 31st......
Posted By: pizzaboy

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/23/07 10:35 PM

 Originally Posted By: DonMichaelCorleone
 Originally Posted By: pizzaboy
Woogie: "You do flog the dolphin before a big date, don't you?"


Big Date? you mean like December 31st......


No, that's from THERE'S SOMETHING ABOUT MARY.

Woogie advising Ted on the benefits of self gratification before a big date.
Posted By: DonMichaelCorleone

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/23/07 10:38 PM

I know where its from, I was insinuating that dates with "big" numbers in them were the only dates you went on ;\)
Posted By: Don Cardi

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/23/07 10:46 PM

OOOOOHHHHHHHHHH!!!!!

Now I'm going to get my popcorn and a beer!
Posted By: Mignon

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/23/07 11:10 PM

Add this to the popcorn and beer:
Posted By: Don Cardi

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/24/07 02:25 AM

 Originally Posted By: Mignon
Add this to the popcorn and beer:


Warning, Spoiler:
Posted By: Capo de La Cosa Nostra

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/24/07 02:34 AM

You guys have never truly eaten until you try eating a human.
Posted By: Don Cardi

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/24/07 02:37 AM

 Originally Posted By: Capo de La Cosa Nostra
You guys have never truly eaten until you try eating a human.



Does dessert with the opposite sex count? ;\)
Posted By: Capo de La Cosa Nostra

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/24/07 02:40 AM

As long as you "eat them out"...

\:p

(PS. Sorry to others.)
Posted By: Don Cardi

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/24/07 02:49 AM

 Originally Posted By: Capo de La Cosa Nostra
As long as you "eat them out"...

\:p

(PS. Sorry to others.)





oooohhhhh Capo!
Posted By: Capo de La Cosa Nostra

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/24/07 02:56 AM

Well, sorry to you as well, then! \:p
Posted By: Don Cardi

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/24/07 03:09 AM

 Originally Posted By: Capo de La Cosa Nostra
Well, sorry to you as well, then! \:p


No need to apologize to me! I started it! You just went a bit more into detail!

It's the ladies on here that I don't like to disrespect and am afraid of offending. But I've been called old fashioned many times.
Posted By: JRCX

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/24/07 04:47 AM

Well, I had taken out some meatballs & sausage in sauce I made about a month ago and had that for dinner... its my most familiar comfort food since i've been eating it as far back as I can remember, and for every single sunday since... the old school italians would eat it on Sunday, Tuesday, Thursday (if it got that far) then they would make it again on sunday... i tend to make it on a sunday, freeze most of it and a few hours of cooking will last me a month or 2 depending on my appetite and/or how busy I am those weeks... since I am single, it goes further \:\)

For those of you who watch FoodTV, Bobby Flay's Throwdown was the meatball throwdown... while there are a million different ways, seems like most agree, parsley, and veal, pork, beef and bread crumbs, fresh or store bought are a must.

As for german food, i've had authentic... my ex-gfriend was born in germany, so i have had the sauerbraten (spelling?) and any real, authentic homemade food is good, but the only way i can draw a parallel is the "white wine with fish, red wine with meat" theory -- its not true, the wine should compliment the food, if you dont like white wine, no matter how expensive or good it is, its never going to compliment the food, so i choose a lighter red. Same thing with food... if you don't like it, no matter how good it is, you don't like it, you may find some dishes better and more tolerable than others, but it will never be something you love like comfort food.

Germans will find german food great comfort food, but italian's won't. So, that being said, who cares to name their "alternate" comfort food? It CANNOT be an ethnic food, so what would it be?

For me, it would be poached eggs on toast... my aunt would make it for me as a child for lunch and slice it up into squares on white toast, definitely not italian but it always takes me back... that, and i guess my mother's meatloaf... (among many) but those would be the non-italian ones... If its fast food, i'd like Roy Rogers again, last one i was in was in NYC years ago, but the problem with fast food is they constantly change ingredients for greater profit and suppliment it by adding more salt, so even that is hard to "re-visit" these days....
Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/24/07 11:51 AM

Toad in the Hole for dinner tonight!
Posted By: SC

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/24/07 11:53 AM

 Originally Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas
Toad in the Hole for dinner tonight!


Is that what you get when you spread frog legs?
Posted By: DE NIRO

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/24/07 11:57 AM

Hmmmm.nice
Posted By: Signor Vitelli

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/24/07 01:47 PM

 Originally Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas
Toad in the Hole for dinner tonight!


Now you're talking!

I haven't made that in close to ten years. I had a weakness for it with lots of caper sauce made with beef stock and malt vinegar (among other things). Because of the varying palates of some of our friends, we even came up with a vegetarian variation that was actually quite enjoyable.

Often times specific foods conjure up lots of memories...

Dinner late last night was another one of my Asian noodle-house concoctions. I had been to the local Chinese market the other day and got some baby bok choy, rice noodles, bean sprouts, mushrooms and shrimp. Cooked up everything with some broth and spices and called it dinner. Or supper. Or breakfast. Or whatever...

Tonight, who can say? Perhaps I'll get inspiration from some of the (very) many cooking/food/travel shows on PBS or cable - though I think I'll draw the line at stuff like skewered chicken intestines. Leave that to the Zimmerns and Bourdains of the world.

Or, maybe I'll open a can of Spaghetti-O's. ;\)

Signor V.
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/24/07 03:01 PM

Well, I made sheperd's pie last night. For a first attempt, it was pretty good. I peeled and boiled my potatoes, then mashed them with butter and milk, and put them aside. I sauteed some onion, celery and carrots, then added the ground beef. I cooked it until it was browned, and then added some green beans, beef broth and a little flour to thicken it. I put it all in a pyrex dish, covered it with the mashed potatoes and baked it for about half an hour. The potatoes wouldn't brown, so I had to put it under the broiler for a couple of minutes, and then they crisped up nicely.

JR, the best comfort food for me is macaroni and cheese. It's my favorite. Although I prefer home-made, I even love that gross Kraft stuff in the box. My husband can't tolerate it, so that's a "treat" that the girls and I will indulge in when he's not going to be home for dinner.
Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/24/07 03:06 PM

 Originally Posted By: SC
 Originally Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas
Toad in the Hole for dinner tonight!


Is that what you get when you spread frog legs?


\:\)
Posted By: Signor Vitelli

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/24/07 06:29 PM

 Originally Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas
 Originally Posted By: SC
 Originally Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas
Toad in the Hole for dinner tonight!


Is that what you get when you spread frog legs?


\:\)


I dunno - why don't you ask Miss Piggy? ;\)

(Probably still tastes like chicken...)

Signor V.
Posted By: klydon1

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/24/07 08:04 PM

 Originally Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas
Toad in the Hole for dinner tonight!


Sounds interesting, but I've never heard of it. How do you make it?
Posted By: Mignon

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/24/07 11:57 PM

Went to Ponderosa Steakhouse \:x I hate that place.
Posted By: Don Cardi

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/25/07 03:29 AM

Ordered a pizza and buffalo chicken wings.
Posted By: J Geoff

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/25/07 03:46 AM


Spinach Salad (w/ bacon, hardboiled egg, mushrooms, and tomatoes I can't freakin' think of the name of -- small and oval, not cherry tomatoes I don't think, right?) and then fried oysters (frozen ) w/ steamed veggies...

($12.95 for 7 previously frozen breaded oysters )
Posted By: SC

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/25/07 03:49 AM

 Originally Posted By: J Geoff
and tomatoes I can't freakin' think of the name off -- small and oval, not cherry tomatoes I don't think, right?)


No... they're called cherry tomatoes.

Posted By: J Geoff

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/25/07 03:58 AM


I just remembered -- they're called grape tomatoes ;\)
Posted By: svsg

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/25/07 03:58 AM

Roma Tomato?
Posted By: svsg

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/25/07 04:03 AM

oops you already replied \:p
Posted By: SC

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/25/07 04:14 AM

 Originally Posted By: J Geoff

I just remembered -- they're called grape tomatoes


Never tried them. If they're the same "consistency" as grapes I doubt I'd like them.
Posted By: J Geoff

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/25/07 04:29 AM


Nah, they're a little firmer, like cherry tomatoes. I should've remembered the name -- my mom gets them all the time -- I just had a brain cramp. They're actually pretty good...
Posted By: JRCX

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/25/07 04:44 AM

I can see Mac & Cheese as a comfort food, easily, even for myself, although I never really had it as a kid or in college... Alton Brown on the Food Network makes a great one... something i have to learn to make from scratch! I have to think about tomorrow nite's dinner... havent had fish in awhile but most of it comes frozen from china and/or southeast asia (if anyone has noticed), its a bit disturbing... my fish monger says that the US seas are overfished and the military are the main reason for pollution in the waters... so now we get it from China which is better?? Wow, I wonder if people in Maine or Florida get it fresher, we can't fly it in from there but we can get it from china?? Ok im ranting here, can you tell?!?
Posted By: Mignon

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/25/07 05:08 AM

 Originally Posted By: J Geoff

I just remembered -- they're called grape tomatoes ;\)


We call them Tommy toes.
Posted By: Signor Vitelli

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/25/07 06:26 AM

 Originally Posted By: klydon1
 Originally Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas
Toad in the Hole for dinner tonight!


Sounds interesting, but I've never heard of it. How do you make it?


Toad in the Hole - Wikipedia Article

There are recipe links at the bottom of the page.

Signor V.
Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/25/07 12:48 PM

 Originally Posted By: Signor Vitelli
 Originally Posted By: klydon1
 Originally Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas
Toad in the Hole for dinner tonight!


Sounds interesting, but I've never heard of it. How do you make it?


Toad in the Hole - Wikipedia Article

There are recipe links at the bottom of the page.

Signor V.

That picture looked exactly like the one i had last night SV
Great link my friend!
Posted By: klydon1

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/25/07 01:50 PM

 Originally Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas
 Originally Posted By: Signor Vitelli
 Originally Posted By: klydon1
 Originally Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas
Toad in the Hole for dinner tonight!


Sounds interesting, but I've never heard of it. How do you make it?


Toad in the Hole - Wikipedia Article

It sounds and looks good. Thank you, gentlemen.

There are recipe links at the bottom of the page.

Signor V.

That picture looked exactly like the one i had last night SV
Great link my friend!
Posted By: Capo de La Cosa Nostra

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/25/07 05:19 PM

Tonight for tea I'm eating my left hand.
Posted By: Beth E

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/25/07 05:25 PM

You really only need one hand anyway.
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/26/07 01:00 AM

 Originally Posted By: J Geoff

I just remembered -- they're called grape tomatoes ;\)


Mr. Babe grew them this summer. We had so many that we couldn't possibly eat them all. My mother even made sauce out of them, mixing them in with the larger tomatoes. We must have had THOUSANDS. You know the quart wonton soup containers? We would fill several every other day or so at the peak of the season. We were so sick of them!!!
Posted By: JRCX

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/26/07 05:02 AM

Penne Rigata with meatballs -- poached egg on italian toast for lunch... tomorrow nite... the standard pizza, not sure if i will try to make it or if i will try a new place in hopes to find something that is more than mediocre!
Posted By: J Geoff

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/26/07 07:28 AM

 Originally Posted By: Sicilian Babe
Mr. Babe grew them this summer. We had so many that we couldn't possibly eat them all.

...just fine. And if he forgets me again next year, I'll have to give him something ELSE to remember me by! And it may not be as ticklish as a scratched cornea! ;\)
Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/26/07 01:13 PM

 Originally Posted By: Capo de La Cosa Nostra
Tonight for tea I'm eating my left hand.

Will you be dipping it in some sauce for extra flavour first?
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/26/07 10:12 PM

 Originally Posted By: J Geoff
 Originally Posted By: Sicilian Babe
Mr. Babe grew them this summer. We had so many that we couldn't possibly eat them all.

...just fine. And if he forgets me again next year, I'll have to give him something ELSE to remember me by! And it may not be as ticklish as a scratched cornea! ;\)


Wah, wah, wah, give me some tomatoes, do my laundry, cook me dinner...

If you were taking care of the pool like you were supposed to, you could have just picked your own! \:p
Posted By: JRCX

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/27/07 04:01 AM

Well that burrata came in from the gourmet place in verona... $20, i took a pic if anyone cares to see it. It had to be flown here overnight, its something I've personally never seen outside of italy and only knew of its exsistence from Tony Bourdain's No Reservations Tuscany show -- its a 1lb sack of cream, curd, mozzarella with a buttery taste, all packaged in, mozzarella of course... deliscious, you can't eat a whole one, and $20 is relative, expensive, not sure i would buy it again, but at least I can say i've tried it, its kind of like caviar and dom perignon, not really worth it, but something someone should experience... and for only $20 its far less expensive than most delicacies... i had it with basil, tomato & some extra virgin olive oil from sicily... i am sure i would gasp if i knew the calorie or fat content lol.
Posted By: J Geoff

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/27/07 05:44 AM


Why do you hurt me so, SB?

I'm staying.

Don't you have any Clorox2 ?? \:p ;\)
Posted By: JRCX

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/28/07 03:49 AM

http://www.eganandsons.com -- check out the menu, very unique, great food and reasonable if you are in the area, i had the lamb in guiness pie tonite. Its also a microbrewery and their pale ale was some of the best i've had!
Posted By: J Geoff

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/28/07 04:04 AM


Tonight's reception was at the Point Pleasant Jack Backer's Lobster Shanty. I was thinking "great, Lobster Shanty \:\/ " because the one here in Toms River never really impressed me. Well, the one in Point did! Great service and great food!

I didn't get a choice of beef/chicken/seafood - she had a filet mignon in her hand and I said it was fine. I'd've preferred the seafood platter, considering it was a seafood joint. But figured since the other location wasn't all that great, why not try the filet (the photog said no to the filet and he got the seafood - that bastard! - his looked wonderful: scallops, lobster tail, fish, shrimp, etc. ...But my filet melted in my mouth - I was shocked! Excellent! (The guy at the table who got the chicken said it sucked. Why he asked for chicken at a wedding is beyond me lol)

Posted By: JRCX

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/28/07 04:55 AM

Why anyone in the wedding biz would ever ask for chicken is beyond me, I don't even buy it anymore, i've had chicken sooo MANY bad ways, i now refuse to eat it 90% of the time unless its a well known chicken and/or buffalo wing place...
Posted By: Mignon

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/28/07 06:20 PM

 Originally Posted By: J Geoff
I didn't get a choice of beef/chicken/seafood - she had a filet mignon in her hand and I said it was fine.


Who is she? And are you filming receptions every weekend now?
Posted By: chopper

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/28/07 07:27 PM

tonight meal steak (well done) herb and leek sausages,roast potatoes, carrots, peas and onion and Mushroom gravy
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/28/07 08:59 PM

JG, Clorox 2?? Sorry, we're an OxyClean household!

I've got porkchops marinating for the grill as we speak. My sister-in-law gave me this marinade recipe years ago, and the porkchops come out great! 1/4 cup of soy sauce, 1/4 cup of water, 1 tbs. of ketchup and 2 tbs. of sherry, and garlic powder to taste.
Posted By: DonMichaelCorleone

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/28/07 09:22 PM

 Originally Posted By: Mignon
 Originally Posted By: J Geoff
I didn't get a choice of beef/chicken/seafood - she had a filet mignon in her hand and I said it was fine.


Who is she?


SHE? oh Geoff must have meant his date, the girl he brought with.. I almost said that with a straight face JG ;\)

I'm sure he meant the waitress.
Posted By: J Geoff

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/29/07 12:57 AM


Had to feed the star of my next flick so went out (rare for me! ) ...vodka penne w/ skewered shrimp (a recent favorite)

 Originally Posted By: Mignon
are you filming receptions every weekend now?
The season is winding down, so not every weekend, Miggy.

 Originally Posted By: DonMichaelCorleone
almost said that with a straight face JG ;\)
DMC? "I'll visit him soon..." \:p

 Originally Posted By: Sicilian Babe
I've got porkchop marinating...
Oooo, baby!! \:D ;\)
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/29/07 01:22 AM

 Originally Posted By: J Geoff

 Originally Posted By: Sicilian Babe
I've got porkchops marinating...
Oooo, baby!! \:D ;\)


They were quite juicy and delicious.
Posted By: Mignon

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/29/07 01:36 AM

 Originally Posted By: J Geoff
Had to feed the star of my next flick so went out

Thanks Geoff, you broke my heart. \:\( Did you forget I VOLUNTERED to be the star of one of your movies.
Posted By: DonMichaelCorleone

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/29/07 02:41 AM

The star of your next flick? I guess now that you are a big time film maker women don't fake it with you..they're just auditioning ;\) \:p
Posted By: Mignon

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/29/07 02:57 AM

Geoffy has a casting bed?
Posted By: klydon1

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/29/07 03:34 PM

 Originally Posted By: Sicilian Babe
JG, Clorox 2?? Sorry, we're an OxyClean household!

I've got porkchops marinating for the grill as we speak. My sister-in-law gave me this marinade recipe years ago, and the porkchops come out great! 1/4 cup of soy sauce, 1/4 cup of water, 1 tbs. of ketchup and 2 tbs. of sherry, and garlic powder to taste.


That reminds me of a marinade I would make for chicken:

Equal parts of ketchup, soy sauce, orange juice and brown sugar.
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/29/07 03:52 PM

Love orange juice and brown sugar in a marinade. Thank goodness it's close to lunchtime - I'm starving!!
Posted By: Beth E

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/29/07 03:54 PM

 Originally Posted By: klydon1
 Originally Posted By: Sicilian Babe
JG, Clorox 2?? Sorry, we're an OxyClean household!



That reminds me of a marinade I would make for chicken:




Upon first reading this all I saw was what SB wrote about Clorox and Oxyclean, then you wrote it reminds you of a marinade. I was thinking how I don't want to be invited to your house for dinner.
Posted By: Blibbleblabble

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/29/07 04:02 PM

I did the same thing Beth, I had to go back and see how his marinade was similar to Clorox
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/29/07 05:52 PM

At the rate my kids have pissed me off the past few days, that may be my new secret ingredient.
Posted By: klydon1

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/29/07 05:55 PM



That particular marinade is one that nobody has ever had twice. \:D
Posted By: Don Cardi

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/29/07 06:56 PM

 Originally Posted By: Beth E
 Originally Posted By: klydon1
 Originally Posted By: Sicilian Babe
JG, Clorox 2?? Sorry, we're an OxyClean household!



That reminds me of a marinade I would make for chicken:




Upon first reading this all I saw was what SB wrote about Clorox and Oxyclean, then you wrote it reminds you of a marinade. I was thinking how I don't want to be invited to your house for dinner.


I did the same thing also Beth.

Which brings me to a cute little story.

I used to drive into work everyday with one of the brokers that used to work for me. Besides his working for me we were personal friends. His mom used to be a floor manager on the exchange for many years and retired about 10 years ago. I knew him and his family very well.

Anyway his mom has the beginnings of Alzheimer's disease. One morning he picks me up and we are talking and I ask him how his mother is doing (she lives with his sister downstairs from him).

He looks at me and says "You don't want to know what happened yesterday."

He goes on to tell me that he was upstairs, about to sit down to dinner with his wife and kids, when he heard his sister scream
" What did you do? What is this?"

So he runs downstairs and his sister guzzling water down her throat and he asks "what's the matter?" and his sister goes
"Just taste this!" So he takes a piece of chicken cutlet and eats it and then spits it out!

He looks at his mother and then his sister and says? "What the hell did she do?"

Apparently the mother was frying Chicken cutlets for dinner and about halfway through frying she needed more oil in the pan. So she reached under the sink to where they keep the oil to get it and add it to the pan.

They figured out that she never picked up the oil. Instead she picked up Palmolive dish washing liquid and fried the second batch of chicken cutlets in the dish washing liquid!

I don't think that they ever let her cook from that day on!

Sad, but if you knew my friend's mom, it's pretty funny.
Posted By: klydon1

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/29/07 08:39 PM



That's a great story, DC. I have seen relatives of mine live through senility, and if you don't take the time to have a laugh or two, the disease will beat you as well.

I don't want to get removed from the food topic, but I was visiting my grandmother in the early 80s when she was recovering from a broken hip at the time when her mind was fading...the line between past and present had been becoming blurred for her.

There was a knock on the door, and expecting another family member, I was shocked to see the bishop at the door to visit. He had gone to school with my uncle, and was in the hospital and decided to stop by. My grandmother looked at him, but couldn't remember his name. He said, "Jimmy Timlin."

She then smiled and spoke to him as if he were getting ready to enter the seminary. He played along, but before he left, she told him, "Now study hard and you'll make yourself a damn good priest some day, and your ma will be proud some day."

He said, "Maybe someday I'll be bishop here."

My grandmother burst in to laughter, and when she finally caught her breath said, "Now that's a good one."
Posted By: Capo de La Cosa Nostra

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/30/07 12:38 AM

Tonight I'm having my right hand.
Posted By: svsg

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/30/07 12:41 AM

 Originally Posted By: Capo de La Cosa Nostra
Tonight I'm having my right hand.

You should have started with your feet. Hands are useful in lifting food.
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/30/07 01:01 AM

Catfish tonight, simply covered in flour and fried in a mixture of butter and canola oil. They were fresh and delicious.
Posted By: klydon1

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/30/07 03:37 AM

I've grilled catfish quite a few times, and have found that there is not much room for error in knowing when it's ready.
Posted By: JRCX

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/30/07 03:41 AM

I had the last batch of meatballs and sauce that I had frozen, I usually make it every month or so and freeze most of it, because I am only one person, a few hours worth of cooking on a sunday usually gets me 2 meals a week for a month or two! \:\)
Posted By: J Geoff

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/30/07 05:28 AM


Salmon over spinach (I passed on the hollandaise sauce) w/ mixed veggies and a seafood bisque...
Posted By: JRCX

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/31/07 05:02 AM

Tonite i had something i havent had in awhile... Pasta Carbonara, or, the "Coal Miner's Pasta" -- pancetta fried in a bit of olive oil till crispy (italian bacon, its cured, just not smoked), plenty of fresh black pepper (thats where the "Coal/carbon/carbonara) term comes from) then you cook your linguine, spaghetti or cappelini, retain some of the pasta water, dump into the pan with the pancetta, cook for a min or 2, turn off flame, add your egg (quickly and stir so its not a scrambled egg locked in pasta), add some parsley, grated cheese and the salty, meaty taste is great... bacon works too if you cant get/find/have pancetta... its a great meal, the simplest dishes taste the best...
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/31/07 05:32 PM

BACON??!! Please!! Shield my eyes!!! Pancetta and pancetta ONLY!!

I made a roast beef on Saturday and we had so much left over that it seemed a shame to waste it. I made some shells and broccoli cooked in garlic and oil to go with it.
Posted By: Don Cardi

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/31/07 06:24 PM

I think that I posted a recipe for Spaghetti Carbonara a while back somewhere in this thread.

You are exactly right about adding the egg quickly so as not to have scrambled eggs!

Definitely my favorite pasta dish JRCX!


As for tonight's dinner :

Probably Candy, candy, a Pizza and Calzone, and more candy!
Posted By: dontomasso

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/31/07 06:44 PM

 Originally Posted By: Sicilian Babe
BACON??!! Please!! Shield my eyes!!! Pancetta and pancetta ONLY!!



I agree completely SB. If you use bacon in spaghetti carbonara,
you may as well also use egg beaters.

BTW Linguine or even Fettucine make a great carbonaras also. Because the pasta is thicker more sauce sticks to it.
Posted By: pizzaboy

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/31/07 06:46 PM

Funny you mention Spaghetti Carbonara, DC. Last night we had it's southern Italian cousin, Perciatelli Filetto Pomodoro, which is one of my favorites (pancetta, onions and garlic, simmered in a light tomato, basil sauce) topped off with some fresh locatelli, mmmmmmmm. The leftover sauce makes a great pasta fagioli, by adding some broth, white beans and ditalini. That's what we're having tonight.
Posted By: JRCX

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 11/01/07 04:33 AM

Well, bacon has great smokey flavor, maybe it has no place in italian cooking but let's face it, bacon tastes great even on bananas lol... no escaping that as a guilty pleasure, but tonite I tried one of Lidia's recipes, of course it failed because i only watched her do it, i didnt look at the recipe on her website, basically it was "italian home fries" where you use onions, pancetta, and boiled potatoes... for me, i over cooked the potatoes so when i tried to get them crispy in the pan basically it turned into great mashed potatoes, which is fine... had a T-Bone steak on the grill since it was on sale, and i tend to always eat meat on halloween -- something about charred animal flesh, the red meat and the red juices just bring out the vampire in me <-:
Posted By: Capo de La Cosa Nostra

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 11/01/07 06:18 PM

Tonight I'm eating my left foot.
Posted By: Don Cardi

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 11/01/07 06:21 PM

Hmmmm.

Butter in his Garlic and Oil.

Bacon in his Carbonara.

And he questions my use of Basil?

\:p



;\)

Posted By: klydon1

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 11/01/07 09:34 PM

 Originally Posted By: Capo de La Cosa Nostra
Tonight I'm eating my left foot.


Not the first time you had your foot in your mouth, is it? ;\) \:\)

(I had to beat SC to this line).
Posted By: svsg

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 11/01/07 11:24 PM

 Originally Posted By: klydon1
 Originally Posted By: Capo de La Cosa Nostra
Tonight I'm eating my left foot.


Not the first time you had your foot in your mouth, is it? ;\) \:\)

(I had to beat SC to this line).

Posted By: klydon1

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 11/02/07 01:29 AM

I got home early from work, and took my sons to the neighborhood pub for dinner. We split a large plate of hot wings, and I had eggplant parmagian with a side of spaghetti while my boys had steak tenderloin sandwiches.

We brought some honey barbecue wings home for my wife and daughter, who were out.
Posted By: JRCX

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 11/02/07 04:54 AM

I made an "italian" version of black beans and rice... came out pretty good i must say... i may just have to add it as one of my signature dishes lol...
Posted By: J Geoff

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 11/02/07 07:41 AM


Is it really necessary to eat "Italian" every freakin' night?? Boooooo-ring! \:p

Hispanish (I just made that up I think) is great as it is - don't F with it. Get some variety in life. \:p

(5-Cheese white pie w/ broccoli lol)
Posted By: SC

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 11/02/07 07:52 AM

 Originally Posted By: klydon1
 Originally Posted By: Capo de La Cosa Nostra
Tonight I'm eating my left foot.

Not the first time you had your foot in your mouth, is it?

(I had to beat SC to this line).




Damn, damn, damn. (He beat me to it).
Posted By: Don Sicilia

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 11/02/07 04:19 PM

 Originally Posted By: klydon1
I got home early from work, and took my sons to the neighborhood pub for dinner. We split a large plate of hot wings, and I had eggplant parmagian with a side of spaghetti while my boys had steak tenderloin sandwiches.


Dad's turn to cook, KL?? ;\)
Posted By: pizzaboy

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 11/02/07 04:22 PM

Eggplant parmigiana is still my absolute favorite, simple "peasant" dish. I could eat it every day.
Posted By: Mignon

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 11/02/07 04:30 PM

 Originally Posted By: SC
Damn, damn, damn.


Reminds me of Florida Evans of Good Times.
Posted By: klydon1

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 11/02/07 05:33 PM

 Originally Posted By: SC
 Originally Posted By: klydon1
 Originally Posted By: Capo de La Cosa Nostra
Tonight I'm eating my left foot.

Not the first time you had your foot in your mouth, is it?

(I had to beat SC to this line).




Damn, damn, damn. (He beat me to it).


Posted By: klydon1

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 11/02/07 05:36 PM

 Originally Posted By: Don Sicilia
 Originally Posted By: klydon1
I got home early from work, and took my sons to the neighborhood pub for dinner. We split a large plate of hot wings, and I had eggplant parmagian with a side of spaghetti while my boys had steak tenderloin sandwiches.


Dad's turn to cook, KL?? ;\)


Yep. \:\) The funny thing was that I was starting to cook, and my wife suggested that since I'm not always home that early I should take the boys out to eat. They're 14 and 12, so they can pretty much be bottomless pits.
Posted By: Don Cardi

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 11/02/07 05:37 PM

Tonight I think we'll order Chinese and watch a good movie.
Posted By: klydon1

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 11/02/07 05:39 PM

 Originally Posted By: Don Cardi
Tongight I think we'll order Chinese and watch a good movie.


I've often been compared to a Chinese dish....sum dum guy. ;\)
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 11/02/07 05:51 PM

We got Good Night and Good Luck in the mail, so we may steal your idea tonight, DC.
Posted By: Mignon

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 11/02/07 11:43 PM

KFC
Posted By: JRCX

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 11/03/07 05:04 AM

There is plenty of variety even within italian cooking... You got the Italian Alps which there are heartier meat/potato dishes, then the pasta, then so many other regions with a vast and different variety. That being said, I just love pasta, so its so easy for me to eat italian every day, but I do have a burger or steak once a week and I do like to try something ethnic OTHER than italian on a saturday or sunday night... cooking chinese at home is never the same, and eating out gets expensive, but i can honestly eat italian every day and it is something very different if you follow the "never eat the same thing twice in one week" diet... a day for pasta, day for fish, day for meat, day for veggie dishes, etc... it can't ever get boring \:\)
Posted By: chopper

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 11/04/07 05:20 PM

Cajun Chicken,spicy potatoes and salad
Posted By: JRCX

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 11/05/07 04:37 AM

Went to a Polynesian restaurant for lunch, very Tiki-esque, but the food less than wow'd me. I should have went on a night when they have hula dancers, the place has been there since 1971. Then later at night I didn't feel like cooking, and was not all that hungry so I went to Lodi Pizza where Frank Sinatra has said to have been seen... yep, autographed photos of him on the wall (as well as Sopranos castmembers), Joe Pesci and some other noted actors... the pizza, well, good, but surely not the best \:\)
Posted By: Don Cardi

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 11/05/07 12:36 PM

 Originally Posted By: JRCX
.... so I went to Lodi Pizza where Frank Sinatra has said to have been seen...... the pizza, well, good, but surely not the best \:\)


I keep telling you and your buddy, as far as this country goes, outside of New York there is NO SUCH THING AS GOOD PIZZA!

\:p ;\)
Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 11/05/07 05:57 PM

Good old Shepherds Pie tonight
Posted By: chopper

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 11/05/07 07:02 PM

Steak and onion Baguttes
Posted By: Longneck

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 11/05/07 07:21 PM

Tonight I will eat Fried Chicken, The best mashed potatoes in the world, and sweet tea.
Posted By: klydon1

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 11/05/07 07:58 PM

Steelers are on tonight. We'll have stromboli and junk food at my house.

Usually, for Monday Night Football I stop by a friend's house. About a dozen guys show up and watch the game in his garage, and have a few beers. I normally stay until halftime, but if it's a game involving my team, I'll watch it home with my sons. It's too hard to watch it with a dozen drinking guys in a drafty garage.
Posted By: Longneck

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 11/05/07 08:12 PM

I had popcorn chicken, waffle fries, fried mozzarella, veggies and dip, and chips and dip for the Colts game yesterday.

Megan always cooks some good food for a big game.

I'm never watching a game in my garage!
Posted By: klydon1

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 11/05/07 08:31 PM

 Originally Posted By: Longneck
I had popcorn chicken, waffle fries, fried mozzarella, veggies and dip, and chips and dip for the Colts game yesterday.

Megan always cooks some good food for a big game.

I'm never watching a game in my garage!


For big games with people over, I try to have food that has something to do with the cities of the teams. New England might be clam chowder, Baltimore would be crab legs or crab cakes, Buffalo = buffalo wings.

I was at a friend's home for the Colts/Pats game, and they made barbecued ribs. While his wife wasn't planning her menu according to the teams playing, I thought it was an appropriate meal for Indianapolis. It would work for Kansas city too.
Posted By: JRCX

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 11/06/07 05:19 AM

Well Don Cardi... while you have a very strong point, NJ does have more italians demographically than NY, so I just refuse to believe that there is no good pizza outside of NY. That being said, my all time fave pizza places like Johns in the Village of Manhattan and Umberto's in Elmont/Queens are my all time fave, I just have to believe SOMEONE in NJ can come up with a decent slice... im still searching and will let you know... till then, i may have to make a special trip to http://kingumberto.com/ and buy extra to freeze -- get the "Grandma's" thats as close to real as it come as far as thin crust goes \:\)
Posted By: klydon1

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 11/06/07 03:10 PM

There's some great pizza in the small town of Old Forge, PA, which had been written up for their delicious and distinctive pizzas by USA Today. Main Street is lined with old pizza shops. I'm particularly fond of the double crust white. As good as it is, you almost need an angioplasty when you're done.
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 11/06/07 09:07 PM

I'm just about to pop a bone-in center cut pork roast in the oven. Love it on a chilly day, which it's turning out to be here.
Posted By: Don Cardi

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 11/06/07 09:37 PM

 Originally Posted By: Sicilian Babe
I'm just about to pop a bone-in..... Love it on a chilly day,


Damn! I gotta start going over The Babe's house for dinner!
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 11/06/07 09:50 PM

 Originally Posted By: Don Cardi
 Originally Posted By: Sicilian Babe
I'm just about to pop a bone-in..... Love it on a chilly day,


Damn! I gotta start going over The Babe's house for dinner!


Nothing makes you feel warmer than a hot oven. ;\)
Posted By: SC

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 11/06/07 09:53 PM

 Originally Posted By: Sicilian Babe
Nothing makes you feel warmer than a hot oven.


Especially when you pop a bone in it.
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 11/07/07 02:13 AM

My pork was juicy and delicious.
Posted By: JRCX

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 11/07/07 05:38 AM

I think we are getting off-topic here?? lol
Posted By: J Geoff

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 11/07/07 06:28 AM

 Originally Posted By: Sicilian Babe
My pork was juicy and delicious.

Thank you, Sweety! \:D
 Originally Posted By: JRCX
I think we are getting off-topic here?? lol

Mind your own business! \:p lol
Posted By: JRCX

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 11/07/07 06:37 AM

What is my business?? I don't think i filled out an application as to what is/isnt my biz?? lol
Posted By: J Geoff

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 11/07/07 06:42 AM



Then... "if you have to ask"....
Posted By: Longneck

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 11/07/07 01:50 PM

My wife and I decided we wanted some real authentic Italian food so we went to Olive Garden
Posted By: Beth E

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 11/07/07 02:03 PM

 Originally Posted By: Sicilian Babe
My pork was juicy and delicious.


My pork is usually rock hard.
Posted By: Don Cardi

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 11/07/07 02:35 PM

 Originally Posted By: JRCX
I think we are getting off-topic here?? lol


I beg to differ! If anything, I think that we finally got back on topic here!
Posted By: Don Cardi

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 11/07/07 02:37 PM

 Originally Posted By: Beth E
 Originally Posted By: Sicilian Babe
My pork was juicy and delicious.


My pork is usually rock hard.


You need to rub it down and massage it first, tenderize it. This way it will go in hard and come out tender and juicy.
Posted By: Beth E

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 11/07/07 02:47 PM

How did you become such an expert at that?
Posted By: Don Cardi

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 11/07/07 03:51 PM

 Originally Posted By: Beth E
How did you become such an expert at that?



By watching the Playboy...I mean... Food Network! ;\)
Posted By: Mignon

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 11/08/07 12:08 AM

 Originally Posted By: Don Cardi
 Originally Posted By: Beth E
 Originally Posted By: Sicilian Babe
My pork was juicy and delicious.


My pork is usually rock hard.


You need to rub it down and massage it first, tenderize it. This way it will go in hard and come out tender and juicy.


You forgot that you have to sing it a love song to.
Posted By: Beth E

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 11/08/07 12:23 AM

You have to serenade while you merinade.
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 11/08/07 12:46 AM

I made chicken soup with meat tortellini in it. You should have seen what I had to do to the chicken!!
Posted By: Mignon

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 11/08/07 01:07 AM

\:o
Posted By: Capo de La Cosa Nostra

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 11/08/07 03:02 AM

Tonight I'm eating out


my sister.
Posted By: JRCX

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 11/08/07 05:10 AM

YOU PEOPLE are sick! LOL... i had some shell steak, if anyone watches Colameco on PBS, i learned a new technique for cooking steak from one the very best steak houses in NYC... came out great actually.... asparagus was on sale too, so i had a good meal... who is local to NJ? I am thinking of a Pre-Thanksgiving meeting in north jersey if anyone is interested... there is a brazilian place that just keeps bringing you various bbq meats, every kind you can imagine, till you are full, one price -- let me know if there is any interest \:\)

PS - Geoff is buying so no worries there.
Posted By: J Geoff

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 11/08/07 08:12 AM


JR came here to Toms River once, and is now apparently too scared of "The Hood" to come back. \:p But hey, at $0.50/mile billed back to the studio, I'd gladly make the meeting

 Originally Posted By: JRCX
PS - Geoff is buying so no worries there.

Maybe I need a second job first \:p
Posted By: The Italian Stallionette

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 11/08/07 01:36 PM

Ok, I know better but it was a busy evening yesterday and I didn't feel like putting any effort into cooking, right? So, I had in the freezer Hungryman's XXL \:D Beef Strip tv dinner.

Ha ha, all I can say is "where's the beef?". What a sorry excuse for a dinner. Maybe a 6 strips of beef. What's up with that???

Ha ha!!!Like I say, I am not really surprised but wanted to bitch. \:p

TIS
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 11/08/07 01:59 PM

JR, I love those Brazilian places. Do you get the little wooden block that's red on one side and green on the other? We had one of those places here and as long as you had the green side up, they would keep bringing delicious meats on skewers. Their skirt steak was delicious.
Posted By: Longneck

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 11/08/07 02:08 PM

I haven't tried the Brazilian place here but I hear it's good
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 11/09/07 01:56 AM

I was pretty mad when ours went out of business. It was really good. They had a buffet, plus the meat at the table. And it was only $10 for lunch, which I thought was very reasonable.

Unfortunately, they were in the mall, and they didn't get much business during the week. I was always sort of afraid to eat dinner there because I wasn't confident that they refreshed the buffet, considering how slow it was during the day.
Posted By: J Geoff

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 11/09/07 02:04 AM

Now that the folks are back north for the holidays, I get some home-cookin' a couple times a week again Pot roast tonight \:\)
Posted By: Mignon

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 11/09/07 04:28 AM

 Originally Posted By: J Geoff
Now that the folks are back north for the holidays, I get some home-cookin' a couple times a week again Pot roast tonight \:\)


Not only you can get some home-cookin' maybe you can do this to:
Posted By: JRCX

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 11/09/07 05:18 AM

Hey Italian Stalionette.. those places do rock... check out greengrillrestaurant.com - yes, you get a chip or wooden block to face green up to keep it coming or red to hold off, we are full! its great fun... anyone want to join me??

PS - if Geoffy thinks T-River is the hood, i will bring him thru parts of newark my father described as "we bombed some cites in japan during WWII that didn't look as bad as this"... lol...
Posted By: J Geoff

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 11/09/07 05:25 AM

 Originally Posted By: Mignon
Not only you can get some home-cookin' maybe you can do this to:

Exactly, Miggy! A couple meals -- and a couple loads of laundry -- each week. \:D ;\)
Posted By: DonMichaelCorleone

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 11/10/07 10:50 PM

I went back to Clydz last night..I had another Russian Revolution..some blue sapphire drink (the girl I was with picked it) and then I had a Leche or something like that, its some Chinese fruit or something, I had the waitress pick it for me and she was Chinese. So 1 out of 3 isn't bad lol
Posted By: Mignon

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 11/11/07 02:11 AM

How long did it take you to find Clydz?
Posted By: DonMichaelCorleone

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 11/11/07 02:53 AM

 Originally Posted By: Mignon
How long did it take you to find Clydz?


She knew where it was (Thank God)
Posted By: Beth E

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 11/11/07 02:55 AM

Sounds like she's a keeper.
Posted By: DonMichaelCorleone

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 11/11/07 03:00 AM

 Originally Posted By: Beth E
Sounds like she's a keeper.


She knows how to get to Clydz AND we've had discussions for hours about Scarface...not sure there is anything more to life \:\)
Posted By: Beth E

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 11/11/07 03:43 AM

 Originally Posted By: DonMichaelCorleone
AND we've had discussions for hours about Scarface...


How often did you utter the phrase, "Say 'ello to my lil friend". \:D
Posted By: DonMichaelCorleone

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 11/11/07 05:51 PM

 Originally Posted By: Beth E
 Originally Posted By: DonMichaelCorleone
AND we've had discussions for hours about Scarface...


How often did you utter the phrase, "Say 'ello to my lil friend". \:D


I said we had HOURS worth of discussion..so never

I went to a new diner last night called Skylark in Edison I believe, and I must say its one of the best diners I've ever been to. We had Chicken Francaise which is one of if not the best I ever had and Twin Filet Mignons along with a huge Shrimp Cocktail. I don't think it should be called a diner but it was great, I highly recommend it. A little pricey but worth it.
Posted By: Don Cardi

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 11/12/07 01:19 AM

DMC -

Is that the diner right on RTE 1 near Menlo Park Mall?
Posted By: Beth E

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 11/12/07 01:25 AM

 Originally Posted By: DonMichaelCorleone
and Twin Filet Mignons


But did you need a knife to cut it? \:\)
Posted By: DonMichaelCorleone

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 11/12/07 01:29 AM

 Originally Posted By: Don Cardi
DMC -

Is that the diner right on RTE 1 near Menlo Park Mall?


I need to think about this, I went at night and don't really remember, I'll find out.

edit: yes it is, its all glass on the outside and has a bit of a 50's feel to it but inside its actually really modern.
Posted By: DonMichaelCorleone

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 11/12/07 01:30 AM

 Originally Posted By: Beth E
 Originally Posted By: DonMichaelCorleone
and Twin Filet Mignons


But did you need a knife to cut it? \:\)


Yeah \:\(
Posted By: SC

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 11/12/07 03:21 AM

 Originally Posted By: DonMichaelCorleone
 Originally Posted By: Beth E
 Originally Posted By: DonMichaelCorleone
and Twin Filet Mignons

But did you need a knife to cut it?

Yeah \:\(


Quite a change from the sitdown in August. The loudest thing I remember hearing was DMC proclaiming that the filet mignon was so good that "YOU DON'T EVEN NEED A KNIFE TO CUT IT!!". (He was right).
Posted By: Mignon

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 11/12/07 03:31 AM

 Originally Posted By: DonMichaelCorleone
 Originally Posted By: Beth E
 Originally Posted By: DonMichaelCorleone
and Twin Filet Mignons


But did you need a knife to cut it? \:\)


Yeah \:\(


Now I'm gonna have a big scar.
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 11/13/07 01:15 AM

Tonight was New England Clam Chowder, but I cheated and used canned clams. Still, it came out pretty good.
Posted By: DonMichaelCorleone

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 11/13/07 01:22 AM

SC,

I had the Twin Filet Mignons at Skylark Diner not at Panico's.. I haven't been to Panico's since August and I really think I'm due to go back.

You did NOT need a knife for that filet mignon, and I only had about 7 drinks by that point so I knew damn well what I was talking about!
Posted By: Mignon

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 11/13/07 05:26 AM

 Originally Posted By: DonMichaelCorleone
and I only had about 7 drinks by that point so I knew damn well what I was talking about!


Are you sure it was only seven? \:p ;\)
Posted By: Capo de La Cosa Nostra

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 11/13/07 07:19 AM

Last night I improvised a steak by moulding together mince with chopped onions and garlic.

A poor man's steak, really, but it was quite delicious.
Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 11/13/07 11:54 AM

I had take out pizza last night. I was on late shift and did'nt get in till 10pm so it was easier!
Tonight i am having chicken tagliatelle!
I won't be in till the same time but i don't like eating take out 2 nights on the trot!
Posted By: Capo de La Cosa Nostra

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 11/13/07 02:15 PM

Tonight I'm concocting some sort of bolognese chilli dish. Chopped tomatoes, garlic, onions, chilli, mince.
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 11/13/07 03:56 PM

Capo, what exactly is "mince"?
Posted By: DE NIRO

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 11/13/07 04:02 PM



Mince-sorry couldn't find smaller picture.
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 11/13/07 04:54 PM

But is it beef? Or pork? I see from the picture that it is some sort of ground meat, but what kind?
Posted By: DonPacino

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 11/13/07 05:27 PM

Just got a thing in my mouth to moove my jaw forward so it's hard to eat solid foods! My mates are having a good time ripping me with insults though!
Posted By: Longneck

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 11/13/07 05:43 PM

Megan made some stir fry with fresh veggies and everything, it was awesome.
Posted By: Mignon

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 11/13/07 05:48 PM

She sounds like she's a great cook.
Posted By: DE NIRO

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 11/13/07 06:00 PM

 Originally Posted By: Sicilian Babe
But is it beef? Or pork? I see from the picture that it is some sort of ground meat, but what kind?


Its beef.
Posted By: chopper

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 11/13/07 08:27 PM

Good Ol Bangers and Mash with Onion Gravy
Posted By: Longneck

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 11/14/07 05:04 PM

 Originally Posted By: Mignon
She sounds like she's a great cook.


Well yeah! Why do you think I married her? \:p

Last night she didn't feel like cooking so we went out to Lucrezia, a small Italian restaurant inside of an old house. (I made a post about local restaurants, it's in there) Had to wait an hour for a non-smoking seat so she got 3 martinis while we waited and I had 3 lemon vodka tonics.

I ordered the lamb shank and it was gooooooood. Also ordered more drinks...

We talked to the people next to us, they were visiting from California so really it was a fun dinner.
Posted By: chopper

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 11/19/07 06:38 PM

Pork Chops,Mashed Potatoes,Yorkshire puddings,peas and Gravy with onions and mushrooms
Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 11/19/07 08:40 PM

Burgers and salad!
Simple but tasty!
Posted By: pizzaboy

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 11/19/07 11:11 PM

Pasta e Piselli and artichoke salad.
Posted By: JRCX

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 11/20/07 05:35 AM

Last nite I was at another wedding of "Italian Royalty", in addition to the cigar roller for dessert/venetian hour, there was a guy at one of the cocktail stations making mozzarella fresh, loading the curd into the hot salty water, till it melts and plucking smooth round balls of the luscious cheese... got plenty of video footage, wish i could load it on here.. but it was fun... the food at this place is known as some of the best, they win awards every year... ive been to a lot of weddings at this place but this was the most extravagant...
Posted By: Longneck

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 11/20/07 06:07 PM

Tonight is Pork Chops, corn bread stuffing, and carrots.

I think she breads the pork chops then bakes them. It's gooooooooooood
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 11/20/07 08:53 PM

Out of desperation, I'm making meatloaf. I hate meatloaf, but I just don't know what to cook anymore.
Posted By: chopper

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 11/20/07 09:51 PM

Corned beef hash and Baked beans not very exciting but i couldnt be arsed to do anything else
Posted By: JRCX

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 11/21/07 06:14 AM

Actually had a sit-down with an associate and had brazillian bbq in north jersey at http://greengrillrestaurant.com -- whats not to love about endless sushi, appetizers, and of course the meat runner coming to your table every few minutes with a different type of roitiessire BBQ meat? Keep the brazillian beer coming to wash it down!
Posted By: Longneck

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 11/23/07 02:20 AM

Turkey, Mashed Potatoes, Macaroni salad, noodles from scratch, and whatnot

\:p
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 11/23/07 03:05 AM

Hey! We had turkey, too!! What are the chances?
Posted By: J Geoff

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 11/23/07 07:49 AM


Turkey (which I consider the least important part of my mom's T-Day Dinner)... she makes the most incredible rice/sausage stuffing... the first time she didn't make a mushroom pie, but, instead her stuffed mushrooms which are just as good... baked candied yams and baked real yams... carrots... awesome gravy (yeah, brown turkey gravy, not what yooz call spaghetti sauce \:p ;\) )... a great cranberry bread they got at Wegmans... of course canned jellied cranberry sauce... some mashed pots for the nephews... and for dessert, pumpkin and apple pies from Delicious Orchards (who make the best pies and other things -- I can't believe they don't sell their INCREDIBLE pumpkin pies or apple cider online! You're better off taking a day trip there if you're within 50 miles; it'd be worth it!)
Posted By: chopper

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 11/23/07 01:38 PM

Im going to my local resteraunt tonight the romans rest,they have a fantastic menu but everytie i go there i have to go for the Full rack of ribs you can actually see the chefs cooking which is great,actually thinking about it i may go for the wild boar yummy
Posted By: J Geoff

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 11/26/07 03:32 AM


My mom's turkey soup, half a turkey salad sandwich, leftover stuffing w/ gravy w/ some cranberry sauce, leftover candied yams (they get better each day!),... And yesterday in Annapolis (meeting my brand new niece/nephew twins for the first time), my brother's turkey salad!
Posted By: Mignon

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 11/26/07 11:09 PM

Since I just got back home from my trip today I'm not cooking so it's Pizza Hut delivery.
Posted By: The Italian Stallionette

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 11/26/07 11:45 PM

Welcome back Mig!! \:\)

I too refuse to cook this weekend. \:D It was Jack n' the Box sirlion steak/cheese sandwich with a side of mozzarella cheese sticks. \:p Junk food, but I liked it.


TIS
Posted By: Beth E

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 11/27/07 12:31 AM

I miss Jack n' the box. We haven't had them here in about 20 years. Their sandwich was The Jumbo Jack. The next best one to them was Gino's. They had The Gino Giant.

Ahh, I remember the days you could eat them once a week and never gain an ounce.
Posted By: The Italian Stallionette

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 11/27/07 12:42 AM

They still have the Jumbo Jack Beth. They are good as well. I didn't realize that the chain was on the East Coast.

Do you have Carls' Jr. too? I like their burgers even more. Although I must admit that I very seldom get fast food burgers these days.

TIS
Posted By: Beth E

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 11/27/07 02:25 AM

We don't have Carl's Jr or In and out burgers. I don't think we have anything that's only local either. Just your basic McDonald's, Roy Rogers and Hardees.
Posted By: J Geoff

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 11/27/07 07:45 AM

 Originally Posted By: Mignon
Pizza Hut delivery.

\:x

 Originally Posted By: Beth E
I don't think we have anything that's only local either.

Jersey does!

You have crab cakes, we have burgers! \:D
Posted By: Mignon

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 11/27/07 12:49 PM

 Originally Posted By: J Geoff
 Originally Posted By: Mignon
Pizza Hut delivery.

\:x


Sorry Geoffy.
Posted By: Capo de La Cosa Nostra

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 11/28/07 08:15 PM

 Originally Posted By: J Geoff

Turkey (which I consider the least important part of my mom's T-Day Dinner)...
Agreed. Turkey's so dry, it's nothing without the supplements: cranberry sauce, gravy, stuffing, sprouts, peas, potatoes.

We usually scratch the Turkey and opt for lamb and duck.
Posted By: Longneck

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 11/29/07 10:46 PM

A frozen pizza

But...

It's a Gino's Deep Dish

So tiny but it took over a half hour to cook!

We'll see how it tastes
Posted By: Longneck

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 11/30/07 12:11 AM

 Originally Posted By: Longneck
A frozen pizza

But...

It's a Gino's Deep Dish

So tiny but it took over a half hour to cook!

We'll see how it tastes


Not bad, crust wasn't great though. Not very big either. I'm heating the oven to cook another (different) pizza

California Pizza Kitchen Margherita
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 11/30/07 01:39 AM

My mother made a pan of lasagna. It was incredible.
Posted By: The Italian Stallionette

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 11/30/07 02:26 AM

Mmmm, sounds good SB. That's what I'm making Christmas day. \:\)

As for tonight's dinner, ribeye steak, salad and garlic toast. Very tasty. I need my steak fix at least once a week. \:D

TIS
Posted By: Mignon

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 11/30/07 05:30 AM

We went out to tonight for our 25th. anniversary but my anniversary was 24 days ago.
Posted By: SC

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 11/30/07 09:25 AM

 Originally Posted By: Mignon
We went out to tonight for our 25th. anniversary


Happy Anniversary. 25 years, huh? But Mig, you're only 35 years old. \:o

Geez, when my parents celebrated their 25th I thought they were ancient. Then they celebrated their 50th, I thought they were old. Then their 60th came and went and I thought I was old.
Posted By: Beth E

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 11/30/07 09:55 AM

 Originally Posted By: The Italian Stallionette
Mmmm, sounds good SB. That's what I'm making Christmas day. \:\)


TIS


I had lasagna for Thanksgiving. Something I've never done before.

Does this make me a little Italian now?
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 11/30/07 10:00 AM

Sure does, Beth!! I love lasagna. I feel like raiding the fridge right now.
Posted By: Mignon

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 11/30/07 12:52 PM

 Originally Posted By: SC
 Originally Posted By: Mignon
We went out to tonight for our 25th. anniversary


Happy Anniversary. 25 years, huh? But Mig, you're only 35 years old. \:o


Bless your lovin heart
Posted By: The Italian Stallionette

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 11/30/07 01:03 PM

 Originally Posted By: Mignon
We went out to tonight for our 25th. anniversary but my anniversary was 24 days ago.


Happy Anniversary Mig. You should be very proud. 25 years is a very rare accomplishment for any marriage these days. My best to you and your hubby. \:\)

TIS
Posted By: Mignon

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 11/30/07 01:07 PM

Thank you TIS and SC. \:\)
Posted By: SC

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 11/30/07 01:13 PM

 Originally Posted By: Beth E
I had lasagna for Thanksgiving. Something I've never done before.


I had some lasagna that day, too. I wish I had some leftovers.

I'm just getting over the flu now. I need some "comfort foods".
Posted By: The Italian Stallionette

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 11/30/07 01:16 PM

 Originally Posted By: SC
 Originally Posted By: Beth E
I had lasagna for Thanksgiving. Something I've never done before.


I had some lasagna that day, too. I wish I had some leftovers.

I'm just getting over the flu now. I need some "comfort foods".


I'll send you some hot chicken soup. \:\)

TIS
Posted By: Beth E

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 11/30/07 01:18 PM

 Originally Posted By: SC

I'm just getting over the flu now. I need some "comfort foods".


I'm having crabcakes for lunch. Will that do?
Posted By: SC

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 11/30/07 01:20 PM

 Originally Posted By: The Italian Stallionette
I'll send you some hot chicken soup.


Thanx, TIS. I've been craving wonton soup. I hafta go to the doctor later. On the way back I'm gonna get a few quarts of it.
Posted By: SC

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 11/30/07 01:23 PM

 Originally Posted By: Beth E
I'm having crabcakes for lunch. Will that do?


YOU'RE having crabcakes??? Well, you are what you eat, I suppose.
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 11/30/07 02:39 PM

I like the combination Wonton/Egg Drop soup when I'm sick.

SC, you and Mr. Babe are scary sometimes. He's been home sick, coughing and miserable all week, too!

Congrats, Mig!! 25 years and you never had a fight!!
Posted By: The Italian Stallionette

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 12/01/07 02:21 AM

Who's never had a fight???? \:o



TIS
Posted By: Don Cardi

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 12/01/07 02:42 AM

 Originally Posted By: Mignon
We went out to tonight for our 25th.


Happy Anniversary to you and the Col. Mama! Congratulations!

..."If he was the man he was (2)5 years ago, he'd take a flamethrower to this place!"

;\)

So you two never ahd a fight, huh? That's because when he gets out of hand, you tell him to go hunting for a couple of days which is your way of throwing him out without throwing him out!


Seriously though, I wish you both another 25 years! God Bless!

Posted By: Mignon

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 12/01/07 03:39 AM

Thanks guys. DC when the Col would piss me off when he was in the Navy I would tell him to go out to sea and he would be gone for 6 months. Sometimes I wish he was still in the Navy HA!HA!

BTW I made Fettucine tonight.
Posted By: The Italian Stallionette

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 12/01/07 03:45 AM

 Originally Posted By: Mignon
Thanks guys. DC when the Col would piss me off when he was in the Navy I would tell him to go out to sea and he would be gone for 6 months. Sometimes I wish he was still in the Navy HA!HA!

BTW I made Fettucine tonight.


Not out of the can I hope. ;\) We'll convert you to an Italian yet Miggie.


TIS
Posted By: Mignon

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 12/01/07 04:49 AM

You and DC will be glad to know it wasn't out of a can. Go ahead and convert me.
Posted By: J Geoff

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 12/01/07 08:44 AM


Sorry I'm late, but, congrats Miggy!! (I would've guessed 32, tho ;\) )
Posted By: Don Cardi

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 12/01/07 03:20 PM

 Originally Posted By: Mignon
You and DC will be glad to know it wasn't out of a can. Go ahead and convert me.







Il cibo in una lattina è cattivo.
Posted By: Capo de La Cosa Nostra

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 12/01/07 08:45 PM

I just cooked a chicken fillet with an improvised canyon in it, into which I fried onions and melted cheese. I served it with peas and chips. I wish I'd taken a photo, it looked very nice.

Tasted delicious too.
Posted By: Mignon

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 12/01/07 11:39 PM

 Originally Posted By: Don Cardi
 Originally Posted By: Mignon
You and DC will be glad to know it wasn't out of a can. Go ahead and convert me.





Il cibo in una lattina è cattivo.


Would you care to translate? I need baby steps.
Posted By: Longneck

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 12/02/07 04:37 AM

 Originally Posted By: Mignon
 Originally Posted By: Don Cardi
 Originally Posted By: Mignon
You and DC will be glad to know it wasn't out of a can. Go ahead and convert me.





Il cibo in una lattina è cattivo.


Would you care to translate? I need baby steps.


I'm not fluent in Italian or anything but I'm pretty sure that says "You'll never eat Spaghetti-O's again!"
Posted By: Don Cardi

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 12/02/07 05:26 PM

 Originally Posted By: Longneck
 Originally Posted By: Mignon
 Originally Posted By: Don Cardi
 Originally Posted By: Mignon
You and DC will be glad to know it wasn't out of a can. Go ahead and convert me.





Il cibo in una lattina è cattivo.


Would you care to translate? I need baby steps.


I'm not fluent in Italian or anything but I'm pretty sure that says "You'll never eat Spaghetti-O's again!"


Close Longneck, very close.

Il cibo in una lattina è cattivo = The food in a can is bad
Posted By: Longneck

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 12/03/07 03:13 PM

\:\)

I had to make my own dinner last night! Some frozen popcorn chicken . But I cooked it.
Posted By: Mignon

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 12/03/07 10:43 PM

Spaghetti
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 12/04/07 01:40 AM

Fried catfish, stir-fried zucchini and onions, and baked potatoes with sour cream.
Posted By: Capo de La Cosa Nostra

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 12/04/07 03:30 AM

I've hit a sort of onion fetish. I fry them and include them in many dishes I cook now.

I like eating onions as if they were apples.
Posted By: svsg

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 12/04/07 04:01 AM

 Originally Posted By: Capo de La Cosa Nostra
I've hit a sort of onion fetish. I fry them and include them in many dishes I cook now.

That is very Indian \:\) I start frying onions and then decide what to cook
Posted By: The Italian Stallionette

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 12/04/07 04:04 AM

Lets face it, fried onions, like garlic smells so good. \:\) When I make my pasta sauce I start browning the garlic, and the whole house smells great. Of course that garlic smell can linger into the next day and then doesn't smell quite as good. \:\/


TIS
Posted By: Mignon

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 12/04/07 04:35 AM

 Originally Posted By: Capo de La Cosa Nostra
I've hit a sort of onion fetish. I fry them and include them in many dishes I cook now.

I like eating onions as if they were apples.


I'll eat onions raw if I'm eating soup beans with corn bread.
Posted By: J Geoff

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 12/04/07 07:35 AM


Went out tonight, had a Mako (shark) filet with a green peppercorn sauce -- pretty nice.

 Originally Posted By: Capo de La Cosa Nostra

I like eating onions as if they were apples.

That's me and garlic.... and i don't think my friends appreciate it as much as I do... lol
Posted By: chopper

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 12/04/07 05:16 PM

Fish,chips, mushy peas and gravy
Posted By: DE NIRO

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 12/04/07 08:15 PM

 Originally Posted By: chopper
Fish,chips, mushy peas and gravy


Good ol chippy
Posted By: Mignon

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 12/05/07 01:19 AM

HOMEMADE lasagna.(Somebody help DC off of the floor he fainted.)
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 12/05/07 02:18 AM

Tell us more, Mig!! Tell us more!!
Posted By: Mignon

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 12/05/07 11:53 PM

Left over lasagna tonight.
Posted By: The Italian Stallionette

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 12/06/07 02:30 AM

 Originally Posted By: Mignon
Left over lasagna tonight.


Mig, that's my Christmas dinner. I'm looking forward to it. \:\)

Btw, how did your lasagna turn out? It was the first time you made it right?


TIS
Posted By: Mignon

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 12/06/07 03:31 AM

It turned out great. Thanks TIS. No it wasn't the first time I made it. I made it before when I was a non-Italian. But now that I'm a converted Italian it tastes so much better. I think I'll make another pan for the Col's. family Christmas party.

BTW I didn't know they have lasagna noodles out now that you don't have to boil.
Posted By: The Italian Stallionette

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 12/06/07 03:39 AM

Mig,

Yes, they do, but I'm afraid to use them. I will sometime, but not for Christmas. I'm afraid it'll taste different or I'll mess it up or something. If you do ever try them, let me know how they taste. I guess I'm so use to boiling the noodles and then layering that it's hard to believe you don't have to.

TIS
Posted By: Beth E

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 12/06/07 10:02 AM

I was talking to Nicole last week about her grandmother's lasagna recipe and she stated they make the noodles you don't have to boil. Whenever I get brave enough to make my own maybe I'll try them. I'll look for a shortcut wherever I can find one.
Posted By: SC

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 12/06/07 12:17 PM

 Originally Posted By: Beth E
I'll look for a shortcut wherever I can find one.


Does that include buying Wal-Mart brand pizza???
Posted By: Don Cardi

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 12/06/07 12:40 PM

 Originally Posted By: Mignon
HOMEMADE lasagna.(Somebody help DC off of the floor he fainted.)






Posted By: Beth E

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 12/06/07 01:36 PM

 Originally Posted By: SC
 Originally Posted By: Beth E
I'll look for a shortcut wherever I can find one.


Does that include buying Wal-Mart brand pizza???


Unfortunately yes. I guess I'll stick to re-heated Spumoni Garden pizza.
Posted By: Capo de La Cosa Nostra

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 12/07/07 03:37 AM

I came in from a gig half an hour ago to find half a tray of my housemate's homemade lasagne.

There's none left now.
Posted By: klydon1

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 12/07/07 04:26 AM

I think I'm the only one on these boards who hasn't had lasagna recently.

I know I'm risking something bymentioning this, but as far as prepared foods go, Stouffer's makes a good frozen lasagna.
Posted By: Mignon

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 12/07/07 04:29 AM

 Originally Posted By: klydon1
I think I'm the only one on these boards who hasn't had lasagna recently.

I know I'm risking something bymentioning this, but as far as prepared foods go, Stouffer's makes a good frozen lasagna.


I know how that feels.
Posted By: J Geoff

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 12/09/07 08:53 PM


Was out to watch the fight last night at the local "Irish" sports pub -- had some really nice chicken wings (voted best in the area in a local rag), but they weren't nearly spicy enough for me. Then had a pretty bad (greasy, salty, fake potatoes) "Shepherd's pie" (I'm sure it was beef, not lamb, so really a "cottage pie")...
Posted By: Longneck

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 12/09/07 11:50 PM

Taco Hell
Posted By: Longneck

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 12/10/07 04:45 PM

Ate again later at a place called Pizzano's (Paisan-o's) in Chicago. Had an Italian sausage with cheese, sweet peppers, and marinara sauce. It was goooood. Also had a beer and a bottle of champagne...
Posted By: chopper

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 12/10/07 08:48 PM

Meat feast pizza
Posted By: Longneck

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 12/12/07 03:52 PM

SHULA's tonight.

Hear that SC?

Jealous?
Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 12/12/07 04:04 PM

Sausage casserole....i think?
Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 12/12/07 04:27 PM

 Originally Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas
Sausage casserole....i think?

Actually i meant pork chops \:D
Posted By: svsg

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 12/12/07 04:52 PM

Yesterday's dinner was fettuccine pasta + garlic sauce + artichokes + sun dried tomatoes + caramelized onions
Posted By: chopper

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 12/12/07 05:15 PM

Irish Stew
Posted By: Longneck

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 12/12/07 08:51 PM

 Originally Posted By: chopper
Irish Stew


Beer and Potatoes?
Posted By: chopper

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 12/12/07 09:56 PM

Posted By: pizzaboy

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 12/13/07 12:44 AM

Just had a nice leg of lamb, roasted red potatoes and honey glazed carrots.
Posted By: Mignon

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 12/13/07 05:39 AM

Homemade veggie soup. The tomato juice I used was the juice I canned this Summer.
Posted By: Capo de La Cosa Nostra

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 12/13/07 05:30 PM

Out to Frankie & Benny's tonight. Never been before, but we all just finished our semester for Christmas break, so we're gonna get stuffed and merry. I, of course, will have to eat and drink more than everybody else to justify my existence on earth, and will thus wake up tomorrow morning with a massive guilt trip.

I keep getting the name mixed up and calling it Ben & Jerry's.
Posted By: chopper

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 12/14/07 12:05 AM

Did you enjoy it mate?,every time ive gone there ive loved it
Posted By: Don Cardi

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 12/14/07 01:29 AM

 Originally Posted By: Mignon
Homemade veggie soup. The tomato juice I used was the juice I canned this Summer.


MIG, was the juice made from Tomatoes that you grew?
Posted By: Mignon

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 12/14/07 08:06 AM

Yepper's.

I don't know why but he past couple days I've been craving a Big Mac from McDonalds. So That's what I ate yesterday.
Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 12/14/07 08:21 PM

 Originally Posted By: chopper
Did you enjoy it mate?,every time ive gone there ive loved it

Me too \:\)
Posted By: Mignon

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 12/15/07 05:06 AM

Outback
Posted By: Don Cardi

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 12/15/07 10:54 PM

Tonight's Dinner will be.....

Hot and Sour Soup
Won Ton Soup
Fried Wontons
Spare Ribs
Dim Sim
Beef in Mushroom Sauce
Sesame Chicken
And an assortment platter of Sushi/Sushami (for my son, not me)
Posted By: Mignon

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 12/15/07 11:09 PM

What is Dim Sim?
Posted By: DonMichaelCorleone

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 12/15/07 11:23 PM

Tonight will be Charlie Brown's followed by lots of Vodka...
Posted By: Mignon

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 12/15/07 11:59 PM

You mean more than this?
Posted By: J Geoff

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 12/16/07 06:30 AM

 Originally Posted By: DonMichaelCorleone
Tonight will be Charlie Brown's followed by lots of Vodka...

You had Charlie Brown's... I had Peppermint Patty's... \:p lol

I actually don't mind Charlie Browns... there are PLENTY of worse places to eat than that, that's for sure! (My 1 step up from that would be Ruby Tuesday, fwiw) but it's all good (enough) lol ;\)

...but the "lots of vodka" intrigued me... 'til I realized I was no where even miles away from being invited, so........ that's that. \:\/ lol
Posted By: J Geoff

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 12/16/07 06:39 AM


Oh yeah, the topic at hand...

Had a "fair" veal dish tonight... forget the name, but veal w/ red peppers and sun-dried (but really regular) tomatoes, in a "blush sauce" over angel-hair pasta... fairly okay, but not up to the standards of my fav local place... but hey... can't win'm all, right? ;\)

LAST night I had the ABSOLUTE WORST veal parm sub of my life! I guess there aren't too many Italians in Maryland or something... but this, and pretty much EVERY dish from my brother's "favorite" Italian place, was pretty much shit. \:\/

...shoulda gotten a crabcake ;\) (Funny down there... even the "Italian" places have cream of crap soup )



Posted By: Meggie

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 12/17/07 04:56 AM

Hey Geoff where in Maryland were you? Whenever I went to MD i would always try to visit Harborplace in Baltimore or Fort Mchenry. I can suggest some really nice Italian Restaurants in Baltimore in Little Italy, that is where my husband grew up.
Posted By: J Geoff

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 12/17/07 12:19 PM


Hi Meggie!

My brother and family live in Annapolis (they used to live in Baltimore)... and the common theme in both seams to be crab....lol.... so I'm thinking ordering anything but crab down there could be a mistake at this point! lol
Posted By: Meggie

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 12/19/07 04:13 AM

Crabs are really out of season in MD this time of year, but they do have the best crabs when they are in season. Let me know when you go back i can recommd some really nice spots in Little Italy. They won't disapoint.
Posted By: pizzaboy

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 12/19/07 03:03 PM

Crabs are a pain in the butt to eat, but I LOVE them in a light tomato sauce. I don't think anything else flavors a sauce quite like them. Spaghetti with crab sauce: one of the flavors of my youth.

For TB, DC and SC: Did you guys do any crabbing out in Sheepshead Bay growing up? God, I loved it out there. When I was a kid, I'd stay at my Uncle Nick's in East New York on a Friday night, then he'd take me out early Saturday morning. It was great. Come to think of it, it was the afternoons at Randazzo's that I treasure the most.
Posted By: dontomasso

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 12/19/07 05:42 PM

My daughter got home from college last night and tonight we make her favorite dish: SPAGHETTI CARBONARA
Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 12/19/07 06:04 PM

Just had pork and cider casserole with roast potatoes and cabbage!
Just the ticket on a cold night \:\)
Posted By: Mignon

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 12/19/07 06:15 PM

 Originally Posted By: pizzaboy
For TB, DC and SC: Did you guys do any crabbing out in Sheepshead Bay growing up?


I don't know about them but when we lived in Charleston, SC me and the Col went crabbing a few times. That was fun.
Posted By: SC

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 12/19/07 06:21 PM

 Originally Posted By: Mignon
SC me and the Col went crabbing a few times.


I NEVER GOT CRABS FROM MIG!!!!

I got cooties from Beth (Crabby) once, though. Does that count??

Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 12/19/07 06:27 PM

\:o
Posted By: Beth E

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 12/19/07 06:29 PM

 Originally Posted By: SC
[quote=Mignon]
I NEVER GOT CRABS FROM MIG!!!!

I got cooties from Beth (Crabby) once, though. Does that count??



Thanks for returning the favor. It's the gift that keeps on giving.
Posted By: SC

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 12/19/07 06:32 PM

 Originally Posted By: Beth E
Thanks for returning the favor. It's the gift that keeps on giving.


\:\(

The score is 2-1. You're winning.
Posted By: Beth E

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 12/19/07 06:39 PM

 Originally Posted By: SC
 Originally Posted By: Beth E
Thanks for returning the favor. It's the gift that keeps on giving.


\:\(

The score is 2-1. You're winning.


I'll take my prize.
Posted By: SC

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 12/19/07 06:40 PM

 Originally Posted By: Beth E
I'll take my prize.


Whats the prize?
Posted By: pizzaboy

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 12/19/07 06:48 PM

 Originally Posted By: dontomasso
My daughter got home from college last night and tonight we make her favorite dish: SPAGHETTI CARBONARA


Don't let the sauce "break." She can get scrambled eggs on campus.
Posted By: Beth E

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 12/19/07 06:49 PM

 Originally Posted By: SC
 Originally Posted By: Beth E
I'll take my prize.


Whats the prize?


Returning the cooties.
Posted By: Don Cardi

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 12/19/07 06:55 PM

 Originally Posted By: pizzaboy



For TB, DC and SC: Did you guys do any crabbing out in Sheepshead Bay growing up?


Absolutely did! When we were kids we used to get my uncles crab nets out of the garage, pack some lunch, take a cooler, steal some chicken from grandma's freezer to put in the crab nets, and go down to Sheepshead bay, on the Manhattan Beach side and crab all day long. The problem was if we caught a lot of crabs then the cooler would be too heavy to lug back home!

Years later my uncle would take us over to Rockaway side of the Rockaway Bridge off of Flatbush Ave, and we would actually catch baby lobsters with the crab nets. What would happen was that the lobster boats would be returning and before getting into Sheepshead Bay to dock, they would dump the undersized Lobsters out by the Bridge so that they would not get fined for having undersized lobsters if any inspectors came onto the boats when they docked! And we'd catch them in our nets.
Posted By: dontomasso

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 12/20/07 05:16 PM

 Originally Posted By: pizzaboy
 Originally Posted By: dontomasso
My daughter got home from college last night and tonight we make her favorite dish: SPAGHETTI CARBONARA


Don't let the sauce "break." She can get scrambled eggs on campus.



It didnt break... turned out DELICIOUS
Posted By: Don Cardi

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 12/20/07 06:36 PM

Tonight I think I'll make some Spaghetti in a bolognese sauce with some sweet sausages on the side.
Posted By: Mignon

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 12/20/07 06:38 PM

DC, it's easier and a whole lot less messy if you just open up a can. HA!HA! \:p
Posted By: Don Cardi

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 12/20/07 06:48 PM

 Originally Posted By: Mignon
DC, it's easier and a whole lot less messy if you just open up a can. HA!HA! \:p





PLUS






EQUALS






Which Really Results In :

Posted By: Mignon

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 12/20/07 06:54 PM

 Originally Posted By: Don Cardi
 Originally Posted By: Mignon
DC, it's easier and a whole lot less messy if you just open up a can. HA!HA! \:p







EQUALS






Which Really Results In :



I absolutely Agree.
Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 12/21/07 04:01 PM

Pizza tonight in the house...
Chinese take-out later when i am at work on nights!

I'm a 2 dinner kinda guy \:D
Posted By: klydon1

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 12/21/07 05:11 PM

 Originally Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas
Pizza tonight in the house...
Chinese take-out later when i am at work on nights!

I'm a 2 dinner kinda guy \:D


I'm doing the reverse. I'm having Chinese for lunch and pizza later tonight.
Posted By: pizzaboy

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 12/21/07 05:14 PM

Definitely take-out tonight. The kitchen's closed on Friday and you couldn't get me to drive into the city for the next ten days. They'll have to deliver.
Posted By: chopper

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 12/21/07 05:32 PM

We are off fr a night out at our local Indian not sure what kind of curry im going to have yet,possibly a vindaloo i also love the tiger beer they have,the tables not booked until 7.30 and im hungry already!!
Posted By: Longneck

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 12/21/07 09:20 PM

Megan made Stuffed Peppers with spicy eye-talian sausage
Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 12/22/07 04:05 PM

For my Chinese last night i had Stir Fried Beef and Green Peppers in Spicy Black Bean Sauce......


Yum yum yum \:\)
Posted By: Longneck

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 12/31/07 04:15 PM

Cubed steak lightly breaded and fried and then baked in brown gravy and onions and mashed potatoes
Posted By: DE NIRO

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 12/31/07 04:42 PM

Shit with Sugar on
Posted By: chopper

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 12/31/07 05:05 PM

Nice, you sharing ?
Posted By: DE NIRO

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 12/31/07 05:37 PM

no its all mine...
Posted By: chopper

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 12/31/07 05:41 PM

Fair enough,if it was me i wouldnt share either ;\)
Posted By: dontommasino

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/07/08 12:14 AM

Chicken Cesar Salad, though I fear I might have to eat a little something else before the night is out.
Posted By: Longneck

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/07/08 01:48 AM

Pork Chops
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/07/08 01:54 AM

London Broil marinated in soy sauce, red wine and black pepper, green beens and rice.
Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/07/08 04:37 PM

Chicken fillets in cracked black pepper
Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/08/08 05:57 PM

Just had mince and dumplings with mashed potatoes and garden peas....
Lovely, hearty grub \:\)
Posted By: klydon1

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/09/08 03:12 PM

 Originally Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas
Just had mince and dumplings with mashed potatoes and garden peas....
Lovely, hearty grub \:\)


That sounds great. You're the king of hearty meals.

This week is the Pennsylvania Farm Show, which is held about 15 minutes from my house. It is the world's largest indoor agricultural exposition. My kids and I usually attend.

Tonight my daughter and I will be there. A highlight is the food court with a multitude of rural, homemade delights. Roast beef sandwiches, pork barbecue, fried fish, hand cut fries, potato doughnuts, apple tarts, soups, thick homemade milkshakes, maple ice cream, etc.
Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/09/08 07:53 PM

 Originally Posted By: klydon1
 Originally Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas
Just had mince and dumplings with mashed potatoes and garden peas....
Lovely, hearty grub \:\)


That sounds great. You're the king of hearty meals.

This week is the Pennsylvania Farm Show, which is held about 15 minutes from my house. It is the world's largest indoor agricultural exposition. My kids and I usually attend.

Tonight my daughter and I will be there. A highlight is the food court with a multitude of rural, homemade delights. Roast beef sandwiches, pork barbecue, fried fish, hand cut fries, potato doughnuts, apple tarts, soups, thick homemade milkshakes, maple ice cream, etc.

That all sounds lovely Kly...
do you hear that sound?
It's my tummy rumbling... \:D
Posted By: Mignon

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/09/08 09:06 PM

 Originally Posted By: klydon1
Tonight my daughter and I will be there. A highlight is the food court with a multitude of rural, homemade delights. Roast beef sandwiches, pork barbecue, fried fish, hand cut fries, potato doughnuts, apple tarts, soups, thick homemade milkshakes, maple ice cream, etc.


That sounds like some good eatin Klyd. \:\)
Posted By: klydon1

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/10/08 03:42 PM

 Originally Posted By: Mignon
 Originally Posted By: klydon1
Tonight my daughter and I will be there. A highlight is the food court with a multitude of rural, homemade delights. Roast beef sandwiches, pork barbecue, fried fish, hand cut fries, potato doughnuts, apple tarts, soups, thick homemade milkshakes, maple ice cream, etc.


That sounds like some good eatin Klyd. \:\)


It was. I started out with the creamiest baked potato I ever had in my life. Later my daughter and I had pulled pork barbecue sandwiches, which we always get there although the turkey and beef looked good. I had a smoked trout chowder as well, and brought a couple of thick milkshakes home for the boys and some fried vegetables.

My son, who couldn't go because he had a band try out that was school related, missed it. I'm going to take him Friday, so I can do it all over again and try the honey or apple dumplings and potato doughnuts.

All in all, this is a great event even without the food. We walked among exhibits of thousands of cows, horses, bison,chickens, ducks, rabbits and sheep. The state prize winners were very impressive animals.

There is a "sheep to shawl" contest where a team is given several hours to shear a sheep, spin the wool and make a shawl. My daughter and I usually watch the pony pulls where teams of work mules compete in dragging increasing weights in the main arena, but I must admit that last night's main arena event was a little odd. There was a guy calling square dances and the participants were about 16 guys driving tractors, as if they were dancing, following the calls.
Posted By: pizzaboy

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/10/08 03:44 PM

Holy crap! You're killing me Klyd. How long from the GW Bridge?
Posted By: klydon1

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/10/08 04:01 PM

 Originally Posted By: pizzaboy
Holy crap! You're killing me Klyd. How long from the GW Bridge?


About 2 1/2 hours with average traffic.

I have to go back before it ends as friends were telling me that the turkey chili is the best they ever had.

The event lasts about a week. When I worked in downtown Harrisburg, we would go there every day for lunch and I would gain 10 lbs. that week.

The funny thing is that many of the farm families that come for the week and stay in the complex look forward to going to Burger King, Popeye's Chicken and the pizza shops that week.
Posted By: Mignon

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/10/08 09:48 PM

Spaghetti & salad
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/10/08 10:13 PM

Klyd, I LOVE pulled pork. I rarely get decent pulled pork in NY, though, so it's a real treat for me when I do.

10 lbs. in a week? From the food you described, I'm surprised it's not 20!!!
Posted By: chopper

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/10/08 10:21 PM

I had a Chicken kebab with salad and chilli sauce
Posted By: Beth E

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/11/08 12:21 AM

 Originally Posted By: Sicilian Babe
Klyd, I LOVE pulled pork. I rarely get decent pulled pork in NY, though, so it's a real treat for me when I do.

10 lbs. in a week? From the food you described, I'm surprised it's not 20!!!


How often do you pull pork in New Jersey?
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/11/08 03:12 AM

Go ahead. Mock the pork! You were the girl that giggled during Biology, weren't you? \:p
Posted By: Longneck

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/11/08 05:34 PM

Yesterday was 2 spicy chicken sandwiches and a large chili from Wendys and the day before was a Beef Supreme Gordita Combo from Taco Bell
Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/11/08 08:56 PM

Tonight we had chilli beef stew done in the slow cooker and served with cabbage,green beans,mashed potatoes and carrots...
Very tasty
Posted By: chopper

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/11/08 11:50 PM

 Originally Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas
Tonight we had chilli beef stew done in the slow cooker and served with cabbage,green beans,mashed potatoes and carrots...
Very tasty



Apart from the Cabbage songs beautiful,could you post me some please mate? \:\)
Posted By: klydon1

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/12/08 12:50 AM

 Originally Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas
Tonight we had chilli beef stew done in the slow cooker and served with cabbage,green beans,mashed potatoes and carrots...
Very tasty


That does it. I'm moving in. Mealtimes sound great in your house.
Posted By: Mignon

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/12/08 03:56 PM

We went to Outback Steakhouse for my Sister-in-law b-day dinner.

I love them cheesefries.
Posted By: pizzaboy

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/12/08 06:02 PM

 Originally Posted By: Mignon
We went to Outback Steakhouse for my Sister-in-law b-day dinner.

I love them cheesefries.


Aw, but they're bad for you Miggie. They're listed as the #1 worst food for you in America. Click Here
Posted By: Mignon

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/12/08 06:15 PM

Was not aware of that PB. But hey are delish though.
Posted By: pizzaboy

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/12/08 06:19 PM

Oh, I love them myself, even though I'm not a big fan of Outback in general. When I read that article last month it blew me away. Can you imagine a single plate of fries having 3,000 calories?
Posted By: Beth E

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/12/08 06:29 PM

 Originally Posted By: pizzaboy
 Originally Posted By: Mignon
We went to Outback Steakhouse for my Sister-in-law b-day dinner.

I love them cheesefries.


Aw, but they're bad for you Miggie. They're listed as the #1 worst food for you in America. Click Here


I'll give them a try. Can't be any worse than my cooking.
Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/12/08 09:32 PM

 Originally Posted By: klydon1
 Originally Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas
Tonight we had chilli beef stew done in the slow cooker and served with cabbage,green beans,mashed potatoes and carrots...
Very tasty


That does it. I'm moving in. Mealtimes sound great in your house.

They certainly are my friend \:\)

Chopper,its on its way,minus the cabbage ;\)
Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/12/08 09:34 PM

Oh yeah i nearly forgot...
Tonight we had chicken casserole!
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/13/08 03:08 AM

We had a leftover pork roast from the other night, so Mr. Babe cut it up and used it to make a ton of pork fried rice in his wok. It was excellent.
Posted By: J Geoff

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/13/08 03:25 AM


Went to Carnegie Deli for a pastrami/tongue sandwich. It was okay, but they seem to worry more about quantity over quality over there. I actually like the place by me better! \:o Went to see a friend of the family debut at Carnegie Hall's Weill Recital Hall (I made her site). I saved the second half of the sandwich for later, but considering I was rushing to the bathroom 2 hours after the first half, we'll see....
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/13/08 03:31 AM

Sorry about the sandwich, JG, but what a nice site you designed for her! She's a lovely girl. How was the performance?
Posted By: J Geoff

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/13/08 03:43 AM

 Originally Posted By: Sicilian Babe
Sorry about the sandwich, JG, but what a nice site you designed for her! She's a lovely girl. How was the performance?

She and the piano accompanist were excellent! I guess you'd have to be to make it to Carnegie Hall, huh? ;\)
Posted By: Beth E

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/13/08 03:48 AM

 Originally Posted By: J Geoff
I guess you'd have to be to make it to Carnegie Hall, huh? ;\)


I don't believe I've ever heard of Carrot Top performing there. \:\)
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/13/08 03:51 AM

You know the old joke, "Practice, practice, practice!!!"
Posted By: SC

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/13/08 05:50 AM

 Originally Posted By: J Geoff

Went to Carnegie Deli for a pastrami/tongue sandwich. It was okay, but they seem to worry more about quantity over quality over there.


Thats pretty much it. While it ain't bad, it ain't great either.

What do they get for a pastrami sandwich now?
Posted By: J Geoff

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/13/08 06:56 AM


My combo was about $18 ... plus $2.25 for a Lipton tea bag and hot water \:\/ Reubens were like $23! \:o

...and while it was quite enough in quantity, I remember them being way bigger than this even, and for less money (at the time). As for quality, I've had much better in much "lesser" places at this point.



Ahh well, it was close by at least, and I wanted deli.

~$23 Reuben:



$23?? \:\/
Posted By: Don Cardi

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/13/08 08:23 PM

Last evening we went over a friend's house for dinner. These friends are originally from Italy and they go back there 1 - 2 months out of the year, every year, to be with their families who still live there. So even thought they have lived in America for so many years, they have held on to their Italian traditions and still even speak fluent Italian and when speaking American, do so with an accent.

At one time they owned an Italian foccaceria / restaurant in Matawah New Jersey that was just fantastic. Unfortunately the shopping center where they had the foccaceria was sold and the new owner wouldn't renew any of the leases.

Anyway last night they started us out with all the Italian treats such as fresh buffalo mozzerella, suprasatta, home made caponata, assorted italian cheeses, fresh Italian olive bread, wines, etc.

Then when we sat down to dinner she made my favorite, home made Spaghetti Carbonara. Simply delicious. After that she served chicken marsala, veal franchese, and a pork roast made in a garlic and lemon sauce. On the table she also had a bowl of Insalata Frutti Di Mare, a fresh mozzarella and tomato/basil salad, as well as sauteed spinach in garlic and oil an a plate of sauteed string beans.

For dessert they served cheesecake, home made rum cake, Terrone, and fresh Cappuccinos and Espressos, made in an industrial Espresso maker that they once used in their foccaceria/restaurant.

Of course the wine was flowing all night long. EVERYTHING was out of this world. A fantastic evening with some really great friends.


She is just an incredible cook and they both are wonderful hosts.

Needless to say, when the night was over, we all ROLLED out of there!
Posted By: J Geoff

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/13/08 08:30 PM

 Quote:
Matawah New Jersey

Would that be Matawan or Mahwah? ;\)
Posted By: Beth E

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/13/08 08:31 PM

 Originally Posted By: J Geoff







$23?? \:\/


That reuben looks pretty good. Is that a pickle on that plate? It looks like it's seen better days.
Posted By: Don Cardi

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/13/08 08:33 PM


I love Reubens. Harold's makes a really good one.

However, there is a small local tavern here on Staten Island called Shaefer's Tavern, which has probably been around here for 100 years. The place is probably frequented by the same people who frequented it 50 years ago, and the bar tennders are probably the same bartenders from back then!

When my father in-law is up from florida, all the guys in the family as well as my father in-law's old buddies, get together on a saturday afternoon to go to this tavern for some beers and lunch. They make the traditional german stuff as well as pastrami, corned beef and other deli sandwiches. But they make a really great Reuben sandwich that I would pit against ANY famous deli. It's just out of this world.
Posted By: J Geoff

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/13/08 08:36 PM

 Originally Posted By: Beth E
Is that a pickle on that plate?

Well it's not a mini-zucchini if that's what you're wondering... ;\)
Posted By: Don Cardi

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/13/08 08:36 PM

 Originally Posted By: J Geoff
 Quote:
Matawah New Jersey

Would that be Matawan or Mahwah? ;\)


Actually it's M-A-T-A-W-A-N (it's called a typo, when you hit the H by accident which rests above the N on the keyboard. ;\)

MATAWAN N.J.

Posted By: J Geoff

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/13/08 08:38 PM


WISE ASS -- both places exist \:p

Just wondering cuz my brother lives in Matawan (about an hour away) -- too bad I missed out on the place (Mahwah would've been too far north for dinner \:p lol)
Posted By: Don Cardi

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/13/08 08:42 PM

I know that there's a Mahwah. But their restaurant was in MataWAN.

It was called THE VILLAGE CAFE
Posted By: Beth E

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/13/08 08:43 PM

 Originally Posted By: J Geoff
 Originally Posted By: Beth E
Is that a pickle on that plate?

Well it's not a mini-zucchini if that's what you're wondering... ;\)


If it included a mini-zucchinin $23 would be a heck of a deal. \:\)
Posted By: klydon1

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/14/08 03:00 AM

That sounds like an incredible meal, DC. And some incredible friends.
Posted By: Longneck

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/14/08 08:17 AM

Wife and I went to a place called Kelsey's steakhouse. Great local joint. Spent $75 and it was worth it.
Posted By: Don Cardi

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/14/08 02:01 PM

 Originally Posted By: klydon1
That sounds like an incredible meal, DC. And some incredible friends.


Absolutely! ALL AROUND!
Posted By: Mignon

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/15/08 01:23 AM

Had to take my little man to the hospital to get some lab work done. We had Wendy's on the way home.
Posted By: pizzaboy

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/15/08 01:26 AM

 Originally Posted By: Mignon
Had to take my little man to the hospital to get some lab work done. We had Wendy's on the way home.


Hope it wasn't a cholesterol test.
Posted By: SC

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/15/08 01:27 AM

Whats wrong with him?
Posted By: Mignon

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/15/08 04:15 AM

He's on a seizure med and he's on a med for ADD. He just has to get blood work every so often to see how the blood is doing being on those meds. He's fine as wine.
Thanks for the concern SC.
Posted By: pizzaboy

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/15/08 10:24 PM

Escarole and white bean soup tonight, with hot, crusty bread from Addeo's. The weather is pefect for it.
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/15/08 10:36 PM

I want bread from Addeo's. Actually, we went to a funeral today, and then the family invited everyone to Joe & Joe's, an Italian restaurant up here which was originally in the Bronx. They ordered a ton of food. Hot antipasto, cold antipasto, fried calamari, penne vodka, and then a choice of veal, sole or chicken. I feel stuffed like a cannoli right now.
Posted By: pizzaboy

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/15/08 11:03 PM

Ah yes, Castle Hill Avenue and Bruckner Boulevard, Miss Babe.

I drank away many an afternoon at the original. The food was never great, but it was good enough, and the atmosphere was just priceless. Right up until they pulled out (around 2002 or 2003?) it felt like it was 1970 in that place. It was really like walking into a time warp.

As much as I liked it, my Dad adored it. It was really 1950's, Bronx-Street Guy Central.
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/16/08 12:08 AM

Well, your impression of the food was spot on. Certainly good, but definitely not great. They love to advertise "originally from the Bronx" because I think that people then assume that it's "authentic Italian", if you know what I mean.

You want GREAT food? You have to try this place Il Portico. Not only is the food out of this world, but the service is excellent as well. The carpaccio is wonderful, and even though it's not on the menu, they will make Spaghetti Carbonara on request. I've also enjoyed the filet mignon. And they have the most delightful tartufo I've ever eaten.
Posted By: J Geoff

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/16/08 12:10 AM


Double Whopper w/ Cheese on the Parkway

Was out on Looooooong Island today for a meeting, but didn't wanna stop in Tessio's territory for fear of getting stuck in badass traffic (let alone not being that familiar w/ the area). I got stuck in badass traffic anyway after stopping \:\/
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/16/08 12:16 AM

Ok, I'm waxing poetic about the freshness and quality of Il Portico's carpaccio, and you pop in with a story about a double whopper you ate while stuck in traffic. Were there fries at least??
Posted By: J Geoff

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/16/08 12:21 AM


Fries and a Coke!

Surely you don't get fries and Coke with your fancy-pants carpaccio, do you? Nope, didn't think so. \:p
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/16/08 12:24 AM

No, alas, no fries, and no Coke!! But I think that McDonald's fries are WAY better than BK's anyway!!

And I told you to only call me "fancy-pants" when we're alone.
Posted By: SC

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/16/08 12:27 AM

 Originally Posted By: J Geoff
Double Whopper w/ Cheese on the Parkway

Was out on Looooooong Island today for a meeting, but didn't wanna stop in Tessio's territory for fear of getting stuck in badass traffic (let alone not being that familiar w/ the area).


You're hopeless..... You passed right by the original Nathan's and Spumoni Gardens only to stop at a Burger King. \:o
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/16/08 12:30 AM

He's a young, swinging bachelor, SC. That's how they eat.
Posted By: J Geoff

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/16/08 12:30 AM


There was a Nathan's in the rest stop, I should've had that instead of BK
Posted By: J Geoff

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/16/08 12:33 AM


And I've said I HATE driving on the Belt Pkwy -- can they make the lanes any more narrow?? I never drive with both hands except on that road. And what's with the 50 MPH limit and 10,000 cops? (Didn't stop me from going 65-70, though, when I could ;\) )

Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/16/08 12:34 AM

Do we dare ask what you do with your other hand if it's not on the wheel??
Posted By: J Geoff

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/16/08 12:42 AM

 Originally Posted By: Sicilian Babe
Do we dare ask what you do with your other hand if it's not on the wheel??

Stick shift? No, wait, I have an automatic...

Anywho - time to get ready for Idol
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/16/08 12:48 AM

I have missed Ryan and his metrosexual-ness, as well as Paula's drunken ravings. Can't wait!
Posted By: Don Cardi

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/16/08 01:05 AM

 Originally Posted By: J Geoff

Anywho - time to get ready for Idol


 Originally Posted By: Sicilian Babe
I have missed Ryan and his metrosexual-ness, as well as Paula's drunken ravings. Can't wait!


OH WOW! AMERICAN IDOL IS BACK!! I CAN'T WAIT!!


This is a food thread about TONIGHT'S DINNER. So unless Ryan had Simon for dinner, don't start with the American Idol junk talk here. Take it over to another thread.

\:p


Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/16/08 01:13 AM

 Originally Posted By: Don Cardi
This is a food thread about TONIGHT'S DINNER. So unless Ryan had Simon for dinner, don't start with the American Idol junk talk here. Take it over to another thread.

\:p



What thread would that be?? The KMA thread??? \:p

Hey, Geoff started it!!!
Posted By: Don Cardi

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/16/08 01:16 AM

 Originally Posted By: Sicilian Babe
 Originally Posted By: Don Cardi
This is a food thread about TONIGHT'S DINNER. So unless Ryan had Simon for dinner, don't start with the American Idol junk talk here. Take it over to another thread.

\:p



What thread would that be?? The KMA thread??? \:p


The KMA thread? Is that the one where you're always praising Malta? \:p


EDIT : KMA - Kiss Malta's Ass

Aren't you a MOD in that thread? \:D
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/16/08 01:21 AM

Nope, that would be the Kiss MY Ass thread!!!!! And don't even TRY to tell me that while you're on the computer right now, Mrs. Cardi isn't in another room watching Idol!
Posted By: Don Cardi

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/16/08 01:31 AM

 Originally Posted By: Sicilian Babe
And don't even TRY to tell me that while you're on the computer right now, Mrs. Cardi isn't in another room watching Idol!


I won't, and she is. My wife and my sister...... Two Idol fools!

\:D

Anyway, tonight I made a boneless turkey breast which I marinated with lemons, basil, olive oil, a touch of vinegar, parsley, oregeano, onion, garlic and paprika for 2 days.

Baked potatoes, garlic sauteed Broccoli, a nice iceberg lettuce and tomato salad, and corn.
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/16/08 01:43 AM

I love Iceberg lettuce. Everyone tells me that it's completely nutrition-free, but Iceberg and Romaine are still my favorite.

I had a delightful Caesar Salad today. There was just a perfect hint of anchovies in the dressing.
Posted By: Mignon

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/16/08 04:38 AM

 Originally Posted By: Sicilian Babe
No, alas, no fries, and no Coke!! But I think that McDonald's fries are WAY better than BK's anyway!!


BK's fries suck. I get onion rings instead.
Posted By: SC

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/16/08 09:01 AM

My sister had some company over on Sunday and had lots of leftovers (which I sampled tonight - chicken cutlets and pasta). I learned a lesson - don't eat a heavy dinner and go to sleep right after it.

Man, did I have some dreams!
Posted By: klydon1

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/16/08 02:56 PM

Last night my son's middle school band had their winter concert (which included a rousing rendition of the Beach Boys' "Fun, Fun, Fun"). Afterwards a couple of families went to the local pub. I had hot wings with garlic, chili and a corned beef on rye.
Posted By: chopper

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/16/08 02:59 PM

 Originally Posted By: klydon1
Last night my son's middle school band had their winter concert (which included a rousing rendition of the Beach Boys' "Fun, Fun, Fun"). Afterwards a couple of families went to the local pub. I had hot wings with garlic, chili and a corned beef on rye.



sounds great,i could just eat that now \:\)
Posted By: SC

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/16/08 03:06 PM

 Originally Posted By: klydon1
I had hot wings with garlic, chili and a corned beef on rye.


There are other ways to keep the Mrs. warm at night. \:p

That corned beef on rye sounds REALLY good to me now.
Posted By: pizzaboy

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/16/08 03:09 PM

 Originally Posted By: SC
 Originally Posted By: klydon1
I had hot wings with garlic, chili and a corned beef on rye.


That corned beef on rye sounds REALLY good to me now.


Oh, yeah, that's easy on the ole digestive tract.
Posted By: klydon1

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/16/08 03:34 PM

 Originally Posted By: SC
 Originally Posted By: klydon1
I had hot wings with garlic, chili and a corned beef on rye.


There are other ways to keep the Mrs. warm at night. \:p

That corned beef on rye sounds REALLY good to me now.


Actually, the corned beef was okay and not as good as I had hoped, but the wings and chili there are always delicious. I usually get a burger or steak sandwich at that place.
Posted By: Mignon

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/17/08 12:56 AM

Went to Golden Coral buffet
Posted By: dontomasso

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/17/08 02:36 PM

Made stir fried shrimp with veggies, garlic, ginger, served over rice.
Posted By: pizzaboy

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/18/08 01:03 AM

Take out from a local Puerto Rican rotisserie place. Chicken with rice, black beans, maduros, tostones and avocado and red onion salad. It was fantastic!
Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/19/08 11:53 AM

Mushroom and pancetta rissotto!
Posted By: klydon1

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/21/08 04:01 PM

I had an exceptional dinner Saturday night. My wife and I joined another couple, very good friends of ours, for dinner at a bar on the eastern bank of the Susquehanna River, just north of Harrisburg. My wife owns and operates a Montessori school and day care, and one of the women, who works with the pre-schoolers, was singing at the bar with the band.

I've never been to this place before, and paid little attention to the sign out front, "Fine Dining in a Casual Atmosphere." The place had a good crowd, we got a corner table, and I was surprised by the size of the menu. While I wasn't necessarily planning to have a big meal, I saw and ordered something that really caught my eye. It was a "tower" of three 3 ounce filets. Between each filet was an ample layer of cab meat, and it was all drizzled with a flavorful rum glaze. Add the side salad, garlic mashed potatoes and a Venetian lend of vegetables, and I was a happy camper. A night of drinking Yuenling Lager with friends and listening to good music capped off a great night.
Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/21/08 04:05 PM

Sounds like you had a good time Kly \:\)
Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/21/08 04:22 PM

Just had turkey mince meatballs with rice and sun dried tomatoes!

Sounds like a total hotpotch but it was darned tasty!
Posted By: klydon1

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/21/08 04:25 PM

 Originally Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas
Sounds like you had a good time Kly \:\)


We really did. Another couple joined us later (my wife's business partner and her husband), and their were some parents from her school that came out to hear "Miss Joyce" sing. It was enjoyable because while the music was great, you could still carry on conversations without screaming into someone's ear.

We got there just before 7, and stayed until almost midnight, so I had quite a few lagers. But the most memorable part of the night was just around 11 pm. I was sitting with my friend at the bar and glanced across the bar to the opposite corner of the room and saw my wife talking to one of the moms from her school, and after 17 years of marriage and three kids, it was like seeing her again for the first time.
Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/21/08 04:29 PM

 Originally Posted By: klydon1
 Originally Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas
Sounds like you had a good time Kly \:\)


We really did. Another couple joined us later (my wife's business partner and her husband), and their were some parents from her school that came out to hear "Miss Joyce" sing. It was enjoyable because while the music was great, you could still carry on conversations without screaming into someone's ear.

We got there just before 7, and stayed until almost midnight, so I had quite a few lagers. But the most memorable part of the night was just around 11 pm. I was sitting with my friend at the bar and glanced across the bar to the opposite corner of the room and saw my wife talking to one of the moms from her school, and after 17 years of marriage and three kids, it was like seeing her again for the first time.

Ain't love grand my friend?
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/21/08 05:10 PM

Klyd, that is possibly the sweetest thing that I've ever read. Plus, the filets sound darned good!

So, did you try to send her a drink??
Posted By: klydon1

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/21/08 06:30 PM

 Originally Posted By: Sicilian Babe
Klyd, that is possibly the sweetest thing that I've ever read. Plus, the filets sound darned good!

So, did you try to send her a drink??


No, SB, I was busy hitting on the blonde at the next table. \:D (just kidding)

That would have been a good idea though. I should have thought of that. ;\)
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/21/08 06:45 PM

Was the blonde wearing a bustier?? When we got together in NJ this past summer, some chick in a bustier and tight jeans was trying to hit on Mr. Babe at the bar. SC swears that I got somewhat emotional over this, but I have no recollection of that.
Posted By: SC

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/21/08 06:50 PM

 Originally Posted By: Sicilian Babe
Was the blonde wearing a bustier?? When we got together in NJ this past summer, some chick in a bustier and tight jeans was trying to hit on Mr. Babe at the bar. SC swears that I got somewhat emotional over this, but I have no recollection of that.


You were in complete control of yourself then (i.e. you didn't run up to her and rip her face off), but it was the funniest I've ever seen you. You were giving me a blow-by-blow description of what they (the bimbo and Mr. Babe) might have been saying to each other and you THREATENED you might do her some physical harm, but remained cool and collected.

We then turned our attention to the bimbo behind the couch who had her boobs hanging out.

All in all, a VERY funny night!!!
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/21/08 06:54 PM

 Originally Posted By: SC
We then turned our attention to the bimbo behind the couch who had her boobs hanging out.

All in all, a VERY funny night!!!


OMG!! They certainly were!! \:o She practically put them on a serving tray and had the waitress pass them around.
Posted By: SC

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/21/08 06:56 PM

 Originally Posted By: Sicilian Babe
OMG!! They certainly were!! \:o She practically put them on a serving tray and had the waitress pass them around.




I'm laughing now, remembering you shouting to me (even though I was sitting right next to you), "LOOK AT HER TITS, S---, THEY'RE HANGING OUT"!!!

Posted By: Mignon

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/21/08 06:59 PM

That does it I'm not bringing the Col. anymore. I missed out on the skank hitting on Mr. Babe.
Posted By: SC

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/21/08 07:02 PM

 Originally Posted By: Mignon
That does it I'm not bringing the Col. anymore. I missed out on the skank hitting on Mr. Babe.


Dunno how you missed it, Mig. You and the Colonel were just behind us at that point.
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/21/08 07:02 PM

I swear, there was a moment when I thought she was going to have a "wardrobe malfunction" and they were just going to tumble out.

Edit: The scantily clad young woman hitting on Mr. Babe was actually very pretty, which only made it WORSE.
Posted By: SC

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/21/08 07:07 PM

 Originally Posted By: Sicilian Babe
I swear, there was a moment when I thought she was going to have a "wardrobe malfunction" and they were just going to tumble out.


If they did (tumble out) they would've knocked out DMC and Becky who were sitting on the couch right in front of her.


 Originally Posted By: Sicilian Babe
Edit: The scantily clad young woman hitting on Mr. Babe was actually very pretty, which only made it WORSE.


I honestly don't remember her face.... she was too skinny for my liking anyway. Mr. Babe brushed her off (he was just being polite while waiting for the bartender) but you were getting into how you were gonna rip her apart.
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/21/08 07:09 PM

 Originally Posted By: SC
[quote=Sicilian Babe]Mr. Babe brushed her off (he was just being polite while waiting for the bartender)

You men all stick together, don't you???
Posted By: SC

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/21/08 07:13 PM

 Originally Posted By: Sicilian Babe
 Originally Posted By: SC
Mr. Babe brushed her off (he was just being polite while waiting for the bartender)

You men all stick together, don't you???


No, really! In fact, I pointed it out as we were watching them... you were too into, "Look at that slut, that floozy... I'll punch her fuckin' lights out", to see it, though.
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/21/08 07:14 PM

I don't know, doesn't sound like me. I'm such a calm, complacent person...
Posted By: SC

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/21/08 07:16 PM

Uh huh.

Twelve drinks later, and you're the funniest drunk I know.

In all seriousness, you were absolutely hysterical (in a funny way) that night.
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/21/08 07:19 PM

I'm funny how, I mean funny like I'm a clown, I amuse you? I make you laugh, I'm here to fuckin' amuse you? What do you mean funny, funny how? How am I funny?
Posted By: SC

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/21/08 07:20 PM

Uh, errr, uhm .... I gotta go. See ya later.
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/21/08 07:22 PM

No, Goodfellas for you??
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/22/08 12:59 AM

Ate tonight at a Chinese buffet. Am now paying the price. Why do I never learn???
Posted By: SC

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/22/08 01:03 AM

 Originally Posted By: Sicilian Babe
Ate tonight at a Chinese buffet. Am now paying the price.


Half hour later and you wanna pay again?

Boston Market for me.... meatloaf, mashed potatoes and stringbeans. So far, I only paid once. \:\)
Posted By: Don Cardi

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/22/08 01:22 AM

Made Garlic jumbo shrimps, roasted potatoes, mozzarella balls and tomatoes, sauteed spinach, and grilled eggplant marinated in balsamic vinegar.
Posted By: klydon1

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/22/08 01:51 AM

 Originally Posted By: Don Cardi
Made Garlic jumbo shrimps, roasted potatoes, mozzarella balls and tomatoes, sauteed spinach, and grilled eggplant marinated in balsamic vinegar.


That sounds as if it takes quite a bit of time to prepare. Day off for the holiday? \:\) The eggplant, in particular, sounds delicious.

I had leftovers from a get together we had last night for the football games. Corned beef and capaletti (sp) soup.
Posted By: Don Cardi

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/22/08 01:55 AM

Actually it's a pretty quick dinner to make. The potatoes probably take the most time to cook out of the whole meal.
Posted By: J Geoff

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/22/08 06:06 AM

 Originally Posted By: Sicilian Babe
Ate tonight at a Chinese buffet. Am now paying the price. Why do I never learn???

You should try the one by me -- it's great! (And all the rest are really pretty poor). This one has a Mongolian Grill (the best in the city lol - really, tho, my favorite part!) + on-site sushi + all the other stuff + like 8 tubs of REAL ice cream. Awesome.

...but for me tonight it was an "enhanced" Shrimp Scampi frozen skillet bag (didn't particularly like that one, but most of the others are great)
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/22/08 11:38 AM

Usually, this buffet is pretty good, because they do a lot of business, the food is always fresh. May have been that it was a slow Monday night.

DC, Mr. Babe picks the eggplant from his garden, we slice it up, marinate it and grill. Same with Zucchini. It's great, isn't it? The problem is, we have to wait for summer.
Posted By: Mignon

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/22/08 07:01 PM

 Originally Posted By: SC
 Originally Posted By: Mignon
That does it I'm not bringing the Col. anymore. I missed out on the skank hitting on Mr. Babe.


Dunno how you missed it, Mig. You and the Colonel were just behind us at that point.


Damn!! I must be getting old then cuz I don't remember that at all. I'm gonna have to start taking Ginkgo biloba.
Posted By: Mignon

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/22/08 07:49 PM

I went to my Sis-in-laws- house last night for our greeting card function and she had Subway subs.
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/22/08 09:15 PM

What's a greeting card function? I know that you make your own cards, Mig. Do you exchange ideas and designs??? Do you swap materials, share software??
Posted By: Mignon

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/22/08 09:57 PM

Yeah SB. We each bring a card to exchange. This time I made a Valentine card. We eat. The demonstrater shows us 3 different cards to make. We eat. Place our orders, bs a little, eat. I enjoy it. I drop off my son at the in-laws and have a evening out. The only pitfall is I didn't get back home till about 1am this morning.
Posted By: chopper

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/22/08 10:34 PM

I had a delicious Tuna pasta bake
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/22/08 10:43 PM

Tonight we're having sausage and cauliflower. I love cauliflower, but it has to be covered, either in cheese or a batter. I can't look at it, because it reminds me of brains.

Is that weird??
Posted By: chopper

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/22/08 10:49 PM

it does like brains a bit


But it sounds like a great dinner \:\)
Posted By: Mignon

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/22/08 10:51 PM

I'd rather have califlower raw than cooked.
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/22/08 10:53 PM

Oh, steamed or stir-fried is an excellent way to have cauliflower. My favorite is when my mother dips it in batter and deep-fries it, but we try to limit that to once or twice a year because it's so bad for you. Delicious, but bad for you. My daughter loves it raw.
Posted By: Mignon

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/22/08 10:57 PM

I like to dip it in Ranch dip.
Posted By: pizzaboy

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/23/08 12:42 AM

Tonight we had nice broiled loin lamb chops, brushed lightly with Dijon and garlic, sauteed spinach (olive olive and garlic), roasted red potatoes and a tomato and onion salad. I found remarkably ripe tomatoes at Fairway Market on the Upper West Side yesterday. Well, remarkably ripe for this time of year.
Posted By: Mignon

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/23/08 02:01 AM

I wonder how the tomatoes are on the upper east side \:p
Posted By: pizzaboy

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/23/08 03:35 PM

 Originally Posted By: Mignon
I wonder how the tomatoes are on the upper east side \:p


Fake tans, fake blonde hair and fake boobs.
Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/23/08 04:16 PM

My wife has just gone out of the door to take our daughter to the dentists and i made the mistake of asking what was for dinner!
Her reply was unprintable (even here) but the basic gist was make it myself
Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/23/08 04:18 PM

I wonder if i ring her she might bring something back in with her?
I could just go some Chinese food......
Posted By: klydon1

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/23/08 04:35 PM

 Originally Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas
My wife has just gone out of the door to take our daughter to the dentists and i made the mistake of asking what was for dinner!
Her reply was unprintable (even here) but the basic gist was make it myself


Posted By: dontomasso

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/23/08 05:27 PM

 Originally Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas
My wife has just gone out of the door to take our daughter to the dentists and i made the mistake of asking what was for dinner!
Her reply was unprintable (even here) but the basic gist was make it myself


You sure that wasn't my wife?
Posted By: Mignon

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/23/08 07:27 PM

That is one of my fav lines. Make it yourself.
Posted By: Don Cardi

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/23/08 08:42 PM

 Originally Posted By: Mignon
I wonder how the tomatoes are on the upper east side \:p


Don't fool yourself Miggy.

Some of the best Tomatoes are grown in the backyards of those living in urban areas.
Posted By: J Geoff

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/23/08 11:40 PM


Man, I really feel like having a steak tonight... maybe I will. \:\)
Posted By: klydon1

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/24/08 12:37 AM

A treat tonight. My wife made ziti and broccoli in oil and garlic.
Posted By: Mignon

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/24/08 12:55 AM

 Originally Posted By: J Geoff

Man, I really feel like having a steak tonight... maybe I will. \:\)


Maybe you should \:\)
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/24/08 01:11 AM

 Originally Posted By: J Geoff

Man, I really feel like having a steak tonight... maybe I will. \:\)


Go wild!! Have two!
Posted By: Beth E

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/24/08 01:27 AM

I had steak tonight. Go for it!
Posted By: J Geoff

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/24/08 05:08 AM

 Originally Posted By: J Geoff

Man, I really feel like having a steak tonight... maybe I will. \:\)
 Originally Posted By: Mignon
Maybe you should \:\)
 Originally Posted By: Sicilian Babe
Go wild!! Have two!
 Originally Posted By: Beth E
I had steak tonight. Go for it!


What a fucking disaster! \:\(

It was after 7 (wanted to catch Idol) so I went somewhere close that was decent (I thought). I like Ruby Tuesday burgers and salad bar, so figured it'd be safe. I ordered the $17 Premium Aged Prime Sirloin for the first time and think I might now be a vegetarian! Fucking awful!! Everything was WAY too salty, even the broccoli. The "steak" was a bit tough and dry (medium-rare? and even more salty, probably like a weeks' worth of Sodium!). I almost just left it there, but God knows I hate to waste food. I wish I had a dog at this point, but probably wouldn't even feed it to him! Shocking, because I really love Ruby Tuesday burgers and crab cake sandwiches -- and the salad bar is top notch (they even charged $3 more for that with a $17 entree??). Add 1 beer and tip, and a $30 disappointment for a "party" of one. \:\/

CC: Ruby Tuesday

Posted By: Mignon

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/24/08 01:28 PM

Geoff, I wonder if Your local Ruby Tuesday's changed management?
Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/24/08 05:19 PM

 Originally Posted By: Mignon
That is one of my fav lines. Make it yourself.


And i did make it myself too....
Chicken fillets,spicy potato wedges and salad!

Very nice,if i do say so myself \:\)
Posted By: Longneck

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/24/08 07:08 PM

 Originally Posted By: J Geoff

CC: Ruby Tuesday



What's this new CC: thing you're doing?

And yeah, Ruby Tuesday is horrible for anything but the salad bar.
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/24/08 07:11 PM

The Ruby Tuesday near me is disgusting. I haven't been there in about 15 years, and I don't understand how it's still in business. he last time I was there, the hard-boiled eggs on the salad bar were bad. How we were able to smell them, and the staff couldn't, was beyond me.
Posted By: Beth E

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/24/08 07:13 PM

The whole chain must be bad. My mom and sister went to one around our way a couple months ago. Everytime they drive by it they draw the x sign. They said it was horrible.
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/24/08 07:20 PM

 Originally Posted By: klydon1
A treat tonight. My wife made ziti and broccoli in oil and garlic.


Your post made me crave this dish, so I'm making it tonight, but with cavatelli instead of ziti.
Posted By: J Geoff

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/24/08 07:56 PM

 Originally Posted By: Longneck

What's this new CC: thing you're doing?

lol - just the second time I think, and I already forget where the first one was. Just sayin' I sent them a copy. ;\)
Posted By: J Geoff

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/24/08 08:32 PM

I got a response from Ruby Tuesday already (I always feel guilty after knowing they read my harsh words )
 Originally Posted By: Email from Ruby Tuesday
Hello Geoff,

Sorry to hear that you were displeased with the amount of seasoning on your meal. I appreciate you taking the time to let us know about your experience. I would also like to thank you for the positive comments about us as well.

I would like to express to you that our servers and our managers are fully empowered to make things right for our guests while they are still in the restaurant. You should not hesitate to say something while visiting us if you are not 100% satisfied with your food or service.

We do generously season our food, so I might add that when ordering you may want to ask the server to have the kitchen go light on seasoning and expect that you will be very happy with your choices in the future.

Could you please provide me with some information off of your receipt, the check# and date and time of your visit. This will help me verify and resolve your complaint to your satisfaction.

I look forward to receiving this information and continuing our relationship with you as a valued guest.


I still get nervous complaining in a chain restaurant, though, because who knows what "happens" in the kitchen.

Edit: Just got this reply back:
 Quote:
Thank you for the information. Please allow me to send to you a gift card for you to visit us again and allow us the opportunity to show you some new menu items that will begin on the 29th.
See, it pays to speak up sometimes. ;\)
Posted By: Don Cardi

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/24/08 09:09 PM

Geoff, is there anyone that you really really do not like? If so give them that gift card! ;\)


 Originally Posted By: Beth E
The whole chain must be bad. My mom and sister went to one around our way a couple months ago. Everytime they drive by it they draw the x sign. They said it was horrible.


I've been there twice in my life. And BOTH times became deathly sick from their food.

The first I had a cheeseburger and a hot wings appetizer, as did a friend that I was with. On the ride home we both started to complain that we were not feeling well. Turns out that a few days later when we spoke we learned that we both had the same "symptoms" and sickness when we got home from Ruby Tuesdays.

Then about a year or so later I went to another Ruby Tuesdays with the family. 3 out of the four of us got sick to our stomachs. Only my wife did not get sick. All she had was the salad bar and the soup. The rest of us ordered appetizers and dishes off the menu and we got sick.

Ruby Tuesday sucks.
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/24/08 09:51 PM

My husband has the occasional burger at a Ruby Tuesday near his office and says it's not bad. That's the only one I know of that's not bad.

Geoff, I know what you mean, but I never hesitate to complain in a restaurant (as you know first-hand). I've found that if you do it quietly and respectfully, the server has no problem. If you start waving your arms and screaming, that's when they may take offense.
Posted By: Don Cardi

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/24/08 09:55 PM

 Originally Posted By: Sicilian Babe

If you start waving your arms and screaming, that's when they may take offense.
...and add foreign matter and substances to your food.
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/24/08 09:57 PM

Well, I was being delicate.
Posted By: Don Cardi

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/24/08 10:02 PM

Ok, tonight I'm going to have some round skinny chicken sausage with sundried tomato and parsely inside , some broccoli rabe, a salad and a baked potato.
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/24/08 10:04 PM

I really want to like broccoli rabe, but I just can't. I know it's so good for you, but I just find it too bitter.
Posted By: Mignon

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/24/08 11:37 PM

The Col. brought home KFC tonight.
Posted By: J Geoff

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/24/08 11:52 PM

 Originally Posted By: Sicilian Babe
I really want to like broccoli rabe, but I just can't. I know it's so good for you, but I just find it too bitter.

Same with white asparagus...

 Originally Posted By: Don Cardi
I've been there twice in my life. And BOTH times became deathly sick from their food.

Wow, that's crazy!! \:o \:o The place here is always crowded, and never really had a problem before, so I don't know. But I haven't tried too many items as I usually get the mini-burger/salad bar combo which is great.
Posted By: Beth E

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/24/08 11:59 PM

I like broccoli rabe. I actually like most vegetables. But I really should try to eat more fresh veggie.

The only ones I can't eat are beets and kale.
Posted By: Don Cardi

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/25/08 12:21 AM

 Originally Posted By: Mignon
The Col. brought home KFC tonight.


MIG! WOW! You must be special.

THEE COL.? COL. SANDERS made a special delivery of KFC to your home?




Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/25/08 01:14 AM

I like vegetables. I love broccoli, spinach, corn, cauliflower, zucchini, eggplant. Love 'em all. Beth's right, though. Kale sucks. My in-laws love it with ham, but I won't touch it.

And Mr. Babe actually like Brussel Sprouts. YUK. But he won't eat artichokes, which I love. Go figure.
Posted By: Beth E

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/25/08 02:06 AM

I love me some brussel sprouts. Especially with melted cheese.

And corn on the cob.

Finger licking good stuff.


Posted By: Mignon

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/25/08 01:34 PM

I could go for some corn on the cob.
Posted By: Don Cardi

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/25/08 01:47 PM

 Originally Posted By: Mignon
I could go for some corn on the cob.


Call the Col.!
Posted By: SC

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/25/08 01:49 PM

 Originally Posted By: Mignon
I could go for some corn on the cob.


You ran out of toilet paper?
Posted By: Beth E

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/25/08 01:55 PM

 Originally Posted By: SC
 Originally Posted By: Mignon
I could go for some corn on the cob.


You ran out of toilet paper?


Ok, that just ruined my taste buds for corn on the cob.

I no longer find it finger licking good.
Posted By: SC

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/25/08 01:58 PM

 Originally Posted By: Beth E
Ok, that just ruined my taste buds for corn on the cob.

I no longer find it finger licking good.


This from the Zucchini Queen???

Posted By: Mignon

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/25/08 06:05 PM

 Originally Posted By: SC
 Originally Posted By: Mignon
I could go for some corn on the cob.


You ran out of toilet paper?


No I used up all the pages in the Sears catalog.
Posted By: SC

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/25/08 06:19 PM

 Originally Posted By: Mignon
No I used up all the pages in the Sears catalog.


You're such a smartass.
Posted By: Beth E

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/25/08 06:22 PM

 Originally Posted By: SC
 Originally Posted By: Mignon
No I used up all the pages in the Sears catalog.


You're such a smartass.


Especially if she used an encyclopedia.
Posted By: Mignon

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/25/08 06:23 PM

I would've used big leaves but since it's winter time...
Posted By: Don Cardi

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/25/08 06:55 PM

C'mon now!!! This is a food thread where we talk about food. I'm sick and tired of hearing about your outhouse activities. Keep that stuff in the general discussion forum if you feel the need to share that kind of information with others.

My goodness.
Posted By: Beth E

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/25/08 06:58 PM

 Originally Posted By: Don Cardi
C'mon now!!! This is a food thread where we talk about food.


What do you usually do after you eat food. \:\)
Posted By: Don Cardi

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/25/08 07:02 PM

 Originally Posted By: Beth E
 Originally Posted By: Don Cardi
C'mon now!!! This is a food thread where we talk about food.


What do you usually do after you eat food. \:\)


Well I used to have a cigarette and an after dinner drink. Now I just have an after dinner drink.


But I can do without the outhouse details when I am reading and writing about restaurants and food in general.
Posted By: dontomasso

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/25/08 07:33 PM

I think I'll go out tonight.
Posted By: Mignon

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/25/08 07:54 PM

 Originally Posted By: Don Cardi
C'mon now!!! This is a food thread where we talk about food. I'm sick and tired of hearing about your outhouse activities. Keep that stuff in the general discussion forum if you feel the need to share that kind of information with others.

My goodness.


Party Pooper \:p
Posted By: Don Cardi

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/25/08 08:39 PM

 Originally Posted By: Mignon
 Originally Posted By: Don Cardi
C'mon now!!! This is a food thread where we talk about food. I'm sick and tired of hearing about your outhouse activities. Keep that stuff in the general discussion forum if you feel the need to share that kind of information with others.

My goodness.


Party Pooper \:p


No, you're the "pooper" not me.
Posted By: Mignon

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/25/08 08:45 PM

Keeping eating that Fiber One cereal then. \:p
Posted By: Don Cardi

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/25/08 08:57 PM

 Originally Posted By: Mignon
Keeping eaating that Fiber One cereal then. \:p


I'll keep eating the Fiber One and you keep eating KFC, Wendy's, McDonalds, Burger King, Buffets, Outback Cheese Fries,and Spaghetti-o's and then talk to me in 3 months. Then you'll be begging for Fiber One! \:p
Posted By: Mignon

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/25/08 09:12 PM

Well how about you come over here and help me make that spaghetti carabona(sp)?
Posted By: SC

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/25/08 09:15 PM

 Originally Posted By: Mignon
Well how about you come over here and help me make that spaghetti carabona(sp)?


And bring some Scott tissue? \:p
Posted By: Don Cardi

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/25/08 09:20 PM

 Originally Posted By: Mignon
Well how about you come over here and help me make that spaghetti carabona(sp)?


Now remember, it's SpaghettI Carbonara,

NOT spaghetti - O's Carbonara
Posted By: Mignon

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/25/08 09:28 PM

SpaghettI Carbonara - spaghettiO's Carbonara


You Say Tomato : I Say Tomahto
Posted By: Longneck

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/26/08 02:58 AM

I had a big n tasty from McDonalds

It was neither big nor tasty
Posted By: J Geoff

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/26/08 04:37 AM

 Originally Posted By: Longneck
I had a big n tasty from McDonalds

It was neither big nor tasty

That's what the Third Pounder is for
Posted By: Just Lou

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/26/08 06:26 AM

I was supposed to take the wife out to dinner last night after picking up my SB Tix, but didn't get out of the stadium until almost 8PM. I wound up having the "double cheeseburger meal" at the McDonalds in a Wal-Mart. \:\/
Posted By: Mignon

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/26/08 07:07 AM

They have a Subway at the Walmart here.
Posted By: SC

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/26/08 11:22 AM

Tonight's dinner was a lettuce and onion salad with a little olive oil and vinegar.

Look out skinny world... I wanna join ya!
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/26/08 02:46 PM

Well, olive oil is nice. Mr. Babe picked up pizza on his way home.
Posted By: Just Lou

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/26/08 03:48 PM

 Originally Posted By: Mignon
They have a Subway at the Walmart here.


That must be a high class Walmart.
Posted By: J Geoff

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/26/08 05:57 PM

 Originally Posted By: Just Lou
 Originally Posted By: Mignon
They have a Subway at the Walmart here.


That must be a high class Walmart.

Yeah, really... ours has McD's... lol
Posted By: Beth E

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/26/08 06:03 PM

 Originally Posted By: J Geoff
 Originally Posted By: Just Lou
 Originally Posted By: Mignon
They have a Subway at the Walmart here.


That must be a high class Walmart.

Yeah, really... ours has McD's... lol


That probably beats the frozen pizza at mine.
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/26/08 06:11 PM

I don't even have a WalMart.

But my Costco has pretty decent food. Where else can you get a hot dog and a soda for $1.50??
Posted By: J Geoff

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/26/08 07:11 PM


We have a BJ's (not sure why they gave it that name) across from Wal-Mart -- BJ's has a Subway built in. Costco does have decent food, tho, but it's much farther away and seems not as cheap as it used to be so I hardly ever bother...
Posted By: Beth E

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/26/08 07:26 PM

Geoff likes BJ's.
Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/26/08 07:39 PM

Just had chilli with rice!

Delicious!
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/26/08 07:42 PM

 Originally Posted By: Beth E
Geoff likes BJ's.


What man doesn't???

Tonight we're going to my m-i-l's and she's ordering Chinese food. I'm not sure which one will upset my stomach more.
Posted By: Don Cardi

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/26/08 08:54 PM

 Originally Posted By: J Geoff

BJ's has a Subway built in.


Geoff, Wegman's has a food area that makes sub sandwiches ala 'Subway'style which are really great.
Posted By: Mignon

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/26/08 09:40 PM

What is Wegman's?
Posted By: Don Cardi

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/26/08 10:12 PM

Do an internet search.
Posted By: Mignon

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/26/08 10:16 PM

Yes Sir!!!
Posted By: Don Cardi

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/26/08 10:23 PM

\:p Just Kidding Miggy. ;\)

Wegmans Food Markets, Inc. is a 71-store U.S. regional supermarket chain with stores in New York, Pennsylvania, New Jersey, Virginia, and Maryland. It is a family-owned company, founded in 1916 by John and Walter Wegman. The original name was the Rochester Fruit and Vegetable Company.

It is a "megamarket" type store, with a large variety of groceries and foods. In many of their stores they have what's called a Market Cafe in-store dining area, and that is where they have the 'subway' style heros that I was telling Geoff about.

Many times my wife and I will go there to do our grocery shopping and will go to their dining area for lunch or just even a cup of coffee before we begin our grocery shopping.

Everything that they make in the in store Dining Area is fresh. Sandwiches, Sushi, Chinese Food, Pizza, A Salad Bar, A Hot Wings bar, etc. All these places to eat in the middle of what is probably one of the largest grocery stores that I've ever been to.

An excellent store.
Posted By: Mignon

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/26/08 10:42 PM

I did as I was told. Sounds like a great place to do your shopping. I like how the web site has recipes. How far do you drive to get to one?
Posted By: Don Cardi

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/26/08 10:52 PM

Me? About 10 minutes.
Posted By: klydon1

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/26/08 11:27 PM

 Originally Posted By: Sicilian Babe
I don't even have a WalMart.

But my Costco has pretty decent food. Where else can you get a hot dog and a soda for $1.50??


Whenever I'm at Costco, I always get that deal. A quarter pound Hebrew National hot dog with sauerkraut and a soda that you can refill. Plus, by the time I get to the hot dog, I'm nearly stuffed with the free samples.
Posted By: klydon1

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/26/08 11:31 PM

 Originally Posted By: Don Cardi
 Originally Posted By: J Geoff

BJ's has a Subway built in.


Geoff, Wegman's has a food area that makes sub sandwiches ala 'Subway'style which are really great.







Wegman's sandwiches are very good, and I've never been disappointed. There is a chain of convenience store/gas stations, called Sheetz that makes good sandwiches and burgers. Their grilled barbecue chicken sanwich with cheddar and bacon on a toasted pretzel roll is a great treat.
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/27/08 01:54 AM

Klyd, my mom has friends that just walk around Costco eating all the samples. That IS their lunch.

I can't pass up that hot dog. It's so good. And my kids love that Berry Sundae that they have. Personally, I like the churro. Their pizza is not very good, though.

I wish I had a Wegman's near me. My ShopRite just added a food area like you described, DC. It's pretty good, the food's fresh, and it's very inexpensive. Since my daughter got a job, I've been buying a lot of their sandwiches for her to take to work.
Posted By: Beth E

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/27/08 01:55 AM

 Originally Posted By: Sicilian Babe
Klyd, my mom has friends that just walk around Costco eating all the samples. That IS their lunch.



For us we would go to Sam's club. They actually had great samples. When Nicole was little she literally wanted us to go their at lunch time so she could eat all the samples as her lunch.
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/27/08 01:58 AM

I'm so bad at Costco. I am their ideal customer. After tasting the sample, I will walk over to the freezer case like a robot and put a box of what I just tasted in my cart.
Posted By: klydon1

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/27/08 03:18 AM

My daughter loves the berry smoothie at Costco. One thing she and I sampled months ago was bourbon chicken. It comes in a big bag and is breaded with a flavorful sauce. It's pretty darn good and the kids can microwave it easily for a fast dinner. I couldn't tell you what company makes it, but we usually buy a bag whenever we go there as a result of the sample.
Posted By: Don Cardi

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/27/08 03:21 AM

 Originally Posted By: Sicilian Babe


I wish I had a Wegman's near me. My ShopRite just added a food area like you described, DC. It's pretty good, the food's fresh, and it's very inexpensive. Since my daughter got a job, I've been buying a lot of their sandwiches for her to take to work.



Do they have a seating area where you can sit down and eat?

My wife loves Costco's smoothies. And they do make a really good hot dog. Two things that I really love from Costco are the Marie Calander Chicken Pot Pies and the Olive Tapenade made by Cantare.
Posted By: Mignon

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/27/08 03:33 AM

You eat frozen chicken pot pies \:o
Posted By: SC

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/27/08 03:49 AM

Dinner tonight: Pan fried eggplant that was marinated in a lite Italian vinegrette dressing. While its not eggplant parmigiana (which I love), it was pretty damned good (and non-fattening).
Posted By: Beth E

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/27/08 03:51 AM

Look who's being good and eating healthy.

I pigged out at a baby shower then came to my niece's and had pizza. I'll probably gain whatever weight you might hav lost.
Posted By: Don Cardi

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/27/08 03:54 AM

 Originally Posted By: Mignon
You eat frozen chicken pot pies \:o


Only Marie Calanders. They're delicious.

And please, don't try to compare eating a frozen Chicken Pot Pie to eating a can of Dog Food Alpo Spaghetti. There's no comparison whatsoever.
Posted By: SC

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/27/08 03:58 AM

 Originally Posted By: Beth E
Look who's being good and eating healthy.

I pigged out at a baby shower then came to my niece's and had pizza. I'll probably gain whatever weight you might hav lost.


You wanna be a co-dieter with me??
Posted By: Mignon

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/27/08 04:00 AM

 Originally Posted By: SC
You wanna be a co-dieter with me??


I'll diet with ya.
Posted By: klydon1

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/27/08 04:03 AM

 Originally Posted By: Mignon
 Originally Posted By: SC
You wanna be a co-dieter with me??


I'll diet with ya.


You guys keep this up, and I'll join you.
Posted By: Mignon

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/27/08 04:03 AM

 Originally Posted By: Don Cardi
And please, don't try to compare eating a frozen Chicken Pot Pie to eating a can of Dog Food Alpo Spaghetti. There's no comparison whatsoever.


I never ate alpo so I can't compare.
Posted By: Don Cardi

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/27/08 04:04 AM

 Originally Posted By: Mignon
 Originally Posted By: Don Cardi
And please, don't try to compare eating a frozen Chicken Pot Pie to eating a can of Dog Food Alpo Spaghetti. There's no comparison whatsoever.


I never ate alpo so I can't compare.




Touche!
Posted By: Beth E

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/27/08 04:05 AM

 Originally Posted By: SC
 Originally Posted By: Beth E
Look who's being good and eating healthy.

I pigged out at a baby shower then came to my niece's and had pizza. I'll probably gain whatever weight you might hav lost.


You wanna be a co-dieter with me??


I'll eat what you're eating.
Posted By: SC

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/27/08 04:14 AM

 Originally Posted By: Mignon
I'll diet with ya.


 Originally Posted By: klydon1
You guys keep this up, and I'll join you.


 Originally Posted By: Beth E
I'll eat what you're eating.


Don Cardi turned me on to a diet thats fairly easy to follow. I've never really dieted before so I wouldn't know where to begin with types of foods, portion sizes, etc. This diet uses "points" allowed on a daily basis (and gives you the portion size) so its a question of going over a large chart, deciding what you want to eat, and then stopping when you've finished your meal.

Sure, it takes some willpower to stop at a portion size you may consider small (i.e. 4 ozs of pasta - that used to be my starting point), but if you're serious about wanting to lose weight, its a great start.

I've been at it for three days, and I do get a little hungry at times, but it hasn't been too bad.

I want to lose 40 pounds by the end of the summer. I think I can do it.
Posted By: Beth E

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/27/08 04:16 AM

This woman I know that I saw today has been on this diet for some time, as well as my niece. She's lost a lot of weight. She brought one of those calculators that you put in your calorie and fat count and it adds up your points for you. It seems that should make it a little easier too.
Posted By: Mignon

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/27/08 04:17 AM

Will you pm that diet info?
Posted By: SC

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/27/08 04:19 AM

 Originally Posted By: Mignon
Will you pm that diet info?


Sure.
Posted By: Mignon

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/27/08 04:25 AM

Grazie SC.
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/27/08 11:51 AM

SC, the one mistake that most people make is that they are upset that they're hungry when they diet. Well, duh!!! Of course you're hungry! You're on a diet!! Just make sure to keep plenty of things to munch on that are OK, like celery sticks, carrot sticks, apples, stuff that you can literally sink your teeth into. I also found that Rice Krispie treats are only 90 calories, so we buy the big box from Costco and keep them around. They're sweet AND crunchy.

DC, yes my ShopRite put in a little food court with tables and everything. The food's pretty good. Their Italian hero is only $4, and I buy it for my daughter when she's working. She ends up taking half per day because it's pretty big.
Posted By: Don Cardi

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/27/08 09:05 PM

Tonight's dinner :

Baked boneless chicken breasts covered with baked eggplant and melted mozzarella. Steamed Asparagus with fresh thinly sliced garlic, baked Potato, and tomato and onions salad with balsamic vinager.
Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/29/08 07:29 PM

Italian sausages with roasted potatoes and peppers!

Tasty
Posted By: klydon1

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/29/08 09:03 PM

Last night, in celebration of a couple of very nice report cards, I took my sons out to the local pub for dinner. We had 36 hot wings (10 of which came home for my daughter, who didn't feel like going out), a big cheesburger with fries, a large meatball and cheese subwith fries, a grilled ham and cheese on rye with fries, and an endless supply of soda wit ha beer thrown in for $36.00. The food is always good, and I thought the price was great.
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/29/08 09:08 PM

Klyd, my kids report cards come out next week. I'll let you know if we're in the mood to celebrate!!

That sounds like a huge amount of food for the money! And it was good food, too? You can't beat that with a stick!
Posted By: Longneck

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/29/08 09:27 PM

I'm on the seafood diet.

I see food and I eat it.

I'm having leftovers, probably fried chicken and mashed potatoes instead of italian beef since I threw it up last night (stomach flu).
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/29/08 09:36 PM

Because deep-fried food and the stomach flu go well together!!

LN, Sorry you weren't feeling well. I hear that flu is going around.
Posted By: Longneck

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/29/08 11:44 PM

 Originally Posted By: Sicilian Babe
Because deep-fried food and the stomach flu go well together!!

LN, Sorry you weren't feeling well. I hear that flu is going around.


Yeah, you want it?

You're supposed to take it easy after the flu I guess so I just ate 2 hamburgers and some nuggets for lunch instead of the spicy chicken for lunch.
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/30/08 03:36 PM

I always think of the line from The Devil Wears Prada - "I'm one stomach flu away from my goal weight."

Tonight is good old fashioned pasta fagioli, with just a touch of cayenne pepper in the sauce. Perfect on a damp and windy day like today.
Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/30/08 07:43 PM

Just had macaroni cheese!
Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/02/08 08:48 PM

Just has lasagne with salad!
Posted By: Don Smitty

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/03/08 02:59 AM

pizza. very good!!

ds
Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/03/08 09:08 PM

Delicious sunday dinner!

Roast pork(with crackling),mashed taties,carrots,broccoli,turnip,cabbage & yorkshire pudding.
All served with peppered gravy,hot English mustard and apple sauce!
Posted By: chopper

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/05/08 11:28 PM

Fish, chips, mushy peas and gravy with about four slices of bread and butter
Posted By: Longneck

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/06/08 02:47 AM

WIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIINGS
Posted By: klydon1

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/06/08 04:24 AM

I also had some wings tonight. My family and I went out to eat tonight. The wings were good, but our meals weren't great.
Posted By: pizzaboy

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/06/08 09:35 PM

Ash Wednesday meal tonight: potatoes and eggs, tomato and red onion salad, crusty Italian bread.

I gave up cheese again for Lent this year, soda too.
Posted By: klydon1

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/06/08 09:49 PM

No meat for me either tonight.

My wife made a large pan of baked macaroni and cheese last night. We'll have that with fish and vegetables.
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/07/08 01:46 AM

We started with New England Clam Chowder followed by fresh salmon and broccoli stir fried in olive oil and garlic. Although I had tuna for lunch, I forgot and gave the girls an Italian hero when they left for school this morning.
Posted By: Beth E

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/07/08 01:49 AM

Good thing I'm not catholic. I had steak.

I don't need another reason to go to hell.

I forgot all about it being Ash Wednesday until I was watching the news and thought, "Why does the Governor have dirt on his forehead"?

Duh!!
Posted By: klydon1

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/07/08 02:56 PM

 Originally Posted By: Sicilian Babe
We started with New England Clam Chowder followed by fresh salmon and broccoli stir fried in olive oil and garlic. Although I had tuna for lunch, I forgot and gave the girls an Italian hero when they left for school this morning.


Sounds like a great dinner, SB.
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/07/08 03:30 PM

It was, although I cheated and used canned clams in the chowder. I told the girls that I would be going to hell for them because I gave them meat in their sandwiches.
Posted By: dontomasso

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/07/08 07:39 PM

The whole idea of giving up meat arises from the fact that once upon a time fish was considered food for poor people and second rate food. Now that we al pay a fortune for things like wild salmon, swordfish and sea bass, I think we should be giving up fish for lent and eating meat. Accordingly I had a giant porterhouse for Ash Wednesday.
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/07/08 07:42 PM

Did you order it rare???
Posted By: dontomasso

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/07/08 08:15 PM

of course
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/07/08 08:20 PM

 Originally Posted By: dontomasso
of course


A man of taste.
Posted By: Mignon

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/07/08 09:47 PM

 Originally Posted By: dontomasso
of course


Did it moo? \:\)
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/08/08 02:40 AM

DT, you have me craving a steak, but I can't eat meat tomorrow night either! And I had made chicken soup for tonight. DAMN!!
Posted By: Mignon

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/08/08 02:44 AM

How long do you have to go without meat?
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/08/08 03:14 AM

Ash Wednesday, and then every Friday until Easter Sunday.
Posted By: Don Cardi

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/08/08 07:45 PM

 Originally Posted By: Sicilian Babe
Ash Wednesday, and then every Friday until Easter Sunday.


This year the Catholic church is asking that those who are healthy and between the ages of 18 - 70, in addition to abstaining from meat on fridays during Lent, also eat only ONE main big meal a day on both Wed and Fri during Lent.
Posted By: pizzaboy

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/08/08 08:48 PM

 Originally Posted By: Don Cardi
 Originally Posted By: Sicilian Babe
Ash Wednesday, and then every Friday until Easter Sunday.


This year the Catholic church is asking that those who are healthy and between the ages of 18 - 70, in addition to abstaining from meat on fridays during Lent, also eat only ONE main big meal a day on both Wed and Fri during Lent.


Well, that makes a lot of sense. The whole idea of eating fish is because it was always cheaper than meat. Not so, anymore. We always try to eat things like fritatta or pasta fagioli or escarole and beans, in keeping with that idea. However, on Good Friday, we usually make something like shrimp fra diavlo, which is probably not what Jesus had in mind. \:\/
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/08/08 09:48 PM

Friday's lunch is usually tuna or yogurt, and then Friday dinner is usually pizza. I refuse to cook on Friday nights, so we usually get takeout. The take-out options for fish are pretty limited, unless you go with Chinese.

Just curious - anyone giving anything up for Lent???
Posted By: SC

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/08/08 09:54 PM

I gave up having a great body for Lent 30 years ago.

I never got it back.
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/08/08 09:56 PM

If you find yours, look around for mine. Maybe they're together.
Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/08/08 10:26 PM

Spicy pepperoni pizzas!
Posted By: Don Cardi

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/09/08 05:14 PM

 Originally Posted By: pizzaboy
 Originally Posted By: Don Cardi
 Originally Posted By: Sicilian Babe
Ash Wednesday, and then every Friday until Easter Sunday.


This year the Catholic church is asking that those who are healthy and between the ages of 18 - 70, in addition to abstaining from meat on fridays during Lent, also eat only ONE main big meal a day on both Wed and Fri during Lent.


Well, that makes a lot of sense. The whole idea of eating fish is because it was always cheaper than meat. Not so, anymore. We always try to eat things like fritatta or pasta fagioli or escarole and beans, in keeping with that idea. However, on Good Friday, we usually make something like shrimp fra diavlo, which is probably not what Jesus had in mind. \:\/


How does eating one meal a day on both of those days make a lot of sense?

This year, Don Cardi is asking that the Catholic church, in addition to abstaining from eating meat on fridays, also abstain from making a collection on each Sunday during Lent.

Now that makes sense! ;\)
Posted By: pizzaboy

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/09/08 05:30 PM



Actually, I'll rephrase. It makes NO sense to eat loster, salmon, shrimp or any other expensive fish on a "fast" day, although, as I admitted in my earlier post, I'm often guilty of doing just that.

As far as abstaining from meat, so far so good. Last night I had pasta with peas.
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/09/08 06:29 PM

I love pasta with peas, however peas happen to be one of the few vegetables that Mr. Babe can't stand. He hates peas and artichokes, which happen to be two that I love. We ordered a pizza.

Tonight we're going to a Chinese/Japanese restaurant with friends. The food's excellent. When we go to this place, Mr. Babe always makes me share a Scorpion with him before dinner. They serve it with a lake of flaming 151 in the middle. It's quite exciting.
Posted By: pizzaboy

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/09/08 06:34 PM

I love peas, too, Babe.

When I make them as a side dish, I saute them with pancetta and onions. Simple and delicious.
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/09/08 06:41 PM

That sounds so good. However, Mr. Babe won't even eat fried rice if they add peas to it, and he loves Chinese. Simply can't stand peas.

Here's the menu to the place we're going to tonight. I always get either the Grand Marnier Prawns or the Jade Village Steak. I wish I could get a little of both, because they're so delicious. They have a Japanese side and a Chinese side. You can order Japanese on the Chinese side, but not the other way around, so we always sit on the Chinese side.

Chinese Menu
Japanese Menu
Posted By: Don Cardi

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/09/08 06:56 PM

 Originally Posted By: Sicilian Babe

I always get either the Grand Marnier Prawns or the Jade Village Steak. I wish I could get a little of both, because they're so delicious.


Place sounds good.

I don't see why that wouldn't make a combo dish for you upon request. It don't hurt to ask. And if you are somewhat of a regular there, I'll bet that they do it for you.

We go to an Italian Restaurant here, basically we are regulars there. They make a realy delicious Shrimp Francese dish. They also make a really delicious Veal Francese dish. They've accomadated my request for a combo dish of both anytime that I've asked them to.

Tonight we are going to a Valentines day dinner and dance. We booked a whole table with some other firends of ours. Should be a good time.
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/09/08 07:26 PM

Oh, that has more to do with me than them. I don't like different foods on the same plate, because they might touch each other.

Sounds like a fun night, DC. Enjoy!!!

Did I ever tell you about the time Mr. Babe and I went to a Valentine dinner/dance thing? During dinner, a woman came over with a basket of long-stemmed red roses and said, "For the lady?", so he said yes. Then she said, "$5." He looked at me and said, "Give it back."
Posted By: pizzaboy

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/09/08 07:34 PM

Posted By: Beth E

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/10/08 12:37 AM

OMG! That's funny SB. Well, it's funny now, I'm sure it wasn't then.

At least he didn't tell you to pay the lady. I once had someone buy a rose for me. I found out later he took the money out of my wallet to pay for it.
Posted By: SC

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/10/08 02:49 AM

 Originally Posted By: Sicilian Babe
Did I ever tell you about the time Mr. Babe and I went to a Valentine dinner/dance thing? During dinner, a woman came over with a basket of long-stemmed red roses and said, "For the lady?", so he said yes. Then she said, "$5." He looked at me and said, "Give it back."


Was she wearing a boustier?

I made my own sausage and peppers again tonight. Now that I know how to make it, I treated myself to a covered frying pan. Came out really good!
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/10/08 06:36 PM

Did you have good bread, SC?? You have to have nice fresh Italian bread.

Well, dinner was pretty good last night, although I must admit that I didn't eat much. After sharing a good amount of the Scorpion with Mr. Babe, I got fairly drunk fairly quick. I sort of got to the point where I was afraid to eat my entree because I was very unsteady. However, I did bring it home and plan to enjoy it later today.

I did have a Philadelphia Roll as an appetizer, which was fresh salmon, cream cheese and scallion. I went with the prawns, and the one I had was delicious.
Posted By: Don Cardi

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/10/08 09:31 PM

 Originally Posted By: Sicilian Babe
Did you have good bread, SC?? You have to have nice fresh Italian bread.


A nice Semolina bread. ;\)
Posted By: klydon1

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/11/08 04:49 PM

Saturday night my daughter was at a party, and my wife went to a "girl's night" at a friend's house. i told my sons that we could go out anywhere we wanted. I suggested a nice Chineses restaurant that we love, the local pub where they love to devour wings and steak sandwiches, and some other places. They decided that they wanted Pizza Hut takeout. We have quite a few good pizza shops nearby, but they were attracted to PH by a commercial for a new pizza.

Anyway, I left the money for them, picked up my daughter and dropped heroff. I got text messages from two of the inebriated young ladies at my wife's party to come over, so I did. I ended up having a Menage a Trois with my wife and one of the other ladies. I didn't have dinner Saturday nigh, but it was memorable.

Oh, by the way, Menage a Trois was the name of the bottle of white wine that the other woman gave my wife and me as a gift.
Posted By: pizzaboy

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/11/08 04:51 PM

You lawyers are so much damn fun when you drink.
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/11/08 05:01 PM

Klyd, here I was, all happy for you, thinking you scored HUGE. Just messing with us...
Posted By: klydon1

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/11/08 05:21 PM

 Originally Posted By: Sicilian Babe
Klyd, here I was, all happy for you, thinking you scored HUGE. Just messing with us...


The woman, who gave us the bottle of wine is young, very attractive and recently divorced. As I was holding the bottle of "Menage a Trois", I told her, You, my wife and I will have this tonight, and when we're done, we'll drink this bottle of wine." ;\)

The joke about giving the wine comes from the fact that she and her kids come to my house most Sunday nights (Her sister is my next door neighbor) for a drink. There are usually about 5 or 6 other people who come.

Her recently divorced husband fell under the impression that she and I were having an affair, which made my wife roll on the floor in laughter (It wasn't that funny). The woman told my wife about it, and a day later the ex called my wife to say that I was messing around with his wife. She thought it was funny and I took the phone and set the story straight. So this is now an ongoing joke among us.
Posted By: Beth E

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/11/08 05:37 PM

Me too SB. I didn't read that last sentence, and I thought Klydon was a wild man.
Posted By: Longneck

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/11/08 05:39 PM

I had cornbread and beans.

I've got more gas than a BP...or a PB for that matter but it's worth it.
Posted By: pizzaboy

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/11/08 07:16 PM

 Originally Posted By: Longneck
I had cornbread and beans.

I've got more gas than a BP...or a PB for that matter but it's worth it.


Easy, son.
Posted By: pizzaboy

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/11/08 07:31 PM

Tonight I'm making a big pot of cabbage soup with braised spareribs, smoked hocks and hot Italian sausages. It's perfect for the frigid weather we're experiencing in the northeast.
Posted By: klydon1

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/11/08 07:32 PM

 Originally Posted By: Beth E
Me too SB. I didn't read that last sentence, and I thought Klydon was a wild man.


Unfortunately not. I told my wife and her that as a gentleman and man of honor, I wouldn't compromise her moral virtue...unless she really wanted me too. ;\) \:D
Posted By: pizzaboy

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/11/08 07:35 PM

 Originally Posted By: klydon1
 Originally Posted By: Beth E
Me too SB. I didn't read that last sentence, and I thought Klydon was a wild man.


Unfortunately not. I told my wife and her that as a gentleman and man of honor, I wouldn't compromise her moral virtue...unless she really wanted me too. ;\) \:D


Plus, it depends what her friend looks like. She could be an uggo for all we know.
Posted By: Don Cardi

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/11/08 07:36 PM

Breast of Chicken Cacciatore with fresh zucchini and peas. Some oven baked garlic potatoes, and a salad.
Posted By: pizzaboy

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/11/08 07:38 PM

Sounds good, DC. When I make cacciatore I like to use dark meat, as well as the breast. The thighs, drumsticks and wings really hold up to a nice slowly braised sauce.
Posted By: Don Cardi

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/11/08 07:47 PM

This is a boneless white meat version ;\) . I only like dark meat from chicken on the BBQ, or slow oven baked. And it has to be an oven stuffer. For some reason I find that the dark meat on the oven stuffers are much more tender.
Posted By: Mignon

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/11/08 09:12 PM

 Originally Posted By: klydon1
Oh, by the way, Menage a Trois was the name of the bottle of white wine that the other woman gave my wife and me as a gift.


Sure it is. \:p
Posted By: klydon1

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/11/08 09:29 PM

 Originally Posted By: Mignon
 Originally Posted By: klydon1
Oh, by the way, Menage a Trois was the name of the bottle of white wine that the other woman gave my wife and me as a gift.


Sure it is. \:p


Really.

I saved the cork. ;\)
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/11/08 10:21 PM

Next time I go to the liquor store, I'm going to look for it. What kind of wine is it?
Posted By: Beth E

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/11/08 10:56 PM

 Originally Posted By: klydon1


I saved the cork. ;\)


I don't know why when I first saw this I read something else.
Posted By: pizzaboy

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/11/08 10:58 PM

 Originally Posted By: Beth E
 Originally Posted By: klydon1


I saved the cork. ;\)


I don't know why when I first saw this I read something else.




Where is your mind at woman?
Posted By: Beth E

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/11/08 10:59 PM

Isn't it obvious.
Posted By: Mignon

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/12/08 01:20 AM

Not a bad place to be Beth.
Posted By: klydon1

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/12/08 02:38 AM

 Originally Posted By: Sicilian Babe
Next time I go to the liquor store, I'm going to look for it. What kind of wine is it?


http://folieadeux.com/mat/home.html

The site above has information on the wine.

The bottle says:

Discover the excitement of our Menage a Trois. Expand your horizon with this stunning delectable wine. Soft floral aromas and gentle caresing fruit flavors leave you longing for more.

It's a California white table wine. It was okay, but when the bottle was gone, I wasn't exactly longing for more.
Posted By: klydon1

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/12/08 02:39 AM

 Originally Posted By: Beth E
 Originally Posted By: klydon1


I saved the cork. ;\)


I don't know why when I first saw this I read something else.


I saved that too. \:p
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/12/08 03:14 AM

The red blend sounds interesting. Actually, I believe they just are hoping that people will pick it up for the name. And why wouldn't they? It certainly would be an ice-breaker at a dinner party!
Posted By: Longneck

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/12/08 03:20 AM

 Originally Posted By: pizzaboy
 Originally Posted By: Longneck
I had cornbread and beans.

I've got more gas than a BP...or a PB for that matter but it's worth it.


Easy, son.


Dad? Is that you?
Posted By: klydon1

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/12/08 03:32 AM

 Originally Posted By: Sicilian Babe
The red blend sounds interesting. Actually, I believe they just are hoping that people will pick it up for the name. And why wouldn't they? It certainly would be an ice-breaker at a dinner party!


You're right. I'm sure most of their sales are from people, who get a kick out of the name.
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/12/08 03:40 AM

 Originally Posted By: klydon1
I'm sure most of their sales are from people, who get a kick out of the name.


We certainly did! \:\)

Friends of ours brought over a bottle once named Mad Dog and Englishmen. They were given the wine as a joke because they're English, but it was actually pretty decent. Here's a link to the vineyard's site: Vineyard
Posted By: J Geoff

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/12/08 12:06 PM


After my previous "steak" fiasco (Ruby Tuesday - they actually sent me $20 in gift certs after my complaint), tonight I went to the place I avoided that night -- and tonight, there, I had a GREAT 16-ounce T-Bone smothered in sautéed portobello mushrooms and onions. With mashed potatoes. OMG. Terrific!
Posted By: dontomasso

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/12/08 04:02 PM

Tonight spaghetti and meatballs.
Posted By: klydon1

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/12/08 04:28 PM

I went to Red Robin last night with two of my kids and a couple other families. Last night the restaurant would give 10% of your check to the basketball association, for which my kids play.

I'm not sure how widespread Red Robin restuarants are, but they are similar to Chilis/Applebees with less emphasis on entrees, and more on sandwiches. I had a grilled BBQ chicken sandwich with cheddar (I'm glad they held the mayo). My only complaint is that they placed the cold slice of cheese on the sandwich just before serving it. I like the cheese grilled and melted, but all our problems should be so small.

By the way, one of the dads at the table was also celebrating his 50th birthday, and at the end of the evening, the wait staff did one of those bouncy birthday songs that embarrassed the hell out of him.
Posted By: chopper

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/12/08 04:39 PM

It sounds like it was a very nice evening \:\)
Posted By: Longneck

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/12/08 05:33 PM

 Originally Posted By: klydon1

I'm not sure how widespread Red Robin restuarants are, but they are similar to Chilis/Applebees with less emphasis on entrees, and more on sandwiches. I had a grilled BBQ chicken sandwich with cheddar (I'm glad they held the mayo). My only complaint is that they placed the cold slice of cheese on the sandwich just before serving it. I like the cheese grilled and melted, but all our problems should be so small.


Went to Red Robin once (we have one in our town)....don't think I'll go back. The experience wasn't bad, but the food was.
Posted By: pizzaboy

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/12/08 05:35 PM

Of all the American chain type restaurants, I think Applebees is probably the best. The burgers and steaks are decent for the price, the desserts aren't bad, and the drinks are huge.
Posted By: dontomasso

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/12/08 06:10 PM

I generlly stay away from chains, and PB must respectfully disagree with you on Applebees. I think it is awful.
Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/12/08 07:35 PM

Just had home-made broth!

Made with a ham shank,onions,lentils,barley,split peas,carrots and cauliflower!

Delicious!
Posted By: klydon1

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/12/08 08:00 PM

 Originally Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas
Just had home-made broth!

Made with a ham shank,onions,lentils,barley,split peas,carrots and cauliflower!

Delicious!


You can't get that in a chain restaurant.

Applebees and some of the chains are okay if you stick to the burgers and some of the sandwiches. Some of the sauces (gravy) are too thick and salty. I'm not a big fan of the overseasoned fries.

By the way, for burgers, does anyone ever go to 5 Guys Burgers and Fries?
Posted By: pizzaboy

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/12/08 08:14 PM

That's what I was talking about Klyd, burgers. If I'm on the road, which I am a lot, I'd prefer a burger from a chain, such as Applebees, to a fast food burger. I used to enjoy the roast beef sandwich at Roy Rogers, but they're few and far between now. In New York, anyway.
Posted By: J Geoff

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/12/08 08:19 PM

 Originally Posted By: klydon1
By the way, for burgers, does anyone ever go to 5 Guys Burgers and Fries?

I had never heard of Five Guys until one opened up down the street. I heard it was great, but haven't tried them yet. Last time I drove past it was dead-empty, though.
Posted By: klydon1

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/12/08 09:08 PM

 Originally Posted By: J Geoff
 Originally Posted By: klydon1
By the way, for burgers, does anyone ever go to 5 Guys Burgers and Fries?

I had never heard of Five Guys until one opened up down the street. I heard it was great, but haven't tried them yet. Last time I drove past it was dead-empty, though.


The menu is limited to burgers and fries (the boardwalk variety). They also have hot dogs on the menu, but I've never seen anyone order them. It's weird that it was dead...those places often have big lines wherever I see them.

When you order a burger there, make sure you have an appetite. ;\)
Posted By: pizzaboy

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/12/08 09:10 PM

Ya' hadda' bring up the boardwalk. Now Geoffy's gonna' go on a rant on how the Long Branch Boardwalk is the culinary capital of the northeast. \:p
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/12/08 09:19 PM

I do not like Applebees. I would much rather go to Chili's. I happen to have a really good Chili's near me, and they have terrific service. I almost always get the steak fajita quesadillas. The one time I ordered a steak there, it was overdone. Well, damn if the manager didn't personally come over, apologize, and replace it with a filet mignon.
Posted By: pizzaboy

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/12/08 09:22 PM

Yes, Chili's is good, but there are none in my area. There are a bunch in Florida, so once in awhile, I'll go when I'm down there.
Posted By: Don Cardi

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/12/08 09:54 PM

I've grown tired of these "upscale" fast food restaurants. Most of their foods are pre-cooked and overpriced. And most of the time the service sucks!

I realize that not all areas of the country have access to the mom and pop home cooking type restaurants or the authentic Italian restaurants that many big city folks are lucky to have, so places like Applebees, Chilli's, Olive Garden, etc. are really the only options available to them for certain kinds of foods.

Personally I'd rather go to a Diner for a steak and a local Italian restaurant for Italian food.

And if I want drinks, appetizers like wings, nachos and those kinds of pickies, there are several local places that make those things.

However, there are times when we go out with a bunch of friends and they decide that they want to go to an Applebees or Chilli's. And I'll go. They are not that horrible and if that's what the crowd wants to do, than I have no problem going. Those places do make excellent drinks and pretty good appetizers. But personally I'd rather go to Chilli's than Applebees.
Posted By: Mignon

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/12/08 10:01 PM

 Originally Posted By: Don Cardi
I realize that not all areas of the country have access to the mom and pop home cooking type restaurants or the authentic Italian restaurants that many big city folks are lucky to have, so places like Applebees, Chilli's, Olive Garden, etc. are really the only options available to them for certain kinds of foods.


And I am one of those unfortunate souls \:\(
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/12/08 10:02 PM

I really, really like Chili's Southwestern Egg Rolls and Chicken Crispers. Also, their spinach and artichoke dip is very good. As you know, I also enjoy Charlie Brown's.

Btw, my husband noticed that Mahogany Littleneck Clams from Maine were on sale this week. My mom picked up a bag of 50 today and is making linguini with clam sauce for us tonight.
Posted By: Don Cardi

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/12/08 10:06 PM

 Originally Posted By: Sicilian Babe
I really, really like Chili's Southwestern Egg Rolls and Chicken Crispers. Also, their spinach and artichoke dip is very good. As you know, I also enjoy Charlie Brown's.


I have to agree with you about those appetizers. They all are really good.

I ate at Charlie Brown's once and must admit that the t-bone steak that I had was good.
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/12/08 10:10 PM

Their salad bar is pretty good (yes, I know that I probably don't want to eat from a salad bar, but I don't care), and try their double cut prime rib. For $20, it's a great buy. Nice and tender and it's HUGE. I prefer prime rib on the bone anyway.
Posted By: J Geoff

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/12/08 10:15 PM

 Originally Posted By: Sicilian Babe
My mom picked up a bag of 50 today and is making linguini with clam sauce for us tonight.

I'll be there in an hour!
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/12/08 10:16 PM

 Originally Posted By: J Geoff
 Originally Posted By: Sicilian Babe
My mom picked up a bag of 50 today and is making linguini with clam sauce for us tonight.

I'll be there in an hour!


By what - helicopter???

The welcome mat is always out for you, sweetie.
Posted By: Don Cardi

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/12/08 10:17 PM

 Originally Posted By: J Geoff
 Originally Posted By: Sicilian Babe
My mom picked up a bag of 50 today and is making linguini with clam sauce for us tonight.

I'll be there in an hour!


Pick me up on the way Geoff!! I'll bring the wine!

....and the fresh cheesecake!
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/12/08 10:19 PM

 Originally Posted By: Don Cardi
....and the fresh cheesecake!


No frozen? \:\( ;\)
Posted By: Don Cardi

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/12/08 10:21 PM

 Originally Posted By: Sicilian Babe
 Originally Posted By: Don Cardi
....and the fresh cheesecake!


No frozen? \:\( ;\)


Save the frozen one for Mr. Babe ;\)
Posted By: Mignon

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/12/08 10:48 PM

Am I to far out of the way to be picked up Geoffy?
Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/13/08 07:59 PM

Just had an old favourite!

Spaghetti and meatballs.
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/13/08 08:13 PM

Even though it will be hard to top the clam sauce last night, we're going to try. I picked up a center cut pork roast, on the bone. I plan to roast it with the oven on convection, which really makes it juicy. I haven't decided on side dishes yet, but I guess I should get cracking!

For lunch, my daughters made me crepes today. They were great!
Posted By: pizzaboy

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/13/08 08:17 PM

Well, you gotta put some small red potatoes around the roast.

Maybe some glazed carrots. And I'm feeling a little spinach-ey tonight. And don't forget the MOTT'S apple sauce.
Posted By: Beth E

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/13/08 08:21 PM

I always feel very inferior when I come into this thread. Either that or I'm just plain lazy and don't like to cook.
Posted By: pizzaboy

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/13/08 08:24 PM

 Originally Posted By: Beth E
I always feel very inferior when I come into this thread. Either that or I'm just plain lazy and don't like to cook.


You're from friggin' Maryland, surely even you can boil crabs.
Posted By: Beth E

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/13/08 08:28 PM

 Originally Posted By: pizzaboy

You're from friggin' Maryland,


Quit reminding me. \:\)

You don't boil crabs, you steam them. \:p

And there's no crabs util May.
Posted By: pizzaboy

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/13/08 08:31 PM

Hey, don't forget, New York is quietly underrated for it's crabbing. I've made a few posts before on the subject. I grew up in the Bronx but spent endless summers crabbing in South Brooklyn and the Rockaways.

I know you steam crabs, I was just trying to keep it simple for you. \:p
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/13/08 08:34 PM

I don't like to put anything in the pan with a roast. Oh, and naturally I'll be making BROWN GRAVY.
Posted By: pizzaboy

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/13/08 08:38 PM

Well, then you can give the potatoes a boil, to par-cook 'em. Then when the you take the roast out to "rest," you can toss the potatoes with the drippings and roast them for just a little while. Not the healthiest dish, but delicious.
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/13/08 08:48 PM

Actually, since the oven's going to be on, maybe I'll do scalloped or au gratin.
Posted By: Mignon

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/13/08 09:03 PM

 Originally Posted By: Beth E
I always feel very inferior when I come into this thread. Either that or I'm just plain lazy and don't like to cook.


So do I.
Posted By: Don Cardi

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/13/08 09:19 PM

I just made and put up a Marinara SAUCE. Later on I'll boil some angel hair, grill some shrimps and put them in with the angel hair marinara. I'm also going to make the kids some Mozzarella Carozza as they've been asking me to make it for them for about a week now.
Posted By: J Geoff

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/13/08 10:04 PM

 Originally Posted By: pizzaboy
I grew up in the Bronx but spent endless summers crabbing in South Brooklyn and the Rockaways.

At least it's not from the Hudson River
Posted By: Beth E

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/13/08 10:38 PM

 Originally Posted By: J Geoff
 Originally Posted By: pizzaboy
I grew up in the Bronx but spent endless summers crabbing in South Brooklyn and the Rockaways.

At least it's not from the Hudson River


You know people actually crab and fish in the Back River here.

That probably wouldn't mean much except that's where the sewage treatment plant is.
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/13/08 10:58 PM

I know people who still fish in the Hudson. I guess they think they're getting something special when they catch a fish with three eyes.
Posted By: pizzaboy

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/13/08 11:58 PM

I made pizzas tonight. I gave up cheese for Lent, so I made kind of a Pizza Puttanesca, with fresh tomato, garlic, anchovies, calamata olives and capers, then drizzled with a little Colavita olive oil. I gotta say, It was outrageous.
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/14/08 01:06 AM

Sounds great, PB.

The pork roast came out nice and juicy. I ended up cubing some potatoes, seasoning them and just letting them brown in the oven. I also had some nice fresh cauliflower.
Posted By: Beth E

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/14/08 01:09 AM

That sounds good. Don't know if I could do a pizza without cheese though. To me that's sacrilegious.
Posted By: pizzaboy

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/14/08 01:09 AM

I LOVE cauliflower. After I steam it, I like to top it off with toasted bread crumbs, grated cheese, garlic and olive oil, then stick it under the broiler for color.
Posted By: Don Cardi

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/14/08 01:10 AM

 Originally Posted By: Sicilian Babe
I know people who still fish in the Hudson. I guess they think they're getting something special when they catch a fish with three eyes.


About a year and a half ago I began seeing a lot of people, especially oriental people, fishing in the Hudson outside of my old building. I heard that the fish were starting to come back into the Hudson again. Not that I would fish there myself or knowingly eat a fish from there.
Posted By: Capo de La Cosa Nostra

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/14/08 02:40 AM

http://www.gangsterbb.net/threads/ubbthreads.php?ubb=showflat&Number=472645&page=1#Post472645

I shoulda taken a photo.
Posted By: Mignon

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/14/08 02:54 AM

 Originally Posted By: Sicilian Babe
I know people who still fish in the Hudson. I guess they think they're getting something special when they catch a fish with three eyes.


Sounds like the fish that comes out of Lake Erie.
Posted By: klydon1

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/14/08 03:46 AM

 Originally Posted By: Capo de La Cosa Nostra
http://www.gangsterbb.net/threads/ubbthreads.php?ubb=showflat&Number=472645&page=1#Post472645

I shoulda taken a photo.


That's a pretty impressive recipe. You truly are a Renaissance man.
Posted By: J Geoff

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/14/08 07:43 AM

 Originally Posted By: pizzaboy
I made pizzas tonight. I gave up cheese for Lent, so I made kind of a Pizza Puttanesca,...

First off, whore pizza ...w/o cheese?

I don't think that's considered pizza any more

Secondly...
 Originally Posted By: pizzaboy
I LOVE cauliflower. After I steam it, I like to top it off with toasted bread crumbs, grated cheese, garlic and olive oil, then stick it under the broiler for color.

You love it so much that you have to cover it up with all those ingredients? It does sound great, don't get me wrong -- but if you love it, just eat it. ;\)

I do. I love it raw best. Or steamed, w/o the "extras" most of the time ;\)
Posted By: SC

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/14/08 11:50 AM

I hate to admit it, but I made sausage and peppers again.

Its so damned good.
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/14/08 12:09 PM

The deli near my office makes great sausage and peppers. For $4.50, you get a lovely mix of sausage, peppers and onions on a club roll. They even throw in a little bag of chips. How do you say no to that??
Posted By: Longneck

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/14/08 07:13 PM

Had Lucerzia for dinner last night with my wife.

I got the meat special #2 (different specials every day) which was a 4oz filet, italian sausage, and chicken. Roasted potatoes and veggies. Absolutely wonderful. $20.

and 2 lemon vodka tonics...
Posted By: JRCX

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/15/08 05:38 AM

Pigs in blankets, 3 different dipping mustards to mix it up, (I'm crazy like that) and potato latkes... yes, all frozen appetizer foods since I was in sit-downs in south jersey all day and just wanted to come home to some guilty pleasures and not have to cook... did i mention the Peroni Beer & Godiva Martinis? Oh, i didnt.. in that case, add a few watermelon martinis to that as well (-;
Posted By: J Geoff

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/15/08 06:19 AM

 Originally Posted By: JRCX
sit-downs in south jersey all day

...and you don't call me? I see how it is. \:\/
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/15/08 08:28 PM

Friday is takeout night in my house, and that's become quite the challenge for Lent. I think our only choices are pizza or Chinese. What to do??
Posted By: pizzaboy

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/15/08 08:48 PM

Shrimp and broccoli, vegetable fried rice, egg drop soup. ;\)
Posted By: klydon1

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/15/08 08:52 PM

On my way home from work on Fridays when I'm in the Scranton office, I stop at this neighborhood bar in the small town of Dupont to pick up pizza to bring home. It's near where my in-laws live, and the pizza is quite unigue. It's square, but not Sicilian, with a hearty mixture of cheese. It's sold on evenings from Wednesday to Saturday. The place is always busy, especially at Lent, and the old Polish women, who work in the kitchen, which you have to enter to pick up the pizza, are always complaining.

It's really not the prettiest looking pizza, but it is delicious. That's on the menu tonight at our house.

I'm betting that maybe MaryCas or his wife has heard of this place, Cebula's.
Posted By: pizzaboy

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/15/08 08:57 PM

 Originally Posted By: klydon1

It's really not the prettiest looking pizza, but it is delicious.



Some of the best pizzas I've ever had weren't that pretty. The fancy educated folks call it "rustic."
Posted By: SC

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/15/08 09:11 PM

 Originally Posted By: klydon1
It's square, but not Sicilian, with a hearty mixture of cheese.


Grandma pizza??
Posted By: Capo de La Cosa Nostra

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/15/08 11:38 PM

http://www.gangsterbb.net/threads/ubbthreads.php?ubb=showflat&Number=473153&page=0#Post473153
Posted By: Longneck

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/16/08 12:21 AM

 Originally Posted By: Longneck
Had Lucerzia for dinner last night with my wife.

I got the meat special #2 (different specials every day) which was a 4oz filet, italian sausage, and chicken. Roasted potatoes and veggies. Absolutely wonderful. $20.

and 2 lemon vodka tonics...


They had the meat special again today, so I got that and cream of roasted yellow peppers soup with spinach and carrots and chicken breasts. Holy fuck it was awesome soup. I got 2 orders to go!

Spent $100 on lunch today.
Posted By: Capo de La Cosa Nostra

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/16/08 12:57 AM

 Originally Posted By: Longneck
Spent $100 on lunch today.

Jesus!
Posted By: Mignon

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/16/08 02:07 AM

I hope it was worth it ;\)
Posted By: Longneck

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/16/08 04:36 AM

 Originally Posted By: Mignon
I hope it was worth it ;\)


Well worth it!
Posted By: J Geoff

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/16/08 05:27 AM

 Originally Posted By: Sicilian Babe
Friday is takeout night in my house, and that's become quite the challenge for Lent. I think our only choices are pizza or Chinese. What to do??

I ordered a "the works" pizza tonight forgetting (AGAIN!) that it's Friday. \:\/

I have absolutely no problem abstaining from eating meat - I just keep forgetting.
Posted By: klydon1

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/16/08 06:56 AM

 Originally Posted By: SC
 Originally Posted By: klydon1
It's square, but not Sicilian, with a hearty mixture of cheese.


Grandma pizza??


Not familiar with this term, but it's made by grandmas, I'm sure.
Posted By: SC

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/16/08 07:00 AM

 Originally Posted By: klydon1
 Originally Posted By: SC
 Originally Posted By: klydon1
It's square, but not Sicilian, with a hearty mixture of cheese.

Grandma pizza??

Not familiar with this term, but it's made by grandmas, I'm sure.


Its a "style" similar to what you described. Here's a pic:

Posted By: klydon1

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/16/08 12:24 PM

That's what I thought. We get the pre-made dough balls and make something very similar to that. Cebula's looks pretty similar to that too.

Thank you, SC.

My grandmother often made a cheesebread like that.
Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/16/08 07:32 PM

 Originally Posted By: SC
I hate to admit it, but I made sausage and peppers again.

Its so damned good.


One of my favourites too SC
Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/16/08 07:35 PM

Had home made steak and ale pie tonight but i am at work later so i will be treating myself to some midnight Chinese food \:\)

Chicken fried rice sounds favoutite!
Posted By: klydon1

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/17/08 12:19 AM

Family dinner tonight was strip steaks on the grill, salad, green beans and a medley of sauteed peppers, carrots and zuchini that my wife made.
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/17/08 02:12 AM

Sausage, onion rings, rice and green beans. I was really not in the mood to cook, but it was too cold to go out. I made the sausage in the oven, because it was also too cold to grill outside. I prefer it cooked on the grill, so it was merely OK for me.
Posted By: Mignon

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/17/08 03:13 AM

Green beans out of your garden SB?
Posted By: JRCX

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/17/08 04:33 AM

Growing up Friday was always homemade pizza night... never any meat... i think its an old school thing, they abstained from meat even if not lent...

Well, tonight my brother turned half a century old, so I took him out to delposto.com -- I have to say I was really overwhelmed... not just by the check but the food... lol... its owners are lidia, mario batali & joe bastianich (lidia's son)... they truly are culinary royalty and this was probably the very best meals I've ever had... sorry to brag, but i paid the price, so i had to, but also because experiences like this are literally a handful in a lifetime lol... my only negative comment was a bit much on the sea salt in most of the dishes... im still drinking water and parched (-:
Posted By: J Geoff

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/17/08 05:37 AM


Too much salt kills everything, so sorry to hear it. \:\/ You would think it'd be the best -- and I'm sure it was still damn good! -- but too much salt ruins it for me, too...
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/17/08 06:28 PM

JR, I've eaten at Becco, which is also a Bastianich restaurant. It's wonderful, so I can imagine how good your dinner was. But you didn't tell us what you ate!! How can you brag about a great meal, and then not tell us what you had? Unfair!
Posted By: pizzaboy

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/17/08 06:36 PM

Ditto!

What'd you have?

Felidia, which is on 58th Street, is a favorite of mine. I'm attenting a Christening there in April.
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/17/08 06:39 PM

Both the lemon chicken and the steak, and both were out of this world. Also, that wine list of theirs is fantastic, and pretty cheap, too. I've always wanted to try the pasta special, but never have.
Posted By: pizzaboy

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/17/08 06:42 PM

I had pear ravioli last time I was there, as an appetizer.

My Dad was with me, and he looked at me like I was nuts.

Then he grudgingly tried a bite, and ended up ordering some for himself!

Thick headed Calabrese....
Posted By: JRCX

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/18/08 02:56 AM

Well, its more like what didn't I eat?? I had the lamb crudo with mussels, deliscious, then we had the "Tris" 3 tastes of pasta -- buffalo ricotta ravioli, squid ink pasta with seafood (baby mussels, cockels, shrimp, scallop, etc), and the last was lambs neck sasuage ragu with "little ears" orriecetta (dont remember how to spell it now), then I had the venison, I took a chance, because my friends hunt and I never cared for it, but its not something you ever really see on the menu... it was out of this world, more like filet mignon... on a bed of rice, roasted cabbage. My brother had the stripped bass, and while I normally favor fish, i definitely made the better choice.

Now, its sunday, I traditionally have macaroni, pasta, spaghetti, whatever, but there was no way I was going to top last nite's dinner. So, i went in the other direction, after watching FoodTV's Diners Drive ins & Dives, i went to hackensack for a "White Manna Burger", they have supposedly been there for like 70 years and rival the White Castle, place was packed, and overall, I have to say the White Castle is the better burger, if there were a way to "merge" the 2, it would be great, but the White Manna starts with FRESH ground beef, not froze, there is more meat, and they take onion slices and mash them into the patties and serve on an egg dough roll. Too much bread, the onions get burned and have a funny taste, but the meat is of better quality, but too dry because they mash the hell out of it on the grill... so there's my take on it lol: Del Posto A+ / White Manna Burger C+ but keep in mind there is a $300 difference in price between the two LMAO (-:
Posted By: Santino Brasi

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/18/08 07:52 AM

For Dinner last night I had Sausage and peppers (Hot Italian sausage and a medley of Pepperoncini, Corno Di Toro Rossa, Corno Di Toro Yellow, Golden Marconi, Red Marconi, Purple Marconi, and Carmen peppers) all grown in special climate controlled boxes in my garden. (Except for the Pepperocini, I have them shipped here) and I had stuffed portobello mushroom caps


Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/18/08 12:42 PM

JR, It sounds great. I love venison if it's cooked properly. We have a lovely place near us that makes excellent venison. However, the place is in a wooded setting, and you often see deer strolling around the grounds while you're eating, so that can ruin the experience for you.
Posted By: Sicilian1

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/18/08 01:46 PM

I am planning on going to the NY Auto Show like I do every year the last week of March. We ussually take the train in from New Haven and make a day of it. We always go to dinner at Tony's Di Napoli in Times Square. I love that place. I have never had a bad meal there and the prices are very reasonable.
Just wondering what other restaurants similar to Tony's and same area would be worth trying out. Going with a few other people, so wanted to offer them an alternative.
Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/18/08 03:26 PM



Chicken fried rice sounds favoutite![/quote]

Actually i had stir fried beef in black bean sauce with green peppers!
Very nice it was as well!
Posted By: Don Cardi

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/18/08 10:27 PM

 Originally Posted By: Sicilian1
I am planning on going to the NY Auto Show like I do every year the last week of March. We ussually take the train in from New Haven and make a day of it. We always go to dinner at Tony's Di Napoli in Times Square. I love that place. I have never had a bad meal there and the prices are very reasonable.
Just wondering what other restaurants similar to Tony's and same area would be worth trying out. Going with a few other people, so wanted to offer them an alternative.


If you're looking for a family style restaurant, something similar to Tony DiNapoli's then I suggest

CARMINE'S FAMILY STYLE ITALIAN
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/19/08 01:27 AM

Carmine's is a fun place, crowded and noisy. The portions are huge, as are their martinis. The food is certainly good.

Actually, if you're going to the one in the 40's, it's more sedate than the one in the 90's.
Posted By: JRCX

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/19/08 05:41 AM

Hi SicilianBabe... the whole venison thing was curious because the FDA does not regulate "game meats" (?) so I am wondering how they can serve it, obviously restaurants of high quality won't have a problem but just dont know the food laws. You are absolutely right, it has to be cooked and cooked right, and it must be rare. When my friend makes venison burgers, they mix it with pork for moisture/fat/flavor, otherwise its just gamey and dry. Ever hear of exoticmeats.com ? check it out, i've never ordered from them, unless you want to spend just as much on meat as you do postage, its not worthwhile.

Tonite, had a biz meeting... went to a tavern in Madison NJ... had the pulled bbq pork sandwich with sweet potato fries... the pork was excellent, tender, just not crazy about the extra tangy bbq sauce... sweet potato fries were good, not soggy or mushy but crisp... Tomorrow night I hope to have the time/luxury of cooking again, which is what i really love, just not sure if it will be pasta and/or seafood.
Posted By: Mignon

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/19/08 01:03 PM

Hi JR.

It's nice to see you posting again. \:\)
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/19/08 02:46 PM

JR, When you have a chance, check out the dinner menu. The food and service are wonderful at this place. The chef, Peter X. Kelly, has become something of a celebrity.

I've eaten in three of his restaurants. He closed one last year and opened a new one in Yonkers, New York, but I haven't been there yet. Restaurant X Dinner Menu
Posted By: Mignon

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/19/08 10:56 PM

Lasagna

SB, I like that name Restaurant X.
Posted By: JRCX

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/20/08 04:12 AM

Thanx for the "welcome back" Mignon... I had to go to the mattresses for a bit... LOL... SB, how far are you from the Palisades Mall??
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/20/08 12:28 PM

Not far at all. Horrible place, though. Just like all the other crusty, curmudgeonly locals, I avoid it all costs.
Posted By: Longneck

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/20/08 05:08 PM

Red Dragon

A Chinese place the wife and I just discovered, it's awesome. I get the spicy garlic chicken with pork fried rice.

The best fried rice I've ever had was at a Japanese Steakhouse in Terre Haute. Ichiban.
Posted By: Don Cardi

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/20/08 05:55 PM

 Originally Posted By: Longneck
Red Dragon

A Chinese place the wife and I just discovered, it's awesome.


Is this their signature dish? :




;\)

I've been dying for Chinese food.
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/20/08 05:59 PM

We just had Chinese on Friday night, but after watching The Godfather, especially the scene just before Michael leaves to meet Sollozzo, I've been craving Lo Mein.
Posted By: SC

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/20/08 06:13 PM

 Originally Posted By: Sicilian Babe
We just had Chinese on Friday night, but after watching The Godfather, especially the scene just before Michael leaves to meet Sollozzo, I've been craving Lo Mein.


Make some spaghetti and eat it with chopsticks.
Posted By: klydon1

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/20/08 06:33 PM

 Originally Posted By: Sicilian Babe
We just had Chinese on Friday night, but after watching The Godfather, especially the scene just before Michael leaves to meet Sollozzo, I've been craving Lo Mein.


I always crave lo mein during that scene too...until McCluskey gets his veal.
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/20/08 06:40 PM

 Originally Posted By: SC
 Originally Posted By: Sicilian Babe
We just had Chinese on Friday night, but after watching The Godfather, especially the scene just before Michael leaves to meet Sollozzo, I've been craving Lo Mein.


Make some spaghetti and eat it with chopsticks.


Just for the sarcasm, I am NOT washing your whites any more.
Posted By: pizzaboy

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/20/08 06:54 PM

After all these years, my favorite is STILL the good old number 1, chicken chow mein combo.

It's not the fanciest, but I think it's one of the tastiest.
Posted By: Mignon

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/20/08 07:01 PM

My fav is Beef and Broccoli pork fried rice and a egg roll.
Posted By: pizzaboy

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/20/08 07:05 PM

My favorite appetizer is crab rangoons.
Posted By: Mignon

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/20/08 07:32 PM

My favorite appetizer is Cheese fries.(I know it's not Chinese)
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/20/08 07:42 PM

I think of Cheese fries as more of a side dish than an appetizer.

My favorite appetizer is carpaccio, or perhaps foie gras.

With Chinese, I love scallion pancakes and fried won tons. I also like steak satay. Or maybe cold noodles in sesame sauce. And of course there's shrimp toast.

I happen to love appetizers, if you can't tell.
Posted By: klydon1

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/20/08 08:11 PM

For me it's steamed dumplings, won ton soup and mu shu pork. Or sometimes kung pao. George likes spicy chicken.
Posted By: Don Cardi

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/20/08 08:34 PM

 Originally Posted By: Sicilian Babe


With Chinese, I love fried won tons.


I love the fried Wontons in my soup. My favorite chinese appetizer is probably Dim Sum. I also love a Roast Pork bun. Not many local chinese restaruants make them. The best place to get them used to be chinatown. I used to go to chinatown quite a bit years ago, but these days you wouldn't catch me eating in chinatown. It's gotten really skeevy!

Some of my favorite chinese dishes are Roast Pork in mushroom and oyster sauce, butterfly shrimps wrapped in bacon and sauteed onions, Filet Mignon steak kew, Moo Shu Pork and pan seared chicken in brown sauce. Come to think of it I like most chinese dishes.

 Originally Posted By: pizzaboy
After all these years, my favorite is STILL the good old number 1, chicken chow mein combo.

It's not the fanciest, but I think it's one of the tastiest.


But every once in a while, like you PB, I get the urge for just a traditional chinese dinner of either traditional Chicken Chow Mein or Egg Foo Young, spare ribs and an egg roll.

PB, do you remember in the old fashioned Chinese restaurants, when you would order a combination, they would serve them in those portioned style dishes that had seperate areas for each kind of food?

My mouth is begining to water now.
Posted By: pizzaboy

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/20/08 08:47 PM

Of course, DC.

I even remember asking for bread at the Hong Kong Gardens.
Posted By: Don Cardi

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/20/08 08:49 PM

 Originally Posted By: pizzaboy
Of course, DC.

I even remember asking for bread at the Hong Kong Gardens.


Yeah, but can you tell what time it is by the smell of what's cooking?
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/20/08 09:27 PM

Mr. Babe and I eat eat in Chinatown once in a while, although not as often since my brother moved from Battery Park. Wo Hop is still reliable, old-fashioned food. Their won ton soup is the best, with thin, delicious pasta instead of that thick glop that you can get. And it comes in a tureen that's easily enough for 3 or more to share. Last time we were there, I had the Seafood Bird's Nest, and it was fresh, light and delicious.
Posted By: Don Cardi

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/20/08 10:06 PM

 Originally Posted By: Sicilian Babe


Wo Hop is still reliable, old-fashioned food. Their won ton soup is the best, with thin, delicious pasta instead of that thick glop that you can get.


That used to be one of the places that I frequented. Still there huh? And still good? I used to love their Steak and Broccoli. Not beef and broccoli mind you, but Steak and Broccoli! They would get mad if you called it beef and broccoli. :ll: They were always one of the best down there.

We used to also go to a place that was right across the street from the Police Station. I can't recall the name of it. They made a fantastic salted shrimp appetizer!
Posted By: Mignon

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/20/08 10:35 PM

For dinner I had Rigatoni w/broccoli& chicken
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/20/08 11:08 PM

Wo Hop is still there and still good. It's been there for ages. We used to also eat at Ping's, which is also on Mott, but I hear it's not that great any more.
Posted By: Don Cardi

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/20/08 11:57 PM

I had macaroni with shrimp and zucchini for dinner.
Posted By: chopper

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/20/08 11:59 PM

Salmon salad,home made by my mum she did well

i was impressed
Posted By: Longneck

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/21/08 01:24 AM

You can always tell when my wife is working....uh so far tonight I've had potato chips and dip!
Posted By: JRCX

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/21/08 04:21 AM

Hey SB, just trying to get a reference point for where Rest X is from the Mall, its about an hour from me, and maybe I can bring a date (so I am not the 3rd wheel) and meet up with you and your hubby at that place? It would be nice to see you guys again! I have to check it out so maybe we can do it one sunday??

As for dinner, I tried to remember/recreate a dish I haven't made since the previous century: Lobster in Pink Cream Cognac Sauce w/Risotto Cakes. I haven't bought any French products since 2001, but now that they have a new president who isnt even french but VERY much US friendly, I bought a bottle of cognac to make the dish, not the same, but i have a pic if anyone knows how to post it here.

As for Chinese food, its all good, the only thing I don't like is seafood fried rice -- they use "sea legs" and uncleaned mini "shrimps", other than that I probably like everything on any chinese menu lol. The best place I know of in Jersey is Mr. Chu's on Rt. 10 in East Hanover -- if it doesnt ring a bell, its across from the Novartis Pharmaceudical Building. Why should that ring a bell? Its where LSD was invented, thats your underworld trivia for today lol.
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/21/08 04:22 PM

It's probably about 15 minutes from the mall. I heard that their Sunday brunch is very nice. They bring a variety of tastings to your table. I've been to the brunch at his Putnam location that is now closed, where he did something similar. It was very, very good.

They also used to do a Hudson Valley Supper, with all the food and wines coming from the Hudson Valley, on Sunday afternoons at the Congers location, but they stopped it once they began to offer brunch.
Posted By: Sicilian1

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/21/08 06:16 PM

I was watching one of the food channels last night and they talked about the hamburger. They said one of the best made hamburgers is at Old Homestead Steakhouse in NY. It's made with Kobe beef and is supposed to be out of this world. It should be for $41 bucks. Anybody ever been there? How is it?
Posted By: pizzaboy

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/21/08 06:29 PM

I've been to the Old Homestead a bunch of times but never had the burger. I think it's kind of ridiculous, to tell you the truth. It is, however, one of my favorite steakhouses.

I think Jackson Hole makes the best burger in the city, and it's less than $10.
Posted By: Don Cardi

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/21/08 06:54 PM

 Originally Posted By: Sicilian1
I was watching one of the food channels last night and they talked about the hamburger. They said one of the best made hamburgers is at Old Homestead Steakhouse in NY. It's made with Kobe beef and is supposed to be out of this world. It should be for $41 bucks. Anybody ever been there? How is it?


I also have been to the Old Homestead many times. In fact I was recently there back in December. It was excellent. The Stuffed broiled Lobster, the Porterhouse, the sides and their Super Jumbo Shrimps are just delicious.

I've never had the burger either. I believe that the $41 Kobe burger is the small burger and that they have a bigger burger for something like $100+!!! Kind of ridiculous if you ask me. I think the whole Kobe meat thing is overrated as well as over priced. Another stupid "rich boy" trend if you ask me.


Well anyway, tonight I'll be making some nice Filet Mignons. Anyone want to buy some? I massage the filets in olive oil, by hand, and only charge $75 a peice! I'm thinking of calling it Cardi beef!
Posted By: SC

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/21/08 08:04 PM

There's a decent steakhouse out here on the Island that Lori and I went to twice. They had Kobe beef hamburgers and they were absolutely awesome!!
Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/21/08 09:12 PM

Pork steaks,potatoes and green beans!
Posted By: pizzaboy

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/21/08 09:15 PM

Tonight I'm rewarding my good cholesterol with porterhouse steak and barbecued shrimp.
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/21/08 09:55 PM

I'm making a meatloaf. I hate meatloaf. I just can't think of anything else to make. By Thursday, the "what should I make tonight" juices are all used up. I really don't mind cooking, but I wish something would just jump out of the freezer and yell COOK ME!!
Posted By: J Geoff

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/21/08 10:46 PM


Linguine w/ White Clam sauce at the restaurant/diner next to the laundromat that ONLY senior citizens eat at (apparently). It wasn't too bad, actually -- and I felt like a young pup in there!
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/21/08 11:12 PM

Laundry and Linguine. I think that we have the makings of a fine business there, my boy!!! I'll wash the clothes, PB can cook, you can be the host, SC will tell the jokes, DC will be the guy who everyone slips money to in order to get their clothes faster or whiter or maybe a better table away from the fabric softener, TIS makes sure everyone's content (How's your pasta? Did you ever have such soft, fluffy towels?), and Beth can be the bouncer.

We need a wait staff and some folders, though. Any volunteers?
Posted By: pizzaboy

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/21/08 11:17 PM

I'm in!

How do would you like that, red or white?
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/21/08 11:19 PM

We offer both!
Posted By: J Geoff

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/21/08 11:22 PM


As long as you can get the red stains out \:D
Posted By: pizzaboy

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/21/08 11:22 PM



Posted By: Mignon

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/21/08 11:39 PM

I'm good at folding towels. And if you are nice to me and give me a nice tip I'll even put the creases in your pants.
Posted By: Longneck

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/22/08 02:42 AM

 Originally Posted By: Mignon
I'm good at folding towels. And if you are nice to me and give me a nice tip I'll even put the creases in your pants.


Posted By: JRCX

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/22/08 04:39 AM

Hey SB, i'd be up for sunday brunch... not sure about this weekend with the weather mess... but definitely up for it, anyone else interested in meeting up in that area??

As for the Old Homestead, its ironically across the street from Del Posto where I was last Saturday... (around 14th street & 10th ave) i heard its really good also. Not sure about $41 for a burger, the place "21" had a $21 burger... that was years ago. Even in Vegas at the top of the Stratosphere (which I believe is taller than the Empire State Building and rotates a full 360degrees in an hour giving you a view of Area 51, etc), their kobe burger was $16 if memory serves me correctly. THAT was the best burger I ever had, what I can tell you for sure is for 3 of us lunch was roughly $100 with drinks and dessert. So, I really cannot see the justification for a $41 burger even if you have the money to blow. How much is it with fries?? lol.

As for tonite's dinner, had asparagus & penne pasta in garlic & olive oil, and, some bone marrow on toast... beef isnt as tasty as the veal bone marrow \:\)
Posted By: J Geoff

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/22/08 06:01 AM


Here we go again......

Besides the FACT that there are NO *REAL* KOBE burgers in the USA... *sigh*... let me just remind everyone that quality has NOTHING to do with PRICE. And, the FACT that there's no *real* (official) Kobe in the US unless you're prepared to pay $100+ for a BURGER while living in The Freshman during some clandestine illegal dinner... So stuff it already. \:p

"Kobe-Style" a.k.a. Wagyu -- is NOT TRUE Kobe! \:p

Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/22/08 01:13 PM

As I was reading JR's post, I was wondering how long it would take JG to hop on that particular Kobe beef bandwagon.

Mig, you're welcome to fold at Linguine and Laundry. And, JG, I haven't met a stain yet that I can't get out, as long as the clothes haven't been dried (that is the secret, you know. The stain will eventually come out, as long as you don't put the item in the dryer before it's completely removed and it's entirely possible that I am far too obsessed with this subject).
Posted By: Don Cardi

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/22/08 03:28 PM

 Originally Posted By: J Geoff

Linguine w/ White Clam sauce at the restaurant/diner next to the laundromat that ONLY senior citizens eat at (apparently). It wasn't too bad, actually -- and I felt like a young pup in there!


Geoff, you ate Linguine with Clam sauce for dinner last night (Thursday)? Now don't let me see you post that you ate a steak or a burger tonight! You should have saved the linguine and clam sauce dinner for tonight! ;\)


 Originally Posted By: J Geoff

Here we go again......

Besides the FACT that there are NO *REAL* KOBE burgers in the USA... *sigh*... let me just remind everyone that quality has NOTHING to do with PRICE. And, the FACT that there's no *real* (official) Kobe in the US unless you're prepared to pay $100+ for a BURGER while living in The Freshman during some clandestine illegal dinner... So stuff it already. \:p

\:p




Thank you Don Malta!
Posted By: Sicilian1

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/22/08 04:00 PM

My wife has been ordering stuff from Omaha Steaks and at first I wasn't impressed, but ship has been ordering a variety of things from them. I guess the more you order the better the discount? They have some pretty good selections. Their hot dogs are awesome and the have a great stuffed bread. Has anyone else bought from them? What are your thoughts,does it really save you money?
Posted By: SC

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/22/08 04:14 PM

 Originally Posted By: Sicilian1
Has anyone else bought from them? What are your thoughts,does it really save you money?


One of their stores is a few miles away from me. I've tried their steaks and hamburgers, and wasn't totally thrilled (although they're not bad). If you get the stuff when they have a sale its not too bad, although they are generally over-priced (IMO).
Posted By: klydon1

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/22/08 05:08 PM

 Originally Posted By: SC
 Originally Posted By: Sicilian1
Has anyone else bought from them? What are your thoughts,does it really save you money?


One of their stores is a few miles away from me. I've tried their steaks and hamburgers, and wasn't totally thrilled (although they're not bad). If you get the stuff when they have a sale its not too bad, although they are generally over-priced (IMO).


I agree they are overpriced. I've bought the filets on a few occasions when they were offering deals. They were good, but no better than the ones I could get locally. I get emails from them regularly, but don't often buy from them.

I never had their hot dogs. I'm sure they're very good.
Posted By: Sicilian1

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/22/08 05:26 PM

Ya,I'm starting to accumulate those big styrofoam cooler's they send the stuff in. Maybe I can build myself an Igloo.
Posted By: J Geoff

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/22/08 05:36 PM

 Originally Posted By: Don Cardi
You should have saved the linguine and clam sauce dinner for tonight! ;\)
I actually did save half of it -- maybe I won't forget to abstain today! ;\)

 Originally Posted By: Don Cardi
Now don't let me see you post that you ate a steak or a burger tonight!
Well, no promises if I happen to come across a Kobe burger..... ;\)
Posted By: Don Cardi

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/22/08 05:40 PM

 Originally Posted By: Sicilian1
My wife has been ordering stuff from Omaha Steaks and at first I wasn't impressed, but ship has been ordering a variety of things from them. I guess the more you order the better the discount? They have some pretty good selections. Their hot dogs are awesome and the have a great stuffed bread. Has anyone else bought from them? What are your thoughts,does it really save you money?


This past summer I recieved a cooler full of Omaha products as a gift from someone.

I really enjoyed their burgers and their hotdogs. Their burgers were really juicy and the hot dogs have an excellent taste to them, especially when BBQed. Their Potatoes au Gratin are awesome.

As for the steaks, specifically the filet mignons, I was really disappointed in them. I thought that they were on the tuff side and lacked taste.
Posted By: Mignon

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/22/08 05:50 PM

 Originally Posted By: Don Cardi
As for the steaks, specifically the filet mignons, I was really disappointed in them. I thought that they were on the tuff side and lacked taste.


Was it the steak or was it the chef who cooked them? \:p ;\) \:D
Posted By: Don Cardi

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/22/08 06:43 PM

I've been invited out to Dinner tonight to a place that several of us here on the BB went to one time for one of our get togethers. I know that Signor Vitelli loved the dish that I will most likely order tonight ;

Tortellini Baronessa. I think that Vitelli picked up the dish when all the tortellini was gone, and drank the Baronessa sauce that was left in it! And I don't blame him! It's simply out of this world!

While all of their food is good, their Baronessa is my favorite dish.
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/22/08 06:50 PM

I've never had Omaha Steaks, but we did buy steaks for my mother-in-law and her husband once for Christmas. She was rather disappointed and said that they were rather chewy. She said that the packaging was rather nice, though.

I called them to let them know, and they refunded my money, less taxes and shipping (which was almost as much as the steaks themselves), which is the sign of a quality company.

JG, don't feel bad. We made a huge breakfast this morning and I indulged in bacon, ham and sausage. I totally forgot that it was Friday.
Posted By: pizzaboy

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/22/08 06:53 PM

I have some blue crabs in the freezer form last summer. I'm gonna make a nice crab sauce tonight with linguini.
Posted By: Don Cardi

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/22/08 06:56 PM

 Originally Posted By: pizzaboy
I have some blue crabs in the freezer form last summer.


Caught off of the Manahattan Beach side of Sheepshead Bay? \:p
Posted By: pizzaboy

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/22/08 06:57 PM

Long Branch, NJ!

They're from my trip last summer to see my aunt.
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/22/08 06:58 PM

They make great sauce. I remember my grandmother bought a whole basket of them one summer. They got out in the kitchen and were running all over the kitchen chasing my dog. She then told me that she once bought lobsters after work and was bringing them home on the train when they got out of the bag and were running all over the place. Can you imagine lobsters loose on a NYC subway car???
Posted By: pizzaboy

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/22/08 07:03 PM

 Originally Posted By: Sicilian Babe
Can you imagine lobsters loose on a NYC subway car???


Well, from having ridden in the subway just about every day of my adult life, I hate to say, yes.
Posted By: Don Cardi

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/22/08 07:14 PM

 Originally Posted By: pizzaboy
 Originally Posted By: Sicilian Babe
Can you imagine lobsters loose on a NYC subway car???




I've seen and smelled worse in a NYC subway car! A lobster would have been a treat!
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/22/08 07:31 PM

My grandmother said that the car was so crowded that she couldn't chase them, and they were scuttling around nipping at people. That must have been some sight.
Posted By: JRCX

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/23/08 02:39 AM

LMAO I was waiting for that too... you gotta get over it Don Malta, just like there is no such thing as American Champagne, thats FRENCH law not US law... so you call it wagu or kobe or whatever you want, but the rest of us know what we were talking about... d-:
Posted By: J Geoff

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/23/08 07:20 AM


...and your smilies are backwards. \:p

Call it whatever you want. I'm sure American ranchers don't massage their cattle like the Japanese do (which is bizarre enough, but still... lol)

 Originally Posted By: J Geoff
 Originally Posted By: Don Cardi
You should have saved the linguine and clam sauce dinner for tonight! ;\)
I actually did save half of it -- maybe I won't forget to abstain today! ;\)

 Originally Posted By: Don Cardi
Now don't let me see you post that you ate a steak or a burger tonight!
Well, no promises if I happen to come across a Kobe burger..... ;\)

I screwed up again. Unbelievable! \:\/
Posted By: SC

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/23/08 08:46 AM

 Originally Posted By: Sicilian Babe
Can you imagine lobsters loose on a NYC subway car???


I knew a guy who once caught crabs from a subway seat.
Posted By: SC

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/23/08 09:06 AM

Had pizza for dinner. \:\(

Broke the diet in half.

My job ordered about 50 pies for the intrepid workers who made it in to work (after the snowstorm). I ended up taking one home (there was so much left over). I have no fucking willpower. \:\(
Posted By: J Geoff

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/23/08 09:07 AM


NYC Subways are great when they work... but when something goes wrong and you're about to miss your bus... -- I never thought of STDs or pregnancy before, but -- fuggedaboutit! lol
Posted By: SC

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/23/08 09:12 AM

I got groped once on the subway. (True story). I can't even describe the initial feeling of sexual excitement that ran through my body when I realized what was going on. It was very crowded and I was stunned that this was happening to me. Then I realized I was surrounded by only guys.

\:\(
Posted By: J Geoff

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/23/08 09:12 AM

 Originally Posted By: SC
I ended up taking one home (there was so much left over). I have no fucking willpower. \:\(

If I had any willpower whatsoever, I'd be in bed right now. \:\/

I fucked up every (all 3 so far) Lenten Fridays...

When buddies are over it's always bad news: 30-pack of White Castles.... an (awesome!) cheesesteak pizza... whatever shit I have in my freezer, whatever... I'm on the short course. \:\/
Posted By: J Geoff

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/23/08 09:13 AM

 Originally Posted By: SC
I got groped once on the subway. (True story). I can't even describe the initial feeling of sexual excitement that ran through my body when I realized what was going on. It was very crowded and I was stunned that this was happening to me. Then I realized I was surrounded by only guys.

\:\(

At this point, I'd be flattered...... \:\/ lol
Posted By: SC

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/23/08 09:14 AM

 Originally Posted By: J Geoff
When buddies are over it's always bad news: 30-pack of White Castles.... an (awesome!) cheesesteak pizza... whatever shit I have in my freezer, whatever... I'm on the short course.


(still waiting for my invitation)
Posted By: SC

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/23/08 09:15 AM

 Originally Posted By: J Geoff
At this point, I'd be flattered......


I was. But they were UGLY guys.
Posted By: J Geoff

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/23/08 09:16 AM

 Originally Posted By: SC
(still waiting for my invitation)

You don't need an invitation! But if you're looking to get healthy, stay a-way! \:\/
Posted By: SC

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/23/08 09:18 AM

I've given up trying to be healthy. I just wanna be thin.

(I'll only eat a dozen belly bombers).
Posted By: J Geoff

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/23/08 09:19 AM


C'mon down then!

(But you won't get thinner, either) \:\/
Posted By: SC

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/23/08 09:20 AM

 Originally Posted By: J Geoff
C'mon down then!

(But you won't get thinner, either)


Why?? You don't drink diet-vodka??
Posted By: J Geoff

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/23/08 09:22 AM


I added (healthful!) Cranberry Juice to my diet -- but that also adds more calories \:\/
Posted By: J Geoff

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/23/08 09:24 AM


Everything that tastes good is bad for you... and many healthful options don't help, either -- basically, we're fucked! \:\/
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/23/08 12:56 PM

SC, if you check out the link below, you'll see that pizza doesn't really have that many calories. Portion control, my man!! Well, unless you ate the whole freaking pie!!

Calories in Pizza
Posted By: SC

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/23/08 01:00 PM

I had two slices while at work, and two more when I came home. It was the first fast food I had in a month and I didn't like the feeling of it anymore. I threw out the rest of the pizza.
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/23/08 01:15 PM

I still love pizza. It's actually not bad for you either, being a well-balanced meal of carbs, fruit and dairy.
Posted By: pizzaboy

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/23/08 03:09 PM

 Originally Posted By: Sicilian Babe
I still love pizza. It's actually not bad for you either, being a well-balanced meal of carbs, fruit and dairy.


That's true, especially if you can eat just a slice or two. If you can find a whole grain crust, you're really ahead of the game. White flour is poison, but it's in just about everything. \:\/

SC, how much weight do you need to lose?
Posted By: SC

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/23/08 03:13 PM

 Originally Posted By: pizzaboy
SC, how much weight do you need to lose?


35 pounds.
Posted By: pizzaboy

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/23/08 03:24 PM

I feel that if you just concentrate on eating for your health, instead of your weight, the weight will follow, and it doesn't feel like you're on a "diet."
Posted By: Longneck

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/23/08 05:21 PM

Go on a clear liquid diet for a week. Water, Jello, chicken broth. You'll lose it quick! Vodka doesn't count though.
Posted By: Longneck

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/23/08 09:13 PM

Lucrezia for me again tonight!
Posted By: J Geoff

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/24/08 01:20 AM

veal parm sub
Posted By: Don Cardi

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/24/08 01:49 AM

 Originally Posted By: J Geoff
veal parm sub


HERO! HERO!

An Italian Don who wears shorts and calls a hero sandwich a sub? WTF!!! "
Posted By: J Geoff

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/24/08 01:52 AM

I'm still from Joisey \:p
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/24/08 02:31 AM

 Originally Posted By: J Geoff
I'm still from Joisey \:p


What exit?? ;\)

We went to Charlie Browns. I wanted some red meat, and their double cut prime rib is the best buy in town.
Posted By: Don Cardi

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/24/08 03:29 AM

 Originally Posted By: Don Cardi
 Originally Posted By: J Geoff
veal parm sub


HERO! HERO!

An Italian Don who wears shorts and calls a hero sandwich a sub? WTF!!! "


 Originally Posted By: J Geoff
I'm still from Joisey \:p


And is from Jersey!!!!



Posted By: JRCX

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/24/08 04:56 AM

Ironically, i saw a FoodTV show on this, Its not actually a massage as much as it is a hair-combing with special brushes, I dont think anyone has hands big enough except the green giant to massage a cow lol. Went to chilis tonite, far cry from NYC's finer restaurants, but nearly the same amount of salt!
Posted By: J Geoff

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/24/08 07:09 AM

 Originally Posted By: Don Cardi
 Originally Posted By: Don Cardi
 Originally Posted By: J Geoff
veal parm sub


HERO! HERO!

An Italian Don who wears shorts and calls a hero sandwich a sub? WTF!!! "


 Originally Posted By: J Geoff
I'm still from Joisey \:p


And is from Jersey!!!!





Huh? Where's Tony Soprano live? \:p ;\)
Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/24/08 04:16 PM

Traditional English Sunday dinner today!

Roast beef,yorkshire puddings and everything \:\)
Posted By: Mignon

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/25/08 12:26 AM

Chicken Parm. and a salad. My belly is full.
Posted By: Don Cardi

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/25/08 12:54 AM

 Originally Posted By: J Geoff
 Originally Posted By: Don Cardi
 Originally Posted By: Don Cardi
 Originally Posted By: J Geoff
veal parm sub


HERO! HERO!

An Italian Don who wears shorts and calls a hero sandwich a sub? WTF!!! "


 Originally Posted By: J Geoff
I'm still from Joisey \:p


And is from Jersey!!!!





Huh? Where's Tony Soprano live? \:p ;\)


And he wears shorts!
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/25/08 01:39 AM

We had ravioli, meatballs and sausage. Yum.
Posted By: J Geoff

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/25/08 01:46 AM


Frozen lasagna w/ frozen meatballs
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/25/08 01:53 AM

 Originally Posted By: J Geoff

Frozen lasagna w/ frozen meatballs
\:x
Posted By: J Geoff

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/25/08 02:06 AM


Scardigno's brand in the plain white box isn't too bad, actually -- it's out of Belleville, NJ.
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/25/08 02:09 AM

I don't eat store-bought meatballs. I rarely will even eat them out.
Posted By: J Geoff

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/25/08 02:23 AM


The meatballs weren't great -- they're from Prima Familia -- you're right, it's hard to find a good meatball. Bar by me actually MAKES THEM and they're great! Frozen? Meh.
Posted By: JRCX

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/25/08 02:29 AM

Had to work at a trade show today, the italian place next to the office was under construction so we went to the other side of next door and had chinese... not your typical, its "upscale" with a live jazz band every night... I had this spicy crispy chicken, stirfried but first rolled in "water chestnut flour" definitely unique, definitely tasty, hopefully tomorrow I will get my italian food :-)
Posted By: Longneck

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/25/08 10:18 PM

Stuffed Pepper Soup
Posted By: Mignon

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/25/08 10:49 PM

I had food. ;\)
Posted By: pizzaboy

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/25/08 11:06 PM

Manhattan Clam Chowder and some fruit.
Posted By: Don Cardi

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/26/08 12:11 AM

 Originally Posted By: Don Cardi
 Originally Posted By: J Geoff
 Originally Posted By: Don Cardi
 Originally Posted By: Don Cardi
 Originally Posted By: J Geoff
veal parm sub


HERO! HERO!

An Italian Don who wears shorts and calls a hero sandwich a sub? WTF!!! "


 Originally Posted By: J Geoff
I'm still from Joisey \:p


And is from Jersey!!!!





Huh? Where's Tony Soprano live? \:p ;\)


And he wears shorts!


 Originally Posted By: J Geoff

Frozen lasagna w/ frozen meatballs :blush
:


...AND he eats frozen Lasagna and Meatballs out of the box!!!!!

WHAT KIND OF DON DO WE HAVE HERE??
Posted By: Mignon

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/26/08 12:49 AM

Don't knock it till you try it. \:p
Posted By: JRCX

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/26/08 03:16 AM

LOL, I had a party tray of frozen lasagna from Stouffer's. I had spent enough money at shoprite so after thanksgiving I was entitled to a free turkey, ham or tray of lasagna that would feed 12. I gave it to a former co-worker today since she has a family of 4, and I couldn't eat that more than 3x over the course of a week or 2, so better she enjoy it since she is unemployed... and british lol.
Posted By: J Geoff

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/26/08 05:31 AM

 Originally Posted By: Don Cardi

 Originally Posted By: J Geoff

Frozen lasagna w/ frozen meatballs


...AND he eats frozen Lasagna and Meatballs out of the box!!!!!

WHAT KIND OF DON DO WE HAVE HERE??


Knock the frozen "meatballs" all you want -- 99.99% of them SUCK! But there are some pretty decent gourmet frozen entrees out there by local/regional companies. \:p

The same company I mentioned last time, Scardigno's, I can't find online. It's a North Jersey thing I guess. But I had their FROZEN Broccoli & Cavatelli tonight (like, a thick soup in a quart container) and it tasted better than most restaurants.

Let me tell you this in comparison. The local BJ's started selling packaged "Carnegie Deli" pastrami (or corned beef, I don't remember). All I remember was it looked disgusting, like 99% FAT -- might as well slice up lard on your sandwich! Of course I didn't buy it. And of course I didn't also assume it'd be good because of the name. It was a disgrace to New York Delis! I've had infinitely better in a local deli, even than the REAL Carnegie I visited a few weeks ago (you've seen the pictures \:p ;\) )

Don't judge food by its name or how it's delivered. Sure, homemade is great -- but even then it depends on the cook, doesn't it? \:p
Posted By: SC

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/26/08 11:59 AM

Stressed out at work... I needed some "comfort" food when I got home. The diet be damned - I made my own home fried potatoes (for the first time ever). They came out REALLY good!

I took two large potatoes and cut them into cubes about 3/4" thick. A half a large onion, chopped and a half a red pepper and a half a green pepper chopped into small pieces. Sauteed all in a covered pan with butter for about 20 minutes, then removed the lid to brown the mix for about 15 minutes.

Mmmmmmm.... \:D
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/26/08 12:01 PM

Sound delicious, SC. I am absolutely ill today. Pigged out on hot dogs, cheeseburgers, fried zucchini and mozzarella sticks last night. I feel like I ate a can of Crisco.
Posted By: SC

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/26/08 12:02 PM

Now, THAT'S pigging out!! \:x

How was the concert???
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/26/08 12:11 PM

Well, the contact high at The Garden was inescapable. Just kept getting hungry, I guess! Oh, and I forgot the beer and wine and brownies.

Concert was great. I wrote about it over in Random Post Whoring.
Posted By: JRCX

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/27/08 02:21 AM

Not feeling so hot today, not in the mood for pasta or to cook, so I ordered in from Tony Soprano's fave sushi joint... plus a side of gyoza, and fried oysters (really really good).
Posted By: Mignon

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/27/08 09:44 PM

JR, I hope you are feeling better today.
Posted By: Don Cardi

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/27/08 09:56 PM

 Originally Posted By: J Geoff

But there are some pretty decent gourmet frozen entrees out there by local/regional companies. \:p


Stop it now! Not when it comes to Italian food! \:x

 Originally Posted By: J Geoff
but even then it depends on the cook, doesn't it? \:p



I wouldn't know, you'd have to ask miss spaghetti-o's about that! ;\)
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/27/08 10:10 PM

We're having lamb chops tonight. YUM. Of course, that means I'll be out there grilling in the freezing cold. Well, at least it's not snowing.
Posted By: Mignon

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/27/08 10:58 PM

I had food again
Posted By: J Geoff

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/27/08 11:56 PM


Was gonna go to the great buffet nearby for some Mongolian grill action but the line was out the door (it's that good), so decided to finally try Five Guys Famous Burgers & Fries -- goodbye, fast food joints! Very, very good.
Posted By: J Geoff

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/28/08 12:06 AM

 Originally Posted By: Don Cardi
 Originally Posted By: J Geoff
But there are some pretty decent gourmet frozen entrees out there by local/regional companies. \:p


Stop it now! Not when it comes to Italian food! \:x

How would you know? \:p
Posted By: Don Cardi

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/28/08 01:25 AM

 Originally Posted By: J Geoff
 Originally Posted By: Don Cardi
 Originally Posted By: J Geoff
But there are some pretty decent gourmet frozen entrees out there by local/regional companies. \:p


Stop it now! Not when it comes to Italian food! \:x

How would you know? \:p


Because I've gone out with you, and know that you have good taste when it comes to good restuarants and good food.
Posted By: Mignon

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/28/08 03:06 AM

The only thing that Cardi likes frozen is ice(and that goes on top of his head) \:p ;\) J/K
Posted By: Longneck

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/28/08 03:50 AM

Southwestern BBQ Back Ribs
Tender grilled baby back ribs basted with our own homemade BBQ sauce with 14 spices and chilies, served with roasted herb red potatoes.
Posted By: JRCX

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/28/08 04:03 AM

Feeling much better thanks Mig!! I made homemade beef stew tonight (well, this afternoon, had to let it simmer for a few hours), came out pretty good for the first time! I am not sure what to make tomorrow night... I skip meat on fridays during lent so I usually like to eat it on a thursday, but since I had it tonight, it might just have to be pasta and/or seafood since friday has always been homemade pizza night :-)
Posted By: J Geoff

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/28/08 07:22 AM


Um, post-Midnight it's only Thursday \:p

(and I still don't believe you cook gourmet dinners every single freakin' night besides those you spend $400 at (gimme some work, bitch!) ;\) \:p )
Posted By: SC

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/28/08 08:57 AM

 Originally Posted By: J Geoff
Was gonna go to the great buffet nearby for some Mongolian grill action but the line was out the door (it's that good), so decided to finally try Five Guys Famous Burgers & Fries -- goodbye, fast food joints! Very, very good.


Sure. I get invited over for White Castles, but you go out for the good stuff and keep it for yourself.

Oddly enough, we were talking about hamburgers at work tonight. I was craving one all night long, so I came home and made myself a big burger, topped it off with a slice of onion and fit it between a golden broiled bun. \:\)
Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/28/08 10:09 AM

I was on late shift yesterday so did not get home till 10pm.
Made do with a couple of bowls of home made spicy tomato soup!
Posted By: Capo de La Cosa Nostra

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/28/08 05:16 PM

I have naan breads to use up. But no chicken for the curry. Hm...
Posted By: Don Cardi

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/28/08 09:56 PM

Broiled Filet Mignons rubbed in olive oil, parsley, fresh garlic, a little salt, pepper and diced onions. Broiled fresh Shrimps that were sitting in fresh lemon juice, a little olive oil, oregano and peprika.

Fresh asparagus, corn on the cob, and a nice mixed salad.
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/28/08 09:57 PM

Didn't you rub your filet just last week??
Posted By: Capo de La Cosa Nostra

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/28/08 09:57 PM

 Originally Posted By: Capo de La Cosa Nostra
I have naan breads to use up. But no chicken for the curry. Hm...

I made myself a chilli. By fuck was it hot. Also used the naans, put in some chips, and added lots of rice, too; so plenty to absorb the heat with. I'm pretty stuffed.
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/28/08 09:58 PM

I'm a total wuss when it comes to hot food. I can't tolerate it at all.
Posted By: Don Cardi

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/28/08 10:02 PM

 Originally Posted By: Sicilian Babe
Didn't you rub your filet just last week??


Oh, you're one of those wives that say "Once a month is enough!" huh? \:p

Me? I rub my Filets every chance that I get! ;\)
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/28/08 10:05 PM

Once a MONTH?? When you have quality available, you must take advantage of it as often as possible.
Posted By: Don Cardi

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/28/08 10:09 PM

 Originally Posted By: Sicilian Babe
Once a MONTH?? When you have quality available, you must take advantage of it as often as possible.


No, you misread what I posted.

YOU'RE one of those wives that say ONCE A MONTH IS ENOUGH!
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/28/08 11:00 PM

 Originally Posted By: Don Cardi
 Originally Posted By: Sicilian Babe
Once a MONTH?? When you have quality available, you must take advantage of it as often as possible.


No, you misread what I posted.

YOU'RE one of those wives that say ONCE A MONTH IS ENOUGH!



No, I didn't misread it. I was correcting you. ;\)
Posted By: Mignon

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/28/08 11:24 PM

You go girl
Posted By: JRCX

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/29/08 04:42 AM

Well well well, look who's finally talking directly TO me? Well geoffy, I was thinking ahead, sorry if my post was technically off by a few mins when I was thinking "tomorrow's dinner". Whether its 11:59 or 12:01, its still tomorrows dinner... sorry about the strict rules on your board!! I will be sure NOT to have Kobe Wagu beef on fridays though, no worries!! I don't think my meals are gourmet, they are pretty simple dishes that take less than 30 mins with prep in most cases... sure its better than most pizzerias and "italian" restaurants out there, but once you do something enough times it becomes easier.

As to not bore the others, let me open up a new topic... what are the 3 most expensive dinners you ever had? For me...

1) 2008 Del Posto (MY bro's 50th bday) $400
2) 2006 Babbo (my 40th bday, er, um, i mean my 39th, again) $300
3) 1995 San Giusto (New Year's Eve to impress a doctor I was dating) $200

PS Geoffy - Want more work? Sort thru my several emails you've been ignoring for months and you will see that I've offered, but you were MIA, maybe because you were busy monitoring which messages came in before/after midnight or massaging your wagu :-P
Posted By: Don Cardi

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/29/08 02:26 PM

 Originally Posted By: Mignon
You go girl


And who's going to correct you?


 Originally Posted By: JRCX
Well well well, look who's finally talking directly TO me? Well geoffy, I was thinking ahead, sorry if my post was technically off by a few mins when I was thinking "tomorrow's dinner". ...


Please ladies, not in public. If you have to quarrel than take it to a PM. \:p ;\)
Posted By: J Geoff

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/29/08 05:24 PM

 Originally Posted By: JRCX
what are the 3 most expensive dinners you ever had? For me...

1) 2008 Del Posto (MY bro's 50th bday) $400
2) 2006 Babbo (my 40th bday, er, um, i mean my 39th, again) $300
3) 1995 San Giusto (New Year's Eve to impress a doctor I was dating) $200

You talking per person, for 2, for 10, or what?

 Quote:
you were MIA

The Attorney General's office found me, but you couldn't? \:p ;\)

 Quote:
...massaging your wagu :-P

That was good, gotta admit ;\)
Posted By: Longneck

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/29/08 07:06 PM

 Originally Posted By: J Geoff
[quote=JRCX]
 Quote:
...massaging your wagu :-P

That was good, gotta admit ;\)


It's funny because it's true! \:p

Tonight I'm having dinner with some people from church. They are making some Italian Beef and who knows what else.
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/29/08 07:34 PM

My husband just got a promotion and wanted to take me out tonight to celebrate. We've been dying to try this place The Park but have been waiting for a special occasion since it's rather pricey. I had to remind him that I'm not going to a steakhouse on a Friday during Lent, though.
Posted By: J Geoff

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/29/08 07:40 PM

 Originally Posted By: Sicilian Babe
The Park ...I had to remind him that I'm not going to a steakhouse on a Friday during Lent, though.


I wouldn't go simply because they have unstoppable background MIDI on their website. It's not 1996 any more.
Posted By: Don Cardi

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/29/08 09:10 PM

 Originally Posted By: Sicilian Babe
My husband just got a promotion and wanted to take me out tonight to celebrate.


Give Mr. Babe my sincerest congratulations on his promotion!

Posted By: goombah

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/29/08 09:34 PM

A local church's fish fry takeout tonight. We have not had it yet this year, but it's terrific. The food is not the grease filled fish most have to expect and the pierogies are fantastic.

Good job on the promotion, Mr. Babe!
Posted By: Don Cardi

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/29/08 10:00 PM

I'll be making some home made pizzas tonight :

1 regular pie and 1 white pie.
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/29/08 11:09 PM

Thanks, guys! I am very proud of him.

I picked up three bottles of red wine, and we're going over to have dinner with some friends. We'll probably get pizza. The Park will have to wait.

And JG, you computer geek, do you pick all restaurants by their websites??? \:p
Posted By: J Geoff

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 03/01/08 12:04 AM

 Originally Posted By: Sicilian Babe
And JG, you computer geek, do you pick all restaurants by their websites??? \:p


Actually, quite often! \:D
Posted By: klydon1

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 03/01/08 03:00 AM

 Originally Posted By: goombah
A local church's fish fry takeout tonight. We have not had it yet this year, but it's terrific. The food is not the grease filled fish most have to expect and the pierogies are fantastic.

Good job on the promotion, Mr. Babe!


That sounds great. One church around us has a fish fry during Lent, and it attracts throngs. I haven't gone this year because you often have a 40 minute wait.

A Byzantine church sells homemade pierogi during Lent in several varieties. I'm running out of time to buy some.

Congratulations to Mr. Babe.
Posted By: JRCX

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 03/01/08 04:59 AM

Don Malta is now in the witness relocations program and talking to the feds?? Gotti is turning over in his grave!

Those meals were all for 2, tip included, i tend to be generous in certain cases, the Del Posto actually came to $375 with tip, but it was another $25 to buy the car back from the garage a block away.

Tonight, against my better judgement I had dinner with friends at http://www.202italianbistro.com -- it wasnt bad, just overpriced. Seems so hard to find a GOOD italian restaurant at a reasonable price. I had the Jumbo Shrimp with Risotto, something I often make but wanted to see how the "pros" do it, I like mine better lol. The appetizer was intersting, calamari with balsamic reduction, or as they call it "blackend calamari". I am probably too picky but for a small town joint I expect the food to be great for that price ($100 for 3 of us, we brought the wine, and only ordered 1 appetizer, 3 entrees, 2 desserts, 1 coke). Eh.
Posted By: J Geoff

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 03/01/08 05:23 AM


C'mon. My current favorite Italian place is in the next town over, in a strip mall, in the back of a pizzeria next to Shop-Rite. The pizza and subs I'm not overly impressed with, they're typical, but the entrees are outstanding! Everything is made fresh to order, and my favorites are the sauteed pasta dishes. I don't know what it is, but I've not been excited about red sauces ("gravies" \:p ) lately -- and the sauces they come up with are awesome! And since it's BYOB, you can leave there spending $20 or less per person. So take your $400 restaurants and.............. ;\)
Posted By: Santino Brasi

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 03/01/08 05:27 AM

do you guys have a Bizzaro's Pizzaria up there?
Posted By: JRCX

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 03/01/08 06:03 AM

Oh, I don't deny there are some small town strip mall places that beat the hell out of the "fancy" places... in fact the best slice I can find in a 5mile radius has literally one table in it and is like a closet... its next to a home depot, staples, and sears, but places like that are just very rare finds for me. The $400 was a once-in-a-lifetime thing... and I have to honestly say it was the very best meal i ever had, if I were on death row, that would be my choice as of this writing. Its hard to put a price on that stuff, but if i were to pay what i think it would be worth (not rent or location or the 5 waiters, one for bread, one for water, etc)... I dunno, i think for 2 it would reasonably be worth $200. But factor everything else in and there you have it. The KOBE BURGER i had at the top of the stratosphere in Vegas 120 flights up would be my #2 and that only cost $100 for 3. Gotta live and spend a little to experience life. You lost $4k for cocktail hour pigs in blankets, so who are you to talk LOL.
Posted By: SC

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 03/01/08 08:27 AM

 Originally Posted By: klydon1
A Byzantine church sells homemade pierogi during Lent in several varieties. I'm running out of time to buy some.


Do they ship to New York??
Posted By: J Geoff

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 03/01/08 08:32 AM


I won't even comment on the "Kobe" this time. \:p

 Originally Posted By: JRCX
You lost $4k for cocktail hour pigs in blankets, so who are you to talk LOL.


I will say one thing, though... I did a wedding at the Lobster Shanty in Point Pleasant (NJ) and for some reason I said yes to the filet mignon (at a seafood restaurant! (I was hungry, it was in her hand lol)) -- it was perhaps the best filet mignon I ever had. Blows Shula's away! \:p But what kills me is, we have a Lobster Shanty here in Toms River, and it's horrible. \:\/ It's ON the river, and the seafood SUCKS, so I never make it a point of going. But the one in Point is terrif' on the dance floor (if they had one large enough to hold a band, plus also people dancing! lol)
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 03/01/08 01:15 PM

We tried a new place for pizza that delivers. It was pretty good, except that they forgot to deliver our 2nd pie and the guy had to go back for it. They were pretty quick about getting back with it, though, and I guess mistakes can always happen. It was nice to find a decent place that delivers.

Drank a good deal of cheap wine, so maybe anything would have been good.
Posted By: Don Cardi

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 03/01/08 04:10 PM

 Originally Posted By: JRCX

Seems so hard to find a GOOD italian restaurant at a reasonable price.


There are several excellent Italian restaurants here on Staten Island that are reasonably priced.
Posted By: SC

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 03/01/08 04:13 PM

There are very few good Italian joints out here on the Island... cheap or expensive. \:\(
Posted By: Capo de La Cosa Nostra

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 03/01/08 04:24 PM

I'm making good old normal pasta tonight; no theatrics. Spaghetti or penne, I can't decide.

I'm out on the piss later, so I need to absorb it all up. I'm looking forward to it so much.
Posted By: Don Cardi

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 03/01/08 04:45 PM

 Originally Posted By: SC
There are very few good Italian joints out here on the Island... cheap or expensive. \:\(


SC, there's an Italian restaurant on Merrick Rd in Massapequa that we've gone to with our friends, who live in Lyndenhurst, called BUTERA'S. It is very reasonably priced serving generous portions and the food is excellent!

If you go, you want to eat on the Cafe side (there are two sides, the fancy side and the cafe side). The cafe side serves the same food but has more of a relaxed. laid back, comfortable atmosphere. I know your taste in food and Italian restaurants. You'll like it there.
Posted By: SC

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 03/01/08 07:27 PM

I'm making my own chicken soup (from scratch).

I cheated in that I bought a whole chicken already cut up, but other than that, this is the old-fashioned chicken soup.

The chicken is in the pot with a couple of quartered onions, some large carrots, some celery and some parsley. Its boiled already and now has to simmer for 2 hours. I'll then pick the meat off the chicken bones, return the bones to the broth and let simmer for another hour.

Then the fun starts - I'm making my own matzoh balls. The broth has to cool (in refrigerator) and after I skim the fat off (and save for the matzoh balls) I'll end up making the balls and putting them in the soup.

This MAY end up being tomorrow night's dinner.
Posted By: SC

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 03/01/08 07:29 PM

 Originally Posted By: Don Cardi
SC, there's an Italian restaurant on Merrick Rd in Massapequa ...


I know where it is. Thanks for the tip.
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 03/01/08 08:05 PM

SC, your own soup? I'm impressed. There's nothing like homemade soup. My grandmother used to use the chicken feet, though. And the very idea makes me a bit nauseous.
Posted By: Longneck

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 03/01/08 08:44 PM

lasagna tonight
Posted By: SC

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 03/01/08 09:17 PM

 Originally Posted By: Sicilian Babe
My grandmother used to use the chicken feet, though. And the very idea makes me a bit nauseous.


But yet you wanna show me your cootied foot.
Posted By: J Geoff

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 03/01/08 10:25 PM


The Google ad below currently says "Got Poop? We Scoop" -- did Pizzaboy post here? ;\)
Posted By: Don Cardi

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 03/01/08 10:38 PM

 Originally Posted By: Sicilian Babe
SC, your own soup? I'm impressed. There's nothing like homemade soup. My grandmother used to use the chicken feet, though. And the very idea makes me a bit nauseous.


It's funny, because whenever I go to the butcher and ask him to cut up a whole chicken for me and tell him to throw away the insides and stuff, he'll always reply " You're grandmother would be mad as hell if she heard you say that!"

I remember her even using the turkey neck and giblets to make turkey soup on thanksgiving.

The old timers were very resourceful when it came to cooking and making things from scratch. They threw NOTHING out! Even stale day old bread was used to make bread crumbs! I guess back then, with the little money they made and the amount of mouths that had to be fed, they had no choice.



Tonight for dinner we're going out to one of our favorite local Italian restaurants, Luigino's. A real family place that's been in business for about 30 years and still makes great food.

As I've mentioned before, there are 4 Italian restaurants that we go to on Staten Island. Each restaurant is excellent, and each makes a specific dish that I favor.

This one, for me, is their Veal Saltimbucca and their Mozzarella kisses appetizer.
Posted By: J Geoff

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 03/01/08 11:58 PM


Taco Bell
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 03/02/08 02:57 AM

My mother STILL refuses to throw out old bread. She puts it in the oven to dry out and then into the Magic Bullet it goes to make bread crumbs. I'm like, "Ma, here's a dollar. Buy some bread crumbs," but she likes to do it.
Posted By: Santino Brasi

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 03/02/08 03:43 AM

 Originally Posted By: Santino_Brasi
do you guys have a Bizzaro's Pizzeria up there?


what youse guys got me on a fucking pay-no-mind list or somthin'? answer me!
Posted By: J Geoff

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 03/02/08 05:05 AM


Day-or-three old bread (depending on the type) is good for French Toast, too... ;\)

And BTW I forgot to include Friday night's dinner when I actually didn't forget about Lent for once! Salmon filet over streamed spinach (I held off on the hollandaise) with mixed veggies and a salad. And 6 or so pints. ;\)
Posted By: J Geoff

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 03/02/08 05:07 AM

 Originally Posted By: Santino_Brasi
 Originally Posted By: Santino_Brasi
do you guys have a Bizzaro's Pizzeria up there?


what youse guys got me on a fucking pay-no-mind list or somthin'? answer me!


Take a deep breath and relax... people normally don't answer "no" 100 times. But some day someone might say "yes". \:\/ Barking commands here doesn't work. ;\)
Posted By: JRCX

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 03/02/08 05:07 AM

The secret to great meatballs are REAL breadcrumbs, the make them more moist than the pulverized stuff you get in a can, when they are "chunkier" it really makes a difference. I will be making some tomorrow I hope. As for chicken feet, believe it or not ever wonder what purdue does with them? Its like our biggest export to china, where they eat them, ironic no? There are tons of great italian restaurants, especially in the boroughs of NYC, many consider north jersey a borough, but I admit my fave slice of pizza comes from queens, but its a shame i have to travel over a bridge/tunnel to get a slice! I was thinking to have them overnight me a few pies to even freeze, because I just cant deal with cross bronx express traffic after 1pm. In any case, you would THINK being in a heavily-concentrated area of jersey we could do better than some places... the search continues (:
Posted By: Santino Brasi

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 03/02/08 06:21 AM

 Originally Posted By: J Geoff
 Originally Posted By: Santino_Brasi
 Originally Posted By: Santino_Brasi
do you guys have a Bizzaro's Pizzeria up there?


what youse guys got me on a fucking pay-no-mind list or somthin'? answer me!


Take a deep breath and relax... people normally don't answer "no" 100 times. But some day someone might say "yes". \:\/ Barking commands here doesn't work. ;\)


ok, JG is there a bizzaro's pizzeria up there?
Posted By: JRCX

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 03/02/08 06:28 AM

Never heard of it.
Posted By: Santino Brasi

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 03/02/08 06:54 AM

ok, that is what I was wondering, then it is a local chain, The significance of it was, It is hard to get good cannoli down here, and Bizzaro's Pizzeria, has the best cannoli in Florida (That I've tried) they are the traditional ricotta ones, marone they are good
Posted By: Don Cardi

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 03/02/08 03:33 PM

 Originally Posted By: Santino_Brasi
ok, that is what I was wondering, then it is a local chain, The significance of it was, It is hard to get good cannoli down here, and Bizzaro's Pizzeria, has the best cannoli in Florida (That I've tried) they are the traditional ricotta ones, marone they are good


Santino, what part of Florida are you in?
Posted By: Santino Brasi

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 03/02/08 06:30 PM

Palm bay, it is near Orlando
Posted By: Don Cardi

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 03/02/08 09:54 PM

 Originally Posted By: Santino_Brasi
Palm bay, it is near Orlando


Palm Bay, huh? About an hour - hour and 15 minutes from Orlando, right? I'm somewhat familiar with it. Back in the mid to late 90's, I had a very good client who lived and worked out of Palm Bay. Whenever he came up to New York I always took him out for dinner. He'd constantly talk about this place where he lived named Sorentos. ( I'll never forget the name because he always brought up the same place whenever we talked about Italian Restaurants ). So one time while I was vacationing down in Orlando, I drove over to Palm Bay to meet him for lunch and he took me to Sorentos. They had pretty good Italian food from what I remember. You familiar with the place?
Posted By: Santino Brasi

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 03/03/08 12:48 AM

No, but I'll check it out, Grazie mille
Posted By: J Geoff

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 03/03/08 01:05 AM


This cold I started last night sucks! Tonight I went out for pasta night, had a nice big bowl of penne w/ vodka sauce w/ shrimp and mixed veggies... and couldn't even get halfway through it before feeling all crappy. And the 20 oz beer didn't go down too well, either. Ah well, at least I have dinner for tomorrow ready. Gonna cuddle in front of the TV...
Posted By: SC

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 03/03/08 01:13 AM

How the hell could any cold survive in your body considering all the alcohol that goes into it??

Feel better, bro.
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 03/03/08 02:16 AM

I baked a chicken, made some mashed potatoes, broccoli and cauliflower. A whole roasted chicken is just so much better than chicken parts. I don't know why that is, but that's how I feel.

SC, you never let us know how the soup came out.
Posted By: JRCX

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 03/03/08 02:47 AM

I made a month's worth of sauce with meatballs & sausage. Instead of using veal/pork/beef for the meatballs, I used half kobe and half wagu ::sees geoffy turning the corner:: err, um, I mean, yea the traditional recipe, pork/veal/beef. I used an AMAZING brand of crushed tomatoes, Sclafani, never seen it before, $1.25/can, and it blows any other brand away, I used to favor Tuttorussa, Cento, etc, this had nothing but tomatoes (no additives), it made a huge difference. If you guys got a Pathmark by you, check it out, I am going back to buy more this week! I will have to do very little cooking this week since I still have the beef stew leftovers and froze most of what I made today, but still have a few servings in the fridge.
Posted By: SC

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 03/03/08 03:04 AM

 Originally Posted By: Sicilian Babe
SC, you never let us know how the soup came out.


Not all that bad but it was disappointing.

The broth itself was a little "greasy" despite the fact that I skimmed off all the fat a few times. It also wasn't as clear as what I'm used to (it had a slightly darker color). The matzoh balls were of a good texture but somewhat tasteless.

Considering it was the first time I tried it, I'm sort of proud of myself. (It yielded about 6 quarts, so I froze a few, and will have a few homecooked meals in the next two weeks \:\) ).
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 03/03/08 03:38 AM

What parts did you use?? I find that I wings make excellent soup. I add a few thighs since wings have no meat on them to pick off later. I also have never heard of putting the bones back in later like you mentioned. Perhaps that had something to do with the greasiness? I never tried making matzoh balls, so I have no suggestions there for you.

It sounds pretty darned good, though. Maybe you should ship a few off to JG, since he seems to need some Jewish penicillin right about now.
Posted By: JRCX

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 03/03/08 05:53 AM

What I find what the experts say is absolutely true, the bones of anything make all the difference, it may take longer, but bones are cheap, for my stew i boiled veal bones, carrots, celery, onion, the cheapest cuts of beef cubes, potatoes, a couple hours or more and you have anything that beats the hell out of Dinty Moore lol.
Posted By: J Geoff

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 03/03/08 06:37 AM


I made chicken soup once in my life, and it came out great. I'm talking like 15 years ago so don't be asking for any recipes lol. In fact, I didn't even follow a recipe, I made it up on the fly. Granted, I did cheat a little and started with some chicken stock that wasn't homemade, but did use real chicken and veggies, rice, dill (essential), and whatever else. I'll have to try it again some day soon. I LOVE to cook, I'm just too damned lazy. I don't think I've had my oven on in years. I make a killer chili now and then, though. And my pea soup rocks. ;\)
Posted By: SC

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 03/03/08 07:53 AM

 Originally Posted By: Sicilian Babe
What parts did you use?? I find that I wings make excellent soup. I add a few thighs since wings have no meat on them to pick off later. I also have never heard of putting the bones back in later like you mentioned. Perhaps that had something to do with the greasiness?


I used the whole chicken (as the recipe specified). I took the chicken off the bones at the two hour point (again, as the recipe specified). I put most of the chicken meat back in the broth when I reheated it to eat (but the broth was already "greasy" then). I suspect that greasiness came from too much fat left in the broth).

The vegetables used (carrots, celery and onions) came out perfectly and I left them in (although I removed MOST of the onions) for the final heatup.

I just reheated some a little while ago, and it was actually better than before.
Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 03/03/08 09:40 AM

Last night we had mince & dumplings with broccoli,carrots & green beans.
Very nice!

For dessert we had raspberries,meringue & cream all mixed together in the blender. A very tasty concoction my wife tells me is called an "Eton Mess"
Posted By: klydon1

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 03/04/08 02:05 AM

 Originally Posted By: SC

I just reheated some a little while ago, and it was actually better than before.


Homemade soup and stew, I find, are always better the second day.
Posted By: J Geoff

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 03/04/08 03:17 AM


Lasagna, too, definitely.
Posted By: JRCX

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 03/04/08 04:28 AM

I made a fritata for lunch, but it came out kind of dry... but I have not made it in years... i had posted the recipe at http://sicilianculture.com/food/fritatta.htm but that was so long ago, I wanted to update the recipe, maybe I should stick with the old one LOL.

Tonight I made pasta carbonara, simple dish to make, basically it's the italians answer to an american breakfast lol. Then a friend came by for "a drink" which turned into 3 scotches -- I drank frozen stoli oranj straight up since I can't handle scotch anymore.
Posted By: Capo de La Cosa Nostra

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 03/05/08 02:25 AM

I made a cheese and onion pizza tonight. Made the base with "pizza base mix", which wasn't easier, wasn't quicker, and not as tasty as when I do it with yeast and flour.

Still pretty fucking beautiful, though.

I actually think I'm God, sometimes.

Spinoza would agree.
Posted By: Longneck

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 03/05/08 05:51 PM

I haven't had any meals worth bragging about lately \:\(

We did go grocery shopping last night so I should be able to eat real food again sometime soon.

On the list is beef stew with some beef stew meat from a local meat place, then green peppers, onions, carrots, and just a few potatoes. My wife will probably put some spices or whatever she does and cook it in the crock pot on low.
Posted By: pizzaboy

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 03/05/08 07:27 PM

I picked up some nice loin lamb chops today. I'm just going to brush them with olive oil, rosemary and garlic, then barbecue them medium rare, and serve them with a little soft polenta.
Posted By: Don Cardi

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 03/05/08 08:14 PM

 Originally Posted By: pizzaboy
I picked up some nice loin lamb chops today. I'm just going to brush them with olive oil, rosemary and garlic, then barbecue them medium rare, and serve them with a little soft polenta.


You taking them down to Florida?
Posted By: pizzaboy

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 03/05/08 08:14 PM

I'm going back on Friday.

I'm not supposed to eat until then?
Posted By: Don Cardi

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 03/05/08 08:15 PM

 Originally Posted By: Capo de La Cosa Nostra

I actually think I'm God, sometimes.




Yeah, we know. \:p

Capo, aren't you able to buy real pizza dough from a bakery or a pizza place?
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 03/05/08 08:29 PM

Last night we had baked ziti. Guess what we're having tonight! Leftover baked ziti.
Posted By: pizzaboy

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 03/05/08 08:31 PM

I like to heat up leftover baked ziti in a real hot frying pan, so it gets "crunchy."
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 03/05/08 08:33 PM

A frying pan is really the best way to heat up leftover pasta. Now I'm looking forward to having it.
Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 03/05/08 09:01 PM

Today is my son Michael's 10th birthday and he wanted to go here for his dinner!

http://www.biglukes.com

I would reccomend everything \:\)

We all filled our boots for sure.
Posted By: J Geoff

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 03/05/08 09:29 PM


I need a nap. JRCX was in town for a meeting so we went out to lunch at a local Italian place (what else?), Rivolis.* After the huge hot appetizer of calamari/eggplant rollatini/stuffed clams (with real clams in them)/some cheesebread thing/fried ravioli... and salad... I was about done already. Then the family-style (aka, huge) entrees came out. I thought my Veal Nicole was great (veal/spinach/eggplant/ricotta/prosciutto over linguine). And after a couple glasses of wine, I need a nap.

*If Just Lou reads this, this is where they have the annual O&A Pest dinners...
Posted By: pizzaboy

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 03/05/08 09:30 PM

That looks great, Yogi!

Next time I'm in the UK, that's where you're taking me.
Posted By: klydon1

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 03/05/08 09:52 PM

 Originally Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas
Today is my son Michael's 10th birthday and he wanted to go here for his dinner!

http://www.biglukes.com

I would reccomend everything \:\)

We all filled our boots for sure.


Big Luke's looks like quite a place. Happy birthday to young Michael. With his dining choice, it looks like he's growing up to be a cowboy. \:\)
Posted By: JRCX

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 03/06/08 12:31 AM

LOL I had a nap and I am still tired & stuffed, so no dinner stories to share since Im not eating again, I only had a late lunch!
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 03/06/08 01:14 AM

Yogi, Happy Birthday to Michael!!! Sounds like a fun night!

After the leftover baked ziti, we fried up some pizza dough and sprinkled it with powdered sugar. Sooooooo good.
Posted By: pizzaboy

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 03/06/08 01:18 AM

I had my lamb chops, polenta and grilled eggplants.
Posted By: Capo de La Cosa Nostra

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 03/06/08 02:00 AM

I love Big Luke's. Whenever me and friends go (rare now; we hardly ever go to the Metro Centre) we always stuff our faces and then have a competition who can eat the most jalapeno peppers straight off a plate with nothing to absorb the spice. \:\)
Posted By: JRCX

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 03/06/08 03:08 AM

 Originally Posted By: J Geoff

some cheesebread thing


LOL, it was SUPPOSED to be Mozzarella en Corozza, basically its an italian grilled cheese, but the very best kind are served in a sauce which is capers, anchovies and white wine reduction... it is deliscious when done right, when its not, it almost tastes like the same exact thing you get at chinese restaurants called shrimp toast LOL.

I found an old recipe here, but as usual, i need to update it and include the capers.
http://www.sicilianculture.com/food/corozza.htm
Posted By: Mignon

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 03/06/08 02:01 PM

DELETE THIS THREAD!!!!!!

I'm gaining weight just reading it.
Posted By: Longneck

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 03/06/08 07:54 PM

 Originally Posted By: Longneck
I haven't had any meals worth bragging about lately \:\(

We did go grocery shopping last night so I should be able to eat real food again sometime soon.

On the list is beef stew with some beef stew meat from a local meat place, then green peppers, onions, carrots, and just a few potatoes. My wife will probably put some spices or whatever she does and cook it in the crock pot on low.


I cut up the veggies last night and she did the rest, this morning it was ready and man is it goooooood.
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 03/06/08 07:59 PM

Sounds good, LN.

Being lazy and making hot dogs tonight. Just so not in the mood to do anything more.
Posted By: pizzaboy

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 03/06/08 08:36 PM

I had hot dogs for lunch.

Three with onions and relish, a soft pretzel with mustard and a cream soda.
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 03/06/08 08:41 PM

Was it Dr. Browns? That is the best cream soda ever.
Posted By: pizzaboy

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 03/06/08 08:45 PM

Of course.

At the Metro North Station on Fordham Road, I get 3 hot dogs and a Dr. Browns for $5.

Today I sprung for an extra buck and got a pretzel, too.
Posted By: pizzaboy

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 03/07/08 12:23 AM

Rotisserie chicken, mashed potatoes, creamed corn and apple sauce. Kind of all-American tonight.
Posted By: J Geoff

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 03/07/08 12:33 AM


Left over Chinese food. Tomorrow, left over Italian.
Posted By: Don Cardi

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 03/07/08 12:38 AM

 Originally Posted By: J Geoff

Tomorrow, left over Italian.


All pasta or fish I hope! ;\)
Posted By: J Geoff

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 03/07/08 12:47 AM

 Originally Posted By: Don Cardi
 Originally Posted By: J Geoff
Tomorrow, left over Italian.
All pasta or fish I hope! ;\)

I'm reheating the veal portion now since I'm already hungry after the Chinese. ;\)
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 03/07/08 12:53 AM

Chicken on a rotisserie is the best, PB. When we got a new grill last year, we made sure to get the electric rotisserie attachment.
Posted By: pizzaboy

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 03/07/08 12:56 AM

I agree, but mine came form Costco tonight.
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 03/07/08 12:57 AM

Is that the best chicken, or what? And for $5, no less.
Posted By: pizzaboy

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 03/07/08 01:00 AM

Unbelievable.

I drive all the way up to North Yonkers for it. The sides are great, too.

Much better than Stew Leonard's, that thieving bastard.
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 03/07/08 01:04 AM

They sell sides? Damn, not at my Costco.

I ran into my former assistant in Costco buying a chicken one night. He admitted that he was buying it for his dog. He said it was cheaper to buy one chicken a week than buy dog food.
Posted By: pizzaboy

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 03/07/08 01:07 AM

Yes, but they're not sold hot. They're in the refrigerated section under their own label. You just have to reheat them. The creamed spinach is as good as most steakhouses.
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 03/07/08 01:09 AM

I love creamed spinach, but nobody else in my house will eat it.
Posted By: pizzaboy

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 03/07/08 01:12 AM

I love all green vegetables.

Not to sound like one of those depression era old guys, because I'm clearly not, but if my brother and I didn't eat our vegetables, there was Hell to pay.
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 03/07/08 01:14 AM

Hey, my mother used to make me eat BEETS!!
Posted By: pizzaboy

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 03/07/08 01:16 AM

I like beets, but they make my pee smell funny. So does asparagus.
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 03/07/08 01:17 AM

Asparagus has that effect on people. Never noticed that with beets, though.
Posted By: Mignon

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 03/07/08 03:10 AM

 Originally Posted By: pizzaboy
Rotisserie chicken, mashed potatoes, creamed corn and apple sauce. Kind of all-American tonight.


And you didn't invite me over??
I love to put creamed corn on top of my mash taters YUMMY
Posted By: JRCX

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 03/07/08 05:01 AM

Speaking of beef stew, I finally had the leftovers tonight with some garlic toast... it was good, but I was sooo craving that meatsauce I made last sunday, but, i figure i would save that for this sunday and not toss the rest of the beef stew since its been sitting there.

Tomorrow is friday so I am deciding whether to make my own pizza or order some out from a GOOD place, im willing to drive which is why i started that "pizza hunter" thread...
Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 03/07/08 10:44 AM

 Originally Posted By: pizzaboy
That looks great, Yogi!

Next time I'm in the UK, that's where you're taking me.


No probs PB \:\)
Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 03/07/08 10:45 AM

Oh i forgot....

Last night i had steak,potatoes,fried mushrooms and salad!
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 03/07/08 11:34 AM

Mixing your food, Mig?? That's a no-no!!
Posted By: Mignon

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 03/07/08 01:15 PM

It all goes to the same place anyways.
Posted By: SC

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 03/07/08 02:05 PM

 Originally Posted By: Sicilian Babe
Mixing your food, Mig?? That's a no-no!!


Will somebody please pick up SB from the floor.
Posted By: Don Cardi

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 03/07/08 02:46 PM

 Originally Posted By: JRCX

Tomorrow is friday, im willing to drive which is why i started that "pizza hunter" thread...


So you're willing to drive for a pizza on a friday huh? \:p ;\)
Posted By: Longneck

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 03/07/08 04:53 PM

 Originally Posted By: SC
 Originally Posted By: Sicilian Babe
Mixing your food, Mig?? That's a no-no!!


Will somebody please pick up SB from the floor.


How many drinks did she have this time? \:p

I don't usually mix food but mashed potatoes and corn were meant to be mixed together sometimes with brown gravy.
Posted By: Longneck

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 03/07/08 04:54 PM

Double post...

Last night I had sun chips and cheez-its. I wasn't hungry.
Posted By: Mignon

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 03/07/08 05:33 PM

 Originally Posted By: Longneck
I don't usually mix food but mashed potatoes and corn were meant to be mixed together sometimes with brown gravy.


Or applesauce.

See SB people do that.
Posted By: pizzaboy

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 03/07/08 05:58 PM

Applesauce, mashed potatoes and creamed corn do seem to mix very well.

And I'm a food snob from New York!
Posted By: Longneck

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 03/07/08 06:20 PM

 Originally Posted By: Mignon
 Originally Posted By: Longneck
I don't usually mix food but mashed potatoes and corn were meant to be mixed together sometimes with brown gravy.


Or applesauce.

See SB people do that.

 Originally Posted By: pizzaboy
Applesauce, mashed potatoes and creamed corn do seem to mix very well.

And I'm a food snob from New York!


APPLESAUCE!?!?!?!?

groooooooooooooss
Posted By: Mignon

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 03/07/08 07:16 PM

 Originally Posted By: pizzaboy
Applesauce, mashed potatoes and creamed corn do seem to mix very well.

And I'm a food snob from New York!


Hang around me and I'll cure you from being a food snob. No Spaghettio's involved. Just good hillbilly cookin.
Posted By: Longneck

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 03/07/08 07:19 PM

 Originally Posted By: Mignon
 Originally Posted By: pizzaboy
Applesauce, mashed potatoes and creamed corn do seem to mix very well.

And I'm a food snob from New York!


Hang around me and I'll cure you from being a food snob. No Spaghettio's involved. Just good hillbilly cookin.


I think most of the food I eat could fall under this category
Posted By: pizzaboy

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 03/07/08 07:26 PM

 Originally Posted By: Mignon
 Originally Posted By: pizzaboy
Applesauce, mashed potatoes and creamed corn do seem to mix very well.

And I'm a food snob from New York!


Hang around me and I'll cure you from being a food snob. No Spaghettio's involved. Just good hillbilly cookin.


Hey, I'm all for that. I love hillbilly food.
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 03/07/08 08:07 PM

OK, you're all grossing me out. Food is NOT meant to be mixed together, otherwise they wouldn't have those plates with little sections. Corn, mashed potatoes and GRAVY? UGH!! I do like gravy on my mashed potatoes, but nothing else. My mother-in-law does that with kale, and it makes me nauseous to even SEE it.

Btw, I'm going to hell. I was in Costco, and they were giving out free samples of meatballs and burgers. I took some, knowing it was Friday, and not caring because it was 1. Free and 2. I was starving.
Posted By: Don Cardi

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 03/07/08 08:36 PM

Tonight it's linguini with fresh shrimp and fresh little neck clams, and some home made italian semolina garlic bread.
Posted By: klydon1

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 03/07/08 09:02 PM

 Originally Posted By: Sicilian Babe
OK, you're all grossing me out. Food is NOT meant to be mixed together, otherwise they wouldn't have those plates with little sections. Corn, mashed potatoes and GRAVY? UGH!! I do like gravy on my mashed potatoes, but nothing else. My mother-in-law does that with kale, and it makes me nauseous to even SEE it.



I enjoy mixing food in my mashed potatoes and gravy a la shepherd's pie.

Here's a good one. Mashed potatoes are a must with homemade pork and sauerkraut, and when you combine the pork, sauerkraut and potatoes, it becomes heavenly.
Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 03/07/08 09:27 PM

Shepherds Pie is delicious!

A big favourite in my house \:\)

Tonight we had home made corned beef,onion and potato pies!
With chips!
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 03/07/08 09:36 PM

Et tu Klydon??

I do love Sheperd's Pie. I actually made one a few months ago when I couldn't bear the thought of another meatloaf or burgers. Came out pretty good, if I do say so myself.
Posted By: Mignon

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 03/07/08 11:19 PM

 Originally Posted By: Sicilian Babe
OK, you're all grossing me out. Food is NOT meant to be mixed together, otherwise they wouldn't have those plates with little sections. Corn, mashed potatoes and GRAVY? UGH!! I do like gravy on my mashed potatoes, but nothing else. My mother-in-law does that with kale, and it makes me nauseous to even SEE it.


That's probably why that one girl got eliminated on Idol cuz she seperated her food.
Posted By: JRCX

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 03/09/08 04:17 AM

Don Cardi, my apprehension to drive on a friday during the late afternoon is because of all the maniacs out there in the tri-state area, traffic in this area sux on a friday afternoon -- its not because I am orthodox and observing the sabbath! I wonder if traffic on the cross bronx will be rational on a sunday afternoon, I'm dying for this pizza!
Posted By: Capo de La Cosa Nostra

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 03/09/08 01:43 PM

Last night I made a lasagne, with a tad chili in it. Possibly the greatest thing I've ever tasted ever.
Posted By: Don Cardi

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 03/09/08 02:12 PM

 Originally Posted By: JRCX
Don Cardi, my apprehension to drive on a friday during the late afternoon is because of all the maniacs out there in the tri-state area, traffic in this area sux on a friday afternoon -- its not because I am orthodox and observing the sabbath! I wonder if traffic on the cross bronx will be rational on a sunday afternoon, I'm dying for this pizza!


It had absolutely nothing to do with the sabbath!

You totally missed what I meant.

Maybe what I should have said was "So you're willing to drive on a friday for pizza but NOT on a saturday?"

It was intended as an inside joke. Think about it. ;\)
Posted By: Longneck

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 03/10/08 01:23 AM

Sketti tonight
Posted By: JRCX

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 03/10/08 02:49 AM

Ah, because I didnt want to go to brooklyn during a flood for pizza this saturday?? lol. Na, the fact is Friday was always reserved as pizza night in my family. But according to some survey, pizza's most popular night in the USA is saturday. Tonight I had the leftover meatballs and "gravy" from what I made last week, still about 10 more servings in the freezer lol.
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 03/10/08 10:39 AM

We grilled some boneless pork chops and had egg noodles and spinach with it.
Posted By: Don Cardi

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 03/10/08 07:49 PM

 Originally Posted By: JRCX

But according to some survey, pizza's most popular night in the USA is saturday.


And the night of the year that the most Pizzas are delivered and sold in the USA is on the Wednesday evening before Thanksgiving. I believe that Ash Wednesday is second.
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 03/10/08 07:52 PM

I would have guessed Good Friday would be way up there. I know that the line's out the door at our local place on Good Friday.
Posted By: Don Cardi

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 03/10/08 08:59 PM

But I think that most Catholics, especially Italians, are more likely to stick to tradition and cook pasta and fish on Good Friday.
Posted By: JRCX

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 03/11/08 03:39 AM

I know Catholics are supposed to fast on Ash Wednesday (only one full meal), I thought it was Good Friday too, I really only have one meal a day anyway unless you consider toast or a bagel a meal for lunch lol.

Tonight I had a sitdown with an associate, we had Italian in a stripmall, out of a dozen places, they make the most decent slice of pizza, so I decided to give their barren dining room a try -- had the lasagna... not bad, not great, but butter than most places, the garlic bread was tasteless but at those prices and a hole in the wall like that, its fine for a casual meal when you have to discuss private & sensitive business matters... those places are priceless in my book lol.
Posted By: klydon1

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 03/11/08 02:48 PM

 Originally Posted By: Don Cardi
 Originally Posted By: JRCX

But according to some survey, pizza's most popular night in the USA is saturday.


And the night of the year that the most Pizzas are delivered and sold in the USA is on the Wednesday evening before Thanksgiving. I believe that Ash Wednesday is second.


I still think Super Bowl Sunday has to be #1, but i don't have any figures.

Many of the mom and pop pizza shops where I grew up were packed every Friday, but during Lent they would keep the phones off the hook.
Posted By: Don Cardi

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 03/11/08 05:54 PM

Klyd,

I believe that I once read a survey about this and that is where I remember Thanksgiving Eve being mentioned as the biggest PIZZA night of the year.

If I'm not mistaken, Super Bowl Sunday was mentioned as actually the biggest OVERALL "Catering / Take out" day of the year in general.
Posted By: SC

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 03/11/08 06:33 PM

A Google search says Super Sunday is the busiest pizza day of the year and Halloween is generally accepted as the #2 day (although some areas claim Christmas Eve).

Papa John's ( \:x ) lists Thanksgiving Eve as one of the three busiest delivery days.
Posted By: Don Cardi

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 03/11/08 07:02 PM

 Originally Posted By: SC
A Google search says Super Sunday is the busiest pizza day of the year.


Based on Pizza Hut deliveries, correct?

I guess that it would really be almost impossible to survey ALL of the NON commercial local pizza places, so the only thing that they could really go off of are the chain Pizza places.

Thanks for clearing that up SC.

You were right Klyd.
Posted By: klydon1

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 03/11/08 08:15 PM

I guess it's an inexact science. It's funny we were discussing this because I heard on the radio that the busiest day for KFC is Mother's Day. Go figure. For my mom, I kick it up a few notches and take her to Wendy's. : )
Posted By: Mignon

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 03/11/08 10:04 PM

You're a good son Klyd \:\)
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 03/11/08 11:58 PM

Tonight I coated catfish fillets in seasoned flour (cayenne pepper and seasoned salt, mostly), fried them in canola oil, and made some rice and broccoli. It was delicious, if I do say so myself.
Posted By: Mignon

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 03/12/08 12:32 AM

leftover Fettucini Alfreddie w/ham \:p
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 03/12/08 12:40 AM

What's Fettucini Alfreddie??
Posted By: Don Cardi

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 03/12/08 12:54 AM

 Originally Posted By: Sicilian Babe
What's Fettucini Alfreddie??


It's what Fredo became to the fishes.
Posted By: Capo de La Cosa Nostra

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 03/12/08 03:35 AM

My parents are visiting this Friday eve. I'll have a(n impressive) pizza waiting for them to be devoured. Saturday has lasagne on the cards, too. Sunday they're taking me home for four weeks; I'll get my culinary compensation during that month, no doubt. \:D
Posted By: JRCX

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 03/12/08 04:18 AM

I decided to not cook but grill tonite and take the lazy way out... I had a shell steak, so I fired up the grill for the first time... and just about 25% of the way thru I ran out of propane... figures right? So I finished it in the oven under the broiler the way the restaurants would do, basting it in butter to cook the top part. It was a bit chewy in some areas, well done in other areas, and very rare yet in other places, yea, i messed it up... Don Malta would be pleased that I can cook gourmet but screw up the simplest of dishes...!!

PS - I don't know what people see in Peter Luger's "secret" steak sauce, its like watered down orange marmalade & horseradish, for me it really does nothing. A1 is better, but still, a great steak is fine on its own with fresh cracked pepper and maybe a bit of salt if its not seasoned?
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 03/12/08 10:33 AM

Steak sauce? Yuk.
Posted By: SC

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 03/12/08 10:41 AM

 Originally Posted By: JRCX
PS - I don't know what people see in Peter Luger's "secret" steak sauce, its like watered down orange marmalade & horseradish, for me it really does nothing.


Don't laugh, but it makes an OK salad dressing (just don't use too much).
Posted By: SC

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 03/12/08 10:42 AM

 Originally Posted By: Sicilian Babe
Steak sauce? Yuk.


Mmmmm.... especially when it runs into your mashed potatoes!!
Posted By: Mignon

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 03/12/08 12:11 PM

 Originally Posted By: Sicilian Babe
What's Fettucini Alfreddie??


Fettucini Alfredo(my attempt at being cute)
Posted By: Mignon

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 03/12/08 12:14 PM

 Originally Posted By: SC
 Originally Posted By: Sicilian Babe
Steak sauce? Yuk.


Mmmmm.... especially when it runs into your mashed potatoes!!


Mashed potatoes and corn.
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 03/12/08 02:02 PM

IMO, when you spend money on a good cut of meat, why hide the flavor with steak sauce? Isn't the flavor of the meat what you were paying for in the first place??
Posted By: pizzaboy

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 03/12/08 02:17 PM

I'm not a fan either, Babe. Although, I do love Peter Luger Sauce, but not on steak. Just on chicken or tomato salad.
Posted By: Don Cardi

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 03/12/08 07:44 PM

 Originally Posted By: Sicilian Babe
IMO, when you spend money on a good cut of meat, why hide the flavor with steak sauce? Isn't the flavor of the meat what you were paying for in the first place??






 Originally Posted By: SC
 Originally Posted By: JRCX
PS - I don't know what people see in Peter Luger's "secret" steak sauce, its like watered down orange marmalade & horseradish, for me it really does nothing.


Don't laugh, but it makes an OK salad dressing (just don't use too much).



That's EXACTLY what I use it for, a salad dressing.

Posted By: SC

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 03/12/08 08:06 PM

 Originally Posted By: Sicilian Babe
IMO, when you spend money on a good cut of meat, why hide the flavor with steak sauce? Isn't the flavor of the meat what you were paying for in the first place??


I agree. No steak sauce. Just give me a well done steak with lots of ketchup!!
Posted By: pizzaboy

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 03/12/08 08:09 PM

 Originally Posted By: SC
 Originally Posted By: Sicilian Babe
IMO, when you spend money on a good cut of meat, why hide the flavor with steak sauce? Isn't the flavor of the meat what you were paying for in the first place??


I agree. No steak sauce. Just give me a well done steak with lots of ketchup!!


Nooooooooooooooooooooo. \:x
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 03/13/08 12:41 AM

SC, SC (shakes head slowly).

Actually, we had flank steak tonight - RARE. A little frozen white corn, some fresh asparagus, and a nice salad. I love grilling now that the sun's out at night.
Posted By: pizzaboy

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 03/13/08 12:43 AM

I had practically raw sirloin burgers, oozing redness.
Posted By: Longneck

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 03/13/08 12:50 AM

ugh, I can't eat it still mooing.

I don't like leather either (well done)

medium-medium well is good for steak.

I've been rotating Chili, Spaghetti, and Taco Salad the last 3 days for my meals.
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 03/13/08 01:16 AM

 Originally Posted By: pizzaboy
I had practically raw sirloin burgers, oozing redness.


A man after my own heart.
Posted By: Mignon

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 03/13/08 01:56 AM

 Originally Posted By: SC
 Originally Posted By: Sicilian Babe
IMO, when you spend money on a good cut of meat, why hide the flavor with steak sauce? Isn't the flavor of the meat what you were paying for in the first place??


I agree. No steak sauce. Just give me a well done steak with lots of ketchup!!


Yes!! Yes!! You are sitting next to me at the BB weekend Saturday night dinner.
Posted By: JRCX

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 03/13/08 04:35 AM

Yes, I agree (and that is what i stated originally) a great steak stands on its own, maybe some sea salt or pepper, but otherwise the only time I use steak sauce is when is when its not very good (like when it cooks for a few mins on the grill then the propane runs out) so you have to finish it restaurant style, under the broiler, maybe basted in butter (THAT is good)...

In any case... I had to go see my accountant and there is a gourmet specialty store nearby, so I went and bought some black truffle butter (delicious), it was $10 for 3oz, but well worth it, very unique taste. and the butter is as about as premium as you can get. I also got some prosciutto, some semi-soft cow's milk cheese from france, hot soprosatta and olives, and this prelude to leftover sausage meat sauce & pasta really made it a fine dinner...!

Shoprite is having this big sale, $1/lb for ground beef, $1/5lb of potatoes, $1/3lb of potatoes, brisket on sale, so it looks like I am set for a week or more... especially St. Patrick's Day! I will make some french onion soup tomorrow if I dont go to a restaurant in town i found out my neighbor owns... food is interesting this week!
Posted By: J Geoff

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 03/13/08 05:19 AM

 Originally Posted By: JRCX
I went and bought some black truffle butter (delicious), it was $10 for 3oz, but well worth it, very unique taste.

First it was "Kobe", and now "truffles"? \:p

 Quote:
Truffle oil is often used as a lower-cost substitute for truffles to provide flavoring.... However, most truffle oil is a synthetic product that contains no actual truffles.

;\)
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 03/13/08 10:40 AM

Hey, Geoff. You have a nit to pick??? \:p

JR, if you're a truffle fan, you should try the pate with truffles sold by Trader Joe's. It's wonderful.
Posted By: Don Cardi

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 03/13/08 07:46 PM

 Originally Posted By: Mignon
 Originally Posted By: SC
Just give me a well done steak with lots of ketchup!!


Yes!! Yes!! You are sitting next to me at the BB weekend Saturday night dinner.


If he puts ketchup on a nice cut of an expensive steak, then he can sit near you at the next dinner because he surely won't be sitting next to me if he does that! That way you two can share the ketchup and also split a Franco American Spaghetti-o's appetizer!


 Originally Posted By: J Geoff

First it was "Kobe", and now "truffles"? \:p


And then on sale $1/lb ground beef!

You're a funny guy JR. You amuse me! You make me laugh! ;\)
Posted By: Mignon

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 03/13/08 08:04 PM

 Originally Posted By: Don Cardi
 Originally Posted By: Mignon
 Originally Posted By: SC
Just give me a well done steak with lots of ketchup!!


Yes!! Yes!! You are sitting next to me at the BB weekend Saturday night dinner.


If he puts ketchup on a nice cut of an expensive steak, then he can sit near you at the next dinner because he surely won't be sitting next to me if he does that! That way you two can share the ketchup and also split a Franco American Spaghetti-o's appetizer!


For your birthday I'm gonna send you a case of Spaghettio's with meatballs.
Posted By: SC

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 03/13/08 08:54 PM

I should point out (and refine my statement) that if its a REALLY good cut of steak (i.e. it costs more than $3.99) I only use Heinz ketchup (the good stuff).
Posted By: Don Cardi

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 03/13/08 08:59 PM

 Originally Posted By: Mignon

For your birthday I'm gonna send you a case of Spaghettio's with meatballs.


Mig gave a package to the postman,
He put it his sack.
Bright in early next morning,
He brought her package back.

Cardi wrote upon it:
Return to sender, address unknown.
No such number, no such zone.
This isn't food, I wouldn't feed it to a rat,
Mig writes send this to Cardi but her spaghetti-o's keeps coming back.
Posted By: Mignon

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 03/13/08 09:50 PM

Good one DC.

But how many times do I have to tell you I haven't had Spaghettio's in a long time?
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 03/13/08 09:51 PM

SC, I'm glad to see that you have standards.
Posted By: Mignon

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 03/13/08 09:51 PM

 Originally Posted By: SC
I should point out (and refine my statement) that if its a REALLY good cut of steak (i.e. it costs more than $3.99) I only use Heinz ketchup (the good stuff).


You're still sitting by me though!!!
Posted By: pizzaboy

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 03/13/08 11:18 PM

Tonight I had fried chicken, cornbread and potato salad from DeCicco's---a local market.

It was great, I feel like a country boy!
Posted By: Mignon

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 03/14/08 12:24 AM

all you need was green beans with that lovely dinner.
Posted By: pizzaboy

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 03/14/08 12:28 AM

And a piece of Key Lime Pie.

Ask for it in Florida, Miggie. You'll love it!
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 03/14/08 01:37 AM

My husband took my younger daughter to the father/daughter dinner dance. I told my older daughter that she could pick what we ate tonight, and she begged for Taco Bell.

She was supposed to work until 6. By 7, she still wasn't home. She called to say that she was stuck at work and not to wait to eat. She had completely forgotten about Taco Bell. When reminded, she left work within 15 minutes after her call, picked me up and we went through the drive-thru.

I have to tell you, their food has to be the worst thing for you, but the Crunchwrap Supreme is soooooo good.
Posted By: JRCX

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 03/14/08 02:45 AM

Hey Geoff, I didn't know truffles were illegal in this country too? Well, I guess I got an illegal batch, maybe I should take a photo and scan the ingredients label? They are in fact truffles, you can taste them. But you are right, there is also truffle oil in it as well, its a famous french brand, so I doubt its synthetic, but as you know, you can get anything in this country, legal or not ;\)

As for Don Cardi my friend, well, I can't eat filet mignon every night (nor would I want to), and sometimes I do have to look for a bargain to afford other luxuries, but ground beef is great for slow-cooking sauces, burgers, meatloaf, and I would never think to use fillet mignon or kobe for something like that, when it can certainly stand alone.

I am a cross between a traditionalist and a connoisseur, I appreciate how my parents and grandparents lived, but thanks to them, I don't have to live every day like its the great depression.

Speaking of new luxuries, found a new vodka... Snow Queen from Kazakhstan and faster than Geoff can say we have an embargo against this country too, here is the website: http://snowqueenvodka.com -- too bad its not warm enough tonight to enjoy a glass with one of my vintage CUBAN cigars :-P
Posted By: JRCX

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 03/14/08 03:17 AM

FYI: An array of fine gourmet products, including black truffles, not cheap at $121 each, but available: ;-)

http://www.dartagnan.com
Posted By: svsg

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 03/14/08 04:37 AM

Thai Red Curry. It is one of the best tasting things.
Posted By: JRCX

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 03/14/08 04:39 AM

How is that different from regular mustard-ish-looking curry? Curry if its done right is fantastic, but unfortunately thats not often \:\(
Posted By: svsg

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 03/14/08 04:42 AM

They usually have green, yellow and red curry. They are all based in coconut milk and spices I think. Actually I don't have much clue as to how they are different.
Posted By: J Geoff

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 03/14/08 04:45 AM

 Originally Posted By: JRCX
Hey Geoff, I didn't know truffles were illegal in this country too?

I never said they were illegal. But certainly nothing for only $10 will be even remotely related. \:p

 Originally Posted By: JRCX
FYI: An array of fine gourmet products, including black truffles, not cheap at $121 each, but available: ;-)

That's more like it. Again, I never said it wasn't available. But you complained about paying $10 for "truffles" when indeed it's 10x that for REAL ones, rather than the fake *flavoring* (oil) in your butter. ;\)

 Originally Posted By: JRCX
one of my vintage CUBAN cigars :-P

You're too much!
Posted By: JRCX

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 03/14/08 04:55 AM

Its not fake, the truffles are real, the ingredients read: creamery butter, black truffles, truffle oil, etc -- you can see the big specks of black truffles and you cannot deny the taste... come over, or better yet, I will mail you some over night in an ice gel pack since you are too lazy to drive your azz up here for a free authentic italian meal where tony soprano once dined :-P

As for the cuban cigars, again, come up one night, lets sit on the porch one night when its warm and enjoy one... you smoke those disgusting cigarettes, get away from the "fake" tobacco and try some real, cured, authentic cuban smoke!!
Posted By: Don Cardi

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 03/14/08 03:06 PM

 Originally Posted By: JRCX

As for Don Cardi my friend, well, I can't eat filet mignon every night (nor would I want to), and sometimes I do have to look for a bargain to afford other luxuries, but ground beef is great for slow-cooking sauces, burgers, meatloaf, and I would never think to use fillet mignon or kobe for something like that, when it can certainly stand alone.

I am a cross between a traditionalist and a connoisseur, I appreciate how my parents and grandparents lived, but thanks to them, I don't have to live every day like its the great depression.


That's NOT the answer I was looking for. \:p You obviously took my reply to heart \:\/ instead of being the Goodfella that I assumed you were and picking up on what I said, giving the correct reply ;\)

Geoff, waz wrong wit chu fren mang? Chu tell dat guy dat I was onlee kitting and dat he nees to loosen up and choke around a little moore mang! Lye is too shore to be serious about eferying!

;\)
Posted By: Mignon

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 03/14/08 06:11 PM

 Originally Posted By: Don Cardi
Geoff, waz wrong wit chu fren mang? Chu tell dat guy dat I was onlee kitting and dat he nees to loosen up and choke around a little moore mang! Lye is too shore to be serious about eferying!

;\)


Welcome back Tony, it's nice to see you. ;\)
Posted By: Don Cardi

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 03/14/08 07:38 PM

 Originally Posted By: Mignon
 Originally Posted By: Don Cardi
Geoff, waz wrong wit chu fren mang? Chu tell dat guy dat I was onlee kitting and dat he nees to loosen up and choke around a little moore mang! Lye is too shore to be serious about eferying!

;\)


Welcome back Tony, it's nice to see you. ;\)


Montana iz bach!

Tank chu Meegnon. I appree she ate it mang!

So tonii, I gonna take Elvie out for dinna, maype some spanish food! No Ba-ba-lon Clup. Instay, we go to Carmen's! ;\)
Posted By: pizzaboy

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 03/14/08 07:39 PM

City Island tonight.

Friday night fish.
Posted By: Don Cardi

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 03/14/08 07:43 PM

 Originally Posted By: pizzaboy
City Island tonight.

Friday night fish.


No observance of meat free friday for Lent today pb, in case you weren't aware.
Posted By: pizzaboy

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 03/14/08 07:52 PM

Why is that, DC?
Posted By: Don Cardi

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 03/14/08 07:54 PM

 Originally Posted By: pizzaboy
Why is that, DC?


It has to do with St. Patrick's Day, the celebration of a saint's day, falling on Holy Week between Palm Sunday and Easter Sunday. So catholics are allowed to eat meat today because they're not supposed to celebrate a Saint's Day within Holy Week.
Posted By: pizzaboy

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 03/14/08 07:58 PM

Well, I made it to 4pm anyway, and we're going to City Island either way, so I'll probably stick with fish.

I knew that if St. Patrick's Day fell on a Friday there was a dispensation but I wasn't aware of what you just posted.

I checked AmericanCatholic.org and there's nothing posted about it.

Oh well.
Posted By: Don Cardi

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 03/14/08 08:03 PM

 Originally Posted By: pizzaboy

I checked Americancatholic.org and there's nothing posted about it.

Oh well.



Chu callin me a liar mang? Listen, all I haf is my word and my balls, and I dunt break em for nobdy!

Besigh, I alwayz tell da truth, efen when i lie!

It actually was anounced at church this past sunday and a letter came home from the catholic schools about it.

I'll probably stick to fish myself tonight. Well except maybe for the churizos appetizer! I love them! Then it will be some garlic shrimp and an african lobster tail dinner.
Posted By: pizzaboy

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 03/14/08 08:06 PM

No, of course I believe you, I'm just always leery about change in general. I can only imagine the Church telling my grandmothers to eat meat today, or the old ladies at my old parish, Our Lady Of Mt. Carmel.

Fuggetaboutit, cuz there's NO WAY you'd get them to go for it.
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 03/14/08 08:10 PM

So, we get a dispensation for St. Patrick's Day, but I read that they moved St. Joseph's Day because it was during Holy Week. This makes no sense. You gotta love the Catholic Church.

Now I want to go to City Island, PB!! That's twice this week you're doing this to me!
Posted By: pizzaboy

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 03/14/08 08:12 PM

Yeah, but we're going to Sammy's tonight, not The Black Whale, so don't feel bad.
Posted By: Don Cardi

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 03/14/08 08:14 PM

 Originally Posted By: Sicilian Babe
So, we get a dispensation for St. Patrick's Day, but I read that they moved St. Joseph's Day because it was during Holy Week. This makes no sense. You gotta love the Catholic Church.

Now I want to go to City Island, PB!! That's twice this week you're doing this to me!


Yep. I agree. You just gotta love the catholic church. If it suits what they need, then it's ok.

So why don't you meet PB there for dinner tonight?
Posted By: Mignon

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 03/14/08 08:15 PM

 Originally Posted By: Sicilian Babe
So, we get a dispensation for St. Patrick's Day, but I read that they moved St. Joseph's Day because it was during Holy Week. This makes no sense. You gotta love the Catholic Church.


I gotta hand it to you guys, I wouldn't be able to remember when I can eat what and when I can't.
Posted By: pizzaboy

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 03/14/08 08:18 PM

 Originally Posted By: Mignon
 Originally Posted By: Sicilian Babe
So, we get a dispensation for St. Patrick's Day, but I read that they moved St. Joseph's Day because it was during Holy Week. This makes no sense. You gotta love the Catholic Church.


I gotta hand it to you guys, I wouldn't be able to remember when I can eat what and when I can't.


As long as there's plenty of fish and pickles, right Miggie?
Posted By: Mignon

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 03/14/08 08:23 PM

I'll be right back gotta go to the bathroom
Posted By: Don Cardi

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 03/14/08 08:27 PM

 Originally Posted By: Mignon
I'll be right back gotta go to the bathroom


You and PB?
Posted By: Mignon

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 03/14/08 08:35 PM

No just me.
Posted By: Don Cardi

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 03/14/08 08:39 PM

 Originally Posted By: Mignon
No just me.



Want to join us at CARMEN'S for some Spanish food tonight Mama?
Posted By: J Geoff

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 03/14/08 08:53 PM

 Originally Posted By: Don Cardi

Damn that looks good!

 Originally Posted By: Don Cardi
You just gotta love the catholic church. If it suits what they need, then it's ok.


From wiki:
 Quote:
The date of the feast is occasionally moved by church authorities when March 17 falls during Holy Week; this last happened in 1940 when Saint Patrick's Day was observed on 3 April in order to avoid it coinciding with Palm Sunday, and will happen again in 2008, when it shall be held on either March 14 or March 15. After 2008, March 17th will not fall during Holy Week again until 2160.

Damn, 2160 'til the next one!
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 03/14/08 09:11 PM

Well, I don't understand why St. Patrick's is not being moved, but St. Joseph's is. Is it perhaps because St. Patrick's is more commercial???

Edit: I would LOVE to meet PB for dinner. Too bad the invitation came from YOU, DC, and not from HIM. ;\)
Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 03/14/08 09:34 PM

Just had lasagne!
Posted By: Mignon

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 03/14/08 10:54 PM

 Originally Posted By: Don Cardi
 Originally Posted By: Mignon
No just me.



Want to join us at CARMEN'S for some Spanish food tonight Mama?



I would love to but PB ruined my appetite So I'll pass this time. But feel free to pick me up next time.

I just had a salad tonight.
Posted By: klydon1

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 03/15/08 01:23 AM

The decision to grant dispensation is not made by the Catholic Church, but it is done by the Diocese. There is no automatic dispensation for St. Patrick's Day. In my Diocese (Harrisburg) there is no general dispensation.

Whenever I attended the Friendly Sons of St. Patrick banquet on a Friday, the Bishop would grant dispensation for the attendees prior to the trditional meals of prime rib being served. There was never a blanket dispensation.

Two years ago I attended a St. Patrick's Day Party when the 17th fell on a Friday. The hostess, who is Catholic, forgot about Lent when she planned it. Reminded the afternoon of the party, she actually telephoned the Bishop's office, explaining that meat dishes had already been prepared for the occasion, and the Bishop granted a special dispensation, stating that meat may be consumed by the Catholic guests, but only inside the home and only between the dining hours of 7 to 9:30. He wanted to avoid a mistaken assumption that the guests were free to eat meat for the entire day, and that going back to pick at the corned beef and ham was stretching the dispensation beyond its intended purpose.
Posted By: JRCX

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 03/15/08 03:18 AM

No corned beef this year, there was a recall when they found out it was infected with traces of Kobe beef.
Posted By: Longneck

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 03/15/08 04:02 AM

Pizza Hut \:\(
Posted By: Don Cardi

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 03/15/08 04:23 AM

 Originally Posted By: J Geoff
 Originally Posted By: Don Cardi

Damn that looks good!


Maybe one day we can have a dinner there if you'd like.
Posted By: Mignon

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 03/15/08 04:28 AM

Looks like they have good food and nasty seafood \:p
Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 03/15/08 12:01 PM

Chinese takeaway tonight
Posted By: pizzaboy

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 03/15/08 02:15 PM

 Originally Posted By: Sicilian Babe
Well, I don't understand why St. Patrick's is not being moved, but St. Joseph's is. Is it perhaps because St. Patrick's is more commercial???

Edit: I would LOVE to meet PB for dinner. Too bad the invitation came from YOU, DC, and not from HIM. ;\)


Screwed me again, DC.

Actually, I just saw this post. City Island was a zoo, as it always is on Fridays. Sammy's was great.

Babe, I'll be at Enzo's on Williamsbride Rd and Neill Avenue for dinner tonight----8 O'Clock. You, Mister babe and the kids are more than welcome.
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 03/15/08 04:58 PM

Thanks, PB. My daughter is appearing in Damn Yankees tonight and I'm having the family here for dinner, otherwise I just might have taken you up on that offer.
Posted By: pizzaboy

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 03/15/08 05:01 PM

Damn Yankees!
Posted By: J Geoff

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 03/15/08 06:55 PM


Last night (and lunch today) was white pizza w/ broccoli and garlic
Posted By: Don Cardi

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 03/15/08 09:17 PM

 Originally Posted By: J Geoff

Last night (and lunch today) was white pizza w/ broccoli and garlic


Dats a nice! I enjoy a good white pie myself.
Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 03/15/08 09:45 PM

I may be showing my ignorance here,but what is a white pizza?

I have never heard of it before.....
Posted By: SC

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 03/15/08 09:54 PM

White pizza generally has no tomato sauce. I don't like it.
Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 03/15/08 10:00 PM

No tomato sauce?????

Who would eat such a thing?

\:\)
Posted By: Don Cardi

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 03/15/08 10:03 PM

 Originally Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas
I may be showing my ignorance here,but what is a white pizza?

I have never heard of it before.....


A "White" pizza aka "Pizza Blanca" is made with Mozzarella cheese and ricotta cheese, and as SC already pointed out, without ANY sauce.

Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 03/15/08 10:05 PM

It actually looks very nice in that pic DC!
Posted By: Don Cardi

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 03/15/08 10:22 PM

Tonight the wife and I are going out for Chinese food. There was a place that we used to frequent quite a bit. They lost their lease about 6 months ago, and just last week re-opened at a new location that they built and now own. So we're going to go to their new place. It'll be good to see the owner and the staff once again and hopefully the food will be just as good as it was when they were at their original location.


And if their bar is anything like the old one, then drinks will definitely follow dinner!
Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 03/15/08 10:24 PM

Me and the kids had Chinese take-out earlier.

The kids shared sweet and sour chicken whilst i devoured chicken fried rice.

We also had extra chips,curry sauce and prawn crackers!
It filled us up!

Enjoy your meal DC
Posted By: Don Cardi

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 03/15/08 10:28 PM

Grazie Yogi, grazie!

When we used to go to their other restaurant, they made a really fantastic dish that had seared boneless chicken breast and filet mignon with broccoli in a brown sauce. And their Shrimp Grand Marnier was just out of this world.
Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 03/15/08 10:34 PM

I could eat chicken till the cows come home!
Posted By: J Geoff

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 03/15/08 10:42 PM

 Originally Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas
I could eat chicken till the cows come home!

And once the cows come home you'd eat steak? \:D
Posted By: SC

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 03/15/08 10:46 PM

 Originally Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas
No tomato sauce?????

Who would eat such a thing?


Thats what I ask myself. For me, pizza is an excuse to have sauce.
Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 03/15/08 10:49 PM

 Originally Posted By: J Geoff
 Originally Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas
I could eat chicken till the cows come home!

And once the cows come home you'd eat steak? \:D

Exactly

I did'nt realise how daft my original post was till just now
Posted By: Mignon

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 03/15/08 11:01 PM

 Originally Posted By: Don Cardi
A "White" pizza aka "Pizza Blanca" is made with Mozzarella cheese and ricotta cheese, and as SC already pointed out, without ANY sauce.



Do they have those at Spumoni Gardens?
Posted By: Don Cardi

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 03/16/08 02:54 AM

 Originally Posted By: Don Cardi

.... hopefully the food will be just as good as it was when they were at their original location.


And if their bar is anything like the old one, then drinks will definitely follow dinner!


We just returned from dinner and drinks at the new location.

The food was excellent! Just as, if not better, than I remember it. It was great to see the owner, who was generous enough to buy us a round of drinks when he spotted us at the bar. And most of the original staff was back working for him again. The bar is even bigger and better than the one in his original restaurant and the restaurant itself is beautifully done all around.
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 03/16/08 04:42 AM

Sounds good, DC. What did you have??

We had meatballs, braciole and sausage in GRAVY. I make two pounds of Barilla's Campanelle, quite possibly my favorite boxed pasta, a salad and Italian bread that was actually hot when I bought it.

I picked up a nice cheesecake from the bakery and while I was there, they had a young lady in the aisle filling cannolis on order. Naturally I couldn't resist. They were delicious.
Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 03/16/08 08:18 AM

All this talk of lovely food is making me hungry and it is only 8am UK time....
I've just had my breakfast!
Posted By: Don Cardi

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 03/16/08 02:48 PM

 Originally Posted By: Sicilian Babe
Sounds good, DC. What did you have??


I had a hot and sour soup and my wife had a wonton soup. We shared Dim Sum and Egg Roll appetizers. For our main course we had Fliet Mignon in fresh mushroom and oyster sauce, and a dish of pan seared white meat chicken breast in a white garlic sauce with assorted veggies.

So did you save me a cannoli? ;\)
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 03/16/08 08:23 PM

That food sounds delicious. I love oyster sauce.

 Originally Posted By: Don Cardi
So did you save me a cannoli? ;\)


There's two left. You'd better hurry.
Posted By: Don Cardi

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 03/16/08 09:24 PM

 Originally Posted By: Sicilian Babe
That food sounds delicious. I love oyster sauce.

 Originally Posted By: Don Cardi
So did you save me a cannoli? ;\)


There's two left. You'd better hurry.


Leave the gun, SAVE me the cannoli! ;\)
Posted By: Mignon

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 03/16/08 09:47 PM

Lasagna and a salad.
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 03/17/08 01:34 AM

Guess what we had tonight? Leftover macaroni and meatballs, and the LAST TWO cannoli!!!
Posted By: SC

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 03/17/08 08:34 AM

Thanks to some posts in this thread I had an overpowering urge for Chinese food.

I treated myself to some (and perhaps "treat" is not the right word). I spent half the night on the john. \:\(
Posted By: Longneck

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 03/17/08 10:28 PM

I have been craving Chinese food lately but I've been craving hot wings more.
Posted By: pizzaboy

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 03/17/08 10:30 PM

Get Chinese and an order of fried wings with it. ;\)
Posted By: pizzaboy

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 03/17/08 11:12 PM

Pork chops tonight, with hot cherry peppers and fried potatoes.
Posted By: klydon1

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 03/17/08 11:41 PM

 Originally Posted By: pizzaboy
Pork chops tonight, with hot cherry peppers and fried potatoes.


Sounds good.
For me leftover ham and cabbage. My wife also made a delicious pork roast with carrots and potatoes.
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 03/18/08 12:55 AM

Boring chicken parts, oven browned potatoes and broccoli.
Posted By: Longneck

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 03/18/08 03:46 PM

 Originally Posted By: pizzaboy
Get Chinese and an order of fried wings with it. ;\)


Wifey called and wanted me to take her Chinese to work, so it all worked out.
Posted By: Mignon

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 03/18/08 09:24 PM

Cheddar roasted potatoes with brocolli.
Posted By: pizzaboy

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 03/19/08 12:15 AM

Egg drop soup, shrimp chow mein, pork fried rice.
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 03/19/08 01:11 AM

A disappointing eye round - it was a bit tough. But the mashed potatoes were smooth and creamy and the fresh spinach was really good, too.
Posted By: klydon1

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 03/19/08 02:36 AM

 Originally Posted By: pizzaboy
Egg drop soup, shrimp chow mein, pork fried rice.


pizzaboy, with your new avatar I read all of your posts as if they're coming from Obama.
Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 03/19/08 09:33 AM

Macaroni Cheese!

A big,big ,big favourite in our house.
The kids just demolish bowl after bowl of it.

I've been known to have the odd plateful or six as well ;\)
Posted By: pizzaboy

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 03/19/08 02:34 PM

 Originally Posted By: klydon1
 Originally Posted By: pizzaboy
Egg drop soup, shrimp chow mein, pork fried rice.


pizzaboy, with your new avatar I read all of your posts as if they're coming from Obama.


"Your voice can change the world."
Posted By: Mignon

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 03/19/08 09:43 PM

Pizza and a salad.
Posted By: Sicilian1

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 03/19/08 09:59 PM

I don't know about you guys, but I can't wait till Lent is over. Friday nights are ussaully order out night,anywhere from pizza to Chinese to KFC. But during lent "No Meat"-My Fat Greek Wedding" and all we've been ordering is Cheese pizza. I have had my fill of cheese pizza.

Oh ya what's for dinner tonight. I think tuna fish sandwiches?
Posted By: J Geoff

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 03/19/08 10:00 PM


White Pie w/ Broccoli again. Sorry I ate 2 slices before thinking of taking the picture. Also added hot pepper flakes and some grated parm...

Posted By: Sicilian1

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 03/19/08 10:08 PM

Hey,at least it isn't plain cheese!
Posted By: J Geoff

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 03/19/08 10:10 PM


And don't let the New Yorkers or Chicagoans fool you: THAT is a real pizza pie -- from Jersey! ;\)
Posted By: pizzaboy

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 03/19/08 10:13 PM

 Originally Posted By: J Geoff

And don't let the New Yorkers or Chicagoans fool you: THAT is a real pizza pie -- from Jersey! ;\)


Why are you starting?
Posted By: Mignon

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 03/19/08 10:30 PM

Cuz he can
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 03/20/08 12:06 AM

We had sausage and peppers with nice fresh bread and some corn. Nothing's better than sausage on the grill, but on a rainy night, the convection oven's not bad.
Posted By: pizzaboy

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 03/20/08 12:11 AM

Cabbage and bean soup.
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 03/20/08 12:13 AM

 Originally Posted By: pizzaboy
Cabbage and bean soup.


Glad that there's a river between us. \:p
Posted By: pizzaboy

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 03/20/08 12:18 AM



I wasn't even going for a laugh, that's really what we had!

I was going to make escarole and beans, but I didn't like the looks of it, so I picked up a couple of heads of savoy cabbage instead. I threw in a smoked hock, too.

It was delicious.
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 03/20/08 12:24 AM

I do NOT like cabbage. Sorry.

I read today that you're supposed to eat fava beans for St. Joseph's, but the traditional meal was always pasta with sardines in our family.
Posted By: Mignon

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 03/20/08 12:38 AM

 Originally Posted By: Sicilian Babe


I read today that you're supposed to eat fava beans for St. Joseph's


FfFfFf (Trying my Hannibal Lecter impression)
Posted By: pizzaboy

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 03/20/08 11:06 PM

Meatloaf tonight.

Bor-ing.
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 03/21/08 12:43 AM

Quiche Lorraine and asparagus.
Posted By: SC

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 03/21/08 07:22 AM

 Originally Posted By: Sicilian Babe
Quiche Lorraine and asparagus.


Girl food.

Where's the steak and potatoes??
Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 03/21/08 09:09 AM

Vegetable tortellini with a zingy pepper sauce!
Posted By: Beth E

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 03/21/08 11:26 AM

They had a segment on the news the other day about how the two genders gravitate towards different foods. Steak and potatoes were considered man food, while fruits and salads were considered women food.

Duh! How much money did they spend on that survey? When was the last time I guy was out with his buddies and told the waitress, "No thanks. I'll pass on the porterhouse steak. I'll take the three bean salad".
Posted By: SC

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 03/21/08 01:52 PM

Thats why I like ya, Beth. You eat like a man but look like a girl.
Posted By: Beth E

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 03/21/08 02:19 PM

 Originally Posted By: SC
You eat like a man


Especially when it comes to Spumoni Gardens.
Posted By: SC

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 03/21/08 02:22 PM

 Originally Posted By: Beth E
 Originally Posted By: SC
You eat like a man

Especially when it comes to Spumoni Gardens.


Actually, thats TWO men.

It'd be cheaper to keep you in furs and diamonds than to feed you over there.
Posted By: Beth E

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 03/21/08 02:33 PM

I don't like furs or jewelry. Give me the meat.
Posted By: SC

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 03/21/08 02:34 PM

We still talking about steak??
Posted By: pizzaboy

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 03/21/08 05:45 PM

I have nice red snapper for tonight and couple dozen littleneck clams. I'll probably broil the snapper and make some clam sauce as a side dish.
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 03/21/08 06:24 PM

 Originally Posted By: SC
 Originally Posted By: Sicilian Babe
Quiche Lorraine and asparagus.


Girl food.

Where's the steak and potatoes??


And on JL's New Holiday, no less! What was I thinking???
Posted By: Santino Brasi

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 03/21/08 06:26 PM

 Originally Posted By: pizzaboy
I have nice red snapper for tonight and couple dozen littleneck clams. I'll probably broil the snapper and make some clam sauce as a side dish.


you'll save me the leftovers right?
Posted By: SC

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 03/21/08 07:07 PM

Those clams sound good.... a little lemon juice and voila!!
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 03/21/08 07:12 PM

I do love a nice raw bar. I had raw clams at a Chinese place last week and they were NOT good. The weird thing was, I saw the waiters walking by with plates piled high with empty shells, so maybe it was me.
Posted By: SC

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 03/21/08 07:14 PM

We gotta do a raw bar, SB. I MAY even be talked into going to City Island. ;\)
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 03/21/08 07:34 PM

City Island? Where's that?

We had this great seafood buffet near us when we first got married, but it was a bit pricey ($28 pp in the late 1980s was expensive) and we only used to go once or twice a year. They had a raw bar, shrimp cocktail, tons of seafood salads, fried fish, and all the steamed lobster you could eat. Plus, a fantastic dessert table, including make your own sundaes.

We went there once with my brother and his wife. My brother had recently gained some weight and couldn't fit into a suit. He found an old navy blue sports jacket with red stitching in the back of his closet, so all night long we called him Captain Kangaroo. Anyway, we sat there through two seatings. All we did was point to other people while we were stuffing our faces, and talk about how much food they were taking from the buffet. I think I ate two and a half lobsters.

We tried to make another reservation a few months later, and they told us that they had discontinued the buffet. I thought Mr. Babe was going to cry. We told my brother that they said that some big fat guy in a Captain Kangaroo jacket put them out of business.
Posted By: SC

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 03/21/08 07:42 PM

 Originally Posted By: Sicilian Babe
We told my brother that they said that some big fat guy in a Captain Kangaroo jacket put them out of business.


You're mean!

I'm not much of a fan of seafood, but that sounds like it was my kind of place!
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 03/21/08 07:46 PM

The food was really great. I can't tell you how much we laughed at that jacket, though (and still do).
Posted By: J Geoff

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 03/22/08 06:00 AM


I was starving, and DIEING that it was Friday cuz no quick food is meatless apparently. Ended up going out w/ a couple friends for karaoke at an Italian place I hadn't been to since I was a kid w/ my family, and back then they had a great carbonara. Alas, 25+ years later it wasn't on the menu any more, so just got an order of calamari and eggplant rollatini... not bad, not terrific... unlike most of the singing...
Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 03/22/08 11:06 AM

I have'nt karaoke'd in years....

Which is no bad thing probably ;\)
Posted By: pizzaboy

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 03/22/08 01:53 PM

 Originally Posted By: Santino_Brasi
 Originally Posted By: pizzaboy
I have nice red snapper for tonight and couple dozen littleneck clams. I'll probably broil the snapper and make some clam sauce as a side dish.


you'll save me the leftovers right?


There are none!
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 03/22/08 05:09 PM

We went to a local Italian place. I had the baked ziti with eggplant, my daughter had gnocchi alfredo, and my husband had gnocchi with a four cheese sauce. The gnocchi was outstanding, but the ziti was only so-so. I got it because it used to be fantastic, but maybe I had built it up too much in my mind. Ah, well. The tartufo almost made up for it.
Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 03/25/08 09:54 PM

A very tasty chicken curry.
Posted By: pizzaboy

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 03/25/08 09:55 PM

Chili
Posted By: klydon1

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 03/25/08 11:44 PM

Pasta and meat sauce...(I mean gravy).
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 03/26/08 03:00 AM

Klyd, NOW you got it right!

It was so sunny today that we decided to grill some steaks. Well, by 7:00 a stiff breeze had sprung up and it was COLD out there. Still, it was nice to have some meat fresh off the grill, accompanied by some rice and stir-fried mushrooms, onions and fresh garlic. It sort of almost felt like a summer dinner.
Posted By: Longneck

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 03/26/08 06:13 AM

Taco Bell....Then McDonalds.
Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 03/26/08 10:12 PM

Mince pies with chips.
Posted By: klydon1

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 03/27/08 02:45 AM

 Originally Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas
Mince pies with chips.
What goes in those pies, other than meat? You've got my mouth watering.
Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 03/27/08 09:04 AM

 Originally Posted By: klydon1
 Originally Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas
Mince pies with chips.
What goes in those pies, other than meat? You've got my mouth watering.


The mince ones just have minced beef and onion in them Klyd.

Serve them with chips(fries to you guys obviously) and garden peas. Slather some ketchup over your chips and hey presto \:\)

I am lucky that my wife loves to bake and she is damn good at it to!
We often have pie frenzies here of a night time
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 03/27/08 04:03 PM

Spaghetti Carbonara with a nice plate of fresh mozzarella first.
Posted By: klydon1

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 03/27/08 05:21 PM

Tonight it's pork roast with asparagus and carrots in the crock pot.
Posted By: J Geoff

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 03/27/08 11:47 PM


I had a very nice chicken pot pie at the restaurant next to the laundromat...
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 03/28/08 12:56 AM

Geoff did his laundry!! Wow! It must be spring!

After the wonderful spaghetti carbonara last night, tonight's meatloaf was sort of a letdown. Booooooring.
Posted By: SC

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 03/28/08 07:34 AM

 Originally Posted By: Sicilian Babe
Geoff did his laundry!! Wow! It must be spring!


Tom's River is now a brown river (after the laundry water emptied into it).
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 03/28/08 10:42 AM

Especially if he used my method for washing whites.
Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 03/28/08 02:05 PM

Last night was lasagne!
Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 03/29/08 04:15 PM

Last night we had Chinese,chicken and king prawns in garlic with fried rice!

Very nice.

Tonight is spaghetti bolognese.
Posted By: Longneck

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 03/29/08 06:17 PM

It's very warm

Clear
42.2 °F / 5.7 °C
Clear
Windchill: 37 °F / 3 °C

so I am going to grill tonight.

Italian Sausages, Chicken, and Veggies.

Posted By: klydon1

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 03/31/08 03:03 PM

i marinated some strip steaks in olive oil, soy sauce and Montreal seasonings for a day before grilling them. We rounded the dinner out with a salad, baked beans and garlic bread.
Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 03/31/08 03:12 PM

Yesterday we had a lovely chicken dinner!

Today we are having salad with fish i believe?
Posted By: Don Cardi

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 03/31/08 11:16 PM

 Originally Posted By: klydon1
i marinated some strip steaks in olive oil, soy sauce and Montreal seasonings for a day before grilling them.


NIIIIICE!!!!! ;\)

I had pot roast with potatoes and assorted veggies.
Posted By: XDCX

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 04/01/08 12:14 AM

Last night my girlfriend cooked some pork chops in a spicy Mexican tomato sauce. She fried up some beans and we ate them with corn tortillas. Delicious!

I don't know what we're having tonight.
Posted By: Don Cardi

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 04/01/08 01:52 AM

 Originally Posted By: XDCX
......spicy Mexican tomato sauce.....some beans and we ate them with corn tortillas.......

I don't know what we're having tonight.


Gas?


;\)
Posted By: klydon1

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 04/01/08 11:46 AM

 Originally Posted By: Don Cardi
 Originally Posted By: XDCX
......spicy Mexican tomato sauce.....some beans and we ate them with corn tortillas.......

I don't know what we're having tonight.


Gas?


;\)


Posted By: Longneck

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 04/01/08 05:08 PM

Last night went to a new place, ordered a medium well filet, it came rare. Sent it back, it came back charcoal. Told them I didn't want it.

I got the bill and they said "we went ahead and comped 65% of the steak for you,"

who the hell tries that shit?

I ended up getting all of it comped because I didn't eat it. I told them if they are going to charge me for it they can make me another one.
Posted By: SC

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 04/01/08 05:15 PM

Thats pretty nervy, Longneck. I wouldn't have paid, either.
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 04/01/08 06:41 PM

LN, that really is ridiculous. How can they charge you for 35% of something you didn't eat? I have noticed problems getting a steak the way I want it lately. However, most of the restaurants we've had problems with not only fixed me a new one, but then took it off the bill, too. My husband says that as long as they keep overcooking my steaks, I'm a pretty cheap date.
Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 04/01/08 07:26 PM

Burgers,chips and salad!
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 04/01/08 10:40 PM

A nice london broil that has been marinating in red wine, soy sauce, garlic and onion powder, black pepper and ketchup. Then some fries (or chips as Yogi would say) and a salad.
Posted By: JRCX

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 04/02/08 04:43 AM

Which restaurant was this in LN? Maybe we should start a blacklist lol
Posted By: Longneck

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 04/02/08 06:11 PM

 Originally Posted By: JRCX
Which restaurant was this in LN? Maybe we should start a blacklist lol


Paparazzi in Valparaiso,IN!

\:p

I'd go back for drinks and their meatball appetizer...both of those were good.
Posted By: klydon1

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 04/02/08 07:20 PM

 Originally Posted By: Sicilian Babe
A nice london broil that has been marinating in red wine, soy sauce, garlic and onion powder, black pepper and ketchup. Then some fries (or chips as Yogi would say) and a salad.


That sounds like a nice marinade. I haven't made many London broils. I just never had good luck cooking or grilling them. how do you do yours?
Posted By: Mignon

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 04/02/08 07:49 PM

A roast with taters,baby carrots and I haven't made up my mind what other kind of veggie yet.
Posted By: Longneck

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 04/02/08 09:45 PM

Not sure, but I'm starving...
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 04/03/08 01:14 AM

Klyd, I only buy the top round. I also take a minute or two and beat it with a meat hammer. Then I marinate it for about two hours before throwing it on a very hot grill for 7-10 minutes (3-5 per side), depending on the thickness. We do like our meat pretty rare, so that time may not be "average".
Posted By: SC

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 04/03/08 07:52 AM

 Originally Posted By: Sicilian Babe
I also take a minute or two and beat it with a meat hammer.


You can go blind if you beat your meat.
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 04/03/08 09:57 AM

Not if you use a hammer, but I DO wear glasses now that you mention it.
Posted By: Mignon

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 04/03/08 11:55 AM

 Originally Posted By: SC
 Originally Posted By: Sicilian Babe
I also take a minute or two and beat it with a meat hammer.


You can go blind if you beat your meat.


Or the palms of your hands will grow hair.
Posted By: klydon1

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 04/03/08 02:21 PM

 Originally Posted By: Sicilian Babe
Klyd, I only buy the top round. I also take a minute or two and beat it with a meat hammer. Then I marinate it for about two hours before throwing it on a very hot grill for 7-10 minutes (3-5 per side), depending on the thickness. We do like our meat pretty rare, so that time may not be "average".


Thanks, SB. I'll give it another try this Spring.
Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 04/03/08 07:26 PM

Last night we had chicken taglietelle!

Tonight we had fish and chips!
Posted By: Mignon

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 04/04/08 01:13 AM

Leftover roast.
Posted By: Don Cardi

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 04/04/08 08:02 PM

I have an urge for broiled Lobster Tails. Going to try and talk the family into going out to a seafood restaurant tonight.
Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 04/04/08 08:30 PM

Pizza!
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 04/04/08 08:58 PM

My daughter now works as a hostess at a place that gives children's parties, usually four or five per weekend. Most of the time, the parents don't want the leftover food, so she ends up bringing it home. Last weekend, she brought home three pizzas and half a cake. We froze half the pizza and we still had a ton in the fridge. I am totally sick of pizza right now (until she brings the next one home).

Since we can finally have meat again on Fridays, my youngest has requested KFC for dinner tonight. Although I will probably feel sick afterwards, I do enjoy the Extra Crispy.
Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 04/04/08 09:02 PM

Any extra pizza you don't want SB,you can send over to me ;\)
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 04/04/08 09:26 PM

Will do, Yogi. It might be cold by the time it gets there, though.
Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 04/04/08 09:28 PM

I have a microwave. It will be ok \:\)
Posted By: Beth E

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 04/04/08 10:27 PM

 Originally Posted By: Sicilian Babe
My daughter now works as a hostess at a place that gives children's parties,


Chuck E Cheese?
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 04/05/08 01:58 AM

No, she actually works at the all time smartest company in the world. They sell those ridiculously expensive swingsets. They have a party room filled with all their equipment. The kids come and play for 2 hours, eat pizza and cake, and then say, "Mommy, I want that swing set." It is hands down the most creative marketing strategy I've ever encountered.
Posted By: klydon1

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 04/05/08 10:07 PM

Some friends are coming over with their kids tonight to watch the basketball games. I stopped at an Italian specialty store in Pittston that has a turn of the century feel to it, and picked up some porketta, which I'm roasting.
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 04/06/08 02:24 AM

Went to Arthur Avenue in the Bronx for dinner. I had an amazingly delicious chicken and shrimp francese for dinner. It was out of this world. Before dinner, I was able to squeeze in a quick trip to Teitel Brothers and picked up some Prosciutto di Parma, imported Mortadella and a wedge of Ricotta Salatta to bring home. After dinner we stopped at Egidio's and got some pastry.
Posted By: Mignon

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 04/06/08 05:07 AM

My son wanted to go to Outback for his B-day dinner. I'll never get rid of my cheese fries thighs
Posted By: J Geoff

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 04/06/08 06:19 AM


2 Nathan's dogs w/ cheese, then later a porkroll/egg/cheese sandwich. Yesterday, 2 more Nathan's and a few pieces of fried chicken. Day before that, same thing.

This diet is going well! \:\/
Posted By: Beth E

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 04/06/08 01:09 PM

Cheese on your Nathan's dogs? Blasphemy!
Posted By: J Geoff

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 04/06/08 04:14 PM

 Originally Posted By: Beth E
Cheese on your Nathan's dogs? Blasphemy!

I don't tell you how to eat crab cakes, do I? \:p (they're awesome with horseradish sauce, by the way ) ;\)
Posted By: Beth E

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 04/06/08 04:19 PM

Did you at least try the ketchup with the relish? \:\)

I prefer my crab cakes bare.
Posted By: J Geoff

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 04/06/08 05:33 PM


A bare crabcake sounds pretty good - if spicy enough.

I despise relish. \:x And prefer mustard on my dogs. Maybe a little sauerkraut, but not too much. \:p
Posted By: Don Cardi

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 04/06/08 05:57 PM

Later this afternoon we are going out for Japanese food at a place called ARIRANG HIBACHI STEAKHOUSE which is probably my daughter's favorite restaurant.
Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 04/07/08 01:44 PM

Yesterday we had mince and dumplings.

Today we are having a home-made spicy curry!
Posted By: Mignon

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 04/07/08 03:01 PM

We had Mexican yesterday.
Posted By: Don Cardi

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 04/07/08 11:04 PM

 Originally Posted By: Mignon
We had Mexican yesterday.


And you'll have a repeat of it today! ;\)

Tonight it's grilled chicken over sauteed spinach with a nice fresh garden salad on the side.
Posted By: Don Cardi

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 04/09/08 01:38 AM

This evening, my most valued and trusted friend treated me to a wonderful dinner at a really good Chinese restaurant. It's always a great night when you can enjoy good food and great company.
Posted By: SC

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 04/09/08 01:45 AM

Hey... thats odd... I had a good dinner with great company too!!
Posted By: Don Cardi

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 04/09/08 01:53 AM

Try the Mongolian Beef....it's the best in the city.
Posted By: JRCX

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 04/09/08 02:46 AM

 Originally Posted By: Don Cardi
This evening, my most valued and trusted friend treated me to a wonderful dinner at a really good Chinese restaurant. It's always a great night when you can enjoy good food and great company.


Valued & Trusted? Who is that, Gin & Tonic?
Posted By: J Geoff

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 04/09/08 06:45 AM

 Originally Posted By: JRCX
Valued & Trusted? Who is that, Gin & Tonic?


Calm down with those $100 Kobe-vodka shots \:p
Posted By: Don Cardi

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 04/09/08 11:46 AM

 Originally Posted By: JRCX
 Originally Posted By: Don Cardi
This evening, my most valued and trusted friend treated me to a wonderful dinner at a really good Chinese restaurant. It's always a great night when you can enjoy good food and great company.


Valued & Trusted? Who is that, Gin & Tonic?





No. More like a Scotch and Club.

;\)
Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 04/09/08 02:20 PM

Sausage casserole last night,something else tonight!
Posted By: Mignon

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 04/09/08 06:29 PM

Garlic bread, Spaghetti and a salad. Don't know about dinner tonight.
Posted By: JRCX

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 04/09/08 07:18 PM

 Originally Posted By: J Geoff
 Originally Posted By: JRCX
Valued & Trusted? Who is that, Gin & Tonic?


Calm down with those $100 Kobe-vodka shots \:p



Now there is an idea! Tomorrow I have an order coming from exoticmeats.com -- getting tired of the same old thing, so I thought I would try some wild game like elk, llama, moose, should be interesting (I hope!). I couldn't bring myself to order the black bear, plus it was very expensive!
Posted By: klydon1

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 04/09/08 07:23 PM

 Originally Posted By: JRCX

Now there is an idea! Tomorrow I have an order coming from exoticmeats.com -- getting tired of the same old thing, so I thought I would try some wild game like elk, llama, moose, should be interesting (I hope!). I couldn't bring myself to order the black bear, plus it was very expensive!


I've had elk and moose, but not llama. I know a man, who bought some llama steaks at a farm. I asked him what it tasted like, and he said, "ostrich."
Posted By: chopper

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 04/09/08 09:38 PM

Steak Cheese and Onion Sub fro you guessed it Subway.
Posted By: JRCX

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 04/09/08 10:35 PM

Ostrich has to be the worst, I rarely, very rarely eat something I dont like, but ostrich had the worst taste, I tried killing it with like every steak sauce and/or condiment I had, thats one thing I WON'T revisit. I am very excited about the wild boar ribs though!!
Posted By: J Geoff

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 04/09/08 11:01 PM


Must've been the batch you got. I've gotten ostrich burgers before and they were pretty good -- no overwhelming/bad taste at all, and a lot less fat than beef. I even made ostrich chili once, but it didn't hold up like beef and got a bit mushy, but it still tasted great!
Posted By: JRCX

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 04/09/08 11:22 PM

Its a very lean animal and almost no fat, so no flavor (the fat keeps it moist and gives it flavor), the taste is just the gamey-ness of the pure meat that you have to salt the hell out of or hide. Maybe it was a bad batch, but at this point, im too gun-shy to try it again anytime soon, not with everything else that is out there LOL.
Posted By: Longneck

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 04/10/08 04:14 AM

 Originally Posted By: JRCX
I thought I would try some wild game like elk, llama, moose, should be interesting (I hope!). I couldn't bring myself to order the black bear, plus it was very expensive!


There's a restaurant in Chicago called The Gage that has stuff like this, I think there is one chicken dish and no beef dishes.

The Elk there was awesome. I don't think they had any Bear though...

------------------------------

Tonight I grilled some pork steaks in the dark and made some potatoes with seasoning salt, onions, cheese, and olive oil in the oven.
Posted By: JRCX

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 04/10/08 04:40 AM

Well, black bear has become a problem in the areas which they are populated, they have over populated, so a ban has been lifted to hunt them for game... I love bears, so i am awkward about killing/eating them, but it it will save lives and if thinning the "crowd" will help other bears from starving to death or attacking someone taking out the garbage, its the lesser of 2 evils... I just wonder what it tastes like.
Posted By: Mignon

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 04/10/08 01:23 PM

Buffalo is pretty good.
Posted By: klydon1

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 04/10/08 02:29 PM

 Originally Posted By: JRCX
I love bears, so i am awkward about killing/eating them, but it it will save lives and if thinning the "crowd" will help other bears from starving to death or attacking someone taking out the garbage, its the lesser of 2 evils... I just wonder what it tastes like.


I have seen black bears in state parks in PA when I was young. Like Yogi Bear, they were mostly scavenging for food. I also have seen them while I was hiking in woods many years ago. It's hard to encounter them as they pick up your scent before you're in view, and avoid you. Both times I saw bears on these occasions, I was turning around, looking backwards. The bears had likely picked up our scent and circled around us out of fear, and then took a peak back to see who we were.

Every summer a rogue black bear or two finds his way into a neighborhood and ups in a tree. wildlife officials are called to tranqilize the bear and return it to the woods. Last year, the news showed the clip of the bear being shot with a trnquilizer, stirring a bit, and then falling on top of a police car crushing the roof.

i like bears too, and have had black bear steaks. They were very good, but had to be tenderized and marinated.
Posted By: JRCX

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 04/10/08 04:21 PM

Did they taste like steak? a lot of fat? I'm curious but with all the other meats to choose from i can hold off on that one... i'm obviously not a vegetarian, but there are some animals I will avoid out of guilt lol.
Posted By: klydon1

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 04/10/08 04:58 PM

 Originally Posted By: JRCX
Did they taste like steak? a lot of fat? I'm curious but with all the other meats to choose from i can hold off on that one... i'm obviously not a vegetarian, but there are some animals I will avoid out of guilt lol.


It tasted a little like steak, maybe closer to venison. It was a little less moist than a steak, which is why it was marinated. I was also told that you get best results from a younger bear.
Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 04/10/08 05:28 PM

Just had spaghetti and meatballs!

Lovely.
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 04/10/08 06:45 PM

Took some cheese and basil sausage out of the freezer to cook on the grill. I tend to burn it, which I try to convince the family is the best way - seared on the outside and juicy on the inside. They seem doubtful, though.
Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 04/10/08 06:54 PM

Don't worry SB!

I can burn water \:\)
Posted By: pizzaboy

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 04/10/08 10:51 PM

I turned the barbecue on tonight. Just burgers, spinach and a tomato salad, but just the smell of it put me in a "summery" mood. \:\)
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 04/11/08 12:01 AM

For once I didn't burn the sausage! We had the sausage, a tomato salad, fresh green beans and some mac n cheese.
Posted By: Mignon

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 04/11/08 02:44 AM

I can go for some green beans. Wht do you use to season the beans with SB?
Posted By: JRCX

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 04/11/08 03:28 AM

I love greenbeans when they are lightly sauteed with garlic, extra virgin olive oil, salt & pepper...

I had a last min biz meeting tonite, so we went to Tiffany's for ribs, I have to say, it wasnt as good as the last time I was there, they had some of the best ribs anywhere, but now I wonder if they are sending all their best food stock to their new location to pump up the reviews there \:\(
Posted By: Santino Brasi

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 04/11/08 08:43 AM

 Originally Posted By: Don Cardi
 Originally Posted By: Santino_Brasi
Palm bay, it is near Orlando


Palm Bay, huh? About an hour - hour and 15 minutes from Orlando, right? I'm somewhat familiar with it. Back in the mid to late 90's, I had a very good client who lived and worked out of Palm Bay. Whenever he came up to New York I always took him out for dinner. He'd constantly talk about this place where he lived named Sorentos. ( I'll never forget the name because he always brought up the same place whenever we talked about Italian Restaurants ). So one time while I was vacationing down in Orlando, I drove over to Palm Bay to meet him for lunch and he took me to Sorentos. They had pretty good Italian food from what I remember. You familiar with the place?


I can't find it anywhere, you couldn't scrounge up an address or something? could ya?
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 04/11/08 10:34 AM

 Originally Posted By: Mignon
I can go for some green beans. Wht do you use to season the beans with SB?


Just steamed them, and then salt and butter. They were pretty good for fresh.
Posted By: Mignon

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 04/11/08 11:55 AM

I've never had steamed green beans. I'll have to try that.
Posted By: Don Cardi

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 04/11/08 12:26 PM

 Originally Posted By: Santino_Brasi
 Originally Posted By: Don Cardi
 Originally Posted By: Santino_Brasi
Palm bay, it is near Orlando


Palm Bay, huh? About an hour - hour and 15 minutes from Orlando, right? I'm somewhat familiar with it. Back in the mid to late 90's, I had a very good client who lived and worked out of Palm Bay. Whenever he came up to New York I always took him out for dinner. He'd constantly talk about this place where he lived named Sorentos. ( I'll never forget the name because he always brought up the same place whenever we talked about Italian Restaurants ). So one time while I was vacationing down in Orlando, I drove over to Palm Bay to meet him for lunch and he took me to Sorentos. They had pretty good Italian food from what I remember. You familiar with the place?


I can't find it anywhere, you couldn't scrounge up an address or something? could ya?


That was a long time ago and I was only there once. Who knows if it's even there anymore? I have absolutely no idea of the address or exact location. All I know is that my former client was from there and I met him at that restaurant for lunch one time. Sorry.




 Originally Posted By: JRCX
I love greenbeans when they are lightly sauteed with garlic, extra virgin olive oil, salt & pepper...




Next time you make them, add some thinly sliced almonds to them.
Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 04/11/08 04:06 PM

I don't know what i am having yet tonight but i have a craving for Chinese!
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 04/11/08 07:38 PM

I love almonds with green beans, but my kids hate nuts, DC.
Posted By: Don Cardi

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 04/11/08 07:47 PM

 Originally Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas
I don't know what i am having yet tonight but i have a craving for Chinese!



Then have it! Some nice Hot and Sour soup, som Dim Sum, Spare Ribs, Moo Shu Pork, and Butterfly Shrimp with Bacon. Damn. You're putting me in the mood for it now!

Actually I'm making some home made Pizzas tonight.


A white ricotta and mozzarella pie, and a Fresh Mozz and Tomato sauce pie.
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 04/11/08 08:05 PM

 Originally Posted By: Don Cardi

Actually I'm making some home made Pizzas tonight.


Mr. Babe is having a poker night with the guys tonight. What time should me and the girls be over???
Posted By: Don Smitty

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 04/11/08 08:06 PM

a homemade pizza sounds good!

ds
Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 04/11/08 08:11 PM

Had a home made stir fry with noodles,bean shoots,water chestnuts,chillies & prawns and chicken in it.
Posted By: JRCX

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 04/12/08 10:42 PM

Yakity Yak, it didn't talk back... tasted almost identical to steak (they are from the same family), it was good, but not at nearly double the price, at least I can say I tried it, but I am willing to bet no one (including myself) would have said it was anything other than steak if they didn't already know it was Yak.
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 04/13/08 02:39 AM

Is there supposed to be some nutritional value to eating yak vs. beef, JR??
Posted By: JRCX

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 04/13/08 03:28 AM

Well its healthier for the one reason is that they eat an all grass diet and never injected with hormones or whatever they pump up other animals with... I got some info from this website last nite, but again, I don't subscribe to the "once you had yak you never go back" theory... its identical to steak on the plate and in your mouth \:\)

http://www.moscowfood.coop/meat/yak.html
Posted By: Don Cardi

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 04/13/08 01:33 PM

 Originally Posted By: JRCX
Yakity Yak, it didn't talk back...



Take out the papers and the trash.
Or you don't get no spendin cash.
If you don't scrub that kitchen floor,
You ain't gonna rock and roll no more,
Yakity Yak. Don't talk back!
Posted By: JRCX

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 04/13/08 06:55 PM

I wonder how many others got that reference... im a retro 50s & 60s nut... not so much doo wop, but mostly the rat pack genere... if you are into that too, check out lottalivin.com \:\)
Posted By: Don Cardi

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 04/13/08 06:59 PM

 Originally Posted By: JRCX

but mostly the rat pack genere... if you are into that too, check out lottalivin.com \:\)


Lottalivin.com

"There are girls just ripe for the kissing...
"And Cadillacs all shiny and new.
"Life's a Ball if only you know it.
"We've gotta a Lotta Living to do."


Conrad Birdie!


For RAT PACK lovers.

Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 04/14/08 02:41 AM

If you're looking for Angus Beef that's been fed a strictly vegetarian diet and that's hormone-free, one of the guys I work with raises beef cattle. I've been dying to buy some from him for years now, but the smallest order he will fill is for 1/4 of a cow. What am I going to do with that? I don't have a freezer.
Posted By: Don Cardi

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 04/14/08 03:02 AM

You should be able to buy Angus Beef directly from your butcher.
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 04/14/08 03:11 AM

A butcher? Like a real butcher with sawdust on the floor? Hell, we haven't had one around here in YEARS.
Posted By: JRCX

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 04/14/08 03:26 AM

Tonite I had broccoli rabe, orichietta & wild boar sausage (instead of regular, just to try something different)... they put some spice in there I can't think of, maybe nutmeg? It definitely didnt taste like boar, so they over spiced it... anyway sorry to "boar" you all :-D
Posted By: JRCX

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 04/14/08 03:33 AM

I've seen black angus steak in supermarkets, local steak places too, butchers are hard to come by, luckily I have an old school italian butcher here in town... he is almost like the soup nazi... small little store, I remember just after Sept 11, 2001 he put afghanistan's flag over his doormat... very political, often misunderstood (My Godfather was a butcher too, something about carving meat all day must get to you after awhile lol) but its sad to see these guys fading from the food scene... if you live in Manhattan, I know there are a ton of them, but those who live in smaller towns, the only option is a supermarket or having to drive miles further (bring a cooler, it might be worth it)...
Posted By: J Geoff

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 04/14/08 07:10 AM


Why buy mere Angus when real, true Kobe is so prevalent here in the US, apparently! (no, I won't let it die already! )
Posted By: Longneck

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 04/14/08 07:14 AM

It's 3am (there) Geoff, why are you up!?

I baked some frozen chicken things, wooo.
Posted By: J Geoff

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 04/14/08 07:25 AM


It's only 3am, why shouldn't I still be up?? \:p
Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 04/14/08 01:28 PM

 Originally Posted By: Sicilian Babe
A butcher? Like a real butcher with sawdust on the floor? Hell, we haven't had one around here in YEARS.


Same over here.

A lot of the old little shops on out high streets have been closed down due to the rise and rise of the supermarkets.

I know it makes sense to be able to get everything from the same place but i miss the days of being able to go to different shops to get our stuff.
I used to do that as a boy with my Nana,carried her shopping bags for her. Happy memories \:\)


Now i just push a cart round the market whilst my wife throws everything in. It's soul destroying \:\/

And don't get me started on them car parks ;\)
Posted By: Don Cardi

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 04/14/08 11:18 PM

 Originally Posted By: Sicilian Babe
A butcher? Like a real butcher with sawdust on the floor? Hell, we haven't had one around here in YEARS.


How about an Italian Pork Store?

Luckily we still have several traditional Butcher/Pork stores here on Staten Island.
Posted By: pizzaboy

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 04/14/08 11:49 PM

Chicken livers sauteed with peppers and onions, side order of string beans and potatoes marinara.
Posted By: klydon1

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 04/15/08 12:01 AM

Ribeye steaks on the grill, mashed potatoes and corn.
Posted By: Don Cardi

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 04/15/08 02:09 AM

Veal DiParma at a Restaurant on Long Island called Cirella's. Veal made with fresh Mozzarella, Prisciutto and diced tomatoes over spinach.

Excellent!



Posted By: Mignon

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 04/15/08 02:14 AM

I wanted to grill steaks today but it is to friggin cold. So I has Spaghetti instead. And it wasn't O's DC \:p
Posted By: Meggie

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 04/15/08 02:21 AM

a turkey sandwich w/let and tom on a croissant
Posted By: JRCX

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 04/15/08 03:50 AM

I made some bay scallops with linguine and sliced cherry tomatoes... and drank the rest of the white wine i used to cook it with (o=
Posted By: JRCX

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 04/15/08 04:02 AM

JGeoff's TO DO List:

1) Go to bed before 3am
2) Get up before Noon
3) Stop obsessing about kobe beef
4) Help SicilianCulture.com get back up to speed
5) Start returning phone calls and emails instead of staying up till 3am doing nothing except obsessing over cattle.
Posted By: Longneck

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 04/15/08 04:21 AM

He was up till at least 5...

What kind of scoundrel stays up that late?

...My wife used some canned jalepenos for the italian beef today...the fresh ones ususally aren't that spicy so she dumps in 3/4ths the jar. It's spicy.

...not that there's anything wrong with that.
Posted By: JRCX

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 04/15/08 04:31 AM

LOL, i went to Tiffany's the other night and my underboss kept me waiting, so i ordered the nachos since I hadn't eaten all day. It was topped with jalepenos, but i mean, no spice at all, i get them spicier out of a jar from the supermarket... when he finally arrived, he said he can't stand spicy, I laughed, a canoli was more spicy than these things... sadly, Chili's has killer jalepenos... their nachos are the best, I am sorry to say...
Posted By: Don Cardi

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 04/15/08 12:45 PM

 Originally Posted By: JRCX
JGeoff's TO DO List:

....4) Help SicilianCulture.com get back up to speed




Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 04/15/08 02:59 PM

 Originally Posted By: JRCX
JGeoff's TO DO List:


Sounds more like JR's WISH list.

Last night we had kielbasa on the grill with a salad and potato knishes. Not bad at ALL.

I think I'm going to grill some country style ribs tonight.
Posted By: pizzaboy

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 04/15/08 03:01 PM

No sauerkraut?
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 04/15/08 03:11 PM

 Originally Posted By: pizzaboy
No sauerkraut?
\:x I hate sauerkraut. The smell absolutely turns my stomach.
Posted By: pizzaboy

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 04/15/08 03:11 PM

Smells even better on the way out.
Posted By: Mignon

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 04/15/08 05:18 PM

 Originally Posted By: Sicilian Babe
 Originally Posted By: pizzaboy
No sauerkraut?
\:x I hate sauerkraut. The smell absolutely turns my stomach.


Ya gotta have saurkraut with the kielbasa. That like eating a pizza without sauce.
Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 04/16/08 02:43 PM

Tonight we are having chilli beef stew!
Posted By: JRCX

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 04/16/08 10:43 PM

I had some Antelope sausage on the grill with broccoli rabe. Honestly, they pulverize the hell out of it so it looks and tastes more like bratwurst or a hotdog than anything related to venison (which they claim it tastes like) -- same powerful spice as in the wild boar sausage -- wow... 0 for 3 in the exotic meats delivery... I am looking forward to the wild boar ribs -- I TRUST those were not altered in anyway with seasoning, etc...!
Posted By: JRCX

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 04/17/08 02:54 AM

I am watching a local NYC station and they were showing some of the most expensive "simple" foods in Manhattan, it included a giant kobe beef hotdog for $20 (Old Homestead Steakhouse); $1000 omlette made with sevruga caviar; and a $100 cheesesteak, made with kobe beef... the only thing that sounds interesting is the $100 cheesesteak, with kobe beef it must be amazing, a hot dog made with it? why pulverize the hell out of it and pack it into a sausage? same as the caviar omlette -- it can stand on its own with some nice icy vodka, no need to add eggs, potatoes and lox!
Posted By: Don Cardi

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 04/18/08 12:23 AM

 Originally Posted By: JRCX

....a $100 cheesesteak, made with kobe beef... the only thing that sounds interesting is the $100 cheesesteak, with kobe beef it must be amazing,


You can't understand why they would use a beef that is supposed to be that good for that kind of money to make a hot dog, but yet you think that a kobe Cheesesteak sandwich sounds amazing?

In my opinion, I think that it's ridiculous to take a kobe beef that expensive and use it to smother in grease, onions and cheese. If you're going to eat something that's supposed to be that good for that kind of money, then I want to taste it for what it is, on it's own, and not have it's supposed fantastic taste disguised by other toppings or ingredients.

Mine as well put Ketchup on it for that matter.

Geoff is right. You are totally obsessed with this kobe beef. \:p ;\)
Posted By: J Geoff

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 04/18/08 01:19 AM


You mean Kobe-STYLE beef ;\)
Posted By: JRCX

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 04/18/08 02:53 AM

NO, i meant KOBE. I am willing to bet that NO one could taste the difference side by side. I AM NOT obsessed with kobe, in fact, i think i've had it twice in my life. Its just the caviar of beef, I didn't write the TV program, but the producer thought 3 out of 5 dishes should include kobe, maybe its a trend ;P As for ruining it, i agree, it stands good on its own, but for it to be minced into a hot dog makes no sense as part of it is the texture, however, thinly sliced is how you are going to eat it anyway, right? You have to admit thats a bit more "pure" and uncompromised than ground/grinding it up and putting it in a burger, but not everything you have to have in its most pure form everytime. Ever have a grilled gruyere cheese and caviar sandwich? When i saw it in a magazine I thought it was blasphemy, however, that didnt stop me from trying it, and it the most deliscious thing in the world - not sure I would do it with beluga, but with sevruga, why not??
Posted By: J Geoff

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 04/18/08 04:21 AM


 Originally Posted By: JRCX
NO, i meant KOBE.


So they flew the beef in from Japan then? It's not from the USA? Cuz as you (don't) know, it's ONLY (true) "Kobe" if it's from Japan! \:p ;\)
Posted By: JRCX

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 04/18/08 05:22 AM

Yes, and Champagne is only from France, but that is FRENCH law and not US Law, a rose by any name is still the same... In this case, i have no clue where it came from, midwest with same proceedures/climate as japan or japan itself, who knows... Even the FRENCH (need i repeat the FRENCH) admit that many american products are better than those in europe or abroad, california/napa is mostly to be credited for this. California is basically the same climate/conditions as you have in italy, france, etc... no wonder why they call it the "Golden State" -- Perhaps you remember when we attended FFC's GF DVD party in Brooklyn, we entered the pasta plant and there was a HUGE oversized Californian flag draped from the cieling... back in Y2k I was a bit offended: who is HE to come into brooklyn and parade the CA flag?? Now I know why, it IS the golden state and it rivals wine, olive oil, and many other products over the rest of the world... I am now pretty comfortable with that... No country has a patent on any product. The only country that comes close is Cuba... its geography, climate, soil and production cancels out any other cigar in the world, except KEY WEST, they come VERY close... otherwise, any climate/condition can be replicated in today's world.
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 04/18/08 10:28 AM

You know, for a man who eats those dreadful-looking White Rose hamburgers, you're quite a food snob, JG. \:p
Posted By: J Geoff

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 04/18/08 10:47 AM




US law always supersedes other laws around the world -- we know better! No need to respect any other country's "laws".

California (and NY for that matter) makes sparkling wine, not Champagne! \:p

If you were proud enough of the US, there'd be no need to pretend you're consuming something from abroad. Wagyu isn't anything to be embarrassed by.

Kobe, if you didn't know, is a city in Japan. Used as an adjective, it means something is from there. They may make "New York style" or "Chicago style" pizza there -- would you call it true NY or Chicago pizza if you were there?

Didn't think so. ;\)
Posted By: J Geoff

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 04/18/08 10:50 AM

 Originally Posted By: Sicilian Babe
You know, for a man who eats those dreadful-looking White Rose hamburgers, you're quite a food snob, JG. \:p

If we end up in NB this summer, I'll buy lunch from there! You'll see...! \:D
Posted By: Don Cardi

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 04/18/08 04:48 PM

 Originally Posted By: J Geoff



If you were proud enough of the US, there'd be no need to pretend you're consuming something from abroad. Wagyu isn't anything to be embarrassed by.



POW!!!!!




Posted By: JRCX

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 04/18/08 06:04 PM

I am very proud to be an American, its insane to even make that argument, especially since I NEVER buy any french products in fact, I try to ONLY buy products 1) from USA and 2) from Italy -- I guess I can only get caviar and vodka from Russia then? When someone says champagne, its a generic word for sparkling wine... remember, anything that is 100 year or older automatically becomes a generic term like Asprin.

I guess it really sux that since we are not in Italy, we are forced to "go out for italian-like food" here in the USA. Unless, its a dump in a stripmall like where you took me last time, then its just plain garbage, oh, wait, can I say that or do I have to get permission from the sanitation department to label it as such because it was eaten off site and not at the local city dump? LMAO.

When restaurants use the term kobe beef, everyone knows what they mean, no one questions it, well, one i guess, I'd love to see you arguing with a chef with a sharp knife in his hand lol.

Enjoy the "summer-like" day today, oh jeez, its only spring, sorry! Or, as Al Gore would say... go outside and feel guilty about global warming. You two must be a blast at parties!
Posted By: JRCX

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 04/18/08 06:38 PM

BTW Don Cardi, Geoff doesn't need a cheerleading squad, UNLESS of course you ENJOY dressing up like britney spears and using pom poms LOL ;-)
Posted By: Mignon

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 04/18/08 06:41 PM

 Originally Posted By: JRCX
When restaurants use the term kobe beef, everyone knows what they mean, no one questions it, well, one i guess, I'd love to see you arguing with a chef with a sharp knife in his hand lol.


Well not everybody
Posted By: SC

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 04/18/08 06:46 PM

 Originally Posted By: Mignon
 Originally Posted By: JRCX
When restaurants use the term kobe beef, everyone knows what they mean, no one questions it, well, one i guess, I'd love to see you arguing with a chef with a sharp knife in his hand lol.

Well not everybody


The lady who eats spaghetti from a can said the most sensible thing on this page.
Posted By: JRCX

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 04/18/08 06:51 PM

:-D No arguments there!
Posted By: J Geoff

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 04/18/08 06:56 PM

 Originally Posted By: SC
The lady who eats spaghetti from a can said the most sensible thing on this page.


Luckily I didn't really say anything on this page \:D

...and I think you mean "spaghetti-like pasta product"
Posted By: JRCX

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 04/18/08 07:02 PM

Well, then, what you REALLY meant to say was the dried dough-like noodles that Marco Polo discovered and brought back to Italy which was thus therefore exported to the United States and canned by Franco-American as a traditional Italian-like meal.

Oh wait, a minute, back up, tomatoes were not discovered until Columbus made it to the Americas... wow now I am really confused, I guess Italy's most famous dish is actually Chinese-South American... WOW.

Its such a warm day out, its a good day for primate food, better known as BBQ here in the 21st Century.
Posted By: pizzaboy

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 04/18/08 07:10 PM

 Originally Posted By: JRCX

Its such a warm day out, its a good day for primate food, better known as BBQ here in the 21st Century.



I'm way ahead of you. It's rib steaks (bone-in) on the grill tonight, with grilled eggplants, red peppers and zucchini (brushed with olive oil and balsamic vinegar).

Nice.
Posted By: SC

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 04/18/08 07:12 PM

 Originally Posted By: J Geoff
Luckily I didn't really say anything on this page


Too late. You said you were buying us White Rose hamburgers.

I vote we move our venue to NB.
Posted By: JRCX

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 04/18/08 07:34 PM

I was going to make pizza, but its a bit warm (84F according to my Alexander Graham Bell-like device called an iPhone), so I really don't know what to do... maybe I will order out or just go out to eat :-)

Anyone ever make pizza on the grill? it has to be screaming hot but people swear by it... I did it once, it didnt stick believe it or not, but its not ideal lol.
Posted By: pizzaboy

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 04/18/08 07:55 PM

 Originally Posted By: JRCX


Anyone ever make pizza on the grill? it has to be screaming hot but people swear by it... I did it once, it didnt stick believe it or not, but its not ideal lol.


I've done it. It takes some practice, but it's actually kind of easy. The odd part is getting used to cooking both sides of the pie before you put your toppings on.

I know some people that start it on the grill, then finish it in the oven. But to me, that kind of defeats the purpose. Just do one or the other, you know?
Posted By: JRCX

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 04/18/08 08:01 PM

I agree, the point is to get that smokiness flavor in it, kind as if it were done in a brick oven... now I am thinking of this place in montclair that makes brick oven pizza, time to check out a new joint!
Posted By: pizzaboy

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 04/18/08 08:03 PM

 Originally Posted By: JRCX
(84F according to my Alexander Graham Bell-like device called an iPhone)

Don't you mean Antonio Meucci like device? \:p \:D
Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 04/18/08 08:32 PM

We had burritos!
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 04/18/08 09:28 PM

 Originally Posted By: J Geoff
 Originally Posted By: Sicilian Babe
You know, for a man who eats those dreadful-looking White Rose hamburgers, you're quite a food snob, JG. \:p

If we end up in NB this summer, I'll buy lunch from there! You'll see...! \:D


I second SC's vote for New Brunswick! JG's buying!!!
Posted By: JRCX

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 04/18/08 09:45 PM

Bravo Pizza Boy! You called me out and you are right!
Posted By: Mignon

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 04/18/08 11:27 PM

 Originally Posted By: SC
 Originally Posted By: Mignon
 Originally Posted By: JRCX
When restaurants use the term kobe beef, everyone knows what they mean, no one questions it, well, one i guess, I'd love to see you arguing with a chef with a sharp knife in his hand lol.

Well not everybody


The lady who eats spaghetti from a can said the most sensible thing on this page.


How many times do I have to tell ya I HAVEN'T HAD SPAGHETTIO'S IN A LONG TIME!!!!!!
Posted By: JRCX

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 04/18/08 11:57 PM

So you've moved on to Stouffer's or Olive Garden?
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 04/19/08 01:12 AM

I had Chinese tonight. And it was quite good.
Posted By: Mignon

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 04/19/08 02:23 AM

 Originally Posted By: JRCX
So you've moved on to Stouffer's or Olive Garden?


Neither
Posted By: J Geoff

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 04/19/08 02:36 AM

Good ol' USDA prime T-bone w/ onion rings and a baked potato \:p ;\)
Posted By: JRCX

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 04/19/08 05:06 AM

Yes, you are right Geoff, GOOD OLD USDA PRIME beef... who knows MORE about beef than the USA? A large part of our economy and culture was built on cattle. Interestingly enough, I came across this article tonite:

"Land and grain are expensive in Japan. So what is happening is that the beef production houses in Kobe have been contracting out to other producers to custom raise their cattle for them. Most specifically, Harris Ranch in California, among other producers in America and Australia—land and grain is cheap over there, and it's worth the shipping costs to have the cattle raised overseas. So they have the cattle raised to their exactingly specified Kobe standards, and they actually fabricate the carcasses in Kobe, making them legally "Kobe Beef" even though the cattle were actually born, bred and fed somewhere else."

Wow, CALIFORNIA... so, I am guessing if you pay $50/lb from the US or $100/lb from Japan, you are getting basically the very same product, except of course, the US product is far more fresher (obviously) and processed less (obviously) and cheaper (obviously), and thus being a far superior product at half the cost...

I rest my case and I hope we don't have to hear this silly argument EVER again... no matter how many times you bring it up in the future ;-)
Posted By: J Geoff

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 04/19/08 05:14 AM


Outsourcing has always been the start of the decline for anything and everything. Take, for instance, "tech support" from India, or "customer service" from Canada -- I guess now it's Kobe beef. What a shame none of us now will ever experience TRUE Kobe w/o going to Japan. (Kobe-STYLE, on the other hand, remains the same -- bred right here in the GOOD OL' U.S. OF A. !!!! \:p ;\) )

Go to bed, amateur. \:p
Posted By: JRCX

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 04/19/08 05:24 AM

So I need to travel to Japan to eat beef that has been grown/bred/processed in the USA and then pay thousands of dollars for travel/hotels/restaurants to have the SAME meat that has travelled days and thousands of miles (and probably frozen and/or freshness and quality compromised)? Makes sense to me. I am off to bed, SOME OF US have to work tomorrow... (hidefdoublecamshootb!itch!) speaking of which, how is the website update coming? I see you have plenty of free time on your hands so I look forward to seeing a stunning re-design!!!
Posted By: J Geoff

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 04/19/08 05:30 AM


You can't outwit or out-argue me, so stop trying. It makes you look weak. \:p

I've been plenty busy w/ your ex-PITA client, using mad skills you dreamed you had. Now go home and get your f'n shinebox. lol

And I have your redesign finished. It'll be based on this template. (still makes me crack up!)
Posted By: JRCX

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 04/19/08 05:36 AM

I can't outwit someone that is un-armed. And you mean the same skills that got my name on your edit that made it to the investigative nightly news during the largest corporate meltdown of its kind? You got me there... but as Don Corleone once said "When does it end? Enough, it ends here".
Posted By: J Geoff

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 04/19/08 05:50 AM


Her complaint was that some OTHER bride's name was on the DVD. I didn't author said DVD, did I? ;\)

It ends here. ;\) ...at least for tonight. lol
Posted By: Don Cardi

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 04/19/08 01:32 PM

 Originally Posted By: JRCX
UNLESS of course you ENJOY dressing up like britney spears and using pom poms LOL ;-)


Rumor has it that you've already taken that job yourself. \:p
Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 04/19/08 02:33 PM

Tonight is chicken tagliatelle.
Posted By: JRCX

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 04/20/08 02:55 AM

Let's see... I had perogies, gravlox, ham & havarti cheese in pastry, pulled bbq pork, caviar, eggrolls, lobster bonbons, riceballs, a virgin margarita, and then for dinner, excellent salmon teriyaki, risotto and grilled vegetables -- I was at a wedding at an expensive place, and I have to admit the food was quite good... I can't wait to go back sometime later this year!
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 04/20/08 06:44 PM

We went to a small local pub for dinner. It changed hands about a year ago, plus we never really ate there, only had drinks there in the past. However, the food was outstanding and VERY inexpensive. How can you beat that combo??

I had an appetizer of onion rings, which were homemade, batter-dipped, fresh and delicious. They came without a dip or anything, but when I mentioned that I liked to dip them in horseradish, the waitress immediately brought out a small dish of sour cream with horseradish mixed in. Very nice touch.

For my entree, I had the calves liver. It came with a salad (crisp and fresh), two tender, delightful pieces of calves liver, plenty of bacon and onions, a nice vegetable medley and a choice of potato. I had the fries, and they were nice and crispy.

It was less than $20 for both appetizer AND entree, the food was fresh and delicious, the service was good and friendly, and the prices were not to be beat. The only problem is that I can't remember the name of the place!! Although at least I know WHERE it is!
Posted By: SC

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 04/20/08 06:54 PM

You ate liver????

I hafta go out and get OzzieBoy some food.... I MAY end up driving over to Massapequa Park for a FatBurger.... I had one once in California, and it was delicious... they have a store here on the Island now... I got burger on the brain.
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 04/20/08 06:57 PM

And thought of Paul every moment. He took me to lunch once and I ordered the liver. It positively made him gag. He kept threatening to leave and go sit at another table.

Stella will only eat Fancy Feast Medleys (the ridiculously expensive little green cans). I tried other food, but after she didn't eat for three whole days, I caved and bought her the good stuff again.

Why are you craving burgers all of a sudden?
Posted By: SC

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 04/20/08 07:01 PM

I hate to admit this, but I got you and Paul mixed up.... I knew ONE of you hated liver (and figured that YOU'RE such a picky eater it was probably you).

Dunno why I'm craving one but I'm gonna try that place.
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 04/20/08 07:03 PM

Enjoy!! I am NOT a picky eater, I just have rules!!!
Posted By: klydon1

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 04/20/08 07:12 PM

 Originally Posted By: Sicilian Babe
We went to a small local pub for dinner. It changed hands about a year ago, plus we never really ate there, only had drinks there in the past. However, the food was outstanding and VERY inexpensive. How can you beat that combo??



Sounds great. Hang on to a place like that. You can't beat a comfortable pub with delicious food and reasonable prices.

The extra touch with the specially made dipping sauce was nice, and makes you remember the service. It reminds me of the time several years ago when my family and I went to our favorite local pub/restaurant. One of my kids ordered the pizza, which is a 12 inch personal pizza. A much larger pizza arrived, and when I asked if they changed their pizzas, the waitress answered thatthey were out of pizza, so the owner bought a pizza from a nearby pizzeria, but charged us his lower price, so he lost a couple of bucks on the deal, but made us feel more than welcome.
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 04/20/08 07:16 PM

That IS a nice touch, Klyd. I love neighborhood places that are committed to their customers.
Posted By: olivant

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 04/20/08 07:27 PM

I'm going to make Halushka tonight. I haven't made it in awhile, but I finally bought some cabbage. The dumplings are store-bought, but here goes.
Posted By: SC

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 04/20/08 09:56 PM

Dinner was disappointing. I went to FatBurger, a chain thats well-known in California. They have one store here in New York and coincidentally its only about 15 minutes away from me.

Now, I had eaten these burgers once before (in California) about 25 years ago. I remember them as being among the best I've EVER had.

I guess my memory may be lying OR my tastes have changed OR this particular store isn't all that great BUT it was hardly worth the drive. \:\(
Posted By: JRCX

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 04/20/08 11:49 PM

Restaurant chains have a formula, but the fact is, the are efficient. A bigmac you get in NJ will taste very different than the very same bigmac you get in the midwest. They use suppliers closest to them, farms for the tomatoes and beef closest to them, sure the special sauce remains the same, as do the ingredients, but the flavors can easily change from one region to another since their staple products come from different distributors... Never had a fatburger, but have had sonic and wunderburger in TX... not a big fan of fastfood, especially since its hardly consistent as it once was...
Posted By: J Geoff

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 04/21/08 06:07 AM


SC, Save your fast-food burger cravings for White Rose ;\)
Posted By: SC

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 04/21/08 09:55 AM

 Originally Posted By: J Geoff
SC, Save your fast-food burger cravings for White Rose


No need to save the cravings.... I get them all the time. I should've been named "Wimpy" (the character on "Popeye" who LOVES hamburgers).
Posted By: Mignon

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 04/21/08 11:53 AM

I like Wimpy.
Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 04/21/08 05:36 PM

I just had burgers,chips and salad!

Lovely it was too!
Posted By: Meggie

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 04/22/08 02:16 AM

chicken, mac and cheese, kale
Posted By: JRCX

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 04/22/08 02:22 AM

Interesting combination... how did you have/prepare the kale? I made a simple pasta dish I saw on Molto Mario this morning... simply linquine pasta with equal parts butter, olive oil, lots of fresh cracked pepper, parsely and lots of pecorino romano cheese, simple, fast, tasty \:\)
Posted By: J Geoff

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 04/22/08 03:34 AM


When's your appointment w/ the cardiologist? ;\)
Posted By: JRCX

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 04/22/08 03:58 AM

I have my blood/sugar/cholesterol/etc tested a minimum of twice a year... all seems to be fine as of my last appointment a month ago. Everyone knows olive oil is the lipid of choice and beats out other fatty stuff... besides, I eat a varied diet of fish, pasta, chicken, meat, veggies, i try NOT to have the same type of food twice in one week, of course it happens, but i'd be willing to publish my blood chart on this forum any day, are you willing to do the same?
Posted By: SC

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 04/22/08 05:02 AM

Geoff has no secrets about his blood numbers.

Its 86 proof.
Posted By: JRCX

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 04/22/08 05:14 AM

I heard upwards of 90, but no sense in splitting hairs.
Posted By: J Geoff

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 04/22/08 05:56 AM


\:o
Posted By: Mignon

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 04/22/08 09:51 PM

The Col's. Uncle in KY. killed a cow this past October and he gave us some steaks. We grilled a couple of them and OMG they were delish.

Does anybody have a good recipe for grilling steaks in beer? We have a couple more steaks left that he gave us.
I heard steaks were good that way.
Posted By: SC

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 04/22/08 10:01 PM

 Originally Posted By: Mignon
The Col's. Uncle in KY. killed a cow this past October and he gave us some steaks.


OMG ... was his car badly damaged??
Posted By: JRCX

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 04/22/08 10:26 PM

LOL thats just wrong! In any case, I had an elk steak tonite... not as bad as my friend made it out to be, not quite as good as venison, and has to be cooked rare, then its fairly tender... not something I would re-order, but certainly not a loss since i've never tried it before...
Posted By: Mignon

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 04/23/08 02:15 AM

 Originally Posted By: SC
 Originally Posted By: Mignon
The Col's. Uncle in KY. killed a cow this past October and he gave us some steaks.


OMG ... was his car badly damaged??


You are so funny!!!! \:p
Posted By: Don Cardi

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 04/23/08 12:20 PM

 Originally Posted By: SC
 Originally Posted By: Mignon
The Col's. Uncle in KY. killed a cow this past October and he gave us some steaks.


OMG ... was his car badly damaged??


Hope it wasn't a Kobe Cow! ;\)


Mig, marinate your steaks with some olive oil, fresh garlic, sesame seeds, a little bit of beer and a bottle teriyaki sauce for a day before grilling them. Then get the grill really super hot and put those suckers right on there, being careful not to over cook them.
Posted By: JRCX

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 04/23/08 07:16 PM

Geoff, pls remind Don Cardi in the most abrasive way you can that there ARE NO KOBE cattle in the USA -- just pretend he is me, I know you have it in ya!
Posted By: dontomasso

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 04/23/08 07:43 PM

Tonight Chicken black beans, rice, salad and a nice pinot grigio
Posted By: SC

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 04/23/08 07:52 PM

 Originally Posted By: JRCX
Geoff, pls remind Don Cardi in the most abrasive way you can that there ARE NO KOBE cattle in the USA


What about Kobe Bryant? (he was actually named after Kobe beef).
Posted By: JRCX

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 04/23/08 08:07 PM

I say we file a class action lawsuit, he MUST legally change it to Waygu or be sued for copyright infringment!
Posted By: SC

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 04/23/08 08:25 PM

 Originally Posted By: JRCX
I say we file a class action lawsuit, he MUST legally change it to Waygu or be sued for copyright infringment!


Nah.... not necessary. His middle name is "Style".
Posted By: Don Cardi

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 04/23/08 08:53 PM

 Originally Posted By: JRCX
Geoff, pls remind Don Cardi in the most abrasive way you can that there ARE NO KOBE cattle in the USA -- just pretend he is me, I know you have it in ya!



Neither you nor Geoff need to remind me of that. ;\) Besides, who said that Kobe Cattle was raised in the USA? All she said was that her uncle in Kentucky.....oh never mind, as evidenced by your exchanges with Geoff, it's obvious that there's no joking with you when it comes to Kobe Beef.

Now go eat a goat burger or something. \:p


;\) ;\) ;\)
Posted By: JRCX

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 04/23/08 09:13 PM

Apparently you missed my hint of sarcasm, proof that my sense of humor is just fine ;-P
Posted By: Mignon

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 04/23/08 10:16 PM

JR you're a trip.
Posted By: JRCX

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 04/24/08 12:07 AM

Hey, YOU technically started it!! Boy, its like when we went to dinner last year and the waiter tried to take your hubby's plate before he was finish and the waiter almost got a broken bone -- tough crowd! ;-P
Posted By: JRCX

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 04/24/08 12:14 AM

LOL I just got SC's joke... very clever... tonite after 3 laps around Verona Park (I am going to guess 3 miles), what better to do than go for "Jersey's Best Hot Dog"? Sadly, it wasnt, not even close, salty as hell though...
Posted By: Don Cardi

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 04/24/08 12:56 AM

 Originally Posted By: JRCX
Apparently you missed my hint of sarcasm,


Not at all my friend. Not at all. \:D


;\)


 Originally Posted By: JRCX
LOL I just got SC's joke


I think you're brains gone soft from all that comedy you've been playing with eating all that foreign animal stuff lately.
Posted By: Mignon

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 04/24/08 02:46 AM

 Originally Posted By: JRCX
Hey, YOU technically started it!!


Not me!!! I'm not a trouble maker

 Originally Posted By: JRCX
when we went to dinner last year and the waiter tried to take your hubby's plate before he was finish and the waiter almost got a broken bone -- tough crowd! ;-P


You don't mess with a hillbilly's dinner.
Posted By: J Geoff

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 04/24/08 06:50 AM


Damn, I missed all the fun! But at least JR is starting to learn a few things.... ;\)
Posted By: Mignon

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 04/24/08 11:45 AM

 Originally Posted By: J Geoff

Damn, I missed all the fun! But at least JR is starting to learn a few things.... ;\)


Are you saying I'm a trouble maker to Geoff? You must be thinking about someone else not me.
Posted By: Don Cardi

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 04/24/08 08:29 PM

Going to grill some nice T-Bone steaks that have been rubbed with olive oil and garnished with some parsely. Some sliced oven garlic baked potatoes, some corn on the cob, and a nice fresh mixed salad.
Posted By: Mignon

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 04/24/08 10:03 PM

What does rubbing the olive oil on the steaks do for the steaks??
Posted By: Don Cardi

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 04/24/08 11:03 PM

 Originally Posted By: Mignon
What does rubbing the olive oil on the steaks do for the steaks??


It acts somewhat as a tenderizer, it adds some flavor, and most of all it provides a really nice sear when you put it on the grill.

Why do you doubt your son by asking these questions Mama? \:\( Has DC ever steered you wrong? ;\) ;\)
Posted By: Mignon

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 04/24/08 11:17 PM

 Originally Posted By: Don Cardi
Why do you doubt your son by asking these questions Mama? \:\( Has DC ever steered you wrong? ;\) ;\)


Hmm... give me a few minutes to think about it. \:p
Posted By: Don Cardi

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 04/24/08 11:27 PM

 Originally Posted By: Mignon
 Originally Posted By: Don Cardi
Why do you doubt your son by asking these questions Mama? \:\( Has DC ever steered you wrong? ;\) ;\)


Hmm... give me a few minutes to think about it. \:p


That's it. You're out Mama! No more honorary Italian citizenship for you!!!!




\:p

;\)
Posted By: Mignon

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 04/24/08 11:44 PM

You can't take that away from me. (Your most valued friend already did)
Posted By: klydon1

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 04/25/08 03:00 AM

 Originally Posted By: Don Cardi
Has DC ever steered you wrong? ;\) ;\)


;\) Interesting choice of words when talking about steaks.
Posted By: JRCX

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 04/25/08 03:17 AM

He's never Kobe'd anyone wrong either.
Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 04/26/08 02:32 PM

Had Chinese last night!

Cantonese chicken in garlic.

Very nice \:\)
Posted By: Longneck

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 04/27/08 01:17 AM

I have been eating out nearly every night \:\(

That's what happens when the wife works 72 hours in a week...
Posted By: klydon1

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 04/27/08 04:39 AM

Friends invited us over for dinner. They made crab cakes, steamed clams and barbecued ppork spareribs. Wine and beer too.
Posted By: Longneck

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 04/27/08 05:54 AM

 Originally Posted By: klydon1
Friends invited us over for dinner. They made crab cakes, steamed clams and barbecued ppork spareribs. Wine and beer too.


Menage a trois?
Posted By: JRCX

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 04/27/08 08:11 PM

Finally enjoying a day off today... saw a pizzeria place in a strip mall: http://godfatherseafood.com/ -- didnt know if it was a chain, but i just stopped in for a quick snack, I wanted some brick oven pizza but didnt want a whole pie and was not going directly home, so just had 6 oysters on the halfshell... (one part is a pizzeria, the other a bar/raw bar, i've really been in the mood for some seafood so I gave it a try... pretty good... i have to get back for the pizza from the cafe (the pizzeria looked like your generic slice, who puts ziti on pizza??) looked like a sbarro's immitation.
Posted By: klydon1

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 04/28/08 02:11 AM

 Originally Posted By: Longneck
 Originally Posted By: klydon1
Friends invited us over for dinner. They made crab cakes, steamed clams and barbecued ppork spareribs. Wine and beer too.


Menage a trois?




Not last night.
Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 04/28/08 06:59 PM

Tonight had peppered chicken steaks with potato wedges!
Posted By: JRCX

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 04/29/08 04:45 AM

I had some fresh ravioli from pastaboy.com (Vitamia). I used my own sauce though, the last of the last batch made a month ago I had frozen with a couple of meatballs and a salad.
Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 04/29/08 07:28 PM

Sausages and mashed potatoes with onion gravy!
Posted By: JRCX

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 04/30/08 01:36 AM

I had leftovers from my sunday night out to dinner: homemade pasta; fettucine alfredo and spendini, and half the dessert i could not finish: creme brulee cheesecake, may not sound like it makes sense, but the two together are killer, and i dont even like sweets all that much!
Posted By: Mignon

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 04/30/08 12:04 PM

I was watching last night's epi. of Hell's Kitchen and one of the guys made a pizza out of Kobe beef. Made me think of you JR.
Posted By: newarkguy259

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 04/30/08 11:11 PM

Eggplant Parm for me.
Posted By: JRCX

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 05/01/08 03:20 AM

LOL I guess I got myself a reputation for Kobe, the truth is, I think i've had it twice in my entire life. I do have 2 frozen ground patties in the freezer I will use to make a killer burger on the grill if it ever gets warmer outside!!!

Eggplant parm was a good call Newarkguy, I've been wanting it for awhile now, I think tomorrow night is the night since I have to go out to dinner on friday.
Posted By: J Geoff

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 05/01/08 06:42 AM

 Originally Posted By: JRCX
LOL I guess I got myself a reputation for Kobe, the truth is, I think i've had it twice in my entire life. I do have 2 frozen ground patties in the freezer....

"Kobe" isn't good until it's ground into patties \:\/

Make me the best burger of my life and I'll drop the kobe thing. \:p ;\)

(I'll pack some White Rose just in case )
Posted By: Beth E

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 05/01/08 11:36 AM

 Originally Posted By: J Geoff

(I'll pack some White Rose just in case )



Baltimore's version of White Rose is Little Tavern. I found out on the news yesterday that the last Little Tavern in Baltimore closed it's doors the other day. I noticed the one that is in my area closed a couple months ago. Now what are the pothead going to do for the midnight munchie run? \:\(
Posted By: Don Cardi

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 05/01/08 02:24 PM

 Originally Posted By: JRCX

kobe beef ..... why pulverize the hell out of it and pack it into a sausage?


 Originally Posted By: JRCX
LOL I guess I got myself a reputation for Kobe, the truth is, I think i've had it twice in my entire life. I do have 2 frozen ground patties in the freezer....


Now you've totally confused me!! Why is it NOT ok to pulverize Kobe Beef and make it into a sausage or hot dog, but OK to pulverize it and make it into a burger? \:\/
Posted By: Longneck

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 05/01/08 05:40 PM

Leftover steak is planned but it's awesome outside so I might grill some fresh meat from the Beef Mart. Closest thing we have to a butcher shop in town, I'm not sure, maybe they do the butchering and maybe they don't. Either way it's better than the grocery.
Posted By: JRCX

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 05/01/08 07:16 PM

2 Different things, I will explain as simply as I can... you got a peanut, you can make it into chunky peanut butter so it maintains some of its original integrity and "chew" (or mouthfeel as they call it in the culinary world) or, you can pulverize the hell out of it to make it like "creamy" peanut butter -- simplified example, but yes, its ok to GROUND A+ beef and make it into a burger, but to stick it into a blender till its homogenous and take away its texture, not so good... hope this helps, but the same thing goes for everything except maybe pudding or "cream of" soups :-)
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 05/02/08 01:17 AM

I prefer Jif. I guess I'm just choosy.
Posted By: SC

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 05/02/08 07:28 AM

 Originally Posted By: Sicilian Babe
I guess I'm just choosy.


You guess???? \:o
Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 05/02/08 08:32 AM

Pizza last night!
Posted By: Mignon

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 05/03/08 04:51 AM

We had Mexican last night.
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 05/03/08 11:19 AM

Mr. Babe and I went out the other night and I ordered a dirty martini and a strip steak with baked potato. The strip was cooked perfectly, was flavorful and tender, and they rolled the potato in sea salt (or maybe kosher salt) before baking it. Plus, before they served the entree, they brought over a nice bowl of salad for us to share. All in all, a delightful meal.
Posted By: Mignon

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 05/04/08 12:50 AM

We went to your guys favorite steakhouse. Outback.
Posted By: SC

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 05/04/08 02:39 AM

 Originally Posted By: Mignon
We went to your guys favorite steakhouse. Outback.


Have kangaroo steaks??
Posted By: Mignon

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 05/04/08 02:49 AM

No steaks for me tonight. I just had a salad.
Posted By: JRCX

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 05/04/08 04:05 AM

Irony: I went to an italian restaurant in town last night my neighbor owns... had the stuffed sole... I went to work at a wedding tonight, they served stuffed sole, 2 pieces, twice as many vegetables and potatoes and probably tasted just as good if not better, and this catering hall was a dump lol... Go figure.
Posted By: Don Cardi

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 05/04/08 05:20 PM

 Originally Posted By: Mignon
We went to your guys favorite steakhouse, Outback.






They sell steaks there?

Posted By: Mignon

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 05/04/08 05:26 PM

Yea I can dig you out a nice one. Maybe one with a little corn in it. \:p
Posted By: Don Cardi

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 05/04/08 05:31 PM

 Originally Posted By: Mignon
Yea I can dig you out a nice one. Maybe one with a little corn in it. \:p


Posted By: Mignon

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 05/04/08 06:07 PM

I can't make out what that pic is.
Posted By: Don Cardi

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 05/04/08 09:18 PM

 Originally Posted By: Mignon
I can't make out what that pic is.


Read the caption on it.
Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 05/05/08 04:07 PM

Lasagne tonight!
Posted By: Mignon

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 05/06/08 09:28 PM

Spaghetti and a garden salad.
Posted By: klydon1

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 05/07/08 01:59 PM

I got home around 5pm last night. My wife was at my older son's school baseball game a half hour away. She was also going to rush him back to his school where he had a concert last night. My daughter was at practice and my other son had a game at 6 that I was going to.

So I put carroys, potatoes and a pork roast in the crock pot, and put it on high for a late dinner as everyone would be coming home after 8.

After my son's game I dropped him off home (Incidentally, his team won, 1-0, and he pitched four scoreless, one-hit innings, and knocked the only run of the game in on a double off the center field fence in the bottom of the 6th), and went to see the end of the concert.

My older son was famished, so I suggested we go to our favorite sandwich shop where we had huge grinders. Stuffed, I walked into the house with him a little after 9, and saw the crock pot, having had completely forgotten that I made dinner. The rest of the family had eaten out, so we'll heat the pork roast tonight.
Posted By: pizzaboy

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 05/07/08 02:04 PM

Good deal, Klyd. Pork roast is one of those dishes that gets better after a night in the refrigerator.
Posted By: Mignon

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 05/07/08 03:59 PM

 Originally Posted By: klydon1
So I put carroys, potatoes and a pork roast in the crock pot,


What kind of seasonings did you use? Congrats to your son on his game.
Posted By: klydon1

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 05/07/08 04:29 PM

 Originally Posted By: Mignon
 Originally Posted By: klydon1
So I put carroys, potatoes and a pork roast in the crock pot,


What kind of seasonings did you use? Congrats to your son on his game.


Thanks, Mig.

I used a commercial terriyaki marinade. Also, of course, it should be carrots, and not carroys. My bad.
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 05/07/08 05:27 PM

I do love a nice pork roast.
Posted By: Beth E

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 05/07/08 06:27 PM

We can roast Pork this summer.
Posted By: SC

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 05/07/08 08:28 PM

 Originally Posted By: Beth E
We can roast Pork this summer.


You hafta remove the shorts first.
Posted By: Beth E

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 05/07/08 09:54 PM

 Originally Posted By: SC
 Originally Posted By: Beth E
We can roast Pork this summer.


You hafta remove the shorts first.


Who's shorts?
Posted By: SC

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 05/08/08 07:34 AM

 Originally Posted By: Beth E
Who's shorts?


The don's, silly girl.
Posted By: Longneck

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 05/08/08 09:52 AM

Strip steaks marinated for over a day, cooked them on low with the grill lid open and man were they awesome, wife and I finished our plates and we usually never do.
Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 05/08/08 07:24 PM

Tuna salad tortillas with spicy potato wedges!
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 05/08/08 09:35 PM

Home-made onion soup. I got crocks a number of years ago, fully intending to make onion soup one day. I found them during my spring cleaning, and decided today was as good a day as any other. The house, however, STINKS of onions.
Posted By: Mignon

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 05/08/08 10:18 PM

 Originally Posted By: Sicilian Babe
I got crocks a number of years ago


I'm sorry that sounds like a disease to me.
Posted By: svsg

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 05/09/08 02:17 AM

 Originally Posted By: Sicilian Babe
Home-made onion soup. I got crocks a number of years ago, fully intending to make onion soup one day. I found them during my spring cleaning, and decided today was as good a day as any other. The house, however, STINKS of onions.

How do you make onion soup at home?
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 05/09/08 06:20 PM

Brown the onions in some butter and olive oil over a low heat. Add beef broth, port wine and a dash of soy sauce. You let it simmer, you put it in a crock, you add a round toast on top, cover with cheese (you can use swiss, but I used muenster) and broil it until the cheese is bubbly. The toast is essential, otherwise the cheese just melts and falls into the soup.
Posted By: pizzaboy

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 05/09/08 06:25 PM

I'm gonna make a nice big pot of pasta fagioli tonight. The weather is perfect for it.
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 05/09/08 06:27 PM

 Originally Posted By: pizzaboy
I'm gonna make a nice big pot of pasta fagioli tonight. The weather is perfect for it.


Any time that you plan on eating beans, we appreciate the warning.
Posted By: pizzaboy

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 05/09/08 06:29 PM

 Originally Posted By: Sicilian Babe
 Originally Posted By: pizzaboy
I'm gonna make a nice big pot of pasta fagioli tonight. The weather is perfect for it.


Any time that you plan on eating beans, we appreciate the warning.


So do my neighbors.
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 05/09/08 06:32 PM

I would think that anyone within the tri-state area would.
Posted By: klydon1

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 05/10/08 03:39 AM

Today is my younger son's 13th birthday. We went out to our local pub for dinner with another family, very close friends of ours.

We had an assortment of hot and hot garlic wings. I had eggplant parmagian with a Greek salad.
Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 05/10/08 06:53 PM

Mushroom omelettes with sausages and chips!
Posted By: klydon1

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 05/12/08 01:50 PM

I had dinner at my mother-in-law's yesterday for Mother's Day. My wife's brother, who has taken over the family restaurant and does catering, made a salad, penne in vodka sauce, eggplant parmagian, sausage with onions & peppers and filet mignon. Dessert was apple pie and a custard filled white cake.
Posted By: Mignon

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 05/12/08 10:04 PM

Food
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 05/12/08 10:28 PM

For Mother's Day we went to a terrific buffet. It was sort of eclectic, with sushi, a prime rib carvery, some seafood, and some Chinese. I ate salmon and California rolls, two helpings of steamed crab legs and two servings of prime rib. Then I finished it off with some fresh oranges, pudding and a fortune cookie. Oh, I also had some teeny clams in black bean sauce and some chicken wings. They pretty much had to roll me out of there.

Tonight I'm making a nice roast beef since it's FREEZING out!! I can't believe it's May.
Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 05/16/08 01:54 PM

Last night we had chicken tagliatelle in pesto!

Tonight is pizza cool
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 05/16/08 07:41 PM

I am seemingly one of the few people on the planet that don't like pesto sauce.
Posted By: Mignon

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 05/16/08 10:49 PM

Well add me to that list.

We had pizza tonight.
Posted By: pizzaboy

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 05/17/08 03:00 PM

Originally Posted By: Sicilian Babe
I am seemingly one of the few people on the planet that don't like pesto sauce.


I don't like it either. It's weird, because I love basil and I grow it year 'round. Pesto is a dish that my family always regarded as "northern Italian." And, well, you know how Puzo felt about northern Italians. lol

Last night I has pasta with peas. It was perfect for the lousy weather we had.
Posted By: Santino Brasi

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 05/17/08 03:06 PM

I had
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Pasta Fagioli
it was great
Posted By: svsg

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 05/17/08 04:10 PM

I love pesto and tomato-pesto sauces. Or at least the version I used to get in my school cafeteria.
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 05/17/08 05:58 PM

Originally Posted By: pizzaboy
Last night I has pasta with peas. It was perfect for the lousy weather we had.


Oh, I love pasta with peas. It's one of my favorites. Unfortunately, my husband and kids hate peas, so I never make it.

We were appliance shopping at the mall last night, so we decided to eat there. My daughter begged for Cheeburger, Cheeburger, so we gave in, only to find that it had closed. I had gotten all excited about having their onion rings and finishing off with a Milky Way shake, and then it was ruined for me.

We ended up at Friday's, so I ordered a NY Strip. It was pretty good, especially for $17. We shared the brownie sundae for dessert, but their ice cream sucked.
Posted By: Don Cardi

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 05/18/08 01:49 AM

Originally Posted By: pizzaboy
Originally Posted By: Sicilian Babe
I am seemingly one of the few people on the planet that don't like pesto sauce.


I don't like it either. It's weird, because I love basil and I grow it year 'round. Pesto is a dish that my family always regarded as "northern Italian." And, well, you know how Puzo felt about northern Italians. lol


That makes three of us. I too love to cook with Basil, but yet I can't even stand the smell, never mind the taste, of Pesto Sauce. sick
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 05/18/08 03:13 AM

I agree, DC. A nice leaf or two of basil in my gravy is absolutely necessary.
Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 05/19/08 04:58 PM

Just had steak and chips with sweetcorn.

Very tasty!
Posted By: Mignon

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 05/19/08 10:36 PM

Saurkraut with Kielbasa.
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 05/20/08 12:10 AM

Fettucine Alfredo and Mozzarella en Carozza (or however you spell it).
Posted By: chopper

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 05/20/08 08:48 PM

Meat and Potato pie and thick gravy
Posted By: Mignon

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 05/20/08 11:12 PM

I was gonna cook dinner but me and the Col worked in the garden so we ordered a pizza.
Posted By: Longneck

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 05/21/08 12:14 AM

Originally Posted By: Don Cardi
[quote=pizzaboy][quote=Sicilian Babe] Pesto Sauce. sick


I agree.

Tonight I'll probably have leftover filet miggie with roasted potatoes and veggies from Lucrezia (tiny little local Italian restaurant).
Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 05/21/08 02:51 PM

Tonight is french onion soup and chicken pitta breads with salad!
Posted By: chopper

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 05/21/08 09:40 PM

Seafood salad my mum made it was great you cant be your mums cooking
Posted By: pizzaboy

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 05/21/08 11:22 PM

Roasted chicken and mixed green salad with feta cheese and olives.
Posted By: Don Cardi

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 05/22/08 01:47 AM

Originally Posted By: Mignon
....... but me and the Col worked in the garden .....




Miggy! You should NEVER kiss and tell.
Posted By: Mignon

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 05/22/08 02:41 AM

blush
Posted By: Longneck

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 05/25/08 07:31 PM

I am grilling some steaks in Lawry's Italian Garlic Steak Marinade for my wife and mom and Newman's Own Parmesan Garlic salad dressing for me. My wife is making the corn on the cob and some potato things.

Does anyone else grill with the lid open the entire time? I cook everything on low with the lid open. Takes forever but the taste can't be beat.
Posted By: SC

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 05/25/08 10:26 PM

Originally Posted By: Longneck
Does anyone else grill with the lid open the entire time? I cook everything on low with the lid open. Takes forever but the taste can't be beat.


I always thought closing the lid improves the flavor.
Posted By: J Geoff

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 05/27/08 05:36 AM

Originally Posted By: SC
I always thought closing the lid improves the flavor.


Of course it does... and it decreases cooking time. And also minimizes the amount of BUGS that may fly thru and fall into what you're cooking. tongue wink

But tonight I saw Good Eats on Food Network about infrared grills that're supposed to cook in half the time, and it doesn't matter if the grill lid is open or not. Sounds cool... but not sure if they increase flavor like a standard grill, though.
Posted By: Longneck

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 05/27/08 09:18 PM

Originally Posted By: J Geoff
Originally Posted By: SC
I always thought closing the lid improves the flavor.


Of course it does... and it decreases cooking time. And also minimizes the amount of BUGS that may fly thru and fall into what you're cooking. tongue wink


You say you want to increase the flavor but then you say you want to decrease the amount of bugs in your food. Make up your mind!
Posted By: pizzaboy

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 05/27/08 09:59 PM

KFC tonight: Extra crispy, cole slaw, mashed potatoes and red beans and rice.
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 05/27/08 10:57 PM

I was in the mood for KFC tonight, but got voted down for Chinese. Save me a wing, willya, PB?? And get one of those God-knows-what-it's-made-from parfaits, OK?? Yum.
Posted By: Longneck

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 05/27/08 11:55 PM

Ugh. I hate KFC's chicken now.


Chinese sounds good though....

Not sure what I'm having tonight.
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 05/28/08 12:39 AM

I'm a sucker for their extra-crispy.

The Chinese was delivered, and they forgot the darn egg rolls! However, they also didn't charge us for them, so I guess that's OK.
Posted By: Beth E

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 05/28/08 11:29 AM

Originally Posted By: pizzaboy
red beans and rice.


Give me a sister I can't resist her. Red beans and rice didn't miss her. smile

KFC is good. I had chicken last night, but was just lazy and brough an already cooked oven roaster. I did make home made mashed potatoes though.

Glad to see you're back Pizzaboy.
Posted By: Mignon

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 05/29/08 11:57 AM

When we were in KY. last weekend my Bro in law made chilletti boy was it good to.
Posted By: SC

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 05/29/08 12:05 PM

What is chilletti??

EDIT: Never mind... I looked it up online.

How big of a can did he open??
Posted By: Mignon

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 05/29/08 12:58 PM

He was cooking for 18 people. He was making homemade chilli and he ran out of tomato sauce so he opened up a jar of spaghetti sauce and poured that in. It was really good.
Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 05/29/08 05:16 PM

Chinese tonight!
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 05/29/08 10:32 PM

My mom is cooking tonight - macaroni and meatballs in her homemade gravy. I have to say, I make a pretty decent gravy, but it doesn't even come close to hers. I can't wait until dinner.

Mr. Babe, however, is smart enough (and a good enough liar) to say that he likes mine better. smile
Posted By: Mignon

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 05/30/08 12:47 AM

I ordered a pizza from East Of Chicago tonight.
Posted By: SC

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 05/30/08 07:31 AM

You gotta walk an extra two miles after that, Mig.
Posted By: Mignon

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 05/30/08 11:49 AM

Tell me about it. I didn't walk last night so I'll have to walk 5 miles after dinner tonight.
Posted By: Longneck

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 05/30/08 05:36 PM

Portillo's Chili dogs day before yesterday, then pepperoni, sausage, green peppers pizza and garlic knots yesterday, and not sure about tonight.
Posted By: SC

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 05/30/08 05:43 PM

Originally Posted By: Longneck
Portillo's Chili dogs day before yesterday, then pepperoni, sausage, green peppers pizza and garlic knots yesterday, and not sure about tonight.


Pepto Bismol?
Posted By: Mignon

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 05/31/08 02:31 AM

Originally Posted By: Mignon
Tell me about it. I didn't walk last night so I'll have to walk 5 miles after dinner tonight.


We went to a mom and pop's place I had a salad and a couple bites of lasagna(sp)

When we got home I walked 3 miles tonight.
Posted By: Longneck

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 05/31/08 05:36 AM

Originally Posted By: SC
Originally Posted By: Longneck
Portillo's Chili dogs day before yesterday, then pepperoni, sausage, green peppers pizza and garlic knots yesterday, and not sure about tonight.


Pepto Bismol?


Tastes good, but not very filling.

I had spicy garlic chicken with fried rice, carrots, broccoli, baby corn, and water chestnuts
Posted By: J Geoff

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 05/31/08 07:43 AM


At the OTB tonight I saw they had "homemade meatballs" on a sub... figured I'd try it (can't find a decent freakin' *real* meatball anywhere around here!) ... does "homemade" mean plopping a few out of a freezer bag, then nuking them in the microwave? They did taste A LOT better than most, though! So maybe they were homemade then frozen... not too bad, like the usual gelatinous bread/fat-mush balls you usually find around here...
Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 05/31/08 01:37 PM

Last night we had spaghetti and asparagus. Very nice!

Tonight may be Chinese again....
Posted By: Mignon

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 05/31/08 08:23 PM

I made the Col. homemade veggie soup I wasn't to hungry so I just had a small bowl of a garden salad.
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 06/02/08 10:43 AM

I made noodles in a butter cream sauce and some spinach and Mr. Babe grilled porterhouse steaks on the grill. OMG! They were outrageously good.
Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 06/02/08 06:06 PM

Just had sweet and sour chicken with rice!
Posted By: klydon1

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 06/03/08 02:40 AM

I went straight to my younger son's baseball game after work. My wife was there and told me that my older boy was given the duty of making dinner for his little sister and himself. When we got home, we saw what he prepared: spaghetti and french fries.
Posted By: Mignon

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 06/03/08 03:17 AM

We went Here tonight. Boy did I pig out.
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 06/03/08 10:35 AM

I'm going to defrost some country style ribs and marinate them all day.
Posted By: SC

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 06/03/08 11:04 AM

Originally Posted By: Sicilian Babe
I'm going to defrost some country style ribs and marinate them all day.


Save some for me!!!
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 06/03/08 11:15 AM

C'mon up, take a dip in the pool while you're here. I have a lovely Cabana Boy who will serve us drinks while we lounge.
Posted By: SC

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 06/03/08 11:19 AM

Thanks... but I'll pass. I heard that your cabana boy shoots out eyes.
Posted By: Beth E

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 06/03/08 11:24 AM

Originally Posted By: Sicilian Babe
I'm going to defrost some country style ribs and marinate them all day.


MMMMMMMMM. I have a pack in my freezer now. I might stop buy the store tonight and pick up something to marinate them in tomorrow for dinner tomorrow night.
Posted By: SC

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 06/03/08 11:26 AM

Great. Now I have a bad urge for ribs.

(I like the baby backs, though).
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 06/03/08 11:41 AM

Baby backs are good, but you haven't tasted mine after they've marinated all day in my secret sauce, which includes a healthy shot of cognac. Let the drooling begin!

Edit: Beth, you're invited, too. Bring your bikini!
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 06/03/08 11:43 AM

Originally Posted By: SC
Thanks... but I'll pass. I heard that your cabana boy shoots out eyes.


That was an accident. Since we've had his thong adjusted, he's been working rather smoothly.
Posted By: SC

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 06/03/08 11:47 AM

I heard your cabana boy stuffs his thong with a potato.

He gave himself away when he put the potato in the back. rolleyes
Posted By: Beth E

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 06/03/08 11:53 AM

Originally Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Edit: Beth, you're invited, too. Bring your bikini!



I'll check the bus schedule to see when the next one's due. Maybe I'll get lucky and catch the $1.00 bus. lol

But as far as the bikini.... panic they'll be enough pork showing, thank you very much.
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 06/03/08 12:08 PM

SC, I would think a banana would work better, plus it adds to the whole tropical theme.

Beth, I heard that bus is up to $1.50 already. Hurry and catch it quick!

On a side note, my daughter had put on a great deal of weight last year, a side effect of a medication she was on. Since she stopped taking it, and has been very careful about what she's been eating, she's lost over 40 lbs. She told me that her old clothes and bathing suits are HUGE, just ENORMOUS, like that Subway ad with Jared and his HUGE clothes, and then said, "You can have them, Mom. They'll fit you."
Posted By: SC

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 06/03/08 01:00 PM

Whats with this $1 bus??

The last time I wore a bathing suit was some years ago. It was an old man's suit, but fit nicely. I tried it on last year and it fit me like a Speedo. panic
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 06/03/08 01:08 PM

Originally Posted By: SC
The last time I wore a bathing suit was some years ago. It was an old man's suit, but fit nicely. I tried it on last year and it fit me like a Speedo. panic



Now there's a picture that will be with me longer than I would have liked! Hint, hint, SC. It's the internet. You can LIE about physical appearances.
Posted By: Beth E

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 06/03/08 01:10 PM

Originally Posted By: SC
Whats with this $1 bus??




I saw something on the news about a company, megabus.com, that's a private bus company that leaves from only one place in Baltimore to New York starting at $1.00. They have no ticket agents and only operate via phone and internet.
Posted By: SC

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 06/03/08 01:13 PM

Originally Posted By: Sicilian Babe
Now there's a picture that will be with me longer than I would have liked! Hint, hint, SC. It's the internet. You can LIE about physical appearances.


Yeah, but you'll see me in a few months.
Posted By: SC

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 06/03/08 01:14 PM

Originally Posted By: Beth E
Originally Posted By: SC
Whats with this $1 bus??


I saw something on the news about a company, megabus.com, that's a private bus company that leaves from only one place in Baltimore to New York starting at $1.00. They have no ticket agents and only operate via phone and internet.


Cool! So when are you coming up?
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 06/03/08 01:19 PM

Originally Posted By: SC
Originally Posted By: Sicilian Babe
Now there's a picture that will be with me longer than I would have liked! Hint, hint, SC. It's the internet. You can LIE about physical appearances.


Yeah, but you'll see me in a few months.


Just hide my eyeglasses. Or let me hang out in the pool with Geoff. Then I'll look like this wink
Posted By: SC

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 06/03/08 01:26 PM

Originally Posted By: Sicilian Babe
Just hide my eyeglasses. Or let me hang out in the pool with Geoff. Then I'll look like this wink


Won't help. The sight of me in a bathing suit will scare little children and old ladies.
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 06/03/08 01:36 PM

Well, according to my daughter, I can wear her HUGE bathing suits, so we can scare them together.
Posted By: SC

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 06/03/08 01:42 PM

Those HUGE suits remind me of when I was a kid (about 5 years old). My mom used to take me into the Ladies lockers (down at the Coney Island beaches) when she changed into regular clothes (and to change me). I remember being scared by what I saw there. lol
Posted By: Beth E

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 06/03/08 01:45 PM

Add me to the mix and it'll be fright night at The Babes.
Posted By: SC

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 06/03/08 01:50 PM

Originally Posted By: Beth E
Add me to the mix and it'll be fright night at The Babes.


I've never seen you in a bathing suit, but I think you're being too hard on yourself.
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 06/03/08 01:59 PM

Hey! you didn't say that to me! cry
Posted By: SC

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 06/03/08 02:26 PM

Originally Posted By: Sicilian Babe
Hey! you didn't say that to me! cry


But you were only making fun of the suit, not yourself.
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 06/03/08 02:30 PM

Suuuure. Nice save. I'm going to go marinate my nice meaty ribs now...And, yes, I do mean the ones from the supermarket!
Posted By: Mignon

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 06/03/08 03:41 PM

Originally Posted By: Beth E
Add me to the mix and it'll be fright night at The Babes.


Or everybody bring your bathing suits to Jersey. I'll scare everybody in the pool.
Posted By: Longneck

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 06/03/08 11:54 PM

I am lean and muscular but white as a ghost. I have 1 pair of swim trunks I wear. I cut the net out, I hate those things... They are also the only pair of shorts I ever wear. It can be 110 degrees outside and I'll likely be wearing pants.

I am going to go make some Ramen Nudels, er Noodles, for dinner.
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 06/04/08 01:03 AM

My ribs were pretty darned good. I cooked them slowly on the grill, made some Uncle Ben's rice au gratin and some broccoli. And now I'm relaxing and eating some Funny Bones. I do love Funny Bones.
Posted By: Mignon

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 06/04/08 03:32 AM

We had leftovers.
Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 06/04/08 06:56 PM

Ham salad!
Posted By: Don Cardi

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 06/04/08 10:21 PM

Ha cucinato a curry la Capra col Curry di Kofta, Kashmri Dum Aloo, ed una delicatezza indiana come un antipasto.

wink
Posted By: Mignon

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 06/05/08 01:42 AM

confused confused confused
Posted By: Capo de La Cosa Nostra

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 06/05/08 01:30 PM

[Insert sentence regarding the Italian delicacy I'm preparing for myself tonight.

(In Indian.)]
Posted By: Enzo Scifo

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 06/05/08 04:55 PM

Don't forget that it was an Italian who thought he had discovered India...
Posted By: pizzaboy

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 06/05/08 04:58 PM

Okay, let's get back on track here.

Tonight I'm barbecuing nice rib steaks (on-the-bone), portaballa mushrooms and a tomato salad.
Posted By: Capo de La Cosa Nostra

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 06/05/08 05:17 PM

I love cooking; it's rewarding and therapeutic. But it can be a pain in the ass, purchasing the food in the first place and then dealing with the washing up afterwards.

I'm the sort that uses just about every utensil at his disposal in cooking a single meal.

I made a big lasagne for me and my flatmate the other night (the one who made me my vagina cake), and we've still not bothered to wash up. smile
Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 06/05/08 08:07 PM

Home made minced beef pie with chips!


Delicious.
Posted By: klydon1

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 06/05/08 08:39 PM

Originally Posted By: pizzaboy
Okay, let's get back on track here.

Tonight I'm barbecuing nice rib steaks (on-the-bone), portaballa mushrooms and a tomato salad.


How do you barbecue the tomato salad? wink Never mind. I know. Max Cady can pretty much do anything.
Posted By: Mignon

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 06/07/08 01:30 AM

Chicken casserole.
Posted By: Longneck

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 06/07/08 09:59 AM

Wagner's baby back ribs (Holy crap they are awesome) with cornbread pancake things... Johnny cakes?
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 06/07/08 12:21 PM

It was Mr. Babe's birthday yesterday, and he wanted, of all things, catfish. So, I dipped catfish into some seasoned (onion powder, seasoned salt and pepper) flour and then cooked it on a very high flame in a mixture of oil and butter. It was awesome. He loves white chocolate, so I bought him a cake called "Sinfully White". It was delicious.
Posted By: SC

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 06/07/08 12:27 PM

Cool. Give the good doctor a birthday kiss for me! (No tongue, though).
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 06/07/08 12:34 PM

Will do!! D-Day, Kennedy's assassination and Mr. Babe's birthday! It's quite a day!
Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 06/07/08 06:41 PM

We had a barbecue.

Sausages,burgers,potato wedges and salad.
Posted By: Mignon

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 06/07/08 08:15 PM

Chicken Parm
Posted By: klydon1

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 06/08/08 02:43 AM

Pig Roast.

Tender and moist. My friend cooked it for 12 hours overnight over charcoal. The 120 lb. pig (not my friend, but the animal), which was freshly slaughtered yesterday, had been stuffed with sauerkraut and sausages before roasting.

Absolutely delicious, and, yes, I made a pig of myself. I'll stop by sometime tomorrow for leftovers and will bring a jar of mango chutney. Roast pork and sauerkraut, topped with a table spoon of mango chutney on a hard roll is a special treat.

The Pennsylvania Dutch take the pig's empty stomach and stuff it with sausage and filling before cooking it. It is then served in slices, often on Thanksgiving.
Posted By: pizzaboy

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 06/08/08 07:09 PM

Butterflied leg of lamb on the grill tonight. Cold sides, though----Homemade potato salad and homemade macaroni salad.
Posted By: Mignon

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 06/08/08 07:24 PM

Beef roast
Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 06/10/08 01:59 PM

Last night Chicken Steaks!

Tonight is Spag Bol.
Posted By: pizzaboy

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 06/10/08 10:31 PM

Tuna in olive oil, anchovies, sliced hard boiled eggs, sliced tomatoes and olives, with Addeo casa bread.
Posted By: Mignon

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 06/11/08 11:17 PM

Beef noodle soup.
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 06/12/08 02:54 AM

Ham steaks, mac and cheese and spinach. I love a good ham steak.
Posted By: MiniMafiaBoss

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 06/12/08 03:01 AM

Anyone here like Doner Kebabs?

Or am I being gross?
Posted By: whisper

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 06/12/08 07:57 AM

Two juicy big T Bone steaks, Potatoes and pumpkin!!....is what I dreamed of last night.

As for tonights dinner, Microwave Pizza.
Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 06/12/08 01:20 PM

Home made quiche tonight!
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 06/12/08 01:44 PM

Knockwurst on the grill for us!
Posted By: Longneck

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 06/13/08 03:23 AM

Tacos
Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 06/13/08 01:34 PM

French onion soup followed by chicken steaks and spicy cous cous tonight.
Posted By: Santino Brasi

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 06/14/08 03:31 AM

King Crab Legs and Claws with a Big Delmonico Steak
Posted By: klydon1

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 06/14/08 05:18 AM

Originally Posted By: Santino_Brasi
King Crab Legs and Claws with a Big Delmonico Steak


Way to go, Santino. Livin' large. smile
Posted By: Santino Brasi

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 06/14/08 05:48 AM

Grazie, Grazie Mille
Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 06/16/08 05:01 PM

Just had steak sandwiches.

Delicious.
Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 06/17/08 03:40 PM

A vegetable macaroni tonight.

Something i have never had before!
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 06/19/08 03:11 PM

Because Father's Day, my husband's birthday and my birthday all fall in June, our daughter took us out for dinner on Tuesday to a local Italian restaurant. The food is very good and the portions are huge. We took leftovers home, and heated them up last night and STILL couldn't finish them.
Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 06/19/08 03:29 PM

Steak and kidney pudding tonight!
Posted By: Longneck

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 06/20/08 01:59 PM

Ramen noodles for dinner (at 9am) and later Outback Steakhouse
Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 06/21/08 02:35 PM

Tonight we are having bacon,sausages,eggs,mushrooms,tomatoes and black pudding!
Posted By: pizzaboy

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 06/21/08 02:39 PM

Originally Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas
Tonight we are having bacon,sausages,eggs,mushrooms,tomatoes and black pudding!


Heart healthy, Yogi!
Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 06/21/08 02:45 PM

I know PB.

My wife calls it a heart attack special ohwell

I may just have a salad instead grin
Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 06/25/08 07:51 AM

Chicken and water chestnut stir fry!
Posted By: whisper

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 06/25/08 03:12 PM

Toast with Ketchup on top.
Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 06/27/08 11:04 AM

Last night was a home made chicken curry.

Tonight is Chinese night cool
Posted By: SC

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 06/27/08 11:09 AM

Originally Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas
Last night was a home made chicken curry. Tonight is Chinese night


You make your own, or is it take-out??
Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 06/27/08 11:13 AM

The Chinese will be take out! We have a very nice one very close. We keep their profits high smile
Posted By: klydon1

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 07/02/08 03:59 PM

I had dinner with my parents last night. I was passing by because of work and had dropped my oldest boy with them early in the morning to spend the day.

My grandmother, who is 94, came for dinner too and had made a large pot of halupki (stuffed cabbage). My mother made a roasted chicken, mashed potatoes, green beans, corn and biscuits. Peach melba for dessert.

It was a treat, like going back in time.
Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 07/03/08 03:03 PM

A roast chicken dinner for us tonight also Klyd.

One of my all time favourite meals cool
Posted By: J Geoff

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 07/03/08 07:50 PM


Went to Carrabba's last night for my mom's birthday (she wasn't feeling well last week, but is better now) and, as usual, I thought it was very good for a chain! The mussels app was fantastic, and the calamari is very good. The lentil/sausage soup tasted great, but was pretty thin (maybe the server took it from the top?), but the service was otherwise outstanding -- even the manager was walking around asking if things were okay, and the owner was there as well. I couldn't even fit the entree in (I tried the lasagna - pretty good!) as I was stuffed already, the portions are pretty huge! And I love the open kitchen where you can watch them cook.

While I love Olive Garden's all-you-can-eat soup (Zuppa Toscana) and salad lunch (and that's about it there), I recommend trying Carrabba's for dinner if there's one near you -- it has more of an authentic "family" vibe to it, at least the one here.
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 07/03/08 08:00 PM

Sounds pretty good, JG. We just got a Bravo's here, which must be a chain, since it's in the mall. We went there once, and were pleasantly surprised with the food.
Posted By: klydon1

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 07/03/08 08:01 PM

Originally Posted By: J Geoff


While I love Olive Garden's all-you-can-eat soup (Zuppa Toscana) and salad lunch (and that's about it there), I recommend trying Carrabba's for dinner if there's one near you -- it has more of an authentic "family" vibe to it, at least the one here.


I'll check it out.

Last night I took my boys out to the local pub for a late dinner after their baseball games. My older son ordered the tenderloin steak sandwich with fries while the younger ordered fettucine alfredo. Of course we ordered 27 hot wings as an appetizer. I had a grilled ham and cheese on rye.

When the meals were brought out, my boys had big platters in front of them and for the whole meal they laughed at me and my little sandwich. But it was good.
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 07/03/08 08:09 PM

How dare they mock your sandwich?? Do they not know the old saying about the hand that feeds them?? lol
Posted By: Mignon

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 07/04/08 10:04 AM

I've only been to Carrabba's once. I liked it ok but I like Olive Garden better.
Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 07/05/08 02:18 PM

Last night we had a big,hot bowl of Pappa Al Pomodoro.

Lovely.
Posted By: pizzaboy

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 07/09/08 11:07 PM

Hot sausages on the grill, with grilled zucchini, red peppers and eggplants. Tomato, red onion and basil salad. Lotsa red wine.

A typical summer meal in my world. smile
Posted By: Santino Brasi

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 07/10/08 04:33 AM

I took some Purdue Italian style shortcuts.... and I decided that a Red Wine Reduction would go great with it

Now the thing is I have never made a red wine reduction before, BUT I did see it on Food Network and it seemed easy enough so I poured the Red Wine in the pan, I turned it down to Medium and in 10 minutes I had a Delicious Italian Style Chicken with red wine sauce

it was great
Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 07/12/08 02:35 PM

Chicken curry tonight.
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 07/12/08 08:05 PM

Mr. Babe is making an oven stuffer on the rotisserie. Two of our guests just canceled, so we're sure to have plenty. Anyone want to come over?
Posted By: Beth E

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 07/12/08 08:26 PM

It it wasn't 4 hours away I would.

I'll think of it while I'm eating my hamburger.
Posted By: Don Cardi

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 07/13/08 08:05 PM

Thin Spaghetti in a homemade bolognese sauce, and a homemade pizza with fresh mozzarella, tomato sauce and garlic.
Posted By: Beth E

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 07/13/08 08:21 PM

Sounds delish!!!!!!!! Care to share the recipe?
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 07/13/08 09:12 PM

I'm so sick of cooking. I really just feel like letting everyone do their own thing. There's leftover chicken, there's stuff in the freezer. Can't they do anything for themselves?? Freaking blood sucking leeches.
Posted By: Beth E

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 07/13/08 10:20 PM

My blood sucking leech made dinner tonight. She got tired of waiting for me to get my fat ass off the couch. She knows better then to disturb me during L&O marathon.
Posted By: Don Cardi

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 07/13/08 10:54 PM

Originally Posted By: Sicilian Babe
I'm so sick of cooking. I really just feel like letting everyone do their own thing. There's leftover chicken, there's stuff in the freezer. Can't they do anything for themselves?? Freaking blood sucking leeches.


Originally Posted By: Beth E
My blood sucking leech made dinner tonight. She got tired of waiting for me to get my fat ass off the couch. She knows better then to disturb me during L&O marathon.



DAMN!!!! A F**KING DOUBLE DOSE OF PMS!!!!!! panic panic
Posted By: Beth E

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 07/13/08 11:07 PM

I plead the 5th. smile
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 07/13/08 11:34 PM

No, you're off by a couple of weeks. Must be a nicotine fit.
Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 07/14/08 09:19 AM

Barbecue yesterday. I love a good barbecue cool
Posted By: Mignon

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 07/14/08 04:25 PM

This past Saturday when we were in Myrtle Beach we went here and ate this:

You had to eat with your fingers. They didn't give you any silverware. We had a good time.
Posted By: Don Smitty

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 07/14/08 08:54 PM

nothing
Posted By: DE NIRO

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 07/14/08 08:55 PM

hi DS how are you..
Posted By: svsg

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 07/14/08 09:57 PM

Hello Don Smitty. Welcome back. I missed you.
Why are you not having anything for dinner tonight?
Posted By: klydon1

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 07/15/08 02:58 AM

Originally Posted By: Mignon
This past Saturday when we were in Myrtle Beach we went here and ate this:

You had to eat with your fingers. They didn't give you any silverware. We had a good time.


Now that's good eating.
Posted By: Don Cardi

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 07/15/08 03:07 AM

Originally Posted By: Mignon
This past Saturday when we were in Myrtle Beach we went here and ate this:

You had to eat with your fingers. They didn't give you any silverware. We had a good time.


SO Miggy, how much did you LOVE Myrtle Beach? We used to go there quite a bit when the kids were younger. One of my favorite Vacation places in the good ole US of A!

Alligator Adventure is a great attraction.

Did you "Eat At Dicks?"
Posted By: pizzaboy

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 07/15/08 04:30 PM

Myrtle Beach is great. They have some of the greatest (and most reasonably priced) golf courses in the nation.
Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 07/16/08 02:49 PM

We are having home made pizza tonight.
Posted By: Don Cardi

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 07/16/08 03:41 PM

Originally Posted By: pizzaboy
Myrtle Beach is great. They have some of the greatest (and most reasonably priced) golf courses in the nation.



Pizza, you ever eat at Caruso's Italian Restaurant in Myrtle Beach? Excellent restaurant.
Posted By: pizzaboy

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 07/16/08 06:09 PM

Originally Posted By: Don Cardi
Originally Posted By: pizzaboy
Myrtle Beach is great. They have some of the greatest (and most reasonably priced) golf courses in the nation.



Pizza, you ever eat at Caruso's Italian Restaurant in Myrtle Beach? Excellent restaurant.


Doesn't ring a bell, DC. But next time I'm down there, I'll be on the look-out!
Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 07/17/08 08:10 PM

Just had turkey satay with noodles.

Tasty.
Posted By: Santino Brasi

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 07/17/08 08:12 PM

Nice Yogi, what kind of noodles?
Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 07/17/08 08:27 PM

Just basic egg noodles Santino.

The satay was tasty though. Mrs. Yogi has a recipe for it and she puts all sorts in. Coconut milk,peanut butter,chillies and other stuff!
Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 07/22/08 08:04 PM

Had Chinese takeout tonight!

Beef & green peppers n black bean sauce,with fried rice and chips!

Lovely!
Posted By: pizzaboy

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 07/22/08 08:06 PM

I'm having Chinese myself tonight, Yogi.
Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 07/22/08 08:13 PM

What are you going to have PB?
Posted By: pizzaboy

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 07/22/08 08:14 PM

Probably shrimp with lobster sauce and crab rangoons.

Dunno why they call it lobster sauce, there's no lobster in it. confused
Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 07/22/08 08:16 PM

Sounds delicious PB!

Enjoy cool
Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 07/24/08 05:16 PM

Last night we had grilled chicken steaks with mozarella,onions and tomatoes on top. Served with potato wedges!

Delicious!

Tonight we have just had chilli.
Posted By: pizzaboy

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 07/27/08 09:51 PM

Rigatoni with ricotta.
Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 07/28/08 02:44 PM

Yesterday we did not have a Sunday dinner because everyone was busy doing different things.

So for the first time in years i had a Macdonalds with the kids eek

Utter rubbish....i had a chicken sandwich that quite possibly was made of rubber,a hamburger which was ok and fries which were cold mad

I was so upset (and hungry) i had a Chinese at work later.

Spare ribs and beef chow mein!
Posted By: svsg

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 07/28/08 04:39 PM

Yogi, maybe it was "rubber" smile I have heard of a similar case before.

http://www.just-food.com/article.aspx?ID=98203
Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 07/30/08 02:14 PM

Yikes sick
Posted By: pizzaboy

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 07/30/08 10:48 PM

Pizzas, Caesar Salad and Italian Ices tonight.
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 07/31/08 02:48 AM

I made some country-style ribs on the grill. I stopped at a farmstand earlier in the day and bought some fresh corn on the cob. It was sweet and delicious. Threw together a salad with some cucumbers from the garden, and dinner was complete.
Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 07/31/08 07:06 PM

Chicken curry followed by strawberries and ice cream.
Posted By: MaryCas

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 07/31/08 10:32 PM

Peanut Butter and Jelly Sandwiches. Hey, times are tough. We will have a bottle of cheap Merlot to go with it. Yum. For dessert; we'll split an oreo cookie.
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 08/01/08 02:30 AM

My mother made us dinner tonight. My brother and s-i-l were supposed to come over for dinner, but they had to cancel. We lucked out, because there was more for us. She made manicotti, braciole and meatballs in gravy. It was delicious.
Posted By: Beth E

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 08/01/08 11:29 AM

Originally Posted By: Sicilian Babe
My mother made us dinner tonight. My brother and s-i-l were supposed to come over for dinner, but they had to cancel. We lucked out, because there was more for us. She made manicotti, braciole and meatballs in gravy. It was delicious.


If I paid for shipping would you send some my way? Please!! lol
Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 08/01/08 01:41 PM

Crayfish salad tonight.
Posted By: dontomasso

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 08/01/08 03:24 PM

Last night red beans rice and shrimp cajum style. Tonight we're going out probably.
Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 08/05/08 03:32 PM

Last night for my birthday feast i had bruscetta to start,spicy meatballs and spaghetti for main and lovely tirimasu to finish.

Delicious!

Salad tonight.
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 08/05/08 09:23 PM

We were in North Miami Beach for a few days. I can't believe how ridiculously cheap it is to eat out there, and have good food to boot. We went to this fun place called the Ale House for dinner. We had 5 Margaritas, plus my husband had a pint of beer, we shared conch fritters as an appetizer, then he had fish and chips and I had a 20 oz. porterhouse. Both were served with fries, mine came with broccoli and the fish came with hush puppies and cole slaw.

I'm not going to pretend that it was a gourmet meal or that the steak was the same quality I would get in Shula's or The Charthouse, but the food certainly was damn good and the bill, with tip and tax, was under $50 for BOTH of us.
Posted By: pizzaboy

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 08/05/08 09:31 PM

The Ale Houses are all great and reasonably priced, Babe. It seems every town in south Florida has one. My favorite is the Boynton Beach Ale House, for all the reasons you just mentioned. And yeah, there are some GREAT restaurant deals down there, especially off season (read: right now, while it's a thousand degrees lol).
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 08/05/08 10:16 PM

You know what? I don't understand why people complain about the heat in Florida. It's hot there, it's hot here. It's summer, what do you expect?

The Ale House is one of my favorites, especially their $5 open roast beef lunch special. And the $5 flavored Skyy Vodka doubles. I had the Skyy Vodka Grape with Cranberry Juice. Yum. The Friday night $1 margaritas were nothing to sneeze at either.
Posted By: pizzaboy

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 08/05/08 10:27 PM

Originally Posted By: Sicilian Babe
You know what? I don't understand why people complain about the heat in Florida. It's hot there, it's hot here. It's summer, what do you expect?



I've been saying that for awhile now. The last ten years, it's just as hot up here in July as it is down there.
Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 08/06/08 02:18 PM

Anyplace called an Ale House sounds good to me smile
Posted By: pizzaboy

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 08/07/08 10:50 PM

Burgers and potato salad tonight.
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 08/08/08 12:44 AM

Originally Posted By: pizzaboy
Burgers and potato salad tonight.


That's just frightening. We had cheeseburgers and macaroni salad.
Posted By: J Geoff

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 08/08/08 12:44 AM


Subs from Shop-Rite. Shut up, they're awesome! tongue
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 08/08/08 12:59 AM

My ShopRite makes absolutely awesome subs. My mom eats lunch there at least twice a week.
Posted By: J Geoff

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 08/08/08 01:02 AM


The bread is really good - makes a big difference!
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 08/08/08 02:46 AM

Next time you are at our house, I have to take you to the bread factory. It is so cool. You walk in the back and all the Italian bread and rolls and bagels are cooling on the conveyor belts. You buy them right off the racks. And the smell is incredible!!

He also makes the best challah and pumpernickel/rye marble bread.
Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 08/08/08 02:07 PM

Originally Posted By: J Geoff

Subs from Shop-Rite. Shut up, they're awesome! tongue


Never had one from Shop-Rite cos we don't have 'em....

We do have Subways though....they is nice,particularly the foot longers smile
Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 08/08/08 02:08 PM

Oh yes i forgot!

Macaroni cheese tonight.

One of my favourites cool
Posted By: J Geoff

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 08/08/08 03:35 PM

Originally Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas
Never had one from Shop-Rite cos we don't have 'em....

We do have Subways though....they is nice,particularly the foot longers smile


Shop-Rite is a grocery store chain (w/ a deli and bakery) that might be regional here, not sure.

Subway and Quiznos are fast food, they're okay I guess but I'm not blown away by either.
Posted By: klydon1

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 08/08/08 08:35 PM

I frequently grab a sub/hoagie at Sheetz, a busy Pennsylvania chain of convenience stores. They're very good.

Dinner last night was at Chickie's and Pete's in Philly. Some friends and I went to the Phillies' game yesterday afternoon, stopped at McFadden's, a big and busy pub attached to the bar, and then went out toeat.

Chicken parmagian, mussels marinara, and one of the best bowls of seafood chowder I ever had. It had a delicious ly spicy kick to it.
Posted By: Don Jasani

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 08/09/08 11:23 PM

Probably just a tv dinner and a glass of milk tonight.
Posted By: olivant

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 08/10/08 12:45 AM

I just ate several sandwhiches of fried eggplant with onions in olive oil.

God, I am so glad I'm Italian.
Posted By: J Geoff

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 08/11/08 05:50 AM


Unfortunately I was weak, and hungry, at like 9pm after (audio/video) recording for a full day of my friends' band rehearsing for a Gram Parsons tribute show in September (35th anniversary of his death). Succumbed to a Double Whopper w/ Cheese on the Parkway... whistle
Posted By: J Geoff

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 08/11/08 05:51 AM


haha, and now I see a McDonald's ad on the bottom lol
Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 08/11/08 02:14 PM

Proper Sunday dinner yesterday.

Leg of lamb,mashed and roasted potatoes,broccoli,cabbage,turnip,carrots & cauliflower.

All with lashings of my wifes lovely spicy gravy!
Posted By: J Geoff

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 08/11/08 05:35 PM

Originally Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas
Leg of lamb,mashed and roasted potatoes,broccoli,cabbage,turnip,carrots & cauliflower.

All with lashings of my wifes lovely spicy gravy!


Sounds great! Next time skip the cabbage and invite me over! grin
Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 08/11/08 07:54 PM

You are always welcome Geoff smile

I'll just eat your portion of cabbage!


Long way to come just for a nice meal though grin
Posted By: Mignon

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 08/11/08 09:26 PM

I made the Col. porkchops,green beans,fried potatoes and I sliced up a tomato and cucumber, and cornbread.
Posted By: olivant

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 08/11/08 09:38 PM

I will do something tonight that I rarely do: I will order a pizza. I want a pizza, but I just don't feel like making one like I or my wife usually do. My wife said she doesn't feel like making one either. Well, here goes anyway.
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 08/11/08 10:37 PM

How weird is that, Mig?? We're having pork chops, too! But with rice and corn on the cob.
Posted By: Mignon

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 08/11/08 10:49 PM

I would like to get 2/3 dozen corn on the cob to put in the freezer for the winter.
Posted By: pizzaboy

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 08/11/08 10:49 PM

Leftover lamb shanks with potatoes and carrots.
Posted By: klydon1

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 08/11/08 11:00 PM

Originally Posted By: J Geoff
Originally Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas
Leg of lamb,mashed and roasted potatoes,broccoli,cabbage,turnip,carrots & cauliflower.

All with lashings of my wifes lovely spicy gravy!


Sounds great! Next time skip the cabbage and invite me over! grin


That does sound delicious...and I'm a big fan of cabbage too. smile
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 08/12/08 12:13 AM

I got corn from a farmstand a couple of weeks ago and that was great. Other than that, the crop has been meh. We had a farm about 15 minutes from our house that had the BEST corn. Unfortunately, it's in the process of becoming a housing development. frown
Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 08/12/08 06:24 PM

Originally Posted By: klydon1
Originally Posted By: J Geoff
Originally Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas
Leg of lamb,mashed and roasted potatoes,broccoli,cabbage,turnip,carrots & cauliflower.

All with lashings of my wifes lovely spicy gravy!


Sounds great! Next time skip the cabbage and invite me over! grin


That does sound delicious...and I'm a big fan of cabbage too. smile


You are always welcome too Klyd,you know that, although the distance rule comes into play again ohwell

Just had fresh salmon fillets,spicy Morroccan cous-cous and salad!

With white wine.

Delicious smile
Posted By: pizzaboy

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 08/12/08 06:26 PM

Nice, Yogi.

I always thought that fine dining in the UK consisted of a six pack and a baked potato. tongue lol
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 08/12/08 06:27 PM

We're going to a local BBQ place tonight that I've been dying to try for some time. They have something called the Tablebuster. It's a slab of ribs (and does anyone know the difference between a slab and a rack), 1/2 a chicken, pulled pork, pulled chicken, BBQ brisket, 3 large sides and their signature seasoned fries, and it's all for $48.95!! For $1 more, you can get 3 racks of ribs, a whole chicken and 3 large sides. I'm having a tough time deciding.
Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 08/12/08 06:32 PM

Originally Posted By: pizzaboy
Nice, Yogi.

I always thought that fine dining in the UK consisted of a six pack and a baked potato. tongue lol


Thats tomorrow PB....

The baked potato for the wife and the six pack for me grin
Posted By: klydon1

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 08/12/08 08:21 PM

Originally Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas

Just had fresh salmon fillets,spicy Morroccan cous-cous and salad!

With white wine.

Delicious smile


No fair. You can't have two outstanding dinners on consecutive nights. grin
Posted By: klydon1

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 08/12/08 08:29 PM

Originally Posted By: Sicilian Babe
We're going to a local BBQ place tonight that I've been dying to try for some time. They have something called the Tablebuster. It's a slab of ribs (and does anyone know the difference between a slab and a rack), 1/2 a chicken, pulled pork, pulled chicken, BBQ brisket, 3 large sides and their signature seasoned fries, and it's all for $48.95!! For $1 more, you can get 3 racks of ribs, a whole chicken and 3 large sides. I'm having a tough time deciding.


That's quite a bargain. For the extra dollar do you get all three of those items, or just one of the three?

A slab of ribs is meatier. A rack is a slab that is trimmed. There is a difference between Kansas City and St. Louis racks. Both are outstanding.

Enjoy your feast.
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 08/12/08 08:59 PM

Sorry. For $49.95, you get the 3 racks, the whole chicken, and the 3 large sides. And their sides sound so good. Collard greens, mac and cheese, corn souffle, brandy glazed carrots, fries, seasoned fries. I'm so freaking hungry. lol
Posted By: Santino Brasi

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 08/12/08 10:10 PM

Last night I had Olive Garden, best food I have had in a while
Posted By: svsg

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 08/12/08 10:19 PM

Couple of days ago I had Fettuccine Alfredo at Olive Gardens. I usually have the Eggplant Parmigiana or Cheese Ravioli. I don't have much veggie choices there. I love their bread and salad, but I am not a fan of their soup.
Posted By: pizzaboy

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 08/12/08 10:23 PM

Chicken and ribs tonight from a local takeout barbecue joint.
Posted By: Santino Brasi

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 08/12/08 10:39 PM

I had Brucetta, Minestrone, Stuffed Mushrooms, Sicilian Scampi, Chicken Parmigaiana, Lasagna, Seafood Alfredo, Tiramisu, and Chocolate Galato

at olive garden, I am still full grin
Posted By: pizzaboy

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 08/12/08 10:40 PM

Damn, boy.
Posted By: Santino Brasi

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 08/12/08 10:44 PM

I shared the Brucetta and Sicilian Scampi lol
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 08/13/08 12:35 AM

We went for the Tablebuster at Bailey's Smokehouse (the four of us and my mom). It was a slab of ribs, 1/2 a BBQ chicken, Pulled Pork, Pulled Chicken, an entire BBQ Brisket, two enormous smoked sausages, mac and cheese, beans, corn souffle, and fries. My husband had two Stella Artois and I had one (on tap - man were they cold), then my husband and I split a lemon gelato and the girls shared a chocolate souffle with raspberry sauce. Tip, tax and all - $95.

And we have enough leftovers for another two meals.
Posted By: klydon1

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 08/13/08 04:17 AM

Originally Posted By: Santino_Brasi
I had Brucetta, Minestrone, Stuffed Mushrooms, Sicilian Scampi, Chicken Parmigaiana, Lasagna, Seafood Alfredo, Tiramisu, and Chocolate Galato

at olive garden, I am still full grin


Wow!
Posted By: klydon1

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 08/13/08 04:20 AM

Originally Posted By: Sicilian Babe
We went for the Tablebuster at Bailey's Smokehouse (the four of us and my mom). It was a slab of ribs, 1/2 a BBQ chicken, Pulled Pork, Pulled Chicken, an entire BBQ Brisket, two enormous smoked sausages, mac and cheese, beans, corn souffle, and fries. My husband had two Stella Artois and I had one (on tap - man were they cold), then my husband and I split a lemon gelato and the girls shared a chocolate souffle with raspberry sauce. Tip, tax and all - $95.

And we have enough leftovers for another two meals.


That's quite a feast. I bet those leftovers are going to be great too.

Since it was only my wife, daughter and I today at dinner, we let my daughter select, and she wanted Chinese takeout, which I wasn't in the mood for. Most of it is in the fridge.
Posted By: Longneck

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 08/13/08 01:52 PM

Originally Posted By: svsg
Couple of days ago I had Fettuccine Alfredo at Olive Gardens. I usually have the Eggplant Parmigiana or Cheese Ravioli. I don't have much veggie choices there. I love their bread and salad, but I am not a fan of their soup.


I hate Olive Garden, but they do have a good soup. The Zuppa.
Posted By: svsg

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 08/13/08 03:43 PM

I tried the minestrone there and felt that it has too many solid objects in it grin
Posted By: Santino Brasi

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 08/14/08 02:20 AM

Originally Posted By: Longneck
Originally Posted By: svsg
Couple of days ago I had Fettuccine Alfredo at Olive Gardens. I usually have the Eggplant Parmigiana or Cheese Ravioli. I don't have much veggie choices there. I love their bread and salad, but I am not a fan of their soup.


I hate Olive Garden, but they do have a good soup. The Zuppa.


I had that too, I just couldn't remember the name, that is the potato one right?
Posted By: klydon1

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 08/14/08 03:28 AM

I haven't been to Olive Garden in a couple of years, but I enjoyed a sausage soup they had. There may have been potatoes. I can't remember.
Posted By: Santino Brasi

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 08/14/08 03:32 AM

yeah, that's the one
Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 08/14/08 07:00 PM

Home made steak and kidney pies with potato wedges.

Followed by home made gooey centred brownies.....

Yum bloody yum smile
Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 08/16/08 06:50 PM

Wild mushroom rissotto, washed down with a lovely Spanish Chardonnay.

Home made chocolate cake with cream for afters!
Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 08/19/08 07:47 PM

Juicy chicken steaks topped with a mozzarella,parmesan,shallots and cherry plum tomatoes crust.

We had those with potato wedges(which we have a lot,but the kids love them).

For pudding, we had a home made apple and pear crumble,which i helped to make.
Posted By: klydon1

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 08/20/08 12:12 AM

Originally Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas

We had those with potato wedges(which we have a lot,but the kids love them).



Yogi, How do you make your potato wedges?
Posted By: Santino Brasi

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 08/20/08 03:57 AM

I make mine with potatoes
Posted By: svsg

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 08/20/08 04:04 AM

I too use potatoes, but make wedges out of them.
Posted By: Santino Brasi

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 08/20/08 04:06 AM

ah yes, I to do that, but I like to cook mine in some way, usually
Posted By: Mignon

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 08/21/08 07:32 PM

I'm making home made veggie soup. The Col requested it.
Posted By: Longneck

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 08/22/08 05:45 PM

Originally Posted By: klydon1
Originally Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas

We had those with potato wedges(which we have a lot,but the kids love them).



Yogi, How do you make your potato wedges?

Open a bag and pop em in the oven
Posted By: pizzaboy

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 08/23/08 03:53 PM

City Island tonight.

Not sure which restaurant. Whichever is the least crowded. lol
Posted By: Longneck

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 08/23/08 03:57 PM

I'm grilling BBQ Chicken, potatoes.
Posted By: J Geoff

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 08/24/08 07:40 AM


So, the $20 in credit I got from Ruby Tuesday's corporate office after complaining that time... I went w/ my folks the other night, and as usual... the salad bar ROCKS! and the crab cakes and burgers rock... so stick with that and you should be okay. Stay away from the steaks, and all will be good. wink
Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 08/24/08 07:13 PM

Originally Posted By: klydon1
Originally Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas

We had those with potato wedges(which we have a lot,but the kids love them).



Yogi, How do you make your potato wedges?



Potatoes halved and quartered,with the skins left on.

Cover with olive oil and home made fajita spice!

Bang in the oven for approx 40 mins!

Hey presto Klyd smile
Posted By: pizzaboy

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 08/25/08 02:41 PM

Originally Posted By: J Geoff

So, the $20 in credit I got from Ruby Tuesday's corporate office after complaining that time... I went w/ my folks the other night, and as usual... the salad bar ROCKS! and the crab cakes and burgers rock... so stick with that and you should be okay. Stay away from the steaks, and all will be good. wink



Funny, Geoffy. Ruby Tuesday's is one of the only chain restaurants that I'll eat at. There aren't any in the Bronx, but there's one on Route 110 in Farmingdale that I stop at when I'm out there. The burgers are edible, the drinks are huge (if a bit overpriced, but hey, it's a chain), and the salad bar, as you say, rocks. There's also one in the Boynton Beach mall in Florida. Boynton Beach is just one town away from me down there, so I usually stop by for lunch at least once while I'm in town.
Posted By: dontomasso

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 08/25/08 04:15 PM

PB I am shocked! I put Ruby Tuesday's in with the rest of them.. Applebees, TGI Friday's and The late and not great Bennigan's.
Posted By: klydon1

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 08/25/08 06:22 PM

Originally Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas
Originally Posted By: klydon1
Originally Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas

We had those with potato wedges(which we have a lot,but the kids love them).



Yogi, How do you make your potato wedges?



Potatoes halved and quartered,with the skins left on.

Cover with olive oil and home made fajita spice!

Bang in the oven for approx 40 mins!

Hey presto Klyd smile


Guess what I'm making tonight? smile
Posted By: Longneck

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 08/25/08 10:58 PM

Originally Posted By: dontomasso
PB I am shocked! I put Ruby Tuesday's in with the rest of them.. Applebees, TGI Friday's and The late and not great Bennigan's.


I agree. They are all shit.

I am having leftover mashed potatoes, cornbread, fried chicken (marinated in buttermilk)
Posted By: Mignon

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 08/26/08 12:51 AM

Fettucine Alfredo.
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 08/26/08 12:58 AM

Originally Posted By: Mignon
Fettucine Alfredo.


Do you use heavy or light cream in your recipe?
Posted By: Mignon

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 08/26/08 02:11 AM

Tell ya the truth I don't know how to make Alfredo sauce so I buy Ragu Alfredo sauce.

I know I should be ashamed. blush
Posted By: klydon1

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 08/26/08 02:57 AM

I made chicken on the grill, cabbage and Yogi's potato wedges. I had some large russet potatoes that were perfect for them. Like Yogi, I brushed them with oil, but I didn't have fajita seasonings, so I sprinkled them with salt and granulated garlic, and the kids convinced me to top them with grated cheddar and mozzarella. They were pretty good.
Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 08/26/08 01:11 PM

Originally Posted By: klydon1
I made chicken on the grill, cabbage and Yogi's potato wedges. I had some large russet potatoes that were perfect for them. Like Yogi, I brushed them with oil, but I didn't have fajita seasonings, so I sprinkled them with salt and granulated garlic, and the kids convinced me to top them with grated cheddar and mozzarella. They were pretty good.


Hey Klyd, your wedges sound pretty good also!

Maybe we should start a new business "Yogi & Klyd:Wedges Are Us"

We could corner the market in wedges in the UK & US and earn our fortunes smile


Oh, by the way, i had a lovely sausage casserole last night.

Crab linguine tonight!
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 08/26/08 01:28 PM

Mig, if people didn't buy them, Ragu would stop making them.

You should check out some recipes online, though. It's not that hard to make. And it would be great with one of your homegrown tomato salads.
Posted By: pizzaboy

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 08/26/08 10:37 PM

Barbecued shell steaks, spinach with garlic and olive oil, baked potatoes and tomato salad. Lemon and cherry ices from the local pizza place for dessert.
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 08/26/08 10:42 PM

Oh, man, PB, can I come over?? My daughter's cooking tonight. She's making fries and cheeseburgers, but she's making real fries in a frying pan, no frozen stuff. And she promised us homemade chocolate mousse for dessert.

She's not much on cooking meals, but she makes phenomenal desserts. For Christmas Eve she made a red velvet cake, and for Christmas, in honor of her Austrian side, she made a Sacher Torte. They were both outrageously good.
Posted By: Mignon

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 08/27/08 01:16 AM

We had baked chicken,green beans from my garden,corn,mash potatoes.
Posted By: Mignon

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 08/28/08 10:12 PM

sloppy joes and chips
Posted By: pizzaboy

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 08/28/08 11:43 PM

Pork chops with string beans and potatoes.
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 08/29/08 12:26 AM

PB, Where's my dinner invitation?? I'm still waiting. You and I are the only ones who love our steaks rare. We need to band together. smile
Posted By: pizzaboy

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 08/29/08 12:30 AM

Raw, Miss Babe. I could eat 'em raw. smile
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 08/29/08 12:33 AM

Me, too!! When Cite` was open, I used to order their steak tartare for my appetizer every time. It was soooo good. I also used to buy the whole shell of beef and then I'd cut off the tails and make my own chop meat. Mr. Babe and I used to get fairly primitive over the raw meat.
Posted By: Mignon

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 08/29/08 12:49 AM

Originally Posted By: Sicilian Babe
PB, Where's my dinner invitation?? I'm still waiting. You and I are the only ones who love our steaks rare. We need to band together. smile


sick Well done is the best.
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 08/29/08 01:08 AM

Well done? Why bother?? Just nibble on a charcoal briquette. wink
Posted By: SC

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 08/29/08 01:11 AM

Medium is the way to go. Well done IS like eating a piece of charcoal (except for a hamburger) BUT raw or rare is like eating dog food.

Arf.... Arf.
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 08/29/08 01:19 AM

Just pat me on the head and pass me a TBone RARE.
Posted By: Don Cardi

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 08/29/08 01:27 AM

I made some Rib Eye steaks on the grill earlier this evening that were just deliciously Tender and Juicy, Med - Rare, along with a side of garlic and olive oil sauteed spinach and a nice fresh Tomato and Iceburg lettuce salad.
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 08/29/08 01:28 AM

Why do you people keep torturing me with visions of juicy steak??? cry
Posted By: pizzaboy

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 08/29/08 01:29 AM

Originally Posted By: pizzaboy
Barbecued shell steaks, spinach with garlic and olive oil, baked potatoes and tomato salad. Lemon and cherry ices from the local pizza place for dessert.


You practically duplicated my dinner from Tuesday, DC.

Great minds . . . wink
Posted By: SC

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 08/29/08 01:29 AM

Originally Posted By: Don Cardi
I made some Rib Eye steaks on the grill earlier this evening that were just deliciously Tender and Juicy, Med - Rare, along with a side of garlic and olive oil sauteed spinach and a nice fresh Tomato and Iceburg lettuce salad.


Ya know.... I bought EZ Pass a month back.... I'm still waiting to use it. whistle
Posted By: Mignon

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 08/29/08 01:30 AM

Originally Posted By: Sicilian Babe
Well done? Why bother?? Just nibble on a charcoal briquette. wink


Sorry if I wanted to drink blood I would open up one of my veins and stick a staw in it and drink up. Well done for me.
Posted By: SC

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 08/29/08 01:32 AM

Originally Posted By: Mignon
Sorry if I wanted to drink blood I would open up one of my veins and stick a staw in it and drink up.


Who are you kidding? Only moonshine would come out.
Posted By: Don Cardi

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 08/29/08 01:35 AM

Originally Posted By: Sicilian Babe
Why do you people keep torturing me with visions of juicy steak??? cry



Posted By: Don Cardi

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 08/29/08 01:37 AM

Originally Posted By: SC
Originally Posted By: Don Cardi
I made some Rib Eye steaks on the grill earlier this evening that were just deliciously Tender and Juicy, Med - Rare, along with a side of garlic and olive oil sauteed spinach and a nice fresh Tomato and Iceburg lettuce salad.


Ya know.... I bought EZ Pass a month back.... I'm still waiting to use it. whistle


Don't hand me that shit! You know damn well that my home is always opened to you!

Just for that......NO STEAK FOR YOU!!!!!
Posted By: SC

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 08/29/08 01:39 AM

Just for that, I'm coming over when the Giants game will be on tv and I'll talk throughout the entire game.
Posted By: Mignon

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 08/29/08 01:41 AM

Originally Posted By: Sicilian Babe
Why do you people keep torturing me with visions of juicy steak??? cry


Cuz they want us to gain weight.
Posted By: Mignon

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 08/29/08 01:43 AM

Originally Posted By: SC
Just for that, I'm coming over when the Giants game will be on tv and I'll talk throughout the entire game.


And don't forget to walk in front of the tv.
Posted By: Don Cardi

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 08/29/08 01:45 AM

Originally Posted By: SC
Just for that, I'm coming over when the Giants game will be on tv and I'll talk throughout the entire game.


You're quite welcomed to come as long as they are not playing a playoff game or are in the Superbowl.

And if you insist on talking through an entire regualr season game, then this is the kind of steak that YOU'LL be served :

Posted By: SC

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 08/29/08 01:46 AM

Originally Posted By: Mignon
And don't forget to walk in front of the tv.


Good idea. Little Miss Cardi and I can do our "Thumbfather" routine in front of the tv.
Posted By: SC

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 08/29/08 01:49 AM

Originally Posted By: Don Cardi
You're quite welcomed to come as long as they are not playing a playoff game or are in the Superbowl.


I got a free Sunday in late January. I'll start sticking my voodoo pins in the blue uniforms now.

Can I have some onions with the Steak Ummms?
Posted By: Don Cardi

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 08/29/08 01:49 AM

Originally Posted By: SC
Originally Posted By: Mignon
Sorry if I wanted to drink blood I would open up one of my veins and stick a staw in it and drink up.


Who are you kidding? Only moonshine would come out.


Posted By: Don Cardi

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 08/29/08 01:52 AM

Originally Posted By: SC
Originally Posted By: Don Cardi
You're quite welcomed to come as long as they are not playing a playoff game or are in the Superbowl.


I got a free Sunday in late January. I'll start sticking my voodoo pins in the blue uniforms now.


"Here's a slow grounder to first.....BEHIND THE BAG!"

Be very very careful. Your Redsox haven't locked up anything yet this season. wink
Posted By: Mignon

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 08/29/08 01:53 AM

How'd you find that pic of the Col's uncles?
Posted By: Don Cardi

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 08/29/08 01:56 AM

Originally Posted By: Mignon
How'd you find that pic of the Col's uncles?


Not hard at all. I even found a pic of your backyard on Google :




tongue
Posted By: SC

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 08/29/08 02:00 AM

Originally Posted By: Don Cardi
"Here's a slow grounder to first.....BEHIND THE BAG!"


Last year.... Philadelphia Phillies!
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 08/29/08 02:03 AM

Oooh!! Oooh!! Moonshine, sports rivalries, raw steak, only in America!! lol
Posted By: SC

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 08/29/08 02:07 AM

Damn.... I think SB is getting turned on.
Posted By: Mignon

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 08/29/08 02:08 AM

Originally Posted By: Don Cardi
Originally Posted By: Mignon
How'd you find that pic of the Col's uncles?


Not hard at all. I even found a pic of your backyard on Google :




tongue


Damn that Google earth. I'm gonna have to clean up my backyard now.
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 08/29/08 02:11 AM

Originally Posted By: SC
Damn.... I think SB is getting turned on.


Why, yes, I DO have physical therapy tomorrow. How'd you know? Oh, wait, you weren't talking about that, were you? blush

Edit: Top of Page!! WOOT WOOT
Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 08/29/08 06:07 PM

Hot dogs tonight.

Plain and simple.

I have an upset stomach so i needed something plain.

Kids were happy as well!
Posted By: ibarramedia

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 08/30/08 01:20 AM


Food:
Meal 1
Oats
Eggs
Protein
Meal 2
Orange Roughy
Broccoli
Spinach
Meal 3
Steak
Broccoli
Meal 4
Chicken
Almonds
Meal 5
Protein powder
Oats
Meal 6
Tuna
Bell Pepper
Posted By: Santino Brasi

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 08/30/08 02:54 AM

good god, how many meals do you eat?
Posted By: Mignon

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 08/30/08 03:22 AM

Cabbage rolls
Posted By: pizzaboy

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 08/30/08 03:23 AM

Sausage and peppers.
Posted By: J Geoff

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 08/30/08 10:37 PM


Okay, don't laugh too hard now... but I met my folks at Olive Garden at like 3:30pm, figuring I'd get their awesome all-you-can-eat soup/salad lunch. But then I saw the all-you-can-eat "Never Ending Pasta Bowl" (choice of 6 sauces and 7 pastas -- I got the Asiago Garlic Alrfredo over angel hair) for $8.95 plus all-you-can-eat meatballs and sausage for $1.95 more. Plus the salad was included. Needless to say, I couldn't even finish the first portion, let alone ask for another! whistle And it was actually not bad! tongue
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 08/30/08 11:55 PM

I mock Olive Garden, but the truth is I've never eaten in one. We're having leftover Chinese tonight, but now I want pasta!!
Posted By: Mignon

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 08/31/08 01:16 AM

Originally Posted By: J Geoff

Okay, don't laugh too hard now... but I met my folks at Olive Garden another! whistle And it was actually not bad! tongue


I like it myself Geoff. I'm limited on the Italian restraunts here so beggers can't be choosers.
Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 09/02/08 02:15 PM

Had salmon last night with potatoes and salad!

Coc au Vin tonight.

It is bubbling away in the crock pot and sending my tummy wild rolleyes
Posted By: Mignon

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 09/02/08 08:35 PM

Last night we went
Here
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 09/02/08 08:54 PM

Mig, no offense, but I don't think I'd want to eat in a place that has "lube" in the name. lol
Posted By: Mignon

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 09/02/08 10:04 PM

My future Son-in-law wanted to go there so all 15 of us went. They had good gyro's.
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 09/02/08 10:15 PM

I do love a good gyro.
Posted By: Santino Brasi

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 09/03/08 12:43 AM

I love Baklava grin
Posted By: Mignon

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 09/04/08 02:00 AM

Home made pizza.
Posted By: J Geoff

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 09/04/08 05:57 AM


Burritos from 7-11 ohwell
Posted By: SC

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 09/04/08 11:19 AM

Originally Posted By: J Geoff
Burritos from 7-11 ohwell


That explains why New Jersey has declared an air health advisory for today.
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 09/04/08 11:36 AM

I did just hear something about fog obscuring the Garden State Parkway.
Posted By: SC

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 09/04/08 11:39 AM

Originally Posted By: Sicilian Babe
I did just hear something about fog obscuring the Garden State Parkway.


They put a no-smoking ban into effect today on the entire length of the GSP. They're afraid of a spark igniting the bad air and blowing up the entire state.
Posted By: klydon1

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 09/04/08 12:42 PM

Originally Posted By: Mignon
Last night we went
Here


I've been there a couple of times. They have a restaurant in Bloomsburg. I was never disappointed.
Posted By: Don Cardi

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 09/05/08 08:35 PM

Originally Posted By: Mignon
My future Son-in-law wanted to go there so all 15 of us went. They had good gyro's.



I guess that ever since the 15 of you ate there, they no longer have Gyros. wink


That place actually looks very interesting. Looks like a real fun place to go to.
Posted By: Mignon

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 09/05/08 10:17 PM

Originally Posted By: Don Cardi
Originally Posted By: Mignon
My future Son-in-law wanted to go there so all 15 of us went. They had good gyro's.



I guess that ever since the 15 of you ate there, they no longer have Gyros. wink


That place actually looks very interesting. Looks like a real fun place to go to.


Well if you ever decide to come to Canton to the football HOL I'll take ya.
Posted By: Don Cardi

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 09/05/08 11:36 PM

Originally Posted By: Mignon


Well if you ever decide to come to Canton to the football HOL I'll take ya.


It's a deal!
Posted By: Longneck

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 09/06/08 01:12 AM

Originally Posted By: klydon1
Originally Posted By: Mignon
Last night we went
Here


I've been there a couple of times. They have a restaurant in Bloomsburg. I was never disappointed.


There's one closeby, never been to it though.
Posted By: Mignon

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 09/06/08 01:44 AM

Give it a try.
Posted By: Longneck

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 09/06/08 02:36 AM

Originally Posted By: Mignon
Give it a try.
But I'm not dressed, my wife is at work...

I am hungry though....

We're having our 30th Annual Popcorn Festival and during the week local places sell food downtown. Today was Kelsey's Steakhouse and you got Prime Rib, Baked Potato, a roll, and a can of pop for $8.50.

Huge line. They made a lot of money today, totally worth it.

Tomorrow is the actual festival.

EDIT: Holy shit, 60-75,000 people each year?
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 09/06/08 02:37 AM

Can they really make money charging only $9 for a prime rib?? I guess they make money on the bar tabs, etc.
Posted By: Longneck

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 09/06/08 02:45 AM

Originally Posted By: Sicilian Babe
Can they really make money charging only $9 for a prime rib?? I guess they make money on the bar tabs, etc.


It was set up in a big tent, no bar. Many people (including my wife and I) got them to go.

I think it works out more as a volume business (like a supermarket) than making a lot of profit per prime rib. Because they sold a lot of them.
Posted By: Longneck

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 09/06/08 02:58 AM

Going to meet my wife for a nice romantic dinner at McDonalds in a few minutes.

Ah well, tomorrow I'll be pigging out on festival food, and Kelsey's will be there.
Posted By: dontomasso

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 09/08/08 07:18 PM

Last night pasta with pesto sauce and shrimp sauteed in olive oil and garlic.

Tonight..burgers
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 09/08/08 08:28 PM

Looks like sausage on the grill and some corn from a local farmstand.
Posted By: Mignon

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 09/08/08 08:30 PM

A chicken casserole.
Posted By: klydon1

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 09/08/08 08:50 PM

Buffalo chicken pizzas
Posted By: Santino Brasi

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 09/09/08 01:48 AM

Chilli Dogs tonight
Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 09/09/08 08:36 PM

Quiche and salad tonight.

Simple but tasty.
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 09/09/08 09:16 PM

I'm making shrimp sauteed in butter, white wine, garlic and lemon, served on a bed of rice. I'll also steam some green beans and have a nice tomato salad with tomatoes from Mr. Babe's garden.
Posted By: Longneck

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 09/10/08 01:41 AM

Had two 24oz beers at lunch with my large order of Hot Wings.

So leftover Hot Wings are my dinner tonight.
Posted By: Santino Brasi

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 09/10/08 01:47 AM

Burgers and Chedder and Shells, also, a baked potato
Posted By: Don Cardi

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 09/10/08 11:16 PM

I split the top part of the shells of 3 Lobster Tails and pulled the tail up where it rested on the shell. Cracked 6 claws and then sauteed the 3 Lobster Tails and the 6 Claws in Garlic, Olive Oil, Parsley, Lemon and Paprika.

Then I fired up the grill on high until the tempurature was at it's max. Place two stirps of tin foil on the grill and then place all of the tails and claws on the tin foil with the open part of the claws, and the tail meat that was resting on top of the shell, on the foil facing up. Closed the cover and cooked it until the shells turned red and the tails looked nice and broiled.

Had a side of Rice a Roni, corn on the cob and some sauteed Broccoli with the lobsters.

Delicious!
Posted By: AppleOnYa

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 09/10/08 11:42 PM

OMG...Don Cardi you are making me drool...right down to the corn & Rice-a-Roni which happen to be two of my LIFETIME favorites. Next time you're planning to cook that way, please call me and I'll be right over.

I had two VERY delicious crabcakes that I bought today at a Farmer's Market near my job. I share this only because it is VERY DIFFICULT to find a really good crabcake for under $3.00 each these days, they're either too salty, too much breading or just so loaded with fillers you don't even taste any crab!!

But these were homemade, frozen and 4 for $11.00. At $2.75 each they were worth a try.

Side dish...rice mixture that I made with corn, black beans, tomato & seasoning.
Posted By: Longneck

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 09/11/08 01:50 AM

EWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWW SEAFOOD


....and I say that right before I go to get some Taco Bell or some other hideous fast food meal.
Posted By: klydon1

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 09/11/08 01:51 AM

Quite a feast, DC. That lobster sounded delicious.

Apple, those crab cakes sound like quite a bargain. I know what you mean about how some of them are so salty.

Tonight was my wife's birthday, so my kids and I took her to a nearby restaurant that was originally a schoolhouse built in the late 18th century. It has been remodeled, of course, but retains much of the colonial charm. One son ordered the NY strip steak and the other, fettucini alfredo with chicken. My daughter went with spaghetti and meat sauce and my wife had eggplant parmagian. I had the English fish and chips (very good, but not nearly as good as what Yogi gets).

As appetizers we ordered garlic and cheese bread, hot wings and onion rings. There are a lot of leftovers in the fridge.
Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 09/11/08 02:40 PM

Sounds delicious Klyd!

I do like a nice plate of fish and chips i have to admit,with lashings of salt and vinegar and a nice bread bun with tomato ketchup on,to make a nice chip butty. smile

Tonight we are having spicy sausages with roast potatoes,onions and peppers!
Posted By: pizzaboy

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 09/11/08 02:46 PM

Better double up on the Muesli tomorrow, Yogi. Those potatoes will bind you right up!
Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 09/11/08 03:10 PM

Double muesli it is then PB smile
Posted By: Santino Brasi

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 09/13/08 01:47 AM

Liver and Onions tonight, Yum
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 09/13/08 01:58 AM

I LOVE liver and onions. We had chinese tonight.
Posted By: Santino Brasi

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 09/13/08 01:59 AM

I LOVE Chinese. We had Liver and Onions tonight lol
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 09/13/08 02:01 AM

Too funny!
Posted By: dontommasino

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 09/13/08 02:17 AM

Smoked Meat sandwich
Posted By: klydon1

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 09/13/08 04:23 AM

PArty at a friend's house. Double crusted white pizza with and without broccoli, ziti and meat sauce (I mean gravy), shrimp, pork barbecue, assorted fruit and cheeses, some other side dishes and birthday cake.

Have to say I was proud of my ten year old daughter. At one point of the evening, one of the moms, who is a good friend of ours, asked me politely to talk to her because she struck her son, who is a couple years younger than she. I went to the basement where all the kids told me that her son would repeatedly run up behind another child, Joey, (my daughter's age), who happens to have Down Syndrome, and tease him and knock him to the floor. Both times my daughter saw this, she walloped him.

Before I could say anything to her, she told me very calmly, "Dad, even if you tell me not to hit him, if he's mean to Joey, I'm going to let him have it." I gave her my approval. Red heads are tough.
Posted By: pizzaboy

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 09/13/08 02:19 PM

Not big on Chinese Buffets, but last night I was at my brother's house in Upper Westchester and he took me to one in Cortlandt? Well, I know it was on Route 6 . . . It was absolutely fantastic. The buffet included 1-and-a-half pound lobsters, on top of the usual items. I can't wait to go back. Now if I could only remember the name of the place. lol
Posted By: Longneck

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 09/13/08 07:53 PM

Originally Posted By: pizzaboy
Not big on Chinese Buffets, but last night I was at my brother's house in Upper Westchester and he took me to one in Cortlandt? Well, I know it was on Route 6 . . . It was absolutely fantastic. The buffet included 1-and-a-half pound lobsters, on top of the usual items. I can't wait to go back. Now if I could only remember the name of the place. lol


8 China Buffet?

I never could figure out the 8.
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 09/13/08 07:59 PM

Originally Posted By: klydon1
Have to say I was proud of my ten year old daughter. At one point of the evening, one of the moms, who is a good friend of ours, asked me politely to talk to her because she struck her son, who is a couple years younger than she. I went to the basement where all the kids told me that her son would repeatedly run up behind another child, Joey, (my daughter's age), who happens to have Down Syndrome, and tease him and knock him to the floor. Both times my daughter saw this, she walloped him.

Before I could say anything to her, she told me very calmly, "Dad, even if you tell me not to hit him, if he's mean to Joey, I'm going to let him have it." I gave her my approval. Red heads are tough.


I hope you gave her an extra piece of cake, Klyd. Hell, take her out today and buy her a whole cake of her own.
Posted By: Don Cardi

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 09/14/08 03:23 PM

Originally Posted By: Longneck



8 China Buffet?

I never could figure out the 8.


A play on words?

8 = ATE

ATE (8) China Buffet.
Posted By: Don Cardi

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 09/14/08 03:26 PM

Originally Posted By: klydon1


Have to say I was proud of my ten year old daughter. .... all the kids told me that her son would repeatedly run up behind another child, Joey, (my daughter's age), who happens to have Down Syndrome, and tease him and knock him to the floor. Both times my daughter saw this, she walloped him.

Before I could say anything to her, she told me very calmly, "Dad, even if you tell me not to hit him, if he's mean to Joey, I'm going to let him have it." I gave her my approval. Red heads are tough.



clap Good for her! clap

SantinA "Klyd" Corleone!
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 09/14/08 04:58 PM

We have a Chinese Buffet called The Hard Wok Buffet, a name I always thought was cute.
Posted By: Longneck

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 09/14/08 06:53 PM

We have a Chinese place called New Dragon and I always want to call it Red Dragon. I don't care about the name because the food is awesome. tongue
Posted By: Don Smitty

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 09/15/08 01:59 AM

hamburger and onionrings! perfect.
Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 09/15/08 02:21 PM

Chicken and rice yesterday!
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 09/15/08 02:28 PM

We gave my mom some tomatoes from our garden, and she whipped up an incredible tomato sauce, and then made lasagna with it. It was out of this world.
Posted By: klydon1

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 09/15/08 07:52 PM

Originally Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas
Chicken and rice yesterday!


Chicken and rice for me tonight
Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 09/16/08 01:38 PM

Originally Posted By: klydon1
Originally Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas
Chicken and rice yesterday!


Chicken and rice for me tonight


A darned tasty meal it is too eh? smile
Posted By: Santino Brasi

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 09/17/08 02:06 AM

Corned Beef and Cabbage tonight grin
Posted By: J Geoff

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 09/17/08 06:36 AM

Originally Posted By: dontommasino
Smoked Meat sandwich


It's bad enough I hear people use the disgusting phrase "lunch meat" rather than "cold cuts"... but smoked "meat"?? What is that, like, beef jerky or something?? Using the term "meat" is foul (I know, an almost oxymoron lol) -- just tell us what KIND of meat! Smoked pork? Fine. Smoked turkey? Fine. Smoked "meat"? NOT fine. tongue
Posted By: pizzaboy

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 09/17/08 02:11 PM

Originally Posted By: J Geoff
Originally Posted By: dontommasino
Smoked Meat sandwich


It's bad enough I hear people use the disgusting phrase "lunch meat" rather than "cold cuts"... but smoked "meat"?? What is that, like, beef jerky or something?? Using the term "meat" is foul (I know, an almost oxymoron lol) -- just tell us what KIND of meat! Smoked pork? Fine. Smoked turkey? Fine. Smoked "meat"? NOT fine. tongue



How about "processed cheese food?" That's my favorite. lol
Posted By: Longneck

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 09/17/08 08:27 PM

I'm marinating some meat to put on the grill later.


Oh - right. The meat is pork chops with the bone in. The marinade is chipolte and lime.
Posted By: Santino Brasi

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 09/19/08 02:56 AM

wasn't very hungry, Had Muesli for dinner
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 09/19/08 03:05 AM

We had soup. I had some broth frozen from a chicken soup I made a month or so ago. I defrosted it, cooked some orzo, and homemade chicken soup for dinner!
Posted By: Mignon

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 09/19/08 04:50 AM

I made scalloped potatoes and ham.
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 09/19/08 10:37 AM

Curious, Mig. What do you use? Did you have a leftover baked ham, or did you used ham steak??

I like to use leftovers from a baked ham to make the scalloped potatoes, but then I realized that I could probably use a ham steak and not have to wait to bake a whole darned ham.
Posted By: Mignon

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 09/19/08 11:43 AM

I use leftovers mostly. Sometimes I'll add in a little broccoli.
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 09/19/08 12:11 PM

Oh, so you baked a ham recently? I love ham. I need to bake a ham soon, because I'm craving it big time.

I never tried broccoli in it. I'll have to keep that in mind.
Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 09/19/08 02:23 PM

We had fish and chips last night,with peas and sweetcorn!

Nice!
Posted By: Mignon

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 09/19/08 03:27 PM

Originally Posted By: Sicilian Babe
Oh, so you baked a ham recently? I love ham. I need to bake a ham soon, because I'm craving it big time.

I never tried broccoli in it. I'll have to keep that in mind.


Give it a whirl. It's good.
Posted By: pizzaboy

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 09/19/08 05:45 PM

I just got roped into going to Outback tonight; a place I LOATHE. There's one just over the Throgs Neck Bridge in Bayside. At least it's convenient. ohwell
Posted By: Longneck

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 09/19/08 05:54 PM

Originally Posted By: pizzaboy
I just got roped into going to Outback tonight; a place I LOATHE. There's one just over the Throgs Neck Bridge in Bayside. At least it's convenient. ohwell


Eh, it's not too horrible, but it ain't great either.
Posted By: pizzaboy

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 09/19/08 05:56 PM

It's not so much the food as the atmosphere. I've yet to eat at one that wasn't a total zoo.
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 09/19/08 06:18 PM

The steaks are decent, although DAMN it's gotten expensive for a chain. We were at the mall a few months ago, and we were starving and just walked in. The bill came to almost $40 per person with tip and tax. It was ridiculous.
Posted By: Mignon

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 09/19/08 06:39 PM

It is getting expensive to eat at Outback. The salads are smaller than what they use to be. But I love those cheese fries.
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 09/19/08 07:42 PM

Tonight is my youngest daughter's birthday, and she invited four of her friends over. We're taking them out for Chinese food, and then back here for cake.
Posted By: klydon1

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 09/19/08 07:51 PM

Originally Posted By: Sicilian Babe
Tonight is my youngest daughter's birthday, and she invited four of her friends over. We're taking them out for Chinese food, and then back here for cake.


Happy Bday to little Miss Babe (oh boy, that didn't sound right).

I had a big lunch at the Amish market, so dinner tonight is an afterthought. I'll pick up pizza for the kids.
Posted By: pizzaboy

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 09/19/08 07:55 PM

Originally Posted By: klydon1
Originally Posted By: Sicilian Babe
Tonight is my youngest daughter's birthday, and she invited four of her friends over. We're taking them out for Chinese food, and then back here for cake.


I had a big lunch at the Amish market, so dinner tonight is an afterthought. I'll pick up pizza for the kids.


What's the deal with the Amish and telephones? How do you call in your order? lol
Posted By: SC

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 09/19/08 08:46 PM

Originally Posted By: klydon1
Originally Posted By: Sicilian Babe
Tonight is my youngest daughter's birthday, and she invited four of her friends over.

Happy Bday to little Miss Babe (oh boy, that didn't sound right).


Little Babette is the correct term.

Happy Birthday to her!
Posted By: Longneck

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 09/19/08 09:15 PM

Happy Birthday Little Babette.

Chinese food...then cake?
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 09/19/08 09:59 PM

Chinese food and a giant chocolate chip cookie cake. Thanks for the good wishes. My baby is 14 now. cry How the heck is that possible??
Posted By: Mignon

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 09/20/08 12:16 AM

To you're baby girl SB.

Originally Posted By: Sicilian Babe
My baby is 14 now. cry How the heck is that possible??


Tell me about it! I wish I knew the answer. How is it possible that my babygirl is getting married next Spring? Where has the time gone?
Posted By: Don Cardi

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 09/20/08 01:57 AM

SB, make sure that you give my niece a nice big hug from her uncle for her birthday!
Posted By: Santino Brasi

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 09/20/08 02:38 AM

Originally Posted By: Mignon
To you're baby girl SB.



Same here SB

Centi Anni smile
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 09/20/08 02:48 AM

The Chinese food has been eaten, the cookie cake devoured, and the girls finally left. One of the mothers and I shared a glass of wine when she picked her daughter up. It was quite nice. Babette had a great birthday and gets to celebrate it twice more. Mr. Babe is taking her to visit her paternal grandmother on Sunday. On Monday, my cousin is flying in from Partinico and we'll be having a cake then, too.

Spoiled brat. lol
Posted By: Santino Brasi

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 09/20/08 02:57 AM

lol



on another note:

Tonight I had a Italian Sub with 2x the meat grin
Posted By: pizzaboy

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 09/20/08 02:25 PM

Well, Outback wasn't too bad. I had an ahi-tuna salad, then the Melbourne porterhouse. We got the obligatory bloomin' onion and cheese fries for the table. All in all, a decent meal. But Babe is right, for a chain they really got a bit pricey.
Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 09/22/08 07:03 PM

Crab linguine!
Posted By: Mignon

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 09/22/08 08:29 PM

Sloppy Joes and french fries.
Posted By: pizzaboy

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 09/22/08 08:30 PM

Originally Posted By: Mignon
Sloppy Joes and french fries.


That sounds great, Mig. smile
Posted By: Santino Brasi

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 09/22/08 08:31 PM

Italian Beef Tips in a Tomato Gravy, and Green Bean Casserole
Posted By: Longneck

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 09/22/08 09:17 PM

Grilling some Brats
Posted By: klydon1

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 09/22/08 10:31 PM

Homemade pizza and leftover ziti.

With friends over last night, we had roast beef, garlic mashed potatoes, chicken francaise, carrots , ziti, and we ordered a couple of pizzas.
Posted By: Longneck

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 09/23/08 12:09 AM

Last night's dinner was awesome. Wait this is for tonight, should I make a different thread?

My wife made her own sauce and boiled some mini farfalle pasta. Holy shit it was good. I saved the leftover sauce.
Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 09/23/08 02:04 PM

Tonight i will be having bacon,sauasage,eggs and chips!
Posted By: dontommasino

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 09/23/08 08:09 PM

Originally Posted By: klydon1
With friends over last night, we had roast beef, garlic mashed potatoes, chicken francaise, carrots , ziti, and we ordered a couple of pizzas.


If I had that for dinner, I might not eat for the rest of the week!
Posted By: klydon1

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 09/24/08 01:39 PM

Originally Posted By: dontommasino
Originally Posted By: klydon1
With friends over last night, we had roast beef, garlic mashed potatoes, chicken francaise, carrots , ziti, and we ordered a couple of pizzas.


If I had that for dinner, I might not eat for the rest of the week!


lol It was quite a few people. The pizzas were for some of the younger kids.

But actually yesterday I decided to take off a few pounds, and had a slice of roast beeg, a salad, and green beans. Turkey sandwich on oat nut bread for lunch and oatmeal for breakfast.

I'm cutting back on beer too for a bit.
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 09/24/08 02:49 PM

I hate men, simply for the fact that you could eat all that, cut back on beer, and damned if you won't lose weight!!!

My cousin and her husband are visiting from Sicily. My mother treated us all out to dinner last night and the food was really great. The owner of this restaurant is Sicilian, and they were very happy to have another person to speak with!

We started with a cold antipasto and some bruschetta, then pasta in a fresh tomato sauce, a choice of chicken saltimbocca, steak or stuffed salmon, and we finished with trays of cookies and canolli. I felt like a stuffed pig.

We took them shopping yesterday and wanted to treat them for lunch. They said that they wanted hamburgers. I wanted to at least take them to a Friday's, but they insisted on McDonald's!
Posted By: pizzaboy

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 09/25/08 12:23 AM

Barbecued rib steaks (blood rare, Miggie tongue lol), baked potatoes, spinach with garlic and olive oil and a mixed green salad with crumbled gorgonzola cheese.
Posted By: Mignon

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 09/25/08 03:35 AM

MOO!!!
Posted By: Longneck

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 09/25/08 06:58 AM

Originally Posted By: pizzaboy
Barbecued rib steaks (blood rare, Miggie tongue lol), baked potatoes, spinach with garlic and olive oil and a mixed green salad with crumbled gorgonzola cheese.


ugh, rare? gorgonzola?

I had spaghetti-o's!
Posted By: Mignon

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 09/25/08 12:15 PM

Originally Posted By: Longneck
I had spaghetti-o's!

Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 09/25/08 01:25 PM

Last night we had tomato and mozarella pasta bake!

Tonight we are having a pot roast with various veggies. The joint of beef is in the slow cooker,driving me and the dog wild smile
Posted By: pizzaboy

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 09/25/08 04:44 PM

Originally Posted By: Longneck
Originally Posted By: pizzaboy
Barbecued rib steaks (blood rare, Miggie tongue lol), baked potatoes, spinach with garlic and olive oil and a mixed green salad with crumbled gorgonzola cheese.


ugh, rare? gorgonzola?



Uhm, when you actually have a meal outside of the midwest, at a restaurant that doesn't use a coloring book and crayons as a table setting, you'll be entitled to an opinion. tongue lol
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 09/25/08 05:48 PM

I love gorgonzola sprinkled on my salad. There was a steak place in Greenwich, CT (may still be there) called Manero's that had the best steaks I've ever had and they made a lovely salad with crumbled gorgonzola. They used to have a butcher shop as well, and it became a New Year's Eve tradition to get steaks from there and cook them at home.
Posted By: Longneck

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 09/25/08 08:06 PM

Originally Posted By: pizzaboy


Uhm, when you actually have a meal outside of the midwest, at a restaurant that doesn't use a coloring book and crayons as a table setting, you'll be entitled to an opinion. tongue lol


McDonalds has coloring books? wink
Posted By: pizzaboy

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 09/25/08 08:25 PM

Originally Posted By: Sicilian Babe
I love gorgonzola sprinkled on my salad. There was a steak place in Greenwich, CT (may still be there) called Manero's that had the best steaks I've ever had and they made a lovely salad with crumbled gorgonzola. They used to have a butcher shop as well, and it became a New Year's Eve tradition to get steaks from there and cook them at home.


Maneros's was great, but it's long gone, Babe. There are condos there now (what else?). But the Florida location is still open. It's in Hallandale near the Intracoastal, so when you were in North Miami recently, you could have popped in. I'm heading down at the end of next month, so thanks for the idea!
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 09/26/08 03:43 AM

I'll be heading down there again soon, so that's good to know!!
Posted By: pizzaboy

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 09/26/08 11:32 PM

Shrimps fra diavlo over capellini tonight.
Posted By: Longneck

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 09/28/08 01:18 AM

Polish Sausage and Grilled Corn
Posted By: Santino Brasi

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 09/28/08 03:23 AM

I had, THE BEST stuffed peppers ever, a whole jar!


and I am having 3 Jamaican Meat Pies
Posted By: Longneck

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 09/28/08 03:27 AM

Originally Posted By: Santino_Brasi
I had, THE BEST stuffed peppers ever, a whole jar!


and I am having 3 Jamaican Meat Pies


...I'm guessing you're not talking about bell peppers stuffed with sausage, rice, tomato sauce and whatnot?
Posted By: Santino Brasi

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 09/28/08 04:10 AM

no, stuffed Cherry Peppers with Prosciutto, Capicola, and Provolone that is packed in Olive Oil, my friend's mom makes them, and Maddon' they're good
Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 09/29/08 04:53 PM

Chicken breasts tonight. With rice!
Posted By: pizzaboy

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/01/08 10:52 PM

Veal and peppers over rice tonight.
Posted By: Santino Brasi

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/01/08 11:53 PM

Chicken and yellow Rice for me
Posted By: Mignon

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/02/08 12:00 AM

I made a ham,mash potatoes,corn,green beans.
Posted By: Don Cardi

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/02/08 02:15 AM

Homemade Chicken Marsala with brown rice, asparagus and a tomato and onions salad.


Hey! Everyone but MIG had rice tonight! lol
Posted By: Don Cardi

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/02/08 02:17 AM

Originally Posted By: Santino_Brasi
no, stuffed Cherry Peppers with Prosciutto, Capicola, and Provolone that is packed in Olive Oil, my friend's mom makes them, and Maddon' they're good


Oh Santino, you're kiing me! Those are sooooooo DELICIOUS!!!! Especially with a fresh loaf of Italian bread!
Posted By: Santino Brasi

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/02/08 02:18 AM

Yeah, what's up with that




OUTSIDER! OUTSIDER! (directed towards miggy)
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/02/08 02:31 AM

Sorry, Mig, even I had rice tonight, with breaded and fried chicken cutlets.

However, Mig made a ham, and rice does NOT go with ham. She definitely went with the right carb.

Mig, do I see scalloped potatoes in your future???
Posted By: Mignon

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/02/08 02:46 AM

Nope! but you see ham and eggs and fried apples with biscuits in the morning.
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/02/08 02:50 AM

No scalloped potatoes with ham??? Oh, they're my favorite!! Mig, you disappoint me. lol
Posted By: Don Cardi

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/02/08 02:55 AM

Originally Posted By: Sicilian Babe


Mig, do I see scalloped potatoes in your future???


With very rare Wolf Burgers?
Posted By: Mignon

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/02/08 02:56 AM

I'm sorry SB, but I had that a couple weeks ago. I love scalloped potatoes with ham/broccoli to but I want something different.

BTW come to Bec's wedding that is one of the dishes we are serving.
Posted By: Don Cardi

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/02/08 03:01 AM

Originally Posted By: Mignon

BTW come to Bec's wedding that is one of the dishes we are serving.


Wolf Burgers cooked rare? eek
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/02/08 03:02 AM

I have to tell you that my mom makes the best scalloped potatoes in the world. Actually, my mom is probably the best cook at just about anything.
Posted By: Mignon

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/02/08 03:05 AM

Originally Posted By: Don Cardi
Originally Posted By: Mignon

BTW come to Bec's wedding that is one of the dishes we are serving.


Wolf Burgers cooked rare? eek


No burgers. A big pan of spaghettio's(Feel free to come to DC)
Posted By: Don Cardi

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/02/08 03:12 AM

Originally Posted By: Mignon

[ A big pan of spaghettio's(


lol Now that's the Miggy that I know and love! lol
Posted By: Mignon

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/02/08 03:46 AM

Does that mean the Cardi Family will be there?
Posted By: Don Cardi

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/03/08 05:28 PM

Originally Posted By: Mignon
Does that mean the Cardi Family will be there?



lol
Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/04/08 01:37 PM

Last night we had a chicken stir fry!

Tonight i have no idea!!

My wife is at the shops right now,buying it smile
Posted By: dontommasino

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/04/08 02:31 PM

Originally Posted By: Sicilian Babe
I have to tell you that my mom makes the best scalloped potatoes in the world. Actually, my mom is probably the best cook at just about anything.


Don't we all say that about our mothers lol
Posted By: Longneck

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/06/08 01:54 AM

Cubed Steak breaded and fried slightly before going in the oven with brown gravy and onions.

Mashed potatoes
Corn pudding, also known as corn casserole. Corn, cornbread, some other stuff...
Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/06/08 02:13 PM

Thats a lot of corn LN?

I had a chicken dinner yesterday!
Posted By: Longneck

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/06/08 08:12 PM

Originally Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas
Thats a lot of corn LN?

I had a chicken dinner yesterday!


It's pretty awesome. It's not like just eating corn though.

Winner winner chicken dinner?
Posted By: Santino Brasi

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/06/08 08:28 PM

I had Fried Chicken and Stuffing yesterday
Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/07/08 01:59 PM

Originally Posted By: Longneck
Originally Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas
Thats a lot of corn LN?

I had a chicken dinner yesterday!


It's pretty awesome. It's not like just eating corn though.

Winner winner chicken dinner?


I'm not sure what you mean about winning chicken dinners but i certainly felt like a winner when i scoffed it all up cool

Tonight is fajitas!
Posted By: pizzaboy

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/07/08 02:03 PM

I don't even want to know what's in an English fajita. tongue lol
Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/07/08 02:23 PM

I thimk my wife pinched the recipe of a Mexican, not that there any Mexicans round my way!
Posted By: pizzaboy

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/07/08 02:25 PM

Originally Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas
I thimk my wife pinched the recipe of a Mexican, not that there any Mexicans round my way!


What about the "Black" Irish? whistle
Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/07/08 02:34 PM

Originally Posted By: pizzaboy
Originally Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas
I thimk my wife pinched the recipe of a Mexican, not that there any Mexicans round my way!


What about the "Black" Irish? whistle


smile

We have plenty of Filipinos though!
Posted By: pizzaboy

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/07/08 09:13 PM

Pizzas tonight!
Posted By: Mignon

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/07/08 09:44 PM

Pizza sounds good tonight PB, I'll be right over ok?
Posted By: pizzaboy

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/07/08 09:45 PM

Absolutely, Mig. grin
Posted By: Mignon

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/07/08 09:50 PM

Why thank you. I'll be there in about 7/8 hours. Will you still be awake?
Posted By: Mignon

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/08/08 09:17 PM

I made taco's tonight. I just crumbled up the shell and piled the fixin's on it and just made a salad out of it.
Posted By: pizzaboy

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/08/08 09:25 PM

Having takeout a second night in a row, which is rare in our house. Chinese tonight. Hot and sour soup, crab rangoons, shrimp with lobster sauce, beef and broccoli and chicken chow fun.
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/09/08 12:55 AM

I seriously love me some crab rangoon.

We had scalloped potatoes, ham steaks and sauteed mushrooms.
Posted By: Mignon

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/09/08 02:50 AM

Thank God for Google. So I can Google all this dishes you guys mention that I have no idea what they are. blush
Posted By: klydon1

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/09/08 04:54 PM

Homemade vegetable soup last night.

Tonight it's a bearbecued pork roast. That's what we had last week when the Phillies won Game 1 of their series last week against the Brewers. If they win tonight's game, and advance to the world series, you can bet your bottom dollar, I'll be eating barbecued pork roast the first night of the world series.

But I'm not superstitious. I just like to cover my bases.
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/09/08 05:18 PM

I can't blame you, Klyd.

Our local ShopRite has a 4 day special on lobsters. They're only $5 a pound. We're picking some up today for dinner.
Posted By: klydon1

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/09/08 06:55 PM

Originally Posted By: Sicilian Babe
I can't blame you, Klyd.

Our local ShopRite has a 4 day special on lobsters. They're only $5 a pound. We're picking some up today for dinner.


You can't beat that price. But if you bought up all the lobsters, that would be very shellfish. [insert groan].
Posted By: pizzaboy

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/09/08 07:14 PM

Originally Posted By: klydon1
Originally Posted By: Sicilian Babe
I can't blame you, Klyd.

Our local ShopRite has a 4 day special on lobsters. They're only $5 a pound. We're picking some up today for dinner.


You can't beat that price. But if you bought up all the lobsters, that would be very shellfish. [insert groan].



Oh God, that's AWFUL, Klyd. rolleyes lol
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/09/08 07:22 PM

Really, really bad. But we'll forgive you, counselor. My daughters are just looking forward to having them run around on the breakfast bar. My husband insists on giving them some exercise before he kills them.
Posted By: klydon1

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/09/08 07:27 PM

Originally Posted By: Sicilian Babe
My daughters are just looking forward to having them run around on the breakfast bar. My husband insists on giving them some exercise before he kills them.


The lobsters or your daughters? smile
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/09/08 07:28 PM

Depends on his mood.
Posted By: Turi Giuliano

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/09/08 08:58 PM

After work I went into my Supermarket just to grab shampoo, one thing. But after getting accosted by some lovely ladies with food tasters just outside, I came home with two shopping bags full and not one phone number.

Anyway. I ate frankfurters with a mixed bean salad. It was incredible.
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/09/08 10:57 PM

Damn sale starts tomorrow. After driving all the way there, no lobsters tonight. Luckily, my mom has offered the veal cutlets she picked up yesterday.
Posted By: pizzaboy

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/09/08 11:02 PM

Healthy eating tonight.

Grilled tuna steaks and salmon filets, along with some balsamic grilled zucchini, red onions and red peppers.

Nice. grin
Posted By: klydon1

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/09/08 11:11 PM

Originally Posted By: pizzaboy
Healthy eating tonight.

Grilled tuna steaks and salmon filets, along with some balsamic grilled zucchini, red onions and red peppers.

Nice. grin


Pizzaboy, do you marinate the zucchini in the balsamic, or drizzle it on while it's grilling?
Posted By: pizzaboy

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/09/08 11:14 PM

Good question, Klyd.

I brush them with olive oil prior to grilling, then toss them with balsamic vinegar, salt, pepper, a little garlic and a little more olive oil when they're done. Like a warm salad. smile
Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/10/08 07:55 AM

Last night i had home made French onion soup (with loads of red wine in it). Served with cheese on toast.

Very simple and very tasty!
Posted By: klydon1

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/10/08 01:27 PM

Originally Posted By: pizzaboy
Good question, Klyd.

I brush them with olive oil prior to grilling, then toss them with balsamic vinegar, salt, pepper, a little garlic and a little more olive oil when they're done. Like a warm salad. smile


Beautiful. My wife usually sautees them in olive oil and a little garlic, and I love it. I'm going to try your way this weekend. Thank you. smile
Posted By: klydon1

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/10/08 01:32 PM

The barbecued pork roast worked again. The Phillies won. I plan on making it for Game 1 of the world series wheter or not the Phillies make it.

Friday night is pizza night at our house. Since I'm still following a bit of a diet, I'm going to grill chicken breasts and cook green beans and cabbage.
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/10/08 09:00 PM

Cabbage?? Say it isn't so, Klyd!! One of my coworkers went on the cabbage soup diet. He said that he really did lose weight like crazy, but his wife refused to share a ROOM with him, much less anything else.
Posted By: pizzaboy

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/11/08 02:11 PM

Originally Posted By: Sicilian Babe
Cabbage?? Say it isn't so, Klyd!! One of my coworkers went on the cabbage soup diet. He said that he really did lose weight like crazy, but his wife refused to share a ROOM with him, much less anything else.


Ya' gotta' get over your fear of cabbage, Babe.

Ironically, the absolute BEST cabbage dish I ever had in my life was in a tiny trattoria in Trapani. It was sauteed with golden raisins and pignoli.

So don't go telling me it's just an Irish dish! lol
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/11/08 04:34 PM

I do NOT do cabbage. I will, on occasion, eat cole slaw, but am very picky (yes, I know, big surprise). My m-i-l does make the best cole slaw I've ever had.
Posted By: pizzaboy

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/12/08 06:26 PM

Going up to my Dad's tonight in Lake Isle. There's a Columbus Day/Italian thing going on. Gonna' eat some "street food." grin
Posted By: Mignon

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/12/08 10:35 PM

Originally Posted By: Sicilian Babe
Cabbage?? Say it isn't so,


You don't even like cabbage rolls? My grandmother made the best cabbage rolls ever. I wish she was still alive to make some. Thank God I have her recipie.
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/13/08 01:56 AM

No cabbage for me. As I said, I might eat cole slaw on occasion, but that's as close as I'll come.
Posted By: Longneck

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/13/08 06:40 AM

Buffalo wings from a bar that does them better than the wing places around here. Martini's.
Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/13/08 04:15 PM

Had baked chicken and bacon with spicy cous cous yesterday!

I made it cool
Posted By: klydon1

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/14/08 12:14 AM

Originally Posted By: pizzaboy
Going up to my Dad's tonight in Lake Isle. There's a Columbus Day/Italian thing going on. Gonna' eat some "street food." grin


Don't forget the cabbage. lol

As you said it's not just for the Irish, but for anyone else of peasant stock. wink Be sure to tell us the street food you had.

By the way, I did the zuchinni in balsamic, and it was good. I'll try it again because I think I overdid the balsamic.
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/14/08 02:12 PM

Just put a rack of ribs in a marinade made from garlic, soy sauce, water, ketchup and cognac. They should be perfect to throw on the grill tonight.
Posted By: pizzaboy

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/14/08 10:06 PM

Beef stew. First pot this fall.
Posted By: klydon1

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/15/08 01:26 PM

Originally Posted By: Sicilian Babe
Just put a rack of ribs in a marinade made from garlic, soy sauce, water, ketchup and cognac. They should be perfect to throw on the grill tonight.


That sounds like a nice marinade. For chicken I have used a marinade of equal parts of soy sauce, ketchup, brown sugar and orange juice.
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/15/08 02:10 PM

I love brown sugar and OJ in a marinade. Delicious. Just so you know - it's 1/4 cup soy sauce, 1/4 water, garlic powder to taste (depends on how garlicky you like your food), 2 tbs. sherry or cognac and 1 tbs. ketchup.
Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/15/08 02:28 PM

Hot steak sandwiches tonight!
Posted By: pizzaboy

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/15/08 02:36 PM

Originally Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas
Hot steak sandwiches tonight!


With chips or crisps? grin
Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/15/08 02:43 PM

Chips wink

It's hard to eat crisps with no teeth lol
Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/21/08 12:49 PM

Last night we had a lovely big pot of pappa al pomodoro!

I made it,it was luvvverly smile
Posted By: pizzaboy

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/22/08 12:09 AM

Tonight we had spaghetti with garlic, anchovies and olive oil. Lots of fresh grated cheese (Locatelli Romano).

On a cool night, a big dish of macaroni is better than a sleeping pill. I can barely keep my eyes open.
Posted By: Mignon

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/22/08 12:19 AM

On a cool night I like to make a big pot of veggie soup or chilli.
Posted By: klydon1

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/22/08 01:31 PM

Originally Posted By: Mignon
On a cool night I like to make a big pot of veggie soup or chilli.


If it's not too much trouble, I'd be interested in knowing how you make your vegetable soup. smile
Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/23/08 08:40 AM

My wife makes vegetable soup in the winter months. She also makes a lovely spicy tomato one. Delicious!
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/23/08 10:47 AM

Mig, where's that recipe of yours????
Posted By: Mignon

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/23/08 12:17 PM

Originally Posted By: klydon1
Originally Posted By: Mignon
On a cool night I like to make a big pot of veggie soup or chilli.


If it's not too much trouble, I'd be interested in knowing how you make your vegetable soup. smile


I'm sorry Klyd, I just now seen that you wanted the recipe.

Add the following to a big pot:
uncooked hamburger
a bag of frozen veggies(I add cut up cabbage and potatoes,onion and throw them in)
A big can of tomato juice
Salt & pepper,garlic salt to taste.
Boil for about 1 hour. Stir occasionaly
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/23/08 01:29 PM

I notice that you didn't mention water. Do you use stock?

Edit: you just toss in the chopped meat? You don't brown it first? Just curious.
Posted By: Don Cardi

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/23/08 05:03 PM

Originally Posted By: Sicilian Babe
Mig, where's that recipe of yours????



Posted By: Mignon

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/23/08 05:23 PM

Originally Posted By: Sicilian Babe
I notice that you didn't mention water. Do you use stock?

Edit: you just toss in the chopped meat? You don't brown it first? Just curious.


I'm sorry yeah I use enough water to cover the veggies. No I don't brown the meat first. Unless I use stew meat then I boil it first then use the stock with the tomato juice. Lately I've been using the tomato juice I've canned.
Posted By: pizzaboy

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/23/08 05:23 PM

V-8 is just for the special holidays, DC. Like good wine with us. whistle
Posted By: Don Cardi

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/23/08 05:24 PM

Originally Posted By: pizzaboy
V-8 is just for the special holidays, DC. Like good wine with us. whistle


tongue

lol

wink
Posted By: Mignon

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/23/08 05:28 PM

Originally Posted By: Don Cardi



Ya gotta love this man lol I bet you can't wait to come to Becky's wedding to get all you can eat Spaghettio's.
Posted By: pizzaboy

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/23/08 10:50 PM

Rigatoni marinara with a scoop of fresh ricotta tonight.
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/23/08 10:56 PM

Originally Posted By: pizzaboy
Rigatoni marinara with a scoop of fresh ricotta tonight.


That is one of my favorites. Yum.

We're having roast beef, and I have to go make the brown gravy now. I like making brown gravy.
Posted By: Mignon

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/23/08 11:27 PM

I made baked pork chops,apple sas(My Aunt Myrle called apple sauce apple sas),corn,mash taters.
Posted By: pizzaboy

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/24/08 01:36 AM

Originally Posted By: Sicilian Babe
Originally Posted By: pizzaboy
Rigatoni marinara with a scoop of fresh ricotta tonight.


That is one of my favorites. Yum.



Yeah, mine too. But they blow me RIGHT UP!!

I bought a pair of jeans last week, regular cut with a 32 waist. It took me forever to get back to a 32 after I was on Prednisone last year. Anyway, I had to take them off right after dinner. One lousy bowl of macaroni and I could barely button them. lol

Oatmeal, fruit, fish and salad tomorrow. ohwell
Posted By: Mignon

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/24/08 02:17 AM

Originally Posted By: pizzaboy
Originally Posted By: Sicilian Babe
Originally Posted By: pizzaboy
Rigatoni marinara with a scoop of fresh ricotta tonight.


That is one of my favorites. Yum.



Yeah, mine too. But they blow me RIGHT UP!!


lol You always make me laugh.
Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/24/08 08:27 AM

Late shift today,so late home.

Take out pizza it will be then!
Posted By: Mignon

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/25/08 09:42 PM

Lasagna.

I ate to much the top button on my jeans had to come unbuttoned.
Posted By: pizzaboy

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/25/08 09:55 PM

London broil with mushrooms, buttered string beans, baked potatoes, salad and applesauce.
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/25/08 11:05 PM

Mignon, what kind of noodles do you use for your lasagna? I prefer fresh over boxed because the boxed are too thick for my taste, but some people swear by them.

PB, did you cook outside tonight? It's so awful here, between the wind and the rain.
Posted By: Mignon

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/25/08 11:23 PM

I used the box kind SB. I don't know how to make any kind of noodles.
But I got the kind you don't have to boil first.
Posted By: pizzaboy

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/25/08 11:34 PM

Originally Posted By: Sicilian Babe
Mignon, what kind of noodles do you use for your lasagna? I prefer fresh over boxed because the boxed are too thick for my taste, but some people swear by them.

PB, did you cook outside tonight?


Yeah, I did. It's miserable here too. But it didn't really start coming down until after I was finished cooking.
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/26/08 12:04 AM

It's poured on and off all day here. It's been miserable. My stupid dog ran away and we were all running around the neighborhood in the wind and rain looking for her.

Mig, I have a friend who bought the Barilla ones that you don't have to cook first and she said that they were very good. Do you put meat in your lasagna? I just use sauce and cheese, and serve the meatballs and stuff on the side. I don't like meat in my lasagna, but lots of people do.
Posted By: pizzaboy

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/26/08 12:15 AM

Just like us, Babe!

We NEVER put meat in the lasagne. Our thinking was always that with so much meat in the gravy, it's better just served on the side.
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/26/08 12:20 AM

That's so funny, because when I mentioned it to the girls in the office, they looked at me like I had 12 heads. They said that it wasn't really lasagna without the meat!
Posted By: Mignon

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/26/08 12:41 AM

Originally Posted By: Sicilian Babe
Mig, I have a friend who bought the Barilla ones that you don't have to cook first and she said that they were very good. Do you put meat in your lasagna? I just use sauce and cheese, and serve the meatballs and stuff on the side. I don't like meat in my lasagna, but lots of people do.


Yeah I put meat in the sauce. Always have but I think I will try it the next time I make it with out it. Good advice. I hope you found your dog.
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/26/08 01:06 AM

Yes, and now she's on the couch next to me, thanks. She got out from under the fence and was taking a little tour of the neighborhood.

It's weird, isn't it, how you get used to certain things? One person's lasagna is not how someone else will eat it.
Posted By: Mignon

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/26/08 01:21 AM

I guess it is how you are taught. I'm glad you got the puppy back.

I have to watch Sampson when he goes out in the backyard. He knows how to climb the fence.
Posted By: SC

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/26/08 01:21 AM

Eating lasagna without meat is like eating a steak RARE.
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/26/08 01:25 AM

Originally Posted By: SC
Eating lasagna without meat is like eating a steak RARE.


There really IS no other way. You've never tasted my lasagna, but I'll be happy to make it for you. You'll love it, trust me.
Posted By: Mignon

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/26/08 01:32 AM

Ok lets have a BB cook-off.

SC will make his lasagna with meat
SB will make her meatless lasagna

Mignon will be the judge.
Posted By: SC

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/26/08 01:35 AM

Probably unfair, Mig.

I, like you, use the pre-cooked noodles. I also use jarred sauce. I'm sure SB's is better, but I like my lasagna with lots of meat.
Posted By: Mignon

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/26/08 01:38 AM

Not unfair at all. I'm fair and balanced.
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/26/08 01:44 AM

Originally Posted By: SC
I also use jarred sauce.


sick
Posted By: SC

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/26/08 01:51 AM

Originally Posted By: Sicilian Babe
Originally Posted By: SC
I also use jarred sauce.

sick


This from someone who freaks out when her corn touches her mashed potatoes??
Posted By: Mignon

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/26/08 01:59 AM

Originally Posted By: SC
I also use jarred sauce.


What brand SC?
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/26/08 12:42 PM

I don't care how "good" people tell me jarred sauce has become. I can't eat it. And I haven't tried it in years, so it's not like I know what it tastes like, either, but it's the idea of it.
Posted By: Don Cardi

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/26/08 06:21 PM

Originally Posted By: SC
I also use jarred sauce. .... but I like my lasagna with lots of meat.


Geez, jarred meat sauce. That's an INFAMIA!!!!!

C'mon SC. It doesn't take much to make a homemade meat sauce.

Just as you buy a bottle of sauce, you can buy a nice can of Tuttorusso tomato sauce.
Cut up some fresh garlic and onions. Warm up your pot and coat the bottom of it with some olive oil. Take a combination of fresh chopmeat and fresh ground sausage and brown it in the hot oil. Then add some grated cheese, some basil, salt, pepper, oregeano, and parsley. Stir making sure that your garlic and onions dont't burn. Then add your can of tuttorusso tomato sauce. Add a tad of sugar and a bit more grated cheese. Wisk / stir it. Taste it from time to time adding any of the spices mentioned as needed, according to your taste. Let cook for a few hours. DO NOT cover it completely but instead partially cover the pot while it is simmering.

If you want, make a large batch and refrigerate some of it for another night.


And when you buy the Tuttorusso canned tomatoes, they have to be the ones with the basil. Not the paste!



I promise that you'll never eat that jarred shit ever again in your life.

Posted By: pizzaboy

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/26/08 06:29 PM

There's a HUGE market for jarred sauces and I just don't understand it. When the Tuttorosso tomatoes are on sale, you can get them for like 80 cents a can. You buy a dozen cans, put them under the sink, and they keep pretty much forever. Even if you're cooking for one, you just make a can at a time. Even a thirty minute marinara sauce is heads and shoulders better than anything you'll get out of a jar.
Posted By: Mignon

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/26/08 09:14 PM

Originally Posted By: Don Cardi
If you want, make a large batch and refrigerate some of it for another night.

Can't you freeze it as well?
Originally Posted By: pizzaboy
When the Tuttorosso tomatoes are on sale, you can get them for like 80 cents a can.

What if they don't sell Tuttorosso tomatoes cans here?
Posted By: Mignon

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/26/08 09:18 PM

Leftover lasagna with the meat and jarred sauce. whistle
Posted By: pizzaboy

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/26/08 09:59 PM

Originally Posted By: Mignon

What if they don't sell Tuttorosso tomatoes cans here?


Then just be sure to use a brand that uses San Marzano tomatoes. They're fleshier with less seeds than other plum tomatoes. Like DC, in my family we prefer Tuttorosso brand, but they're just a brand. There are lots of other quality brands, such as Pope and Rienzi. Some people even swear by Redpack, which sounds quite American, but I'm told they're very good.
Posted By: Don Cardi

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/27/08 12:20 AM

Redpack is like K-Mart......

It Sucks! lol wink
Posted By: pizzaboy

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/27/08 12:28 AM

Originally Posted By: Don Cardi
Redpack is like K-Mart......

It Sucks! lol wink


I said I've never tried them.
Posted By: Don Cardi

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/27/08 12:31 AM

Never said or even implied that you did!

But I have.

Don't like Redpcak at all.
Posted By: Mignon

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/27/08 12:34 AM

I've never even heard of Redpack or that Tuttorosso brands.
Posted By: Don Cardi

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/27/08 12:54 AM

Originally Posted By: Mignon
I've never even heard of Redpack or that Tuttorosso brands.






Sold exclusively in Ohio! grin tongue wink wink
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/27/08 01:04 AM

The most important thing is to strain the seeds out. They're what makes the sauce bitter.

Actually, I've bought Redpack on sale. They're not bad, although I too prefer Tuttorosso. Rienzi's also pretty good, too.

I personally don't add my sugar until the very end. I would rather let it cook for a few hours. Also, the meat that you add determines the flavor of your sauce. If you like spicy gravy, then put in hot sausage. I prefer a sweet sauce, so I usually add piece of pork and one of chicken. Just make sure to brown them before adding them to the tomatoes.
Posted By: Mignon

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/27/08 02:20 AM

I knew I should've used the tomatoes out of the garden for other things besides juice.
Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/27/08 08:04 PM

Just had fish and chips from the chip shop!

Lovely it was as well.
Posted By: pizzaboy

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/27/08 09:25 PM

Sirloin steaks, sauteed broccoli rabe, rice with peas and pancetta.
Posted By: Mignon

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/27/08 09:33 PM

Pizza.
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/28/08 01:28 AM

ShopRite has steaks on sale - $3.99/lb. for porterhouse and T-Bones. I haven't seen that price in years!!! Mr. Babe picked some up and we threw them on the grill. One of them was 31 oz. and I ate it all.
Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/28/08 02:54 PM

Spinach and ricotta tortellini tonight!
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/28/08 03:04 PM

It's so damp and rainy here. I'm making New England Clam Chowder for dinner tonight. I'm taking the lazy way out and using canned clams, though. I am NOT in the mood to shuck clams.
Posted By: pizzaboy

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/28/08 03:06 PM

It may snow tonight!
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/28/08 03:08 PM

Where do you think you are, PB? The weather thread?

If it does snow, it just would make the New England Clam Chowder appropriate, wouldn't it??
Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/28/08 03:15 PM

I like chowder!

Tasty stuff.
Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/30/08 07:13 PM

Home made corned beef and potato pies.

Served with carrots,peas,potatoes and topped with gravy.
Posted By: pizzaboy

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 11/01/08 08:01 PM

Being that I'm taking my aunt back to the village in a little while, we're eating at The Old Homestead tonight.

Cardio-chek! grin
Posted By: Mignon

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 11/01/08 10:44 PM

Swedish meatballs(leftovers)
Posted By: pizzaboy

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 11/03/08 11:28 PM

Lamb chops, honey glazed carrots, mashed potatoes and some applesauce.
Posted By: Mignon

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 11/03/08 11:31 PM

KFC
Posted By: klydon1

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 11/04/08 01:05 PM

Speaking of KFC, has anybody seen the meal they've been advertising: three pieces of chicken, a small chicken sandwich, two sides, a biscuit and a drink. That's quite a lunch.
Posted By: SC

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 11/04/08 02:21 PM

Originally Posted By: klydon1
Speaking of KFC, has anybody seen the meal they've been advertising: three pieces of chicken, a small chicken sandwich, two sides, a biscuit and a drink. That's quite a lunch.


Can you say, "overweight Americans"??

Unless, of course, you get a diet soda with that order.
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 11/04/08 04:23 PM

I love KFC. I know it's not good for me. I know it's fatty and fattening and full of sodium. And, quite frankly, every now and then, I just don't care. Their extra-crispy is just too good to pass up. And I love their potatoes and gravy and mac n cheese and biscuits and those crappy little parfaits for dessert.

Oh, and popcorn chicken, too.
Posted By: Mignon

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 11/04/08 04:58 PM

I always get Original recipe. The best part of the chicken is the skin.
Posted By: klydon1

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 11/04/08 08:08 PM

Originally Posted By: SC
Originally Posted By: klydon1
Speaking of KFC, has anybody seen the meal they've been advertising: three pieces of chicken, a small chicken sandwich, two sides, a biscuit and a drink. That's quite a lunch.


Can you say, "overweight Americans"??

Unless, of course, you get a diet soda with that order.


Someday, I'm going to try the omelette sandwich from Burger King for breakfast. It is loaded with eggs, cheese, bacon, sausage and greasy hash browns.

And then go to KFC for that huge meal for lunch. And I'll go with the regular Coke just to be naughty.
Posted By: Mignon

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 11/04/08 10:17 PM

I made a beef roast w/carrots,celery,potatoes and I also made corn.
Posted By: klydon1

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 11/05/08 12:00 AM

Originally Posted By: Mignon
I made a beef roast w/carrots,celery,potatoes and I also made corn.



That is a quintessential American dinner on Election Day.
Posted By: Longneck

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 11/05/08 02:07 AM

Taco Bell!

Beef supreme gordita combo!
Posted By: Mignon

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 11/05/08 02:52 AM

Originally Posted By: klydon1
Originally Posted By: Mignon
I made a beef roast w/carrots,celery,potatoes and I also made corn.



That is a quintessential American dinner on Election Day.


Well I don't know about that but my Son requested it.
Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 11/05/08 08:43 AM

I had chicken and rice last night!
Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 11/06/08 03:08 PM

Nobody States-side has made a post about dinner since November 4th?

You all have been so excited about your election you have all forgotten to eat grin

Last night i had a big thick gammon steak,roast potatoes and mushy peas!

Lovely!
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 11/06/08 03:36 PM

We had a chili dip last night. You put cream cheese on the bottom of a baking pan. Then you fry up some ground beef, onions, tomato sauce, cumin and chili powder, pour it over the cream cheese, top it with Monterey Jack cheese, and bake it until the cheese bubbles. You eat it with tortilla chips. We also had some rice on the side and green beans. It was quite nice.
Posted By: klydon1

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 11/06/08 11:27 PM

Lasagna.
Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 11/08/08 08:53 PM

Just had spaghetti with courgettes,pine nuts,lime zest,parmesan and chilli flakes!
Posted By: pizzaboy

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 11/12/08 11:16 PM

Special pizza tonight from a local joint. It had broccoli rabe, sausage, fresh garlic and sundried tomatoes. Even the burps are delicious. lol
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 11/13/08 04:12 AM

Today was a coworker's birthday. Usually we have cake. Today, the boss offered to buy pizzas for the whole office instead.

We have an excellent little Italian place called Cosimo's nearby, so our office manager ordered three pizzas for the six of us to share. We've only ordered meals there, never pizza, so we didn't know what to expect. Three "personal pies" were delivered. The pizzas were tasty, but we were all starving within 5 minutes of finishing lunch.
Posted By: Santino Brasi

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 11/13/08 04:17 AM

I had Burger King's Tendercrisp Chicken Sandwich, no lettuce, no tomato
Posted By: Mignon

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 11/13/08 12:27 PM

Last night I made a breakfast for dinner. I made sausage links, fried potatoes, fried eggs, biscuits.
Posted By: SC

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 11/13/08 12:52 PM

Originally Posted By: Mignon
Last night I made a breakfast for dinner. I made sausage links, fried potatoes, fried eggs, buscuits.


Still on a diet, Mig? tongue
Posted By: Mignon

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 11/13/08 01:27 PM

Nope!! But as soon as Thanksgiving is over, I'm back on it.
Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 11/14/08 09:00 AM

Late finish at work last night so i went the chip shop and had smoked sausage and chips with a couple of mince pies thrown in for good luck grin
Posted By: Mignon

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 11/15/08 02:19 PM

We met the in-laws at Texas Roadhouse for dinner before we went to the Col's Aunt's wake.
Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 11/17/08 04:03 PM

Sausage casserole with potatoes,carrots and green beans last night.

Very tasty!
Posted By: Santino Brasi

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 11/17/08 04:55 PM

Pasta Puttinesca last night for me
Posted By: Longneck

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 11/18/08 07:25 AM

Ramen Noodles.

MMMMMMMM
Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 11/19/08 10:22 PM

Tonight we had Shepherds Pie.

Nice!
Posted By: Santino Brasi

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 11/19/08 10:33 PM

Yum, I personally love Shepherds Pie, is there anything wrong with a Yank eating Shepherds Pie Yogi?
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 11/19/08 10:48 PM

I made Sheperd's pie once. It came out rather well, if I do say so myself.
Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 11/19/08 11:06 PM

Originally Posted By: Santino_Brasi
Yum, I personally love Shepherds Pie, is there anything wrong with a Yank eating Shepherds Pie Yogi?


Of course not Santino.

I eat hamburgers,whats the difference eh? wink
Posted By: pizzaboy

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 11/19/08 11:08 PM

There are a few Irish pubs in my neighborhood that make a great shepherds pie.

I wonder where the roots of the dish are, Ireland or England?
Posted By: Santino Brasi

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 11/19/08 11:09 PM

Definitely English
Posted By: pizzaboy

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 11/19/08 11:11 PM

Originally Posted By: Santino_Brasi
Definitely English


What'da you know? You're a 14 year old Floridian. lol
Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 11/19/08 11:11 PM

English, yes.
Posted By: pizzaboy

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 11/19/08 11:13 PM

Originally Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas
English, yes.


I thought you guys did that bubble and squeak thing. tongue lol
Posted By: Santino Brasi

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 11/19/08 11:13 PM

What is the meat you use in your Shepherds Pie, Yogi?
Posted By: Mignon

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 11/19/08 11:19 PM

Homemade chicken noodle soup.
Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 11/20/08 03:03 PM

Originally Posted By: Santino_Brasi
What is the meat you use in your Shepherds Pie, Yogi?


Dead shepherds obviously lol

No,seriously,minced lamb in Shepherds Pie. Minced beef in a Cottage Pie.
Posted By: Santino Brasi

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 11/21/08 02:26 AM

Yum
Posted By: MonteSuputo

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 11/21/08 02:32 AM

Just had a good old fashion Cheesesteak (yes I am from Philadelphia). Anybody from outside the area ever have an authentic (or what they thought to be Authentic) Cheesesteak???
Posted By: svsg

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 11/21/08 05:06 AM

Authentic? Philadelphia? lol Nothing comes even close to an authentic New York Cheesesteak.
Posted By: SC

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 11/21/08 07:48 AM

Originally Posted By: svsg
Authentic? Philadelphia? lol Nothing comes even close to an authentic New York Cheesesteak.


This from a vegetarian from Texas. rolleyes
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 11/21/08 11:43 AM

Originally Posted By: MonteSuputo
Just had a good old fashion Cheesesteak (yes I am from Philadelphia). Anybody from outside the area ever have an authentic (or what they thought to be Authentic) Cheesesteak???


Welcome! A bunch of us got together in Philly two years ago. If you look at the photos that are a subforum in General Discussion, you will find some photos of Pat's.

http://www.gangsterbb.net/threads/ubbthreads.php?ubb=showgallery&Number=489490#comments
Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 11/21/08 03:50 PM

Tonight is chicken drumsticks with potato wedges and savoury rice!
Posted By: svsg

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 11/21/08 04:17 PM

Originally Posted By: SC
Originally Posted By: svsg
Authentic? Philadelphia? lol Nothing comes even close to an authentic New York Cheesesteak.


This from a vegetarian from Texas. rolleyes

grin This is always fun. Someday I'll try Cheesesteak and someday I'll visit New York too whistle
Posted By: SC

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 11/21/08 04:39 PM

Originally Posted By: svsg
This is always fun. Someday I'll try Cheesesteak and someday I'll visit New York too


You'll like New York better. wink
Posted By: pizzaboy

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 11/21/08 08:45 PM

I'm having dinner at an Irish pub tonight in Riverdale. I hope they have my calves liver with onions on the menu tonight. smile
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 11/21/08 10:05 PM

I love calves liver with onions and bacon. How could you have forgotten the bacon?? Now I want some. My girls are going out to dinner and to a show at my oldest's college. Maybe Mr. Babe and I will go out tonight.

I can't eat liver, though, without thinking of Plaw. Man, was he grossed out!
Posted By: Mignon

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 11/21/08 10:21 PM

Liver and onions
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 11/21/08 10:27 PM

And bacon!!! Don't forget the bacon!!!
Posted By: Mignon

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 11/21/08 10:30 PM

Maybe some mash potatoes and gravy.
Posted By: Santino Brasi

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 11/22/08 02:57 AM

Pork Steak with Potatoes Gratin
Posted By: svsg

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 11/22/08 03:15 AM

paste of cilantro+coconut with rice and potato hash browns smile
Posted By: Santino Brasi

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 11/22/08 03:45 AM

Sounds good, for that hippy shit wink
Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 11/22/08 06:39 PM

Just had a very tasty spaghetti bolognese.
Posted By: MonteSuputo

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 11/23/08 03:56 AM

Pat's?????? Well known to be one of the worst places to get a cheesesteak in Philly. While they were the first they are nowhere remotely near the best. Next time you guys come to Philly go to any of the following for a cheesesteak:

John's Roast Pork - despite the name their cheesesteak has been the consensus best of Philly for awhile now. They are my personal favorite

Steve's Prince of Steaks

D'Alessandro's - In my neighborhood so very close and VERY VERY good
Posted By: Longneck

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 11/23/08 08:23 PM

A roast, potatoes, and carrots cooked in the crock pot on low overnight.
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 11/24/08 12:41 AM

We went to my great-nephew's christening today (and even writing that makes me feel like I should be 100). My niece's MIL made crepe manicotti from scratch. They were absolutely out of this world.
Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 11/24/08 04:30 PM

Yesterday was Sunday lunch,roast beef with all the trimmings and tons of Yorkshire Puddings!

Tonight is macaroni cheese.
Posted By: Longneck

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 11/24/08 08:58 PM

Probably frozen pizza, or some pasta of some kind.
Posted By: pizzaboy

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 11/26/08 12:56 AM

Burgers and potato salad tonight.
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 11/26/08 01:27 AM

I made a meatloaf last night. I still had some ground beef left over, so tonight it was good, old-fashioned macaroni and meatballs.
Posted By: pizzaboy

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 11/26/08 01:32 AM

Originally Posted By: Sicilian Babe
I made a meatloaf last night. I still had some ground beef left over, so tonight it was good, old-fashioned macaroni and meatballs.


That's really weird, because I had some chopped meat left over from yesterday's meatballs, which is how we ended up having burgers tonight!
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 11/26/08 01:37 AM

We live parallel lives at times, PB. It's really weird.

I used a half a pound of pork and about the same of beef, plus I added an egg, onion, bread crumbs, honey and worcestershire sauce, and my family cried that it was too small. They're a bunch of pigs.
Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 11/26/08 09:27 PM

Tonight we had sausage,egg and chips!

Delicious.
Posted By: Longneck

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 12/05/08 01:47 AM

Cornbread and Beans.

mmmmmmm


My wife doesn't like the effect it has on me though, But the farts keep us warm. wink (It's 17 degrees here right now)
Posted By: Don Cardi

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 12/05/08 01:55 AM

Went out and picked up Four (4) 1 1/2 LB. Live Lobsters. Split and cleaned them and stuffed them with a bread crumb stuffing made with diced fresh garlic, diced onions, parsley, basil, paprika, diced fresh shrimp and olive oil. Then broiled them in the oven.

Side dishes of corn on the cob, cole slaw and fresh cut home made french fries.
Posted By: Mignon

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 12/05/08 02:05 AM

How long did it take to cook all that Cardi?
Posted By: Don Cardi

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 12/05/08 02:07 AM

Not long at all. The French Fries take the longest to prepare and cook.

You bake/broil the Lobster until the shells are bright red and the tails are curved.
Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 12/05/08 10:05 AM

That sounds delicious DC.

I had home made steak and kidney pies last night. With chips.


Very nice.
Posted By: Don Cardi

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 12/05/08 08:06 PM

Originally Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas
That sounds delicious DC.


It was.

Originally Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas
I had home made steak and kidney pies last night. Very nice.



Did you mean liver with some fava beans and a nice chianti? wink
Posted By: pizzaboy

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 12/05/08 08:19 PM

We're going to City Island tonight. Don Cardi just talked me into the lobster. wink
Posted By: Don Cardi

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 12/05/08 08:56 PM

Originally Posted By: pizzaboy
We're going to City Island tonight. Don Cardi just talked me into the lobster. wink


Yeah, like you needed someone to "convince" you! lol


The wife and I just came back from a late afternoon lunch at a seafood place overlooking the ocean here on Staten Island called The Coral Bay Cafe. We've been meaning to try it for a while now and today we finally got the chance.

I had a cup of Lobster Bisque and then Shrimp in med. sauce over linguine. My wife had a cup of clam chowder and then a fresh arugla salad with roasted peppers, fresh mozzarella, etc. Everything was delicious!

I have to go back and try their dinner entrees. They have a create a combo entree where you can combine various types of seafood on one platter.

Definitley going to add this place to my list.

Just Lou, if you read this, and you like seafood, you just may want to try this place out.
Posted By: pizzaboy

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 12/05/08 09:00 PM

I've never been there, but isn't that the place on Surf Avenue over in Tottenville?
Posted By: Don Cardi

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 12/05/08 09:09 PM

It is in Tottenville, but not on Surf Avenue. It's actually on Rockaway Street. But you're not that far off because Surf Ave is only several blocks away.
Posted By: pizzaboy

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 12/05/08 09:13 PM

Yeah, I'm sure it's the place I'm thinking of, over on the Jersey side.

When I was in the funeral business, I would be over at Virginia Chapel on Hylan Boulevard at least a couple of times a month. It's actually closer to the Brooklyn side, but I'd very often come home through Jersey.
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 12/05/08 10:18 PM

Where are you going in City Island, PB?? Gosh, I haven't been there in years. Friends of mine had a band in the 1980s that played at Anna's every weekend. Plus, I know we've discussed the Black Whale.

My mom was invited to an anniversary party at Portofino's a couple of years ago. She loved it.
Posted By: pizzaboy

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 12/06/08 07:50 PM

We ended up at Sammy's, Babe.

Being that City Island is so close to Throggs Neck and Country Club, we usually just wing it, and decide last minute, usually by seeing which place is the least crowded. But on Friday night in City Island, they're all packed, so take your pick.

It was a great choice, though. The clams and oysters were so fresh, you would have thought it was mid-summer rather than December, and I did end up going with the lobster. They made it for me fra diavlo, out of the shell, over thin spaghetti. It was a 2-and-a-half pounder, with at least half a pound of spaghetti, so I took a nice portion home, which I just ate for lunch. smile
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 12/07/08 02:59 AM

Bragging!! Not fair!

We had a spiral ham with oven roasted potatoes.
Posted By: klydon1

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 12/07/08 05:11 AM

Originally Posted By: Sicilian Babe
Bragging!! Not fair!

We had a spiral ham with oven roasted potatoes.


We had a spiral ham last Sunday. I made a great ham and bean soup with the leftover bone. The secret is to use whole allspice.

Tonight we made chicken thighs. We have a store with a great butcher shop that has the plumpest, juiciest chicken thighs, and they're on sale for 50 cents a pound this week.
Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 12/07/08 01:31 PM

We went here last night with friends

www.giannis.org.uk


Wonderful!

I had the bruschetta,the canneloni and some tirimasu to finish.

I was as full as a....full person.
Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 12/10/08 01:55 PM

Home made egg fried rice with noodles and lemon chicken.
Posted By: Mignon

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 12/16/08 03:36 AM

I made chili tonight. I like to add sour cream, Frito's, Cheddar cheese to the bowl. Yummy!!
Posted By: Longneck

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 12/16/08 04:09 AM

Italian beef
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 12/16/08 02:10 PM

Curious what you use in your chili, Mig.

I make a chili dip that we often have for dinner. It's cream cheese on the bottom, topped with ground beef that has been sauteed with onions and tomato sauce, spiced with cumin and chili powder, then that is topped with monterey jack cheese and baked. We serve it with white corn tortilla chips. Add some plain white rice and a salad, and it's an easy dinner. Great on a cold and damp night!
Posted By: Mignon

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 12/16/08 03:05 PM

SB, Do you bake it long enough to melt the cheese? I use the ingredients that you listed except for cumin, cream cheese.

PM me that recipe please. It sounds delish. I think I might make that for Bec's wedding shower.
Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 12/16/08 03:52 PM

Chicken tagliatelle last night.

Sausages with roasted potatoes and peppers tonight!
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 12/16/08 04:16 PM

Originally Posted By: Mignon
SB, Do you bake it long enough to melt the cheese? I use the ingredients that you listed except for cumin, cream cheese.

PM me that recipe please. It sounds delish. I think I might make that for Bec's wedding shower.


Only if you promise to send me yours!!!

The problem with making it for a large crowd is that it's sort of sloppy. Also, you need to serve it in whatever you baked it in, so it's hot. With a crowd, you might worry about burns, because no matter how many people you tell that the dish is hot, you end up with someone who doesn't listen.

How many people are you planning to feed? The recipe I have serves 6-8.

Edit: And yes, bake it long enough so that the cheese bubbles.
Posted By: dontomasso

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 12/16/08 08:26 PM

Baked cornish hen stuffed w wild rice and some kind of veggies and salad probably with a nice pinot noir
Posted By: pizzaboy

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 12/17/08 01:19 AM

Lamb shanks with mashed potatoes and honey glazed carrots.
Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 12/17/08 10:13 PM

Home made corned beef,potato and onion soup.

With fresh,crusty bread.
Posted By: Don Cardi

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 12/19/08 07:02 PM

Today I'm in the mood to have Spaghetti with white clam sauce for dinner.
Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 12/22/08 02:30 PM

Take out Chinese last night. Chicken chow mein,chicken fried rice,noodles,spring rolls and chips shared between us.

Take out pizza tonight.
Posted By: Mignon

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 12/22/08 07:25 PM

I just put a beef roast in the oven.
Posted By: Don Cardi

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 12/23/08 01:02 AM

Originally Posted By: Mignon
I just put a beef roast in the oven.


Is that the same as a roast beef?
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 12/23/08 01:55 AM

And what cut do you use, Mig? I swear by an eye round, my MIL insists on a top round. For pot roast, I will only use bottom round, but my mom will only use the brisket.
Posted By: Mignon

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 12/23/08 02:58 AM

Originally Posted By: Don Cardi
Originally Posted By: Mignon
I just put a beef roast in the oven.


Is that the same as a roast beef?


Smart Ass.
Posted By: Mignon

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 12/23/08 03:01 AM

Originally Posted By: Sicilian Babe
And what cut do you use, Mig? I swear by an eye round, my MIL insists on a top round. For pot roast, I will only use bottom round, but my mom will only use the brisket.


I used top round this time. What do you season yours with? I used a pack of beefy onion Lipton soup mix.
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 12/23/08 03:12 AM

I don't season it with anything. But I find that if I cook it about 75 degrees higher for the first 15 minutes and brown the outside, it will make a ton of juices for brown gravy.

What do you thicken your gravy with? I prefer corn starch.

I do use onion soup mix when I make a whole filet roast, though, because it's such a lean meat that it needs a little boost.
Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 12/24/08 10:03 AM

You ladies just TALKING about cooking makes my mouth water smile
Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/12/09 04:37 PM

Its obviously been a while since anybody ate in here? grin

Yesterday we had a beef stew,done with peppers and onions in the crock pot,with a cheddar and herb dumpling on top.

Served with steamed vegetables and mashed potatoes.

Delicious!
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/12/09 04:53 PM

Baked ziti last night, and it was delicious. The even better news is that there are plenty of leftovers
Posted By: klydon1

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/12/09 05:27 PM

Sausage and peppers, pizzas, and wings. It was a football doubleheader.
Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/13/09 02:03 PM

Macaroni cheese last night. Oodles and oodles of it,with enough leftovers for me to take some into work last night for my midnight snack smile
Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/16/09 03:50 PM

Sausage casserole last night!

Chicken curry tonight.
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/16/09 04:29 PM

I made some ribs last night. They were covered in a sauce of brown sugar, cornstarch, soy sauce and bourbon. Then you bake them covered for an hour, and then uncovered for an additional 30-60 minutes. They were so tender and meaty, it was amazing. A little fresh broccoli and macaroni and cheese on the side, and it was a nice dinner.
Posted By: klydon1

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/17/09 10:29 PM

Originally Posted By: Sicilian Babe
I made some ribs last night. They were covered in a sauce of brown sugar, cornstarch, soy sauce and bourbon. Then you bake them covered for an hour, and then uncovered for an additional 30-60 minutes. They were so tender and meaty, it was amazing. A little fresh broccoli and macaroni and cheese on the side, and it was a nice dinner.


That soundsgreat.
Posted By: Don Cardi

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/18/09 11:29 PM

Originally Posted By: Sicilian Babe
I made some ribs last night. They were covered in a sauce of brown sugar, cornstarch, soy sauce and bourbon. Then you bake them covered for an hour, and then uncovered for an additional 30-60 minutes.


SB, I read your above post real fast the other day and did not have time to reply. Your recipe sounded so great and was stuck in my head that last night, when I went out to dinner with my son, I had to have ribs. lol


I'm going to try your recipe the next time I make babybacks!
Posted By: klydon1

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/19/09 05:14 AM

I was at a football party tonight for the Eagles' and Steelers' game. During the Eagles' game there were plenty of cheesesteaks, soft pretzels and Tastykakes to honor Philadelphia. Later, for the Pittsburgh game we had kielbasa, pierogis and Primanti Brother Sandwiches.

Those wearing black and gold had a better time than those in green.
Posted By: primus01

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/19/09 11:43 AM

a huge pizza with jalapinos!
Posted By: Mignon

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/25/09 12:15 AM

I made pancakes,scrambled eggs,bacon for dinner tonight.
Posted By: SC

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/25/09 12:20 AM

Originally Posted By: Mignon
I made pancakes,scrambled eggs,bacon for dinner tonight.


What's for breakfast? Steak and potatoes?
Posted By: Mignon

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/25/09 01:22 AM

How would you like your steak? Your potatoes?
Posted By: SC

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/25/09 01:40 AM

Originally Posted By: Mignon
How would you like your steak? Your potatoes?


Sorry. You're a married woman.
Posted By: Santino Brasi

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/25/09 05:41 AM

I made Quiche Lorraine tonight for dinner
Posted By: Mignon

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/25/09 06:18 AM

Originally Posted By: SC
Originally Posted By: Mignon
How would you like your steak? Your potatoes?


Sorry. You're a married woman.


Damnit!
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/26/09 02:31 AM

We went to my brother's for dinner. My SIL made Penne Vodka, Chicken Parmigiana and Sausage and Peppers for dinner. It was a HUGE amount of food, and it was all very, very good. She sent some home, and I'm quite tempted to go heat up some of the penne.
Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/26/09 05:35 PM

Traditional Sunday lunch yesterday.

Roast beef,lots of steamed veggies and 5 yorkshire puddings.

Yum yum yum grin
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/28/09 11:03 PM

Since today was a snow day, I decided to cook something that would take forever. I've got a nice pot roast simmering on the stove with celery, onions, and bay leaves (I also snuck a drop or two of cognac into the pot). I'm about to add some carrots as well. Then I'll peel and cube some potatoes to make homemade mashed potatoes. I believe we will also have some spinach or maybe some broccoli as well.
Posted By: SC

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/28/09 11:38 PM

Sounds really good, SB.

I bought some flounder fillets yesterday and will have them and some veggies later.

BTW - Some of the veggies now being sold in bags that you can nuke are pretty good. They are more expensive than the regular frozen kind, but it's REAALLY simple to make them.
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/29/09 02:12 AM

And frozen ones are so much better for you than canned. At this time of year (unless you live someplace warm) frozen's also fresher than what you find in your local produce department.

There was a little bit of spinach left, but not a scrap of anything else. The meat, the potatoes, the carrots, all gone.

Now I need cake. I don't have any, but I sure could use some.
Posted By: Mignon

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/29/09 03:49 AM

Originally Posted By: Sicilian Babe
Now I need cake. I don't have any, but I sure could use some.


You mean the frozen cheesecake kind of cake?
Posted By: klydon1

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/29/09 02:21 PM

Originally Posted By: SC


BTW - Some of the veggies now being sold in bags that you can nuke are pretty good. They are more expensive than the regular frozen kind, but it's REAALLY simple to make them.


Birdseye makes them under the label "Steamfresh." They're very good.
Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/29/09 02:43 PM

Yes, we often use the frozen veg in the microwave.

They are good indeed!
Posted By: Mignon

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/29/09 03:19 PM

Originally Posted By: klydon1
Originally Posted By: SC


BTW - Some of the veggies now being sold in bags that you can nuke are pretty good. They are more expensive than the regular frozen kind, but it's REAALLY simple to make them.


Birdseye makes them under the label "Steamfresh." They're very good.


The broccoli one is very good.
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/29/09 04:19 PM

I can't decide what to make tonight. By Thursday, my creative juices are dried up. So far this week we had linguini with clam sauce, steaks on the grill and last night we had pot roast. I have a small pork tenderloin in the freezer, but the thought of another roast with gravy is just revolting.

Could someone please just tell me what to cook, and I will make it??
Posted By: SC

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/29/09 04:22 PM

Order some pizza.
Posted By: Mignon

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/29/09 04:26 PM

Spaghettio's.

I'm having sloppy joes tonight.
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/29/09 05:12 PM

Originally Posted By: SC
Order some pizza.


That's against the rules. Friday is take-out night. I have to cook tonight (yes, I know, the rules are too rigid).
Posted By: SC

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/29/09 05:23 PM

Originally Posted By: Sicilian Babe
That's against the rules. Friday is take-out night. I have to cook tonight (yes, I know, the rules are too rigid).


Something else to add to SB's list ... no takeout on Thursday. rolleyes

God bless Mr. Babe and the Babettes.
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/29/09 05:25 PM

Since Mr. Babe picks it up, I am actually doing him a FAVOR by not having takeout on Thursday! See how that works??

Oh! Now I know what I want for dinner! Franks, beans, french fries!! I haven't had franks since the summer!
Posted By: klydon1

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/29/09 11:45 PM

Salmon tonight. I picked up a beautiful, fresh fillet...and it is on special this week for $3.99 a pound.
Posted By: SC

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/30/09 12:04 AM

Originally Posted By: klydon1
Salmon tonight. I picked up a beautiful, fresh fillet...and it is on special this week for $3.99 a pound.


Wow... great price. I've been paying more than $6/pound for salmon "steaks".
Posted By: klydon1

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/30/09 12:51 AM

Originally Posted By: SC
Originally Posted By: klydon1
Salmon tonight. I picked up a beautiful, fresh fillet...and it is on special this week for $3.99 a pound.


Wow... great price. I've been paying more than $6/pound for salmon "steaks".


We have a local grocery store (smaller than the sprawling supermarkets that surround it) that has an A+ butcher shop and seafood market.

The chicken is fresh from Lancaster farms, and is usually on sale for $1.99 for boneless, skinless breasts or $0.99 for whole breasts. I just bought a whole NY Strip, cut into about 11 1" thick steaks for $3.99/lb.

It's a fsmily run business with a bit of a PA Dutch feel. I still go to the supermarkets, but find myself spending more time here. Here's a link to their website where they post their specials.

http://www.karnsfoods.com/
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/30/09 01:30 AM

Those prices are freaking amazing!!! I want to come hang out with the Klydon Family, and pick up some steaks, perhaps some chicken.

I was all set to have my franks and beans, and my mom called to say that she had to go to the supermarket to pick up a prescription and had bought some catfish fillets. I mixed some cayenne pepper and other spices in flour, dipped the fillets in flour, and then fried them in a mixture of olive oil and butter. They were fresh and tasty.
Posted By: Mignon

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/30/09 03:56 AM

My sloppy joes were delish.
Posted By: klydon1

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/30/09 01:35 PM

Originally Posted By: Mignon
My sloppy joes were delish.


I love sloppy joes. Do you make them any certain way?

Where I grew up, a sloppy joe was called a wimpy. Where I live now, it's referred to as hamburger barbecue, which is done different ways.

I'm lazy and use Manwich.
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/30/09 03:34 PM

My kids are dying to try Hamburger Helper, but I think my husband would sick. We keep waiting for him to go out for dinner or have a work thing, but the pain in the ass may actually be the only husband in the world who comes home every night! lol
Posted By: klydon1

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/30/09 06:41 PM

Originally Posted By: Sicilian Babe
My kids are dying to try Hamburger Helper, but I think my husband would sick. We keep waiting for him to go out for dinner or have a work thing, but the pain in the ass may actually be the only husband in the world who comes home every night! lol


You mean your kids never tried this American staple?

I'll make it once in a while. My kids like the cheeseburger mac or the taco style where you top it with crunchy tortillas. It is a guilty pleasure, but it's a little salty. It's fast and easy, and I think I have a box of it in the back of our pantry.
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/30/09 10:20 PM

I've never made it, but they may have had it at friends' houses. The cheeseburger mac is the one they want. I have to admit that I checked out the box at the market and now I'm dying to have some, too!
Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/31/09 12:16 PM

Chicken fajitas last night.

Take out pizza tonight.
Posted By: klydon1

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/01/09 12:02 AM

With the talk about Hamburger Helper I made a batch tonight (Cheesy Italian with shells). My son, who is big into fitness and healthy food as he's getting ready for high school baseball, wanted it with ground skinless chicken breast. It wasn't bad.

But I had also defrosted ground beef and didn't want to make a second skillet, so I also made good ol' American meat loaf. It was only the second or third time I made it. My wife usually does, but she has a bad cold.

We have leftovers, but the meat loaf was decent, not great.
Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/01/09 03:34 PM

Steak and onion sandwiches tonight,made with crusty hot ciabatta. Served with spicy potato wedges!
Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/06/09 08:34 PM

Shepherds Pie tonight.

Perfect food for a bitter cold night.
Posted By: Don Cardi

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 03/08/09 08:24 PM

Grilled Cheeseburgers with sauteed onions. Homemade homefries. Corn on the cob and an iceburg lettuce salad with old fashioned oil and vinegar dressing.
Posted By: klydon1

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 03/09/09 01:24 PM

Originally Posted By: Don Cardi
Grilled Cheeseburgers with sauteed onions. Homemade homefries. Corn on the cob and an iceburg lettuce salad with old fashioned oil and vinegar dressing.


You must have been infuenced by the same warm weather that found me, DC. I too made cheeseburgers and smoked sausages on the grill. I also sliced some sweet potato wedges, baked them a little and then buttered and wrapped them in aluminum foil.
Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 03/09/09 01:48 PM

Last night was a traditional English sunday dinner but i am still so loaded with cold that i may have been chewing on cardboard for all i was aware ohwell

Tonight is sausage casserole and the same fate for my poorly taste buds sick
Posted By: Don Cardi

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 03/10/09 06:56 PM

I pulled out the Panini maker and am going to make Grilled Chicken Paninis with roasted peppers and fried onions with fresh mozzarella and prosciutto.
Posted By: Mignon

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 03/10/09 08:56 PM

The smells that comes out of your kitchen must be wonderful.
Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 03/11/09 03:36 PM

Originally Posted By: Don Cardi
I pulled out the Panini maker and am going to make Grilled Chicken Paninis with roasted peppers and fried onions with fresh mozzarella and prosciutto.



Yum,yum,yum cool
Posted By: SC

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 03/11/09 04:30 PM

Originally Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas
Originally Posted By: Don Cardi
I pulled out the Panini maker and am going to make Grilled Chicken Paninis with roasted peppers and fried onions with fresh mozzarella and prosciutto.

Yum,yum,yum cool


Easy fella.... (there's nothing worse than Yogi drool all over the keyboard).
Posted By: Don Cardi

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 03/12/09 01:11 AM

Originally Posted By: SC


Easy fella.... (there's nothing worse than Yogi drool all over the keyboard).



And Boo Boo standing right there besides him! lol wink


Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 03/12/09 09:02 AM

Originally Posted By: Don Cardi
Originally Posted By: SC


Easy fella.... (there's nothing worse than Yogi drool all over the keyboard).



And Boo Boo standing right there besides him! lol wink




Sounds like my Facebook profile picture!

Big Yogi and little Boo Boo grin
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 03/13/09 12:56 AM

I took some flour and seasoned it with garlic powder, onion powder, seasoned salt and a touch of cayenne pepper. Then I dipped catfish fillets in it and fried them quickly in a very hot mixture of corn oil and a little butter. We had some home-made macaroni salad, steamed spinach and a nice tomato salad.
Posted By: Santino Brasi

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 03/13/09 12:57 AM

Hamburgers
Posted By: Don Cardi

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 03/13/09 01:16 AM

A ring of skinny broccoli rabe and cheese sausage cooked on the BBQ. A tossed iceberg lettuce and tomato salad, a fresh loaf of Italian semolina bread, and homemade zucchini fried rice.
Posted By: klydon1

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 03/13/09 02:00 AM

Steak, broccoli and potatoes.
Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 03/14/09 08:56 AM

Chicken fajitas last night.

Take-out pizza tonight.
Posted By: Don Cardi

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 04/11/09 08:28 PM

Having some friends over for dinner tonight.

First we'll start out with some cut up dry sausage, cut up imported provolone, some caponata sicilian style, some freshly sliced semolina Italian bread, and a few glasses of homemade sangria.

I marinated a couple of London Broils in a Teriyaki/Garlic/Sesame marinade overnight. Going to heat up that Grill to max temp and then just put those babies on there until the outsides are charred with the inside a nice med/rare.

Wife is whipping up some homemade mashed potatoes along with some fresh stringbeans with almonds, sauteed mushrooms with onions and a nice tomato and iceberg lettuce salad drenched in old fashioned oil and vinegar.


For desert, the wife made a homemade Johnnycake and chocolate brownies. Our friends are bringing some fresh cannoli & wine.

Between tonight and the Easter sunday meal tomorrow, by Monday you'll be able to ROLL me around the block!
Posted By: Beth E

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 04/11/09 11:25 PM

I never have had your homemade Sangria, DC. Gotta put some in dry ice and UPS it to my house. smile
Posted By: Don Cardi

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 04/12/09 02:40 AM

Originally Posted By: Beth E
I never have had your homemade Sangria, DC. Gotta put some in dry ice and UPS it to my house. smile


Actually Beth, Mrs. Cardi is the one who makes it. I'll ask her for the recipe and give it to you.
Posted By: Beth E

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 04/12/09 01:14 PM

That's even better. smile
Posted By: Mignon

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 04/13/09 06:17 PM

While we were in VA this weekend visiting my 2 older kids and Frank we went here my Son wanted to go there for his birthday. and had an Electric Lizard to drink.
Not being a alcohol drinker I really enjoyed it.
Posted By: Don Cardi

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 04/13/09 10:50 PM

Mig, that place looks good as do the drinks.
Posted By: J Geoff

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 04/14/09 06:25 AM


Okay, I was gonna post this sooner but forgot (somehow!)...

I went to my brother's for Easter, who each year makes a prime rib. But something extra special happened this year: He also got some side dishes from Pastosa Ravioli (Staten Island; started in Brooklyn), and it was out of this world! Those stuffed shells just melt in your mouth, I couldn't believe it!

There is a location in Manalapan, NJ (and also 5 NY boros), but he said the shells in NJ came frozen, while the ones from Staten Island were fresh. I don't know -- either way, OMG!

Cardi called me asking about the martini place in New Brunswick (which I sadly had to look up the name), and I texted him back about Pastosa, and he knew (of course)! wink

Not just the shells, though... before the meal we had some great Sopressata, fresh Mozz and peppers, and some of the best imported cheeses I've ever had... man... and they mail order so no excuses! Highly recommended. cool
Posted By: Don Cardi

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 04/14/09 12:48 PM

Originally Posted By: J Geoff

Okay, I was gonna post this sooner but forgot (somehow!)...

I went to my brother's for Easter, who each year makes a prime rib. But something extra special happened this year: He also got some side dishes from Pastosa Ravioli (Staten Island; started in Brooklyn), and it was out of this world! Those stuffed shells just melt in your mouth, I couldn't believe it!

There is a location in Manalapan, NJ (and also 5 NY boros), but he said the shells in NJ came frozen, while the ones from Staten Island were fresh. I don't know -- either way, OMG!

Cardi called me asking about the martini place in New Brunswick (which I sadly had to look up the name), and I texted him back about Pastosa, and he knew (of course)! wink

Not just the shells, though... before the meal we had some great Sopressata, fresh Mozz and peppers, and some of the best imported cheeses I've ever had... man... and they mail order so no excuses! Highly recommended. cool


Don Geoff,

I guess that you didn't see THIS TOPIC that I started ( for you of course ) before you made this post! whistle lol


The Staten Island Pastosa makes their pasta fresh on the premisis as does the Brooklyn one. The Jersey one gets their stuff from S.I. and Bklyn and they freeze it.
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 04/14/09 02:18 PM

Last night my daughter's boyfriend brought over some skirt steaks. His uncles have a meat market, and he had two enormous steaks. He took them out of the freezer about half an hour before he came over, and we heated up the grill while he was on his way. I cooked up some frozen corn and some pasta in a creamy garlic sauce, and we threw those steaks on. They were the best steaks I've ever had. MAJOR points for the BF!!! lol
Posted By: klydon1

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 04/14/09 06:08 PM

Originally Posted By: Sicilian Babe
Last night my daughter's boyfriend brought over some skirt steaks. His uncles have a meat market, and he had two enormous steaks. He took them out of the freezer about half an hour before he came over, and we heated up the grill while he was on his way. I cooked up some frozen corn and some pasta in a creamy garlic sauce, and we threw those steaks on. They were the best steaks I've ever had. MAJOR points for the BF!!! lol


This kid is scoring some serious points with the parents. Leave the lawn mower out next time he comes over. I'm sure he'll be happy to mow the lawn. smile Looks like your daughter picked a winner.
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 04/14/09 09:51 PM

Originally Posted By: klydon1
This kid is scoring some serious points with the parents. Leave the lawn mower out next time he comes over. I'm sure he'll be happy to mow the lawn. smile Looks like your daughter picked a winner.


That worked with the snow-blower. wink
Posted By: Don Cardi

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 04/14/09 11:08 PM

Originally Posted By: Sicilian Babe
Last night my daughter's boyfriend brought over some skirt steaks. His uncles have a meat market, and he had two enormous steaks. He took them out of the freezer about half an hour before he came over, and we heated up the grill while he was on his way. I cooked up some frozen corn and some pasta in a creamy garlic sauce, and we threw those steaks on. They were the best steaks I've ever had. MAJOR points for the BF!!! lol


And here's to you Mrs. Robinson.....


DMC didn't give you that name for nothing! tongue
Posted By: Longneck

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 04/16/09 05:56 AM

Cornbread and Beans.
Posted By: kyle82

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 04/16/09 01:55 PM

i had macaroni spaghetti my own recipe. tomatoe, in any form is appreciated. i always feel health and it's easier to breath. really, it's the feeling that i sort of anticipates before eating something.. smile
Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 04/17/09 08:43 PM

Tonight we had STIFADO,the Greek, beef stew done in red wine,garlic,oregano and onions,cooked in the crock pot for 1o hours and served with mashed taties and green beans!

Absolutely delicious cool
Posted By: Don Cardi

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 04/17/09 10:05 PM

Tonight we'll order a sicilian pie and some fried calamari and then I'm going to lay back, have a few drinks and watch the Mets game.
Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 04/17/09 10:15 PM

Sounds nice DC!
Posted By: Mignon

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 04/17/09 11:23 PM

A pizza from Pizza Hut.
Posted By: Mark

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 04/17/09 11:33 PM

What kind, Mig?
Posted By: Mignon

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 04/17/09 11:52 PM

I got this Panormous for 10 bucks. So how ya doin Mark?
Posted By: Don Cardi

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 04/18/09 12:56 AM

Originally Posted By: Mignon
I got this Panormous for 10 bucks. So how ya doin Mark?



WTF is that? That's not a real pizza! That's a wannabe sicilian fugazy pizza!

They should be locked up for counterfeiting! sick
Posted By: Mark

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 04/18/09 12:27 PM

Doin' pretty good, Mig. Although my tossed salad and fish sticks were no match for your gigantic "Panzilla"! Even if its a fugazz, it looks good!
Posted By: Mignon

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 04/18/09 03:00 PM

Originally Posted By: Don Cardi
Originally Posted By: Mignon
I got this Panormous for 10 bucks. So how ya doin Mark?



WTF is that? That's not a real pizza! That's a wannabe sicilian fugazy pizza!

They should be locked up for counterfeiting! sick


Ya know DC If I had a Spumoni Gardens pizza here I'd go there instead. But for now I have to settle for the wannabe sicilian fugazy pizza!
Posted By: pizzaboy

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 04/18/09 03:05 PM

I had pizza every Friday night of Lent, I think. So last night we went out for steaks at a local pub.
Posted By: Don Cardi

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 04/18/09 04:57 PM

Originally Posted By: Mignon
Originally Posted By: Don Cardi
Originally Posted By: Mignon
I got this Panormous for 10 bucks. So how ya doin Mark?



WTF is that? That's not a real pizza! That's a wannabe sicilian fugazy pizza!

They should be locked up for counterfeiting! sick


Ya know DC If I had a Spumoni Gardens pizza here I'd go there instead. But for now I have to settle for the wannabe sicilian fugazy pizza!



Mig, do you at least have a Sbarro's out by you? Much much better than Pizza Hut.
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 04/18/09 05:00 PM

I went to Corrado's market in Clifton, NJ. Not quite as good as a trip to Arthur Ave., but it will do. I got some Prosciutto di Parma, Mortadella, Genoa Salami, Fresh Ricotta and Mozzarella, Smoked Mozzarella, Sopresata, Dried Sausage, about 10 different kinds pasta, quails, luganiga sausage without the fennel, a pound of miniature pastries, butter cookies, fresh doughnuts, some wine and limoncello, and fresh bread. I also bought all sorts of apples, grapes and pears.

We threw it all on the table and just pigged out last night. It was great.
Posted By: Beth E

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 04/18/09 05:55 PM

It sounds great, although I can't pronounce half of what you wrote. haha.
Posted By: Mignon

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 04/19/09 02:11 AM

Originally Posted By: Don Cardi
Originally Posted By: Mignon
Originally Posted By: Don Cardi
[quote=Mignon]I got this Panormous for 10 bucks. So how ya doin Mark?



WTF is that? That's not a real pizza! That's a wannabe sicilian fugazy pizza!

They should be locked up for counterfeiting! sick


Ya know DC If I had a Spumoni Gardens pizza here I'd go there instead. But for now I have to settle for the wannabe sicilian fugazy pizza!



Mig, do you at least have a Sbarro's out by you? Much much better than Pizza Hut. [/quote]

Don't know I'll have to look.
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 04/19/09 02:26 AM

It was pretty darned good, I have to say. We only ate the stuff that didn't require cooking, though. Tonight I mixed gorgonzola, fontina, parmigiano, and fresh ricotta with butter and cream and served it over gnocchi.
Posted By: Don Cardi

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 04/19/09 03:57 AM

We took a ride down to Point Pleasant, the Jersey Shore, with our friends and had dinner on the outside deck of a restaurant right on the beach. What a gorgeous night it was outside! A really nice and relaxing evening. Had a couple of drinks ( I wasn't driving tonight grin ), a bowl of Lobster Bisque soup which was delicious and a Mozzarella Fritti salad that included some fresh tomatoes, assorted greens and roasted peppers in a balsamic vinegarette dressing.
Posted By: Don Cardi

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 04/21/09 10:58 PM

What? No one's had dinner since Saturday?
Posted By: Mignon

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 04/21/09 11:32 PM

I'm on a hunger strike.
Posted By: Mark

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 04/22/09 12:04 AM

I don't blame you, Mig! Last time you posted your dinner you got blasted! confused Everybody give up a group hug to Mama Mig so she will come back to the table! The pastafazool, mawtygawt and moozadell is getting cold! lol Mangiamo, Mama!
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 04/22/09 12:09 AM

Well, I made veal saltimbocca over spinach with rice pilaf on the side. The veal was so tender, but I experimented and melted some mozzarella on top. I like it better plain.
Posted By: Mark

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 04/22/09 12:13 AM

SB - can you send some leftovers to Chicago?..If there are any!
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 04/22/09 12:45 AM

Not a drop, Mark! But it was great while it lasted. Tell your son that when he gets home safely, I'll be happy to ship him some.
Posted By: Mark

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 04/22/09 12:51 AM

I didn't think so...it sounded too good! Thanks for the kind words about my son. He was always easy to please at dinner time - a four cheese pizza and Pepsi!
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 04/22/09 12:56 AM

Young men are notoriously easy to please at dinner time! lol
Posted By: Mark

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 04/22/09 12:58 AM

lol lolI heard that! When he comes home on leave it is our new tradition to hit The Olive Garden on the way home from the airport! Everything is ordered with extra cheese - of course!
Posted By: Mignon

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 04/22/09 01:07 AM

I will come out of my hunger strike to go to Olive Garden. whistle
Posted By: Mark

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 04/22/09 01:12 AM

"Mama Mig, come on down!" Like my Nonna used to say; there's always room for one more! lol
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 04/22/09 01:14 AM

I have never eaten at an Olive Garden. My mom did once, and she said it was awful, but maybe that was just one.

I know that I'm dying to try their soup, salad and breadsticks lunch.
Posted By: Mark

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 04/22/09 01:21 AM

You have to try it...you will not be disappointed. Not as good as Sunday dinner at grandma's but still a good substitute! Try the "Tour of Italy" for a full meal! My only critcism of their salad is that they tend to "drown" it with the oil and vinegar thus giving it a "soggy" taste vice "crunchy". Does that make sense?
Posted By: Mignon

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 04/22/09 01:22 AM

Originally Posted By: Mark
"Mama Mig, come on down!" Like my Nonna used to say; there's always room for one more! lol


Just let me know when.

Originally Posted By: Sicilian Babe
I have never eaten at an Olive Garden. My mom did once, and she said it was awful, but maybe that was just one.

I know that I'm dying to try their soup, salad and breadsticks lunch.


It is very good. I love the breadsticks.
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 04/22/09 01:25 AM

We just have so many great Italian restaurants near us, and so many great Italian cooks in our family, that I can't imagine going to Olive Garden.
Posted By: Mignon

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 04/22/09 01:29 AM

Must be nice. I've said all along I live in the wrong state.
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 04/22/09 01:32 AM

If there are no restaurants near you, buy an Italian cookbook and start learning. I've always held the belief that if you can read, you can cook.
Posted By: Mark

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 04/22/09 01:37 AM

I have several Italian cookbooks in pdf format. If interested, I can forward them to you. Just PM me an email address...don't worry, I'm not a spammer, sicko or psycho (I think?)
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 04/22/09 01:48 AM

This cookbook is terrific. It has one of the best recipes for Vodka Sauce I've ever tasted - and it's easy to make. Everything in here is easy to prepare.

Posted By: Mignon

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 04/22/09 01:53 AM

Originally Posted By: Mark
I have several Italian cookbooks in pdf format. If interested, I can forward them to you. Just PM me an email address...don't worry, I'm not a spammer, sicko or psycho (I think?)


Thanks Mark, I'll Pm you my email addy.

BTW What's wrong with being a little psycho? lol
Posted By: Mignon

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 04/22/09 01:54 AM

Originally Posted By: Sicilian Babe
This cookbook is terrific. It has one of the best recipes for Vodka Sauce I've ever tasted - and it's easy to make. Everything in here is easy to prepare.


What do you use Vodka Sauce in?
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 04/22/09 01:57 AM

It's a pasta sauce. You serve it over pasta.
Posted By: Mark

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 04/22/09 02:04 AM

Okay, Mig. I have most of the pdf's in my files at work so I will send them to you in the morning.
Posted By: Mignon

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 04/22/09 02:05 AM

I'll have to try that. Next time I go to the book store I'll get it. Thanks SB.
Posted By: Mark

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 04/22/09 02:08 AM

Don't forget to send your email...
Posted By: Mignon

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 04/22/09 02:11 AM

Just did.
Posted By: Don Cardi

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 04/22/09 11:57 PM

Originally Posted By: Mark
I don't blame you, Mig! Last time you posted your dinner you got blasted! confused


Don't be confused Mark.

She didn't get blasted. She got teased.

We know Mama Mig very well and she knows that we love to tease her and would never look to intentionally hurt her feelings in any way whatsoever.

We tease each other because we have a relationship that we've developed through several strong years of friendship.

I do admire your coming to her defense though! Bravo!

I saw that you mentioned that your son is coming home on leave and that he wants Olive Garden. How much longer does he have in the service?

I ask about your son because I admire anyone who serves in the military.

Don't you live in New Jersey?

Posted By: Don Cardi

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 04/23/09 12:16 AM

Originally Posted By: Sicilian Babe
Well, I made veal saltimbocca over spinach with rice pilaf on the side. The veal was so tender, but I experimented and melted some mozzarella on top. I like it better plain.


Delicious! One of my favorite Veal dishes.

But I am a bit confused SB. You say that you "experimented and melted mozzarella on top."

That's the only way that I've ever eaten it. Over spinach with the veal covered by a piece of prosciutto and a piece of mozzarella melted over it.
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 04/23/09 12:22 AM

I've always made it with just prosciutto on top - no mozzarella. I didn't like it with the cheese as much.
Posted By: Mignon

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 04/23/09 02:05 AM

Originally Posted By: Don Cardi
Originally Posted By: Mark
I don't blame you, Mig! Last time you posted your dinner you got blasted! confused


Don't be confused Mark.

She didn't get blasted. She got teased.

We know Mama Mig very well and she knows that we love to tease her and would never look to intentionally hurt her feelings in any way whatsoever.

We tease each other because we have a relationship that we've developed through several strong years of friendship.




Yeah the teasing is in all good fun. Just ask DC about the first time we met 4 years ago in NJ.
Posted By: Mark

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 04/23/09 12:16 PM

I know you guys were just teasing...sorry if I came across as a stick in the mud! Just tried to jump in the pile, too. Thanks for the kind words about my son, Don Cardi. I am truly humbled by all the support on this board. Blib is right - it is like a family. I am hoping my son decides to career it and stay in for 20 years. He went in the navy after college in 2006 and is a Interior Communications Technician Petty Officer. He is doing well and does a lot of things he cannot tell us...top secret stuff. Thank you, all. I grew up in the suburbs of Chicago and moved 2 hours west of the city a few years ago. It's a nice place to raise kids. I have a beautiful wife and a great 16 year old daughter who looks just like her gorgeous mom - thank God! I get a great kick out of your guys posts...I laugh a lot! Hey, DC - what happened in Jersey????? rolleyes
Posted By: Mignon

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 04/23/09 09:56 PM

No need to be sorry Mark. We are Family. I hope your Son does make a carrer with the Navy. The way things are these days there is no job security anymore. The Col. stayed in for 20 years. I told him just to do twenty cuz I didn't get married to raise the babies on my own for the rest of my life.
Posted By: Don Cardi

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 04/23/09 10:55 PM

Originally Posted By: Mark
I know you guys were just teasing...sorry if I came across as a stick in the mud! Just tried to jump in the pile, too. Thanks for the kind words about my son, Don Cardi. I am truly humbled by all the support on this board. Blib is right - it is like a family. I am hoping my son decides to career it and stay in for 20 years. He went in the navy after college in 2006 and is a Interior Communications Technician Petty Officer. He is doing well and does a lot of things he cannot tell us...top secret stuff. Thank you, all. I grew up in the suburbs of Chicago and moved 2 hours west of the city a few years ago. It's a nice place to raise kids. I have a beautiful wife and a great 16 year old daughter who looks just like her gorgeous mom - thank God! I get a great kick out of your guys posts...I laugh a lot! Hey, DC - what happened in Jersey????? rolleyes


You should be very proud of your son! It sounds as though you have a wonderful family.

What happened in Jersey? Well, what happened in Jersey...stays in.... wink J/K


The first time that we met, Mig and Becky had no idea what I looked like, and I didn't know what they looked like. So Mig calls me on my cell phone and I tell her that I was sitting at the bar. A few minutes later two woman walk in, and one of them says "Are you Don Cardi?" So I gave her this puzzled look like WTF? and replied " What are you talking about lady, what did you say?" And Mig turns beat red and Becky just grabs her and starts running out of the bar yelling at her and I just burst out laughing and only then did Mig realize that it actually was me!

But the look on their faces when I just made believe that I wasn't the person they were looking for was just priceless!

Mig has been trying to get me back for 4 years now! lol
Posted By: Mark

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 04/23/09 11:27 PM

That's a great story! You guys are a hoot! (There's a midwestern phrase!) This is such a great BB...I wrote in another post that I have been hooked on GF since the network premiere of The Saga in 1977. Of course my mother thought it was just a "phase" when I started dressing up as Al Capone for Halloween in the fifth grade...oh, God! I'm sorry - I thought I was on Melfi's couch there for a minute! eek
Posted By: Mignon

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 04/24/09 01:43 AM

DC is definitely a hoot. I'll tell ya another story about me that makes DC crack up.

That same BB weekend I told my Dad that I was going to NJ to meet some people from the internet. He thought I lost my mind. He also thought I was going there to join the mafia.
Posted By: Mignon

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 04/27/09 09:43 PM

We grilled out a pack of these today. OMG!! What a taste of heaven.
Posted By: SC

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 04/27/09 10:41 PM

Hey.... you had a taste of New York!

Dunno if your supermarket sells them but Nathan's frozen french fries are really good too. You can bake them in an oven and they're the best that I've eaten (from the frozen food section). Of course they're better if you deep fry them but who wants to clean up that mess?
Posted By: Mignon

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 04/27/09 11:30 PM

I'll never buy Ball Park hot dogs anymore.
Posted By: pizzaboy

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 05/05/09 11:29 PM

One of my favorite dishes tonight: Cavatelli with broccoli rabe and hot sausage.
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 05/06/09 01:37 AM

Macaroni and meatballs. YUM
Posted By: klydon1

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 05/06/09 01:57 AM

Originally Posted By: pizzaboy
One of my favorite dishes tonight: Cavatelli with broccoli rabe and hot sausage.


Cavatelli with broccoli rabe is a favorite of mine. My wife was going to make it Sunday, but some people dropped by with pizzas and a stromboli. I was a bit disappointed, but she's going to make it later in the week.
Posted By: pizzaboy

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 05/07/09 12:11 AM

I just took my Dad to Lord and Taylor in Scarsdale to buy some golf pants. We stopped at the Odyssey Diner in Eastchester, where I had the best meatloaf I've had in years. Mashed potatoes, brown gravy and corn on the cob, too.
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 05/07/09 12:35 AM

My husband loves to order meatloaf in a good diner. I, on the other hand, do not. I don't even like to eat my own meatloaf.

We got a Costco chicken for dinner. You can't buy and roast a chicken for $5. I don't know how they do it. It always amazes me how good it is.
Posted By: Mignon

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 05/07/09 01:21 AM

Originally Posted By: pizzaboy
where I had the best meatloaf I've had in years. Mashed potatoes, brown gravy and corn on the cob, too.


What a great country dinner.

I love to eat cold meatloaf sandwiches. Now I'm gonna have to make one for dinner.
Posted By: Longneck

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 05/07/09 06:09 AM

Vienna Beef hot dogs are what's popular around here. Way more expensive than regular hot dogs but it tastes better too.

I had ribs, potoatoes, and veggies, and cottage cheese for dinner. My very prego wife made it and brought me some at work.
Posted By: Mark

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 05/07/09 09:00 PM

Tonight I make my wife's favorite "Wop Slop" - as she calls it...stuffed shells with my home made gravy, oil & vinegar salad, garlic toast and of course she will wash it down with about 3 gallons of Mountain Dew. Anybody know a Mt. Dew addiction specialist?!?
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 05/07/09 09:22 PM

We're grilling some sausage tonight. I went to Corrado's in Clifton, NJ, which is an Italian specialty store. They make their sausage from scratch. I got the luganiga (long and thin) without the fennel. I can't wait to cook it up. We're also having some peppers, onions and potatoes with it.
Posted By: pizzaboy

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 05/07/09 09:49 PM

Chinese tonight. A little bit of everything. Definitely some crab rangoons.
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 05/07/09 10:02 PM

We're doing Chinese for Mother's Day. I'm riding my bike and eating Lean Cuisines for lunch to make room!
Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 05/09/09 01:16 PM

We are having a healthy salad tonight!!

Rabbit food ohwell

I will be sending for Chinese take out by 10pm lol
Posted By: Don Smitty

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 05/10/09 02:33 PM

I had a good cheesburger last nite!

ds
Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 05/14/09 02:38 PM

Lasagne tonight. Hopefully with enough left-overs so i can take some in to night shift later.

I need my midnight feast when i work nights smile
Posted By: pizzaboy

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 05/14/09 02:54 PM

Went to an Irish pub last night here in the Bronx and had shepherds pie and half-a-dozen Bloody Mary's.

Nice.
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 05/14/09 04:41 PM

I love sheperd's pie.

I've got a couple of cornish hens defrosting on the counter right now for tonight.

Last night we grilled some steaks, and they were incredible. Today, the rain has returned, so it's back to the oven for us.
Posted By: pizzaboy

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 05/14/09 11:22 PM

Pasta with peas tonight.
Posted By: Mignon

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 05/15/09 02:13 AM

I had to take my Son to his Doctor's appt. Which is a hour there and a hour back. So We just went to Wendy's. I wasn't in the mood to cook tonight.
Posted By: klydon1

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 05/15/09 02:22 AM

Turkey burgers, corn on the cob and baked beans.
Posted By: SC

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 05/15/09 02:54 AM

Originally Posted By: klydon1
Turkey burgers, corn on the cob and baked beans.


Checking the weather forecast to make sure I'm not downwind of Pennsylvania.
Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 05/15/09 12:50 PM

Originally Posted By: SC
Originally Posted By: klydon1
Turkey burgers, corn on the cob and baked beans.


Checking the weather forecast to make sure I'm not downwind of Pennsylvania.


lol lol
Posted By: klydon1

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 05/17/09 06:15 PM

Originally Posted By: SC
Originally Posted By: klydon1
Turkey burgers, corn on the cob and baked beans.


Checking the weather forecast to make sure I'm not downwind of Pennsylvania.


grin The warnings have been lifted. Air quality is restored to normal. I always use Bush's Homestyle baked beans when we don't make our own.
Posted By: Mark

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 05/17/09 09:34 PM

BBQ - burgers, dogs, brats, sausage, steaks! Sailor boy is home from Norfolk and its an outdoor bash! Come on over!
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 05/18/09 12:49 AM

Hooray!! I bet it's great to have your boy home, Mark.

We had a bunch of people over yesterday. My daughter's birthday is the 23rd and my brother's turning 60 on the 18th. We made potato salad, macaroni salad, I marinated three london broils (soy sauce, red wine, onion powder, garlic powder, black pepper, ketchup) which we threw on the grill, a nice tossed salad and fresh-baked rolls from the local bakery.

Tonight we threw some hot dogs on the grill and had them with the leftover salads. Why do those salads taste better on the second day???
Posted By: Mark

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 05/18/09 11:40 AM

Thanks, Babe. It sure is! On his way through Indiana he picked up a few fireworks and we had an early 4th of July! We had a blast - However, I'm not so sure about the neighbors and their dogs! Sounds like you had a great time, too. Nothing like a great BBQ, family and friends.
Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 05/18/09 01:31 PM

We had Shepherds Pie yesterday. Very nice they were too!
Posted By: pizzaboy

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 05/19/09 11:31 PM

Eggplant parmigiana and spaghetti tonight. An old stand-by.
Posted By: Mignon

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 05/19/09 11:49 PM

The Col grilled some pork chops I made corn on the cob, baked beans, fried potatoes. I'll have to go to The Guy's Thread and drop of some gas from the beans.
Posted By: pizzaboy

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 05/19/09 11:53 PM

Fart in the ladies thread, Mig.

Live a little.
Posted By: Don Cardi

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 05/20/09 12:01 AM

Originally Posted By: Mark
BBQ - burgers, dogs, brats, sausage, steaks! Sailor boy is home from Norfolk and its an outdoor bash! Come on over!


Mark, if I lived close enough, believe me, I would. I'd be there just to show my gratitude to your Sailor boy for serving his country and in doing so protecting my family! Please give him my thanks!

Now where's the peppas and sauseeeege!
Posted By: Mignon

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 05/20/09 01:29 AM

Originally Posted By: pizzaboy
Fart in the ladies thread, Mig.

Live a little.


I can do both threads. whistle lol
Posted By: Mignon

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 05/20/09 01:31 AM

Originally Posted By: Mark
BBQ - burgers, dogs, brats, sausage, steaks! Sailor boy is home from Norfolk and its an outdoor bash! Come on over!


Can I come? I'll bring the Col. They can swap sailor stories. I'm glad he got to come home on leave. Give him a big hug for me.
Posted By: klydon1

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 05/20/09 02:02 AM

Welcome home to your son, Mark. Here's to happy days for him!
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 05/25/09 01:31 PM

For last night's dinner, I marinated boneless chicken breasts in a mixture of orange juice, lemon juice, teriyaki, ginger and sesame seeds. Then I let Mr. Babe grill them, since I burn anything that requires to be cooked more than 10 minutes. My daughter had just gotten home from Hershey, and she insisted on instant mashed potatoes (I pretend to gag when they're demanded, but the Target 4 cheese one's aren't that bad), macaroni and cheese, and I insisted on green beans.

It was wonderful to have her back. The house was WAY too quiet without her.
Posted By: Don Cardi

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 05/25/09 04:21 PM

Yesterday - Kielbasa on the BBQ with sauerkraut along with home made pizza on the BBQ for appetizers.

Hot Dogs with home made hot dog cart onions, Sausage and Peppers and grilled chicken marinated in honey BBQ and Garlic sauce. Fresh corn on the cob, Potato salad, tossed salad.

Today - Italian dry sausage, fresh mozzarella, peppers stuffed with prisciutto and provolone cheese, marinated mushrooms and mixed olives for appetizer.

Grilled Filet Mignons, fresh corn on the cob, tri-color pasta salad, fresh tomato salad with olive oil and garlic and olive oil sauteed spinach.


Tuesday on - FASTING! lol


Edit : I have so much food left over because our friends had to cancel because they had to take their boy to the emergency room. Turns out that he has a broken hand but will be ok. So who's coming over to finish all of this food that I prepared?
Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 05/25/09 07:03 PM

We have had a barbecue this afternoon. Very tasty!
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 05/26/09 12:48 AM

We went to my brother's today, and he cooked up two pork loins, hamburgers and hot dogs. They had also had a pasta salad and a spinach salad. It was perfect weather, too.
Posted By: Mark

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 05/26/09 12:56 AM

We had a great time with my Navy boy son! Thanks to all for the warm wishes! Many hugs were distributed! He was supposed to go on a ship in San Diego for a Westpac cruise but they cancelled ship's movement because dozens of crew member have or have had swine flu! He is back in Norfolk now and I am having a frozen Jack's supreme pizza.
Posted By: Longneck

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 05/26/09 07:26 AM

Originally Posted By: Mark
I am having a frozen Jack's supreme pizza.


As far as cheap frozen pizzas go, Jack's is the best.
Posted By: Mark

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 05/26/09 11:44 AM

Hands down...the best.
Posted By: klydon1

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 05/26/09 08:08 PM

Originally Posted By: Don Cardi
Yesterday - Kielbasa on the BBQ with sauerkraut along with home made pizza on the BBQ for appetizers.

Hot Dogs with home made hot dog cart onions, Sausage and Peppers and grilled chicken marinated in honey BBQ and Garlic sauce. Fresh corn on the cob, Potato salad, tossed salad.

Today - Italian dry sausage, fresh mozzarella, peppers stuffed with prisciutto and provolone cheese, marinated mushrooms and mixed olives for appetizer.

Grilled Filet Mignons, fresh corn on the cob, tri-color pasta salad, fresh tomato salad with olive oil and garlic and olive oil sauteed spinach.


Tuesday on - FASTING! lol


Edit : I have so much food left over because our friends had to cancel because they had to take their boy to the emergency room. Turns out that he has a broken hand but will be ok. So who's coming over to finish all of this food that I prepared?


I'll be over with a knife and fork and a napkin tucked under my chin.

I was at a pig roast on Sunday afternoon and later went to a barbecue that night for grilled salmon and marinated chicken. Yesterday we did bratwurst and burgers on the grill and my wife made a delicious cavatelli with chopped broccoli and fresh spinach in oil and garlic. It was my son's 16th birthday, and he's not a big fan of cake, so my wife made his favorite dessert: a giant sugar cookie with a 16" diameter topped with a mixture of cream cheese and whipped cram, and covered with fresh strawberries, kiwi and blueberries.

Spaghetti and meatballs tonight. It will be an unexpected family dinner because all three of my kids had ball games scheduled today, but the rain has postponed them.
Posted By: pizzaboy

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 05/27/09 12:00 AM

Grilled ham steaks, mashed potatoes, corn-on-the-cob, applesauce and a nice big salad.
Posted By: Mignon

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 05/27/09 08:08 PM

I'm making scallopped potatoes with some of the ham that was left over from the wedding. Left over rolls from the wedding and corn and green beans.
Posted By: SC

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 05/27/09 08:13 PM

What wedding?
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 05/27/09 10:15 PM

My mom made a pot of beef soup with little meatballs. We're going to cook some little teeny shells and add them to the soup.
Posted By: Mignon

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 05/28/09 01:12 AM

Originally Posted By: SC
What wedding?


You have a one track mind huh SC? smile
Posted By: Mignon

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 05/28/09 01:30 AM

Originally Posted By: Mark
He is back in Norfolk now and I am having a frozen Jack's supreme pizza.


I'm glad he made it back to the base ok. Did you tell him about the BB? Do you get Jack's frozen pizza just in IL.? I've never heard of that brand.
Posted By: Mark

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 05/28/09 01:59 AM

Mig, yes, he said thanks to all my goombahs for their warm wishes! He is happy that his dad finally found a good group of people to share my mob obsession talk with! Mig, I can't believe you don't have Jack's frozen pizza in Ohio! It is way better than any of the other frozen thin pizzas around! I'm so glad the nuptials went great!
Posted By: Mignon

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 05/28/09 02:03 AM

Next time I go to the store I'll look for Jack's pizza. Thank you so much Mark for the well wishes.
Posted By: Mark

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 05/28/09 02:12 AM

Right back at you, Mig. Have a good mid-western night...Jack's supreme is the best!
Posted By: SC

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 05/28/09 07:21 AM

Originally Posted By: Mignon
You have a one track mind huh SC?


Don't be talkin' dirty to me!!!
Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 05/28/09 02:42 PM

Pay day today so a sumptious Chinese take-out tonight cool
Posted By: AD

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 05/28/09 04:20 PM

Ma is makin my favorite.... fried chicken (been on my mind all day)... Nice to have a homemade meal after a week of nothing but take-out... (Shouldn't have moved out tongue )
Posted By: Don Cardi

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 05/30/09 01:11 AM

Originally Posted By: Mignon
Left over rolls from the wedding.


Those rolls have got to be hard as rocks by now!

Well, I guess that you can always dip them in the Spaghetti-o-s sauce to soften then up a bit.
Posted By: Mignon

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 05/30/09 01:16 AM

Who eats Spaghettio's?
Posted By: Don Cardi

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 05/30/09 01:23 AM

Originally Posted By: Mignon
Who eats Spaghettio's?


Originally Posted By: Mignon
Spaghetti-Os are great. I don't like the ones with meatballs in them. My son loves them to. It's good with a peanutbutter sandwich.


whistle


shhh
Posted By: Mignon

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 05/30/09 01:26 AM

Well not no more. How long did it take you to find that post?
Posted By: Don Cardi

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 05/30/09 02:02 AM

Originally Posted By: Mignon
Well not no more. How long did it take you to find that post?


Well I replied to it about 7 minutes after you posted. I saw your post about 5 minutes after you made it. So I guess it took me a whole 2 minutes, more or less, to find your original post. wink

Uh Oh, Spaghetti-o-s!!
Posted By: Mignon

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 05/30/09 02:20 AM

Will you ever forget that I USE to eat spaghettio's?
Posted By: Mark

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 06/03/09 11:02 PM

Hey, Mig - where's Don Cardi? What have you done to him? He hasn't posted in days. The spaghettios teasing was only business not personal. wink
Posted By: Mignon

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 06/04/09 12:06 AM

Don't fret he'll show up.
Posted By: Mark

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 06/04/09 12:18 PM

Alive?
Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 06/05/09 02:52 PM

We are having pasta tonight. Sausage carbonara i believe?
Posted By: Don Cardi

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 06/05/09 10:51 PM

Originally Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas
We are having pasta tonight. Sausage carbonara i believe?


Hmmm, Spaghetti Carbonara with Sausage instead of Pancetta? Or in addition to the Pancetta? Either way it sounds good! I may just have to try that.


Can you send some over Yogi?
Posted By: Mignon

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 06/06/09 12:08 AM

I didn't eat dinner tonight cuz my stomach has been hurting all day.
Posted By: Don Cardi

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 06/06/09 12:38 AM

Originally Posted By: Mignon
I didn't eat dinner tonight cuz my stomach has been hurting all day.


That's what you get for eating those for lunch!
Posted By: Mignon

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 06/06/09 01:22 AM

Nah I thought about those purple mash potatoes I ate.
Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 06/06/09 03:25 PM

Originally Posted By: Don Cardi
Originally Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas
We are having pasta tonight. Sausage carbonara i believe?


Hmmm, Spaghetti Carbonara with Sausage instead of Pancetta? Or in addition to the Pancetta? Either way it sounds good! I may just have to try that.


Can you send some over Yogi?


Sausage WITH pancetta DC. Very tasty it was as well. There is none left but i will send Mrs Yogi over to cook you up some personally smile
Posted By: Don Cardi

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 06/07/09 01:59 PM

Thank you Yogi! lol


Last night we took a ride down to Red Bank New Jersey with some friends and had dinner at a place called Front Street Trattoria. It's an Italin trattoria that is a BYOB place.

The food was very good. There were six of us so we ordered and shared two kinds of salads, a 5 cheese pizza ( which was out of this world ) 2 orders of shrimp over rigatoni and one order pesto grilled shrimp and chicken over rissoto.

We popped opened and drank a bottle of Smirnoff Pomegranate,
which was excellent, and then knocked off a bottle of white zinfendel wine with the main course.

After dinner we took a stroll around Red Bank, stopped in some of the shops, eventually got some dessert and then sat by the inlet.

It was a last minute get together idea which turned out to be a great night!
Posted By: Mignon

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 06/07/09 08:06 PM

Originally Posted By: Don Cardi
Last night we took a ride down to Red Bank New Jersey


I use to live on Teaneck Rd which was off of Red Bank Rd in Charleston, SC.
Posted By: SC

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 06/07/09 10:06 PM

That's nothing.... I once drove past a red bank. I think its name was Moscow Savings and Loan.
Posted By: Don Cardi

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 06/07/09 10:28 PM

Originally Posted By: Mignon
Originally Posted By: Don Cardi
Last night we took a ride down to Red Bank New Jersey


I use to live on Teaneck Rd which was off of Red Bank Rd in Charleston, SC.



Was that the first block or the second block?
Posted By: Mignon

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 06/08/09 01:10 AM

rolleyes third block
Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 06/08/09 01:37 PM

Yesterday was a good old fashioned Sunday lunch with pork.

Most delicious!
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 06/08/09 03:02 PM

We barbecued a turkey yesterday. Mr. Babe put an 18 lb. turkey on the rotisserie and slow-cooked it. He put a bit of apple wood in the smoker as well. He had a metal pan under the turkey to catch the drippings, and he used that to baste it inside and out while it was cooking. It was delicious. My mother contributed macaroni salad and I made potato salad. Then we had ice cream cake for Mr. Babe's birthday.
Posted By: Mignon

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 06/08/09 05:25 PM

Tell Mr. Babe Happy Birthday for me.
Posted By: Don Cardi

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 06/08/09 11:41 PM

Originally Posted By: Sicilian Babe
We barbecued a turkey yesterday. Mr. Babe put an 18 lb. turkey on the rotisserie and slow-cooked it. He put a bit of apple wood in the smoker as well. He had a metal pan under the turkey to catch the drippings, and he used that to baste it inside and out while it was cooking. It was delicious.



Oh boy, my mouth was watering just reading your post. I HAD to be delicious!

Hope that you gave him the picture of the 'CORVETTE' that I found, for his birthday!
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 06/09/09 01:30 AM

Picture?? Corvette? Nope, don't remember seeing that. whistle
Posted By: Don Cardi

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 06/10/09 12:05 AM

Originally Posted By: Sicilian Babe
Picture?? Corvette? Nope, don't remember seeing that. whistle


lol
Posted By: Mignon

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 06/11/09 01:37 AM

Homemade veggie soup.
Posted By: Mark

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 06/12/09 01:23 AM

Fried shrimp and a salad. MMM MMM good!
Posted By: Santino Brasi

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 06/12/09 01:27 AM

Liver and Onions

YUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUM!
Posted By: pizzaboy

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 06/12/09 02:01 PM

Originally Posted By: Santino Brasi
Liver and Onions

YUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUM!


'Attaboy, Santino!
Posted By: Santino Brasi

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 06/12/09 02:06 PM

It is definitely one of my favorites!
Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 06/12/09 02:49 PM

Having a good old fashioned fry up tonight. Bacon,sausages,eggs,mushrooms,tomatoes,beans,black pudding and chips.

Yum yum!!!
Posted By: Mignon

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 06/12/09 11:01 PM

Lasagna
Posted By: Don Cardi

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 06/13/09 01:51 AM

Originally Posted By: Mignon
Lasagna



If you take those tangle weed guts and put them between layers of Lasagna, is it considered Vegetable Lasagna in Ohio?
Posted By: Mignon

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 06/13/09 02:09 AM

EWW!!!
Posted By: Don Cardi

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 06/13/09 02:16 AM

Do you really eat this stuff? :







Now I'm really afraid to ask how you make your Lasagna!!!!! panic
Posted By: Mignon

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 06/13/09 02:57 AM

That is not tangle guts. This is:
Posted By: Don Cardi

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 06/13/09 03:24 AM

Originally Posted By: Mignon
That is not tangle guts. This is:


Ok.

So I still ask....do you really eat that stuff?
Posted By: Mignon

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 06/13/09 04:04 AM

You bet your bottom dollar. Why? But like I said it's been a couple years since I did.
Posted By: Don Cardi

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 06/13/09 04:44 PM

Ok, enough with this talk about eating weeds from abandoned lots, spaghetti from cans and rabid squirrels from the woods!

Let's get back to talking about and eating "REAL" food. lol wink

I just got a phone call from a very close friend of mine and he and his wife have decided to throw a last minute get together. He told me that he knows how much I love steak so he went out and bought some fresh Porterhouse steaks from the butcher this morning and will be grilling them for our main course tonight!

Good friends, good liquor and a porterhouse steak! How can I refuse? lol

Posted By: Mark

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 06/13/09 06:11 PM

Nothing is better than a grilled steak, baked potato and a crispy fresh salad! Way to get things back on track, DC. clap
Posted By: Don Cardi

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 06/13/09 06:17 PM

Originally Posted By: Mark
Nothing is better than a grilled steak, baked potato and a crispy fresh salad!


Except sitting down to those kinds of meals with Family and Good Friends!
Posted By: Mignon

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 06/13/09 06:23 PM

Originally Posted By: Don Cardi
Ok, enough with this talk about eating weeds from abandoned lots, spaghetti from cans


I agree about the spaghetti from cans.

Originally Posted By: Don Cardi
and rabid squirrels from the woods!

Who in their right mind would do that?
Originally Posted By: Don Cardi
Let's get back to talking about and eating "REAL" food. lol wink


Hillbilly food is real for me. But I am OPEN MINDED enough to try most other foods at least once. wink
Posted By: Mignon

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 06/13/09 06:25 PM

Originally Posted By: Don Cardi
Except sitting down to those kinds of meals with Family and Good Friends!


Better yet Good Friends on a BB Weekend!!
Posted By: Don Cardi

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 06/13/09 06:35 PM

Originally Posted By: Mignon


Hillbilly food is real for me. But I am OPEN MINDED enough to try most other foods at least once. wink



Chill out Miggy, I'm only teasing you! But be honest. What sounds more delicious? Tangled Guts? or Veal Saltimbocca?

wink
Posted By: Mignon

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 06/13/09 07:11 PM

I was teasing you to DC. I can't answer your question cuz I've never had Veal Saltimbocca. But I would like to try it.
Posted By: Mark

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 06/13/09 07:44 PM

Mangiamo buona amici tutti! Salute'!
Posted By: Mignon

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 06/13/09 08:49 PM

English please. smile
Posted By: Mark

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 06/13/09 09:43 PM

Y'all good buddies and kin folk - time fer vittles! wink
Posted By: Mignon

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 06/13/09 09:54 PM

Vittles are good for the soul.
Posted By: SC

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 06/13/09 09:56 PM

Enjoy pizza.
Posted By: SC

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 06/13/09 10:20 PM

Ooops.. forgot the comma. whistle
Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 06/15/09 03:49 PM

Tonight is garlic and chilli coated chicken fillets with potato wedges and salad!
Posted By: Mignon

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 06/15/09 06:30 PM

I'm gonna make open faced sandwiches.
Posted By: pizzaboy

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 06/15/09 11:34 PM

Pasta fazool and a tomato and red onion salad tonight, with nice crusty semolina bread.
Posted By: Mark

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 06/15/09 11:37 PM

Do you dip the bread in the Pasta fazool too?
Posted By: pizzaboy

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 06/15/09 11:57 PM

Originally Posted By: Mark
Do you dip the bread in the Pasta fazool too?


I come from a long line of dippers, "the family's got a lot of dippers."

I will not, however, tolerate dunking. My old man's a dunker. Not just donuts, either. Anything. 80 years old and I swear, the guy'd dunk a tuna sanwich in a cup of friggin coffee just to bust my balls lol.
Posted By: Don Cardi

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 06/16/09 12:58 AM

Originally Posted By: pizzaboy
Originally Posted By: Mark
Do you dip the bread in the Pasta fazool too?


I come from a long line of dippers, "the family's got a lot of dippers."

I will not, however, tolerate dunking. My old man's a dunker. Not just donuts, either. Anything. 80 years old and I swear, the guy'd dunk a tuna sanwich in a cup of friggin coffee just to bust my balls lol.


Then I guess that you never had the Goat Cheese Dipping sauce at the MESA grill!

Wo HOP ONE of the top chinese restaurants in Chinatown used to have a really great sesame garlic dipping sauce for it's dim sim dishes.

Posted By: SC

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 06/16/09 08:36 AM

I Peed in my pants reading that, DC.
Posted By: pizzaboy

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 06/16/09 01:45 PM

Originally Posted By: Don Cardi
Originally Posted By: pizzaboy
Originally Posted By: Mark
Do you dip the bread in the Pasta fazool too?


I come from a long line of dippers, "the family's got a lot of dippers."

I will not, however, tolerate dunking. My old man's a dunker. Not just donuts, either. Anything. 80 years old and I swear, the guy'd dunk a tuna sanwich in a cup of friggin coffee just to bust my balls lol.


Then I guess that you never had the Goat Cheese Dipping sauce at the MESA grill!

Wo HOP ONE of the top chinese restaurants in Chinatown used to have a really great sesame garlic dipping sauce for it's dim sim dishes.



I said I dip, "I come from a long line of dippers." I just don't dunk. Can't you read, or are you making fun of me? tongue lol

I've been to Mesa but I've never had that dish. Sounds good.

Wo Hop is to Chinese food what the old "red sauce" joints are to Italian food. Heavy, greasy and delicious! Great drunken two-in-the-morning food.
Posted By: Mark

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 06/16/09 09:29 PM

Fettucini al fredo with brocolli tonight - gas tomorrow.
Posted By: Signor Vitelli

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 06/16/09 09:46 PM

Hmmm...I think tonight I'll chop up a couple of roma tomatoes, a few cloves of garlic (best sliced with a razor blade!), add some olive oil, a few stray basil leaves that escaped my last batch of pesto, and perhaps, if I'm feeling adventurous, add some green olives or capers.

Served with linguine or angel hair, it should go quite nicely with some hot sausage or a sauteed chicken breast.

This is why I come to the GangsterBB - for the food!

Signor V.
(Using a public computer from my local library - which has finally reopened after a four-year renovation! )
Posted By: pizzaboy

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 06/16/09 10:12 PM

Signor V!!!!

How's your dingus?
Posted By: Signor Vitelli

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 06/16/09 10:25 PM

Originally Posted By: pizzaboy
How's your dingus?


Er...you really shouldn't feed me straight lines like that! whistle

Signor V.
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 06/16/09 10:48 PM

Originally Posted By: Mark
Fettucini al fredo with brocolli tonight - gas tomorrow.


Mark, not you, too!!! You and PB are starting to sound too much alike!!! First the food, now the gas!! What's next??? panic

SV, it's so nice to see you around again!! xxooxx
Posted By: Signor Vitelli

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 06/16/09 11:01 PM

Originally Posted By: Sicilian Babe
SV, it's so nice to see you around again!! xxooxx


Thanks! wink Hopefully, with the help of my public library's computers, I can be back a little bit more often. Still rasslin' with the old ComputerSaurus at home, though.

And now that I've read the other posts, ziti with broccoli and sausage is sounding like a good candidate for dinner tonight, too! (Maybe as a second course... whistle)

Signor V.
Posted By: Mignon

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 06/16/09 11:47 PM

We had homemade pizza.

Good to see ya SV.
Posted By: Don Cardi

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 06/17/09 12:14 AM

Originally Posted By: Mark
Fettucini al fredo with brocolli tonight - gas tomorrow.


Hey, with this talk of having gas after a meal, for a moment there I thought that I was reading a pizzaboy post! lol What are you guys twins seperated at birth or something?





wink
Posted By: Mignon

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 06/17/09 01:59 AM

I must be Mark's long lost Sister. I know how he feel's. whistle
Posted By: Mark

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 06/17/09 11:24 AM

Is there a support group thread?
Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 06/17/09 01:15 PM

Pizza tonight!
Posted By: Mignon

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 06/17/09 01:25 PM

Originally Posted By: Mark
Is there a support group thread?


Yep. It's the guy's thread.
Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 06/17/09 01:31 PM

smile
Posted By: dontomasso

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 06/17/09 07:07 PM

Leftover baked lasagna
Posted By: pizzaboy

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 06/17/09 11:41 PM

Eggplant parm and spaghetti.
Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 06/18/09 10:21 AM

Lamb koftas and salad tonight.

We are going Greek for a change.
Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 06/19/09 09:50 AM

Lasagna tonight!
Posted By: Mark

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 07/06/09 11:37 PM

Five cheese ravioli with prima vera sauce...mmm mmm.
Posted By: pizzaboy

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 07/06/09 11:55 PM

We had a lot of nice tail meat leftover from 4th of July grilled lobsters. So I dumped the shells, made some lobster salad and picked up some of those side loading hot dog rolls from Trader Joe's. And voila, New England lobster rolls, right in the good old Bronx.
Posted By: klydon1

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 07/07/09 03:15 AM

Originally Posted By: pizzaboy
So I dumped the shells, made some lobster salad and picked up some of those side loading hot dog rolls from Trader Joe's.


That was very shellfish of you, pb.

I made chicken parmiagian tonight. I got home early to make it because my son had a game tomight.
Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 07/07/09 02:02 PM

Tonight is prime fillet steaks with roast potatoes,mushrooms,onions and a pepper sauce!
Posted By: Don Cardi

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 07/07/09 10:22 PM

Originally Posted By: pizzaboy
We had a lot of nice tail meat leftover from 4th of July grilled lobsters. So I dumped the shells, made some lobster salad and picked up some of those side loading hot dog rolls from Trader Joe's. And voila, New England lobster rolls, right in the good old Bronx.



confused

I thought that you went out to the Hamptons for the 4th?
Posted By: pizzaboy

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 07/07/09 10:30 PM

Originally Posted By: Don Cardi
Originally Posted By: pizzaboy
We had a lot of nice tail meat leftover from 4th of July grilled lobsters. So I dumped the shells, made some lobster salad and picked up some of those side loading hot dog rolls from Trader Joe's. And voila, New England lobster rolls, right in the good old Bronx.



confused

I thought that you went out to the Hamptons for the 4th?


I did. We had a lot of food left over, which I posted. What, when I spend over $1,500 on food for a barbecue, I can't take some home? confused

Geez DC, if you wanna insult my character for posting about my lifestyle, just do it. Don't beat around the bush.

Posted By: Don Cardi

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 07/07/09 11:19 PM

Originally Posted By: pizzaboy
Originally Posted By: Don Cardi
Originally Posted By: pizzaboy
We had a lot of nice tail meat leftover from 4th of July grilled lobsters. So I dumped the shells, made some lobster salad and picked up some of those side loading hot dog rolls from Trader Joe's. And voila, New England lobster rolls, right in the good old Bronx.



confused

I thought that you went out to the Hamptons for the 4th?


I did. We had a lot of food left over, which I posted. What, when I spend over $1,500 on food for a barbecue, I can't take some home? confused

Geez DC, if you wanna insult my character for posting about my lifestyle, just do it. Don't beat around the bush.



Hey, what is it that time of the month for you? WTF is your problem? confused

No one was looking to insult your character for posting about your lifestyle. I just thought that maybe something happened and you never made it out to the Hamptons!

You originally posted that you were going to the Hamptons and then said that you made lobster salad in the Bronx from leftover lobsters from July 4th. Excuse me for wondering if something may have happened that prevented you from going.


Jeeez! ohwell
Posted By: Mignon

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 07/07/09 11:25 PM

Originally Posted By: Don Cardi
Jeeez! ohwell

You forgot the word "Louise" wink
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 07/08/09 01:04 AM

Originally Posted By: pizzaboy
We had a lot of food left over, which I posted. What, when I spend over $1,500 on food for a barbecue, I can't take some home? confused


Hey, if you spend $1500on food when you're invited for a barbecue, what are you doing this weekend?? I'll light the coals!!!! lol
Posted By: pizzaboy

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 07/08/09 01:22 PM

Don't get me started, Babe. Don't ask me how, at 50 years old, I got talked into a summer rental with a bunch of other people, but I did.

There's my family, my brother and his family, and one of my cousins. To top it all off, we invited about 40 people out for the 4th and had a bunch of stuff leftover. But none of us could stay this week, so we split it all up.

As far as food costs, when you're stupid enough to get roped into sharing a rental at 50 years old, you're also stupid enough to actually shop in the Hamptons instead of Costco lol.
Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 07/08/09 02:23 PM

I always end up spending more on booze than food when we barbecue!
Posted By: Beth E

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 07/08/09 02:42 PM

I'm coming to Yogi's next cookout. smile
Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 07/08/09 02:50 PM

Sure thing Beth.

48 cans of beer.
4 bottles of wine.
1 bottle of vodka.
1 bottle of Jack Daniels.

1 packet of sausages.

Thats all we will need. Oh don't forget to bring some drink with you and some food ,though i'm sure we will have enough in already to go round tongue
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 07/08/09 03:22 PM

No olives for the martinis?? I guess I'll have to bring those.
Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 07/08/09 03:34 PM

Yes indeed. Don't leave them laying around though. I like olives and may get the munchies whilst charring the sausages and draining cans of ale lol
Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 07/21/09 03:33 PM

Fish and chips tonight!
Posted By: Signor Vitelli

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 07/21/09 07:04 PM

Originally Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas
Fish and chips tonight!


Smothered in malt vinegar and wrapped in newspaper?

(Actually, I thought I heard that it's not served that way any more in the UK... confused )

Signor V.
Posted By: Mignon

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 07/21/09 07:17 PM

Nathan's hotdogs and french fries. And chow-chow.
Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 07/23/09 01:58 PM

Originally Posted By: Signor Vitelli
Originally Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas
Fish and chips tonight!


Smothered in malt vinegar and wrapped in newspaper?

(Actually, I thought I heard that it's not served that way any more in the UK... confused )

Signor V.


No,SV,you can still get them in newspaper,but some places now sell them in those awful polystyrene cartons....

Awful ohwell
Posted By: Mignon

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 07/23/09 08:01 PM

Grilled pork chops w/mash taters,green beans,corn and cut up cukes.
Posted By: ronnierocketAGO

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 07/24/09 12:09 AM

Cereal
Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 07/26/09 04:12 PM

Chicken dinner in about 15 minutes.

Yum yum cool
Posted By: Mark

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 07/30/09 12:44 AM

Subway sandwiches tonight smile...talked my better half out of Quizno's (Yuck!)
Posted By: Beth E

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 07/30/09 01:11 AM

I'm with you on Quizno's. I stayed in New Jersey a couple years ago. It was rainy so didn't want to venture to far to find a place to eat and they had a Quizno's across from my hotel. That was the worst sandwich I've had in my life.
Posted By: Mignon

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 07/30/09 01:32 PM

The preacher at the church I go to at my inlaws house him and his wife go to Quizno's after church every Sunday afternoon and they love it. I've never had a Quizno's sub.
Posted By: pizzaboy

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 07/30/09 10:59 PM

Originally Posted By: Beth E
I'm with you on Quizno's.

That was the worst sandwich I've had in my life.


If you ever find yourself in Florida, Bethee, try Miami Subs. Or better yet, don't try Miami Subs. They easily outpoint Quizno's on the puke-a-bility scale.
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 08/01/09 01:36 AM

Anyone ever eat at Fire + Ice?? It's a buffet of raw seafood, meats and vegetables, which you mix together any way you like. Then they have an enormous grill where they cook up your selection. You can make as many trips to the buffet as you like. Everything was very good, and they also have a salad bar.

Fire + Ice Menu
Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 08/01/09 11:28 AM

Last night we had a slow cooked gammon joint with lots of veg.

Deeeeeelicious grin
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 08/01/09 07:14 PM

What the heck is a gammon????
Posted By: SC

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 08/01/09 07:49 PM

Originally Posted By: Sicilian Babe
What the heck is a gammon????


It's a hunk of meat that grows on the side opposite the chest. Thus the term, "backgammon". whistle

FWIW - I had a henway last night.
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 08/01/09 07:56 PM

SC, you are SO funny. What would I do without you??
Posted By: Beth E

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 08/01/09 08:15 PM

SB, I'm making your rib recipe tonight. Along with home made macaroni salad.
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 08/01/09 08:40 PM

Are you?? I love ribs. I wanted to make them tonight, but my daughter's boyfriend is eating with us and he doesn't eat pork. Actually, I think we're corrupting him. He had pork fried rice and crab rangoon the other night. I told him that the whirring sound he heard was his grandfather spinning in his grave.

What's your recipe for macaroni salad? I made some last week like the recipe in the salad thread, but I kept some separate and didn't add the crumbled bacon.
Posted By: Beth E

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 08/01/09 09:03 PM

My ribs are half way done. I took the foil off and just enjoying the aroma.

There's no specific recipe or measurement that I use in my mac salad.

Boil 1 box of elbows macaroni. Cut up 2 or 3 celery stalks and carrots; 2 radishes chopped up fine; 1 1/2 tubs of small sour cream, touch of vingegar, celery seeds and sugar to taste.
Posted By: Mark

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 08/01/09 09:54 PM

Tonight is homemade gravy with meatballs and sausage served with penne pasta and my "knock off" Olive Garden salad - Food Network magazine printed O.G.'s breadstick and salad recipes. I gotta admit, they are good! smile
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 08/01/09 11:23 PM

I never tried radishes. Sounds good, Beth. I also use mayo instead of sour cream, but in my potato salad, I use both mayo and sour cream.

Mark, if you could post those recipes. I love breadsticks.
Posted By: Mark

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 08/02/09 12:20 PM

Babe - recipes are way too long for a "y - yo" like me to type out. I will scan the copy and post. Be patient though, I am busy this weekend watching my White Sox whoop up on your Yankees. wink
Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 08/03/09 02:19 PM

Originally Posted By: Sicilian Babe
What the heck is a gammon????


You must have gammon in the US do you not SB?

It is from pigs,just like bacon but longer cured and more salty. It is very nice.

Just like a ham joint i guess?
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 08/03/09 07:31 PM

I don't believe we do have gammon, Yogi. Or, if we do, it's called something else.
Posted By: pizzaboy

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 08/03/09 07:59 PM

Originally Posted By: Sicilian Babe
I don't believe we do have gammon, Yogi. Or, if we do, it's called something else.


Fat back, Babe.
Posted By: SC

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 08/03/09 08:17 PM

I was curious about this and Googled it.... it's the hind leg of the pig which can be cut into "steaks". See the link below:


GAMMON - Click Here
Posted By: Signor Vitelli

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 08/04/09 07:35 PM

Originally Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas
Just like a ham joint i guess?


So that's what they mean by "smoked" ham! whistle

Signor V.
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 08/05/09 02:19 PM

Last night I grilled some pork chops that I had marinated in a homemade marinade of soy sauce, sherry, water, garlic powder and ketchup. I made spinach and macaroni and cheese to go with it. Three of us devoured five pork chops in record time.
Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 08/05/09 03:05 PM

Last night for my birthday dinner i found myself in a posh hotel overlooking the golf course eating some swanky grub. Ox Venison for starters. Prime steak with green beans and chips for main and cheesecake and cheeseboard to finish. All washed down with several glasses of champers and pints of ale!

Very, very nice cool
Posted By: Mignon

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 08/05/09 03:08 PM

Cheeseboard?? Is that the same as a cheese tray?
Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 08/05/09 03:21 PM

I think so Mig. Lots of different cheeses with various biscuits and crackers and some fruit and pickles to go along side?
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 08/05/09 05:06 PM

I love a nice cheeseboard after a good dinner. Did you have some Stilton, Yogi?
Posted By: pizzaboy

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 08/05/09 09:37 PM

I haven't tried the Kentucky "Grilled" Chicken yet. That's what we're having tonight. It's too hot to cook.
Posted By: Mignon

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 08/05/09 10:21 PM

Let me know if you liked it or not PB, I've never had it either.
Posted By: MaryCas

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 08/06/09 01:24 AM

Tonights dinner was take out from Henri's Hotts; a roadside restaurant that specializes in ribs - $18 SLAB. Well, that would feed 6. I got a half slab and Mac and Cheese....$12. The coool thing was Henri had a James Brown doll that "sang". I listened to "Papa's Got A Brand New Bag" while waiting for my ribs.
Posted By: SC

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 08/06/09 02:02 AM

Originally Posted By: MaryCas
Tonights dinner was take out from Henri's Hotts; a roadside restaurant that specializes in ribs - $18 SLAB. Well, that would feed 6.


What kind of ribs? (Baby-backs?)

My mouth is watering just thinking about that.
Posted By: pizzaboy

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 08/06/09 01:31 PM

Originally Posted By: Mignon
Let me know if you liked it or not PB, I've never had it either.


It was great, Miggie. Original recipe is still my favorite, but it's nice knowing there's the grilled option for when I'm trying to eat a little lighter. I even managed to stay away from the mashed poratoes and gravy last night (a real weakness of mine). I went with a nice side Caesar Salad and seasoned rice and baked beans, which I mixed together, rice 'n beans style (sorry, Babe tongue lol).
Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 08/06/09 05:34 PM

Originally Posted By: Sicilian Babe
I love a nice cheeseboard after a good dinner. Did you have some Stilton, Yogi?


Certainly did Babe,certainly did cool
Posted By: MaryCas

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 08/07/09 12:55 AM

Originally Posted By: SC
Originally Posted By: MaryCas
Tonights dinner was take out from Henri's Hotts; a roadside restaurant that specializes in ribs - $18 SLAB. Well, that would feed 6.


What kind of ribs? (Baby-backs?)

My mouth is watering just thinking about that.


That's what I asked for when I went in. They laughed. These were the full size pork ribs and they were GOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOD. [sound of watering mouth]
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 08/07/09 01:13 AM

I love a full slab of ribs. They're soooo good. MC, when you lived in NY, did you ever go to Bailey's Smokehouse in Blauvelt? They serve something called the Tablebuster, which is a slab of ribs, barbecued chicken, a brisket, chorizo, pulled pork and chicken, plus a choice of sides. They should call it the Bellybuster!
Posted By: SC

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 08/07/09 02:48 AM

I used to love Tony Roma's for ribs (the babybacks). I hate to admit it but I'd go with a date and they'd sit us at one of those small tables for two people... when I was done ordering THREE slabs for myself ( eek ) there was no room left on the table for my date's order. lol
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 08/07/09 02:52 AM

Tony Roma's?? Wow, have NOT heard that name for a long time. Three?? No, really?
Posted By: Mignon

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 08/08/09 03:53 AM

A new pizza joint opened up this week called Pizza Joes. It was pretty good.
Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 08/08/09 12:29 PM

Last night was chicken with savoury rice and salad.

Tonight is steaks with pesto,roast potatoes and green beans!
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 08/15/09 01:28 AM

Went to this place for dinner tonight. Started with some sushi and cold noodles with sesame sauce. For our entrees, we had Pork Lo Mein, Pork Fried Rice and Prawns in Grand Marnier Sauce. The food was incredible.

http://www.jadevillage.com/
Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 08/15/09 10:22 AM

My mother went to this place with my cousin the other day and she is going to take us for a treat. She says it was very nice.

www.thebluelion.co.uk
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 08/15/09 06:02 PM

Looks delightful, Yogi. May I join you?
Posted By: klydon1

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 08/17/09 11:41 PM

Yeah, Yogi. squueze another chair at the table for me.
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 08/18/09 01:18 AM

Originally Posted By: klydon1
Yeah, Yogi. squueze another chair at the table for me.


Sorry, Pennsylvania boy. I got here first.
Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 08/18/09 02:21 PM

No need to fight folks eek tongue

Babe,you and Klyd would always be welcome at any table of mine!
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 08/18/09 02:55 PM

Sorry, sorry, I got selfish there for a moment. I'm am sitting in a dark corner hanging my head in shame as we speak.
Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 08/18/09 03:41 PM

Aw there is no need for that now.

Come out of that corner and lift your chin up now!!

smile
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 08/18/09 03:55 PM

YAY!! I am free at last!

Tonight I am having my favorite dinner. Steak, macaroni and cheese, and fresh spinach cooked with garlic and olive oil. YUM!!
Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 08/18/09 04:04 PM

Yum yum indeed Babe.


We are having a mushroom omelette with chips!
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 08/18/09 04:42 PM

I do love a nice omelette. Throw a little cheese in there, too, Yogi.
Posted By: klydon1

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 08/18/09 10:50 PM

Originally Posted By: Sicilian Babe
Originally Posted By: klydon1
Yeah, Yogi. squueze another chair at the table for me.


Sorry, Pennsylvania boy. I got here first.


lol

Then save me a morsel or 2.
Posted By: Mignon

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 08/18/09 11:04 PM

Originally Posted By: Sicilian Babe
I do love a nice omelette. Throw a little cheese in there, too, Yogi.


Don't forget the ham,onions,peppers.
Posted By: pizzaboy

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 08/18/09 11:53 PM

Tonight we had a nice ciambotto. Okay, I'll explain for those unfortunates who aren't Italian.

It's a summer vegetable stew. Fresh zucchini, eggplants, red peppers, onions, garlic, basil and whatever else is in your garden, simmered in a flat pan in a light tomato sauce. Then we make little indentations in the veggies and crack eggs in between the little mounds. Cover and "poach" the eggs right in the sauce. But make sure you don't overcook. You want the yoke nice and runny. Serve with lots of grated cheese and fresh, crusty Italian bread.
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 08/19/09 01:00 AM

I'll have to ask my mom about this, PB. I've never heard of it.
Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 08/19/09 08:45 AM

Originally Posted By: Mignon
Originally Posted By: Sicilian Babe
I do love a nice omelette. Throw a little cheese in there, too, Yogi.


Don't forget the ham,onions,peppers.


We had it with cheese and mushrooms and a few rashers of bacon alongside it. Served with lovely home made chips(fries) and beans.

Fruit salad for pud!!

Deeeelishus cool
Posted By: dontommasino

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 08/19/09 05:27 PM

Tonight we are going to The Keg, which is a good Canadian steakhouse, for my brothers' birthday. They have good steak and it is always nice when I can enjoy one.
Posted By: dontommasino

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 08/20/09 01:58 AM

Dinner:

* Steak...It was okay, it was a little more bloody than I like usually.
* Garlic Mashed Potatoes
* Caesar Salad
* Freshly Baked Bread
* Birthday Cake

Not a bad dinner if I may say so. I've probably had better experiences at this restaurant before though.
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 08/20/09 02:31 PM

I've eaten at a steakhouse called The Keg. I think it was in our hotel in Niagara Falls. It was very good, if I remember correctly. Did you eat in Niagara Falls, or is it a chain?
Posted By: dontommasino

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 08/20/09 02:57 PM

It is a cross-Canada chain (except in Prince Edward Island) and they even have a few American locations, but not in New York State.
Posted By: Mignon

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 08/20/09 08:10 PM

I made scalloped potatoes W/ham.
Posted By: dontommasino

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 08/21/09 02:01 AM

*Chicken Shish Kabob
*Roasted Potatoes
*Rice
*Iced Tea

The restaurant was out of shawarma.
Posted By: Mignon

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 08/21/09 08:50 PM

Taco Bell.
Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 08/22/09 10:22 AM

Chicken stir fry last night!
Posted By: Mignon

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 08/23/09 01:40 AM

We grilled out hamburgers tonight. We won't be using the grill much longer with Summer winding down.
Posted By: dontommasino

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 08/23/09 04:20 PM

* Chicken Parmesan
* Pasta in Tomato Sauce
* Cesar Salad

Posted By: pizzaboy

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 08/24/09 03:18 PM

Originally Posted By: Mignon
We won't be using the grill much longer with Summer winding down.


I use the grill in February, Miggie!

The neighbors think I'm psychotic. Or course, they're not too far off lol.
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 08/24/09 04:44 PM

Same here, PB. We grill all year long. How else can you cook a steak in February?? Of course it helps that we have the grill hooked up to the gas line.
Posted By: pizzaboy

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 08/24/09 05:12 PM

Originally Posted By: Sicilian Babe
Of course it helps that we have the grill hooked up to the gas line.


Yup, same here.
Posted By: Mignon

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 08/24/09 06:13 PM

natural gas line? I never heard of that. Is that easy/hard to do?
Posted By: Don Cardi

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 08/24/09 07:28 PM

Originally Posted By: pizzaboy
Originally Posted By: Mignon
We won't be using the grill much longer with Summer winding down.


I use the grill in February, Miggie!



Same here. As a matter of fact, when it snows, I even dig a path from the sliding doors on my back deck, down the stairs into my yard, up to the grill and over to the hot tub.! lol

I BBQ all year round.
Posted By: Mignon

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 08/24/09 08:12 PM

Originally Posted By: Don Cardi
I even dig a path from the sliding doors on my back deck, down the stairs into my yard, up to the grill and over to the hot tub.! lol



All that reminds me of the Christmas song- Over the river and through the woods...
Posted By: klydon1

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 08/25/09 06:08 PM

Count me among the year round grillers. I keep the grill on the deck, so it's convenient. Just about our whole neighborhood uses their grills year long. The biggest impediment is not the snow or cold weather, but the early dusks.
Posted By: Don Cardi

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 08/25/09 08:21 PM

Originally Posted By: klydon1
The biggest impediment is not the snow or cold weather, but the early dusks.



Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 08/26/09 02:35 PM

The only impediment to all round outdoor grilling in the UK is the 365 days of rain we get a year lol lol lol
Posted By: dontommasino

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 08/26/09 09:53 PM

We will BBQ in Canada in the winter provided that the snowfall isn't too high. Living in Toronto, we do get slightly less snow than other surrounding areas (Niagara, London) so we are fortunate.
Posted By: Mark

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 08/26/09 10:28 PM

"Grillin' in the rain just grillin' in the rain! What a glorious feeling I'm hungry again..." clap
Posted By: Mignon

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 08/27/09 03:20 AM

Originally Posted By: Mark
"Grillin' in the rain just grillin' in the rain! What a glorious feeling I'm hungry again..." clap

-OR-

I'm grillin' in the snow just grillin' in the snow I'm freezing my ass off just grillin'in the snow.
Posted By: Mark

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 08/27/09 11:43 AM

lol
Posted By: klydon1

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 08/27/09 03:02 PM

lol

when I bought my grill a couple years ago, I gave my old one to a good friend. Whenever I see it when I'm at his house, I sing in my best Rick Okasec voice, " It's my best friend's grill...Well, it's my best friend's gri-i-ill...And it used to be mine."
Posted By: Mignon

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 08/27/09 07:01 PM

clap
Posted By: Mark

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 08/27/09 08:07 PM

Like Eddie Money sang;

"She was grillin', oh oh oh oh oh.
Flippin' those burgers, oh oh oh oh oh.
She was fryin' steaks and chops
all around the block, that girl was grillin!
Oh oh oh oh oh...
Sh-sh-sh-sh-sh-she was Grillin'..."
Posted By: Mignon

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 08/27/09 10:18 PM

Well east coast girls are hip
I really dig those grills they use
And the southern girls with the way they grill
The smell knocks me out when I'm down there

The mid-west farmers daughters really
make the steaks just right
And the northern girls with the way they flip the burgers
They keep their propane tanks warm at night

Posted By: SC

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 08/27/09 10:32 PM

Originally Posted By: Mignon
And the southern girls with the way they grill
The smell knocks me out when I'm down there


They don't bathe, huh?
Posted By: Mignon

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 08/28/09 01:55 AM

Oh no they do every Saturday night in a big wash tub.
Posted By: Mark

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 08/28/09 12:32 PM

Whether they need it or not!
Posted By: Don Cardi

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 08/28/09 06:16 PM

lol lol lol
Posted By: dontommasino

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 09/09/09 01:59 AM

Dinner tonight was Steak and Rice.

Incidentally, you can get some very good steak at Costco. I don't know if Costco gets the same beef in the States b/c of mad cow and all that, but if it is the same then I'd recommend it highly.
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 09/09/09 02:04 AM

You're absolutely right. Costco sells excellent quality meat.

I love their bakery, too. They make the best cheesecake and the best chocolate cake I've ever tasted. And don't even get me started on their muffins!!!
Posted By: dontomasso

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 09/15/09 03:41 PM

Tonight will be shrimp, black beans and rice and salad
Posted By: SC

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 09/15/09 03:44 PM

Geez, one birthday and you start eating like an old man.
Posted By: pizzaboy

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 09/15/09 05:28 PM

Originally Posted By: dontomasso
Tonight will be shrimp, black beans and rice and salad


A true South Florida dinner. Nice.
Posted By: olla86

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 09/21/09 11:23 AM

Chicken and potatoes are for my family today!
Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 09/21/09 03:31 PM

Sounds nice Olla smile

Welcome to the BB by the way.

Lasagne for me tonight cool
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 09/21/09 04:28 PM

Yum. I could go for some! What time can I come by, Yogi??

Trying to lose weight AGAIN. Hoping to make it stick this time. While my family pigs out, I will probably be eating some salad and a Lean Cuisine!
Posted By: pizzaboy

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 09/21/09 11:11 PM

Fried chicken, creamed spinach and mashed potatoes from DeCicco's Market tonight.
Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 09/22/09 02:35 PM

Originally Posted By: Sicilian Babe
Yum. I could go for some! What time can I come by, Yogi??

Trying to lose weight AGAIN. Hoping to make it stick this time. While my family pigs out, I will probably be eating some salad and a Lean Cuisine!


Babe you are always welcome in my castle,you know that smile

Cab fare home would be a bummer though wink
Posted By: klydon1

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 09/22/09 02:57 PM

Originally Posted By: pizzaboy
Fried chicken, creamed spinach and mashed potatoes from DeCicco's Market tonight.


We too had chicken (grilled though) and mashed potatoes last night. We had green beans instead of spinach.

As I always do,I went to a friend's house for the first half of Monday night football. It's a bunch of guys standing around in a garage drinking beer. But once a year my friend makes racks of three styles of barbecued ribs, and last night was the night.
Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 09/22/09 03:11 PM

I keep my beer in my garage but there is so much junk in there with it there is no room to stand in there drinking it!

Sounds like you had a good night Klyd?
Posted By: Signor Vitelli

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 09/22/09 07:55 PM

Originally Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas
I keep my beer in my garage...


I find it impossible to "keep beer" for any length of time! It just seems to jump into my nearest available hand and then it's history! lol

Signor V.
Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 09/23/09 02:20 PM

Thats the spirit SV.

Treat it with the contempt it deserves grin
Posted By: J Geoff

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/15/09 06:28 PM


Well, it was last night's lunch/dinner, but I cooked for the first time in my new kitchen. Wow, I need more counter space. whistle

Anyway, I did a version of Olive Garden's awesome Zuppa Toscana, which is a sausage and potato soup I've been meaning to try making forever. One of my favorites!

I followed this recipe as a guide but substituted canned chicken broth for the bouillon/water, escarole for the kale (the grocery store was out), and red-skinned potatoes for Russets since they didn't have those, either. The latter wasn't a good substitute as they mostly fell apart and disintegrated; maybe they needed to cook less, though. I also added some shallots to the onions and garlic.

Other than that, it came out pretty darn good and next time it'll be even better as I adjust. cool
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/15/09 08:00 PM

Geoff, that looks like a pretty decent soup. I would have substituted the escarole for kale, too. What's kale got to do with Tuscany??

Curious, but how did you prepare the potatoes? Did you cube them? How long did you cook them?

When I make New England Clam Chowder, I use red-skinned potatoes all the time, but have never had the problem you described. I peel and cube them and then cook them in clam broth, but only until they're soft. This recipe doesn't say anything about peeling or cubing, so I think I would try that next time if I were you.

Considering that it's freaking SNOWING here right now, it sounds like soup would be a good thing to have tonight!
Posted By: pizzaboy

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/15/09 08:09 PM

Snow, ugh!

And I was just up that way over the weekend. We stopped for Chinese food on Route 59. The name of the place escapes me right now; Fortune something or other? It was pretty good.
Posted By: SC

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/15/09 08:12 PM

Originally Posted By: Sicilian Babe
Considering that it's freaking SNOWING here right now, it sounds like soup would be a good thing to have tonight!


Anything sticking?
Posted By: J Geoff

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/15/09 08:13 PM


It's probably just my fault because the recipe said to cook the potatoes "about half an hour" and that's what I did. I should've checked sooner. But I did what they said: I sliced them. Course I wasn't sure how thick the slices were supposed to be so I made them fairly thick, about half inch, with the skin still on (how can you remove the beautiful red skin? tongue wink )

The recipe was pretty vague on a number of things:

"1 large onion" -- How large? They couldn't say 2 cups of diced onions or something?

"4 TBSP bacon pieces" -- What's that mean? How many strips of bacon is that? Pre-packaged crumbled bacon? I could've used packaged crumbled bacon but I used 4 slices then chopped it. Can't have too much bacon. wink

"2 tsp garlic puree" -- Again, they're making me guess. I pureed about 6 cloves and it was close enough.

Olive Garden serves it with kale, probably because it stays crunchy longer. Either one works, though.
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/15/09 08:19 PM

Originally Posted By: SC
Originally Posted By: Sicilian Babe
Considering that it's freaking SNOWING here right now, it sounds like soup would be a good thing to have tonight!


Anything sticking?


Just my ass to the couch!! tongue
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/15/09 08:19 PM

I never use as much onion as recommended in a recipe. And SLICE the potatoes? No wonder they fell apart. Cube them next time, and after they're cooking about 15 minutes, pierce them with a knife or fork to see if they're soft.

Too much bacon? Damn right, there is no such thing!!! I'm with you on that one! But 6 CLOVES of garlic? Oh, my. That's a lot. I don't think I could eat that. I would have been happy with two, I think.
Posted By: J Geoff

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/15/09 08:25 PM

Originally Posted By: Sicilian Babe
But 6 CLOVES of garlic? Oh, my. That's a lot. I don't think I could eat that. I would have been happy with two, I think.


WHAT?? You call yourself Italian?? eek tongue wink

6 cloves came out to about 2-3 tsp pureed. Garlic taste wasn't even pronounced. It was just enough (or not enough, perhaps, for my taste wink )
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/15/09 08:31 PM

Really? I don't think I've ever put that much garlic in anything, even my scampi. But perhaps it's balanced out with the cream and sausage??

If you like New England Clam Chowder, I have a really easy recipe using canned clams. It's pretty good, if I do say so myself.
Posted By: J Geoff

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/15/09 08:34 PM


I LOVE New England chowdah cool
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/15/09 09:34 PM

I'll have to get it for you. I'm too lazy to get up right now, but it's easy and delicious. I'm also bad about exact amounts, so if you need to follow recipes to the letter, I'm the worst person to take advice from.
Posted By: J Geoff

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/15/09 09:38 PM


I never follow recipes exactly, I always put my own spin on them. I just need the basics to get started. Thanks, Babe. smile
Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/16/09 09:59 AM

My wife made a Hunters Soup last night. Very nice it was as well. Thick of vegetables with smokey bacon and spaghetti in it,served with home made crusty,fresh bread.

Yum yum!
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/16/09 10:52 AM

Sounds perfect, Yogi. I made pork last night. I lined a baking pan with some pork chops, sprinkled them with slices of onion, and then covered them with a mixture of sherry, brown sugar, soy sauce and corn starch. Then I covered the pan with in foil and baked them in a low oven.
Posted By: klydon1

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/16/09 03:47 PM

Originally Posted By: Sicilian Babe
Sounds perfect, Yogi. I made pork last night.


That's why the Phillies won! The power of pork! Last year I would always make something with pork on game days for luck, but forgot last night because my daughter wanted tacos.

Thanks for covering up my error, Babe.
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/16/09 05:29 PM

My pleasure, Klyd. Don't expect any if they end up facing the Yankees in the World Series.
Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/17/09 12:03 PM

Chinese take out last night.

Cantonese chicken with sweet and sour sauce!

Nice!
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/18/09 12:16 AM

We went to Chili's last night for their 2/$20 special. You share an appetizer and dessert, but each get your own entree, and all for $20! We started with their friend onion strings and jalapenos. Then I had their Quesadilla Explosion Salad for my entree and Mr. Babe had country fried steak. For dessert, we shared chocolate molten cake. It was all really, really good, especially for $20!! That price tag may have helped make it more delicious! lol
Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/19/09 02:48 PM

Exploding salads??

Molten cakes??

Sounds awesome Babe smile
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/19/09 02:53 PM

It WAS. This whole weekend was cold and miserable, so last night I made chicken soup with meat stuffed raviolettes. Yum.
Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/19/09 03:16 PM

Yum indeed. Getting very close to the old soup weather is it not?
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/19/09 03:24 PM

I know! And I'm honestly not a big soup fan, but you kind of have to when the weather sucks.
Posted By: klydon1

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/19/09 04:04 PM

Originally Posted By: Sicilian Babe
It WAS. This whole weekend was cold and miserable, so last night I made chicken soup with meat stuffed raviolettes. Yum.


My wife made Italian wedding soup, which was fantastic.
Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/20/09 02:21 PM

Chicken curry tonight. Nice and hot and spicy in order to warm the cockles tongue
Posted By: pizzaboy

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/21/09 12:17 AM

Calves liver, bacon and onions tonight, with mashed potatoes and creamed corn.
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/21/09 12:41 AM

I do love a nice liver and bacon dinner. We had some broiled cheese and parsley luganiga sausage with fresh fettucini and a nice salad.
Posted By: SC

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/21/09 12:55 AM

Why don't you two get a room somewhere?
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/21/09 01:21 AM

Originally Posted By: SC
Why don't you two get a room somewhere?


Would it have a kitchen??
Posted By: pizzaboy

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/21/09 02:02 PM

Originally Posted By: Sicilian Babe
We had some broiled cheese and parsley luganiga sausage with fresh fettucini and a nice salad.


Now you got me thinking of Mike's Deli in the market. Two hours, TOPS, before I jump in the car and head on over.





Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/23/09 02:41 PM

Does MIKE'S DELI deliver?

To the UK?

grin
Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 11/01/09 09:38 PM

Chicken and rice.

Nice and quick!
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 11/02/09 12:06 AM

My husband and I made gnocchi with gorgonzola sauce. We're thinking of doing a pasta station (don't ask) on Thanksgiving, and this was to try out the recipe.
Posted By: Mignon

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 11/02/09 01:21 AM

Do you have any left over you could possibly send to me?
Posted By: klydon1

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 11/03/09 03:50 PM

Last night we had stuffed peppers with mashed red-skinned potatoes w/ garlic, plus my older son made a bacon pizza that was very good.
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 11/03/09 08:30 PM

So, was the bacon the good luck pork???
Posted By: klydon1

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 11/04/09 04:01 PM

Originally Posted By: Sicilian Babe
So, was the bacon the good luck pork???


You got it. Without the bacon the Yankees would have been opening champagne bottles Monday night. smile
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 11/04/09 04:09 PM

Damn you and Oscar Mayer (shaking fist in air)!!!
Posted By: klydon1

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 11/04/09 04:22 PM

Originally Posted By: Sicilian Babe
Damn you and Oscar Mayer (shaking fist in air)!!!


If it were up to me, locker room celebrations would involve pouring pots of pork and sauerkraut on each other.
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 11/04/09 04:57 PM

OK, first you are secretly stuffing bacon in the chicken, and now you want to roll around in pork and sauerkraut. You are one kinky dude, Klyd. I think I'm loving it.
Posted By: Mignon

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 11/12/09 09:13 AM

We went to Applebee's so the Col could get his free Veterans day meal. And there was alot of Vets there.
Posted By: Mark

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 11/21/09 10:55 PM

Tonight - Oven roasted chicken breasts, chicken & dumpling soup, rice and corn. A real down home midwestern Illinois autumn meal! I'm cooking for my beautiful wife who has been stuck at work all day painting a clients house. I sure hope she is "grateful" - if you know what I mean... grin After all, according to "Goodfellas", Saturday night is for the wives!
Posted By: Mignon

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 11/21/09 11:37 PM

I love chicken & dumplings. I'll be right over Billy lol
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 11/21/09 11:41 PM

Chinese tonight!
Posted By: XDCX

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 11/22/09 12:03 AM

I think I'll be having a grilled cheese or two tonight. Quick and simple!
Posted By: Mark

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 11/22/09 12:19 AM

D'oh!
Posted By: Mignon

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 11/22/09 12:36 AM

Originally Posted By: XDCX
I think I'll be having a grilled cheese or two tonight. Quick and simple!


Add a piece of ham to the cheese. It's better that way.
Posted By: Mignon

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 11/22/09 12:38 AM

Originally Posted By: Mark
FRIDAYS are for the girlfriends, Mig!


Oh!! Friday it is.
Posted By: Mark

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 11/23/09 09:52 PM

blush
Posted By: Mark

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 11/25/09 10:14 PM

Our family tradition on the Wednesday night before Thanksgiving is "Family Pizza Night". We buy all the ingredients and everybody makes their own pizza the way they like from scratch! It's great and we have a blast doing it!
Posted By: Don Cardi

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 11/26/09 12:55 AM

Do you have your mozzarella brought in from Brooklyn or Da Bronx? lol wink
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 11/26/09 02:00 AM

We do something similar, except that we call the local pizzeria and have a couple of pies delivered.
Posted By: Mark

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 11/26/09 02:31 PM

Sorry, DC. We get Chicago "moozadell" in my neck of the woods! However, anytime you wanna bring out some NY cheese this way we will enjoy some good "NY pizzer!" BTW, even though I was born & raised in the Chicago area - I prefer the NY thin crust style over the Chicago 45 lb. thick crust over cheesed cinder block pizza! SSHHH - don't tell anybody! I'll lose my Bears fan membership! SB, I think we are going to start that next year - ordering out Pizza! It can get quite messy making 8 - 12 pies from scratch! Also, I'm the only member of the cleanup crew! Happy Thanksgiving to all!
Posted By: Don Cardi

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 11/26/09 04:37 PM

Don't let Don Sicilia hear you say that about Chicago pizza! lol

I'd love to get out to Chicago again. Definitley one of my favorite cities.


One of these days.
Posted By: Mark

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 11/26/09 06:00 PM

Let me know and we can definitely grab some pizza! I'm not sayin' I don't like Chicago Pizza - it is good! But given a choice, NY style hands down!
Posted By: J Geoff

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 11/27/09 06:41 AM


Pfft with the NY pies... NJ pizzerias still make the better pies! tongue wink

And Chicago??? Is that where Ellio's is based? tongue grin
Posted By: SC

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 11/27/09 02:32 PM

Originally Posted By: J Geoff
Pfft with the NY pies... NJ pizzerias still make the better pies!


Would you let this face judge your pizza?
Posted By: Mark

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 11/27/09 02:43 PM

lol lol panic
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 11/27/09 07:17 PM

Our local pizzeria has the best deal - two large pies, a large salad a 2 liter bottle of soda, delivered, $21.95. They call it "The Family Feast". It's not my favorite local place, but it's pretty good. The price might make it taste a little better.
Posted By: Don Cardi

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 11/27/09 10:46 PM

One of the local places by me, which has very good pizza and excellent food overall, has a special called "The Original."

1 Large Pie
1 Sicilian Pie
2 orders of Garlic Knots
& a 2 Liter Soda

$26.95

Tonight's dinner : Left over turkey, stuffing, stuffed mushrooms, sauteed mushroom stems/pieces & candied sweet potato pie.
Posted By: Mark

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 11/27/09 11:40 PM

I can't eat any more turkey. It really does put you to sleep. This morning when I woke up I felt like I drank a whole bottle of Nyquil! Dummy me, makes turkey salad sandwiches for lunch today and took 3 hour nap! I feel terrible! That stuff in turkey is a legalized drug! Stay away from it, kids!
Posted By: Mark

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 11/29/09 11:35 PM

I can't believe the great deals you guys get at your local pizzerias! The local "mom & pop" - non chain pizzeria here charges over $20 just for a 3 topping large pizza!
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 11/30/09 02:57 AM

It varies tremendously, Mark. There's one place that's VERY popular. They have great, thin crust pizza, but their prices are usually higher than the others. We ordered one large (8 slice) pie and two slices of Sicilian and it was almost $20. And they WON'T deliver.
Posted By: Mignon

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 12/01/09 12:35 AM

Finished up the turkey noodle soup tonight.
Posted By: Don Cardi

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 12/01/09 11:48 PM

Originally Posted By: Mignon
Finished up the turkey noodle soup tonight.


With tangleguts????


eek
Posted By: Mignon

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 12/02/09 12:00 AM

You know me so well smile
Posted By: Mark

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 12/02/09 10:24 PM

lol lol lol clap
Here we go again!!!
Posted By: J Geoff

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 12/06/09 07:12 AM

Originally Posted By: Sicilian Babe
And they WON'T deliver.


Sorry I missed this, but... ^F them! tongue

Today I got a mailing from a Chinese/Japanese restaurant and noticed that their flyer said I could order online. +10 in my book! I already have my "favorite" Chinese place, but thought it wouldn't hurt much to cheat on them and try the online ordering to see how these self-proclaimed "chefs" do.

It was early, but I was hungry. Eat when you're hungry; stop when you're not. wink

I went online and placed the order a bit before 4PM. Figured an hour or so, no big deal.

Doorbell rang at 4:20!! uhwhat eek

First was the sushi roll. It'd better be good for almost $13! Fantastic!! OMG. Definitely trying other rolls there again!

The "Chef Special" Chinese dish was very tastey -- but -- it look like it was soaking in milk, so visually turned me off a bit. But tasted great, so perhaps my problem.

Shrimp Toast was undersized, and the Hot & Sour Soup was thinner than I'm used to. Egg Roll shot par.

Conclusion: Stick with the Chinese food I'm used to, but try more of their terrific sushi. And lastly, try to type less than I have to to get a point across. whistle
Posted By: Don Cardi

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 12/06/09 05:12 PM

Originally Posted By: J Geoff


The "Chef Special" Chinese dish was very tastey -- but -- it look like it was soaking in milk, so visually turned me off a bit. But tasted great, so perhaps my problem.



"I mae speshio sauce fore you. It tastee, you will like!"
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 12/06/09 07:13 PM

We went to our favorite Japanese/Chinese place Friday night for dinner. The food was great.

We had some scallion pancakes, spicy tuna rolls, and cold noodles in sesame sauce to start. There were various entrees (I had a batter-dipped and fried shell steak with green beans in a brown sauce - so good) and two different kinds of fried rice, plus white rice and brown rice with your entree.

My husband and I shared a flaming scorpion bowl before dinner. Actually, it was ordered before dinner, but it was so huge and so potent that it lasted the entire meal. This restaurant is terrific.
Posted By: pizzaboy

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 12/06/09 07:23 PM

What's the name of the place, Babe?

You know I play at Blue Hill at least 4 or 5 times a season and last summer we were looking for a decent Chinese/Japanese place to eat at after our round.

Is it close to Blue Hill?
Posted By: SC

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 12/06/09 08:03 PM

Maybe you two should get a room somewhere.
Posted By: pizzaboy

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 12/06/09 08:07 PM

Originally Posted By: SC
Maybe you two should get a room somewhere.


After golf?

Who do you think I am, Tiger Woods? tongue
Posted By: SC

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 12/06/09 08:09 PM

Aw c'mon. After 18 holes, what's another one or two? whistle
Posted By: pizzaboy

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 12/06/09 08:26 PM

lol
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 12/07/09 03:55 PM

Here's their website:

http://www.jadevillage.com/
Posted By: pizzaboy

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 12/07/09 03:57 PM

Thanks, Babe. Is it anywhere near Blue Hill?
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 12/07/09 05:02 PM

Nothing's near Blue Hill. It's a pain in the ass.
Posted By: pizzaboy

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 12/07/09 05:12 PM

Originally Posted By: Sicilian Babe
Nothing's near Blue Hill. It's a pain in the ass.


It's worth it. In my opinion, it's the BEST public course within 50 miles of New York City.
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 12/07/09 05:38 PM

Try Spook Rock. It's supposed to be one of the best public courses in the country.
Posted By: pizzaboy

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 12/07/09 05:39 PM

Been playing Spook Rock for 20 years. Not as good as Blue Hill, but VERY good.
Posted By: J Geoff

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 12/11/09 05:12 AM


I'm having the folks over for dinner tomorrow night, so made a really nice Bolognese sauce (my dad's favorite, to put over Vermicelli). I also plan on grilling some sausage (like there's not enough fat and calories in the sauce lol wink )

Any tips to grilling Italian sausage? I looked online and really don't know if I wanna boil it (for 20 minutes) before grilling it. Any other suggestions?

I was going to make Olive Garden's Zuppa Toscana (again) that's awesome, but thought that'd be too much. We'll see how I feel tomorrow, since I already picked up all the ingredients.

For dessert, the local Italian deli had Struffoli from Mazur's which is outstanding. I'm trying to save some for tomorrow. wink

Plus the usual imported Prov and Romano w/ balsamic, and Sopresseta as apps.

(Thankfully I decided to put off my cholesterol blood test lol)
Posted By: Mignon

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 12/11/09 09:54 AM

Feel free to cook like that for us this Summer when we stay with ya for the BB weekend. wink
Posted By: SC

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 12/11/09 11:01 AM

Originally Posted By: J Geoff
Any tips to grilling Italian sausage? I looked online and really don't know if I wanna boil it (for 20 minutes) before grilling it. Any other suggestions?


Don't BOIL them ~ just pan fry them, as usual, and just add some water and cover the pan for 15 minutes or so. Turn every few minutes.

Funny, but I didn't get my invitation. I guess it'll be in today's mail. ohwell
Posted By: J Geoff

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 12/11/09 06:31 PM

Originally Posted By: Mignon
Feel free to cook like that for us this Summer when we stay with ya for the BB weekend. wink
Of course, Mig wink

Originally Posted By: SC
Don't BOIL them ~ just pan fry them, as usual, and just add some water and cover the pan for 15 minutes or so. Turn every few minutes.
Most everything I read online suggests to parboil/simmer them (not really boiling them like hot dogs), for like 15 minutes, then plopping them on the grill for about 10 until browned (on medium-low heat). Can use beer instead of water, but I don't think so for Italian.

Originally Posted By: SC
Funny, but I didn't get my invitation. I guess it'll be in today's mail. ohwell
Damn Postal Service is so unreliable! whistle Definitely this Summer, if not sooner! cool
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 12/11/09 08:52 PM

Geoff, I certainly don't parboil mine. Is it the luganiga sausage?? If so, it will cook faster. Make sure it's over a low flame, cover it for the first few minutes (no longer or it will burn) and then turn it frequently. Grilled sausage is great, just keep turning it and be patient.
Posted By: J Geoff

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 12/12/09 03:47 AM


For the hell of it, I did the parboil for 15 mins then grilled them. Came out just fine, but probably an unnecessary step. The Bolognese came out brilliantly, by the way. cool
Posted By: SC

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 12/12/09 04:45 AM

You're better off preparing them that way just to assure they're cooked well enough... sausage can be tricky.

You didn't make any latkes for the first night of Chanukah?
Posted By: J Geoff

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 12/12/09 06:46 AM


During my pork grilling research I read a post that pork, these days, isn't really much of a concern like it used to be. Someone even posted that Alton Brown (from Food Network) said that it was even okay to eat it rare/medium-rare these days, but I have not confirmed that myself. I wouldn't doubt it, though. I like most any meat on the rarer side since that's where all the taste is. I never have understood those who eat meat well done - to me it's a waste. Except poultry, that still skeeves me when it's undercooked. Pork to a degree, too, but that's what we were taught. But beef, lamb, etc - gimme medium rare or even bloody rare. Yummy!

As for Chanukah, I wasn't actually thinking of it for this meal -- I had planned Italian all along, and went with my Dad's favorites. My mom as well loves it, too, but I told her I'd tackle Osso Bucco for her next time. I always leaned towards her tastes making big meals, so figured it was his turn. wink
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 12/13/09 07:01 PM

Do you know why apple sauce is traditionally served with pork?? My high school chem teacher said that apples have malic acid, which kills the trichinosis worm. I have no idea how true this is, but always find the trivia portion interesting.
Posted By: Mignon

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 12/14/09 09:44 AM

I never heard of a trichinosis worm before. Pork and apple sauce reminds me of Peter Brady.
Posted By: SC

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 12/14/09 12:01 PM

Originally Posted By: Mignon
I never heard of a trichinosis worm before.


That's the one you use when trying to catch porkfish.
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 12/14/09 01:08 PM

Oh, that SC. He's a funny man. The trichinosis worm is what can make you sick if you eat undercooked pork.
Posted By: SC

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 12/14/09 02:11 PM

Originally Posted By: Sicilian Babe
Do you know why apple sauce is traditionally served with pork?? My high school chem teacher said that apples have malic acid, which kills the trichinosis worm. I have no idea how true this is, but always find the trivia portion interesting.


Do you know why apple sauce is often served with latkes?

Because it tastes good.
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 12/14/09 03:12 PM

Damn straight it does. My daughter's boyfriend made us some latkes last year. They were so delicious, definitely one of my favorites.
Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 12/14/09 03:59 PM

Went out for dinner with 2 other couples last night,to a local Italian restaurant. I had bruschetta and garlic bread for starters,canneloni for main course and tiramisu for dessert,washed down with red wine and 4 pints of lager.


Deeeeeelishus cool
Posted By: Don Cardi

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 12/19/09 04:23 PM

On Thursday I was driving back from a business meeting that I had on Long Island and on a last minute whim, just as I was approaching the Knapp street exit, I got off the exit and stopped for dinner at one of SC's favorite places.......






Fries with Cheese, Roast Beef Sandwich & a Cheeseburger.



D-E-L-I-C-I-O-U-S!!!!
Posted By: Mignon

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 12/21/09 11:23 PM

A big pot of chili to warm me up. I'm freezing. I'm sure I'll be paying for it later rolleyes
Posted By: klydon1

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 12/22/09 03:21 PM

Originally Posted By: Mignon
A big pot of chili to warm me up. I'm freezing. I'm sure I'll be paying for it later rolleyes


My wife makes an amazing white chili with chicken that is fantastic.
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 12/22/09 03:45 PM

I defrosted some country style pork ribs for dinner last night. I have a recipe that calls for onions, brown sugar, bourbon and soy sauce. It takes about 90 minutes or so in the oven. Given the cold temps, I figured it was a perfect night.

I went into the kitchen at 5:30 to prepare them when the smell hit me. The ribs had gone bad. My mother admitted that she bought them and kept them in her fridge a few days before freezing them. Wonderful. At least we found out before eating them.

Now it's 5:30 and everything in the house is frozen. What to do?? I got out some olive oil and sauteed some minced onion. Then I added a half a can of tomato sauce and a package of frozen spinach and let that simmer. I added a little water, rinsed a can of red beans, and added those. It was delicious on a cold winter night.

The girls refused to eat it and made Kraft Mac and Cheese.
Posted By: Mignon

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/12/10 03:17 AM

Originally Posted By: klydon1
Originally Posted By: Mignon
A big pot of chili to warm me up. I'm freezing. I'm sure I'll be paying for it later rolleyes


My wife makes an amazing white chili with chicken that is fantastic.


My SIL makes a white chili with chicken with great northern beans I forgot what else she puts in it but she makes it so spicy hot I can't eat it.
Posted By: J Geoff

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/12/10 07:03 AM

Originally Posted By: Mignon
she makes it so spicy hot I can't eat it.

You better hope I don't make my chili during the BB weekend! whistle ...but I'll most likely go Italian wink
Posted By: Signor Vitelli

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/13/10 12:43 AM

Tonight it will be a shredded chicken breast rubbed with a medium-hot mixture of dry spices. Then, I will fry it (BB denizens don't "brown") in a bit of olive oil then add two fresh chopped jalapeno peppers, four or five sliced white mushrooms, a finely sliced scallion and some capers.

Serve it up over some rice and then stay away from all humanity for at least eighteen hours.

BTW, I've been dealing with a nasty head and chest cold for the last four days and I'm determined to drive out every damned germ from my body one way or another.

My cooking takes over where antibiotics fear to tread. wink

Signor V.
Posted By: Mignon

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/13/10 03:00 AM

Originally Posted By: Signor Vitelli
Serve it up over some rice and then stay away from all humanity for at least eighteen hours.


That made me laugh SV. I hope you are feeling better real soon my friend.
Posted By: pizzaboy

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/13/10 07:05 PM

I made sausage and peppers last night in a light tomato sauce.

Then at the last minute, I threw in a box of frozen green peas and mixed the peas and tomato sauce with some freshly steamed white rice.

Not quite a risotto, because with risotto you actually cook Arborio rice in the liquid (wine, broth, sauce, etc). It was more like an Italian version of paella, I guess. Whatever you want to call it, we were licking the plates because it was delicious.
Posted By: Don Cardi

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/14/10 01:56 AM

Originally Posted By: Mignon


My SIL makes a white chili with chicken with great northern beans I forgot what else she puts in it


Tangleguts?
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/14/10 01:58 AM

I made comfort foods tonight - meatloaf, macaroni and cheese and green beans. My daughter paid me the ultimate compliment - "This mac and cheese is even better than Kraft from the box!"
Posted By: Mignon

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/14/10 02:12 AM

Originally Posted By: Sicilian Babe
I made comfort foods tonight - meatloaf, macaroni and cheese and green beans. My daughter paid me the ultimate compliment - "This mac and cheese is even better than Kraft from the box!"


Or is it cheese and macaroni? wink
Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/14/10 03:25 PM

Chicken tagliatelle last night.

Tonight is bangers and mash with lovely onion gravy cool
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/14/10 09:51 PM

Bangers and Mash?? Yum.

We're having lamb chops. However, I only have 12 and my daughter just informed me that her boyfriend is joining us. We need 12 just for him!
Posted By: J Geoff

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/15/10 07:14 AM

Originally Posted By: Sicilian Babe
We're having lamb chops.

One of my favs! (My mom's, too)

Too bad we missed it. tongue
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/15/10 12:43 PM

They were damn good, too! I marinated them in soy sauce, sherry and rosemary. We grilled them and they were so delicious.
Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/15/10 02:56 PM

Only 12 lamb chops?

I take it he is not a big eater? smile
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/15/10 04:15 PM

Ha ha! He just turned 20 in December, eats with us about five days a week, and he's getting rather expensive to have around. When they saw the teeny, tiny lamb chops, they went out for Chinese last night. It was either that or I would have had to go back to the store.

The good news is that before they did, he went to the local hardware store, bought what was needed and fixed the upstairs toilet. He earns his meals. smile
Posted By: J Geoff

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/17/10 04:06 AM

Originally Posted By: Sicilian Babe
He earns his meals. smile

All *I* do is check the chlorine and Ph levels... skim and vacuum the pool, and look continuously hot in my banana hammock while serving drinks. K, sure, one little screwup and I'm not invited back! frown
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/17/10 07:15 PM

That shows what YOU know. We don't HAVE chlorine. It's a salt water pool! rolleyes

And you should know by now that the Welcome Mat is always out for you. ESPECIALLY when the banana hammock is on the scene!
Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/19/10 03:35 PM

We are having a Thai salmon stir fry tonight. Whatever that is? tongue

I do know we have a cheeky little Australian Chardonnay to go with it wink
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/19/10 03:38 PM

I do enjoy a cheeky wine!!

My daughter and I made meatballs and gravy (sauce to some) Sunday night for dinner. We have some leftover, so I yesterday I picked up some chicken cutlets and mozzarella. We'll have a nice chicken parm dinner with some spaghetti on the side.

My youngest daughter got her braces off yesterday, and she requested a big steak for dinner and a candy apple for dessert. Polished it all off, too!
Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/19/10 03:42 PM

Good for her Babe.

Jennifer,my eldest,currently has a brace on. Will do for at least another 6 months but it will straighten out her twisty fangs so she isn't complaining.....

Much whistle
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/19/10 03:58 PM

It's been just over three years from when she started. She still has a retainer, but at least she can take that off when she's eating. And that painful tightening is over!
Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/19/10 04:04 PM

I think Jen is still going through the tightening stage. She twists her face so much however at everything in general it is hard to tell smile
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/19/10 04:25 PM

That's the age, Yogi. Expect it to end in another 6 years or so. tongue
Posted By: Mignon

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/19/10 06:39 PM

I had braces in Jr. High School. The worst 3 years of my life.
Posted By: klydon1

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/20/10 12:51 AM

Meat loaf, mashed potatoes, corn and green beans tonight. Comfort food.
Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/21/10 03:47 PM

We went to Pizza Hut last night. We were at the movies to see SHERLOCK HOLMES and the Pizza Hut is right next door. We only had an hour or so, so we had their special deal. A starter,a main and one drink for only £7 each. Sounds great eh? Think again. The starters were awful. For the mains they had run out of pizzas????? how does PIZZA HUT run out of pizzas mad My wife had lasagne which was cold and had to go back. I had chicken arriabata which was fairly awful. The mains were bought out whilst we were still eating our starters and when we ssked for the bill it took them forever to bring it. It was only when we stood up and started to walk out that a minion produced the bill. I flung the money at him and exited. My wife flung some abuse at him and exited whistle

The worst service i have ever experienced....

The movie was good though....and the nachos and popcorn were deeeeelishus lol
Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/21/10 03:49 PM

Oh, macaroni cheese tonight by the way. Home made and lovely. Just the way i like it smile
Posted By: pizzaboy

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/21/10 03:49 PM

So how was dinner, Yogi? tongue
Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/21/10 03:57 PM

Tonights dinner not quite ready PB. We have to wait for all the kids to come in from various after school clubs.

Last nights i don't even want to talk about frown
Posted By: J Geoff

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/22/10 06:31 AM


Yogi... OMG... Pizza Hut??? Can't you get any better pizza there than that?? Aweful. lol
Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/23/10 07:59 PM

Originally Posted By: J Geoff

Yogi... OMG... Pizza Hut??? Can't you get any better pizza there than that?? Aweful. lol


lol

Yes we can get better pizza here than from the Hut....

Yes the Hut is crap grin
Posted By: Mignon

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/26/10 12:12 AM

Swedish Meatballs
Posted By: The Italian Stallionette

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/26/10 12:16 AM

I like Swedish meatballs but have never made them. As a matter of fact, it's been a very long time since I've had them. Sounds good! smile


TIS
Posted By: Mark

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/26/10 12:21 AM

Not Pizza Hut for sure...Thanks, Yogi!
Posted By: J Geoff

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/26/10 07:29 AM


Speaking of "pizza"... Not tonight, but a couple weeks ago, went to Chuck E Cheese for the first time. Wow, So NOT impressed! But it's not about the food there, it's about the kiddies and their enjoyment -- so 4.5 stars! wink

Rating: Edible.
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/26/10 04:24 PM

Originally Posted By: Mignon
Swedish Meatballs


Mig, I've never made Swedish Meatballs, but I do like them. What's your recipe? What do you serve with them? I've seen them with egg noodles. I guess you start with some ground meat, but after that, I don't have a clue! lol

You know where I actually had GREAT swedish meatballs? Ikea! They have a really good cafeteria.
Posted By: Mignon

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/26/10 06:26 PM

SB, All I do is take my cooked meatballs and pour Cream of Mushroom soup over them and cook them on top of the stove till they are hot. The soup makes the gravy, then I made a pot of extra wide egg noodles and some corn and peas. If I don't use noodles I make mash potatoes.

When you said the other day that you made hamburger helper what kind did you make?
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/27/10 01:08 AM

I made cheeseburger macaroni (I think). My mother and my youngest daughter didn't, buy my other daughter and I liked it.

What do you put in your meatballs? Do you use only beef, or do you mix in other meat? Do you fry them or bake them?
Posted By: Mignon

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/27/10 03:31 AM

I had the cheeseburger mac before and I wasn't thrilled. I do like the stroganoff one though.

I only use beef for the meatballs. I make them with Lipton beefy onion soup mix. I fry them till they are done then I use the cream of mushroom soup.

How do you make your meatballs?
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/27/10 11:50 AM

I use chopped beef, egg, bread crumbs and grated cheese. I fry them, although my SIL bakes hers. I also know people who use milk instead of egg and fresh bread instead of bread crumbs.
Posted By: Mignon

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/27/10 11:53 AM

What kind of grated cheese do you use?
Posted By: olivant

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/28/10 12:34 AM

I am on my third peppers and eggplant sandwich. God, I can't stop.
Posted By: Mark

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/28/10 01:13 AM

That's it! I can't take any more of this...I'm going to my kitchen to make some peppers & eggs! Oli, I've been drooling for peppers and eggs since your first post! I'll let you all know how they turn out...stay tuned!
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/28/10 01:34 AM

Originally Posted By: Mignon
What kind of grated cheese do you use?

Mig, I could have sworn I responded to this, but I don't know where it went. confused

I use pecorino romano. Do you add anything else to the meat besides the soup mix??
Posted By: Mark

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/28/10 02:26 AM

Peppers & eggs fried up in olive oil and garlic...yum! They turned out great!
Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/28/10 03:11 PM

Spaghetti carbonara tonight. I am making it as well cool
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/28/10 04:31 PM

With the raw egg and pancetta? Tell us how you did, Yogi!
Posted By: olivant

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/29/10 08:17 PM

Originally Posted By: Mark
Peppers & eggs fried up in olive oil and garlic...yum! They turned out great!


I usually make a sandwich without the eggs, but not tonight. I will indulge. I also will make vegetarian pizza this weekend. I've got so many peppers still and an eggplant left.
Posted By: olivant

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/29/10 10:59 PM


BUENOS AIRES, Argentina (AP) -- Argentina's president thinks eating pig meat is really sexy.

Many people in this beef-loving nation reacted with surprise Thursday after Cristina Fernandez promoted pork in a speech during which she not only said pork is better than Viagra, but suggested she's personally proven it.

"I didn't know that eating pork improved sexual activity," Fernandez said in a meeting with representatives of the swine industry late Wednesday. "It is much more gratifying to eat some grilled pork than to take Viagra."
Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/31/10 03:09 PM

Originally Posted By: Sicilian Babe
With the raw egg and pancetta? Tell us how you did, Yogi!


Not bad. The kids ate it all and asked for more. Surely a good sign tongue
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/31/10 08:01 PM

ALWAYS a good sign. Sounds like it was a hit, Yogi.
Posted By: J Geoff

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/02/10 05:31 AM

Originally Posted By: olivant

BUENOS AIRES, Argentina (AP) -- Argentina's president thinks eating pig meat is really sexy.

Many people in this beef-loving nation reacted with surprise Thursday after Cristina Fernandez promoted pork in a speech during which she not only said pork is better than Viagra, but suggested she's personally proven it.

"I didn't know that eating pork improved sexual activity," Fernandez said in a meeting with representatives of the swine industry late Wednesday. "It is much more gratifying to eat some grilled pork than to take Viagra."


Freakin' ridiculous. Was this reported by The Onion? rolleyes
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/02/10 01:19 PM

Mr. Babe's always, "Honey, can we have pork chops tonight? How about ribs? What about a nice ham?"
Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/02/10 02:39 PM

Originally Posted By: Sicilian Babe
Mr. Babe's always, "Honey, can we have pork chops tonight? How about ribs? What about a nice ham?"


what,all on the same plate? tongue
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/11/10 05:23 PM

Had a little bit of tomato sauce left, but not enough to make pasta, and I had already frozen it once. I picked up three Boboli and some mozzarella and we made pizzas for dinner last night. They were really, really good. I'll never bother with fresh dough again, they were so delicious. They came out with a thin crust version, and we loved it.
Posted By: pizzaboy

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/19/10 09:17 PM

We're kicking off Lenten Fridays with a trip to City Island tonight for fish. Not sure which restaurant yet; whichever is the least crowded. But on a Friday night on City Island, they're all nuts. Probably the Black Whale or Sammy's Fish Box.
Posted By: J Geoff

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/19/10 09:20 PM

Originally Posted By: Sicilian Babe
I'll never bother with fresh dough again, they were so delicious. They came out with a thin crust version, and we loved it.

Boboli is pretty damn good and convenient. I haven't tried the thin crust yet, but will check it out.

But with Pathmark ready-bake pizzas being $3.99 for pepperoni or vegetables, it's even easier lol. (I buy the veggie and loose pepperoni to add to it).
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/19/10 09:33 PM

PB, I LOVE the Black Whale, but I wouldn't want to go on a Lenten Friday! I love the grilled pork chops way too much, although the Starving Artist Pasta is delicious. Add $6 for the potstickers and the creme brulee, yum.

Geoff, we have a Freihofer's outlet near me and they sell Boboli for $2. It was quite the bargain. I haven't tried Pathmark's pizza, but I'll keep it in mind.

Btw, I was at the deli today and was picking up cold cuts for the weekend. They offered me a taste of a new brand of salami that was on sale, and I ate it without thinking. Does this mean I'm joining Geoff in hell????
Posted By: pizzaboy

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/19/10 09:37 PM

Originally Posted By: Sicilian Babe
PB, I LOVE the Black Whale, but I wouldn't want to go on a Lenten Friday!


And who could blame you? But for us, we just jump on 95 at Country Club Road and we're on the Hutch in less than 2 minutes. So even though the wait at the restaurant will be God awful, at least it's transient for us.

I love the "pubby" atmosphere at the Whale. I think you just made up my mind for me smile.
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/19/10 09:43 PM

My brother and SIL used to hang out there in the 70s, but it was only desserts back then. I don't think they had real food.

The only thing I hate about the Whale is that the chairs are horribly uncomfortable.
Posted By: J Geoff

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/19/10 10:04 PM

Originally Posted By: Sicilian Babe
Does this mean I'm joining Geoff in hell????

We'll have fun! It'll be hot down there so I'll have to wear the thong 24/7. Seeing that may be your eternal horror! lol (Thankfully Catholics believe in Purgatory, so it'd only be about 1000 years or so whistle )
Posted By: Mignon

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/19/10 11:48 PM

Originally Posted By: J Geoff
Originally Posted By: Sicilian Babe
Does this mean I'm joining Geoff in hell????

We'll have fun! It'll be hot down there


That will be the only time SB will want a frozen cheesecake.
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/20/10 12:51 AM

OOOH! The thong! Woo Hoo! If only this salami was the only thing I was being punished for!

(that sounds so very wrong)
Posted By: pizzaboy

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/20/10 03:45 PM

We ended up at Sammy's last night, Babe. We had 12 people all together, so the Black Whale was really out of the question.

The food was great. I had the shrimp and clams fra diavlo over about a half pound of thin spaghetti. I brought about half of it home and ate it at 7 o'clock this morning! lol

And I wonder why I've struggled with belly problems ohwell.
Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/20/10 08:58 PM

Just had fish and chips. Very nice!
Posted By: Mignon

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/20/10 09:02 PM

Sloppy Joes and chips.
Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 03/05/10 11:23 AM

Pizza tonight cool
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 03/10/10 11:51 AM

My mommy made me eggplant parm last night. It was delicious.
Posted By: Mignon

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 03/10/10 04:17 PM

I'm jealous!
Posted By: Mark

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 03/10/10 09:55 PM

I'm hungry!
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 03/31/10 05:00 PM

It's been rainy and miserable here, so I made beef stew last night. I filled a ziploc bag with cubes of beef, some flour, salt and pepper, and shook it up. I browned the meat in olive oil, then added four cups of water, two beef bullion cubes, some red wine, a bay leaf, onion and celery. I let that simmer for a few hours, then added green beans, carrots and cubed potatoes. I cooked it another 45 minutes, removed the onion, celery and bay leaf, then added a little cornstarch to thicken it. It was delicious, and perfect for a cold, damp March night.
Posted By: Mignon

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 03/31/10 05:50 PM

I'm having a dirty dish blonde moment but why did you remove the onion and the celery?
Posted By: Don Cardi

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 03/31/10 10:39 PM

Originally Posted By: Mignon
I'm having a dirty dish blonde moment but why did you remove the onion and the celery?


To make room for the tangleguts!!
Posted By: Mignon

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 03/31/10 11:52 PM

I'm going to KY for the weekend hopefully I can find some. Yum-yum
Posted By: Mignon

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 04/16/10 08:44 PM

Originally Posted By: Sicilian Babe
We decided to go for total junk food takeout tonight - Pizza Hut, White Castle and KFC and have a total pig-out cholesterol buffet.


I got KFC tonight. I love the cole slaw.
Posted By: Don Smitty

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 04/17/10 08:59 PM

Steak......
Posted By: pizzaboy

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 04/18/10 06:33 PM

It's artichoke season. We had stuffed artichokes last night. Real Southern Italian style.

Like this:

Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 04/18/10 06:37 PM

I love stuffed artichokes! I don't know how to make them, so I have to rely on my mother's generosity! She keeps promising to show me how to make them, and I've told her that at her age, she'd better show me soon!
Posted By: Mignon

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 04/18/10 08:30 PM

What do you use to stuff them? I've never ate artichokes.
Posted By: pizzaboy

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 04/18/10 08:39 PM

Originally Posted By: Mignon
What do you use to stuff them? I've never ate artichokes.


Fresh bread crumbs, minced garlic, good grated cheese and finely chooped anchovies, all held together with a little extra virgin olive oil. It makes a very light "stuffing."

That's Italian soul food right there, Mig.
Posted By: Mignon

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 04/18/10 11:59 PM

Thanks PB. Take out the anchovies and I'll try it.
Posted By: Mignon

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 04/25/10 02:32 AM

Visiting the In-Laws. We had leather britches and fried potatoes and some corn bread. Yummy!! But it is playing havoc with my stomach.
Posted By: Mark

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 04/26/10 11:08 PM

What are "leather britches", Mig?
Posted By: pizzaboy

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 04/26/10 11:12 PM

Originally Posted By: Mark
What are "leather britches", Mig?


Probably one of the Colonel's pets whistle.
Posted By: Mark

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 04/26/10 11:16 PM

I thought Mig called him "Sugar Britches"?... wink
Posted By: Mignon

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 04/27/10 02:37 AM

Originally Posted By: Mark
What are "leather britches", Mig?


Leather britches are grren beans that were strung up and dried out. Then you cook them. Yummy.
Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 04/30/10 02:34 PM

Fish and chips tonight smile
Posted By: Mark

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 05/05/10 11:34 PM

Four cheese ravioli tonight...deelish!
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 05/19/10 03:25 PM

We went to Friday's for dinner last night. They're still running their 3 For $12.99 special, and I don't know how they do it. It's a lot of food for $13!

I had the spinach dip (which I'm not supposed to eat, but couldn't resist), the petite sirloin with sweet potato fries and onion rings, and finished with the peanut butter pie. They also offer free refills on the soda. For five us the bill was $95, including tip and tax. You can't beat it.
Posted By: pizzaboy

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 05/19/10 03:30 PM

I am soooooo glad you posted that, Babe. I'm almost embarrassed to use it (because I'm a jerky guy, I guess), but I got a $50 Fridays gift card as a Christmas gift that's still in my wallet. I think they expire after a year, so it's use it or lose it. I think maybe I'll go on Saturday afternoon. There's one on Central Avenue on the Scarsdale/Yonkers border (where South Seas used to be). My wife gets her hair done at Adam and Eve, just up the block, so I'll nurse a beer while she's in there, then we'll chow down. Thanks!
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 05/19/10 03:38 PM

All of the appetizers were very good. At the table we had the Italian Wedge Salad, the potstickers and the fried green beans. For entrees, two of us had the sirloin, one had the fried shrimp, one had sizzling chicken and cheese, and the other some pasta and chicken dish. The only slight complaint is that there are only two choices for dessert: vanilla bean cheesecake or peanut butter pie (both are good, btw). My daughter's boyfriend hates both, but the waitress offered to substitute a dish of ice cream, and he was very happy with that.

What I don't understand is that they also have a 3 for $16.99 menu, and they're very similar. We can't figure out why anyone would pay more!

They have two martinis that involve cotton candy. I've had the pink one (a highly recommended girly drink), but they added a lemon one now. I'm not drinking, but dying to try it!
Posted By: pizzaboy

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 05/19/10 03:42 PM

A cotton candy martini?

How healthy is that?! lol
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 05/19/10 03:53 PM

It's a martini!! It should be healthy???? tongue

They put cotton candy in the bottom of the glass, and then pour the martini over it. It was really good. I guess it's the equivalent of sugaring the glass, only backwards. lol
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 07/06/10 12:27 AM

Went to this Brazilian restaurant for dinner last night. It was amazingly good. The service was excellent and the food was delicious. I highly recommend it.

http://www.churrascariaplataforma.com/
Posted By: J Geoff

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 07/06/10 04:46 AM


Had some fam over today (folks, bro, 2 nephews), plus my bff stopped by to say hi. My bro supplied the "San Gennaro-style" "homemade" sauseege from the new (and supposedly awesome) Italian deli near him (in Matawan, NJ). They were really good off the grill.

He also showed me his "peasant" sauce recipe, borrowed from Lidia, which includes tuna (he calls it "Italian tuna" and thinks it's a different species, but I'm pretty sure Cento catches the same tuna as everyone else lol)

The tuna is nice and subtle, tho, so no fears:

2 med (29 oz) cans tomato sauce (he uses Hunts, which is fine, but I'd go with the Cento San Marzano, personally)
2 cans Cento Tonno "Italian" tuna
1 medium chopped onion
5-6 cloves chopped garlic
Season to taste, incl a bit of sugar to counteract the canned sauce

Sauté onions and garlic a few minutes (he prefers non-EVOO, but that's all I had, and it was fine), add sauce and spices, then simmer about half hour, poof, done.

Very good!!

I also grilled my famous corn (in-husk, with spray margarine and dashes of salt and sugar under the husk, refolded then rinsed in water, then wrapped in foil over the grill for 15-20 mins, turned often, and unwrapped near the end)

Wawa supplied the 10" sub rolls for the sausage sandwiches -- they have great bread. Mom premade the sautéed peppers and onions.

That, and some 100-degree Whiffle ball with the nephews, made it a perfect day.
Posted By: MaryCas

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 07/07/10 04:34 PM

JG, there is a hoagie joint down here which originated in Philly - Primo Hoagies. They have a Tuna Hoagie made with Italian Tuna, Olive Oil and Provolone. The tuna does taste a bit different....or maybe that's the oil, or provolone. whistle
Posted By: J Geoff

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 07/13/10 05:46 AM


Had a GREAT dish tonight at a newish Italian place here I hadn't been to before.

Tuscan House

Very interesting menu! Certainly not your typical fare, but more Italian it seems.

Started with the complimentary bread dish: Hot, thin pizza bread slices to dip into olive oil mixed with balsamic. Amazing.

The Calamari was okay -- I've had better, but also have had much much worse. Not bad, but not "great".

Family-style salad was very basic (lettuce, tomatoes, onions) but just fine, and also free.

I wasn't blown away yet, but also not unhappy.

Then the entrée came out.

Fish of the day was bass, and was recommended by the Italian-accented waitress. It's also designated a "Signature Dish" on the menu, so I had to try it: Prepared plank roasted with fresh roasted fennel, green onions, olive oil, lemon, garlic. I chose Risotto as the side because after watching anything Gordon Ramsay on TV, I've been dying for a real one, and was hoping it was real.

OMG, real or not, it was delicious! Creamy, cheesy, with a hint of mushroom flavor, it was mouth-watering yet thick. The fish was perfect and brilliant. Never had fennel (another "chef" ingredient I wanted to try - that's why I ordered this lol). For once in a long time, I felt like I was eating a "gourmet" entrée. Sooooo good.

Went with my folks. My dad got the same entrée as I did, but with roasted potatoes that were amazing as well. My mom got the Pappardelle Bolognese (Ribbon pasta tossed with reggiano in a rich meat sauce. Served with a scoop of mascarpone). It had mounds of meat and hardly any sauce. Mounds of meat WITH sauce would've been better lol. It was okay. These days, I'm so bored and tired of red-sauce dishes that I almost get a bit turned off by them. Give me a sautéed sauce made on the spot that can soak into the pasta in a pan, and I'll be your slave.

Looking at some of the other items, like the burgers and wood-fired (!) authentic pizzas, and I can't wait to go back!

BTW - This place is co-owned by the same people that own Tiffany's Restaurant here in town (and elsewhere in NJ) that has some of the best BBQ ribs I've every had! Ex-NFL tackle and NJ native and Sopranos-character Tony Siragusa is part of Tiff's, too.

Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 07/13/10 09:14 PM

Originally Posted By: J Geoff
Give me a sautéed sauce made on the spot that can soak into the pasta in a pan, and I'll be your slave.


Really? That's it?? Man, you are easy! tongue

That sounds like a nice place with a good menu. I love making new discoveries like that.

It's restaurant week in NYC, and my husband and I had reservations for Aquavit. I've been dying to try it for years, and you can't beat the prices during restaurant week. Unfortunately, we made the reservation for this past Sunday, and they only do those prices during the week.
Posted By: J Geoff

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 07/14/10 05:14 AM


Originally Posted By: Sicilian Babe
Man, you are easy!

Yeah, and....? wink

Originally Posted By: Sicilian Babe
It's restaurant week in NYC, and my husband and I had reservations for Aquavit. I've been dying to try it for years, and you can't beat the prices during restaurant week. Unfortunately, we made the reservation for this past Sunday, and they only do those prices during the week.

Does that mean you paid full price, or, skipped it?

Originally Posted By: Sicilian Babe
I love making new discoveries like that.

I've been meaning to "discover" Bistro 44, here in TR. The executive chef Erik was on (and won!) Food Network's Chopped! ("Against the Tide", reairing 7/24 @ 8pm ET, 7/25 @ 3am, 8/3 @ 10pm)
I think I'm becoming a food snob, after watching Food Network competitions and Gordon Ramsay so much! whistle lol
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 07/14/10 02:25 PM

No, we skipped, not having taken out that home equity loan for dinner. Have you seen Aquavit's menu??? panic Their chef's tasting prix-fixed menu is $105 per person for three courses, plus "wine pairing" at another $65 pp. You can also get their regular prix-fixe menu for $78 pp, which really isn't that bad for three courses in Manhattan, but still pricey.

On the other hand, restaurant week is $35 per person for three courses. Bit of a difference.

http://www.aquavit.org/restaurant/newyork/menus.asp
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 08/04/10 01:38 PM

My husband picked some tomatoes and green peppers last night from the garden. I sliced up the peppers and fried them up with some sliced onions. We picked up some freshly baked semolina bread from the local bakery. I made a tomato salad with olive oil and balsamic vinegar, and my husband grilled some luganiga sausage. It was all so good.
Posted By: Mark

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 08/04/10 05:05 PM

Oh my God I'm so hungry after reading that! I can smell the salsicce frying!!!
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 08/12/10 03:37 AM

I mixed a dry rub and massaged it into a slab of ribs. Then I took some cherry wood chips and soaked them in water. I left all of that to "soak" for about four hours. I whipped up some corn bread and cleaned and boiled fresh corn on the cob. I put fired up the grill and loaded the smoker with the wet cherry wood chips and got some great smoke going. I put the flame as low as it could go and then put on the ribs. Just before they were done, I put on a brown sugar mop sauce. They were out of this world. I wasn't thrilled with the corn bread (I thought it was a little dry), but everything else was mighty tasty.
Posted By: SC

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 08/12/10 04:19 AM

My inivitation get lost in the mail?
Posted By: J Geoff

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 08/12/10 07:08 AM

Originally Posted By: Sicilian Babe
boiled fresh corn on the cob.

You don't grill your corn?? I tell ya... you gotta try it!

Peel back the husks, but don't pull off. Clean out the silks. You can experiment here -- I still am -- but right now it's a quick rinse to add water, then spray margarine, some salt and sugar, then close it back up. I then wrap in foil to be placed on the grill for the first 15 minutes or so to steam, then remove the foil and back on the grill (still with husks) for the last 10-15 minutes. A little carmelization isn't bad. It's been hit-or-miss, but I think the problem has been with the quality of the corn itself in early summer rather than my technique.

Originally Posted By: SC
My inivitation get lost in the mail?


Had ribs tonight at Tiffany's: You really cannot beat the buy-one-get-one full racks of baby-back ribs (and done well!) with choice of potato (gotta go with the sweet potato with cinnamon-butter!), corn bread, and cole slaw. $19.99 normally, but 2-for-1 makes it $10/pp. Can't beat that, available every Wednesday!

As for invites, you don't need one: Just let me know when you're coming down to the Shore! *Fist pump!* (lol) wink
Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 08/12/10 01:22 PM

Had a pasta chicken bake last night,smothered in parmesan and mozarella,served with fresh,chunky bread and followed with a cheese cake.

Delicious cool
Posted By: pizzaboy

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 08/12/10 03:10 PM

Originally Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas
Had a pasta chicken bake last night,smothered in parmesan and mozarella,served with fresh,chunky bread and followed with a cheese cake.

Watching your cholesterol, Yogi?
Posted By: J Geoff

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 08/12/10 05:15 PM

Originally Posted By: pizzaboy
Watching your cholesterol, Yogi?

Julia Child never worried about it, and she lived to 91. wink
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 08/12/10 06:52 PM

Originally Posted By: SC
My inivitation get lost in the mail?


Must have gotten stuck to the mop sauce. whistle
Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 08/16/10 01:00 PM

Originally Posted By: pizzaboy
Originally Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas
Had a pasta chicken bake last night,smothered in parmesan and mozarella,served with fresh,chunky bread and followed with a cheese cake.

Watching your cholesterol, Yogi?



Not especially whistle
Posted By: pizzaboy

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 08/17/10 04:01 PM

The zucchini are literally overrunning my garden right now. Last night we had zucchini flowers stuffed with ricotta, then breaded and fried, with a little marinara sauce on the side for dipping.

Italian peasant food, baby. Nothing like it!
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 08/17/10 05:49 PM

We had a terrible crop in our garden this year. The only thing that has survived the incredibly fat groundhog that has been feeding on it were the tomatoes and the peppers. We got one half-chewed zucchini and only enough flowers for one dinner. He ate the cukes, the broccoli and almost all the eggplant. We did get enough eggplants for one parmigiana dinner, but that was it. He's gobbled everything else.
Posted By: pizzaboy

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 08/17/10 06:53 PM

Originally Posted By: Sicilian Babe
We had a terrible crop in our garden this year. The only thing that has survived the incredibly fat groundhog that has been feeding on it were the tomatoes and the peppers. We got one half-chewed zucchini and only enough flowers for one dinner. He ate the cukes, the broccoli and almost all the eggplant. We did get enough eggplants for one parmigiana dinner, but that was it. He's gobbled everything else.

Ouch.

Sorry to hear that, Babe, but it's your own fault. You gotta stop them groundhogs at the beginning, like they shoulda stopped Hitler at Munich whistle.
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 08/17/10 08:10 PM

LOL My husband has yet to see him, which makes him crazy. My daughter and I saw the groundhog on the back patio the other day. My husband potted some parsley and basil there so my mom didn't have to walk around to the garden to get it. The groundhog was even eating the parsley out of the planter! We chased him, and watching him waddle away was like watching Jabba with fur!
Posted By: pizzaboy

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 08/17/10 08:17 PM

I'd shoot the bastard lol.
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 09/07/10 09:43 PM

Recreated my rib dinner (see above post) last night. Ribs were really good. I used a Jiffy corn muffin mix to make my cornbread again, but this time I added 1/3 of a can of creamed corn and 1 tbsp. of meringue powder to the mix before I baked it. I also lowered the recommended baking temp from 400 to 375 degrees. That made all the difference.
Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 09/17/10 05:41 PM

Wife at work till 9pm and i couldn't face cooking so me and the kids just treated ourselves to takeout pizza! Nice!
Posted By: J Geoff

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 09/18/10 05:55 AM


Went to the local minor league baseball game (BlueClaws (Single-A Phillies affiliate) in a championship series). Get this: a 1/4-lb hot dog w/ chili, cheese whiz (they called it "cheddar"), bacon and a few shots of Habanero* Tabasco sauce = Yummy!

This, following a brunch I made for/with a friend: Cheese/bacon omelets with dashes of truffle salt and habanero* sauce and smoked Red Savina habanero powder (SUPER hot!). With a toasted bialy w/ smoked salmon cream cheese.

*My butt's gonna burn tomorrow lol. (And yes, I took my Lipitor today! lol)
Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 09/18/10 11:39 AM

Bring on the Ring of Fire lol
Posted By: Santino Brasi

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 09/18/10 04:52 PM

Mmmmmm, Tonight I am having King Crab legs!

Expensive but delicious.
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 09/21/10 10:18 PM

Despite the 40 mg. of Lipitor he takes every day, my husband's cholesterol came back the highest it's been in years. I've been doing a lot of reading about what to cook, and trout was highly recommended. I've never made it before, but I'm going to try grilling it.

I'm mixing up some olive oil, lemon juice, white wine, parsley, salt and pepper. I had the woman at the fish store remove the head and tail, scale and butterfly it. I'll baste it in the above, plus mix up some bread crumbs with it and put that inside the cavity. Then I'll wrap it all up in foil and put on a low flame on the grill. Wish me luck!
Posted By: Lilo

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 09/21/10 10:24 PM

Sounds good.
Posted By: J Geoff

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 09/21/10 11:12 PM

Originally Posted By: Sicilian Babe
Despite the 40 mg. of Lipitor he takes every day, my husband's cholesterol came back the highest it's been in years.


Holy Crap! 40mg?? Egads! eek

I was taking 10mg every/other day and it was under control for a while (I accidentally skipped some days), and the last test came back at 235 so he put me on it daily (and, of course, I forget sometimes, and haven't changed my diet at all ohwell ). I'll have to get it checked soon to see where it's at.

That trout sounds good, though! I haven't yet experimented with grilled fish, though I want to....
Posted By: pizzaboy

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 09/21/10 11:17 PM

The HDL ratio is all that matters anyway. If your cholesterol is 300 but your HDL is 150, you're better off than someone who has a total cholesterol of 180 but an HDL reading of, say, 30.

If your HDL to total cholesterol ratio is higher than 24%, you're in better shape than most people. And you're doing even better if your trigyceride to HDL ratio is below 2.

Total cholesterol is a bogeyman invented by the drug companies.
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 09/22/10 01:01 AM

Originally Posted By: pizzaboy
Total cholesterol is a bogeyman invented by the drug companies.


The total was up, his ratio was up and the triglycerides were up. He's been a very bad boy, because he thought that he could eat anything he wanted and still have low cholesterol. Doesn't quite work that way.

The trout was delicious by the way. Edit: I skipped the bread crumbs, though. I sort of ran out of time and patience. Give it a try. The foil kept it very moist.
Posted By: Mignon

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 09/22/10 01:59 AM

Originally Posted By: Sicilian Babe


The total was up, his ratio was up and the triglycerides were up. He's been a very bad boy


Has he tried taking fish oil for the cholesterol? My triglycerides are up to. The doc put me on a med for that UGH!!!
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/01/10 03:30 AM

It was pouring today, high winds, flooding, just miserable. It seemed like a good day for comfort foods. I made mashed potatoes, pot roast and carrots.
Posted By: Lovecraft

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/01/10 03:21 PM

My lady is making some sort of surprise dinner when I get back tonight! Big deal as she rarely cooks! Can't wait!
Posted By: klydon1

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/02/10 03:28 AM

Originally Posted By: Lovecraft
My lady is making some sort of surprise dinner when I get back tonight! Big deal as she rarely cooks! Can't wait!


Well? smile
Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/02/10 12:38 PM

Shepherds pie tonight. Yum yum!
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/03/10 01:15 AM

LOVE Sheperd's pie. I made it once, and decided it was WAY too much work.
Posted By: klydon1

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/03/10 04:17 AM

My son and I went to the local pub for dinner a couple weeks ago, and I was happy to see shepherd's pie as a special. I jumped all over it.
Posted By: SC

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/03/10 04:47 AM

Originally Posted By: klydon1
My son and I went to the local pub for dinner a couple weeks ago, and I was happy to see shepherd's pie as a special. I jumped all over it.


Aren't you just supposed to eat it?
Posted By: J Geoff

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/03/10 06:08 AM


SUPERIOR Jersey Shore pizza two nights in a row...

...should have a salad or something tomorrow, but it's Football Sunday... so it'll be whatever + Lipitor whistle
Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/03/10 02:06 PM

Hot beef sandwiches and potato wedges today. Again courtesy of my good self cool
Posted By: SC

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/03/10 02:37 PM

Do you deliver to Long Island?
Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/03/10 02:53 PM

Originally Posted By: SC
Do you deliver to Long Island?


Love to. I make a mean hot beef sandwich.
Posted By: SC

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/03/10 03:05 PM

Cool.... set me up. I'll provide the beer.
Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/05/10 01:43 PM

Originally Posted By: SC
Cool.... set me up. I'll provide the beer.


Sounds like a deal cool
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/06/10 09:23 PM

We ate at this restaurant last night. Le Relais De Venise One of my husband's coworkers was recently transferred to the US from London. Apparently, it's quite popular there.

There's only one entree on the menu, sliced steak with frites. They give you some and when you're done, bring over another helping. You also get a salad. I ordered a creme brulee for dessert, which was watery, something I've never seen before.

For $46 a person, after drinks, tip and tax, I've had far better meals.
Posted By: pizzaboy

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/06/10 09:29 PM

Leave it to the French to gay up a sliced sirloin and fries and charge 50 bucks for it tongue grin.
Posted By: SC

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/06/10 09:35 PM

Originally Posted By: pizzaboy
Leave it to the French to gay up a sliced sirloin and fries and charge 50 bucks for it.


Even worse ... it's a buffet with only one dish. On the bright side, they have waiter service.
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/06/10 09:41 PM

The waitresses were wearing those cute black dresses with the little white aprons, so maybe that's why guys like it.
Posted By: SC

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/06/10 09:45 PM

OK... THAT'S different (and explains the bill).
Posted By: klydon1

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/07/10 02:48 AM

Originally Posted By: pizzaboy
Leave it to the French to gay up a sliced sirloin and fries and charge 50 bucks for it tongue grin.


lol
Posted By: J Geoff

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/07/10 06:31 AM


I made catfish tonight, with "fish and chips" batter after the smoked paprika rub. Never done it before, and should've know that catfish would take longer than the stated 5 minutes to finish cooking (had to finish it off in the oven). A lighter fish next time, but it was still pretty good... still learning! wink Served with pre-made polenta in the toaster oven, and plenty of hot sauce. grin
Posted By: pizzaboy

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/07/10 03:25 PM

Originally Posted By: J Geoff

I made catfish tonight, with "fish and chips" batter after the smoked paprika rub. Never done it before, and should've know that catfish would take longer than the stated 5 minutes to finish cooking (had to finish it off in the oven). A lighter fish next time, but it was still pretty good... still learning! wink Served with pre-made polenta in the toaster oven, and plenty of hot sauce. grin

Geoffy,

Codfish is your best best for fish and chips. It's firm and fleshy, but light so it cooks quick and evenly. It's also widely available and usually reasonably priced. Check it out and let me know.
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/07/10 08:43 PM

Geoff, I find that catfish is best in an egg-wash and then a flour/cornstarch mix that I add some seasoning, including cayenne pepper. Then I fry it in canola oil. It's perfect.
Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/09/10 10:18 AM

Last night we took the kids to this place

www.giannis-ristorante.com

It is in a town called Morpeth,about 15 miles north of Newcastle on the way to Scotland. We have been here several times before due to friends living there and it is a top notch place.
Last night i had garlic breads as starters,cos we had the kids and thats what they wanted so we ordered one of each. I then had the Cannelloni and finally some tirimasu. Yum yum yum...
Posted By: pizzaboy

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/09/10 02:33 PM

That's a great menu, Yogi. Very extensive.

There are quite a few Italians in Scotland, aren't there?
Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/09/10 03:11 PM

Originally Posted By: pizzaboy
That's a great menu, Yogi. Very extensive.

There are quite a few Italians in Scotland, aren't there?


Yes PB. In Scotland and England both. Lots of great restaurants like the one above to choose from.
Posted By: pizzaboy

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/09/10 03:29 PM

Check your pm, Yogi.
Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/09/10 03:31 PM

Originally Posted By: pizzaboy
Check your pm, Yogi.


Checked smile
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/11/10 01:43 AM

My mom made baked ziti for dinner. It was delicious.
Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/11/10 11:10 AM

I made Sunday dinner yesterday. Roast leg of pork with mashed taties,carrots,stuffing,broccoli,green beans and pepper gravy!

Not bad if i say so myself whistle
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/11/10 04:59 PM

I do love a nice pork roast, Yogi. I'm making a roast beef tonight.
Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/12/10 11:18 AM

We had steak and chips(fries) last night with mushrooms and onion rings. Very nice!

Spaghetti and meatballs tonight. I'm letting Mrs. Yogi have a run out in the kitchen for once :lol
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/12/10 04:14 PM

Tonight I'm marinating boneless chicken breasts in OJ and soy sauce, and then I add a premade sesame and ginger marinade to it. Quite nice, if I do say so myself.
Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/15/10 03:22 PM

Gnocchi in a fancy sauce with black olive bread later for me!
Posted By: pizzaboy

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/15/10 03:26 PM

Originally Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas
Gnocchi in a fancy sauce with black olive bread later for me!

Fancy sauce?

You're such a dandy, Yogi tongue grin.
Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/15/10 03:33 PM

Thanks awfully PB tongue

Any sauce my wife makes is fancy. Anything i make is intricate whistle
Posted By: J Geoff

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 11/11/10 06:17 AM


Homemade Country Fried Steak w/ pan gravy, homemade mashed pots, and canned collards. (I don't like canned greens, but, didn't wanna spend 2 hrs making it fresh; but it wasn't too bad)



AWESOME!
Posted By: Mignon

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 11/11/10 07:06 AM

You're a great cook Geoffy.
Posted By: J Geoff

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 11/11/10 07:11 AM

Originally Posted By: Mignon
You're a great cook Geoffy.

If my southern dinner looks good to a southern gal, then maybe I'm doing something right. wink
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 11/12/10 03:30 AM

Looks really great, Geoff.
Posted By: Mignon

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 11/12/10 05:35 AM

Went to Applebee's so the Col. can have his free vetrans day meal.
Posted By: Mark

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 12/03/10 11:55 AM

Spinach and artichoke raviolis last night...yummy. One of Mrs. Mark's favs!
Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 12/03/10 01:06 PM

Mince and dumplings with broccoli and carrots last night.

Chinese take out later cool
Posted By: SouthEastJ

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 12/03/10 09:16 PM

Pukka pie- steak

Student loan is all but gone!
Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 12/04/10 11:25 AM

Nothing wrong with Pukka pies........ tongue
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 12/06/10 01:18 AM

I made a nice shrimp risotto. After I served it, I put a bottle of white truffle oil on the table. The bottle had an atomizer, so everyone had the option of spraying a bit on their dish or not.

At the risk of blowing my own horn, the dinner was lovely.
Posted By: J Geoff

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 12/08/10 07:45 AM


Somehow I never made it there before for dinner, but Il Giardinello (here) is awesome.

As I posted on FB: "Awesome dinner! The Calamari Fritti was VERY tender and light. And the Linguini Marechiara (w/ shrimp, calamari, scungilli, clams, mussels) was incredible (and huge!). Homemade Tiramisu (w/ marscapone) and even the Cappuccino was ridiculous. My new favorite Italian restaurant. No wonder Joe Pesci eats here!"

Totally recommended! Don't drive past Exit 82 without letting me know! wink
Posted By: Mignon

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 12/09/10 05:18 AM

I made a huge pot of chilli. YUM-YUM!!!
Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 12/11/10 12:28 PM

Going to make a nice sausage casserole tonight!
Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/13/11 09:48 PM

Just had bacon,sausage,eggs,beans and chips!

Yum yum!
Posted By: Mignon

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/13/11 11:36 PM

Taco night.
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/26/11 01:40 PM

Given the crappy weather, I made a pot roast, egg noodles and carrots (cooked with the roast). It was the perfect comfort food.
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 06/12/11 06:37 PM

Obviously, nobody has cooked in MONTHS. lol

We invited some friends over for a swim and a barbecue. The weather didn't turn out well, but the food did! I got a slab of ribs and made a Kansas City Dry Rub. I left it on the ribs for hours, then my husband slow-cooked them, adding some hickory chips to the smoker. I also baked cornbread. Since cornbread is sort of dry, I added a half a can of creamed corn to the recipe, which helped. I cooked up some green beans and my friend brought a lovely salad. We had a few bottles of wine with the meal, and it was just perfect.
Posted By: Signor Vitelli

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 09/21/11 03:56 AM

There was some nice ground sirloin on sale at one of the local butcher shops today, so I thought I'd make a simple meat sauce - something I haven't done in at least a couple of months. One of the local greengrocers had some perfect plum tomatoes (at a very decent price, too), so this evening's dinner was all set.

It was quite difficult to tear myself away from the kitchen and post this, but I finally managed.

BTW, you're all invited, that is - if there's any left by the time you get here!

Tomorrow will probably be a nice and easy Mexican-inspired chicken with salsa verde (with rice and beans) that I made a few days ago and liked quite a lot. It's moderately spicy; when I get it just right I will most likely post the recipe.

But, "spicy" is really a relative term, isn't it? wink

Signor V.
Posted By: shima

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 09/29/11 05:31 PM

Chicken Breasts in Sour Cream
6 chicken breasts, boneless skinless
¼ teaspoon garlic powder
1 can cream of mushroom soup
½ cup skim milk
½ cup sour cream
¼ cup sherry
1 can mushrooms, drained
paprika
Preheat oven to 375 degrees.

Place chicken in 9 x 13" baking dish that has been sprayed with non stick spray, making sure chicken doesn't overlap. Sprinkle with garlic powder. Mix soup, milk, sour cream, sherry and drained mushrooms. Spread over chicken, sprinkle with paprika. Cover with aluminum foil and bake for 45 minutes or until chicken is tender.

Serve with egg noodles or brown rice.

Cranberry Chicken
6 chicken breasts, boneless skinless
1 bottle Catalina salad dressing, small bottle
1 can whole berry cranberry sauce
1 package dry onion soup mix
Preheat oven to 350 degrees.

Spray 9x 13" baking dish with non stick spray. Place chicken in baking dish. Pour salad dressing over chicken, sprinkle with dry onion soup mix, top with cranberry sauce. Cover with foil.

Bake for one hour. Remove foil, baste chicken, return to oven and continue to bake for 30 minutes.
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/02/11 08:21 PM

Fall has arrived with a vengeance. It's sunny, but it's only in the low 60s. Kissing the summer barbecue goodbye, we decided to make fresh ravioli for dinner.

My husband is setting up the pasta machine as we speak to make the sheets of pasta. I'll mix up some ricotta, shredded mozzarella, egg, grated cheese, salt and pepper. Then we'll lay out one sheet of pasta, place a spoonful or so of the cheese mixture every few inches (depending on how large you want your ravioli) and then place another sheet on top. You then cut the ravioli with your pasta wheel, pinch the edges together, and pierce the top.

I'm making a meat sauce as well, so we'll have meatballs and homemade ravioli for dinner. My grandmother used to have a big wooden board to work on, and she used to make ravioli sometimes on Sundays. When I slept over there on a Saturday night, I would help her. My job was to pinch them together, so I can't wait to have them.
Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 11/08/11 01:37 PM

Tonight i am preparing sausage, eggs, chips, beans, mushrooms and tomatoes!

Like a fry up breakfast in reverse smile
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 11/08/11 10:05 PM

Sounds delicious, Yogi!
Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 11/10/11 01:48 PM

Originally Posted By: Sicilian Babe
Sounds delicious, Yogi!


It was as well Babe, i am a dab hand in the kitchen. If i wasn't already spoken for i would make some lady a cracking little husband tongue lol
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 11/10/11 05:56 PM

Damn, all the good ones are spoke for!
Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 11/11/11 03:44 PM

Sorry...... wink
Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 11/27/11 10:01 AM

I fed the kids with my world famoue home made lasagne last night. As usual, not a scrap left!
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 11/27/11 07:40 PM

The little beasties! So sick of turkey, we took a break and ordered pizza last night. Back to turkey tonight.
Posted By: Frosty

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 11/27/11 08:45 PM

Homemade meatball subs with alot of sharp provolone , good , good
Posted By: Signor Vitelli

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 11/28/11 01:02 AM

Last night I made a chicken curry with couscous. Haven't done that in a long time. Came out quite palatable.

Tonight I'm leaning toward a pasta carbonara, but my mind's not 100% made up yet.

Decisions, decisions...

Signor V.
Posted By: Frosty

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 11/28/11 11:19 PM

12 oz Buffalo Steak Medium with onions,mushrooms, garlic saut. in olive oil ground pepper sea salt. And a nice garden salad. With a nice glass of Red Wine.
Posted By: J Geoff

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 11/29/11 12:41 AM


Turkey soup, turkey w/ gravy and cranberry sauce, string beans and broccoli... whistle
Posted By: Frosty

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 11/29/11 01:05 AM

Ya want me to send ya a steak by Fedups !
Posted By: J Geoff

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 11/29/11 04:50 AM


Thanks, but we have steaks here in Joisey. I'm actually drooling for one, so it won't be long now! wink
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 11/29/11 11:25 PM

My husband and I decided to go vegetarian for the month between Thanksgiving and Christmas. We decided to do it as a cleansing, plus our cholesterol is on the rise. My husband's is still over 200, even on Lipitor.
Posted By: J Geoff

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 11/30/11 06:58 AM

Originally Posted By: Sicilian Babe
...cholesterol is on the rise. My husband's is still over 200, even on Lipitor.

Did you get a breakdown (HDL/LDL Ratio)? That's more important than the total. My last total about a month ago was 211. But my HDL was great (57, should be over 39), and my LDL was good (83, should be less than 99). My VLDL, however, was high (71, should be 40 or less). Didn't even know that was added to the test -- so now it's THREE numbers that combine for total cholesterol! (Sheesh, before they added that third one, mine would've been only 140! lol)

So it's important to know how it breaks down so you know what to concentrate on. "Total cholesterol" is about as useful as knowing your BMI (i.e., doesn't tell you much).

But good for you on the veg diet -- not sure I could do it myself, but I really should at least try it a couple/few times a week just for health/weight. Good luck and let us know how it goes!
Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 11/30/11 09:56 AM

Tonight i will be rustling up a nice Cajun chicken with assorted roasted veggies. First time i have done it but i know it's going to be tasty smile
Posted By: Frosty

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 11/30/11 06:39 PM

Originally Posted By: J Geoff
Originally Posted By: Sicilian Babe
...cholesterol is on the rise. My husband's is still over 200, even on Lipitor.

Did you get a breakdown (HDL/LDL Ratio)? That's more important than the total. My last total about a month ago was 211. But my HDL was great (57, should be over 39), and my LDL was good (83, should be less than 99). My VLDL, however, was high (71, should be 40 or less). Didn't even know that was added to the test -- so now it's THREE numbers that combine for total cholesterol! (Sheesh, before they added that third one, mine would've been only 140! lol)

So it's important to know how it breaks down so you know what to concentrate on. "Total cholesterol" is about as useful as knowing your BMI (i.e., doesn't tell you much).

But good for you on the veg diet -- not sure I could do it myself, but I really should at least try it a couple/few times a week just for health/weight. Good luck and let us know how it goes!
I have had a problem with this matter most of life. Been on all kinds of medications, finally my doc told me to take a 1,000 mg. fish oil capsure a day and that has helped out with cholesterol, and triglyerides alot.
Posted By: Frosty

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 11/30/11 06:41 PM

Yogi,
Sounds mighty good what time ya want me to fly in lol
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 11/30/11 07:29 PM

JG, he's had high cholesterol ever since he started testing it when he was only in his 20s. ALL his numbers are bad, except his triglycerides. And they've been slowly but steadily raising his Lipitor dose over the years.

So far, it's not bad, but it's only the third day.
Posted By: J Geoff

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 11/30/11 07:32 PM


My triglycerides are pretty damn high, but that's probably from the drinking -- I've been cutting back a bit on that, too...
Posted By: Frosty

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 11/30/11 07:55 PM

If your triglycerides are high they say you should get alot of excercise so you go out and start running and then get hit by a fricken truck . Stick with the drinking it will take longer and you will have more fun.
Posted By: Frosty

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 11/30/11 08:24 PM

I have been fat and I have been thin, I have worked out and ran 16 miles a day now my damm knees are shot . Used to smoke 3 packs of Camels a day. Alot of folks say I don't look my age which is 61 years young. In my brain I feel like a young man, in my body different story. I move slow any more but hell why should I move fast I don't run any more , that thar will get ya . I might walk fast -to- a fight but will never run from nothing. wink and never will. I enjoy my food, booze, etc. I only go to the Dr. when I abouslatly need to . That right thar solves alot of people's problems you go into to those guys and damm every fricken time they give you bad news. WTF Get more money out of ya !

So tonight I am having Linguine and Clam Sauce, Salad, Italian bread, with olive oil and White Wine . wink If the snow comes , might even eat by candle light and blow up my doll. lol
Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 12/01/11 10:06 AM

Originally Posted By: Frosty
Yogi,
Sounds mighty good what time ya want me to fly in lol


Tell you what Frosty. It was damn delicious as well. Spicy and lovely, definitely one to make again tongue
Posted By: Frosty

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 12/01/11 05:01 PM

Yogi, my mouth is a watering . Do you just get a whole chicken, or use piece's ?
Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 12/02/11 09:15 AM

Used a whole chicken Frosty. Bought a pck of Cajun rub and used half of that with olive oil rubbed into the bird. Then the other half of rub and oil went into the roasting tray with roast potatoes, red peppers, white and red onions and garlic. Delicious mate cool
Posted By: Frosty

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 12/02/11 05:15 PM

Originally Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas
Used a whole chicken Frosty. Bought a pck of Cajun rub and used half of that with olive oil rubbed into the bird. Then the other half of rub and oil went into the roasting tray with roast potatoes, red peppers, white and red onions and garlic. Delicious mate cool
Thanks Yogi, I have to try that, and soon we are going to get some more snow and cold weather this weekend so it will hit the spot. YUMMMM
Posted By: Frosty

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 12/03/11 01:04 AM

BQ Ribs, fried oakera Baked beans. Beer
Posted By: J Geoff

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 12/03/11 05:44 AM


Had enough turkey the past week, so went out three nights in a row blush

Wed (Fancy-ish Serenity Cafe)

App: Crisp Calamari Rings tossed in Buffalo Sauce with Gorgonzola Dipping
Entree: Angus NY Strip
Marinated and Grilled Center Cut Strip with Roasted Garlic Mashed, Pearl Onion and Brussel Sprouts with a Black Truffle Red Wine Reduction

Thurs (Outback)

App: Blooming Onion + Caesar Salad
Entree: Wood-Fired Grilled Ahi Tuna
Sashimi-style Yellowfin Ahi Tuna grilled rare and finished with a lemon chive vinaigrette. Served with fresh seasonal mixed veggies (haricots verts)

Fri (Bubbakoo's Burritos)

Steak & Shrimp Bowl w/ you-choose fixings - Rice, Pinto Beans, Shredded Cheese, Jalapenos, Mild & Hot Salsa, Roasted Corn, Guacamole

...who knows what tomorrow will bring!
Posted By: SC

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 12/03/11 05:54 AM

Originally Posted By: J Geoff
...who knows what tomorrow will bring!


A GIGANTIC bowel movement?
Posted By: J Geoff

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 12/03/11 06:13 AM


Quite possible wink
Posted By: Frosty

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 12/03/11 07:30 PM

Originally Posted By: SC
Originally Posted By: J Geoff
...who knows what tomorrow will bring!


A GIGANTIC bowel movement?
lol lolSC you come up with some of the best. Doesn't seem like the bird get it done. But with what he ate and my BQ Ribs , it is a done deal on my side. cool
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 12/04/11 07:57 PM

Staying strictly to the "no meat" diet, but we decided to include seafood. We went to this place last night. Four of us shared the individual Sicilian salad, and it was more than enough. I had the shrimp francese, and it was out of this world. Our friends each had the chicken piccata and my husband had the shrimp parm. The portions were so large that we had no room for dessert!

Tonight I'm making New England Clam Chowder for dinner.
Posted By: Frosty

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 12/05/11 05:37 PM

SB I could not do the no meat thing, good thing you did add the seafood. Is there any place you can get Buffalo, or wild meat , it has to be cooked slower but deer, elk, and such is so much healthier and will not hurt cholesteral.

Just a thought and it is good. UUMMMM
Posted By: Frosty

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 12/06/11 05:28 PM

BLT's Tomato soup .
Posted By: Frosty

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 12/06/11 08:36 PM

Originally Posted By: Sicilian Babe
Staying strictly to the "no meat" diet, but we decided to include seafood. We went to this place last night. Four of us shared the individual Sicilian salad, and it was more than enough. I had the shrimp francese, and it was out of this world. Our friends each had the chicken piccata and my husband had the shrimp parm. The portions were so large that we had no room for dessert!

Tonight I'm making New England Clam Chowder for dinner.
Damm girl, I would loved ta taste yours , Clam Chower I mean't I had some campbells the other night over Linquiene , so when can I come over for yours ?
Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 12/06/11 08:43 PM

Wife made a lovely pasta bake for dinner tonight.

It was deeeeeelishus cool
Posted By: Frosty

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 12/06/11 11:34 PM

Originally Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas
Wife made a lovely pasta bake for dinner tonight.

It was deeeeeelishus cool
K , ya said enough wink you make my mouth water hare, so what is it ? This is not fair, my friend. grin
Posted By: Frosty

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 12/07/11 12:28 AM

Heck with the BLT's having pasta and gravy smell it now !
Posted By: Frosty

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 12/08/11 12:11 AM

Stouffer's Chicken Enchiladas with cheese sauce @ rice with added cheese on top.
Posted By: Frosty

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 12/08/11 01:46 AM

Well folks, on a scale to 10 the above is a 8 add some salsa, extra cheese darn good meal.
Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 12/08/11 04:28 PM

Take out Chinese tonight. Crispy beef in black bean sauce with egg fried rice, noodles and chips...with a tray of sweet and sour ribs to go along cool
Posted By: Frosty

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 12/08/11 04:37 PM

Originally Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas
Take out Chinese tonight. Crispy beef in black bean sauce with egg fried rice, noodles and chips...with a tray of sweet and sour ribs to go along cool
Sounds super my friend ummm.
Posted By: pizzaboy

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 12/08/11 04:38 PM

We had takeout Chinese last night too, Yogi. I ate way too much rice. I'm pretty, er, plugged up this morning whistle.
Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 12/08/11 04:46 PM

I usually get something nice and spicy when we get Chinese, that way when i get a bit plugged with the old rice i have no problems blasting that plug clean out........
Posted By: pizzaboy

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 12/08/11 04:48 PM

Originally Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas
I usually get something nice and spicy when we get Chinese, that way when i get a bit plugged with the old rice i have no problems blasting that plug clean out........

That's why I prefer Japanese, Yogi Boy. The miso soup and seaweed salad will unplug a block of concrete.
Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 12/08/11 04:51 PM

Kebab meat with extra hot chilli sauce usually does the trick for me in that regard tongue
Posted By: Frosty

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 12/08/11 05:36 PM

But only on BB could Tonights Supper turn out to have can drop the Biggest Load !!!!!! lol lol lol

Salute
Posted By: Frosty

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 12/08/11 06:18 PM

Rainbow Trout , fresh with eyes.

Salad,

Baked Pot, sour cream , chives.

Wine
Posted By: SC

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 12/08/11 06:36 PM

Originally Posted By: Frosty
Rainbow Trout , fresh with eyes, Salad, Baked Pot, sour cream , chives, Wine


I prefer Maui Wowee, but Acapulco Gold will do if you have nothing else.
Posted By: pizzaboy

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 12/08/11 06:41 PM

Originally Posted By: SC
I prefer Maui Wowee, but Acapulco Gold will do if you have nothing else.

Hippie tongue.
Posted By: Frosty

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 12/08/11 07:08 PM

lol come on now at least it ain't fricken bullheads, er something ok A Gold and I take out the baked pot wink only to please my friends.
Posted By: Frosty

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 12/09/11 09:17 PM

Phillysteak sandwich with Mushrooms, Onion's,Green Peppers, and Sharp Provolone cheese. It is a ft. long , freshly made @ Philly Ted's in RC, South Dakota. One of these and you unbutton your pants.
Posted By: SC

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 12/09/11 10:27 PM

Leftover brisket for me. It came out tougher than an Army boot. mad
Posted By: Frosty

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 12/10/11 03:03 AM

SC, had a couple phone calls, never got out to get my sandwich. So started a batch of Chilli , It will taste better tomorrow but gonna have a couple bowls tonight. Old men like me like soup and and soft stuff. lol
Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 12/11/11 08:55 AM

Spicy fajitas last night.

Traditional English sunday lunch today. Roast beef, yorkshire puddings and a plethora of veggies. My sort of a feast cool
Posted By: Frosty

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 12/11/11 04:01 PM

Originally Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas
Spicy fajitas last night.

Traditional English sunday lunch today. Roast beef, yorkshire puddings and a plethora of veggies. My sort of a feast cool
Samething my friend, but do not have the yorkshire puddings darn.
Posted By: Frosty

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 12/11/11 09:44 PM

Woops, It was Pork, and it smells damm good !
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 12/11/11 11:15 PM

Keeping with the non-meat diet, steaks for the kids, but pasta piselli for us. It's cold here in NY, so this should be perfect.
Posted By: Frosty

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 12/12/11 04:10 PM

SB. that is will power. But I would be eyeing the kids steaks. lol
Posted By: Frosty

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 12/12/11 09:51 PM

Chilli , and cheese.
Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 12/13/11 04:28 PM

Home made spicy tomato soup tonight. Good job as well cos it's bitter cold outside uhwhat
Posted By: Frosty

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 12/13/11 09:30 PM

Yard Bird, but not sure how I am going to fix it , plucked and ready lol
Posted By: J Geoff

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 12/13/11 11:39 PM

Originally Posted By: Frosty
Yard Bird, but not sure how I am going to fix it , plucked and ready lol

Uhhh... like, a blue jay or something?? sick
Posted By: Frosty

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 12/13/11 11:54 PM

Originally Posted By: J Geoff
Originally Posted By: Frosty
Yard Bird, but not sure how I am going to fix it , plucked and ready lol

Uhhh... like, a blue jay or something?? sick
lol A hudderight chicken, that is what we call them out here. wink But they haven't any stuff fed to them and haven't had to go to rehab, or kept in a cage and then wacked, with alot of fat. wink They have a a good life feed good things and get so big and it is the time. Sound's alot like life for all of us . lol
Posted By: Frosty

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 12/16/11 01:08 AM

Beef Roast, tator's, mixed veg's ! Wine ! And be Thankful for it.

GB
Posted By: Frosty

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 12/16/11 02:21 AM

Wish we could have one big GBB party !
Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 12/17/11 12:21 PM

The other day it was Mrs. B's birthday and she wanted Indian food for her dinner. So we had chicken tikka dupiaza, onion bhajis, mushroom pilau rice, chips, popadoms and tikka naan bread. All washed down with ice cold lager!!

Scrumptious smile
Posted By: Frosty

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 12/17/11 07:12 PM

Yogi,

If this board ever has a party put on by JGeoff I think you ought to make the menu.

Tonight for me Sloppy Joe's, and Chips. Beer
Posted By: J Geoff

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 12/18/11 06:17 AM

Originally Posted By: Frosty
Yogi,
If this board ever has a party put on by JGeoff I think you ought to make the menu.

No way... I have no idea what he said!! lol
Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 12/18/11 09:29 AM

That Indian food may be damn tasty....but it has it's revenge the next day!!!!

The old Delhi belly sick
Posted By: SC

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 12/18/11 09:30 AM

Originally Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas
That Indian food may be damn tasty....but it has it's revenge the next day!!!!

The old Delhi belly


Or Bombay Bombs Away.
Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 12/18/11 09:39 AM

Something like that lol lol
Posted By: Frosty

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 12/21/11 08:54 PM

Coney Island hot dog's , and FF's!

Beef hot dogs and homemade left over chille, hot sauce , and onion's . Might even have some cheese on it.
Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 12/22/11 02:06 PM

A huge bowl of corned beef and potato soup last night.

Mrs. B went all Irish on our asses lol
Posted By: Frosty

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 12/22/11 08:35 PM

Originally Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas
A huge bowl of corned beef and potato soup last night.

Mrs. B went all Irish on our asses lol
;)sounds mighty good Yogi. I love that waiting for St. Pattys .

Tonight goulash.
Posted By: J Geoff

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 12/23/11 02:06 AM


Had the entire fam over tonight for beef tenderloin w/ au jus, garlic-toasted mashed potatoes, wild mushroom risotto, roasted brussels sprouts, garlic bread, and homemade Italian anise cookies. My back's killing me, but it's always worth it!
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 12/23/11 02:46 AM

Sounds lovely, Geoff. I've never done risotto as a side dish, only as an entree. I'm sure your family appreciated it.
Posted By: J Geoff

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 12/23/11 06:38 AM


It's enough work to be an entree! But it's typically an app or side, so... get to work! lol wink
Posted By: DickNose_Moltasanti

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 12/23/11 07:33 AM

Anyone got any different recipes for roast pull pork sandwiches they've been going down the gutter in South Phila.
Posted By: carmela

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 12/23/11 01:44 PM

Originally Posted By: DickNose_Moltasanti
Anyone got any different recipes for roast pull pork sandwiches they've been going down the gutter in South Phila.


Are you serious? This is a mafia blog and you're looking for recipes for pulled pork sandwiches? Try the new Rachael Ray website.
Posted By: Mark

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 12/23/11 02:36 PM

Originally Posted By: carmela
Originally Posted By: DickNose_Moltasanti
Anyone got any different recipes for roast pull pork sandwiches they've been going down the gutter in South Phila.


Are you serious? This is a mafia blog and you're looking for recipes for pulled pork sandwiches? Try the new Rachael Ray website.

lol lol OHHH!
Reminds me of Frankie Five Angels: "Fredo, where's the peppers & salsicce?!?"
Carmella - in the words of Furio; "Atsa gooda one!"
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 12/24/11 01:49 AM

Geoff, I make a seafood risotto with shrimp and scallops. I add them at the very end, when the risotto is almost done, then some butter, grated cheese and cream. Just before serving, I spray a bit of truffle oil on top. Delicious.
Posted By: carmela

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 12/24/11 02:06 AM

Originally Posted By: Sicilian Babe
Geoff, I make a seafood risotto with shrimp and scallops. I add them at the very end, when the risotto is almost done, then some butter, grated cheese and cream. Just before serving, I spray a bit of truffle oil on top. Delicious.


mmmm That is my kind of meal. Almost worth the 10k extra miles on the eliptical. lol
My husband loves this as well. Of course he doesn't care as much about the calories. lol
Posted By: Signor Vitelli

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 12/24/11 04:27 AM

Originally Posted By: DickNose_Moltasanti
Anyone got any different recipes for roast pull pork sandwiches they've been going down the gutter in South Phila.


The website Recipe.com has a bunch of them. Perhaps one or more of them might be what you're looking for.

Pulled Pork Sandwich Recipes

And remember: Pulling pork is okay. Choking the chicken is not. wink

Signor V.
Posted By: DickNose_Moltasanti

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 12/24/11 04:42 AM

Thanks ..Signor choke the chicken,,Now Go get your shinebox!..

My grandfather choked a goat in a foxhole in WW2..it was him or the goat, it wouldn't shut the hell up.
Posted By: Frosty

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 12/24/11 07:17 PM

Originally Posted By: Signor Vitelli
Originally Posted By: DickNose_Moltasanti
Anyone got any different recipes for roast pull pork sandwiches they've been going down the gutter in South Phila.


The website Recipe.com has a bunch of them. Perhaps one or more of them might be what you're looking for.

Pulled Pork Sandwich Recipes

And remember: Pulling pork is okay. Choking the chicken is not. wink

Signor V.
wink Neither is whipping the Lizzard, It is all a matter of beating the meat . Just sayen .
Posted By: Frosty

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 12/24/11 07:49 PM

Getting back to the topic ! I have always loved Oyster Stew , cold cuts,cheese's, crackers on Christmas Eve. It is light and when you know your going to eat a big meal on Christmas Day . It was the thing when my daughter was little and we had family over , opening up gifts and tree, and such. I still like it and still do it. It's all good. You remember the Good Times. And watch some specials on TV.
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 12/24/11 08:28 PM

Originally Posted By: carmela
Originally Posted By: Sicilian Babe
Geoff, I make a seafood risotto with shrimp and scallops. I add them at the very end, when the risotto is almost done, then some butter, grated cheese and cream. Just before serving, I spray a bit of truffle oil on top. Delicious.


mmmm That is my kind of meal. Almost worth the 10k extra miles on the eliptical. lol
My husband loves this as well. Of course he doesn't care as much about the calories. lol


Carmela, believe it or not, it only comes out to about 400 calories per serving! The whole thing is about 1650 calories, and easily serves 5 or 6 people. That makes it even MORE delicious! lol
Posted By: Signor Vitelli

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 12/24/11 09:11 PM

Originally Posted By: Frosty
I have always loved Oyster Stew...


Me too. wink

Signor V.

Posted By: Frosty

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 12/24/11 10:00 PM

Originally Posted By: Signor Vitelli
Originally Posted By: Frosty
I have always loved Oyster Stew...


Me too. wink

Signor V.

My friend , I usually add some corn, and cream to mine. How about you ?
Posted By: Frosty

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 12/25/11 07:36 PM

A stomach pump, soft bed, sleep . whistle
Posted By: Frosty

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 12/26/11 05:43 PM

Big decisions today, make Ham and Bean Soup, Scalloped Ham, Ham Salad,Ham and Cheese Sandwichs One thing for sure it is gonna be Ham lol
Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 12/26/11 07:12 PM

Christmas Eve we had a beautiful gammon joint. Christmas Day we had turkey with every trimming imagineable. Today we has the turkey leftovers in a tasty home made curry!!

For my pals in here who are my buddies on Facey B, they may have seen the pics i posted of my food over the festive period smile
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 12/27/11 01:33 AM

Yogi, sounds like a lovely holiday!

We had the fish feast on Christmas Eve, as is our tradition. Then we ended our no-meat-month with a rib roast at my MIL's on Christmas Day. Very nice! My MIL requested Asti, but we also brought a bottle of Veuve du Vernay, a lovely (and ridiculously inexpensive) French sparkling wine introduced to us by our British friends.
Posted By: J Geoff

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 12/27/11 05:24 AM

Originally Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas
Christmas Eve we had a beautiful gammon joint.

Is that Colombian or Hawaiian? whistle
Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 12/27/11 04:24 PM

Originally Posted By: J Geoff
Originally Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas
Christmas Eve we had a beautiful gammon joint.

Is that Colombian or Hawaiian? whistle


Erm.....English?? wink
Posted By: Frosty

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 12/28/11 04:54 AM

lol Funny thing about joints around hare. I wonder if they like brownies grin
Posted By: XDCX

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/05/12 02:12 AM

Grilled cheese. I think I've posted "grilled cheese" every time I've contributed to this thread! lol
Posted By: XDCX

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/07/12 01:09 AM

We're having leftover pozole tonight. Delicious!!
Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/07/12 10:25 AM

Home made veggie soup last night!

Gammon steaks with fried eggs(3 please), chips and peas tonight!!

Yum yum smile
Posted By: Frosty

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/08/12 08:14 PM

Sounds good gents, with this colder weather soup and sandwichs sound fantastic.

Sorry Yogi but what is a Gammon steak ? and chips (fried tators)?
Posted By: XDCX

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/09/12 01:28 AM

Leftover Chinese food!
Posted By: SC

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/09/12 03:37 AM

Originally Posted By: XDCX
Leftover Chinese food!


The way you eat, how are there ever any leftovers?
Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/09/12 11:00 AM

Originally Posted By: Frosty
Sounds good gents, with this colder weather soup and sandwichs sound fantastic.

Sorry Yogi but what is a Gammon steak ? and chips (fried tators)?



Gammon is just like bacon and chips is what we Brits call fries Frost!!
Posted By: Frosty

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/11/12 06:24 PM

Originally Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas
Originally Posted By: Frosty
Sounds good gents, with this colder weather soup and sandwichs sound fantastic.

Sorry Yogi but what is a Gammon steak ? and chips (fried tators)?



Gammon is just like bacon and chips is what we Brits call fries Frost!!
Thank you Yogi, sounds super in cold weather.
Posted By: carmela

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/11/12 07:42 PM

Medieval Times to celebrate my daughter's birthday, which is Monday. So, I guess that means chicken. With my hands. lol
Posted By: carmela

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/12/12 04:15 AM

Are you talking to me, Frosty? If you are, you're out of line.
Posted By: DickNose_Moltasanti

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/12/12 07:14 AM


Are you going to slaughter it yourself?

Originally Posted By: carmela
Medieval Times to celebrate my daughter's birthday, which is Monday. So, I guess that means chicken. With my hands. lol
Posted By: Mark

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/21/12 11:55 PM

KFC tonight. Extra crispy chicken with mashed potatoes, biscuits, gravy & cole slaw. Not very healthy but very yummy!
Posted By: carmela

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/22/12 12:07 AM

Originally Posted By: Mark
KFC tonight. Extra crispy chicken with mashed potatoes, biscuits, gravy & cole slaw. Not very healthy but very yummy!


But the question is, Mark: will you be eating that chicken with your hands? cool
Posted By: Mark

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/22/12 12:09 AM

Originally Posted By: carmela
Originally Posted By: Mark
KFC tonight. Extra crispy chicken with mashed potatoes, biscuits, gravy & cole slaw. Not very healthy but very yummy!


But the question is, Mark: will you be eating that chicken with your hands? cool

lol Absolutely! Finger lickin' good! lol
Posted By: carmela

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/22/12 12:10 AM

Originally Posted By: Mark
Originally Posted By: carmela
Originally Posted By: Mark
KFC tonight. Extra crispy chicken with mashed potatoes, biscuits, gravy & cole slaw. Not very healthy but very yummy!


But the question is, Mark: will you be eating that chicken with your hands? cool

lol Absolutely! Finger lickin' good! lol


grin wink
Posted By: Mark

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/22/12 12:17 AM

Originally Posted By: carmela
Originally Posted By: Mark
Originally Posted By: carmela
Originally Posted By: Mark
KFC tonight. Extra crispy chicken with mashed potatoes, biscuits, gravy & cole slaw. Not very healthy but very yummy!


But the question is, Mark: will you be eating that chicken with your hands? cool

lol Absolutely! Finger lickin' good! lol


grin wink

blush
Posted By: Frosty

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/22/12 04:20 AM

Mark,

I love chicken, prefer not so much grease , but ya can use a papertowel , and such but I also love the crunchy . Heck we ain't gonna live forever, and what I eat I wanna eat, mashed tators ,gravey, corn, on the cob, with butter, salt and pepper, cole slaw, beans ya got it ! Life is short but while here, do it to it !

Getter Done !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!


Frosty
Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/23/12 12:41 PM

My wife made a lovely mushroom rissoto last night.

Most tasty smile
Posted By: Mark

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/23/12 06:21 PM

My wife has school tonight so it's fresh & tasty pizza delivered, big comfy couch and hot Blackhawks vs Dallas! My daughter & her BF are going to the game (her first) and they are going to try and get in the background fan scenes of the live pregame show and intermission shots on Comcast Sportsnet. I have to DVR the game so Mrs. Mark can see if she makes it on television after class! I tried to get her to play hooky tonight but she is one of those hard driven serious types... what the heck is she doing with me?!? uhwhat
Posted By: carmela

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/24/12 01:47 AM

Originally Posted By: Mark
My wife has school tonight so it's fresh & tasty pizza delivered, big comfy couch and hot Blackhawks vs Dallas! My daughter & her BF are going to the game (her first) and they are going to try and get in the background fan scenes of the live pregame show and intermission shots on Comcast Sportsnet. I have to DVR the game so Mrs. Mark can see if she makes it on television after class! I tried to get her to play hooky tonight but she is one of those hard driven serious types... what the heck is she doing with me?!? uhwhat


The nerve of your wife!! grin

Well, did you see your daughter?
Posted By: Mark

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/26/12 12:20 AM

Originally Posted By: carmela
Originally Posted By: Mark
My wife has school tonight so it's fresh & tasty pizza delivered, big comfy couch and hot Blackhawks vs Dallas! My daughter & her BF are going to the game (her first) and they are going to try and get in the background fan scenes of the live pregame show and intermission shots on Comcast Sportsnet. I have to DVR the game so Mrs. Mark can see if she makes it on television after class! I tried to get her to play hooky tonight but she is one of those hard driven serious types... what the heck is she doing with me?!? uhwhat


The nerve of your wife!! grin

Well, did you see your daughter?

Unfortunately, no. frown
It was snowing pretty bad and they got there a little late. Plus, Dallas won 3-1 so over all a pretty crappy night - except for the pizza! grin
Posted By: Frosty

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/28/12 11:59 PM

Ham, and Bean , with fresh carrot's, onion ! Soup ! The best !
Posted By: Mark

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/29/12 12:20 AM

Mrs. Mark bringing home pizza, fried mushrooms and Italian Beefs from our local pizzeria! MMM - MMM! Good leftovers for lunch tomorrow!
Posted By: Signor Vitelli

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 03/06/12 09:34 AM

Been working my tail off at home for the last several days - Purim (sorta the Jewish equivalent of Halloween) is this week, and it is my busiest time of the year.

So, now for a brief (very brief) respite, and a nice homemade meat sauce - ground sirloin, plum tomatoes, lotsa garlic, minimal spices, and I'm off to cook some pasta for the waiting sauce.

Actually, it should be "this morning's dinner" - it's just after 4:30am here in Vitelli territory!

If I rest, I rust...but Rust Never Sleeps! wink

Signor V.
Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 03/06/12 01:46 PM

I am making lasagne tonight!
Posted By: Mark

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 03/07/12 12:21 AM

Originally Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas
I am making lasagne tonight!

Don't use cottage cheese and ketchup! wink
Posted By: pizzaboy

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 03/07/12 08:16 PM

Probably ordering Chinese take-out tonight.
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 03/08/12 12:58 PM

Ham and muenster cheese sandwich. I had to volunteer at my daughter's high school musical benefit performance. My older daughter cooked dinner for herself and her dad, but they didn't leave us mice any leftovers. frown
Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 03/08/12 01:29 PM

Originally Posted By: Mark
Originally Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas
I am making lasagne tonight!

Don't use cottage cheese and ketchup! wink


Er...whoops wink
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 03/18/12 01:38 AM

Skipped the corned beef and cabbage and made a shepherd's pie instead. Ground lamb sauteed with onions, parsley, rosemary. carrots and peas, along with some chicken stock and tomato paste. Then spread it all in a pan topped with mashed potatoes. I sprinkled the potatoes with some seasoned salt and baked it until the potatoes browned. It was rather nice.
Posted By: klydon1

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 03/19/12 09:16 PM

I got my corned beef and cabbage on St. Patrick's night. My wife and I attended a wedding reception earlier, and later dropped by our Knights of Columbus Club, which had the outdoor deck and bar open as it was like summer. It was jammed inside and out, but I got there just in time to get one of the last dinners at around 9:30pm. It was almost surreal having it outside with temps in the upper 60s. I wasn't hungry, but I couldn't pass it up.
Posted By: Signor Vitelli

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 03/22/12 08:02 PM

For St. Patrick's Day, I decided not to make the Shepherd's Pie I had been contemplating, and instead made an Irish Stew. Quite delicious. Hadn't done one of these in several years. Just the other day, I stored the last of it in my freezer. Always good to have something like this on hand.

Unfortunately, behind nearly every silver lining lurks a cloud. In this case:

The Irish Soda Bread Disaster

I am groaning out loud right now, as the memories come flooding back to me.

Now, I am usually a pretty good cook, but when it comes to baking from scratch, I can be (and usually am) incredibly bad. It takes me several attempts at a recipe until it comes out of my oven in an edible form. My wife had a near-magic touch when she baked. My touch can be more like the kiss of death.

And, so, this past St. Patrick's Day, I decided to try my hand at making soda bread for the very first time. I've been saving various recipes for over thirty years, and found one for soda bread that appeared to have promise. Nothing too elaborate, just a basic traditional recipe that seemed appealing. I figured it would go well with the stew simmering on the stove top.

Wrong.

I followed the instructions just about to the letter, but ultimately ended up with a round loaf that was rock hard on the outside, quite undercooked on the inside, far too dense... as a matter of fact, if I had drilled a hole through the middle, it would have made an excellent barbell plate. But, as an edible item, it most certainly fell short. I actually broke my favorite steak knife on it. The drill bit probably would have broken, as well...

Since it was of no use - other than as a possible doorstop or lethal projectile (think OddJob from the movie "Goldfinger"), it was consigned to the trash.

But, since I absolutely hate to admit defeat in the kitchen, I will go back to the drawing board and, more than likely, make several trial runs between now and St. Patrick's Day 2013.

Live and learn. rolleyes

Signor V.
Posted By: Mark

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 03/22/12 11:53 PM

Pizza - first course, Sports Night on WGN Radio - second course and hanging out in the BB tonight for dessert!
Posted By: J Geoff

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 03/23/12 05:38 AM

Originally Posted By: Signor Vitelli
I absolutely hate to admit defeat in the kitchen, I will go back to the drawing board and, more than likely, make several trial runs between now and St. Patrick's Day 2013.

When in doubt, just refer to either Alton Brown or America's Test Kitchen/Cook's Illustrated...
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 03/23/12 06:11 PM

The Barefoot Contessa has an excellent Irish Soda Bread recipe that I got from my SIL. However, I substitute raisins for her currants, only because I like raisins better.

http://www.foodnetwork.com/recipes/ina-garten/irish-soda-bread-recipe/index.html
Posted By: Hisenberg

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 03/26/12 05:12 AM

A delicious dorrito taco from the bell
Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 03/27/12 09:33 AM

Tonight i am preparing a chicken in cider sauce, which may not sound appetising but actually is!! Lets be fair, you can pour cider on anything and make it nice......apart from breakfast cereal perhaps???
Posted By: Mark

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 04/01/12 03:32 PM

Mrs. Mark's favorite - BBQ grilled T-Bone steaks, sauteed onions, peppers and mushrooms, baked potatoes with butter & sour cream and a fresh tossed salad last night. Outback ain't got nothing on us! Yummy!
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 04/01/12 05:51 PM

Sounds delicious! I am salivating.

We went out last night with my mom and brother and his wife. We went to a local family-style Italian place. We ordered some salads, a few appetizers, a penne vodka and one chicken francese. It fed seven of us with tons left over. We then ordered the family brownie sundae. It's three huge brownies topped with at least 10 scoops of ice cream, chocolate syrup and whipped cream. We couldn't get up out of our chairs.
Posted By: Mark

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 04/01/12 06:31 PM

Hand me a spoon!
Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 04/03/12 07:50 PM

My daughter has just made me some fusilli pasta with spicy sausage and a spicy arriabata sauce to go with it. Very tasty i have to say.......
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 04/04/12 01:18 AM

Yogi, isn't it a wonderful treat when the kids start to cook for you?? Sounds like she's got talent, too!

Last night we had a rib roast. It was delightfully rare and juicy, a lovely brown gravy, baked potatoes and cauliflower with cheese sauce. I'm getting hungry again just thinking about it.
Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 04/10/12 01:58 PM

I am always hungry......and thirsty tongue
Posted By: klydon1

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 04/15/12 04:50 PM

Last night I had a delicious dinner at a wonderful, nearby Japanese restaurant with family and friends.
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 04/15/12 10:50 PM

Love good Japanese. We frequent one of those Chinese buffets that for some reason also has sushi. Their sushi was always mediocre, but they must have gotten a new sushi chef and the last time we went it was outstanding, and it was unlimited. I definitely got my money's worth that night!
Posted By: SC

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 04/15/12 11:13 PM

Don't ever order take-out food when you're hungry.

I had Chinese food delivered tonight. I'll be eating it for the next three days.

(I ordered too much food) blush
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 04/16/12 01:56 AM

I LOVE having leftover Chinese in the fridge. That's the best! If you're afraid it would go to waste, give me a call. I'll even bring my own fork! LOL
Posted By: SC

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 04/16/12 02:14 AM

Originally Posted By: Sicilian Babe
If you're afraid it would go to waste, give me a call. I'll even bring my own fork! LOL


Go to waste??? You gotta be kidding. KiKi and I are already squaring off over the General Tso's chicken.
Posted By: dontommasino

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 04/16/12 02:15 AM

Steak (Delmonico)
Baked Potato
Corn on the Cob
Posted By: Signor Vitelli

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 04/16/12 04:36 AM

Tonight's dinner?

Comfort Food

That's it, plain and simple. Whatever it is, it had better be comfort food tonight.

It's after midnight, I'm nursing a bad knee, and I don't give a monkey's you-know-what about eating healthy, or "portion control" or any of that. I feel like channeling Mr. Creosote. But, whatever it is, if I can't finish it all, into the refrigerator it goes. Tomorrow is another day.

But, right now, it damn well better be comfort food.

Signor V.
Posted By: klydon1

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 04/16/12 02:51 PM

Last night we grilled marinatedchicken, but the main course was a variety of pizzas my wife made: broccoli, buffalo chicken, and a regular cheese. We'll be having the leftovers after my son's baseball game.
Posted By: XDCX

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 04/28/12 10:03 PM

Last night's dinner: In-N-Out.

Posted By: J Geoff

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 04/29/12 05:08 AM

Originally Posted By: XDCX
Last night's dinner: In-N-Out.

I haven't gotten your overnight FedEx package yet...!
Posted By: SC

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 04/29/12 05:25 AM

Geoff.... I tried your steamed hamburger recipe. Came out pretty good (even if I did forget to put cheese on it).
Posted By: J Geoff

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 04/29/12 06:36 AM


Of course they did. wink But the burgers aren't steamed, the onions beneath them are. Man, gotta hit White Rose again!
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 04/29/12 07:30 PM

X, those look SOOOOOO good. Really delicious.

I dry-rubbed three racks of ribs yesterday, then my husband slow-cooked them with hickory chips. I also made macaroni and cheese, baked beans and I baked cornbread (adding half a can of creamed corn to the recipe, which eliminated the dryness you can get with cornbread). They were delicious. There were about six or eight ribs left, and I was looking forward to eating them today, but my daughter's friends dropped by around midnight and finished them off.
Posted By: J Geoff

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 05/03/12 11:26 PM


I actually cooked tonight! eek

Made a couple Cornish Game Hens w/ Garlic, Rosemary, and Lemon with a stock/white wine/butter pan sauce. Served with roasted fennel and potatoes (a la Lipton onion soup mix). Delish. Based on this recipe -- halved, except for the sauce. Don't halve the sauce!

Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 05/04/12 12:09 AM

Looks lovely and delicious.
Posted By: Signor Vitelli

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 05/04/12 05:52 AM

Looks quite appetizing - though I have to say that the sprig of rosemary jutting out from the bird's, ah... nether regions is extremely off-putting. tongue

Signor V.
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 05/11/12 06:35 PM

Thanks to rising cholesterol numbers, my husband and I went completely vegetarian (although we did eat fish) for a month. We found it a bit too extreme, so now we try to have a vegetarian dinner at least two nights per week. One night we will do pasta with vegetables, like zucchini, peas or pasta fagioli. Sometimes we will have spinach and red beans with a bit of broth. One or two other nights, we'll have seafood.

I've been experimenting with both swai and tilapia. They are nice and tasty, very mild. I also have learned to make a very good risotto with shrimp and scallops. Last night I coated tilapia with a mixture of panko, shredded cheddar and spices and broiled it. Not bad, but I prefer grilling it in a foil pouch.
Posted By: dontommasino

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 05/17/12 01:47 PM

For Mother's Day we did:

Asian Salad
Steak
Rainbow Trout
Mashed Potatoes
Asparagus
Corn on the Cob
Bread
Lemon Meringue Pie
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 05/17/12 05:18 PM

Sounds delicious. I love trout.
Posted By: dontommasino

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 05/17/12 06:01 PM

Originally Posted By: Sicilian Babe
Sounds delicious. I love trout.


The corn on the cob was actually pretty good considering it's "out of season" here in Ontario. The best corn on the cob around here is about 2 1/2-3 hours east of Toronto near Kingston and Belleville in Prince Edward County.
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 05/17/12 10:25 PM

My husband was recently in Canada to visit his company's Montreal and Toronto offices. In Montreal, he stayed in the Hotel Le Germain and loved it. They offer a special dinner of several courses, chef's choice, and he said it was out of this world.

In Toronto, he stayed in The Cosmopolitan and didn't like it at all. He's stayed in both the Hilton and the Sheraton in the past and much preferred them. The manager of the Toronto office took him to Ki for sushi and he said it was great.
Posted By: dontommasino

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 05/18/12 10:08 PM

Looks like dinner tonight is:

- Chicken Burgers
- Hot Dogs
- BBQ'ed potatoes
Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 05/25/12 09:41 AM

Last night my wife made me some salmon and home made potato salad...which was absolutely gorgeous smile
Posted By: dontommasino

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 05/31/12 01:42 PM

It was chinese food from Szechuan Gourmet here in Toronto, I think we've discussed it briefly a number of years ago, we ordered Crispy Ginger Chicken, General Tso Chicken, Lemon Chicken, Szechuan Beef, Shanghai Chicken Noodle and Chicken Fried Rice. As you can tell we like Chicken dishes in our house. The food was very good, spicy, but not too spicy and they didn't inundate the Crispy Ginger Chicken in the sauce like they sometimes do.
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 05/31/12 05:16 PM

We ate at Spadina Garden when we were in Toronto, and really liked it. Have you eaten there?
Posted By: dontommasino

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 05/31/12 06:07 PM

Originally Posted By: Sicilian Babe
We ate at Spadina Garden when we were in Toronto, and really liked it. Have you eaten there?


Nope, never been.
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 05/31/12 08:33 PM

Originally Posted By: dontommasino
Originally Posted By: Sicilian Babe
We ate at Spadina Garden when we were in Toronto, and really liked it. Have you eaten there?


Nope, never been.


Highly recommended. Quite good and very inexpensive.
Posted By: Mark

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 05/31/12 11:04 PM

It's like a cold rainy fall day here in Chicagoland! So... oven baked chicken breasts, steamed rice, corn and fresh baked cornbread.
Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 06/03/12 09:22 AM

Today to celebrate our old Queens 3,000 years on the throne we are having a Jubilee feast!!

Sausage rolls, roast beef sandwiches, egg and bacon pie, victoria sponges, pimms and champagne....all eaten whilst singing God Save the Queen over and over lol lol
Posted By: klydon1

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 06/03/12 07:14 PM

Enjoy the feast, Yogi, and the day off tomorrow.
Posted By: J Geoff

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 06/04/12 07:53 AM

Originally Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas
...whilst singing God Save the Queen over and over lol lol

Nice! Good to know another Sex Pistols fan! grin wink



And man, the boys look so young in this!!
Posted By: dontommasino

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 06/04/12 03:26 PM

We had the family over for dinner yesterday and since nobody felt like cooking we ordered Smoked Meat from Centre Street Deli. Smoked Meat is a Montreal invention and this is the Wikipedia definition:

Quote:
Montreal-style smoked meat, Montreal smoked meat or simply smoked meat in Montreal (French: viande fumée or du smoked meat), is a type of kosher-style deli meat product made by salting and curing beef brisket with spices. The brisket is allowed to absorb the flavours over a week, and is then hot smoked to cook through, and finally steamed to completion.

Although the preparation methods may be similar, Montreal smoked meat is cured in seasoning with more cracked peppercorns and aromatic spices, such as coriander, and significantly less sugar than New York pastrami.[1] The meat is typically served in the form of a rye bread sandwich slathered with mustard. While some Montreal smoked meat is brine-cured like corned beef, with spices applied later, many smoked meat establishments prefer dry-curing directly with salt and spices.


It's a Jewish Montrealer's treat! We had it with French Fries, Potato Salad, Coleslaw and Karnatzel.
Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 06/05/12 08:22 AM

Originally Posted By: klydon1
Enjoy the feast, Yogi, and the day off tomorrow.


Thanks Klyd, we did enjoy the feast and its a 4 day weekend off for this baby cool
Posted By: dontommasino

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 06/06/12 10:29 PM

There are severe thunderstorms rolling through the GTA (Greater Toronto Area) so it looks like Shake & Bake (and I didn't help) with mashed potatoes.
Posted By: SC

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 06/06/12 10:35 PM

Originally Posted By: dontommasino
There are severe thunderstorms rolling through the GTA (Greater Toronto Area) so it looks like Shake & Bake (and I didn't help) with mashed potatoes.


That's a good dinner every once in awhile.

Don't you have places that deliver food?
Posted By: dontommasino

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 06/06/12 10:38 PM

Originally Posted By: SC
Originally Posted By: dontommasino
There are severe thunderstorms rolling through the GTA (Greater Toronto Area) so it looks like Shake & Bake (and I didn't help) with mashed potatoes.


That's a good dinner every once in awhile.

Don't you have places that deliver food?


No...Canada hasn't progressed that far as a civilization yet wink
Posted By: SC

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 06/06/12 10:43 PM

It might be just as well; it can get very expensive if you do it a lot. I now limit myself to once every two weeks ... it used to be 3 or 4 times a week.

I eat better now (I know exactly what is going into my homecooked food), I eat A LOT cheaper and I can control my portion sizes better.

Still, it's nice to get a pizza and hero or some Chinese food delivered . ohwell
Posted By: dontommasino

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 06/06/12 10:46 PM

I was just messing with you, of course we have delivery, we just usually order in whatever food we want and pick it up instead of having it delivered.
Posted By: SC

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 06/06/12 11:07 PM

Originally Posted By: dontommasino
I was just messing with you, of course we have delivery ...


One never knows with Canada. tongue
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 06/07/12 02:31 AM

Oh, Canada....

It was my husband's birthday today, and he requested Swai. I basted it with a garlic/butter/white wine/lemon combo and then sprinkled it with seasoned salt. I wrapped each filet in foil and threw them on the grill. We had rice and spinach with it, and a nice cake for dessert. My mom bought him a bottle of Asti to go with dinner and my daughter bought a bottle of Riesling. Very nice night.
Posted By: Five_Felonies

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 06/15/12 01:59 AM

this is my first post outside the oc forum, been scrolling through this thread for the past few days and wow some of you eat like kings! a buddy of mine was in town for a few days that i havent seen in about 4 years due to his military service to it was a nice surprise to hear from him. he told me that he was going to take me out but only if he payed, so after a minute of fake protesting on my part i reluctently agreed smile we went to the court jester in freehold, a nice little bar in the downtown area. i got a dish that was sauteed shrimp and scallops in some sort of a cream sauce that seemed to have some hot sauce and cajun seasoning worked into it somehow served over a rice pilaf. i gotta say it was amazing! the rice was seasoned perfectly and was freshly made(great mexican cook there). for $10 it was great. 4 pints of good old shinerbock which was really good and a double of jameson neat and i was feeling pretty good, even better not having to worry about driving as my buddy was taking it easy. after that it was off to huddys in colts neck for many pints of blue moon and popcorn. came home and tapped into some white wine and a cold slice of pizza and then a good nights drunken sleep. had to work early today but actually woke up feeling pretty good.
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 06/15/12 06:28 PM

Sounds like a fun night!
Posted By: Five_Felonies

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 06/16/12 01:09 AM

got some nice hot italian sausage from wegmans today. planning on making sausage and peppers. im no slouch in the kitchen but im looking for input from SB and pizzaboy, but any input is welcome! this is what i did, sliced some red and green bell peppers, some onion and whole garlic cloves sliced in half. seasoned with sea salt, fresh cracked pepper, dried oregano and crushed red pepper and tossed with EVOO. layered the veggies in the bottem of a glass baking dish with the sausages on top and they are roasting at 375 for about 25 minutes to start before i toss the veg and flip the sausage and continue roasting untill done. after its finished cooking and cooled im gonna slice the sausage on a biased and add to the roasted veg and a small amount of home made gravy as its called by you italians(im german). simmer and serve on some nice bread. is this okay or what should i change for next time?
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 06/16/12 02:56 AM

I usually fry my peppers separately and don't really use spices, as I want the flavor of the peppers to come through. Sounds like you have a nice recipe there, though.

Are you from Germany?
Posted By: Five_Felonies

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 06/16/12 03:18 AM

Originally Posted By: Sicilian Babe
I usually fry my peppers separately and don't really use spices, as I want the flavor of the peppers to come through. Sounds like you have a nice recipe there, though.

Are you from Germany?
no, just an american guy in his late 20's trying to make something good in new jersey. i usually fry the peppers and onions seperatly also but i dont seem to get as much depth of flavor even in a well seasoned cast iron skillet as i do roasting in the oven, also figured that the sausage dripping would help flavor the veg and i wasnt disappointed at all! jacked the oven up to 400 about halfway through and that seemed to help with the browning of both the sausage and the veg. honestly it came out as good as i could of hoped, just need better bread next time smile also wanted to maybe add some peperoncini and maybe a slice of some nice aged provalone next time but i dont want to over complicate things as it seems the basis of good italian cooking is the simpler the better.
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 06/16/12 03:27 AM

I still use my mom's cast iron skillet. Nothing beats it!

Getting ready for my daughter's graduation party tomorrow. Making six pounds of penne vodka, six london broils that will be marinated in soy sauce/red wine/black pepper, and a salad. I already baked a turkey breast which we'll slice and serve cold with some American cheese and fresh-baked rolls from the local bakery.

Beforehand, we'll just do cheeses with fruit, a warm spinach and artichoke dip, Chex Mix, Veggie Straws and good old chips and onion dip. Bought a case of Corona, two cases of wine, and we're ready to go.
Posted By: Five_Felonies

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 06/16/12 03:38 AM

corona is great in the summer, although i strangely prefer modelo in the can a tip for coronas in the summer is substitute the lime for a real sweet wedge of orange, sounds strange but its GOOOD! also if you have some picky women at the party that arent big fans of beer, same thing, corona with an orange but add a splash of grenadine. turns the beer a dark pink and even as a guy it tastes pretty damn good!
Posted By: pizzaboy

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 06/16/12 05:39 PM

Originally Posted By: Five_Felonies
. . . and a small amount of home made gravy as its called by you italians(im german).

Well, let me tell you something, my kraut-mick friend whistle. You you've got yourself a nice little recipe there smile.

On a personal note, I like the long Italian frying peppers for sausage and peppers much more than the bell peppers. I find them to be sweeter, and they pair perfectly with the sausage drippings. The orange-reddish colored peppers are the sweetest of the sweet.

Posted By: olivant

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 06/16/12 08:24 PM

Me too TB, I like those peppers too. Bell peppers justtaste different and not as good. And it's sauce ... not gravy!! Ugh.
Posted By: Five_Felonies

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 06/17/12 01:00 AM

thanks pb, i love those peppers, great raw as a healthy snack, im using them nezt time for sure. tonight i made a salami salad sandwich. i rolled up several slices of some good salami and sliced them real thin, sliced up some marinated bocconcini and some peperoncini and mixed it all together in a bowl and dressed it simply with some good extra virgin and red wine vinegar. served it on a nice soft kaiser roll. it hit the spot in a big way.
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 06/17/12 04:57 AM

It's GRAVY!
Posted By: J Geoff

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 06/17/12 05:41 AM


Tonight's "dinner" was just sampling what I was cooking for Fathers Day tomorrow -- meatballs, sausage, and sauce (mom's gonna handle the vermacelli).

I keep playing with different recipes, at least until I find a real favorite. I LOVE America's Test Kitchen, on TV and the magazine. They redo classic recipes all the time (often scientifically) to make them "better", but it's often a bit bizarre.

Following (halving) their recipe for Classic Spaghetti and Meatballs for a Crowd I thought would be fine -- well, it was fine -- it's just bizarre. I did NOT add gelatin to the meatballs (infamita!), I used the beef/pork/veal "Meatloaf Mix" instead. But I did follow the Panko/buttermilk part! o.O

But with just some minor adjustments, everything came out pretty damn good -- especially the sauce (tho I did add meat to it).

The meatballs, next time, I'll up the beef (don't know the ratio Pathmark uses for their Mix). ATK is the best -- but certainly not traditional all the time. But by adding some common sense, their recipes are a great starting point. smile
Posted By: J Geoff

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 06/17/12 05:47 AM

Originally Posted By: Sicilian Babe
It's GRAVY!


This again?? lol

I didn't read all the previous posts, but...

Marinara is a sauce... so is pretty much everything else you can make in less than 2 hours. Tomatoes, onions, aromatics (garlic and herbs), whatever else (wine, seasoning), etc. Sauce.

"Gravy" is a low-and-slow sauce, with lots of different meats and heavier veggies added, cooked for hours and hours, and is thick and beautiful.

Both are beautiful, and both have their place. wink
Posted By: southphilly old head

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 06/17/12 03:43 PM

i know lots of black people and when they would ask me what did you have for dinner? i would say gravy and they would look at me strange and say brown gravy? lol
Posted By: J Geoff

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 06/17/12 05:31 PM


Well, gravy is gravy -- brown gravy, turkey gravy. "Sunday gravy" is something else. wink
Posted By: southphilly old head

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 06/17/12 05:52 PM

Well in my family i eat gravy 3 times a week sunday tuesday and thursday! Sorry i should say sauce LOL
Posted By: DickNose_Moltasanti

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 06/17/12 07:23 PM

Originally Posted By: southphilly old head
i know lots of black people and when they would ask me what did you have for dinner? i would say gravy and they would look at me strange and say brown gravy? lol


Well they might tell you they had pancakes and syrup? Pancakes and syrup for dinner?

Panckaes = Xanax
Syrup= Promethazine with Codeine (Has to Be the Thick Grape Kind)
Posted By: Mark

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 06/17/12 11:27 PM

Mrs. Mark's faves tonight... Grilled T-Bone Steaks, Baked Potatoes, Steamed Corn & Mixed Veggies and Garlic Toast. Hey, it's Father's Day NOT Mother's Day?!? Darn - she's very good!
Posted By: Five_Felonies

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 06/18/12 11:44 PM

made semi-homemade pizza last night. used dough from on of those tubular cans,polly-o riccota, pre-shredded mutz as my mediterranean friends call it, and grated cheese in a can, not kraft but still in a damn can:( before i get torn apart here let me explain: one of the vocal points of good italian cooking is making do with what you have available, correct? well imo that hold true if your a poor peasant scraping together a living in the hills of sicily or a loud mouth punk from new jersey trying to do your best with pre-packeged and preseved crap! now that ive got that outta the way i made a white pie. i pre baked the dough as per instructions and set it aside. i sliced about 3 large garlic cloves "goodfellas" style and lightly cokked them in about 3 tlbs of good evoo with a little salt, pepper and crushed red pepper. it seems these days that it isnt so much as which dishes to add the crushed pepper to, but which ones not to as i love it! a tip that ive been using whenever i make any kind of dish involving any sort of garlic and oil combo is to add the garlic to the oil in the pan when the oil is cold and bring the temp up gradually. this seems to infuse the oil a little better while giving you more control which helps prevent burning as im sure most people on here agree is a sure fire way to ruin a dish quick. after the garlic just started to brown slightly it was shut off, cooled and brushed liberally on the dough, reserving a small amount to sautee the brocoli in. while the brocoli was working i plopped down a few random dabs of the ricotta and added some of the mozz and parm cheeses. added the semi cooked brocoli, a touch of dried oregano and a few grinds of fresh black pepper and sent that pizza to hell in a hot oven for 10 minutes on a sheet pan. when it was done i was shocked at how good it was! perfectly balanced and seasoned:) seeing as how good it was got me a little pissed as it could have been great with the proper ingredients and a pizza stone but i was damn pround of myself regardless.
Posted By: SC

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 06/19/12 12:21 AM

FF- If you make something yourself and you can tell others that it came out good, you did good.

I tried using the same dough a few times and had mixed results. I even tried using the dough to make calzones .... didn't come out too good. frown
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 06/19/12 01:06 AM

In today's world of "can't be bothered", I'm impressed with anyone who puts as much thought and effort into cooking, FF. Sounds delicious.

I started using boboli to make pizza. I haven't bothered with pizza dough in a while.
Posted By: Five_Felonies

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 06/19/12 01:14 AM

thanks babe, but it takes the same amount of effort to buy a can of dough as it does to get a fresh dough from one of the many decent local shops. i wasnt the one who bought the canned, but i feel guilty by assoiciation frown
Posted By: NickyScarfo

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 06/19/12 10:12 AM

Has anyone eaten one of those Ghost Chillies? Me and my house mates bought a couple as a joke last night, and ate one ( I say ate, it touched my tongue and I couldn't keep it in) I have never experienced anything so hot and deadly before, ridiculously hot!!!!
Posted By: Five_Felonies

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 06/19/12 01:03 PM

ive never had them by themselves, although i had a sauce that was said to contain them but it was so damn hot that who knows. they are no joke, all bullshit aside if you eat too much it can effect your breathing and cause swelling in the throat, not the best pepper for a prank smile they rate up to over 1,000,0000 on the scoville scale(a unit for measuring heat) to put that into perspective a jalapeno on the high end can reach around 10,000 max, usally closer to 5,000. the ghost chillies usally come dried and used to be the hottest pepper, not anymore...

http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2012/02/16/worlds-hottest-pepper_n_1281449.html
Posted By: NickyScarfo

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 06/19/12 01:07 PM

I know five, I can't put into words how bad the heat was! It took hours for it to leave my mouth, I didn't swallow it, I couldn't so I think it was worse for my friend!
Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 06/19/12 01:18 PM

Originally Posted By: NickyScarfo
I know five, I can't put into words how bad the heat was! It took hours for it to leave my mouth, I didn't swallow it, I couldn't so I think it was worse for my friend!


Ha ha ha ha!!!

They is damn hot sick
Posted By: J Geoff

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 06/19/12 04:35 PM


I'm growing ghost peppers this year. I have a feeling a little will go a long way... wink
Posted By: pizzaboy

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 06/19/12 04:38 PM

Originally Posted By: J Geoff
I'm growing ghost peppers this year. I have a feeling a little will go a long way... wink

They'll come up like crazy in October, Geoffy. You'll probably end up giving a lot away, but just remember that they freeze perfectly. Or you can just go Italian style and dry them above the stove. Then use them to cook all winter long smile.
Posted By: NickyScarfo

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 06/19/12 04:41 PM

The talk of these hot chillies reminds me of that Simpsons Episode where Homer coats his mouth with Candle wax so he can swallow Chief Wiggams Chilli LOL, thats how it felt with the ghost pepper, like when it just touches Homer's tongue he lets out that scream lol.
Posted By: J Geoff

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 06/19/12 05:51 PM

Originally Posted By: pizzaboy
You'll probably end up giving a lot away, but just remember that they freeze perfectly. Or you can just go Italian style and dry them above the stove. Then use them to cook all winter long smile.

Yeah, I've been freezing my hot peppers for years, and they last forever. I don't even defrost them, I slice them while frozen as needed.

I'm guessing by September. The hotter the pepper, the slower it grows.
Posted By: pizzaboy

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 06/19/12 07:35 PM

Originally Posted By: J Geoff
Originally Posted By: pizzaboy
You'll probably end up giving a lot away, but just remember that they freeze perfectly. Or you can just go Italian style and dry them above the stove. Then use them to cook all winter long smile.

Yeah, I've been freezing my hot peppers for years, and they last forever. I don't even defrost them, I slice them while frozen as needed.

I'm guessing by September. The hotter the pepper, the slower it grows.

Exactly, that's why I said October. That's always been the best hot pepper yielding month for me, anyway. Last year we had so many Habaneros and Scotch Bonnets, we're still using them.
Posted By: Five_Felonies

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 06/23/12 09:26 PM

sushi from wegmans. only ahi tuna and rice. im not really a picky eater but i hate anything with mayo in it so most of those fancy rolls are out of the question for me. homemade dipping sauce made of sesame oil, soy sauce, fresh garlic, crushed red pepper, brown sugar and a little water to thin it out.
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 06/24/12 02:16 AM

We tried a new place named No. 1 Sushi last night. It was delicious. You could order off the menu or there was an all you could eat option for $22. Knowing my appetite, I'm sure it will surprise no-one that we opted for all you could eat.

They didn't have a buffet, but brought menu pages to the table, and you checked off what you wanted. They offered unlimited soup, appetizers, udon, sushi, sashimi, rolls, teriyaki and tempura. The food was fantastic, fresh and beautifully presented. When you finished eating, they would clear the table and bring your fresh menu pages so you could order more. They even had several different flavors of ice cream, including green tea, and fried bananas included. Everything was so freshly prepared that my daughter almost burned her mouth on the fried bananas.

The place only opened three weeks ago, so I hope they keep up this level of quality. We will definitely go back.
Posted By: klydon1

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 06/24/12 07:30 PM

I got home after 8 pm last night. My wife and kids were out at various places, so I was left to my own devices for dinner. I found a head of cabbage, which I sauteed in a little butter. Then I cooked a bagof Kluski noodles, which I added to the cabbage with a little more butter and salt and pepper.

It wasn't exactly the haluski that my grandmother makes, but it was pretty darn good.
Posted By: SgWaue86

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 07/15/12 06:54 AM

I made two of those tonight with roasted potatoes and carrots
and some pasta sales, they were excellent. I've never had them before
but will most definitely make th again. Thanks for the idea.
Posted By: Five_Felonies

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 07/22/12 07:25 PM

i made my meatball mix last night but instead of making balls i made patties with them, same as a burger. it was quicker to cook, plus with more surface area it crisped up more just how i like them. served them on a hamburger bun with a touch of red sauce and melted mozzarella. my brother called them white trash meatball parm, but they were pretty tasty and very quick as well. a tip for anyone making meatballs is that after you mix everything up, fry a little bit up and taste it to see if you need to adjust your seasoning before cooking the rest of the batch.
Posted By: DickNose_Moltasanti

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 07/22/12 07:41 PM

Originally Posted By: Five_Felonies
my brother called them white trash meatball parm, but they were pretty tasty and very quick as well.


Tell him to get the Two Pound Lb Family Size Encore Salisbury Steak from the grocery store that's a nice cheap white trash meal lol
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 07/22/12 09:51 PM

We're making veal burgers tonight. We stupidly froze the veal in blocks rather than forming the burgers first. Because of it's low fat content, it's very difficult to form burgers now.
Posted By: Five_Felonies

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 07/22/12 09:56 PM

thats a tough one. even with ground beef i find that the freezer tends to draw some of the moisture out of the meat, it gets worse the longer its frozen for.
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 07/22/12 11:50 PM

Well, they were pretty tasty anyway. We also have some frozen ground lamb, but I'm the only one who likes burgers made from it. I use it to make pastitsios instead.
Posted By: Five_Felonies

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 07/22/12 11:53 PM

what is a pastitsios, like an italian meat pie?
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 07/23/12 12:04 AM

Actually, it's Greek. It's lamb, topped with pasta and bechamel sauce. It's delicious.
Posted By: Five_Felonies

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 07/23/12 12:08 AM

oh, ok im familiar with it. sounds like something a hard working man would dive right into after a hard day of manuel labour.
Posted By: Five_Felonies

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 07/24/12 09:01 PM

chilean sea bass tonight. $29/lb at wegmans with the skin on, crazy. im just gonna season it with sea salt and fresh cracked pepper and sear it in olive oil and serve with some roasted asparagas.
Posted By: pizzaboy

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 07/24/12 09:21 PM

Originally Posted By: Five_Felonies
chilean sea bass tonight. $29/lb at wegmans with the skin on, crazy. im just gonna season it with sea salt and fresh cracked pepper and sear it in olive oil and serve with some roasted asparagas.

You got it, kid. It's about the fish and nothing else. Olive oil, salt and pepper. That's all you need. Lemon wedges on the side, if at all.
Posted By: Mark

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 07/24/12 09:24 PM

Originally Posted By: pizzaboy
Originally Posted By: Five_Felonies
chilean sea bass tonight. $29/lb at wegmans with the skin on, crazy. im just gonna season it with sea salt and fresh cracked pepper and sear it in olive oil and serve with some roasted asparagas.

You got it, kid. It's about the fish and nothing else. Olive oil, salt and pepper. That's all you need. Lemon wedges on the side, if at all.


No Tarter Sauce, PB? wink
Posted By: pizzaboy

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 07/24/12 09:25 PM

Originally Posted By: Mark
Originally Posted By: pizzaboy
Originally Posted By: Five_Felonies
chilean sea bass tonight. $29/lb at wegmans with the skin on, crazy. im just gonna season it with sea salt and fresh cracked pepper and sear it in olive oil and serve with some roasted asparagas.

You got it, kid. It's about the fish and nothing else. Olive oil, salt and pepper. That's all you need. Lemon wedges on the side, if at all.


No Tarter Sauce, PB? wink

On a $30 piece of fish?

You've eaten in too many mess halls, swabby tongue grin.
Posted By: Five_Felonies

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 07/24/12 09:27 PM

Originally Posted By: Mark
No Tarter Sauce, PB? wink
it aint perch buddy
Posted By: Mark

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 07/24/12 09:28 PM

lol How true! Sorry - gourmet fish to me is prepared by Mrs. Paul. wink
Posted By: pizzaboy

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 07/24/12 09:31 PM

Originally Posted By: Mark
lol How true! Sorry - gourmet fish to me is prepared by Mrs. Paul. wink

Mrs. Mark doesn't cook? lol
Posted By: Five_Felonies

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 07/24/12 09:34 PM

i was thinking about a nice buerre blanc, which is some lightly sauteed shallots, deglazed with some white wine and add a touch of fresh lemon juice. reduce and add some heavy cream. reduce again and then wisk in some unsalted butter, strain then lightly drizzle on top of seared fish. yay or nay?
Posted By: Mark

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 07/24/12 09:36 PM

Funny story - You guys know about those crazy Asian Carp we have here in Illinois? They literally jump out of the water here and can hurt you seriously. Many people hunt them with bow & arrow out on the water ways. Anyway, somebody had the genius idea to turn Asian Carp into sliders and they served them at The Taste of Chicago this year. Many mixed reviews but they bought a bunch of sample "burgers" into the WGN radio studios on a Friday morning for promotion and the smell was still there on Tuesday! panic
Posted By: Mark

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 07/24/12 09:38 PM

Originally Posted By: pizzaboy
Originally Posted By: Mark
lol How true! Sorry - gourmet fish to me is prepared by Mrs. Paul. wink

Mrs. Mark doesn't cook? lol


The way she looks?!?.. She doesn't have to cook! grin
Posted By: pizzaboy

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 07/24/12 09:39 PM

Originally Posted By: Five_Felonies
i was thinking about a nice buerre blanc, which is some lightly sauteed shallots, deglazed with some white wine and add a touch of fresh lemon juice. reduce and add some heavy cream. reduce again and then wisk in some unsalted butter, strain then lightly drizzle on top of seared fish. yay or nay?

If it wasn't so warm out, I'd say go for it. But it's hot as Hell, so keep it light and fresh wink.
Posted By: Five_Felonies

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 07/24/12 09:40 PM

Originally Posted By: Mark
Funny story - You guys know about those crazy Asian Carp we have here in Illinois? They literally jump out of the water here and can hurt you seriously. Many people hunt them with bow & arrow out on the water ways. Anyway, somebody had the genius idea to turn Asian Carp into sliders and they served them at The Taste of Chicago this year. Many mixed reviews but they bought a bunch of sample "burgers" into the WGN radio studios on a Friday morning for promotion and the smell was still there on Tuesday! panic
sooner or later somebody will start selling them as "lake trout" frown
Posted By: Mark

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 07/24/12 09:41 PM

Originally Posted By: Five_Felonies
i was thinking about a nice buerre blanc, which is some lightly sauteed shallots, deglazed with some white wine and add a touch of fresh lemon juice. reduce and add some heavy cream. reduce again and then wisk in some unsalted butter, strain then lightly drizzle on top of seared fish. yay or nay?


Sorry, FF... gotta agree with PB. I was a cook in the Navy and I concur with the simple tasteful prep he described. Let the piece stand alone with minimal addition of spices, etc... Sounds like a great meal!
Posted By: Five_Felonies

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 07/24/12 09:43 PM

thanks for the input guys! as they say the cheese(or fish) stands alone.
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 07/25/12 12:59 AM

I sauteed garlic in some butter, then added a little white wine and lemon juice. I brushed it on filet of swai, sprinkled the fish with a bit of seasoned salt, wrapped each in foil packets, and then put them on the grill for a few minutes. Served it with corn on the cob, my husband picked some cucumbers and tomatoes from the garden for salads, and we had a perfect summer meal.
Posted By: pizzaboy

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 07/25/12 05:13 PM

Originally Posted By: Sicilian Babe
I sauteed garlic in some butter, then added a little white wine and lemon juice. I brushed it on filet of swai, sprinkled the fish with a bit of seasoned salt, wrapped each in foil packets, and then put them on the grill for a few minutes. Served it with corn on the cob, my husband picked some cucumbers and tomatoes from the garden for salads, and we had a perfect summer meal.

That's what I'm talkin about, Lady! Nice and simple and light. The Black Whale has nothing on you smile.

Now don't get me wrong, a fried fish sandwich with tartar sauce can be a beautiful thing. If you're at the beach or on the boardwalk or yada yada yada. But if you're making a nice expensive piece of fish at home, especially when you're grilling during the summer, light and simple is the way to go.
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 07/26/12 02:44 AM

I have to tell you, if you're in South Florida, and you love fried fish, try Tarks in Dania Beach. Dear God, it's delicious. Their fried combo of beer-battered grouper, clam strips and shrimp, served with curly fries and cole slaw is the bargain of the century for $9. On top of that, the gator tail is not to be missed. If you get there at happy hour, the draft beers are $1.50.

The place isn't big on ambiance, it's actually rather frightening. However, if that doesn't bother you, then try it.

www.tarks.com
Posted By: SC

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 07/26/12 04:08 AM

Why don't the two of you get a motel room with room service somewhere?
Posted By: DickNose_Moltasanti

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 07/26/12 06:52 AM

Originally Posted By: Sicilian Babe
I have to tell you, if you're in South Florida, and you love fried fish, try Tarks in Dania Beach. Dear God, it's delicious.


Originally Posted By: Sicilian Babe
The place isn't big on ambiance, it's actually rather frightening.




Posted By: pizzaboy

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 07/26/12 05:34 PM

Originally Posted By: Sicilian Babe
I have to tell you, if you're in South Florida, and you love fried fish, try Tarks in Dania Beach. Dear God, it's delicious. Their fried combo of beer-battered grouper, clam strips and shrimp, served with curly fries and cole slaw is the bargain of the century for $9. On top of that, the gator tail is not to be missed. If you get there at happy hour, the draft beers are $1.50.

The place isn't big on ambiance, it's actually rather frightening. However, if that doesn't bother you, then try it.

www.tarks.com

Posted By: pizzaboy

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 07/26/12 05:41 PM

And for dessert in that same area.

Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 07/27/12 12:17 AM

Jaxson's is very pricey, but it's worth going once, IF you have room for dessert after Tarks!

SC, would you like me to tell you all about the thick, juicy succulent steaks we had tonight, and how sloooowly we ate them? smile
Posted By: SC

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 07/27/12 12:24 AM

Originally Posted By: Sicilian Babe
SC, would you like me to tell you all about the thick, juicy succulent steaks we had tonight, and how sloooowly we ate them?


No.... I'd rather see pictures of crooked toes. cry
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 07/27/12 12:50 AM

EW...foot fetishist. Since we're talking about food, though, how's this look to you??

Posted By: SC

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 07/27/12 12:54 AM

Originally Posted By: Sicilian Babe
Since we're talking about food, though, how's this look to you??



Camel toe always looks good to me.
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 07/27/12 12:59 AM

Where's that picture of Geoff??? lol
Posted By: Five_Felonies

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 07/27/12 08:01 PM

ok guys, not gonna do this tonight seeing as its still pretty muggy around here but i've been wanting to do a meat sauce again as it's something i haven't made in ages so i'm open to any advice so please share. i usually use just groung beef, 80/20. do you guys use a mix similar to a meatball mix or should i stick with just the beef?

what i was gonna do was sweat some onions and garlic and put aside then brown my meat. drain off the excess fat and return it to the pan along with the onion/garlic. then a was gonna add a nice spoonful of tomato paste and toast it for a minute or two before degalazing with a small amount of red wine and a little veal stock. reduce and add my red sauce and simmer till done, maybe throw in a pinch of dried oregano and toss with some nice pappardelle. thoughts?
Posted By: carmela

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 07/27/12 09:40 PM

Originally Posted By: Five_Felonies
ok guys, not gonna do this tonight seeing as its still pretty muggy around here but i've been wanting to do a meat sauce again as it's something i haven't made in ages so i'm open to any advice so please share. i usually use just groung beef, 80/20. do you guys use a mix similar to a meatball mix or should i stick with just the beef?

what i was gonna do was sweat some onions and garlic and put aside then brown my meat. drain off the excess fat and return it to the pan along with the onion/garlic. then a was gonna add a nice spoonful of tomato paste and toast it for a minute or two before degalazing with a small amount of red wine and a little veal stock. reduce and add my red sauce and simmer till done, maybe throw in a pinch of dried oregano and toss with some nice pappardelle. thoughts?


For the love of God, you're the wife my husband always wanted!
Posted By: Five_Felonies

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 07/27/12 09:49 PM

Originally Posted By: carmela
For the love of God, you're the wife my husband always wanted!
i dunno about that, i'm sure you have talents that i don't have and don't wanna learn
Posted By: carmela

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 07/27/12 10:01 PM

Originally Posted By: Five_Felonies
Originally Posted By: carmela
For the love of God, you're the wife my husband always wanted!
i dunno about that, i'm sure you have talents that i don't have and don't wanna learn


True. And much like your sauce and all your other great dishes you put up... a couple of those talents took me 15 years of marriage to perfect.

That being said, the whole, "I don't have to cook, I'm cute" isn't working it's magic anymore. The guy wants a homecooked meal, dammit! frown
Posted By: Five_Felonies

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 07/27/12 10:14 PM

^^^ i was gonna reply with something funny, but i thought lets keep it classy haha

on a more serious note find out what he likes and i'm sure that me and a couple of the other posters in my favorite thread would be more than happy to help you with a more "culinarily challanged" version and guide you through it step by step smile
Posted By: SC

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 07/27/12 10:25 PM

Originally Posted By: carmela
The guy wants a homecooked meal, dammit! frown


When my brother first got married he and his wife had four cats. I was visiting them when one of the cats threw up his dinner and one of the younger cats ran over and started eating it.... I was half laughing and half grossed-out when I asked, "Why's he doing that"?

My brother replied, "He wanted a home cooked meal".

Still makes me laugh.
Posted By: carmela

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 07/27/12 11:29 PM

lol SC grin

Ok, being that he's born and raised in Sicily, he naturally likes those dishes. But being in the US for 19 years now, he has come to like many american dishes as well.
I usually take a lot of leftovers home (they make extra cause I'm pathetic) from my mom's and my mother in law's when they make things. Now my in-laws are officially moving back to Sicily so I'll have to pick up the slack there. grin
Anyway, I'm 40 years old, going on 16 years of marriage and I haven't even made a pot of sauce. I do simple things that any idiot can do, like chicken cutlet or meatloaf. The thing is I don't have an ounce of passion for cooking, it's more of a chore for me. But it's time to learn now.

I'm going to ask him as soon as he comes home tonight, what would be the one thing he'd like me to make and I'll post his answer here.
He loves tripe, but in the white sauce, not red, and my mother-in-law makes that for him..but again..she's leaving. lol
He loves any meats, osso bucco, veal with peppercorn sauce, steak, lamb. He likes most things really..he just wants me to make something! lol

The other night, I announced I was going to buy a deep fryer and start making riceballs. He asked, "And what are you going to do with the leftover oil?" I said, "Pour it down the drain?" He immediately vetoed my deep fryer purchase. frown

Anyway, I'll post what he says he'd like for me to make and we'll go from there. I need simple, don't forget. And thank you in advance for anyone's help. smile
Posted By: Five_Felonies

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 07/28/12 12:29 AM

Carm, i'm not too sure about tripe, peppercorn sauce is another story. i make a pretty good steak au poivre, sounds fancy but its quite simple.this isn't an exact recipe but i will try. this is for two steaks.

buy 2 nicely marbled(specks of fat running through the meat) fillet mignons, around 6oz give or take. not too thick,about an inch. season both sides with salt, and one side heavily with coarsly ground pepper. you can either hand crush your own or use a peppermill but be sure to set it on the biggest grind.

sear the steak pepper side first in a stainless steel pan in a small amount of canola oil, as it has a higher smoke point than olive oil. do not use non-stick for two reasons. #1 since you need the pan to be moderately hot i've found that the teflon can add its own burnt metal flavor,not good. #2 you dont get any fond(brown bits on the bottom of the pan) with a non-stick. this is the base for the sauce.

anyways, sear the steak on both sides browning nicely, but leave them on the rarer side. rest them on a plate to the side. after you pull them out add some finely chopped shallots(around 1/2 tbsp) and sautee quickly, about a minute. next deglaze with about 1/3cup cognac, and have a little bit for yourself smile for me having a drink while im cooking helps me relax and not worry about every little detail and just go with the flow, just like julia child. this step is actually very important as i usually have noticeably better results when relaxed and having a good time, it makes cooking fun and helps to motivate so

be very careful when adding the cognac as it will ignite instantly so you might wanna take it off the heat/open flame for this step. the next step is one of the most important when it comes to pan sauces. using a wooden spoon, scrape up all the little brown bits off the bottom of the pan. this is where your depth of flavor comes from. by this point you are gonna wanna turn your pan down to a low heat and add around 2/3cup of heavy cream and cook gently over low heat for around five minutes until the sauce thickens, stirring occasionally to prevent the sauce from scorching. season with salt and i usually add a sprig or two of fresh thyme, but you can also use dried or leave it out completely if you like.

finally return the steaks that you seared off earlier to the pan along with any juices left on the plate to the sauce and cook until the steak reaches your preferred level of doneness. serve with roasted asparagus or any vegetable you like. one thing i forgot to add is that some people like to add mushrooms to the sauce. thats fine so if you want to add them a good mushroom for this would be cremini(baby portobello). simply slice them and sautee in a seperate pan and add them to the sauce at the same time you add your steak, but dont add too many.

like i said this recipe isn't exact, more like a basic overview but others on here can add in thier own twists or ideas.

Posted By: carmela

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 07/28/12 02:35 AM

^^^ FF this is great!! And easy enough for me. I can totally do this and it's something he'd love. I'm going to try it next week.

I did ask him what he would like and he really has no preference. He pretty much likes a wide variety. So, I'm going to go with this for now (with the mushrooms) and asparagus on the side. Thank you!!!!
Posted By: Five_Felonies

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 07/28/12 02:41 AM

let me know if you ever have any questions and i'll be more than happy to help.
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 07/28/12 02:46 AM

Carmela, I know I've posted my recipe for Penne Vodka on the boards before. It came from a cookbook called "Simply Delicious". I can't tell you how many compliments I've gotten over the years! And, while making the roux can be a bit tricky (just remove the pot from the flame when you add the flour and stir very rapidly after returning it until it's mixed well with the butter), it's an incredibly simple and delicious recipe. If you can't find it, let me know and I'll repost.
Posted By: carmela

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 07/28/12 03:02 AM

FF..thanks. I'm sure I will have questions.

Sicilian Babe, actually I was getting around to posting to you, because you've put up great things as well. I do remember the penne vodka and he loves vodka sauce. I couldn't find it.
But, besides that..do you remember that rice dish you posted? It sounded amazing...but probably too complicated for me. lol I'm not sure. But a dish like that is perfection for my husband. Do you remember that dish? If you find it, I'd appreciate it very much. Thank you.
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 07/28/12 07:45 PM

Carmela,
Here's the Penne Vodka recipe:

Penne with Vodka Sauce

2 tbsp. butter
½ onion, minced
1 garlic clove, minced
2 tbsp. flour
2 cups cream
¼ cup vodka
¼ cup tomato paste
1 tsp. salt
1 tsp. pepper
Sprinkle of basil
1 cup grated cheese

• Melt butter in a pot
• Sautee the onion and garlic over a low flame. Do not allow garlic to brown
• Add flour and thicken
• Add the cream, vodka and tomato paste
• Stirring constantly, bring slowly to a boil. Sauce will thicken slightly
• Add the seasonings
• Add grated cheese, stirring constantly, until completely melted and blended
• Serve over one pound of cooked penne pasta

The seafood risotto is not difficult at all, but it is time-consuming. I will find the exact recipe and post it soon.
Posted By: Mark

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 07/29/12 01:47 PM

That looks terrific, Babe. Over the years there have been some great recipes generously shared here on the BB. Carmela, you can do this! You are a sharp cookie. Cooking for the people you love is one of the best and most rewarding things you can do for them and yourself. Mrs. Mark was not a big cook at first but now she is very good. Now I admit, I'm no Emeril but I have found out a few simple things that might help you out in this new cooking endeavor. If anyone else has some good simple advice, I would like to hear them because I never stop learning and welcome great tips & shortcuts!

C - First, pre-measure all your ingredients, put them in little bowls and double check them. That way when you are adding something on the fly, you don't have to worry about; "Oh, crap! Was that a half or whole teaspoon?!?".

Whenever you can, always use fresh garlic, basil, parsley, etc... only use dry stuff when you have to.

If you ever brown or burn (even slightly) garlic - throw out the oil and garlic and start over. If you continue to fry and use it, your whole meal will taste terrible & bitter.

Start small - find a couple of easy recipes and gain some confidence and experience. If you have an experienced friend or family member with a ton of patience have them mentor you while cooking.

Salt your pasta water generously while boiling.

When you purchase ingredients, always get a little more just in case you need to start over or add a little more for taste. Don't be afraid to test things out while starting out.

Personally, when I drain my pasta, I add a tablespoon of butter for every pound and mix it in before finishing off pasta with the tomato sauce.

If a sauce or gravy is too thick, simply add a little water at a time until you are good. If it is too watery, you can thicken with equal amounts of a little corn starch and cold water. Must be cold water. You must pre-mix in a separate bowl before adding.

A great way to get rid of fryer oil is to wait a day for oil to completely cool off. Drain into disposable plastic containers and freeze them until garbage day. We use to toss frozen oil overboard in the middle of the ocean (approved dump areas) in the Navy.

I hope some of these help and I would love to hear any other great advice. There are a ton of great cooks on this board! Good luck, Carmela!
Posted By: Five_Felonies

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 07/29/12 02:14 PM

Originally Posted By: Mark
C - First, pre-measure all your ingredients, put them in little bowls and double check them. That way when you are adding something on the fly, you don't have to worry about; "Oh, crap! Was that a half or whole teaspoon?!?".
this is a great tip not just for beginners but for eveyone. the french call it "mise en place", meaning evrything in its place. in other words prep. like mark said it means getting everything organized before you start. it actually speeds things way up if you spend the time in the beginning. another thing that i would do if the prep was complicated was simply write everything down that needs to be done and what time to start, how long to finish ect as well as any other notes. check things off when they are done,as it helps knowing certain things are finished.
Posted By: Mark

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 07/29/12 02:40 PM

Originally Posted By: Five_Felonies
Originally Posted By: Mark
C - First, pre-measure all your ingredients, put them in little bowls and double check them. That way when you are adding something on the fly, you don't have to worry about; "Oh, crap! Was that a half or whole teaspoon?!?".
this is a great tip not just for beginners but for eveyone. the french call it "mise en place", meaning evrything in its place. in other words prep. like mark said it means getting everything organized before you start. it actually speeds things way up if you spend the time in the beginning. another thing that i would do if the prep was complicated was simply write everything down that needs to be done and what time to start, how long to finish ect as well as any other notes. check things off when they are done,as it helps knowing certain things are finished.


Nice - good advice, FF. Another thing I do is before I start actually cooking, I fill up the sink with hot soapy water and as soon as I am done with a bowl, spoon or whatever, I drop it in the sink and clean up goes much quicker. Keep 'em coming! Before we know it, Carmela will get so good that she will have her own show on Food Network! smile
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 07/29/12 05:31 PM

Mark gave you some great advice. The one thing I can add is his advice about sauce. If you like yours thinner, keep the cover on while you cook. If you like it a bit thicker, leave the cover off (you will lose some liquid to evaporation).

Also, when you do add cornstarch to thicken a gravy, never do it while it's boiling, and always take it off the flame. Add the cornstarch mixture, stir briskly so that it mixes well, and then return it to the flame. Bring it slowly to a boil. At that time, if it's still not thick enough, take it off the flame, and repeat the steps until it's to your liking. It's hard to judge how much to add, it will just come with experience, and remember that you can always fix it by adding water to thin it out, or more cornstarch to thicken it. If your family is anything like mine, we can never get enough brown gravy, so I usually add a cup of bullion to my drippings.
Posted By: J Geoff

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 07/29/12 07:26 PM

Originally Posted By: Mark
Whenever you can, always use fresh garlic, basil, parsley, etc... only use dry stuff when you have to.

Agreed, but you may need a bit more when using fresh as opposed to dried, because dried herbs are more concentrated. I prefer fresh any day, though.

Originally Posted By: Mark
Personally, when I drain my pasta, I add a tablespoon of butter for every pound and mix it in before finishing off pasta with the tomato sauce.

Here I disagree. You want the pasta to absorb the sauce. Coating with oil or butter prevents that. And never rinse your pasta after it's cooked for the same reason -- the sauce is less likely to stick to it.

Originally Posted By: Mark
A great way to get rid of fryer oil is to wait a day for oil to completely cool off. Drain into disposable plastic containers and freeze them until garbage day.

If you used a lot of oil (for say, deep frying), and didn't burn the oil, you can strain it (coffee filters work well) into a jar with a tight lid and it should keep in a cupboard for a long time. I have 2 qts of oil from the last time I used my deep fryer (last summer lol), and the oil is still good (not rancid). A year may be pushing it, but it'll be good if you plan to use it within a few months. I probably would only re-use it once or twice, though.

Speaking of deep frying with oil, don't use olive oil. Canola and/or peanut oil are best because they have a higher smoke point.

If you really want to cook better, watch the pros on TV as often as you can. Even cooking competitions: I watch almost all of them (except the baking shows).

Search for recipes online. http://www.foodnetwork.com tells you what level of expertise one should have for each recipe. I also like http://allrecipes.com/ that has user-submitted recipes with voting. But I don't think I've ever followed a recipe 100% -- don't be afraid to doctor it up a bit. Experiment and enjoy!
Posted By: carmela

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 07/29/12 09:06 PM

Thanks guys so much!! Sicilian Babe, thank you for pulling that up. That's very easy for me to make. I have made numerous varieties of pastas but nothing overly complicated. I've made homemade pesto, alfredo, garlic and olive oil, pasta with ricotta cheese. And thankfully, my husband doesn't want to eat pasta everyday before main course, like his parents do. When he eats it, it's his main dish.

Also, a lot of great advice Mark, FF, and Geoff. One year my mother made me a complete recipe book compiled of all our family recipes. Czech and Polish dishes coming from her side and Italian dishes coming from my dad's side. She even put a pic of each dish next to the recipe. You'd think I'd have pulled that book out? Not yet. lol
She has gotten me subscription to Home Cooking magazine and Rachael Ray's magazine. I do read them every month, but it ends there.
And Geoff...I totally LOVE all the Food Network shows...Chopped, Restaurant Impossible, I watch them all. So what's my problem? I have no idea. I enjoy watching them, but just don't have the initiative to try anything on my own.
But that's all about to change, thanks to this thread here!! grin

There have been a lot of great recipes here posted by all of you and some relatively easy.

Great advice about doing all the prep ahead of time. Now that I know I'd do, because I'm very very organized and couldn't do it any other way.

Thanks everyone. I'll keep you posted. But don't rush me now. grin smile
Posted By: olivant

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 07/29/12 09:24 PM

Hey Carm, did you get a chance to check out my PM?
Posted By: carmela

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 07/29/12 09:41 PM

Originally Posted By: olivant
Hey Carm, did you get a chance to check out my PM?
. About the Italian translation? I didn't get one after that. At least I don't think I did. Unless I deleted by mistake.
Posted By: olivant

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 07/29/12 09:43 PM

I'll resend it.
Posted By: Five_Felonies

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 08/06/12 06:07 PM

last night i made some buitoni beef and spicy sausage ravioli. gotta say they were really tasty and they had a good amount of filling, with nice chunks of sausage. after they boiled i tossed them with some sauteed garlic, broccoli and oil and topped them with a little cheese and some toasted bread crumbs. check this brand out guys as they are pretty tasty and a good quick meal.
Posted By: Five_Felonies

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 08/07/12 05:47 PM

its looking like pan-seared diver scallops tonight. just simple salt and pepper and a screaming hot pan. i like my scallops med-rare so they cook up quick. my arugula is coming along nice so i'm gonna do a simple salad with just some olive oil and lemon and top it with shaved locatelli.
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 08/07/12 05:56 PM

Sounds great! Our local ShopRite has lobster for only $5 a pound, so we're having lobster tonight. YUM
Posted By: Five_Felonies

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 08/07/12 07:26 PM

hearing about those lobsters reminded me of a lobster bisk that we used to make with all of the leftover shells in a restaurant i used to work at. i don't have a recipe because it was years ago and we only ever made like 50 gallons at a time but i will try to give an overview as i'm sure it could be replecated at home on a much smaller scale. what we would do was take all of the leftover shells and lay them on sheet pans along with carrots, celery, onions and garlic. we would then add big spoonfuls of tomato paste on top and roast it in a hot oven until the shells were roasted and the veg started to caramelize and the tomato paste was heavily browned, almost black.

this was then added to a huge steam kettle with lots of whole peppercorns and plenty of bay leaves,covered in cold water and simmered for a couple of days on low heat, then strained and put aside. then, in a huge tilt braiser we would sautee lots of onions and celery until nice and golden and deglaze with lots of sherry and reduce. we would then add the lobster stock we had previously made, as well as apple juice which might sound a little weird but really added a nice sweetness.

we then added some lobster base, which is basically a concentrated lobster paste, kinda like high class bullion cubes but in paste form. these are used quite frequently in commercial kitchens and come in many different flavors. again, this was slowly simmered for another day or two over low heat, then pureed to incorporate the celery and onions. seasonings were adjusted and the bisk was thickened with a roux(equal parts flour and butter). when it was heated up for service, we would cream it out,add fresh chopped lobster meat and serve. lots of work just for a soup huh?

hopefully in the future i'm gonna play around with a much smaller version at home and try to get some sort of a recipe together and if it turns out good i will share it here.
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 08/07/12 07:46 PM

I made lobster bisque and lobster macaroni and cheese for New Year's. I saved the stock in quart containers and froze it. I use it when I make seafood risotto.
Posted By: J Geoff

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 08/07/12 07:54 PM


I love scallops! Are "diver scallops" ever treated?

That's one thing I've been learning lately -- "wet" scallops are injected with a sodium tripolyphosphate solution (sounds yummy, right?) to increase shelf life, as well as making them more plump so they can sell you less for more. They also don't brown well because they're artificially packed with water, making them steam.

You want "dry" scallops. "Day boat" scallops (harvested in one day, not out to sea for a week, before returning to port) are usually "dry", tastier and fresher -- so I'd guess that so are diver scallops. The pinkish ones seem to be females (discolored a bit from their roe), which are usually tastier. wink

While I trust most supermarkets for clams and mussels, etc, I'd probably buy scallops from a reputable fish monger. Luckily there's one up the street from me. But quick-frozen works in a pinch.
Posted By: Five_Felonies

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 08/07/12 08:05 PM

^^^right on about the scallops. the term diver scallops is supposed to mean picked out by hand by the diver, meaning bigger and better scallops, but i'm not sure that they are always hand-dived. i think its more of a marketing ploy though, as they might just be the best outta the commercial haul. they are always high quality so its a win-win, same as "day scallops".

on the topic of treated scallops, my god are they terrible. you are right on about not being able to sear them no matter how hot the pan is. they just stew and disintegrate. also, be on the lookout for the term "bay scallops" as these are small and almost always treated. i find that they taste literally like rubber, not good. i generally get my seafood from wegmans, and i have never had anything but good quality.
Posted By: J Geoff

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 08/09/12 05:47 AM


Okay, had a little seafood feast tonight. Tilapia, stuffed clams, (the latter two frozen, from a farmers market vendor from North Jersey), fresh steamed clams & mussels, and a couple pan-seared fresh day-boat scallops (because of this thread). smile

STEAMED CLAMS/MUSSELS

Made this last week for family, used 2 jars Cento clam broth for the first time, instead of water -- nice flavor! White wine, butter, sauteed garlic (not enough!), some chopped basil (my parsley never exploded for some reason in the garden), salt and pepper. Saved the broth, and did the same a few days later -- added more garlic, but still not enough! Kinda salty now as it's reduced, but will water it down next time (it's now in the freezer). I think that "mother" sauce will go a long way. lol cool

Steamed in a 2-part pasta pot, then the juice was poured on top. Thinking of adding a little fresh-squeezed tomato juice next time, since one of my favorite childhood restaurant recipes added diced tomatoes to it, but I can't go that far I don't think. wink
Posted By: klydon1

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 08/09/12 03:27 PM

It must be seafood week on the BB. My daughter wanted salmon last night, so I broiled it with a little brown sugar. Not much effort, but with a side of sauteed broccoli and rice, it was pretty good.
Posted By: Five_Felonies

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 08/10/12 08:02 PM

got some flank steaks marinating in a little bit of soy sauce, worcestershire,garlic and scallions with a little olive oil(not extra virgin). just gonna hit them with some salt and pepper and throw them in the cast iron. i don't have anything planned for sides though, and i might just say to hell with a balanced meal and go caveman style and just gorge on meat but i'm not sure.
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 08/11/12 03:09 AM

Sound delicious. I like to add a bit of red wine and some black pepper as well to my marinade. The wine will actually tenderize the meat, and the black pepper adds such a lovely zing.
Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 08/17/12 02:50 PM

Tonight we are having chicken done in a barbecue sauce and spicy rice. With lashings of white wine and lager!!
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 08/19/12 12:23 AM

We were in Manhattan today, so we went to Chinatown to eat. We went to WoHop and had some Won Ton Soup, 4 Ingredient Lo Mein, Pork Fried Rice and Chicken Wings. It was so good, and the whole bill was only $36.
Posted By: Signor Vitelli

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 08/19/12 06:50 AM

Sometimes one wants comfort food (however you define it), and sometimes you know that a good friend needs comfort food and a sympathetic ear.

One of my best friends has been going through some serious shit in his personal and professional life; serious trouble on his job, and a cold, unsupportive wife (aka "The Shrew"). A couple of home-cooked meals at Vitelli's were definitely in order and good for the soul (and the stomach).

Last night: my version of Chicken Scarpariello (with fresh rosemary); spaghetti and my home-made tomato sauce on the side.

Tonight: Asian-style stir-fried shrimp with broccoli, snow peas and scallions with white rice. I flavored the stir-fry with small amounts of light soy sauce, oyster sauce, hoisin sauce and chili garlic paste. In addition, I made a cold sesame wheat noodle dish, which included sesame oil, sesame paste, peanut butter, a little bit of spicy Sichuan noodle sauce, a hint of lemon juice (orange juice would have been better, but I was all out) and thinly sliced scallions.

Signor V.
Posted By: J Geoff

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 08/19/12 07:05 AM

Originally Posted By: Signor Vitelli
Sometimes one wants comfort food (however you define it), and sometimes you know that a good friend needs comfort food and a sympathetic ear.

Wanna be my therapist/chef?? wink
Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 08/19/12 08:31 AM

I am doing a pork roast with all the trimmings today for Sunday lunch....could be epic smile
Posted By: Five_Felonies

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 08/19/12 05:15 PM

Originally Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas
I am doing a pork roast with all the trimmings today for Sunday lunch....could be epic smile
sounds good, care to elaborate on the prep? i had chinese takeout the other night from a small place in central jersey. not the best, but pretty good by suburban standards. they do however make a great dipping sauce for the steamed dumplings that is amazing and the prices are very reasonable as seems to be the case with most of these places.
Posted By: DickNose_Moltasanti

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 08/19/12 05:24 PM

Originally Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas
I am doing a pork roast with all the trimmings today for Sunday lunch....could be epic smile


Can ya leave a plate for on the back porch. I'm like a stray cat.
Posted By: Five_Felonies

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 08/19/12 05:32 PM

Originally Posted By: DickNose_Moltasanti
I'll be having a Tomato Pie ! Beer Can Chicken and if my brother in law is there probably some sweet potatoes that he puts on the grill for awhile there pretty good
that sounds pretty good. i never made beer can chicken. i always wondered if the heat of the grill would release some of the paint or other chemicals from the aluminum can into the food.
Posted By: DickNose_Moltasanti

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 08/19/12 05:36 PM

If it did just remember back to middle school when you used aluminim foil to make a bowl with
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 08/19/12 05:52 PM

Originally Posted By: DickNose_Moltasanti
Originally Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas
I am doing a pork roast with all the trimmings today for Sunday lunch....could be epic smile


Can ya leave a plate for on the back porch. I'm like a stray cat.


I sense a recurring theme here....

We picked some tomatoes from our garden and were going to toss the over-ripe ones. My mom snatched them away and said they were perfect for sauce, so we'll have pasta and fresh tomato sauce tonight.
Posted By: DickNose_Moltasanti

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 08/19/12 06:03 PM

I was suppose to go down my sister's house and swim and cookout but considering its 72 degrees out not making the trip there. One thing I hate whilee I'm out is that so many restaurants always have BBQ pulled pork I just like it with sharp provolone and roasted peppers
Posted By: Five_Felonies

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 08/19/12 06:03 PM

Originally Posted By: Sicilian Babe
I sense a recurring theme here....

We picked some tomatoes from our garden and were going to toss the over-ripe ones. My mom snatched them away and said they were perfect for sauce, so we'll have pasta and fresh tomato sauce tonight.
how long does the fresh sauce cook down for? do you puree is or just leave it chunky? i'm not a big fan of chuncky sauce, or tomatoes in general for that matter. this reminded me that i've been meaning to try the vodka sauce recipe that you posted before as it looked perfect for me!
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 08/19/12 06:12 PM

We actually puree it, not being big on chunks either. The most important thing is to get those seeds out, as that's what makes sauce bitter. I'm not sure how long it cooked, just until it looked right. That's not helpful, is it?? Sorry!

Also, Carmela had asked for my risotto recipe. I originally found it online, and here's the link. Although it's fine with chicken broth, I made some seafood stock and it adds a nice flavor as well. I also use scallops with the shrimp, but the small cheaper ones (bay?). It's always a big hit. Just don't overcook the shrimp. I literally toss them in at the last minute. They only need to cook enough until they turn pink all the way through.

http://www.reluctantgourmet.com/shmpsoto.htm
Posted By: Five_Felonies

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 08/19/12 08:19 PM

looking like its gonna be a simple sandwich night. i picked up some nice boars head hot capicola and picante provalone. add some lettuce, tons of pepperoncini and simple oil/vinegar and its a good cheap meal. i swear by boars head as i think its the best brand of cold cuts. also, as yogi would say, there are bound to be many lashings of beer as breaking bad is on tonight.
Posted By: J Geoff

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 08/20/12 04:41 AM

Originally Posted By: Sicilian Babe
We picked some tomatoes from our garden and were going to toss the over-ripe ones.

Really? I toss them to the bottom of the plant. They grow into new plants the following year. wink
Posted By: DickNose_Moltasanti

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 08/20/12 04:47 AM

Originally Posted By: SC
Why don't the two of you get a motel room with room service somewhere?



lol lol lol Maybe they can have a picnic.
Posted By: Mignon

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 08/20/12 11:01 PM

With the fresh tomatoes from my Father in law's garden we had blt's for supper.
Posted By: Five_Felonies

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 08/20/12 11:12 PM

Originally Posted By: Mignon
With the fresh tomatoes from my Father in law's garden we had blt's for supper.
i love a BLT without the tomato, and please for the love of god no mayo so it's more like a BL for me!
Posted By: J Geoff

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 08/21/12 05:18 AM


A BLT without the T nor the mayo is just... well... A dry-ass bacon/lettuce sandwich. ohwell

A+ for the bacon, tho! wink
Posted By: J Geoff

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 08/21/12 05:19 AM


Bizarre Foods tonight had a BLT... Bacon, Lettuce, and Testicles! And it actually looked really good. whistle
Posted By: Mignon

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 08/21/12 06:04 AM

Originally Posted By: J Geoff
Bizarre Foods tonight had a BLT... Bacon, Lettuce, and Testicles! And it actually looked really good. whistle


EWW!!
Posted By: J Geoff

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 08/21/12 06:06 AM

Originally Posted By: Mignon
Originally Posted By: J Geoff
Bizarre Foods tonight had a BLT... Bacon, Lettuce, and Testicles! And it actually looked really good. whistle


EWW!!

Oh, pleeze! I saw you eyeing that baby skunk in my yard! lol wink

Posted By: DickNose_Moltasanti

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 08/21/12 01:47 PM

Originally Posted By: J Geoff
Originally Posted By: Mignon
Originally Posted By: J Geoff
Bizarre Foods tonight had a BLT... Bacon, Lettuce, and Testicles! And it actually looked really good. whistle


EWW!!

Oh, pleeze! I saw you eyeing that baby skunk in my yard! lol wink



Jeff you should put some salt and pepper on the testicles amd some ranch sauce lol
Posted By: Mignon

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 08/21/12 03:00 PM

Originally Posted By: J Geoff
Originally Posted By: Mignon
Originally Posted By: J Geoff
Bizarre Foods tonight had a BLT... Bacon, Lettuce, and Testicles! And it actually looked really good. whistle


EWW!!

Oh, pleeze! I saw you eyeing that baby skunk in my yard! lol wink

Squirrel yes skunk no. lol
Posted By: Five_Felonies

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 08/21/12 03:35 PM

Originally Posted By: Mignon
Squirrel yes skunk no. lol
squirrel is actually quite good. i tried it for the frst time last year in west virginia. after it was skinned it was boiled. the meat was then removed from the carcass, shredded and mixed about 50/50 with mashed potatoes then breaded and deep fried.
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 08/21/12 05:39 PM

I don't want to eat or wear anything I see lying dead on the side of the road. Roadkill is roadkill, it's not food or a luxury item. I don't want to eat squirrel or wear raccoon.

As for the testicles, what animal was the original owner? When I was in Nashville, our host ordered an appetizer named rooster fries, which were actually deep fried turkey testicles.
Posted By: klydon1

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 08/21/12 08:22 PM

Originally Posted By: Five_Felonies
Originally Posted By: Mignon
Squirrel yes skunk no. lol
squirrel is actually quite good.


A nice, plump squirrel can be quite good. I've had it breaded and fried.

As a child, Gordon Liddy captured, killed, skinned and cooked a squirrel. When he was asked what it tasted like, he replied, "Kind of like rat."
Posted By: Five_Felonies

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 08/21/12 10:01 PM

i have an amazing piece of tuna marinading in my homemade teriyaki that has a date in the cast iron later tonight. i gotta say it again, wegmens sure does a great job with thier seafood department! its very reassuring when you have to wait in line as it means that the product moves. for a side i was thinking of a nice light rice pilaf flavored with ginger and tons of scallions. oh yeah, i will be cooking that tuna extremely rare, the only way it should be cooked smile
Posted By: Mark

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 08/22/12 12:26 AM

Sounds good, FF. I just put in a little roast with potatoes & carrots for a late dinner. Mrs. Mark has class tonight and I want to surprise her.
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 08/22/12 12:29 AM

Sounds good, FF. Wegman's is too long a drive for me, but we are supposed to be getting one next year. I've only been to one in VA when I visited my nephew, and I did love it.
Posted By: Five_Felonies

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 08/22/12 12:39 AM

Originally Posted By: Sicilian Babe
Sounds good, FF. Wegman's is too long a drive for me, but we are supposed to be getting one next year. I've only been to one in VA when I visited my nephew, and I did love it.
it can be kinda pricey, but it's worth it imo. when it comes to food most of the time i would rather spend extra money and cook at home rather then go out to a sub-par establishment and be let down. this is not to say that i don't enjoy going out, but i would rather go out to one nice place rather than 2 ok places. this also saves money that i can use for the bar tab being a young guy and all

i'm gonna be cooking the tuna soon and i will let you guys know how it came out. i know that it's kinda late but i usually eat a late lunch and i find that when i eat dinner later i tend to snack less.
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 08/22/12 12:54 AM

I have to tell you, drinking out has gotten hideously expensive. Since when is a glass of mediocre wine more money than a mixed drink? Ridiculous. $8 for a meh cab? I can spend a couple of dollars more and get a whole bottle for home! LOL I went out with my daughter and some of her friends and couldn't believe the tab at the end of the night!
Posted By: Five_Felonies

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 08/22/12 12:59 AM

Originally Posted By: Sicilian Babe
I have to tell you, drinking out has gotten hideously expensive. Since when is a glass of mediocre wine more money than a mixed drink? Ridiculous. $8 for a meh cab? I can spend a couple of dollars more and get a whole bottle for home! LOL I went out with my daughter and some of her friends and couldn't believe the tab at the end of the night!
very true! thats why ya gotta have a "few" drinks before you even go out! take that extra money and throw it towards a cab or make it worth the while for the designated driver. thats what my friends will do. just remember, never let your fun potentially interfere with somebody else's life!
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 08/22/12 01:13 AM

I'm very proud of my daughter and her friends. They will always either choose a DD or plan on sleeping over (usually in my living room lol) so nobody has to think about it.
Posted By: Five_Felonies

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 08/22/12 01:26 AM

the tuna was very good! i took the leftover marinade and reduced it over low heat and it turned out to be a great sauce! the rice needed a little more salt but it had a great flavor anyway!
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 08/22/12 03:08 AM

Always better to undersalt than oversalt.
Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 08/22/12 01:58 PM

Originally Posted By: Five_Felonies
Originally Posted By: Sicilian Babe
I have to tell you, drinking out has gotten hideously expensive. Since when is a glass of mediocre wine more money than a mixed drink? Ridiculous. $8 for a meh cab? I can spend a couple of dollars more and get a whole bottle for home! LOL I went out with my daughter and some of her friends and couldn't believe the tab at the end of the night!
very true! thats why ya gotta have a "few" drinks before you even go out! take that extra money and throw it towards a cab or make it worth the while for the designated driver. thats what my friends will do. just remember, never let your fun potentially interfere with somebody else's life!


Our government tells folks over here not to drink before they go out cos this is what leads to binge drinking and carnage in the hospitals on weekend nights. Ridiculous, there's nothing wrong with having 8 cans of Stella in the house before going out for 10 pints is there??
Posted By: Signor Vitelli

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 08/22/12 07:53 PM

Originally Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas
...there's nothing wrong with having 8 cans of Stella in the house before going out for 10 pints is there??


Takes me right back to my younger days...








So, what's for tonight's dinner? lol

Signor V.
Posted By: J Geoff

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 08/23/12 06:35 AM


For a friend's birthday, I took her out to the area's best Italian restaurant: Il Giardinello (I've mentioned it here before, especially after Joe Pesci was spotted there a year or two ago by another friend).

My go-to dish is Linguini Marechiara (Combination of Shrimp, Calamari and Scungilli [and a few clams and mussels] with a touch of Marinara Sauce over Linguini; $24.95)

Hmm, this time the "touch of Marinara" was just that, yet this time with a HUGE SCOOP of chunky tomatoes on top that I had to pick off. Not a fan of tomato chunks in my sauce. But the dish is awesome anyway. Huge, and packed full of seafood! I added some crushed red pepper flakes to kick it up a notch.

Started off with the Oysters Amalfi (Oysters broiled with crabmeat stuffing; $12). Very good. But you serve 5 for 2 people?? Not 6 or 4? Happens all the time! lol

House Salad, and the Escarole in Brodo ($4.50) soup was good, too.

Took most of the entree home for tomorrow. My date had the Chilean Sea Bass special ($32) which was outstanding and huge!

Thankfully tomorrow's a cheap day: Leftovers, then $1 beers at the ballpark. wink
Posted By: J Geoff

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 08/23/12 06:36 AM


For a friend's birthday, I took her out to the area's best Italian restaurant: Il Giardinello (I've mentioned it here before, especially after Joe Pesci was spotted there a year or two ago by another friend).

My go-to dish is Linguini Marechiara (Combination of Shrimp, Calamari and Scungilli [and a few clams and mussels] with a touch of Marinara Sauce over Linguini; $24.95)

Hmm, this time the "touch of Marinara" was just that, yet this time with a HUGE SCOOP of chunky tomatoes on top that I had to pick off. Not a fan of tomato chunks in my sauce. But the dish is awesome anyway. Huge, and packed full of seafood! I added some crushed red pepper flakes to kick it up a notch.

Started off with the Oysters Amalfi (Oysters broiled with crabmeat stuffing; $12). Very good. But you serve 5 for 2 people?? Not 6 or 4? Happens all the time! lol

House Salad, and the Escarole in Brodo ($4.50) soup was good, too.

Took most of the entree home for tomorrow. My date had the Chilean Sea Bass Tico special (egg battered, sautéed with white wine, garlic, butter and lemon, served over a bed of spinach and topped with fried leeks; $32) which was outstanding and huge!

Thankfully tomorrow's a cheap day: Leftovers, then $1 beers at the ballpark. wink
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 08/23/12 04:46 PM

I went to lunch with a colleague. He loves sushi, so we went to the all you can eat sushi place I mentioned here previously. There's no buffet, you order off of menu sheets. The food is then prepared to order. Everything is fresh and very high quality. He was quite impressed. And insisted on picking up the check! Lovely!

This is the third time in about two months that I've eaten there, and the food always gets a thumb's up from me. I had tobiko, pork katsu, spicy calamari, crab tempura, beef teriyaki, a Manhattan Roll and a Philadelphia Roll. I was dying to get the fried banana to finish off the meal, but even I was too full.
Posted By: Five_Felonies

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 08/23/12 11:32 PM

i had a chicken cheesesteak from a local place. it was pretty good, although the chicken was a little dried out as it likely spent a little too much time on the flattop. i picked up a 6pk of titan ipa as well as a single bottle of dogfishhead 90 minute ipa so i had plenty to wash it down with.
Posted By: Signor Vitelli

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 08/25/12 06:56 AM

Decisions, decisions...

Burning the midnight oil again (no good for cooking, let me tell you...), and I'm pondering what to do with a handful of nice-sized shrimp I've just thawed.

It seems to be coming down to this:

1. Pasta with garlic and oil and a little fortified chicken broth, topped with shrimp braised in the liquids with red pepper flakes, seasonings, parsley and a bit of lemon juice added. Quite delicious, I might add.

Or...

2. Chipotle shrimp over rice. Just saw an episode this evening of Mexico - One Plate At A Time with Rick Bayless and the recipe is quite easy to adapt with I have in my cupboards. I have a can of chipotle peppers in adobo sauce at the ready, if need be.

(BTW, has anyone noticed that Rick Bayless sounds exactly like someone doing an impression of Jack Nicholson??)

In any event, whichever I choose, it's a sure bet that I will be avoiding close contact with any and all humankind for the next 24 hours...

As the Chinese say, "Man who has choice, has troubles!"

Signor V.
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 08/26/12 03:02 AM

We went to a local seafood place to celebrate my mom's birthday. We had the family sized fried clam strips and fried calmari to start. There were nine of us and we couldn't even come close to finishing (and we have some monster-sized appetites). My daughter and I shared the lobster feast - 2 steamed lobsters with mussels and clams and coleslaw. We finished the lobsters and the clams, but couldn't make a dent in the mussels. My husband and brother (ironically) shared the Lover's Platter, which was two dozen jumbo shrimp cocktail, six lobster tails and two sides. Everyone at the table ordered similar items, we shared three buckets of Coronas, as well as some sodas. With tip and all, the bill was $329. I'm still not sure how we got away that cheaply.
Posted By: DickNose_Moltasanti

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 08/26/12 03:18 AM

I gotta say you eat well !^^^^^
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 08/26/12 03:26 AM

And, alas, I look it. frown
Posted By: Five_Felonies

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 08/30/12 02:51 AM

hand breaded fried shrimp tonight. just simple flour , egg, and breadcrumb. they were very good, the only problem is that i didn't have a thermometer so it took a bit of trial and error to get the oil to the right temperature.
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 08/30/12 03:01 AM

After I posted my chicken cutlet recipe for Geoff's tailgating, I decided to make them tonight. America's Choice Sesame Ginger Marinade, plus OJ, lemon juice, white wine and a dash of onion powder. Then we grilled them.

I almost forgot, for an appetizer, I bought a couple of thin crust Boboli and made pizzas. Pizzaboy had recommended grilling them, so we tried it. They were delicious!
Posted By: Mark

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 08/30/12 09:52 PM

Originally Posted By: Sicilian Babe
After I posted my chicken cutlet recipe for Geoff's tailgating, I decided to make them tonight. America's Choice Sesame Ginger Marinade, plus OJ, lemon juice, white wine and a dash of onion powder. Then we grilled them.

I almost forgot, for an appetizer, I bought a couple of thin crust Boboli and made pizzas. Pizzaboy had recommended grilling them, so we tried it. They were delicious!

Of course they were great - he IS pizzaboy! wink
Posted By: Five_Felonies

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 08/30/12 10:03 PM

i've done grilled pizza a few times with fresh dough. very tricky as you need the grill to be screaming hot. it can be done on gas but nothing competes with the taste of charcoal imo, that smokey flavor is great! for this method of prep the dough has to be worked extremely thin, and brushed with oil. now it's kinda similar to grilling delicate fish in that once you throw it on the grill you have to let it do its thing, because if you start messing with it too soon its all over, the dough wil let you know when its ready to be flipped as it should pull away cleanly. add whatever topping you like and heat them through and time to eat!
Posted By: carmela

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 09/01/12 02:20 AM

I made Sicilian Babe's vodka sauce tonight. I just used rigatoni instead of penne. It was very very good. I don't really eat pasta, but my husband and kids loved it, and moreso b/c I made it. lol. Thank you!!

Next up, Five Felonies Peppercorn sauce recipe.
Posted By: Five_Felonies

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 09/01/12 02:52 AM

good job, carmela. i've been meaning to try her vodka sauce recipe as well as its perfect for me because i hate any kind of tomato sauce with any chunks of tomato in it, just one of those weird food things we all have. as for the peppercorn sauce, you wil do great! i've made it a few times recently and the only slight tweaks that i would make to the recipe i posted before would be 3/4 cup of cream instead of 2/3 and i had to reduce the sauce for a little longer than 5 minutes, maybe 7. PM me whenever you want if you have any questions.
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 09/01/12 03:05 AM

Carmela, so glad they enjoyed it. I have definitely switched around pasta, made it with ziti, whatever is close at hand and close to penne! It's my go-to recipe when I'm entertaining and the guests expect something Italian.

I don't know if you saw it, but I posted the link to the risotto recipe you requested. It's one page back.

We had friends drop in unexpectedly with some wine and cheese. We usually don't cook on Fridays (actually, pretty much never lol), so we ordered a few pizzas, but they wouldn't stay. We have an entire pie left over if anyone wants some!
Posted By: carmela

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 09/01/12 03:16 AM

Yes, Babe...I saw you posted the risotto recipe again for me. Thanks so much! That is something my husband will love!! I'm going to make that very soon.

Five Felonies, thanks for all your help, too. The only issue i have is my husband is one of those well done meat kinda guys. He won't touch meat unless it's very well done. I can't tell you the fights we've had in restaurants b/c he tells them the way he wants it, but very few chefs agree to do it. He's actually grabbed my arm and pulled me out of restaurants so frustrated over this. So whatever meat I make in peppercorn, has to be very well done..no blood whatsoever.

Thanks again, guys.

Posted By: Five_Felonies

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 09/01/12 03:17 AM

leave some on the back porch for any stray cats, or dicknose!
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 09/01/12 03:21 AM

Carmela, even though I'm the opposite (I like my meat rare), I share his frustration. Too often I've had dinners ruined when the meat is overcooked and I've had to send it back and fight with the waiter and manager.
Posted By: Five_Felonies

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 09/01/12 03:32 AM

Originally Posted By: carmela
Yes, Babe...I saw you posted the risotto recipe again for me. Thanks so much! That is something my husband will love!! I'm going to make that very soon.

Five Felonies, thanks for all your help, too. The only issue i have is my husband is one of those well done meat kinda guys. He won't touch meat unless it's very well done. I can't tell you the fights we've had in restaurants b/c he tells them the way he wants it, but very few chefs agree to do it. He's actually grabbed my arm and pulled me out of restaurants so frustrated over this. So whatever meat I make in peppercorn, has to be very well done..no blood whatsoever.

Thanks again, guys.

good thing you told me that! what a shame! if he needs his meat cooked well done then i would switch the fillet mignon with a bone in ribeye as that has alot more fat than a fillet and should hold up better being cooked to hell frown follow the recipe the same, you will just need to cook the steak longer. also, after the steak is cooked through in the sauce, i would remove it from the bone(doesn't have to be a bone-in ribeye, but it will lead to a better final product) and slice it before topping with the sauce and plating. this way, you can be sure its cooked enough for his liking! one tip though is you have to let the steak rest once it is done cooking. in other words, don't slice right into it as soon as it's done cooking, wait at least 5 minutes. this will lead to a more juicy steak, even more important when cooking it well-done. all joking aside, this recipe will still turn out great, the sauce will really pick it up!
Posted By: Signor Vitelli

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 09/02/12 01:34 PM

Originally Posted By: Five_Felonies
...you have to let the steak rest once it is done cooking. in other words, don't slice right into it as soon as it's done cooking, wait at least 5 minutes.


Absolutely. As a matter of fact, that goes for things like chicken and (my weakness) a nice holiday turkey. A good rule of thumb is to always let it rest for a bit. The juices will set slightly and remain in the meat (or bird).

Signor V.
Posted By: Big Alex

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 09/03/12 06:08 PM

PB, Yer killin' me.
Posted By: Signor Vitelli

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 09/18/12 04:00 AM

Decided to get a little ambitious tonight and make something I haven't had in quite awhile: a nice, traditional beef stew. Did all the shopping earlier today, then spent about an hour carefully preparing all the ingredients. Cooked it for a few hours, and now I'm set for the next couple of days.

The Good: Absolutely delicious. I followed a recipe I first worked out back in 2005.

The Bad: I was so eager to dig in, I scalded my tongue and the roof of my mouth. Whoever first said, "Eat it while it's hot" should be skinned alive.

The Ugly: My waistline. I refuse to go anywhere near the bathroom scale.

Signor V.
Posted By: klydon1

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 09/19/12 12:20 AM

Enjoy that stew for the next few days, SV. I find that beef stew is always better the second day.

You reminded me that this past Friday our local Knights of Columbus club had a Half-way to St. Patrick's Day celebration, and for a ten dollar donation you got a shamrock wristband that entitled you to all the homemade Guinness beef stew and corned beef and cabbage you could eat while being entertained by an Irish band, and draining cold bottles of Guinness with the Bobby Sands Division of the Ancient Order of Hibernians.

I managed to stagger to my car just before 8 to watch Notre Dame at home.
Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 09/19/12 10:32 AM

last night we had our daughter at the local university for a visit so we were late home, which meant Chinese takeaway. Chicken in spicy Peking sauce with boiled rice, Chicken fried rice smothered in hot curry sauce and loads of chips smile
Posted By: SC

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 09/19/12 11:08 AM

Originally Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas
last night we had our daughter


A poor choice of words in a thread about what you had for dinner. You and Mrs. Yogi must have been REALLY hungry.
Posted By: pizzaboy

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 09/21/12 05:40 PM

We pulled a load of cherry tomatoes from the yard yesterday. I mean, like hundreds.

My wife tossed them with olive oil, layed them out on a sheet pan and roasted them for about a half hour until the skins just started to burst.

Then she made a pasta dish with them (she used mezzi rigatoni). It was a simple aglio e olio (olive oil and sliced garlic), tossed with the roasted tomatoes and a handful of torn basil (also from the garden), then finished with a handful of parmigiano and another drizzle of olive oil.

The best!
Posted By: Five_Felonies

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 09/21/12 09:18 PM

last night i made braised pork chops. i got some nice thick t-one chops and seasoned heavily with salt and pepper, then seared them. i then added them to a glass baking dish and added some sliced garlic to the pan that i seared them in. i cooked that until golden and then deglazed with a touch of white wine and topped the chops with it. i opened up a fresh jar of cherry peppers and added around 1/4 cup of the liquid to the chops as well.

i wrapped it up in foil and cooked it at 250 for about 3 1/2 hours. i removed them from the oven, and turned it up to 375. i chopped a few of the cherry peppers up and topped the chops with them and then threw them back in the oven uncovered for around 20 minutes. they had a little bite from the peppers and the vinegar in the juice and were so tender that i only used a fork!
Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 09/24/12 09:45 AM

Originally Posted By: SC
Originally Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas
last night we had our daughter


A poor choice of words in a thread about what you had for dinner. You and Mrs. Yogi must have been REALLY hungry.


Awful English indeed SC....i would not eat Jennifer anyways, she is way too sour.... tongue wink
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 09/25/12 01:13 AM

We've all got nasty colds, so we had a simple dinner of chicken broth, a bit of minced onion, a dash of tomato sauce, spinach and red beans. Oh, it was so delicious! Some nice fresh rolls from the bakery were perfect to dip in the broth, too!
Posted By: J Geoff

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 09/25/12 05:35 AM

Originally Posted By: Sicilian Babe
...dinner of chicken broth, a bit of minced onion, a dash of tomato sauce, spinach and red beans...

All of that, all separated on a plate? Hmmm... doesn't sound that delish lol wink
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 09/25/12 04:36 PM

It's like a soup, wise ass! tongue
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/03/12 04:25 PM

I couldn't decide what to make for dinner last night. Rummaging through the freezer, I found some veal cutlets. I knew it wasn't enough for the whole family, so I had frozen them to add to more next time I went shopping. That was a month or two ago, and I had forgotten all about them. It was just me and my husband last night, so I defrosted them. I dipped them in an egg wash, then in mixture of flour, corn starch and a lemon pepper spice. I sauteed them in olive oil, butter, lemon and white wine. They were lovely. I made some mixed vegetables and a Knorr pasta mix that was spinach and plain noodles in a light cheese sauce.
Posted By: Wilson

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/10/12 11:12 PM

Angel Hair Pasta with pork neckbones for me tonight if I feel like having a late dinner. If I don't , I'll just pick up something to go from a local place.
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/11/12 12:49 AM

With the cooler weather, we decided on roast beef, mashed potatoes, green beans and brown gravy. Yum.
Posted By: Signor Vitelli

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/11/12 05:01 AM

SB, you are positively inspiring me.

Will try to make same within the week!

Signor V.
Posted By: DickNose_Moltasanti

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/11/12 06:59 AM

Originally Posted By: Sicilian Babe
With the cooler weather, we decided on roast beef, mashed potatoes, green beans and brown gravy. Yum.
Originally Posted By: Signor Vitelli
SB, you are positively inspiring me.

Will try to make same within the week!

Signor V.


umm sounds so tasty! lollollollollollollollollollollollollollollollollollollollollollollollollollollollollollol
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/11/12 05:38 PM

None for the back door, sorry. The daughter's boyfriend ate all the leftovers.
Posted By: DickNose_Moltasanti

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/11/12 07:48 PM

Originally Posted By: Sicilian Babe
None for the back door, sorry. The daughter's boyfriend ate all the leftovers.


Sometimes I do feel like a stray cat; speaking of leftovers lol
Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/11/12 09:35 PM

Just got home from a late shift, wife is out for dinner with her pals, so my daughter made me some lovely spicy pasta with warm olive bread!!

Very tasty cool
Posted By: J Geoff

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/13/12 04:37 AM

Originally Posted By: DickNose_Moltasanti
Originally Posted By: Sicilian Babe
With the cooler weather, we decided on roast beef, mashed potatoes, green beans and brown gravy. Yum.
Originally Posted By: Signor Vitelli
SB, you are positively inspiring me.

Will try to make same within the week!

Signor V.


umm sounds so tasty! lollollollollollollollollollollollollollollollollollollollollollollollollollollollollollol

Sorry, but... what's so effing funny about that comment? Please clarify that for me.....
Posted By: DickNose_Moltasanti

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/13/12 06:30 AM

Originally Posted By: Five_Felonies
leave some on the back porch for any stray cats, or dicknose!


"I'm a stray cat"
Posted By: J Geoff

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/19/12 01:36 AM


HOLY CRAP!! I found a new favorite place! It was my nephew's birthday, so 4 of us went to one of his favorite places: 10th Avenue Burrito in Belmar, NJ (about 25 mins north of me; it's since moved to 8th Ave) that was featured on Diners, Drive-Ins & Dives (see video below). OMG, it was awesome!

There was a special of .50 wings, so we got 3 dozen (!) Adobo Wings (as shown being made in the video). Then I got the Shredded Pork Mole burrito (entree is shown in video) and it was HUGE! For $8! (plus $2 for the ridiculous Chipotle Cream Sauce).



I will be back every-other week I think!

Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/19/12 02:39 AM

Made comfort food tonight. Pot roast, egg noodles and carrots. A friend dropped off some apples after she went apple picking, so I made a pie with a caramel red wine reduction. It was so good, I had two slices.
Posted By: Five_Felonies

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/25/12 11:16 PM

spaghetti with garlic, oil and brocolli. heavy on the garlic, also added a little of the pasta water to help stretch the sauce. (thanks Lidia Bastianich) topped with freshly grated cheese, and added a new twist this time, toasted bread crumbs. amazing, as the bread crumbs add a nice texture on top and when you dig into the pasta they also help absorb all of that good oil! served with some homemade grilled texas toast. for the toast i simply season some nice thick bread with salt, pepper and olive oil. grill and when the bread is nice and crusty, rub with a clove of fresh garlic. the crusty bread acts almost like sandpaper and grinds the garlic down into the bread, really makes ll the difference in the world!
Posted By: Wilson

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 11/02/12 10:11 PM

Picked up a Sirloin and I'm gonna make some red potatoes in the oven that are marinated in olive oil, garlic salt and pepper. With some oven baked macaroni and cheese. Picked up a bottle of one of my favorite red wines to go with it. I will also be serving this with a side salad.
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 11/03/12 10:08 PM

Got the Big Dinner Box from Pizza Hut. My daughter's out picking it up now. Can't wait. Got two pizzas (one sausage, one black olive w/extra cheese), boneless garlic parmesan wings, cheesy breadsticks and 2 liter of Diet Pepsi, all for $23 inc. tax.

My mouth is watering already.
Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 11/04/12 08:22 AM

That sounds like a good deal. I do like me a bit of Pizza Hut occasionly cool
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 11/04/12 08:39 PM

We have some of the best pizza in NY right around here, and my daughter still prefers Pizza Hut. Since she weighs about as much as a gnat, we let her pick the meal. The pizza was meh, but the wings were delicious!
Posted By: NickyEyes1

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 11/04/12 09:59 PM

chicago pizza > nyc pizza
Posted By: Five_Felonies

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 11/05/12 12:32 AM

Originally Posted By: NickyEyes1
chicago pizza > nyc pizza
you are entitled to your opinion, but frankly i think that they are so different that comparing them is silly. both are great, but its kinda like comparing a philly cheese steak to a porterhouse, just a different animal entirely.
Posted By: J Geoff

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 11/05/12 07:40 AM

Originally Posted By: Sicilian Babe
We have some of the best pizza in NY right around here, and my daughter still prefers Pizza Hut.

Smart girl! She'd REALLY like NJ pizza better, tho, cuz Pizza Hut sucks! wink

Posted By: DickNose_Moltasanti

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 11/05/12 09:04 AM

Originally Posted By: Five_Felonies
Originally Posted By: NickyEyes1
chicago pizza > nyc pizza
you are entitled to your opinion, but frankly i think that they are so different that comparing them is silly. both are great, but its kinda like comparing a philly cheese steak to a porterhouse, just a different animal entirely.

lol lol
Posted By: DickNose_Moltasanti

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 11/05/12 09:12 AM

Originally Posted By: Sicilian Babe
Got the Big Dinner Box from Pizza Hut. My daughter's out picking it up now. Can't wait. Got two pizzas (one sausage, one black olive w/extra cheese), boneless garlic parmesan wings, cheesy breadsticks and 2 liter of Diet Pepsi, all for $23 inc. tax.

My mouth is watering already.


The garlic Parm wings aren't bad I tried those the other week. Good idea you went with the big box the $10.00 box you get stuck with with the cinnamon sticks with icing all that grease and that for dessert is asking for trouble. They should give every customer a free bottle of Beano with their purchase lol
Posted By: Signor Vitelli

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 11/10/12 08:30 AM

Here it is, in the middle of the night in Vitelli Territory, and I just got the idea to make a chicken curry dish.

Mixed up some dry spices, will slice up a boneless chicken breast shortly, and can't decide whether I want to make a flavored rice to go with it or some couscous.

Decisions, decisions...

Actually, come to think of it, I want to chop up a fresh tomato to add to the mix, and there is a 24-hour greengrocer right on my corner.

So, at 3:30 in the morning, off I go.

Dinner is going to be damn good tonight. Of course, the right beer always helps. wink


Signor V.
Posted By: Five_Felonies

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 11/14/12 07:04 PM

sausage and pepper subs last night, but a little different this time. i rubbed the hot italian sausage with a little bit of olive oil, and then roasted them in a hot 450 oven until done. took them out, let them cool, and sliced them in half and threw them on the grill pan. while that was going, i toasted the rolls and added nice thick slices of sharp provalone. added the sausage to the rolls, and topped with tons of sliced red and green hot cherry peppers, and drizzled a little bit of the brine from the jar on top while the sausage was still hot so that it absorbs all that goodness. it was one of those things that just comes together perfectly, as the slight warming heat and vinegary bite from the peppers just went great with the sausage, rather than loading up with bell or frying peppers. no onions or sauce this time either, as the cherry peppers really shined. this is how i'm gonna do it for sandwiches from now on, damn tasty!
Posted By: Wilson

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 11/16/12 09:07 PM

Do you guys ever wake up in the middle of the night and cook a meal?
Posted By: Five_Felonies

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 11/16/12 09:30 PM

Originally Posted By: Wilson
Do you guys ever wake up in the middle of the night and cook a meal?
sometimes, but more often when i make dinner i will eat early and then reheat some later on. subs for me tonight. picked up some great boars heat hot cappricola, hot supprasada, pepperoni, and sharp provalone, along with an assortment of peppers. boars head makes the best cold cuts by far, not counting some of the imported italian cured meats/cheeses. thumans blows!
Posted By: klydon1

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 11/17/12 03:16 AM

Fried chicken for me tonight. I'm home alone, so I went nuts. Stopped by my neighbor's because I know he always has cold bottles of Guinness waiting for me. Now, it's time for more chicken.
Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 11/17/12 10:23 PM

Your neighbour always has beer waiting for you Kly??? Now that's what i call a neighbourhood......

The fella next door to me is tee-total....the weirdo panic uhwhat
Posted By: Mark

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 11/17/12 10:32 PM

Mrs. Mark made me tuna casserole tonight. One of my personal faves! She did an outstanding job! Brava! BTW - she doesn't even like it but she did it all for me... definitely a gem she is!
Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 11/17/12 10:37 PM

Me and the kids had pizza cos my wife is entertaining some pals. They are having a Chinese takeaway now so i am having one as well . Just call me 2 dinners Yogi smile
Posted By: Mark

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 11/17/12 10:45 PM

I hope you got your stretchy knickers on tonight, Yog!
Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 11/17/12 10:48 PM

Originally Posted By: Mark
I hope you got your stretchy knickers on tonight, Yog!


Always mate, always tongue
Posted By: Five_Felonies

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 11/17/12 10:53 PM

charred some thick, bone-in pork chops tonight in the cast iron, then added to a shallow baking dish. simply deglazed the skillet with a touch of water, and topped the chops with it. covered with foil, and sent them to a low 250 oven for about 4 hours give or take. almost half way there, about to add a bunch of sliced cherry peppers to the top of the chops. another 2 hours or so and remove. i might make a gravy with the drippings, but i'm not sure yet. veg is a little different tonight, gonna roast cauliflower in a hot oven with a little garlic and oil.
Posted By: Mark

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 11/17/12 10:56 PM

Sounds very tasty, FF! "Bone Apateet"!
Posted By: Signor Vitelli

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 11/18/12 09:14 AM

I realized that I should have caught up on the posts in this thread before I made dinner tonight.

I mean, there was nothing specifically wrong with the dinner I made, but if I had read some of the most recent posts, it probably would have affected my choice.

I absolutely love a good tuna casserole, but haven't made one in many years. I'll have to make one before the week is out, if I can budget the time...

I have a package of beautiful, lean, center-cut pork chops sitting in the fridge, and they'll probably be tomorrow's dinner, along with some either baked or home-fried potatoes (with onions and green pepper), biscuits and gravy. (I may have a good friend coming over tomorrow, and his shrew of a wife never cooks him a meal, ever.) I'll be lucky if I'll be able to move for the following 24 hours...

But, my most recent repast? A stir-fry of shrimp, broccoli, snow peas and bean sprouts over a bed of white rice. It was nice - and quite filling - but my brain is still hungry (but, my body definitely is not!).


Signor V.
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 11/18/12 09:06 PM

Last night we ordered a most bizarre mix of foods from our local pizza place. A Sicilian pizza, curly fries, onion rings, a cucumber salad, baked ziti Siciliana and zeppoli for dessert. It was one of those go through the menu and click things that sound yummy.

Tonight we're having skirt steak. I'm debating whether to marinate it or not. The window on that may have already closed.
Posted By: Five_Felonies

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 11/25/12 11:40 PM

fried shrimp, buffalo style. a nice simple meal, simply bread the shrimp, fry, and toss in a bunch of franks red hot or another hot sauce of your choosing. great quick meal to enjoy with more than a few beers! a few tips though...

#1 season the shrimp lightly with salt as soon as they come out of the oil. the remaining oil will help the salt adhere, this holds true for all fried foods.

#2 immediately after salting, toss in the hot sauce. what i like to do is grab a large round bowl and lightly coat the bottom in the hot sauce and then toss. remember, you can always add more but it is very hard to take away. probably the best piece of cooking advice that i have ever came across. also, only adding a small amount of the hot sauce helps to retain both the flavor and crispiness of the shrimp.
Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 11/26/12 10:27 AM

Last night was toad in the hole. My wife makes it delicious, the toads not to crunchy..... wink
Posted By: klydon1

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 11/26/12 07:18 PM

Originally Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas
Last night was toad in the hole. My wife makes it delicious, the toads not to crunchy..... wink


If the toad is in the hole too long, will it bubble and squeak? smile

Yesterday my wife made a big pot of chicken corn soup with homemade rivlets and I cooked a large pork shoulder in vinegar, soy sauce and worcestershire sauce. But my older boy was heading back to college and was in the mood for cheeseburgers, so I grilled some while he sliced potatoes and made cheddar bacon fries. Plenty of leftovers, which is good because my two younger kids have a day off from school for first day of hunting.
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 11/27/12 01:33 AM

Klyd, what are rivlets? I've never heard of them.
Posted By: klydon1

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 11/27/12 03:35 PM

Originally Posted By: Sicilian Babe
Klyd, what are rivlets? I've never heard of them.


Rivlets are little dumplings usually for soup. It's an Amish/PA Dutch thing.
Posted By: Five_Felonies

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 11/28/12 12:45 AM

burgers tonight, sadly inside though as i have no more charcoal and i shouldn't be driving right now so we will have to make due. to make up for it, i have started a big pan of carmalized onions. vidalia onions sliced pretty thin lenghwise, thrown in the cast iron over low heat with tons of butter and a little salt. takes about 45 minutes if you wanna really do it right. now the only question is what kind of cheese? i have chedder,aged provalone,blue cheese,munster and good old yellow american. right now i'm kinda feeling the american, but i have about a 35-40 minutes to make up my mind so we will see.
Posted By: Five_Felonies

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 11/30/12 09:41 PM

considering all the bullshit i've been going through, me and a few friends are gonna be going out to tgi fridays in a few hours. i'm really in the mood for the cheesy appeal of a place like that today, i might even tell them its my birthday so they sing me some shitty song just for a laugh lol i haven't been there in a while, but i remember the jack daniels chicken being pretty good. any suggestions?
Posted By: DickNose_Moltasanti

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 11/30/12 09:50 PM

Originally Posted By: Five_Felonies
considering all the bullshit i've been going through, me and a few friends are gonna be going out to tgi fridays in a few hours. i'm really in the mood for the cheesy appeal of a place like that today, i might even tell them its my birthday so they sing me some shitty song just for a laugh lol i haven't been there in a while, but i remember the jack daniels chicken being pretty good. any suggestions?


Get the JD Marinated Roast Beef Drape Pussy Silders
Posted By: Five_Felonies

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 12/01/12 07:37 PM

i ordered the grilled salmon with langostino lobster sauce last night at fridays and it was not good mad the salmon was burnt, and had that carbon build up taste like the grill grates had not been cleaned in about a month. the sauce was supposed to be a garlic alfredo with cremini mushrooms, but instead it tasted like some frozen crawfish tails heated up in a pan with some unseasoned cream, in fact i'm pretty sure it was crawfish and not langostine shhh i actually complained, which i won't do unless something is really bad. the waitress was great though, and brought me the jack daniels chicken that i was going to originaly order, which was respectable. its nice to see a waitress that really seemed to care, and did her best to fix things,so she still walked out with around 25%.
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 12/01/12 09:01 PM

The service in places like Chili's or Friday's is usually surprisingly good. I try to stick to stuff that they'll do well, a burger, chicken, ribs, nothing too off the charts, and never pasta! LOL

My daughter tried a new place called Bahama Breeze in New Jersey after some Christmas shopping. She ordered the pan-seared salmon and said it was very good, and the drinks were huge and inexpensive. What more could you ask for?
Posted By: Five_Felonies

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 12/01/12 09:19 PM

Originally Posted By: Sicilian Babe
The service in places like Chili's or Friday's is usually surprisingly good. I try to stick to stuff that they'll do well, a burger, chicken, ribs, nothing too off the charts, and never pasta! LOL
i usaually try to follow the same advice, but i'm a sucker for pictures, and i got tricked. this is what i ordered was advertized as:

Posted By: Signor Vitelli

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 12/02/12 01:23 AM

Originally Posted By: Five_Felonies
...i'm a sucker for pictures, and i got tricked.


Not just you, FF, but probably millions of consumers, generally speaking.

I don't want to stray too much OT, but this is a pet peeve of mine: When we see commercials or print advertisements, food always looks so enticing but rarely (if ever) looks like that on our plate.

The reason?

All companies employ a Food Stylist when preparing their ads. It doesn't matter if it's a McDonald's burger or a fancy Thanksgiving turkey, if it's gonna be photographed or filmed, it's gonna be slaved over, minutely adjusted, primped and preened until it looks like a too-perfect, idealized conception that real life can never equal.

And those Food Stylists make pretty damn good money, too.

I understand there is some sort of law that says, for example, if you are advertising a burger with lettuce, tomato and ketchup in your ad, then what is pictured must actually be a burger with lettuce, tomato and ketchup - no plastic veggies, no acrylic paint standing in for the ketchup, etc. But, of course, there's no law against using super-perfect versions of the ingredients, and presenting them in a super-perfect manner. Hence, the job of the Food Stylist.

An aside: Y'know, I'm not sure about the law regarding print ads, because I seem to remember many years ago that if you saw a photo of someone holding up a spoonful of cereal and milk, chances are that the milk was Elmer's Glue! (Of course, the laws could have changed over the years.)

Anyway, that's my rant for today. Sorry for the thread drift.


Signor V.
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 12/02/12 02:42 AM

Yes, a food stylist will paw through a bushel of strawberries to find two perfect ones for an ad. Years ago, SV, the ice cream in print ads or pictures of sundaes in menus were plastic, because the ice cream melted under the lights.
Posted By: SC

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 12/02/12 02:47 AM

Originally Posted By: Signor Vitelli
Y'know, I'm not sure about the law regarding print ads, because I seem to remember many years ago that if you saw a photo of someone holding up a spoonful of cereal and milk, chances are that the milk was Elmer's Glue!


Stick to your ribs good.
Posted By: Signor Vitelli

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 12/02/12 04:31 AM

Originally Posted By: Sicilian Babe
Years ago, SV, the ice cream in print ads or pictures of sundaes in menus were plastic, because the ice cream melted under the lights.


Absolutely right - as a matter of fact, you just jarred a memory:

In the early days of Johnny Carson's tenure on the Tonight Show, some commercials were done live for the sponsors' products. Ed McMahon was doing an ice cream plug and holding a cone topped with what was purported to be ice cream. After he finished his spiel, Carson walked over to him and suggested that since the ice cream looked so delicious, he (Ed McMahon) should feel free to indulge himself right then and there on live TV. Ed balked. Carson persisted. Ed then had to admit that it wasn't ice cream after all... it was lard! The real stuff, of course, would have liquified under the hot studio lights. (I think a kinescope of this incident still exists somewhere!)

And SC - stick to my ribs?? I'll have you know I'm held together with only the finest duct tape and beer. No glue for me! tongue


Signor V.
Posted By: klydon1

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 12/06/12 09:55 PM

I was on the road with a colleague this morning, and on our way back to the office we decided to stop for lunch at Fuddruckers. I ordered the 1/3 lb. burger with bacon and cheese and topped it with lettuce, onion and banana peppers. Hadn't stopped at Fuddruckers in about two years, but I'm ready to go back tomorrow.
Posted By: SC

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 12/06/12 10:02 PM

I LOVE Fuddrucker's! Sadly, they closed all of them near me. frown
Posted By: pizzaboy

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 12/06/12 10:35 PM

That chain was great. But stupid me, I could never go there without making at least one puerile FudgePacker joke blush.
Posted By: Five_Felonies

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 12/06/12 11:12 PM

i'm in love with bannana peppers, peperoncinni, and cherry peppers. within the last year or two i have noticed a real increase in heartburn/indigestion from such things. i'm not talking mild discomfort either, but more like wake up at 3am in agony and not be able to get back to sleep. i'm thinking the vinegar brine also has alot to do with it. i guess the easy answer would be to just cut down, but i'm pretty stubborn. when/if did some of you oldtimers (pizzaman lol) notice an increase in heartburn? also, teriyaki marinaded pork chops tonight, bone-in porterhouse style cuts, some of the best i've done!
Posted By: SC

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 12/06/12 11:15 PM

That's nothing to take lightly, FF. You may have an ulcer. Definitely get it checked out with a doctor.
Posted By: Mark

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 12/06/12 11:23 PM

Acid Reflux is terrible - I have to take an OTC pill once a day or I can't sleep. Hey, FF - SC is right... get it checked out soon. It's not going to get better as you age - if anything it will get worse.
Posted By: Five_Felonies

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 12/06/12 11:31 PM

my mom has had terrible acid reflux for years now, been on all kinds of prescriptions. i wonder if it can be hereditary? maybe i should get it checked out, but you know us young guys, we put that kind of shit off! young, dumb, and full of cum lol
Posted By: klydon1

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 12/06/12 11:49 PM

Indigestion, heartburn , acid reflux have never been a problem for me. I guess I'm lucky.
Posted By: SC

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 12/06/12 11:53 PM

Originally Posted By: klydon1
Indigestion, heartburn , acid reflux have never been a problem for me. I guess I'm lucky.


You sure are! I was immune until I reached my thirties and then all hell broke loose. Now, if I just walk past a Mexican restaurant I breathe and fart fire.
Posted By: Signor Vitelli

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 12/07/12 12:39 AM

Originally Posted By: SC
I was immune until I reached my thirties and then all hell broke loose. Now, if I just walk past a Mexican restaurant I breathe and fart fire.




You really should see a doctor about this, SC.


Signor V.
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 12/08/12 03:41 AM

FF, it can turn into something serious, so you should get it checked out. It's easy enough to manage. I have Tums on my nightstand, which I use on many an occasion.

I made porkchops the other night. They were center-cut and thin, so I marinated them in soy sauce, water, sherry, garlic powder and a splash ketchup. Then my husband grilled them quickly and they were deeeeeelicious.
Posted By: DickNose_Moltasanti

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 12/08/12 08:04 AM

Originally Posted By: SC
Originally Posted By: klydon1
Indigestion, heartburn , acid reflux have never been a problem for me. I guess I'm lucky.


You sure are! I was immune until I reached my thirties and then all hell broke loose. Now, if I just walk past a Mexican restaurant I breathe and fart fire.


Sc you ever try Beano?
Posted By: DickNose_Moltasanti

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 12/08/12 08:05 AM

Originally Posted By: Mark
Acid Reflux is terrible - I have to take an OTC pill once a day or I can't sleep. Hey, FF - SC is right... get it checked out soon. It's not going to get better as you age - if anything it will get worse.


I've been taking stuff as well for acid reflux this time of the yeat is stressful
Posted By: DickNose_Moltasanti

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 12/08/12 08:08 AM

Originally Posted By: Five_Felonies
my mom has had terrible acid reflux for years now, been on all kinds of prescriptions. i wonder if it can be hereditary? maybe i should get it checked out, but you know us young guys, we put that kind of shit off! young, dumb, and full of cum lol


FF - Well jerk off that will will relieve ya a little bit like I've said sit on your hands till they go numb and then when you jerk off it feels like a stranger is doing it that my friend is called "The Stranger" lol lol I'm sure alotta mobsters in the Federal Pen do that so their not full of cum on the taxpayers time the inmates are given condoms to jerkoff into lol

When I was a little kid I remember my grandmom stayed with us for 3 months or so... She use to fart so loud I could hear the fart from the other room or if I was upstairs. I remember one time she farted in the kitchen and me and my hrother were laughing but because she was deaf and had many conditions she didn't seem to notice...lol
Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 12/13/12 02:42 PM

Wife made a delicious chicken and sweetcorn chowder last night, with loads of fresh crusty bread to dip. Very nice!!
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 12/14/12 03:14 AM

Baked a ham tonight, made some mashed potatoes. a cucumber salad and fresh rye bread from the local bakery. Yum.
Posted By: Five_Felonies

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 12/15/12 09:37 PM

pasta tossed with sauteed hot italian sausage, brocolli, garlic and oil. i'm sure that a fair amount of crushed red pepper will also make its way into the dish shhh not sure what kind of pasta to use, i thought we had rigatoni but we don't. its now between mini penne(too small imo), bowtie, or tri color rotini. i'm leaning towards the rotini. one thing that i have been doing as of late with regards to brocolli is using the stalks more. i'm not talking about the bottoms, but the sections closer to the florets. i simply slice them very thin, and add them to the sautee, much better than having them boiled imo!
Posted By: Five_Felonies

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 12/18/12 11:53 PM

tried my hand at my version of homemade chorizo, not traditional, but my own spin. i took some ground pork, and added my spices. sea salt/cracked pepper, a pinch of oregano, pinch of sugar, garlic powder, cayenne pepper, and plenty of smoked paprika and ground chiptole powder. a little veg oil to help marry the flavors, and a swirl of honey to help balance out the smokiness and heat. it tuned out damn good, and it would be kicked up to the next level if it was grilled over some hardwood charcoal, rather than done inside on a grill pan. another improvement would be to use a more rustic, coarse grind of pork, as opposed to the generic supermarket grind, but that can be easily changed. i've never made any type of sausage before, and this batch came out great! there is still about half left in the fridge, and i only expect it to get better after sitting overnight, giving the flavors a chance to really come together!
Posted By: Five_Felonies

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 12/21/12 12:47 AM

a great simple pasta dish i made tonight! cavatelli with butter, fresh thyme, and cracked black pepper, amazing! out of all the simple pasta dishes i've tried over the last few years, this one takes the cake!!
Posted By: klydon1

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 12/21/12 03:59 PM

Originally Posted By: Five_Felonies
a great simple pasta dish i made tonight! cavatelli with butter, fresh thyme, and cracked black pepper, amazing! out of all the simple pasta dishes i've tried over the last few years, this one takes the cake!!


My wife makes an amaazing cavatelli dish with sauteed broccoli in garlic and oil. Sometimes when I'm at the supermarket, I'll pick up a few packages of cavatelli and a couple of pounds of broccoli crowns, and hope she gets the hint.
Posted By: klydon1

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 12/21/12 04:02 PM

Heading to the Amish market for lunch today to treat a couple of hard working colleagues to lunch. I was there earlier in the week and the men substituted their black hats for Notre Dame caps, which they told me they'll wear up to the championship game. They know how to keep me coming back.
Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 12/22/12 01:30 PM

Originally Posted By: klydon1
Originally Posted By: Five_Felonies
a great simple pasta dish i made tonight! cavatelli with butter, fresh thyme, and cracked black pepper, amazing! out of all the simple pasta dishes i've tried over the last few years, this one takes the cake!!


My wife makes an amaazing cavatelli dish with sauteed broccoli in garlic and oil. Sometimes when I'm at the supermarket, I'll pick up a few packages of cavatelli and a couple of pounds of broccoli crowns, and hope she gets the hint.


Take them home and accidentally sort of dump them in her lap and then start rubbing your belly and saying how hungry you are?? I do that as well smile
Posted By: Five_Felonies

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 12/22/12 07:12 PM

we had some terrific classics from rosarios in freehold, a great deli/caterer. amazing meatballs, and imo the best baked ziti that can be found anywhere! for a little shop, the place has been absolutly mobbed the last week or so, but even with all the chaos, the staff are great. definatly worth checking out for anyone in the central jersey area!
Posted By: carmela

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 12/22/12 10:36 PM

Pinot Grigio. With a side of Pinot Grigio.
Posted By: SC

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 12/22/12 11:36 PM

Originally Posted By: carmela
Pinot Grigio. With a side of Pinot Grigio.


You whining again? Er, I mean "wining."
Posted By: Five_Felonies

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 12/22/12 11:58 PM

jim beam and chocolate covered pretzels so far, but things are gonna get real classy in a bit when i microwave some frozen white castle burgers. as much as i love to whip up some fancy dishes, its nice to be able to relax with a bunch of old friends, drink up, and then cop out and reach into the freezer shhh
Posted By: Wilson

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/03/13 10:11 PM

Center cut bone in Pork loin Chops with green peas and baked apples seasoned with cinnamon. Picked up a three layer key lime cake for dessert.
Posted By: EastHarlemItal

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/03/13 10:58 PM

Originally Posted By: Wilson
Center cut bone in Pork loin Chops with green peas and baked apples seasoned with cinnamon. Picked up a three layer key lime cake for dessert.


Ropo Veija here, it's the South American version of Pot Roast. With fried plantain! A touch of Sangria! Just a touch!
Posted By: Wilson

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/03/13 11:14 PM

Originally Posted By: EastHarlemItal
Originally Posted By: Wilson
Center cut bone in Pork loin Chops with green peas and baked apples seasoned with cinnamon. Picked up a three layer key lime cake for dessert.


Ropo Veija here, it's the South American version of Pot Roast. With fried plantain! A touch of Sangria! Just a touch!


That sounds delcious. Let me know how it was tomorrow smile
Posted By: NickyEyes1

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/03/13 11:53 PM

Pizza
Posted By: Brickhouse

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/09/13 07:57 AM

some nice sweet soppresata with peccorino.... on a plate with artichoke hearts, marinated roasted peppers and olives.... shrimp wrapped with prosciutto broiled and served with a dijon sauce..... stuffed veal chop valdostana (stuffed with fontina, prosciutto and basil and topped with mozz) in a nice marsala sauce..... escarole sauteed w garlic and olive oil.... several bottles of Peppoli chianti (on the cheaper side but delicious)..... life is good
Posted By: DickNose_Moltasanti

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/09/13 08:04 AM

Pretzel Crisps and Gatorade
Posted By: Five_Felonies

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/16/13 11:44 PM

broccoli and mozzarella stuffed bread from a local place, outstanding! seems like they sauteed the broccoli in lots of garlic and plenty of crushed red pepper before adding it, its surprisingly spicy but spot on IMO! washing it down with a few 90 minute IPA's, very satisfying!
Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/24/13 04:22 PM

Tonight i am having haggis, with the traditional tatties and neeps. Tomorrow is Burns night for the Scots and being of that ilk i always partake. However my son is having a sleep over party tomorrow and we are all having pizza, so i am having the haggis tonight!!
Posted By: klydon1

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/24/13 04:54 PM

Originally Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas
Tonight i am having haggis, with the traditional tatties and neeps. Tomorrow is Burns night for the Scots and being of that ilk i always partake. However my son is having a sleep over party tomorrow and we are all having pizza, so i am having the haggis tonight!!



How about a haggis pizza?
Posted By: Skinny

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/05/13 01:49 AM

Cooked up some lasagna and spinach just for the hell of it..
Posted By: Dapper_Don

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/05/13 01:57 AM

Originally Posted By: Five_Felonies
broccoli and mozzarella stuffed bread from a local place, outstanding! seems like they sauteed the broccoli in lots of garlic and plenty of crushed red pepper before adding it, its surprisingly spicy but spot on IMO! washing it down with a few 90 minute IPA's, very satisfying!


this whole post sounds incredibly good

Originally Posted By: carmela
Pinot Grigio. With a side of Pinot Grigio.


living the good life i see
Posted By: jace

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/05/13 05:38 AM

Ziti with sun dried tomatoes, grilled chicken, mushrooms, in a white wine sauce. I'm waitress, get it free, and cooked for me. The upside of the job.
Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/22/13 03:32 PM

Last night i had haggis and chips from the chip shop. Delicious.

Tonight my wife is doing something chickeny,with chorizo in it. There is also a nice bottle of Sicilian red wine sitting on the kitchen bench that has my name written all over it cool
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/24/13 01:20 AM

Last night we went to Chili's for the 2 for $20 special. You get one appetizer to share and then each get one entrée. They also have 2 for 1 wine, draft beer and margaritas.

Tonight I made two racks of lamb with egg noodles and a vegetable medley of broccoli, carrots, snap peas and water chestnuts. I simply sprinkled the lamb with sea salt and pepper, put it in a 400 degree oven for 10 minutes per side (fat side down first), then lowered the oven to 325 for another 40 minutes. They were delicious, medium rare and juicy.
Posted By: Skinny

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/24/13 02:06 AM

Is that it?
Posted By: DickNose_Moltasanti

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/24/13 02:18 AM

Originally Posted By: Sicilian Babe
Last night we went to Chili's for the 2 for $20 special. You get one appetizer to share and then each get one entrée. They also have 2 for 1 wine, draft beer and margaritas.

Tonight I made two racks of lamb with egg noodles and a vegetable medley of broccoli, carrots, snap peas and water chestnuts. I simply sprinkled the lamb with sea salt and pepper, put it in a 400 degree oven for 10 minutes per side (fat side down first), then lowered the oven to 325 for another 40 minutes. They were delicious, medium rare and juicy.


Why do you put the fat side down first?
Posted By: Toodoped

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/24/13 04:14 PM

Tonights dinner?!?!All i know is that some1 is goin to get bread and teeth on tonights menu... lol
Posted By: EastHarlemItal

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/24/13 04:24 PM

I'm going to guess. Um, let me think! It's Sunday and I'm following church edict. So wine it is! Two bottles, one for my fathers memory! One for my sons!
Posted By: Toodoped

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/24/13 04:30 PM

Jack Daniels for me....its sunday.....maybe some sparkling water after it...
Posted By: DickNose_Moltasanti

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/24/13 06:28 PM

Suppose to go out with the fam think im going to pass
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/24/13 07:55 PM

Why? Because that's the way my mother taught me.
Posted By: DickNose_Moltasanti

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/24/13 08:03 PM

^ Cool looking into some culinary schools B.A. in Advertising with everything going digital and this n that ..I need something else to fall back on
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/24/13 08:54 PM

I honestly think it has something to do with making more drippings if you plan on a brown gravy with your meat, but since that's the way she said I should do it, that's the only way I ever do! lol
Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/25/13 10:01 AM

Yesterday we had beef stew with potatoes,carrots and broccoli, with chocolate profiteroles for dessert(or pudding as we Brits like to call it lol)

Delicious!!
Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 04/04/13 02:01 PM

Lasagne tonight.
Posted By: EastHarlemItal

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 04/04/13 02:08 PM

Beer as an early appetizer, then I'm thinking either Wine because I've been slacking on fruits lately or Vodka for the carbohydrate value! Bloody Mary's for breakfast today again with V-8! It sets me straight.
Posted By: dontomasso

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 04/04/13 06:15 PM

One organic chicken leg, skinned. Steamed broccoli and a baked sweet potato. Nothing sexy, but I just got back from NY and need to diet. Might add a splash of wine!
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 04/05/13 01:46 AM

Originally Posted By: dontomasso
I just got back from NY and need to diet.

And yet no phone call, no email? DT, I'm hurt... frown
Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 04/05/13 09:32 AM

Me and Mrs Yogi off to our friends tonight for a bit of a soiree. So it will be chinese takeaway and copious amounts of ale all round smile
Posted By: klydon1

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 04/05/13 08:24 PM

Broiled salmon, baked potato and a carrot/snow pea medley.
Posted By: DickNose_Moltasanti

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 04/05/13 08:53 PM

Originally Posted By: klydon1
Broiled salmon, baked potato and a carrot/snow pea medley.


GEE KLY THAT SOUNDS SCRUMPTIOUS!
Posted By: SnickersMagillicutti

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 04/05/13 10:35 PM

Roasted Chicken and fettucini in red sauce with fresh bay leaves.
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 04/06/13 02:11 AM

Chinese for us tonight, too, Yogi. It was delicious.
Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 04/13/13 03:26 PM

Home made chicken curry tonight!!
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 04/14/13 09:12 PM

Got some lamb marinating in a soy sauce/red wine mixture with some fresh rosemary sprinkled on top for that little special something extra. Yum.
Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 04/15/13 11:52 AM

Had mince and dumplings with veggies last night. Oh yes!!

Take out pizza tonight cool
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 04/15/13 06:39 PM

Since the lamb was so good, tonight it's porkchops in a marinade made of soy sauce, sherry, garlic and ketchup. Cook them on a low flame on the grill, and they're delicious,
Posted By: DuesPaid

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 04/16/13 01:37 AM

I will try that marinade, sounds really good on Lamb.

Slow and low is the best way to cook Lamb & Chicken on the grill.
Thanks.

DP
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 04/16/13 03:39 AM

It's 1/4 cup soy sauce, 1/4 cup water, 2 tbsp. sherry, 1 tbsp. ketchup and garlic to taste (I usually just slice up a clove or two into the sauce, depending on the size of the cloves).
Posted By: DuesPaid

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 04/17/13 03:37 AM

Nice , good thing I looked at this again, I would have missed the water and then it would have been too Salty

Thanks .

DP
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 04/17/13 02:06 PM

Let me know how it comes out. It's a good marinade for pork. For chicken, I like something a little sweeter and do one with OJ.
Posted By: DuesPaid

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 04/18/13 01:47 AM

I plan on the marinade with Soy Sauce for Friday on some chops. BBQ.

I like sweet for Chicken as well, but I like a little hot spice for chicken if not direct while cooking, as a dipping on the side. I recently used a Emerils marinade, it was really good. His products are really good. I first found I like his Coffee, Emerils Big Bold, really good stuff.

I typically mix some Franks Hot Sauce with any BBQ sauce and brush on the chicken 15 minutes before completely cooked.

DP
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 04/18/13 04:17 AM

I love to try different coffees. Will have to give Emeril's a try.

I buy America's Choice marinades, which is the store brand for Pathmark and A&P. I love their Teriyaki Ginger marinade.
Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 04/18/13 12:29 PM

Last night we had some gnocchi in an arriabati sauce with chorizo. Absolutely delish tongue
Posted By: DuesPaid

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 04/19/13 01:51 AM

Originally Posted By: Sicilian Babe
I love to try different coffees. Will have to give Emeril's a try.

I buy America's Choice marinades, which is the store brand for Pathmark and A&P. I love their Teriyaki Ginger marinade.

---------------

Nice, the other Coffee I like that I had recently is a Sumatra Reserve, really tasty.
So good , lately if its not that , I do not enjoy the coffee being served. But coffee is funnie, some like light, some like bold. I like a Bold strong coff.

America's Choice Products are Great. I love them as well. We get them bye me at Waldbaums, which I believe is a Sister Co. or Mother Co. of both Pathmark + A&P. Recently picked up a chicken at Butcher with other meat I purchased and we noticed the chicken did not add up to what I usually get. We realized the Americas Choice chicken I get at Waldbaums is a greater value for the size and the cut up pieces being larger cook better and remain juicier even when they are cooked longer on the grill, really tasty.

Just my opinion but works for me in my area.

Got my Pork Chops ready for tomorrow hitting the grill with your Soy Sauce recipe, cant wait, thanks. Have a great Weekend.

Enjoy

DP
Posted By: DuesPaid

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 04/19/13 01:54 AM

Originally Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas
Last night we had some gnocchi in an arriabati sauce with chorizo. Absolutely delish tongue


Man, that sounds good, Gnocchi are usually so bland , but good.

In a spicey sauce,,,,with some Chorizo or Hot Sausage is a great Idea.

Thanks, Im doin this.

DP
Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 04/19/13 01:24 PM

Originally Posted By: DuesPaid
Originally Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas
Last night we had some gnocchi in an arriabati sauce with chorizo. Absolutely delish tongue


Man, that sounds good, Gnocchi are usually so bland , but good.

In a spicey sauce,,,,with some Chorizo or Hot Sausage is a great Idea.

Thanks, Im doin this.

DP


You won't regret it smile
Posted By: DuesPaid

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 04/19/13 10:55 PM

Originally Posted By: Sicilian Babe
Let me know how it comes out. It's a good marinade for pork. For chicken, I like something a little sweeter and do one with OJ.


Really nice, we enjoyed the marinade. I put them on the grill after marinading overnight in the Soy Sauce recipe, then after flipping a few times brushed additional marinade on them. Awesome. Very delicious.

Thanks for the share, had a few left over and plan on Munching a few later tonight as well.

DP
Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 07/15/13 11:01 AM

With all this sultry weather we have been having, yesterday my good lady decided to forgo the usual heavy Sunday dinner in favour of a lovely salad.

Packed full of pork pies, scotch eggs, ham, salami, coleslaw, potato salad, beetroot....and that was just on the first plateful tongue
Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 07/15/13 11:02 AM

Washed down with an ice cold can of Carlsberg lager cool
Posted By: klydon1

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 07/15/13 02:59 PM

Yesterday my wife made steak fajitas, broccoli pizza, and corn on the cob for dinner.
Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 07/15/13 06:53 PM

We have just had a delicious pasta bake....that I made!!!

Yes, I am a thoroughly modern chap smile
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 07/16/13 01:51 AM

Linguini with white clam sauce. Yum.
Posted By: Logomassini

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 07/16/13 01:56 AM

Large Pepperoni, Bacon, and Proscuitto Pizza from Gino's.
Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 07/18/13 09:13 AM

Working late shift all week so not eating till abut 10pm, so it is fairly light meals. Last night we had quiche(flan) and potato wedges with Thai chilli sauce on them. Nice!!
Posted By: Pilsner

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 07/28/13 04:20 AM

Home-made calzones with a nice barbera and followed up with espresso!
Posted By: dontomasso

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 08/08/13 03:20 PM

Anyone know about Fit for Life stores? Great pre-made food. Had it last night and will have it again tonight.
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 08/08/13 06:35 PM

Is it a national chain or a Florida thing, because I've never heard of it?
Posted By: Caemine718

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 08/10/13 09:21 PM

Boston Market Chicken Carver Sandwiches, loaded mash potatoes, and cornbread
Posted By: F_white

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 08/11/13 01:40 AM

Jack and coke!keep them coming.........
Posted By: dontomasso

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 08/12/13 05:33 PM

Dunno but I am STARVING!
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 08/13/13 03:08 AM

Went to a fundraiser for my company at Stir Crazy. I don't love that place. The food was not great and the waitress was a moron.
Posted By: Caemine718

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 08/13/13 03:34 AM

Originally Posted By: Sicilian Babe
Went to a fundraiser for my company at Stir Crazy. I don't love that place. The food was not great and the waitress was a moron.


What did you get?
Posted By: SC

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 08/13/13 03:35 AM

Originally Posted By: Caemine718
Originally Posted By: Sicilian Babe
Went to a fundraiser for my company at Stir Crazy. I don't love that place. The food was not great and the waitress was a moron.

What did you get?


Sounds like she got pissed off.
Posted By: lic

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 08/13/13 01:40 PM

USING YOUR GRILL IN YOUR BAKCYARD IS GRILLING NOT BBQ, BBQ INVOLVES WOOD AND SLOW COOKING USUALLY MOSQUITE... RIBS BRISCUT, CHICKEN, TURKEY, PORK, AND SOME OF THE BEST SIDES. SOME OF THE SOUTHERN DUDES ON HERE WILL CATCH MY DRIFT... BEST PART OF VISITNG THE SOUTH THE BEST BBQ IN THE WORLS... EVERY STATE HAS A DIFFERENT STYLE, IVE BEEN TO TENNESSE AND TEXAS LOVE EM BOTH
Posted By: klydon1

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 08/13/13 08:24 PM

While the rest of the family is finishing a few days of vacation at the beach, my younger son and I are fending for ourselves. Last night it was Chipotle burritos. Tonight it's Thai.
Posted By: dontomasso

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 08/14/13 06:06 PM

Pasta!!!!!!!!!!!
Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 08/19/13 02:06 PM

Pasta tonight I have just been informed!!
Posted By: SgWaue86

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 08/19/13 06:54 PM

Carnitas and yellow rice!!!
Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 08/23/13 05:42 PM

Just had chicken goujons, savoury rice, potato lattices and salad. Nice!!
Posted By: SC

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 08/23/13 06:39 PM

Originally Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas
Just had chicken goujons, savoury rice, potato lattices and salad. Nice!!


Chicken cajones?? Had to be a small dinner.
Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 08/23/13 06:40 PM

Originally Posted By: SC
Originally Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas
Just had chicken goujons, savoury rice, potato lattices and salad. Nice!!


Chicken cajones?? Had to be a small dinner.


the sauce inside them was disgusting as well....... tongue
Posted By: SC

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 08/23/13 06:50 PM

lol clap
Posted By: Connected

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 08/24/13 01:51 AM

What was once the poor mans food in Italy - Anything they could find and bake into a pie. Yes I had a cheese pizza.
Posted By: SgWaue86

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 08/25/13 02:19 AM

Spinach and bacon pizza and a few stellas
Posted By: dontomasso

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 08/27/13 05:25 PM

Arugula and endive salad with tomatoes and some cheese.
Posted By: dontomasso

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 08/28/13 02:16 PM

Salsice and white beans
Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 08/29/13 10:02 AM

Last night we had delicious spicy fajitas with rice. Lovely, but my middle boy Andrew didn't eat much cos he was feeling a bit poorly. What he did eat he managed to spectacularly spew all over his bedroom at midnight. It was everywhere. I might very well never eat Mexican food again cry
Posted By: SC

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 08/29/13 10:07 AM

Originally Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas
my middle boy Andrew didn't eat much cos he was feeling a bit poorly. What he did eat he managed to spectacularly spew all over his bedroom at midnight. It was everywhere.


Painted the walls, huh? I hope the little guy is feeling better.
Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 08/29/13 10:20 AM

SC, he covered everything. Bright as a button this morning.
Posted By: klydon1

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 09/03/13 04:04 PM

Speaking of vomiting, I went to McDonald's yesterday for the first time in about 3 years. I was on the road, starving and in a hurry. I was shocked by how salty the burger was . Much saltier than I had remembered.

Tonight's dinner is a pork roast.
Posted By: bigboy

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 09/03/13 09:53 PM

pork ribs, home made coleslaw and sweet corn on the "Sticky fingers" BBQ sauce. Can't wait
Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/05/13 03:43 PM

My wife is busy rustling up Jambalaya for dinner tonight, and I do like me some jambalaya smile
Posted By: klydon1

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/06/13 03:03 PM

Our local Knights of Columbus had a chicken barbecue. A friend sets up the pits and grills them, seasoned to perfection. Half a chicken, baked potato, homemade cole slaw, roll and drink for $7. Plus I had a few free beers from the guys running the event. I got home with the dinners a little later than I expected.
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/06/13 07:54 PM

Sounds good, Klyd. I dry-rubbed a slab of ribs and baked cornbread. My husband will slow cook the ribs outside and I'll make a vegetable, maybe creamed spinach. Perfect dinner for a rainy Sunday.
Posted By: TheIsland

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/06/13 07:55 PM

Originally Posted By: Sicilian Babe
Sounds good, Klyd. I dry-rubbed a slab of ribs and baked cornbread. My husband will slow cook the ribs outside and I'll make a vegetable, maybe creamed spinach. Perfect dinner for a rainy Sunday.


It's not raining are you ok?
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/06/13 08:23 PM

Well, it's fucking raining where I am.
Posted By: TheIsland

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/06/13 08:30 PM

Originally Posted By: Sicilian Babe
Well, it's fucking raining where I am.


I'm only happy when it rains!
Posted By: TheIsland

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/06/13 10:55 PM

CHICKEN ...DONUT..CHEESECAKE...AHHH ICEBALL IN THE EAR - LOUIE ANDERSON
Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/07/13 08:34 AM

Originally Posted By: Sicilian Babe
Well, it's fucking raining where I am.


uhwhat lol
Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/07/13 08:37 AM

Mrs Yogi excelled herself last night. Pork steaks in a spicy tomato sauce, served with polenta mash with parmesan cheese mixed in and green beans and carrots.

Black Forest Gateau for afters.

Delicious it was I have to say tongue
Posted By: bigboy

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/09/13 11:18 PM

Fried spaghetti left over great!!!!!!
Posted By: klydon1

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/11/13 02:55 PM

A friend of mine recently returned from a Canadian fishing trip with over a hundred pounds of salmon. She gave me some thick filets, to which I applied a rub and baked. It was outstanding, and I'm craving more.
Posted By: bigboy

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/11/13 11:44 PM

excellent homemade meatloaf with sour cream mashed potatoes and corn. The perfect "Diner" type meal
Posted By: klydon1

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/12/13 04:23 PM

Originally Posted By: bigboy
excellent homemade meatloaf with sour cream mashed potatoes and corn. The perfect "Diner" type meal


Indeed. All diners can be judged by their meatloaf.
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/13/13 01:49 AM

Macaroni and meatballs. My nephew and his wife were visiting from VA, and they don't get Italian food often, so I usually try to make something when they come. I also had sausage and my mom made braciole. My brother brought a salad and some bread.
Posted By: bigboy

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/13/13 08:16 PM

Last night, Mexican and chili at my buddies outdoor kitchen, tonight pot roast at home followed by dessert at a friends house
and the next few das, dinner at Hilton Head. Life is good
Posted By: bigboy

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/13/13 08:21 PM

Originally Posted By: Sicilian Babe
Macaroni and meatballs. My nephew and his wife were visiting from VA, and they don't get Italian food often, so I usually try to make something when they come. I also had sausage and my mom made braciole. My brother brought a salad and some bread.
I hear ya. We get company and most of the time my wife has to make some kind of pasta and her sauce. They leave happy
Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/14/13 12:38 PM

Yesterday we had lamb cooked in garlic and rosemary, served with various veggies, with apple pie and custard for afters!!
Posted By: klydon1

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/21/13 08:04 PM

My wife went wild cooking yesterday. She made homemade halupki and chicken quesadillas for dinner. It was a nice mixture of Mexican and Slovak.
Posted By: TheIsland

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/27/13 11:09 PM



ROAST BEEF SANDWICH WITH GRAVY FRIES AND AN ICE COLD SUD - RESPECT
Posted By: dontomasso

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/28/13 04:53 PM

Just a salad. Did Eggs Bennie and a pound of Stone crabs over the weekend!
Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 11/18/13 05:20 PM

As I type my good lady is rustling up a sausage and spicy bean casserole which we will have with mashed spuds I presume!!
Posted By: bigboy

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 11/19/13 01:39 AM

At our weekly Saturday outdoor dinner we had a chili cook off.
Had moose chili and must say it sure was good. Also had a white chicken chili and two kinds of "Regular" chili, plus great desserts and sides.
Posted By: klydon1

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 11/20/13 04:25 PM

Bigboy, a few weeks ago my wife won a chili cook-off with her white chicken chili. My regular tomato based chili finished in the top half, but didn't come close to placing in the top three.

I've had plenty of venison chilis, but that moose chili sounds good. I haven't had moose in years, except for a few pieces of jerky.
Posted By: Mignon

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 11/22/13 06:28 AM

We had the squirrels that Ray shot a few weeks ago. My MIL made them in the pressure cooker. Delish. We had Fried cabbage and fried taters and cornbread.
Posted By: Don Cardi

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 11/24/13 04:53 PM

Originally Posted By: Mignon
We had the squirrels that Ray shot a few weeks ago. My MIL made them in the pressure cooker. Delish. We had Fried cabbage and fried taters and cornbread.


Do you make your meatballs out of the squirrels and serve them with Spaghettio's? tongue

Posted By: Mignon

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 11/24/13 09:27 PM

How'd you know that? Were you spying on me?...LOL
Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 12/05/13 04:21 PM

Last night we had some ready made Mexican meals from a supermarket. We were busy and I was dashing off to work so it was something simple, which we rarely do because usually those meals tend to disappoint. However these were delicious, very spicy. They left their mark at both ends, if you get my meaning wink
Posted By: klydon1

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/04/14 04:27 PM

I'll be making a large pot of chili today as part of a meal that will stretch from one football game to the next.
Posted By: Don_Squirreleone

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 05/15/14 11:27 AM

As we're currently enjoying some very pleasant spring weather over here at the moment I'm BBQuing some large T-Bones tonight along with ribs and chicken kebabs, serving alongside tomato&red onion salad and garlic bread, washed down with industrial quantities of white wine!
Posted By: Fuhgeddaboutit

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 05/16/14 03:46 PM

I had a decent bowl of spaghetti bolognese. Should be enough.
Posted By: afriendofours

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 05/17/14 11:10 AM

aberdeen angus steak and some vegetables.

bit boring but will suffice. needs more carbs.
Posted By: dontomasso

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 05/17/14 03:35 PM

Sushi tonight.
Posted By: dontomasso

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 05/17/14 03:36 PM

Originally Posted By: Don Cardi
Originally Posted By: Mignon
We had the squirrels that Ray shot a few weeks ago. My MIL made them in the pressure cooker. Delish. We had Fried cabbage and fried taters and cornbread.


Do you make your meatballs out of the squirrels and serve them with Spaghettio's? tongue



Ewwwwww
Posted By: afriendofours

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 05/18/14 06:19 AM

Think i will have chicken fajitas for dinner.

Not had them for a while, absolutely munched at the moment. I feel some fast food calling.
Posted By: Footreads

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 05/18/14 03:13 PM

Tonight ravioli and veal cutlet parm. I took a fall a few days ago did not feel like eating. Feeling better but my upper rib is sore. Hurts when I try to lift things in my right hand. When I get up off a chair. Really hurts when I cough.

Going to doctor Monday. I should have gone after it happened, but I hate doctors.
Posted By: pizzaboy

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 05/18/14 07:01 PM

Fusilli (real fusilli, the long ones, not those little corkscrews).

Like this:

Posted By: afriendofours

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 05/19/14 01:33 PM

Lamb burgers and mixed vegetables.
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 05/19/14 09:06 PM

Originally Posted By: pizzaboy
Fusilli (real fusilli, the long ones, not those little corkscrews).

Like this:



Fusilli are my favorite!
Posted By: pizzaboy

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 05/19/14 09:14 PM

Originally Posted By: Sicilian Babe
Fusilli are my favorite!

Love em! smile
Posted By: Footreads

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 05/19/14 10:42 PM

Today more veal Parm, and probably tommorow more veal parm. Maybe even for breakfast more Veal parm smile

Tommorow I get my new box of nutrisystem smile
Posted By: afriendofours

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 05/20/14 08:30 AM

tonight will be chilli and maybe spicy wedges.
Posted By: Footreads

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 05/25/14 09:37 AM

My oldest son and his wife and two of my grand daughters are comming over today. Having macaroni pie he loves it.

Hey have an idea for a thread.

Put your favorite food Recipes down. At least everyone will be eating good on here what do you guys think?
Posted By: afriendofours

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 05/26/14 10:04 AM

Mixed sushi, was pretty good. Could eat endless amounts of sushi and never get bored of it.
Posted By: olivant

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 05/27/14 12:44 PM

Just got back from Pittsburgh. Stopped at the Italian store in Bloomfield and bought ravioli. Pretty dang good. My sister made the sauce and I brought some home. Delicioso!
Posted By: Footreads

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 05/27/14 01:33 PM

In the Soprano's what supposed to be the back entrance to the pork store is actually the back entrance to a big grocery store.
Posted By: njcapo35

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 05/27/14 01:59 PM

Don't know yet
Posted By: Italianheritage

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 05/28/14 08:36 PM

I made farfalle pasta with basil pesto.
Posted By: NNY78

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 05/30/14 01:11 PM

Red Lobster tonight, I'm addicted to their cheddar bay biscuits. shhh
Posted By: njcapo35

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 05/30/14 06:03 PM

Think i'm going to make some Pasta Puttanesca.
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 06/01/14 05:12 PM

London Broil marinating in a mixture of red wine, soy sauce, ketchup, onion powder, garlic powder and black pepper. I picked up a creamy polenta with spinach and carrots from Trader Joe's, so I think that will be our side. Yum.
Posted By: Footreads

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 06/01/14 05:21 PM

Oreo cookies smile
Posted By: njcapo35

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 06/03/14 06:06 PM

Shrimp Scampi with rice and potato salad. Yum-Yum
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 06/04/14 12:02 AM

Penne vodka.
Posted By: Benedetto

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 06/07/14 01:38 PM

Posted By: Footreads

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 06/07/14 02:31 PM

Wife went out with her old school friends. What will I have when I watch the Nigeria vs US men's team soccer game? I don't know as yet maybe Rice Balls from Landi's on Ave N. Their famous for their Rice Balls.
Posted By: Footreads

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 06/07/14 02:38 PM

Just found this get someone to make this for you. It will make you happy.

1 & 1/4 lbs- Rice
1 & 1/4 lbs- Mozzarella Cheese, finely diced
1/4 lbs- Ham, finely diced
1/4 lbs- Pepperoni, finely diced
1/4 lbs- Salami, finely diced
1/4 Cups- Dried Parsley
1/4 lbs- Grated Locatelli Cheese

Allow rice to cool before mixing.
Grind up the meat and mozzarella then mix together with rice.

Mix until it is easy to roll into a ball.

Then coat each ball with flour, dip in egg, then bread crumbs.

Fry until golden brown.
Posted By: DE NIRO

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 07/17/14 04:02 PM

Homemade chicken burgers and salad..
Posted By: DE NIRO

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 07/18/14 04:34 PM

Spaghetti
Posted By: NNY78

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 07/18/14 06:52 PM

Taking My oldest boy to Josie's for dinner. Their Chicken Parm and garlic rolls are outstanding!
Posted By: pizzaboy

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 07/18/14 07:24 PM

Potatoes and eggs, tomato salad with red onions and fresh basil, fresh bread from Addeo. Nice and light, summery and delicious.
Posted By: afriendofours

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 07/19/14 07:56 AM

enchiladas and salad.
Posted By: DE NIRO

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 07/19/14 04:13 PM

Pizza and Chips..
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 07/19/14 04:26 PM

Gnocchi in Gorgonzola sauce.
Posted By: Beanshooter

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 07/19/14 04:30 PM

Great idea Sicilian Babe! I think I'll have Gnocchi instead with bolognese and a nice Brunelo. Thanks
Posted By: pizzaboy

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 07/19/14 04:34 PM

Originally Posted By: Sicilian Babe
Gnocchi in Gorgonzola sauce.

I love Gorgonzola anything, Babe. But do you remember that episode of "Friends" where Rachel made the trifle and Ross said "It tastes like feet!"?

My oldest was maybe 11 or 12 years old when that episode first aired. And shortly after, I got her to try Gorgonzola on a salad. She naturally came back with "It tastes like feet!"

And to this day, every time she sees me eat it she says the same thing (and she's 26 now and loves Gorgonzola smile ).
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 07/19/14 07:52 PM

I got the feet connection for sure! I love salad with oil and vinegar and crumbled gorgonzola. My kids would never touch it for the exact reason.
Posted By: Camarel

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 07/19/14 07:58 PM

Saw that episode a few weeks ago PB, hilarious. The only thanksgiving episode i liked better was the one with Brad Pitt. I'm paraphrasing here:

Pitt: Look at her Ross, with those Yams. My two worst enemies together; Rachel Green and complex carbohydrates lol .

Posted By: pizzaboy

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 07/19/14 08:04 PM

Originally Posted By: Camarel
Saw that episode a few weeks ago PB, hilarious. The only thanksgiving episode i liked better was the one with Brad Pitt.

You read my mind, Kid. They did a great job with Thanksgiving every year on that show. But the Brad Pitt episode took it to another level. The I hate Rachel Green Club!! lol
Posted By: Camarel

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 07/19/14 08:19 PM

Originally Posted By: pizzaboy
Originally Posted By: Camarel
Saw that episode a few weeks ago PB, hilarious. The only thanksgiving episode i liked better was the one with Brad Pitt.

You read my mind, Kid. They did a great job with Thanksgiving every year on that show. But the Brad Pitt episode took it to another level. The I hate Rachel Green Club!! lol


lol . Probably my favourite cameo, the way Rachel is so oblivious to his hatred is priceless lol . I also really liked Ben Stiller and Alec Baldwins cameos.

Posted By: DE NIRO

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 07/20/14 05:51 PM

Chicken Salad..
Posted By: DE NIRO

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 07/22/14 06:21 AM

Chicken Curry
Posted By: fanaledrinks

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 07/22/14 08:01 AM

Ingredients
1 (3 1/2-ounce) bag boil-in-bag brown rice,1 cup chunky bottled salsa $
1 (15-ounce) can black beans, rinsed and drained,6 (10-inch) flour tortillas
6 tablespoons bean dip (such as Frito Lay),3/4 cup (3 ounces) shredded Monterey Jack cheese with jalapeño peppers,1 peeled avocado, cut into 6 slices $,12 cilantro sprigs,6 lime wedges (optional)

Preparation
Cook rice according to package directions, omitting salt and fat.
While rice cooks, combine salsa and black beans in a small saucepan;
Posted By: Yankees1951

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 07/22/14 11:37 AM

Originally Posted By: fanaledrinks
Ingredients
1 (3 1/2-ounce) bag boil-in-bag brown rice,1 cup chunky bottled salsa $
1 (15-ounce) can black beans, rinsed and drained,6 (10-inch) flour tortillas
6 tablespoons bean dip (such as Frito Lay),3/4 cup (3 ounces) shredded Monterey Jack cheese with jalapeño peppers,1 peeled avocado, cut into 6 slices $,12 cilantro sprigs,6 lime wedges (optional)

Preparation
Cook rice according to package directions, omitting salt and fat.
While rice cooks, combine salsa and black beans in a small saucepan;


Sounds Great my daughter is bringing her Girlfriend home for the first time tonight so maybe we'll try that
Posted By: afriendofours

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 07/26/14 04:44 PM

Chicken Vindaloo Curry, Pilau Rice and Chapatti.

I felt there was too many onions, but it was a great sauce.

Paulie had a system for the garlic.

Posted By: Mark

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 07/26/14 07:26 PM

Tomorrow we eat saingwiches!
Posted By: Alfanosgirl

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 07/26/14 07:32 PM

Originally Posted By: Mark
Tomorrow we eat saingwiches!


Saingwiches. Giggle.
Make mine heavy on the cabigol. (capicola)
Posted By: Mark

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 07/26/14 07:35 PM

Don't forget prozoot and moozadell! Lol!
Welcome, AG.
Posted By: Alfanosgirl

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 07/26/14 07:41 PM

Originally Posted By: Mark
Don't forget prozoot and moozadell! Lol!
Welcome, AG.


Ha ha nope. Thnx for the welcome.
I actual made up a video on being Italian American on my utube channel mentioning all this stuff n the paisans love it. Got like 50,000 hits lol.
Posted By: Mark

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 07/26/14 07:47 PM

Somebody needs to publish a book with all the slang definitions! Tonight we are ordering pizza and Italian Beefs from our fave pizzeria! Mangia!
Posted By: pizzaboy

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 07/26/14 07:53 PM

Chinese take-out tonight. The whole nine yards. From shrimp toast to spare ribs to lo mein.
Posted By: Mark

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 07/26/14 07:57 PM

Originally Posted By: pizzaboy
Chinese take-out tonight. The whole nine yards. From shrimp toast to spare ribs to lo mein.

We took a vote and Chinese came in second! Enjoy, pizzaboy! Crab Rangoon, too?
Posted By: njcapo35

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 07/27/14 02:18 PM

What else... It's sunday macaroni....I'm going to make Linguine with Shrimp Scampi, a nice garden salad, and a fresh loaf of Bastone Italian bread...Sounds good to me!
Posted By: Alfanosgirl

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 07/27/14 02:23 PM

Originally Posted By: njcapo35
What else... It's sunday macaroni....I'm going to make Linguine with Shrimp Scampi, a nice garden salad, and a fresh loaf of Bastone Italian bread...Sounds good to me!


Shrimp scampi over linguine on a Sunday? Managia things have changed in the Italian kitchen. It's always the MARINARA on Sunday or NOTHING ELSE. Come on NJ...
Posted By: njcapo35

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 07/27/14 02:39 PM

I usually do the Marinara, but it's always good to have a change of pace once in awhile, now do you capisci! grin
Posted By: Alfanosgirl

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 07/27/14 04:25 PM

Originally Posted By: njcapo35
I usually do the Marinara, but it's always good to have a change of pace once in awhile, now do you capisci! grin


Io non capisco I don't understand. Nope. Like I said before it's MARINARA sauce or the whole nine yards with the braciole gotta have the pork then it becomes gravy not sauce.
Posted By: Mark

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 07/29/14 05:54 PM

Roast chicken, potatoes and gravy with corn on the cob.
Posted By: Mark

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 07/29/14 05:59 PM

Originally Posted By: Alfanosgirl
Originally Posted By: njcapo35
I usually do the Marinara, but it's always good to have a change of pace once in awhile, now do you capisci! grin


Io non capisco I don't understand. Nope. Like I said before it's MARINARA sauce or the whole nine yards with the braciole gotta have the pork then it becomes gravy not sauce.

Not to start up our timeless "sauce vs gravy" argument again but I agree with AG... once meat is added, sauce becomes gravy. Mangiamo!
Posted By: pizzaboy

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 07/29/14 06:42 PM

Originally Posted By: Mark
Originally Posted By: Alfanosgirl
Originally Posted By: njcapo35
I usually do the Marinara, but it's always good to have a change of pace once in awhile, now do you capisci! grin


Io non capisco I don't understand. Nope. Like I said before it's MARINARA sauce or the whole nine yards with the braciole gotta have the pork then it becomes gravy not sauce.

Not to start up our timeless "sauce vs gravy" argument again but I agree with AG... once meat is added, sauce becomes gravy. Mangiamo!

Then you'll appreciate this exchange I recently had with Olivant in the Godfather section.

Start with my post, then watch Oli's reply, then my reply grin :

http://www.gangsterbb.net/threads/ubbthr...true#Post792136
Posted By: Mark

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 07/29/14 06:57 PM

Originally Posted By: pizzaboy
Originally Posted By: Mark
Originally Posted By: Alfanosgirl
Originally Posted By: njcapo35
I usually do the Marinara, but it's always good to have a change of pace once in awhile, now do you capisci! grin


Io non capisco I don't understand. Nope. Like I said before it's MARINARA sauce or the whole nine yards with the braciole gotta have the pork then it becomes gravy not sauce.

Not to start up our timeless "sauce vs gravy" argument again but I agree with AG... once meat is added, sauce becomes gravy. Mangiamo!

Then you'll appreciate this exchange I recently had with Olivant in the Godfather section.

Start with my post, then watch Oli's reply, then my reply grin :

http://www.gangsterbb.net/threads/ubbthr...true#Post792136

Y'all's funny, pb! wink
Posted By: pizzaboy

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 07/29/14 07:03 PM

Originally Posted By: Mark
Roast chicken, potatoes and gravy with corn on the cob.

Roast chicken here too, Mark. With sauteed escarole and white beans. Tomato salad, too.
Posted By: njcapo35

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 07/29/14 08:07 PM

I have to agree with Olivant 100% on that, it's was sauce for me growing up...All of my grandparents came from Italy, whether they cooked meat in the sauce or not i never heard them refer to it as gravy....One time i asked my grandfather about the sauce vs gravy question and this is what he said to me "Anybody asks for gravy in my house for their macaroni, I'm giving them just what they asked for - gravy - brown gravy! You want tomato sauce, you better ask for it!"... Now i'm not debating on what other people should call it, just giving my point of view.
Posted By: pizzaboy

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 07/29/14 08:49 PM

....
Posted By: njcapo35

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 07/29/14 09:07 PM

Pb whoa back it up a minute here, you see what i wrote it was my point of view, i wasn't saying that they were less or more Italian for calling it gravy. So i don't know why your jumping down my back when i was just telling my story on the situation?
Posted By: njcapo35

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 07/29/14 09:15 PM

I didn't know you and him had your differences, because if i did i would have left his name out of the conversation.
Posted By: pizzaboy

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 07/29/14 09:16 PM

Originally Posted By: njcapo35
Pb whoa back it up a minute here, you see what i wrote it was my point of view, i wasn't saying that they were less or more Italian for calling it gravy. So i don't know why your jumping down my back when i was just telling my story on the situation?

It wasn't directed at you, pal. Not by a longshot. I'm sorry if you took it the wrong way.
Posted By: njcapo35

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 07/29/14 09:36 PM

It's Tutto Buono!....No hard feelings here paisan!
Posted By: Mark

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 07/30/14 08:20 PM

Pizza tonight. It's not delivery. It's DiGiorno!
Posted By: Five_Felonies

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 07/31/14 09:00 PM

made a pan seared ny strip that i got for $6, not a bad deal at all for a choice steak that had the marbling of a prime steak. when you shop, just spend a few minutes looking around and you will be able to find one that is literally a cut above the rest. i topped it with a healthy dab of my homemade chipotle/lime compound butter, which i will graciously share the recipe, although it is not totally 100% exact. adjust as common sense tells you...

-1 stick of softened unsalted butter.

-i/2 tsp sea/kosher salt.

-1/2 tsp fresh cracked black pepper.

-1/4 tsp garlic powder.

-zest of 1 lime.

-juice of 1/2 a lime. (make sure you roll your limes so they are extra juicy.)

-2 tbsp chipotle puree. (grab a can of chipotle in adobo, available in any supermarket. puree it with just enough water to make it smooth.)


blend all of the ingredients together until well incorporated. spoon onto a sheet a plastic wrap and roll into a log. store in the fridge until needed, or wrap with an additional layer of foil and throw it in the 'freeze. works great as a topping for steak, chops, grilled chicken, fish, ect. i can also personally vouch that it will make those crappy boxed mac and cheese dinners something decent! wink
Posted By: Beanshooter

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 07/31/14 09:08 PM

That sounds good FF!
Posted By: DE NIRO

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 08/02/14 12:58 PM

Pasta Bolognese
Posted By: Beanshooter

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 08/02/14 01:02 PM

Love Bolognese, specially on Gnocchi! Now you got my taste buds going DeNiro!
Posted By: bigboy

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 08/03/14 12:20 PM

Some nice prime beef burgers we picked up at Whole foods @$3.99 each which I will grille outside. Also a great big salad with chipotle dressing to which I have recently fallen in love with. - can't wait. wink
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 08/04/14 10:44 PM

Last night I made Penne Vodka.

Tonight was a cold dinner: tossed salad, macaroni salad, egg salad and tuna salad. Stopped at the bakery and got fresh rolls this afternoon. It was a pleasant change.
Posted By: Signor Vitelli

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 08/05/14 04:46 AM

Gonna throw together a creole shrimp and rice dish.

Don't know why exactly, except that it's something I haven't made in quite a long time.

Maybe I've overdosed on Delta Blues... grin

Anyway, the sun's almost ready to come up. Time to forage.


Signor V.
Posted By: SC

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 08/05/14 05:03 AM

Made this for dinner last night - eggplant parmigiana. It was too warm in the kitchen (with the oven on) for me to make pasta with it so I settled for string beans to accompany it.



Posted By: afriendofours

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 08/05/14 05:03 PM

You guys make some wonderful looking food. Yum.

Im eating the leftovers of an earlier McDonalds lol.

"how much white castle have you had ?" i can smell it.
Posted By: Beanshooter

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 08/05/14 05:04 PM

Nice SC, very, very Nice!
Posted By: Five_Felonies

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 08/05/14 05:37 PM

that eggplant parm looks spot-on! cut into rings as opposed to strips, not too thick, not too thin. fried nice and crispy, not overloaded with sauce. the right amount of cheese, both mozz and parm, slightly browned. maybe some fresh basil on top next time though! wink
Posted By: flattax

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 08/05/14 06:46 PM

I agree, it look fantastic!
Posted By: klydon1

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 08/06/14 02:17 PM

Very nice-looking eggplant, SC.
Posted By: bigboy

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 08/08/14 11:32 AM

Had eggplant parm last night and have the leftovers tonight- delicious wink
Posted By: njcapo35

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 08/08/14 08:52 PM

Pizza....From the best pizza guy around, Peppino....Had a nice G-Ma's pie with a side of garlic knots and some zeppole's for dessert....Can't go wrong with that for a Friday.
Posted By: DE NIRO

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 08/09/14 05:10 PM

Risotto..
Posted By: Mark

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 08/09/14 07:46 PM

Chinese take out tonight. Shrimp with vegetables and sweet & sour pork!
Posted By: DE NIRO

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 08/16/14 04:01 PM

Steak Burger with chips..
Posted By: alexandarns

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 08/16/14 04:09 PM

Serbian burger named"pljeskavica" with topings in like a tortillia role..i dare you all ro say"pljeskavica" out loud!! ;)allways with kajmak,tipe of balkan chease.don't know if anybody knows about it.
Posted By: Footreads

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 08/17/14 12:02 AM

Wife out watching my newest grand daughter. So I am home alone ordered a scilian pie and a bunch of cannoli.
Posted By: alexandarns

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 08/17/14 07:29 AM

Footreads did you get my pm?
Posted By: Alfanosgirl

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 08/17/14 07:34 PM

Was in Little Italy today for the San Rocco Feast. Had a delicious plate of gnocchi at Casa Bella's. Can't forget dessert, da Nico gave us some free zeppole and kids enjoyed gelato while I headed into Ferrara's for a good cup of coffee and biscotti.
NY is the BEST
Posted By: Alfanosgirl

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 08/17/14 08:05 PM

http://youtu.be/aSlSpz7zf6M

Quick snippet video I took at feast in little Italy today.
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 08/17/14 08:54 PM

I made swai in a lemon/butter sauce, rice and a tomato salad with tomatoes from the garden. Perfect summer dinner.
Posted By: Beanshooter

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 08/17/14 09:07 PM

I had to look up what was SWAI. Sounds like a good fish to try. Must admit, I never heard of it before. I am sure I will try it!
Posted By: pizzaboy

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 08/17/14 09:37 PM

Originally Posted By: Sicilian Babe
I made swai in a lemon/butter sauce, rice and a tomato salad with tomatoes from the garden. Perfect summer dinner.

Nice, Babe. We were recently in The Keys for ten days, so I've had my fill of fish for a while. But that sounds perfect on a night like this smile.
Posted By: cheech

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 08/18/14 02:26 PM

tilapia and shrimp tonight with white rice and mixed grilled vegetables
a nice lite summer dinner smile
Posted By: DE NIRO

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 09/12/14 05:36 PM

Homemade Pizza..
Posted By: pizzaboy

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 09/12/14 05:40 PM

Pork chops with string beans and potatoes marinara.
Posted By: Moe_Tilden

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 09/12/14 07:12 PM

Originally Posted By: pizzaboy
Pork chops with string beans and potatoes marinara.


I hate it when I get that for dinner.
Posted By: Joey_Cusack

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 09/12/14 08:32 PM

Like four ham salad sandwiches and a grape soda.
Posted By: pizzaboy

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 09/12/14 08:35 PM

Originally Posted By: Joey_Cusack
Like four ham salad sandwiches and a grape soda.

You're Irish, huh? tongue grin

I'm just playing with you, kid lol.
Posted By: Joey_Cusack

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 09/12/14 08:49 PM

Hahah. It's alright. Irish-German mostly. I tend to lead towards the Irish more because I'm more fond of whiskey than beer. That and my bright orange hair.

Although, I guess my last name is Welsh. But it is also a pretty common name through all of the UK. Well, and the US.

My great grandmother was big into genealogy and traced that part of the family back more than 600 years. Germany, Austria, England, Ireland, Scotland. Most recently is Ireland though. But again, that's only one side of the family. Technically I'm not even like a eighth Irish because we've been in the states so long. But, I do know my great-great Grandfather came from Ireland on my mom's dad's side and my great-great-great grandparents came from Germany on my mom's mom's side.

But, when someone asks, I say Irish or Irish-German so I don't have to explain all that above lol.
Posted By: Moe_Tilden

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 09/12/14 08:53 PM

Your orange hair could easily have came from the German, Austrian, English or Scottish in you.

Scotland has the highest rate of redheads per capita in the world.

And it's the Scandinavians who brought the red hair to Ireland thousands of years ago.

Irish hair is blonde, brown or black baby!
Posted By: Joey_Cusack

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 09/12/14 09:01 PM

Yeah, true. It's just the stereotype. I imagine redheads are just as common in Ireland as we are here.

The German maybe, my grandma had red hair. I doubt the Scottish or any of that other stuff. That's going back more than three hundred years.

I am apparently related to some priest or minister or something that was somewhat famous in his day in England. That was back in like 1545 though lol.
Posted By: Joey_Cusack

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 09/12/14 09:06 PM

I just looked it up. Ireland has the second most amount of redheads per capita at 10%.
Posted By: pizzaboy

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 09/12/14 09:17 PM

Redheads are not exceedingly common in Southern Italy but they do exist. My paternal grandmother was a very superstitious woman. A lot of Italians are.

Anyway, in her town in Calabria they thought redheads were a jinx because local folklore held that Judas had red hair, if you can believe that. She'd cross herself whenever me or my brother brought an Irish kid home for dinner lol.
Posted By: Joey_Cusack

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 09/12/14 09:23 PM

Hahaha. I've been dealing with that kind of stuff all my life. Not the Italian thing though. There are little to no Italians here in Central IL. You'd have to go to Chicago and the Burbs for that. Plus, we don't have real neighborhoods like big cities here. Here we have white neighborhoods and black neighborhoods. Well, we also have wealthy neighborhoods too. And the trailer parks where the blacks and white mix. A lot of hispanics here too. A few Asians but most of them live in apartment buildings.
Posted By: DE NIRO

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 09/17/14 07:21 PM

Lasagna..
Posted By: pizzaboy

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 09/17/14 07:34 PM

Burgers, mashed potatoes and sliced tomatoes with red onions.

Footnote: The Peter Luger sauce that's sold in the meat department of your local supermarket is not the same as the one on the table at the original location in Williamsburg. That being said, it's still the best condiment you're ever going to put on a piece of grilled meat or a slice of tomato.
Posted By: SC

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 09/17/14 07:36 PM

Originally Posted By: pizzaboy
The Peter Luger sauce that's sold in the meat department of your local supermarket is not the same as the one on the table at the original location in Williamsburg. That being said, it's still the best condiment you're ever going to put on a piece of grilled meat or a slice of tomato.



I use it as a salad dressing.
Posted By: pizzaboy

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 09/17/14 07:42 PM

Originally Posted By: SC
Originally Posted By: pizzaboy
The Peter Luger sauce that's sold in the meat department of your local supermarket is not the same as the one on the table at the original location in Williamsburg. That being said, it's still the best condiment you're ever going to put on a piece of grilled meat or a slice of tomato.



I use it as a salad dressing.

Me, too!! lol lol
Posted By: njcapo35

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 09/17/14 08:42 PM

So what i'm hearing is that the Luger sauce is good for meat and also to use as salad dressing?....I gotta try it out..That's like a 2 for! grin
Posted By: pizzaboy

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/01/14 04:26 PM

Originally Posted By: njcapo35
So what i'm hearing is that the Luger sauce is good for meat and also to use as salad dressing?....I gotta try it out..That's like a 2 for! grin

Go for it. I'm sure you can find it in Jersey because I've bought it as far away as Florida. It's usually in the meat case.
Posted By: Footreads

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/01/14 06:00 PM

Rice balls good
Posted By: pizzaboy

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/01/14 06:31 PM

Rigatoni marinara with a scoop of ricotta.
Posted By: alexandarns

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/01/14 06:44 PM

Man,what wouldn't i give for a plate of rigatoni with real marinara just like in ny,not that can shit they sell in the supermarkets here.There is no real italian food here.You have to go to italy get the right stuff
Posted By: pizzaboy

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/01/14 06:55 PM

Originally Posted By: alexandarns
Man,what wouldn't i give for a plate of rigatoni with real marinara just like in ny,not that can shit they sell in the supermarkets here.There is no real italian food here.You have to go to italy get the right stuff

You can surely get good imported canned tomatoes, right?

Good canned tomatoes, good olive oil, fresh garlic and fresh basil. And of course you'll need some good grated cheese to pass at the table. I'm sure that your Mom still has enough Brooklyn in her to show you what to do smile.
Posted By: cheech

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/01/14 07:04 PM

Breakfast for dinner. One of my favorites wink
Posted By: pizzaboy

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/01/14 07:12 PM

Originally Posted By: cheech
Breakfast for dinner. One of my favorites wink

Me too lol.

There's nothing like the t-bone, eggs, hash browns and pancakes at IHOP for dinner every so often. Denny's gets honorable mention, but only down south. The Denny's up here all suck.
Posted By: alexandarns

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/01/14 07:29 PM

grin yes of course she does,she cooks great and i mean real good.The problem is that my parents are on vacation in Montenegro untill the 3rd,and the girl am living with,Maria(It's speled Marija here in Serbia),although she's a natural blond with blue eyes,lean and beutifull(to me anyways wink ) cooks only vegan and vegetarin food with low carbs no holesterol no bread(my mom can't stand it).That leaves me to order something,some take out..eh i don't want to complain it could be worse smile
Posted By: pizzaboy

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/01/14 07:36 PM

That's really weird, Alex. I may have told you this before, but I have an Albanian super in one of my buildings. He's in Montenegro RIGHT NOW with his family. They go for six weeks every year.
Posted By: alexandarns

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/01/14 07:46 PM

Yes you told me before,his origins is probably from montenegro.Don't want to break privacy but it's probably one of 3 places:ulcinj,bar or budva,right?My fathers family is also from montenegro originally,from a place called Utjeha,it's righta betwen those places i mentioned before.That's where they are.(my parents)Monte is beutifull,it's tough and roughed but beutifull
Posted By: njcapo35

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/07/14 04:39 PM

I'm going to make a pot of Pasta Fazool. (Red)
Posted By: phillyloves

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/07/14 08:44 PM

I had steak and potato the potato was too hard disappointed
Posted By: SC

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/07/14 10:31 PM

Originally Posted By: phillyloves
the potato was too hard



That's what she said, too.
Posted By: Signor Vitelli

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/07/14 11:10 PM

Originally Posted By: SC
Originally Posted By: phillyloves
the potato was too hard



That's what she said, too.


This should be moved to the Viagra thread over in General Discussion. whistle


Signor V.
Posted By: phillyloves

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/08/14 05:45 PM

ha ha!!! I like a good lasagna or veal parm... breakfast for dinner or lunch is very good especially when there are nice fresh hashbrowns ... with katsup and lots of black pepper. crisp bacon
Posted By: Footreads

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/11/14 06:11 PM

Pot Roast with Gravy she doesn't make it offen very very good.
Posted By: pizzaboy

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/11/14 06:51 PM

Sausage, peppers and potatoes.
Posted By: cheech

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/13/14 06:28 PM

TV dinners. Home alone with the kids smile
Posted By: njcapo35

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/13/14 06:54 PM

Cheech is playing Mr. MOM tonight. grin ...I had a meatball sandwich from the meatballs i made yesterday. Light on the sauce!
Posted By: cheech

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/14/14 07:35 PM

Great movie
Posted By: pizzaboy

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/14/14 08:00 PM

Chicken cutlets, but American style:

Fried cutlets, mashed potatoes, creamed corn and apple sauce. Nothing wrong with it smile.
Posted By: njcapo35

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/14/14 08:37 PM

Nice PB, one of my fav's....Gotta be real thin tho, i don't like them thick....I always save one the next day for lunch and make a buffalo chicken wrap with it.

Grilled flounder with baked asparagus and mashed potato(fresh) not the boxed stuff grin .

Posted By: pizzaboy

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/14/14 08:43 PM

Originally Posted By: njcapo35
Nice PB, one of my fav's....Gotta be real thin tho, i don't like them thick.

Gotta be thin. Goes without saying smile.
Posted By: Mark

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/14/14 10:30 PM

Pizza delivered from our local non-chain pizzeria. Sausage, onion and green pepper - deelish! Best part, leftovers for lunch tomorrow. cool
Posted By: bronx

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/14/14 10:44 PM

we had pork cutlets, home made fries, tomato salad red onion basil oregano evoo.. pane antico bread. provolone, olives. and super tuscan.wine..nice and simple
Posted By: cheech

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/15/14 01:19 PM

I love chicken cutlets american style (i fry them with butter and oil), one of my fave dishes. but bronx the pork cutlets with duck sauce is a beautiful thing as well.
Posted By: cheech

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/15/14 01:30 PM

tonite is american chop suey
Posted By: Alfanosgirl

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/16/14 08:55 PM

Went into the only decent Italian pizzeria/restaurant/market in OC. Ordered a NY style pizza ha ha, eggplant parm sangweech and manigot' to-go and of course the girl wrote down my name as Monica. I said, No I'm also ordering man-eee-gut, she says oh you mean, man-i-cot-ti? Nope I mean manigot' damn it. I mean yes. So after we got it all straightened out I had my kids try a Manhattan Special coffee drink and bought 6 to take home for myself. I haven't had one of those drinks in years smile I was secretly glad when one of the bottles she opened for us spilled all over her whistle
Posted By: njcapo35

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/16/14 09:05 PM

Shut up and eat your Manigot!...Rosalie Aprile
Posted By: pizzaboy

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/16/14 09:19 PM

Originally Posted By: Alfanosgirl
I was secretly glad when one of the bottles she opened for us spilled all over her whistle

That always happens if you don't know how to open them. You have to just barely pinch the cap open and let a little bit of air out at a time. If you just pop it open willy-nilly it will explode all over you.
Posted By: Shamm11375

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/17/14 09:52 AM

Originally Posted By: pizzaboy
Originally Posted By: cheech
Breakfast for dinner. One of my favorites wink

Me too lol.

There's nothing like the t-bone, eggs, hash browns and pancakes at IHOP for dinner every so often. Denny's gets honorable mention, but only down south. The Denny's up here all suck.


Just saw this...and I can't get on I95 and not stop at a Cracker Barrel

Grandpas Old Country Breakfast
Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/17/14 11:59 AM

Chinese takeaway and ten cans of Stella for me tonight. Not at work tomorrow smile

Well I might just drink half a dozen of those Stellas and save the rest for breakfast lol
Posted By: DE NIRO

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/17/14 12:15 PM

Chicken and Potato salad
Posted By: cheech

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/17/14 12:43 PM

lobster rolls...its been nice out smile
Posted By: pizzaboy

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/17/14 01:12 PM

Originally Posted By: DE NIRO
Chicken and Potato salad

One of my favorite "Southern" meals. Fried chicken and homemade potato salad smile.
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/19/14 03:08 PM

I had potato salad at a friend's house and it was delicious. I asked her what her secret was and she said that she made it with 2/3 mayo and 1/3 sour cream. I make it that way all the time now, and everyone loves it.

I'm making a loin of pork tonight. It's the first really cool day up here and I'm looking forward to having the oven on for a couple of hours!!!
Posted By: Red_63

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/19/14 09:47 PM

Originally Posted By: Sicilian Babe
I had potato salad at a friend's house and it was delicious. I asked her what her secret was and she said that she made it with 2/3 mayo and 1/3 sour cream. I make it that way all the time now, and everyone loves it.

I'm making a loin of pork tonight. It's the first really cool day up here and I'm looking forward to having the oven on for a couple of hours!!!


That Potato Salad sounds Delicious you should try the blue cheese potato salad withe the chedder and bacon it's called loaded potato's or some shit but it's good
Posted By: cheech

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/20/14 09:11 PM

Shepherds Pie tonight. Was very good. My wife makes an above average mash potato. Which is miraculous since she grew up on boxed mashed. Which still baffles me.

Now I'm watching the game snacking on crackers with a strawberry preserve from the orchard with applie pie cheddar cheese from same orchard and Saleme felino sliced super thin. Pretentious but yummy
Posted By: Signor Vitelli

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/21/14 12:05 AM

I think tonight it's going to be a chicken and broccoli stir-fry. I looked in the refrigerator and it's gettin' close to "use it or lose it" time for the perishable food items.

I'm going to check the cupboards to see if there's anything else appropriate to add to the mix. Probably make some plain rice or Asian noodles to go with it, too.


Signor V.
Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/21/14 09:28 AM

Tonight i will be doing something involving pasta and sausages!! I will also be using my wife's secret pasta sauce in it. A quick clue though: She puts tomatoes in it tongue
Posted By: Red_63

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/21/14 11:36 AM

Originally Posted By: cheech
Shepherds Pie tonight. Was very good. My wife makes an above average mash potato. Which is miraculous since she grew up on boxed mashed. Which still baffles me.

Now I'm watching the game snacking on crackers with a strawberry preserve from the orchard with applie pie cheddar cheese from same orchard and Saleme felino sliced super thin. Pretentious but yummy


Originally Posted By: cheech
Shepherds Pie tonight. Was very good. My wife makes an above average mash potato. Which is miraculous since she grew up on boxed mashed. Which still baffles me.

Now I'm watching the game snacking on crackers with a strawberry preserve from the orchard with applie pie cheddar cheese from same orchard and Saleme felino sliced super thin. Pretentious but yummy


Cheech mind giving me the recipe that sounds beyond miraculous
Posted By: pizzaboy

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/21/14 12:18 PM

I've had some tummy issues since Sunday. Last night I had steamed white rice with canned clear brother (College Inn brand, which is good for just such an occasion).
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/21/14 05:54 PM

Last night, I sauteed minced onions and cubed chicken breast, then added chicken broth and minced prosciutto. Poured it all over meat tortellini. It was delicious.
Posted By: Signor Vitelli

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/21/14 11:11 PM

Originally Posted By: pizzaboy
I've had some tummy issues since Sunday. Last night I had steamed white rice with canned clear brother (College Inn brand, which is good for just such an occasion).


PB,

I hope, no...I fervently pray that you meant "broth". sick


Signor V.
Posted By: pizzaboy

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/21/14 11:15 PM

Originally Posted By: Signor Vitelli
Originally Posted By: pizzaboy
I've had some tummy issues since Sunday. Last night I had steamed white rice with canned clear brother (College Inn brand, which is good for just such an occasion).


PB,

I hope, no...I fervently pray that you meant "broth". sick


Signor V.

lol lol lol

I'm not even gonna correct the typo, SV grin.
Posted By: Red_63

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/22/14 01:12 AM

I had a tall glass of iced tea and a turkey sandwich
Posted By: pizzaboy

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/22/14 01:30 AM

Originally Posted By: Red_63
I had a tall glass of iced tea and a turkey sandwich

Nothing wrong with that. Chips, too?
Posted By: Red_63

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/22/14 01:32 AM

Originally Posted By: pizzaboy
Originally Posted By: Red_63
I had a tall glass of iced tea and a turkey sandwich

Nothing wrong with that. Chips, too?


Sunchips...and for dessert a york peppermint patty those lil fuckers are good
Posted By: pizzaboy

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/22/14 01:43 AM

Originally Posted By: Red_63
Originally Posted By: pizzaboy
Originally Posted By: Red_63
I had a tall glass of iced tea and a turkey sandwich

Nothing wrong with that. Chips, too?


Sunchips...and for dessert a york peppermint patty those lil fuckers are good

LOL at Sunchips. They always remind me of the in-flight meal on Delta lol.
Posted By: NickyEyes1

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/22/14 02:10 AM

Roast beef sandwich from Potbelly's
Posted By: Moe_Tilden

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/22/14 02:35 PM

Chicken and Vegetable stir fry.
Posted By: cheech

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/22/14 03:03 PM

tonight going down to the cigar bar. probably have a antipast, then when i get home a little pastine and butter.

this is the best thread on the whole board. the trolls will ruin it eventually
Posted By: Mark

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/22/14 06:15 PM

Originally Posted By: NickyEyes1
Roast beef sandwich from Potbelly's

Potbelly's rocks! Their soup is awesome as well. My fave is broccoli cheddar.
Posted By: Signor Vitelli

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/22/14 08:44 PM

Originally Posted By: cheech
this is the best thread on the whole board. the trolls will ruin it eventually


I wouldn't worry - this thread has been up and running for several years now, and it hasn't happened yet. Unlike some of the other "hot button" topics on the GBB, food doesn't really seem to be a contentious issue (thank heaven!).

Besides, I don't think SC would stand for it! wink


Signor V.
Posted By: pizzaboy

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/22/14 08:48 PM

Originally Posted By: Signor Vitelli
Originally Posted By: cheech
this is the best thread on the whole board. the trolls will ruin it eventually


I wouldn't worry - this thread has been up and running for several years now, and it hasn't happened yet. Unlike some of the other "hot button" topics on the GBB, food doesn't really seem to be a contentious issue (thank heaven!).

Besides, I don't think SC would stand for it! wink


Signor V.

I was the creator of this thread on September 19, 2007. Seven plus years ago. Unreal how time flies.

http://www.gangsterbb.net/threads/ubbthreads.php?ubb=showflat&Number=809609&page=1
Posted By: SC

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/22/14 09:52 PM

Originally Posted By: pizzaboy
I was the creator of this thread on September 19, 2007. Seven plus years ago. Unreal how time flies.



Seven years???? Wow!!! Time REALLY DOES fly.
Posted By: pizzaboy

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/22/14 09:55 PM

Originally Posted By: SC
Originally Posted By: pizzaboy
I was the creator of this thread on September 19, 2007. Seven plus years ago. Unreal how time flies.



Seven years???? Wow!!! Time REALLY DOES fly.

Yup, this time in 2007 the Red Sox and the Rockies were on tv right about now wink.
Posted By: Signor Vitelli

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/23/14 12:39 AM

Decided to make a homemade meat sauce tonight. I haven't done it much in the last year or so, and, from time to time I do like knowing what's in the food I'm eating!

Now, if I could only decide what type of pasta to put in the soon-to-be-boiling water...

Decisions, decisions!


Signor V.
Posted By: Red_63

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/23/14 12:40 AM

I had a late dinner tonight another day another doller... Double Bacon Cheeseburger with fries
Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/23/14 11:29 AM

Shepherds Pie tonight!!
Posted By: cheech

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/23/14 07:21 PM

Originally Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas
Shepherds Pie tonight!!


One of my faves Yogi!
Posted By: cheech

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/23/14 07:22 PM

RE: SV meat sauce homeade is a nice selection.
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/23/14 10:58 PM

Originally Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas
Shepherds Pie tonight!!


We were out last night and that's exactly what my husband ordered. He seemed very happy.
Posted By: pizzaboy

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/23/14 11:11 PM

Originally Posted By: cheech
Originally Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas
Shepherds Pie tonight!!


One of my faves Yogi!

I keep forgetting that you're half Irish tongue grin. But all kidding aside, I really like it once in awhile myself. It's a great cold or damp weather meal.

There's an Irish place up in Woodlawn called Rory Dolan's that does a great job with it. The bowl they serve it in is the size of a small pizza. You can't finish it, you have to take some home.
Posted By: Red_63

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/23/14 11:21 PM

Originally Posted By: pizzaboy
Originally Posted By: cheech
Originally Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas
Shepherds Pie tonight!!


One of my faves Yogi!

I keep forgetting that you're half Irish tongue grin. But all kidding aside, I really like it once in awhile myself. It's a great cold or damp weather meal.

There's an Irish place up in Woodlawn called Rory Dolan's that does a great job with it. The bowl they serve it in is the size of a small pizza. You can't finish it, you have to take some home.


A ham and cheese sandwich and a cherry limeonade
Posted By: Red_63

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/27/14 12:15 AM

Red Top Pizza and two glasses of red wine
Posted By: pizzaboy

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/27/14 12:21 AM

Originally Posted By: Red_63
Red Top Pizza and two glasses of red wine

Red wine and Percocet. Nature's elixir.
Posted By: Red_63

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/27/14 12:30 AM

Originally Posted By: pizzaboy
Originally Posted By: Red_63
Red Top Pizza and two glasses of red wine

Red wine and Percocet. Nature's elixir.


What kind do you take the 5/325 602's or 10/325 ?
Posted By: pizzaboy

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/27/14 12:33 AM

Originally Posted By: Red_63
Originally Posted By: pizzaboy
Originally Posted By: Red_63
Red Top Pizza and two glasses of red wine

Red wine and Percocet. Nature's elixir.


What kind do you take the 5/325 602's or 10/325 ?

Endo 602's (5/325) for my back. Usually only during golf season, though.
Posted By: Red_63

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/27/14 12:36 AM

Originally Posted By: pizzaboy
Originally Posted By: Red_63
Originally Posted By: pizzaboy
Originally Posted By: Red_63
Red Top Pizza and two glasses of red wine

Red wine and Percocet. Nature's elixir.


What kind do you take the 5/325 602's or 10/325 ?

Endo 602's (5/325) for my back. Usually only during golf season, though.


Well I hope you went to the bathroom today
Posted By: pizzaboy

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/27/14 12:44 AM

Originally Posted By: Red_63
Well I hope you went to the bathroom today

You're kidding, right?

Those things (most opiates, actually) are like putting a cork up your butt. Terrible GI side effects. Everything from constipation to the dry heaves.
Posted By: Red_63

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/27/14 01:56 AM

Originally Posted By: pizzaboy
Originally Posted By: Red_63
Well I hope you went to the bathroom today

You're kidding, right?

Those things (most opiates, actually) are like putting a cork up your butt. Terrible GI side effects. Everything from constipation to the dry heaves.


Hey at least you don't have to go to work constipated you been talking about skinny joey all week with red wine percocet and french bread pizza
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/27/14 09:04 PM

Originally Posted By: pizzaboy
Originally Posted By: Red_63
Well I hope you went to the bathroom today

You're kidding, right?

Those things (most opiates, actually) are like putting a cork up your butt. Terrible GI side effects. Everything from constipation to the dry heaves.


Why is this in a thread that's supposed to be about FOOD???
Posted By: phillyloves

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/27/14 09:13 PM

I had home made chicken and rice soup.....mmmmm mmmm... yeah opiods always make a person constipated... sooo hard to go after taking a couple of those!!!

I'm craving a deep dish pepperoni pizza
Posted By: cheech

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/28/14 01:24 PM

Originally Posted By: pizzaboy
Originally Posted By: cheech
Originally Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas
Shepherds Pie tonight!!


One of my faves Yogi!

I keep forgetting that you're half Irish tongue grin. But all kidding aside, I really like it once in awhile myself. It's a great cold or damp weather meal.

There's an Irish place up in Woodlawn called Rory Dolan's that does a great job with it. The bowl they serve it in is the size of a small pizza. You can't finish it, you have to take some home.



just the drunk half.
Posted By: cheech

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/28/14 01:26 PM

Originally Posted By: phillyloves
I had home made chicken and rice soup.....mmmmm mmmm... yeah opiods always make a person constipated... sooo hard to go after taking a couple of those!!!

I'm craving a deep dish pepperoni pizza


i do not like deep dish myself and i dont even like sicilian. i like the crust burnt and as thin as possible without having the cheese fall off or get soggy, im weird about my abeetz
Posted By: pizzaboy

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/28/14 01:48 PM

Originally Posted By: cheech
i like the crust burnt and as thin as possible without having the cheese fall off or get soggy, im weird about my abeetz

Not weird at all. What you just described is pizza in its truest form. Pizza should be simple. Sometimes I don't even want mozzarella on my pie. Just a nice flat tomato pie, a drizzle of olive oil and a little garlic, charred to a crisp, topped off with some good grated cheese. Maybe a couple anchovies. That's it. Heaven on earth smile.
Posted By: Moe_Tilden

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/28/14 01:55 PM

Originally Posted By: cheech
Originally Posted By: pizzaboy
Originally Posted By: cheech
Originally Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas
Shepherds Pie tonight!!


One of my faves Yogi!

I keep forgetting that you're half Irish tongue grin. But all kidding aside, I really like it once in awhile myself. It's a great cold or damp weather meal.

There's an Irish place up in Woodlawn called Rory Dolan's that does a great job with it. The bowl they serve it in is the size of a small pizza. You can't finish it, you have to take some home.



just the drunk half.


Aren't you 5 ft. 3, Cheech? You're shorter than a leprechaun. tongue
Posted By: Moe_Tilden

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/28/14 01:59 PM

Anyone ever have pasta with vodka sauce? I had it the last time I had an Italian meal in NY; pretty good.
Posted By: cheech

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/28/14 07:46 PM

Originally Posted By: pizzaboy
Originally Posted By: cheech
i like the crust burnt and as thin as possible without having the cheese fall off or get soggy, im weird about my abeetz

Not weird at all. What you just described is pizza in its truest form. Pizza should be simple. Sometimes I don't even want mozzarella on my pie. Just a nice flat tomato pie, a drizzle of olive oil and a little garlic, charred to a crisp, topped off with some good grated cheese. Maybe a couple anchovies. That's it. Heaven on earth smile.



Love it like that minus the anchovies. I sprinkle some Parmesan. That's it. It's the best. You get that nice crunch when you bight into it.
Posted By: cheech

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/28/14 07:47 PM

I think the places around here call it Neopiltan....
Posted By: Alfanosgirl

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/28/14 08:08 PM

Cheech you are making me so hungry talking about all this good pizza. Pizza here in CA is a joke.
Posted By: Mark

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/28/14 09:19 PM

I could seriously live on pizza alone.
Posted By: Alfanosgirl

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/28/14 10:14 PM

Me too

Posted By: njcapo35

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/29/14 03:52 PM

I'm making a meatloaf tonight, stuffed with cheese, with a side of perogies and string beans with balsamic vinegar and garlic...For dessert a cannoli and 2 scoops of Haagen-Dazs (dulce de leche)
Posted By: cheech

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/29/14 07:35 PM

Meatloaf is another one of my favorites. Never stuffed it though.
Tonight was hot open roast beef with mashed and corn. Homeade gravy wink
Posted By: Holyoke

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/29/14 07:46 PM

A pint of Sambuca and some wings.
Posted By: njcapo35

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/29/14 07:50 PM

Originally Posted By: cheech
Never stuffed it though.


I made it once before and it came out real good. You should try it next time you make it. You won't be disappointed, believe me.
Posted By: Red_63

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/29/14 10:56 PM

Originally Posted By: cheech
Meatloaf is another one of my favorites. Never stuffed it though.
Tonight was hot open roast beef with mashed and corn. Homeade gravy wink


That's sounds incredibly delicious
Posted By: njcapo35

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/30/14 09:23 PM



Nice and greasy, just the way i like it! grin
Posted By: pizzaboy

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/30/14 10:18 PM

Originally Posted By: njcapo35


Nice and greasy, just the way i like it! grin

I love Popeye's. But I find that the franchises in the south are much better than the ones up here. Don't get me wrong, they're still good up here. But the spots in between Virginia and Florida are so good that you'd think you're in a restaurant and not a fast food joint.
Posted By: Mark

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/30/14 10:23 PM

The same rule applies to Cracker Barrel, pizzaboy. Northern franchises don't compare with their counterparts.
Posted By: pizzaboy

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/30/14 10:25 PM

Originally Posted By: Mark
The same rule applies to Cracker Barrel, pizzaboy. Northern franchises don't compare with their counterparts.

I agree. Same applies to Denny's. The Denny's in Florida are off the charts good. The few up here SUCK.
Posted By: Mark

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/30/14 10:29 PM

Originally Posted By: pizzaboy
Originally Posted By: Mark
The same rule applies to Cracker Barrel, pizzaboy. Northern franchises don't compare with their counterparts.

I agree. Same applies to Denny's. The Denny's in Florida are off the charts good. The few up here SUCK.

I hear that. On the flipside, we took the kids to Disney in 1997 and stayed in Tennessee over night. Me and my son son wanted a taco pizza from Pizza Hut and that particular franchise never heard of such a pie. We still joke about that to this day.
Posted By: cheech

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/31/14 01:32 PM

taco pizza?
Posted By: cheech

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/31/14 01:33 PM

ive had a burger pizza that wasnt awful but i like my pizza a certain way. very snobby of me lol
Posted By: njcapo35

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/31/14 02:25 PM

Originally Posted By: pizzaboy
But I find that the franchises in the south are much better than the ones up here. Don't get me wrong, they're still good up here. But the spots in between Virginia and Florida are so good that you'd think you're in a restaurant and not a fast food joint.


I know exactly what you're talking about. I've been to a couple on my way down to Florida, and like you said night and day. I think Popeye's is 100% better than KFC by a mile. Did you ever try their fried apple pies?...Phenomenal!
Posted By: pizzaboy

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/31/14 07:58 PM

Originally Posted By: njcapo35
I think Popeye's is 100% better than KFC by a mile.

Absolutely. It's not even close. I can get better fried chicken at the deli counter of a Stop and Shop than at KFC. KFC sucks.

Originally Posted By: njcapo35
Did you ever try their fried apple pies?

No. But you can bet your ass that I'm gonna grin.
Posted By: Mark

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/31/14 09:00 PM

Mrs. Mark cooked a big pot of home made chili tonight. Perfect meal for perfect fall evening. All the fixings... cheddar cheese, sour cream, oyster crackers, tobasco, onions. Good stuff!
Posted By: cheech

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/31/14 09:09 PM

Popeyes is one of the only fast food I'll go to. The biscuits are great. The fries are good. Chickens good. KFC is all Arabs now where I am. It's weird. Food sucks there. I wouldn't give it to my dog.
I like Dutchess. Not sure if that's only CT.
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 11/01/14 01:45 PM

My daughter came home from college for the weekend, so I'm making a roast beef, oven roasted potatoes and broccoli, all her favorites.
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 11/01/14 01:46 PM

Originally Posted By: njcapo35
I'm making a meatloaf tonight, stuffed with cheese, with a side of perogies and string beans with balsamic vinegar and garlic...For dessert a cannoli and 2 scoops of Haagen-Dazs (dulce de leche)


What kind of cheese do you use?
Posted By: Alfanosgirl

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 11/01/14 02:03 PM

Originally Posted By: pizzaboy
Originally Posted By: njcapo35


Nice and greasy, just the way i like it! grin

I love Popeye's. But I find that the franchises in the south are much better than the ones up here. Don't get me wrong, they're still good up here. But the spots in between Virginia and Florida are so good that you'd think you're in a restaurant and not a fast food joint.


Popeye's is great. Over here in CA we have to drive to the hood to get it but it's worth it. AND you MUST order Strawberry Soda or the meal is not COMPLETE wink
Posted By: njcapo35

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 11/01/14 03:01 PM

Originally Posted By: Sicilian Babe
What kind of cheese do you use?


For a pound i used 1 1/2 cups of mild cheddar, shredded. You could always add a little more if you want.

Posted By: Alfanosgirl

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 11/01/14 04:12 PM

This is such a delicious EASY recipe made it the other night. I promise it will NOT disappoint. You may need to double it
(I cut the chicken into pieces comes out tastier in my opinion)




If you cannot read it here is recipe.
Ingredients:
2 skinless boneless chicken breast halves
2 teaspoons butter
1 (3 ounce) package cream cheese softened
1/2 cup sliced fresh mushrooms
1 tablespoon chopped green onion
1/8 teaspoon salt
Dash of pepper
1 (4 ounce) package of refrigerated crescent rolls


Directions:
(Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Grease baking dish.)
In a skillet, cook chicken in butter about 4 minutes each side. Place chicken in a greased 3 cup baking dish. In a bowl, combine cream cheese, mushrooms, onion, salt and pepper. Spoon over chicken. Unroll dough into one long rectangle; seal seams and perforations.
If necessary trim dough to fit top of dish and patch together overlapping edges. Pinch edges to seal. Place over filling. Bake uncovered at 350 degrees for 20 minutes or until heated through.
Posted By: Primo

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 11/03/14 08:44 PM

I din't make it. But tonight we had stuffed peppers with rice and meat. Tomatoes baked with cheese. Potatoes and salad.
Posted By: njcapo35

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 11/10/14 07:34 PM

I'm having beef stew that's been brewing in the crock-pot all day...Oh Yeah!
Posted By: Mark

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 11/10/14 07:53 PM

One of the local watering holes has a $3 chicken special on Monday nights. 3 bucks gets you a leg, thigh, fries and a salad. Great deal and good stuff. We get 3 orders, one for Mrs. Mark, one for me tonight and one for lunch tomorrow.
Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 11/11/14 12:12 PM

I am making spaghetti bolognese tonight. Simple enough but the kids love it. Got some lovely crusty olive bread to go alongside as well.Tasty!!
Posted By: afriendofours

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 11/11/14 01:27 PM

Waiting on fried chicken and chips/fries being delivered.
Posted By: Binnie_Coll

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 11/14/14 12:22 AM

pepperoni pizza, deep dish, Chicago style.
Posted By: Footreads

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 11/14/14 04:20 PM

Chicken stuffed with rice. Ordinary not my favorite thing
Posted By: phillyloves

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 11/14/14 06:26 PM

Two western bacon cheeseburgers from Carl's Jr. I like homemade food much better but was starved as I was out and about running errands.
Posted By: Mark

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 11/14/14 06:35 PM

Originally Posted By: Binnie_Coll
pepperoni pizza, deep dish, Chicago style.

clap clap Nice, Binnie.
Posted By: njcapo35

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 11/14/14 06:47 PM

Chicago style isn't pizza, it's more like a casserole to me anyway. I'll take a NY/NJ pie any day of the week!

That's what's for dinner. I'm having it Margherita style tonight.
Posted By: Binnie_Coll

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 11/14/14 07:05 PM

great, n.j. sounds delicious.
Posted By: njcapo35

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 11/14/14 09:50 PM

It was excellent Binnie, extra Vino wit it.
Posted By: Signor Vitelli

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 11/24/14 01:01 AM

Homemade pepper steak with onions, over rice.

Haven't made this in a long time, so I'm looking forward to it.


Signor V.
Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 11/24/14 12:12 PM

Tonight I am making pork steaks, mashed taties, carrots, green beans, stuffing and onion gravy. My wife has been working a lot of late shifts lately and I have become masterful in the kitchen (alongside the bedroom of course)
Posted By: Moe_Tilden

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 11/24/14 12:45 PM

They call me the one minute man. But it's the best one minute any woman has ever had.
Posted By: bronx

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 11/24/14 06:01 PM

bought some cardone, boil ,strip ..bread, fry..real sicilian treat
Posted By: pizzaboy

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 11/24/14 06:10 PM

Originally Posted By: bronx
bought some cardone, boil ,strip ..bread, fry..real sicilian treat

Nice. When we were kids my brother and I used to call that fried celery. But today we know better lol.

Just for the record, though. The Calabrese love them too wink.
Posted By: bronx

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 11/24/14 06:19 PM

yes, you are correct ..i have several calabrian old timers i eat with ., that were born there, just about the same eating likes as sicilians..i am the latter.. zucchini flowers fried..madonna!
Posted By: pizzaboy

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 11/24/14 06:24 PM

Originally Posted By: bronx
yes, you are correct ..i have several calabrian old timers i eat with ., that were born there, just about the same eating likes as sicilians..i am the latter.. zucchini flowers fried..madonna!

You're killing me. Zucchini flowers are the best part of the summer lol.

The cardone, though. Man, they don't even have them all the time at the Arthur Avenue Market. And you know what my Mother used to say about the Market, right? If they don't have it, it doesn't grow lol.

She used to call them come sedani fritti smile.
Posted By: njcapo35

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 11/24/14 06:42 PM

Originally Posted By: bronx
bought some cardone, boil ,strip ..bread, fry..real sicilian treat


Throw a capozzelli with that and you got a real greaseball meal there.


I'm having baked chicken and seasoned potatoes with a tomato salad and fresh mozz.
Posted By: bronx

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 11/24/14 07:13 PM

that is great thanks for sharing your Mom's sayings
Posted By: bronx

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 11/24/14 07:15 PM

i had a guy in a restaurant a long time ago make a dozen for some old time sicilians..they didn't know what was coming out, when they seen the heads , like they hit the #
Posted By: njcapo35

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 11/24/14 07:57 PM

They were in their glory when they seen those trays come out..huh..Did they go for the brains first? lol
Posted By: pizzaboy

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 11/24/14 08:19 PM

Originally Posted By: njcapo35
They were in their glory when they seen those trays come out..huh..Did they go for the brains first? lol

Even if it grosses you out you could always fake it so you don't offend the cook. Just pick at the flesh around the skull. The cheeks and jowls taste just like a nice fatty leg of lamb. But a real man eats the eyeballs grin.
Posted By: Mark

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 11/24/14 08:31 PM

Originally Posted By: Mark
One of the local watering holes has a $3 chicken special on Monday nights. 3 bucks gets you a leg, thigh, fries and a salad. Great deal and good stuff. We get 3 orders, one for Mrs. Mark, one for me tonight and one for lunch tomorrow.

This again, tonight! You can't beat this deal. smile
Posted By: njcapo35

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 11/24/14 08:34 PM

Originally Posted By: pizzaboy

Even if it grosses you out you could always fake it so you don't offend the cook. Just pick at the flesh around the skull. The cheeks and jowls taste just like a nice fatty leg of lamb. But a real man eats the eyeballs grin.




I hear on that one.lol..I love all that stuff myself...Nah i say that because my grandfather and uncles, whenever we had lamb or pig heads they would always go for the brains first, they said it's the best part.
Posted By: pizzaboy

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 11/24/14 08:39 PM

Originally Posted By: Mark
Originally Posted By: Mark
One of the local watering holes has a $3 chicken special on Monday nights. 3 bucks gets you a leg, thigh, fries and a salad. Great deal and good stuff. We get 3 orders, one for Mrs. Mark, one for me tonight and one for lunch tomorrow.

This again, tonight! You can't beat this deal. smile

That's unbelievable, Mark. Even at a blue collar Bronx tavern that would run at least 8 bucks (and it would still be considered reasonable). But 3 dollars? uhwhat
Posted By: njcapo35

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 11/24/14 08:42 PM

Originally Posted By: Mark
Originally Posted By: Mark
One of the local watering holes has a $3 chicken special on Monday nights. 3 bucks gets you a leg, thigh, fries and a salad. Great deal and good stuff. We get 3 orders, one for Mrs. Mark, one for me tonight and one for lunch tomorrow.

This again, tonight! You can't beat this deal. smile



Sounds good mark....Like you said, for all that you can't beat that price...They must sell a lot of orders.


(I was posting at the same time P)
Posted By: pizzaboy

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 11/25/14 06:28 PM

Originally Posted By: bronx
that is great thanks for sharing your Mom's sayings

My pleasure, buddy. I should be thanking you for bringing her to mind. Not to be morbid, but I brought flowers to Saint Raymonds today. And because of this thread I spent an hour there just thinking about her kitchen at this time of year smile.
Posted By: Mark

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 11/25/14 07:37 PM

Originally Posted By: pizzaboy
Originally Posted By: Mark
Originally Posted By: Mark
One of the local watering holes has a $3 chicken special on Monday nights. 3 bucks gets you a leg, thigh, fries and a salad. Great deal and good stuff. We get 3 orders, one for Mrs. Mark, one for me tonight and one for lunch tomorrow.

This again, tonight! You can't beat this deal. smile

That's unbelievable, Mark. Even at a blue collar Bronx tavern that would run at least 8 bucks (and it would still be considered reasonable). But 3 dollars? uhwhat

Yes, 3 bucks, that's it. The place is packed and to go orders are crazy and they sell a lot of alcohol. The owners are great people. We went to high school together. BTW, you could get all white meat for $5. Still a great deal. They make a ton of cash on drinks alone.
Posted By: pizzaboy

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 11/26/14 02:13 AM

I actually prefer the dark meat, Mark. It has nothing to do with the cost either. When I make cacciatore I use nothing but thighs, drumsticks and wings. The sauce comes out as sweet as sugar.
Posted By: Alfanosgirl

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 11/27/14 04:27 PM

That's a really good deal Mark. I prefer dark meat too has more flavor. All that talk about zucchini flowers and mom's (and pops) kitchen makes me want to make farina cake. That's an oldie but goodie. Did you ever eat that? Good stuff.
I still have a bag of gavadeel (cavatelli) in the freezer that my pops made. It's the last thing he made with his hands. I just cannot bring myself to cook it up but I know he would be more upset if I didn't eat it and it went to waste by sitting in the freezer for so long.
Posted By: pizzaboy

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 11/27/14 04:34 PM

Originally Posted By: Alfanosgirl
I still have a bag of gavadeel (cavatelli) in the freezer that my pops made. It's the last thing he made with his hands. I just cannot bring myself to cook it up but I know he would be more upset if I didn't eat it and it went to waste by sitting in the freezer for so long.

Wait . . . Didn't Bobby Baccala do the same thing with his dead wife's baked ziti?

Just kidding. Happy Thanksgiving, Alfs smile.
Posted By: Alfanosgirl

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 11/27/14 04:41 PM

Originally Posted By: pizzaboy
Originally Posted By: Alfanosgirl
I still have a bag of gavadeel (cavatelli) in the freezer that my pops made. It's the last thing he made with his hands. I just cannot bring myself to cook it up but I know he would be more upset if I didn't eat it and it went to waste by sitting in the freezer for so long.

Wait . . . Didn't Bobby Baccala do the same thing with his dead wife's baked ziti?

Just kidding. Happy Thanksgiving, Alfs smile.



Ha ha lol Happy Thanksgiving PB. And keep up ur wisecracks guess who might be in ur neck of the woods in a couple of weeks? That's right Me wink
Posted By: Primo

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 11/27/14 08:59 PM

I had the grossest mash potatoes today lol I don't know why but someone had the smart idea that nutmeg and potatoes go together. I hope I never have that again tongue tasted like weird pumpkin pie
Posted By: Signor Vitelli

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 11/29/14 01:22 AM

Nutmeg is, from my experience, a tricky spice to use. There is a thin line between enough and way too much. Add even a bit too much to just about anything, and the whole thing starts to smell like Lestoil.

I like adapting recipes from Colonial American days, and boy, did they overuse the nutmeg! Seems to have been one of their favorite spices. What was "usual" for them back in those days, would curdle your innards today - as well as being just plain inedible by our standards.

With nutmeg, a little can go quite a long way. However, my opinions only apply to ground nutmeg; I've never used the freshly grated stuff.


Signor V.
Posted By: Moe_Tilden

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 11/29/14 06:57 AM

I once knew a girl called Meg and I nutted on her. She shall now go by the name Nutmeg.
Posted By: pizzaboy

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 11/29/14 12:58 PM

Originally Posted By: Moe_Tilden
I once knew a girl called Meg and I nutted on her. She shall now go by the name Nutmeg.

Not your best, Moe tongue grin.
Posted By: Footreads

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 11/29/14 08:50 PM

In soccer you nutmegged an opponent. Means you put the ball past the player between the players legs.
Posted By: njcapo35

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 12/02/14 08:19 PM

I had some homemade chili and a baked potato with just a dollop of sour cream. Now I gotta sleep without the covers on tonight.
Posted By: pizzaboy

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 12/02/14 08:21 PM

Originally Posted By: njcapo35
I had some homemade chili and a baked potato with just a dollop of sour cream. Now I gotta sleep without the covers on tonight.

Nice winter meal.

I had a ham steak with a baked sweet potato and a nice salad.
Posted By: njcapo35

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 12/02/14 08:26 PM

I tell you what, i use the recipe from marlboro i had from years back and it's not bad at all. The only thing i have to do to it is give it a little more heat.
Posted By: Mark

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 12/02/14 08:28 PM

I'm having liver with fava beans and a nice Chianti...
Posted By: Alfanosgirl

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 12/02/14 11:51 PM

I made turkey and cheese enchiladas.
Posted By: XDCX

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 12/03/14 02:04 PM

Last night we had some grilled cheese sandwiches with turkey.
Posted By: pizzaboy

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 12/03/14 04:50 PM

Originally Posted By: XDCX
Last night we had some grilled cheese sandwiches with turkey.

Nothing wrong with that. It's cold and damp here. I had Campbells tomato soup and grilled cheese for lunch just a little while ago.
Posted By: cheech

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 12/03/14 08:32 PM

Matzah ball soup and a Pastrami and cole slaw from Katz's. That type of weather.
Posted By: cheech

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 12/03/14 08:32 PM

Funny how weather affects what you eat.
Posted By: pizzaboy

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 12/03/14 08:42 PM

Originally Posted By: cheech
Funny how weather affects what you eat.

Especially when you're sick. I have a bad head cold. I had soup three times today.
Posted By: SC

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 12/03/14 09:03 PM

Had to use (or freeze) two pounds of ground beef by tonight. Found a good use for it. I'll have lasagna for days.


Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 12/04/14 12:32 PM

Chinese take-out tonight.
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 12/04/14 06:23 PM

Still waiting for my invitation, SC!!!!
Posted By: pizzaboy

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 12/04/14 10:47 PM

We had breakfast for dinner tonight, and it was a GREAT change. Fried eggs, thick cut bacon, thick breakfast sausages, home made hash browns.
Posted By: SC

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 12/04/14 10:54 PM

Originally Posted By: Sicilian Babe
Still waiting for my invitation, SC!!!!


You and Mr Babe have a standing invitation. NO RSVP necessary. You have my address - just show up. Only one thing, though - bring some decent Italian bread. I can't find any up here. frown
Posted By: Sicilian Babe

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 12/06/14 01:32 AM

That's a fair deal, SC!!!
Posted By: bronx

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 12/09/14 05:46 PM

i ate at the second ave deli on 33rd sat..not bad..they even have expresso
Posted By: Beanshooter

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 12/09/14 05:50 PM

Come on Bronx you should know better, there is no X in espresso. LOL
Posted By: pizzaboy

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 12/09/14 06:04 PM

It's miserable out today. I think we're having soup and potatoes and eggs.
Posted By: bronx

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 12/09/14 06:53 PM

I'm from bklyn , i speak brooklynese. spell the same way with the X...
Posted By: bronx

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 12/09/14 06:55 PM

just got to fla yesterday..only 73 and some clouds
Posted By: pizzaboy

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 12/09/14 07:16 PM

Originally Posted By: bronx
just got to fla yesterday..only 73 and some clouds

I'll be there January 5th by noon.
Posted By: bronx

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 12/09/14 07:31 PM

i'm in sarasota ,your in delray ...your side the restaurants are far superior. are you going to the jockey from philly's restaurant?
Posted By: pizzaboy

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 12/09/14 07:38 PM

Originally Posted By: bronx
i'm in sarasota ,your in delray ...your side the restaurants are far superior. are you going to the jockey from philly's restaurant?

lol lol

I seriously doubt it.

And Longboat Key is right in your neck of the woods, and there are some good restaurants there. But not Italian, you're right about that.
Posted By: dontomasso

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 12/10/14 03:11 PM

Joe Maddon's new place "Ava" supposedly has the best pizza this side of Napoli.
Posted By: pizzaboy

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 12/10/14 06:15 PM

Originally Posted By: dontomasso
Joe Maddon's new place "Ava" supposedly has the best pizza this side of Napoli.

Don T to the rescue! grin

How's Bern's these days, DT? I haven't been there in years. But I've heard that it's not the same. That could be way off, though. Because the guy who mentioned it to me thinks that Outback is fine dining.
Posted By: Mark

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 12/10/14 07:12 PM

Originally Posted By: dontomasso
Joe Maddon's new place "Ava" supposedly has the best pizza this side of Napoli.

Maddon is a big hit in Chicago. Already a likeable guy, he and Cubs executive Theo Epstein, bought the media two rounds of drinks at his press conference in November. Instant hit. lol
Posted By: pimpanella

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 12/11/14 12:18 AM

Originally Posted By: Mark
Originally Posted By: dontomasso
Joe Maddon's new place "Ava" supposedly has the best pizza this side of Napoli.

Maddon is a big hit in Chicago. Already a likeable guy, he and Cubs executive Theo Epstein, bought the media two rounds of drinks at his press conference in November. Instant hit. lol


What you think the bribed the press ?
Posted By: bronx

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 12/11/14 10:36 AM

and when you get the check there is a slight difference on the bottom line..lol..if anyone gets to st petes i can recommend a really nice italian restaurant..
Posted By: Mark

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 12/11/14 10:54 PM

Originally Posted By: pimpanella
Originally Posted By: Mark
Originally Posted By: dontomasso
Joe Maddon's new place "Ava" supposedly has the best pizza this side of Napoli.

Maddon is a big hit in Chicago. Already a likeable guy, he and Cubs executive Theo Epstein, bought the media two rounds of drinks at his press conference in November. Instant hit. lol


What you think the bribed the press ?

lol We don't use the "B" word in Chicago, pimp. We refer to that as greasing the wheels - Chicago Style. cool Welcome to the BB, pimpanella.
Posted By: XDCX

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 12/12/14 07:12 PM

Last night I threw together some sausage, biscuits and gravy.

Because I may be a California liberal now...but I was born and raised on the Eastern Shore of Maryland...and we likes our country food!
Posted By: Mark

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 12/12/14 07:21 PM

Stuffed green peppers with Spanish rice, sausage, tomatoes, onions and celery. Topped with sour cream, shredded cheddar cheese and taco sauce.
Posted By: pizzaboy

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 12/12/14 07:29 PM

Originally Posted By: XDCX
Last night I threw together some sausage, biscuits and gravy.

Because I may be a California liberal now...but I was born and raised on the Eastern Shore of Maryland...and we likes our country food!

That a boy, XDCX. I don't care who you vote for. But I'm telling you right now, if you start eating bean sprouts and alfalfa we can't be friends anymore.
Posted By: XDCX

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 12/12/14 08:21 PM

Originally Posted By: pizzaboy
Originally Posted By: XDCX
Last night I threw together some sausage, biscuits and gravy.

Because I may be a California liberal now...but I was born and raised on the Eastern Shore of Maryland...and we likes our country food!

That a boy, XDCX. I don't care who you vote for. But I'm telling you right now, if you start eating bean sprouts and alfalfa we can't be friends anymore.


I have developed a taste for sushi since I moved here. Does that count? Is that hipster food?
Posted By: pizzaboy

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 12/12/14 08:25 PM

Originally Posted By: XDCX
Originally Posted By: pizzaboy
Originally Posted By: XDCX
Last night I threw together some sausage, biscuits and gravy.

Because I may be a California liberal now...but I was born and raised on the Eastern Shore of Maryland...and we likes our country food!

That a boy, XDCX. I don't care who you vote for. But I'm telling you right now, if you start eating bean sprouts and alfalfa we can't be friends anymore.


I have developed a taste for sushi since I moved here. Does that count? Is that hipster food?

You get a pass for sushi. I'm a 55 year old Bronx guy and even I like it once in awhile, especially unagi and good old yellowtail.
Posted By: Mark

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 12/12/14 08:36 PM

Never thought I would like sushi but I am a big fan. Good stuff... just be careful of how much wasabi you load it with!
Posted By: XDCX

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 12/12/14 08:52 PM

Originally Posted By: pizzaboy
You get a pass for sushi. I'm a 55 year old Bronx guy and even I like it once in awhile, especially unagi and good old yellowtail.


Unagi is amazing! I'm a fan of the yellowtail as well, as well as salmon rolls.

And the spicy tuna roll...which is basically the Big Mac of sushi. But it has to be spicy. Some places I've been, there's really no difference between the regular tuna roll and the spicy.
Posted By: bronx

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 12/13/14 02:50 AM

he may start shitting pellets like a rabbit with that diet
Posted By: pizzaboy

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 12/13/14 02:51 AM

Originally Posted By: bronx
he may start shitting pellets like a rabbit with that diet

They used to say the same thing about us with 'scarole and beans.
Posted By: XDCX

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 12/13/14 04:40 PM

Last night my wife made cajun-style shrimp with rice. It was beyond terrific.

I tried posting a picture but for some reason the BB won't display my Facebook photos.

So just take my word for it. It was amazing!
Posted By: SC

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 12/13/14 05:01 PM

Originally Posted By: XDCX
Last night my wife made cajun-style shrimp with rice. It was beyond terrific.

I tried posting a picture but for some reason the BB won't display my Facebook photos.

So just take my word for it. It was amazing!



Looks really good!!!
Posted By: XDCX

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 12/13/14 08:41 PM

I let my wife have one serving. I ate the rest! lol blush
Posted By: Footreads

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 12/17/14 02:25 PM

I told my wife I want Cuban food, Cuban coffee and pretty soon a Cuban cigar. Then we danced a chacha

Obama wants the same he made another executive order. Except they are still a state sponsor of terror. Hopefully he also want mucho Cuban votes.
Posted By: Mark

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 12/17/14 07:05 PM

Originally Posted By: Footreads
I told my wife I want Cuban food, Cuban coffee and pretty soon a Cuban cigar. Then we danced a chacha

Obama wants the same he made another executive order. Except they are still a state sponsor of terror. Hopefully he also want mucho Cuban votes.

Always wanted to try one of these...
Posted By: pizzaboy

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 12/17/14 07:15 PM

Originally Posted By: Footreads
I told my wife I want Cuban food, Cuban coffee and pretty soon a Cuban cigar. Then we danced a chacha

Obama wants the same he made another executive order. Except they are still a state sponsor of terror. Hopefully he also want mucho Cuban votes.

What a joke. That trade "embargo," or whatever the heck you call it, is ridiculous. It should have ended YEARS ago. But the State of Florida has too much to lose by way of tourism, and they're terrified of the idea of moneyed Cuban Americans running back "home."

I know I'm a cynical guy when it comes to stuff life this, and I'd REALLY like to legally visit Cuba some day (you know, instead of going through Canada and committing a felony that people are almost never charged with anyway). But I'll believe it when I see it.

Now, where were we vis-à-vis dinner? She's making burgers and home made fries tonight. But all of sudden I could go for black beans and rice. And I'm not even kidding.
Posted By: Mark

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 12/17/14 07:38 PM

As long as the cigars are available and affordable! smile
Posted By: Footreads

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 12/17/14 10:13 PM

Sugar cane can be used to power auto mobiles. They have cars in Brazil that run on sugar cane. They get crazy mileage. Brazil has sugar cane.

There was an old time singer that wanted to bring the Brazilian cars into the states. But the auto unions and car manufactures rejected it.

Bring them in and use Cuban sugar cane to power them. I am sure some of Obama's friends will do it and mr president will get his kick back.

He is distributing more wealth.
Posted By: LittleNicky

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 12/17/14 11:35 PM

Buy a deep fryer and some mahi mahi. killer fish tacos.
Posted By: pizzaboy

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 12/17/14 11:38 PM

Originally Posted By: LittleNicky
Buy a deep fryer and some mahi mahi. killer fish tacos.

Nice. I LOVE fish tacos, Nicky. You see the trucks everywhere in South Florida, especially in the Keys. They're almost as common as hot dog trucks up here.
Posted By: Mark

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 12/17/14 11:43 PM

Originally Posted By: pizzaboy
Originally Posted By: LittleNicky
Buy a deep fryer and some mahi mahi. killer fish tacos.

Nice. I LOVE fish tacos, Nicky. You see the trucks everywhere in South Florida, especially in the Keys. They're almost as common as hot dog trucks up here.

Cuban fish tacos...
Posted By: pizzaboy

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 12/17/14 11:52 PM

^^^^ I wasn't kidding about Cuban food, Mark. I love it. To me, black beans and rice is like the Latino version of pasta fazool. And they do chicken and potatoes as good as anyone.
Posted By: bronx

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 12/18/14 01:23 AM

great place in coral gables cafe versailles..ever go pizza
Posted By: pizzaboy

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 12/18/14 02:15 AM

Originally Posted By: bronx
great place in coral gables cafe versailles..ever go pizza

No, but based on your recommendation I'm gonna give it a try for sure, Bronx. My oldest went to U of M. She lived in the Gables for several years. I'm gonna give her a call tomorrow and ask her if she's ever been there. More than likely she has.
Posted By: bronx

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 12/18/14 10:08 AM

I went over to the hardrock casino , then to the cuban place..huge pastry shop, coffee shop, restaurant ,one building but separate rooms.. old style ambiance. Every time I went the cubans dress nice collared shirts, slacks, sport jackets..cafe is a hang out like a social club.matter of fact i'm watching the news now and they have the place on interviewing people about castro. long drive but spend a day and a half enjoying the sites..it was only 78 yesterday. friggin sun..
Posted By: pizzaboy

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 12/18/14 12:08 PM

Originally Posted By: bronx
I went over to the hardrock casino , then to the cuban place..huge pastry shop, coffee shop, restaurant ,one building but separate rooms.. old style ambiance. Every time I went the cubans dress nice collared shirts, slacks, sport jackets..cafe is a hang out like a social club.matter of fact i'm watching the news now and they have the place on interviewing people about castro. long drive but spend a day and a half enjoying the sites..it was only 78 yesterday. friggin sun..

Cubans are sharp dressers, especially the men. And true style never goes out of date. Desi Arnaz wore clothes in the '50s that would get him on the Ten Best Dressed list today. They're a lot like us in that regard.
Posted By: njcapo35

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 12/18/14 03:48 PM

Tonight i'm making a California cheese burger, cooked in a cast iron skillet (ran out of propane and charcoal), with a new recipe i want to try to make called a bacon & potato egg strata.
Posted By: Mark

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 12/18/14 05:42 PM

Originally Posted By: pizzaboy
^^^^ I wasn't kidding about Cuban food, Mark. I love it. To me, black beans and rice is like the Latino version of pasta fazool. And they do chicken and potatoes as good as anyone.

lolI hear you, pb. I'm serious as well... Cuban food looks and sounds absolutely delicious! I've heard a lot great things about it and look forward some day to an authentic Cuban sandwich and a... how do you say; banana daiquiri? smile
Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 12/18/14 05:51 PM

Easy food tonight. Corned beef hash cakes, chips and chilli beans!!
Posted By: pizzaboy

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 12/18/14 05:58 PM

Originally Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas
Easy food tonight. Corned beef hash cakes, chips and chilli beans!!

Jesus Chirst, Yogi. Your poor wife. I hope you sleep with the windows AND the doors open.
Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 12/18/14 06:01 PM

Originally Posted By: pizzaboy
Originally Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas
Easy food tonight. Corned beef hash cakes, chips and chilli beans!!

Jesus Chirst, Yogi. Your poor wife. I hope you sleep with the windows AND the doors open.


Not in this weather mate!! She will just have to get used to any aromas floating around..... tongue
Posted By: Moe_Tilden

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 12/18/14 06:30 PM

I have been with my girlfriend for one and a half years and I have only heard her fart twice.

Once was when she had diarrhea and the bathroom wasn't soundproof like she thought it was and the other time was when she got too drunk and it came out involuntarily.
Posted By: pizzaboy

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 12/18/14 06:30 PM

Originally Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas
Not in this weather mate!! She will just have to get used to any aromas floating around..... tongue

Posted By: Moe_Tilden

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 12/18/14 06:31 PM

.... anyways.

I had potato, peas and chicken goujons for dinner this evening.

Peas are my go to vegetable.
Posted By: pizzaboy

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 12/18/14 06:40 PM

I love peas myself. Even as a kid when I was supposed to hate them. My Mom always made them sauteed onions and little bits of fat off the prosciutto.
Posted By: njcapo35

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 12/18/14 07:02 PM

PB, did you ever get down to Popeye's and try out the fried apple pies?
Posted By: pizzaboy

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 12/18/14 07:19 PM

Originally Posted By: njcapo35
PB, did you ever get down to Popeye's and try out the fried apple pies?

Not yet, NJ. We leave for Florida on the 5th. I'll get back to you when I try them. Because like I said, the Popeye's down south are far superior to the franchises up here.
Posted By: njcapo35

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 12/18/14 07:38 PM

Ok...When you do let me know what you thought about them...I always get 1 or 2 every time i go...I rarely eat out that much, but when i do Popeye's is 1 out of the 2 fast food restaurants i patronize, and those fried apple pies are a meal topper for me.






Posted By: cheech

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 12/19/14 09:02 PM

Originally Posted By: pizzaboy
Originally Posted By: njcapo35
PB, did you ever get down to Popeye's and try out the fried apple pies?

Not yet, NJ. We leave for Florida on the 5th. I'll get back to you when I try them. Because like I said, the Popeye's down south are far superior to the franchises up here.



The ones up here are gross. And you know what I mean.
Posted By: pimpanella

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 12/20/14 05:40 AM

Originally Posted By: pizzaboy
Originally Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas
Easy food tonight. Corned beef hash cakes, chips and chilli beans!!

Jesus Chirst, Yogi. Your poor wife. I hope you sleep with the windows AND the doors open.


If he farts it might lift him out of the bed and he'll go through the ceiling
Posted By: pizzaboy

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 12/20/14 01:13 PM

Originally Posted By: cheech
Originally Posted By: pizzaboy
Originally Posted By: njcapo35
PB, did you ever get down to Popeye's and try out the fried apple pies?

Not yet, NJ. We leave for Florida on the 5th. I'll get back to you when I try them. Because like I said, the Popeye's down south are far superior to the franchises up here.



The ones up here are gross. And you know what I mean.

You mean to tell me that the new one off the Post Road in Bridgeport isn't suitable for family functions? whistle
Posted By: PetroPirelli

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 12/24/14 02:14 AM

Sausage & Rigatoni. Glass of red. Buon appetit!
Posted By: cheech

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 12/26/14 02:00 PM

Originally Posted By: pizzaboy
Originally Posted By: cheech
Originally Posted By: pizzaboy
Originally Posted By: njcapo35
PB, did you ever get down to Popeye's and try out the fried apple pies?

Not yet, NJ. We leave for Florida on the 5th. I'll get back to you when I try them. Because like I said, the Popeye's down south are far superior to the franchises up here.



The ones up here are gross. And you know what I mean.

You mean to tell me that the new one off the Post Road in Bridgeport isn't suitable for family functions? whistle



Hahahahahah. Just saw this. You still taking down twelve packs of Peroni and driving up and down 95? I thought we talked about this? lol
Posted By: bronx

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 12/27/14 09:50 AM

just had frutta de mare for breakfast..the more days it sits the better
Posted By: TheRedZone

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/11/15 07:10 PM

Did a huge batch of meat sauce with calabrian pork meatballs recipe I just found, turned out to be very good!
Posted By: njcapo35

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/11/15 07:27 PM

Just made a BIG pot of escarole & beans..with a plate of spaghetti(perciatelli) and some beef braciole. Can't forget the 2 day old bread for the soup.
Posted By: DuesPaid

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/11/15 08:13 PM

Usually have a pot of sauce with all the goods in it today but the Kitchen Queen is down with the flu.

So I roasted a cut up chicken with veggies and potato, It came out great and she loved it.

DP
Posted By: pimpanella

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/18/15 08:15 PM

Posted By: njcapo35

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/20/15 02:17 PM

Tonight i'm going to make an Italian hotdog, "Jimmy Buff style."

For those who don't know, Jimmy Buff's is an iconic hotdog/sausage joint that originated from the Newark area in the 1930's. Dickie D's was also another place famous for their hotdogs. I still get out and grab one every once in awhile, good stuff. I gotta tell you, it will stop your heart tho. They fry everything in soybean oil.



http://www.jimmybuff.com/display.php?page=home
Posted By: Mark

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/20/15 08:26 PM

I saw that Jimmy Buff place on one of those best hot dog places on cable and it looked pretty great, njcapo.
Posted By: njcapo35

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/20/15 09:07 PM

Yeah, it's not bad Mark. Being from the area, i've eaten quite a few of them. Do they have that kind of style in Chicago?

I know you guys have that place called the "Wiener Circle", where they curse at you and talk smack while you're trying to place your order. Funny stuff going on over there. Call me crazy, but I would like to visit that joint one day tho.
Posted By: Mark

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/20/15 09:18 PM

Wiener Circle mainly does that over night to screw with the drunks. Funny stuff. A couple of years ago Conan O'Brien came to the city and sent Triumph to the hot dog place... enjoy!

https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=LhSWYFgYgqQ
Posted By: njcapo35

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/20/15 09:24 PM

Lmao!...Thanks for the post, Mark
Posted By: Alfanosgirl

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/20/15 10:56 PM

I have been meaning to put this up keep forgetting. Has anyone ever eaten Quinoa? My friend made quinoa soup and I made enchiladas.

Quinoa



Quinoa was important to the diet of pre-Columbian Andean civilizations.[16] Quinoa grain has been called a superfood,[17] a term which is not in common use by dietitians and nutrition scientists. Protein content is very high for a cereal/pseudo-cereal (14% by mass), but not as high as most beans and legumes. The protein content per 100 calories is higher than brown rice, potatoes, barley and millet, but is less than wild rice and oats.[18] Nutritional evaluations indicate that quinoa is a source of complete protein.[19][20][21] Other sources claim its protein is not complete but relatively high in essential amino acids.[22]
Posted By: XDCX

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/20/15 11:37 PM

I found a Portillo's in Buena Park. I ordered two Italian beef sandwiches with hot peppers, dipped in gravy.

I'm a happy camper.
Posted By: Signor Vitelli

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/22/15 05:36 AM

Beef braised in Guinness.

Haven't made that for awhile. My ladyfriend is returning from a vacation in Ireland this evening, so I thought I'd surprise her.


Signor V.
Posted By: Footreads

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/22/15 08:09 AM

Macroni Pie, baked ziti, wine red & white, salad, soda pillsbury dinner rolls, italian bread. Cake and cookies.

My youngest sons birthday 37 my daughter the communist called him and my oldest daughter got in from Rome at 7pm and got to the house at 8:30 to celebrate her birthday with my little Mia.

Wife even made Pastafugi for later today.

My youngest brought over his girl friend that he met in Jujitsu class a doctor. Freaking kid lucked out she smart and gorgeous.
Posted By: njcapo35

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/22/15 12:25 PM

Originally Posted By: Footreads
Macroni Pie, baked ziti, wine red & white, salad, soda pillsbury dinner rolls, italian bread. Cake and cookies.

My youngest sons birthday 37 my daughter the communist called him and my oldest daughter got in from Rome at 7pm and got to the house at 8:30 to celebrate her birthday with my little Mia.

Wife even made Pastafugi for later today.

My youngest brought over his girl friend that he met in Jujitsu class a doctor. Freaking kid lucked out she smart and gorgeous.



That's nice Foot, Enjoy the festivities.


Making the usual, Mac's with some meatballs i just got done cooking and a garden salad with fresh Mozz. For dessert, i bought Tortoni from Nasto's in Newark. Good place!


Check em out.. http://www.nastosicecream.com/

Posted By: Mark

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/23/15 07:34 PM

Fried chicken, sweet potato fries and cole slaw tonight. Good stuff.
Posted By: phillyloves

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/23/15 10:20 PM

My mom used to make cabbage rolls as a kid I didn't like them later, they weren't quite so bad.
Posted By: Footreads

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/24/15 02:53 AM

As a kid I did not like home made ravioli. I did not like homemade italian cheesecake. I must have been out of my mind. My mother used to make them from scratch she even made home made italian lemon ice.

That is really the one thing I miss about her the food.

She used to make her own bread. My brother and I used to laugh when she cut the bread. She would hold the bread against her bussom when she cut it with a big knife. We thought she would cut her breast off while cutting it.
Posted By: thedudeabides87

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/25/15 12:53 PM

Went to a good South African restaurant called Madiba on 46 W 116th
Posted By: Moe_Tilden

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/25/15 01:46 PM

Where I am living at the moment has an Italian quarter. Some real good earthy Italian food and authentic Italian service. It's getting rave reviews.
Posted By: Mark

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/25/15 07:23 PM

Tonight we are having "grammar school lunch". Breaded chicken patties on a hamburger bun with cheese, tater tots, corn and sliced peaches.

I'm going to behave, eat all my lunch and hope Mrs. Mark will play with me at recess.

grin
Posted By: njcapo35

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/25/15 11:10 PM

Originally Posted By: Mark
Tonight we are having "grammar school lunch". Breaded chicken patties on a hamburger bun with cheese, tater tots, corn and sliced peaches.
grin


I remember those lunches, Mark..They never made the tots crispy enough, they were always soggy...and the patties were harder than hockey pucks.


Tonight i just had some pizza and a salad.
Posted By: DuesPaid

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/27/15 06:20 PM

Peteza...

Have not had a Sicilian pie in long time.
Posted By: Mark

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/27/15 06:48 PM

Originally Posted By: XDCX
I found a Portillo's in Buena Park. I ordered two Italian beef sandwiches with hot peppers, dipped in gravy.

I'm a happy camper.

Portillo's... a fat man's Kryptonite. We usually stop at the one in Bolingbrook on our way to the city. Yummy stuff!
Posted By: DuesPaid

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/27/15 07:02 PM

Nice , that looks awesome.
Posted By: Alfanosgirl

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/27/15 07:25 PM

Forget fish, it's meat what's for dinner. Looks so good Mark.
Posted By: Mark

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/27/15 07:27 PM

Originally Posted By: Alfanosgirl
Forget fish, it's meat what's for dinner. Looks so good Mark.

It is so good, AG. The smell of that place should be made into an air freshener or candle!
Posted By: Alfanosgirl

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/27/15 07:34 PM

Originally Posted By: Mark
Originally Posted By: Alfanosgirl
Forget fish, it's meat what's for dinner. Looks so good Mark.

It is so good, AG. The smell of that place should be made into an air freshener or candle!



smile I can actually go get one XDCX said he found one here. I'm going to go get one next week. Can't wait.
Posted By: Mark

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/27/15 07:47 PM

Originally Posted By: Alfanosgirl
Originally Posted By: Mark
Originally Posted By: Alfanosgirl
Forget fish, it's meat what's for dinner. Looks so good Mark.

It is so good, AG. The smell of that place should be made into an air freshener or candle!



smile I can actually go get one XDCX said he found one here. I'm going to go get one next week. Can't wait.

Try the Chicago Style Hot Dog and the Italian Beef... I always get the big beef with extra gravy. I don't like mine dipped.
Posted By: Alfanosgirl

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/27/15 07:51 PM

Sounds delicious. I'm going to go there extra hungry and order just what you suggested.
Posted By: Mark

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/27/15 07:54 PM

Originally Posted By: Alfanosgirl
Sounds delicious. I'm going to go there extra hungry and order just what you suggested.

Enjoy, but you may have to climb a few stairs the next day. wink

http://www.portillos.com/portillos/menu/
Posted By: Mark

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/28/15 06:30 PM

Mrs. Mark made her famous homemade Chicken & Dumplings with mashed potatoes and gravy.

Looks like a lot of stair climbing this week!
Posted By: thedudeabides87

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 03/06/15 04:35 PM

I made this last night


Quinoa and lentils, the seasoning I used was a take on Moroccan spices:
Onion powder
Garlic powder
Chili powder
Cumin
Cayenne pepper
Paprika
Italian mix seasoning
Nutmeg
Cinnamon

For the beats I drizzled a little olive oil, salt and peppered then put them in the oven at 400 for about an hour

I made a Horseradish mustard sauce to put on the beats:
Apple cider vinegar
Horseradish
Spicy brown mustard
Olive oil
salt and pepper
Posted By: njcapo35

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 03/09/15 10:49 PM

I had some porkchopsh and appleshaush...ain't that shwell.
Posted By: Mark

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 04/16/15 06:27 PM

Chinese take out tonight. Pepper steak, egg drop soup and sweet & our chicken. Yummy!
Posted By: Footreads

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 04/16/15 07:39 PM

What did I eat tonight?

Matzah ball soup with noodles and carrots.
Hungarian goulash with sweet carrots and mashed potatoes with gravey from a local Jewish deli Mill basin deli.

dr.browns black cherry diet soda
Posted By: DuesPaid

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 05/13/15 06:44 PM

Spagetti and Meatballs

Wife made Sauce

Meatballs, sausage, Braciole
Posted By: DuesPaid

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 05/19/15 11:06 PM

Sliced up a small shell steak and put it in a small wrap dressed with guaq, grilled peppers and onions.

Made four little fajitas, wife love it.

Better than any of that resturant junk.

Washed it down with a Founders IPA, she had a Caffree D Coke.
Posted By: afriendofours

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 05/20/15 03:22 PM

McDonalds, and now im kinda wishing i didn't.

Some large Arizona Nacho's Grande burger, wasn't that great.

The post McDonalds regret.
Posted By: DuesPaid

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 05/20/15 08:19 PM

Bubba Bacon Cheesburgers on the grill.

Not bad.

Some Utz Red Hot Potato chips and cold beer
Posted By: Mikey_Sunset

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 05/21/15 05:42 PM

I'm going to Original Joe's in North Beach. It's going to be clam mania for me! A bowl of their New England chowder - one of the best in San Francisco followed by linguine vongole (white sauce).

Then tomorrow it's back to whatever Safeway has for "$5 Friday."
Posted By: DuesPaid

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 05/22/15 12:11 AM

Originally Posted By: Mikey_Sunset
I'm going to Original Joe's in North Beach. It's going to be clam mania for me! A bowl of their New England chowder - one of the best in San Francisco followed by linguine vongole (white sauce).

Then tomorrow it's back to whatever Safeway has for "$5 Friday."


Nice.
Posted By: DuesPaid

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 05/25/15 12:10 AM

Niece home from College and requested my Wings.

I of course accomodated with a full tray of my BBQ'd dressed wings.




Posted By: Mark

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 06/04/15 06:53 PM


Taco Pizza tonight. Good stuff!

Posted By: Alfanosgirl

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 06/08/15 11:11 PM

That looks good Mark. I hardly eat fast food but it was 90 here today so didn't want to cook. So, I ate this burger from Carl's called El Diablo (the devil) It looks totally disgusting but man was it good. It's got the evil meat, bacon, straight up jalapeños, and jalapeño poppers in it that oozes out sinful spiciness and cheese. Every bite I took had to be at least 100 calories each but it was GOOOOOD GOOOOOOOD Spicy HOT Meaty GOOD. My mouth is on fire and my belly is full. I can take a nice nonni nap right now.
Posted By: njcapo35

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 07/08/15 10:42 PM



Take-Out, tonight (Uncle Vinnie's)

Had a calamari salad for starters and the entree was Flounder Francese..Excellent choices!
Posted By: Mark

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 07/09/15 10:15 PM

Pizza from our favorite pizza parlor. Great stuff and it never disappoints!
Posted By: DuesPaid

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 07/10/15 02:35 AM

Home Early, BBQ'd a cut up chicken I picked up.

Did not marinate it but cooked it so slow and dressed it with hickory / hot sauce mix, for hour and a half, turning it often, came out great....wife loves when I do this.

Posted By: Alfanosgirl

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 07/10/15 06:24 AM

Made sausage and peppers with potatoes. Good for dinner and even better with eggs for breakfast.

Posted By: DuesPaid

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 07/10/15 02:30 PM

Very nice A, that is a Winner!
Posted By: NickyEyes1

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 07/11/15 06:33 AM

Originally Posted By: Mark
Pizza from our favorite pizza parlor. Great stuff and it never disappoints!

Where from, Mark?
Posted By: DuesPaid

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 07/20/15 02:54 AM

I just ate a few more pieces of Eggplant, could not resist these moulinyan beautie's from my garden.

Fried up perfectly after being treated, we give them the treatment for a few hours after being sliced thin as paper and before breading and fryin.

The treatment is a soaking of milk in a bowl with a smaller heavier bowl laid over them, pressing on them for some reason or another.
Not sure what the heck its all about but damn they are good.

They end up with sauce and and a little cheese.

This year they have become my Favorite dish.
Posted By: Footreads

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 07/22/15 08:28 AM

Check out this video on YouTube:

http://youtu.be/892WZiLO_JE
Posted By: DuesPaid

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 07/23/15 03:35 PM

That guy is hysterical.

Very funnie.

Reminds me of guy from the old neighborhood, fuckin guy is always angry, at everything and everybody, but at the same time know how to be funnie and have a good time also.

Funnie Shit.
Posted By: DuesPaid

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 08/07/15 10:19 PM

A couple of Marinated Porterhouse Steaks off the grill.

Did a overnight marinade of Wistershire, garlic, onion and some Chipolte tabassco.

Wife made a Zuccinni Pie for a side and a few cut up Tomato from the garden with mottzi balls. The t & m were drizzled and sprinkled of cource with oil and Oregano.
Posted By: Mark

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 08/07/15 10:32 PM

Dues - serious question... what exactly is matzo balls and what do they taste like? I saw a show about food and they showed a chicken soup with matzo balls and it looked delicious.

What are they?
Posted By: DuesPaid

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 08/08/15 12:18 AM

Originally Posted By: Mark
Dues - serious question... what exactly is matzo balls and what do they taste like? I saw a show about food and they showed a chicken soup with matzo balls and it looked delicious.

What are they?


LoL, those are different then what I was talkin about.

I meant Mozzarella Cheese balls, "fresh mottzie" my friends or locals around me call it. Or Muetts. Its a slang or short way of sayin it.

The Motzo Ball, like in motzo Soup..... thats a huge bread ball in a chicken broth, they make it like a big bread meatball.
Posted By: Mark

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 08/08/15 03:11 AM

Originally Posted By: DuesPaid
Originally Posted By: Mark
Dues - serious question... what exactly is matzo balls and what do they taste like? I saw a show about food and they showed a chicken soup with matzo balls and it looked delicious.

What are they?


LoL, those are different then what I was talkin about.

I meant Mozzarella Cheese balls, "fresh mottzie" my friends or locals around me call it. Or Muetts. Its a slang or short way of sayin it.

The Motzo Ball, like in motzo Soup..... thats a huge bread ball in a chicken broth, they make it like a big bread meatball.


lol Yeah, swing and a miss on that one for sure. My bad! lol

Thanks for the info, Dues.
Posted By: helenwheels

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 08/08/15 11:49 PM

tonight i made straccetti di manzo con rughetta. It's thin sliced steak in a salad of arugula and shallots with a balsamic/red wine vinegar dressing.
Posted By: DuesPaid

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 08/12/15 02:00 AM

Originally Posted By: helenwheels
tonight i made straccetti di manzo con rughetta. It's thin sliced steak in a salad of arugula and shallots with a balsamic/red wine vinegar dressing.


Very Nice.

I like this, I will do it. I will Q a fillet and dress it like this.

Nice summer dish.

Thanks Wheels
Posted By: DuesPaid

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 08/12/15 02:06 AM

Originally Posted By: Mark
Originally Posted By: DuesPaid
Originally Posted By: Mark
Dues - serious question... what exactly is matzo balls and what do they taste like? I saw a show about food and they showed a chicken soup with matzo balls and it looked delicious.

What are they?


LoL, those are different then what I was talkin about.

I meant Mozzarella Cheese balls, "fresh mottzie" my friends or locals around me call it. Or Muetts. Its a slang or short way of sayin it.

The Motzo Ball, like in motzo Soup..... thats a huge bread ball in a chicken broth, they make it like a big bread meatball.


lol Yeah, swing and a miss on that one for sure. My bad! lol

Thanks for the info, Dues.


Not at all, it was me ....I shuda wrote Mozzarella to be clear.
I like to write the way I speak sometimes, its fun.

I dont put it on, I can be a little rough around the edges sometimes but when I need to be tighter or reeled in , I can pull it off when needed.

LoL
Posted By: helenwheels

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 08/12/15 02:36 AM

Originally Posted By: DuesPaid
Originally Posted By: helenwheels
tonight i made straccetti di manzo con rughetta. It's thin sliced steak in a salad of arugula and shallots with a balsamic/red wine vinegar dressing.


Very Nice.

I like this, I will do it. I will Q a fillet and dress it like this.

Nice summer dish.

Thanks Wheels


Anytime. smile It's really easy to make, heat a little olive oil in a pan, throw in some chopped shallots let them soften for a minute or two, then add some balsamic and regular red wine vinegar and let it boil for 5-7 minutes. Pour on top of the steak and arugula.
Posted By: afriendofours

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 08/17/15 06:04 PM

Enchiladas tonight...
Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 08/21/15 03:37 PM

Sausage carbonara tonight, with a nice olive bread to accompany and a delicious vanilla cheese cake for afters cool
Posted By: DuesPaid

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 08/23/15 01:32 AM

Originally Posted By: Yogi Barrabbas
Sausage carbonara tonight, with a nice olive bread to accompany and a delicious vanilla cheese cake for afters cool


Thats is A winner Sir.

cool
Posted By: Footreads

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 08/23/15 02:05 AM

Just got back from Gargiulo's near Coney Island food is always good here.

Get this 4 couples total years married 190 years smile
Posted By: DuesPaid

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 08/23/15 02:48 AM

Originally Posted By: Footreads
Just got back from Gargiulo's near Coney Island food is always good here.

Get this 4 couples total years married 190 years smile


Nice, good solid people with that number.

Do they still let you pull a ticket for the winning number with check?
wink
Posted By: Footreads

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 08/23/15 05:38 AM

Yes I never saw anyone win that. We were at the table talking for 6 hours. So we gave the waiter 50 percent tip. So he would not lose any money.

Normally I don't talk a lot with them. They are my wife's friends not mine.

This guy John went right to flight training straight out of HS during Vietnam. Helicopter pilot air cav. Training is going fine but his vision was a little less then perfect. So they tried to talk him out. Guy tells him life expecting was 2 weeks in that. He tells him I don't care. So they let him stay in.


He becomes a big hero. He writes a book about it "born in Brooklyn raised in the Air cav"
Posted By: DuesPaid

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 08/25/15 03:03 AM

Originally Posted By: Footreads
Yes I never saw anyone win that. We were at the table talking for 6 hours. So we gave the waiter 50 percent tip. So he would not lose any money.

Normally I don't talk a lot with them. They are my wife's friends not mine.

This guy John went right to flight training straight out of HS during Vietnam. Helicopter pilot air cav. Training is going fine but his vision was a little less then perfect. So they tried to talk him out. Guy tells him life expecting was 2 weeks in that. He tells him I don't care. So they let him stay in.


He becomes a big hero. He writes a book about it "born in Brooklyn raised in the Air cav"


Nice, I will check that book out.
Posted By: hoodlum

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 08/25/15 03:09 AM

Originally Posted By: DuesPaid
Originally Posted By: Footreads
Yes I never saw anyone win that. We were at the table talking for 6 hours. So we gave the waiter 50 percent tip. So he would not lose any money.

Normally I don't talk a lot with them. They are my wife's friends not mine.

This guy John went right to flight training straight out of HS during Vietnam. Helicopter pilot air cav. Training is going fine but his vision was a little less then perfect. So they tried to talk him out. Guy tells him life expecting was 2 weeks in that. He tells him I don't care. So they let him stay in.


He becomes a big hero. He writes a book about it "born in Brooklyn raised in the Air cav"


Nice, I will check that book out.
can one of you guy's tell me how to start a new post ..im kinda new at this..
Posted By: DuesPaid

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 08/25/15 06:26 PM

Search the threads for the topic you are interested in and click on reply.
If you like you can click quote, so it attaches the post you are responding to.

If you are interested in starting a Thread / Topic, do a search to be sure its not already out there. The Forum page displays Topics and threads.

Enjoy.

Posted By: hoodlum

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 08/26/15 07:37 AM

Originally Posted By: DuesPaid
Search the threads for the topic you are interested in and click on reply.
If you like you can click quote, so it attaches the post you are responding to.

If you are interested in starting a Thread / Topic, do a search to be sure its not already out there. The Forum page displays Topics and threads.

Enjoy.

thanks
Posted By: bigboy

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/13/15 09:06 PM

Stuffed thick cut pork chops and mashed potatoes
Posted By: DuesPaid

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/14/15 11:59 PM

What did you stuff em with?
Posted By: DuesPaid

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/27/15 02:22 AM

Wife Made a Pete Za, So Good.



Posted By: njcapo35

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 11/01/15 04:35 PM

Macaroni's (cellentani) with homemade meatballs and pork braciole. Can't forget the pane and a garden salad topped with fresh sliced mozz....Remember, when cooking, always start off your meal with a nice glass of wine, not for the food for the cook. Salute!...Wine is the "Juice of Life"
Posted By: Footreads

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 11/10/15 02:58 PM

I love macaroni in the morning for breakfast. I don't have any left over left damn it.

Too early to order something now double damn it.

I am pissed off.
Posted By: DuesPaid

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 11/10/15 06:57 PM

Make Some More
Posted By: Footreads

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 11/10/15 07:11 PM

Ordered rice balls from landi's not macaroni but the next best thing.
Posted By: DuesPaid

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 11/11/15 12:36 AM

Landi's on Ave N. ?
Posted By: Footreads

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 11/11/15 01:59 AM

Yes
Posted By: DuesPaid

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 11/12/15 12:19 AM

Nice, is Gennaro's still on Ave N?

Further down, off 48th St. towards Flatbush ave.

Both were very good, Landi's better.

The good old DAYZ.
Posted By: Footreads

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 11/12/15 05:54 AM

Remember derisi's bowling equipment place. I used to buy bowling balls from them.

Or the night club on ave n. It was owned by a local capo, he also owned alliata bakery and the pizza place right next to it.

One night I am leaving the night club. I get hit from behind I guess the guy did not like me. He hit me with a slap Jack. I am dizzy but knew I better not go down or might never get up. So I am leaning against the wall fending the guy off. Then my friend Sonny see's it and jumps him from behind.

We did a job on him. Remember good fellas when DeNiro is kicking Billy's batts in the face. That is what I did to that guy. I had to throw away my shoes after that full of blood. Then we robbed him and left.

I still have a mark on my forehead from that.
Posted By: DuesPaid

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 11/14/15 03:20 AM

Yup.

They busted that place up, fed found he was shipping H in the espresso machines.
Posted By: njcapo35

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 11/14/15 05:09 PM

Originally Posted By: DuesPaid
Yup.

They busted that place up, fed found he was shipping H in the espresso machines.


John Notaro's place. He was involved with the "French Connection" smuggling operation.



Bacon cheese burgers on the grill , with homemade potato salad and roasted asparagus.
Posted By: Alfanosgirl

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 11/15/15 12:29 AM

Just finished eating at Chart House in Weehawken. Delicious food. I had the blackened salmon with Baja topping of sautéed shrimp avocado corn salsa. Views of the city were beautiful. smile
Posted By: DuesPaid

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 11/18/15 05:34 AM

Originally Posted By: Alfanosgirl
Just finished eating at Chart House in Weehawken. Delicious food. I had the blackened salmon with Baja topping of sautéed shrimp avocado corn salsa. Views of the city were beautiful. smile


Nice, enjoy your Visit Ace.

I just left MidTown / Flatiron, did a place called Belgium Cafe on 5TH.
Been there before, very good.
Posted By: Alfanosgirl

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 11/18/15 05:35 PM

Sounds great DP. It's so wonderful you have so many great restaurants to choose from.
Posted By: DuesPaid

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 11/18/15 10:58 PM

Originally Posted By: Alfanosgirl
Sounds great DP. It's so wonderful you have so many great restaurants to choose from.



I do like that, but mostly favor a few and go to those often.
Posted By: DuesPaid

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/21/16 03:12 AM

Japanese Resturant tonight, don't usually go for this but when I do I really enjoy it.

Shanghai juicey bun dumplings

Spicy yellowtail roll

Huge bowl of Udon chicken shrimp noodle soup
Posted By: hoodlum

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/22/16 06:00 AM

Originally Posted By: DuesPaid
Japanese Resturant tonight, don't usually go for this but when I do I really enjoy it.

Shanghai juicey bun dumplings

Spicy yellowtail roll

Huge bowl of Udon chicken shrimp noodle soup
YES, Dues, if u get the buns done right,it's a burst of love ...the wife & i do it all the time ...w/ peking duck..& Pho..
Posted By: DuesPaid

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/24/16 02:04 AM

Originally Posted By: hoodlum
Originally Posted By: DuesPaid
Japanese Resturant tonight, don't usually go for this but when I do I really enjoy it.

Shanghai juicey bun dumplings

Spicy yellowtail roll

Huge bowl of Udon chicken shrimp noodle soup
YES, Dues, if u get the buns done right,it's a burst of love ...the wife & i do it all the time ...w/ peking duck..& Pho..


Nice hood, I'm lookin forward to going again soon. Wife and I went with another couple and they were not sure how or what to Oder so I went with many different items for the table and everyone enjoyed them all.

Enjoy.
Posted By: hoodlum

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/26/16 05:28 AM

Originally Posted By: DuesPaid
Originally Posted By: hoodlum
Originally Posted By: DuesPaid
Japanese Resturant tonight, don't usually go for this but when I do I really enjoy it.

Shanghai juicey bun dumplings

Spicy yellowtail roll

Huge bowl of Udon chicken shrimp noodle soup
YES, Dues, if u get the buns done right,it's a burst of love ...the wife & i do it all the time ...w/ peking duck..& Pho..


Nice hood, I'm lookin forward to going again soon. Wife and I went with another couple and they were not sure how or what to Oder so I went with many different items for the table and everyone enjoyed them all.

Enjoy.

U can't go wrong w/ peking duck or yellowtail,specially if it's made 2 ur specs or leave it 2 the chef (2 na)..spider roll & Toro,,whoa dude ..plus darkmeat like some duck??forgetaboutit.....
Posted By: DuesPaid

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/27/16 12:59 AM

That duck is on the list for sure next time.
This guy makes it with a gran monier glaze.

A couple of steaks on the menu for this weekend.

Have a great weekend.
Posted By: hoodlum

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/28/16 03:54 AM

Originally Posted By: DuesPaid
That duck is on the list for sure next time.
This guy makes it with a gran monier glaze.

A couple of steaks on the menu for this weekend.

Have a great weekend.



Thanx,Dues.. but back again 2 tell u 'bout a nice home date w/ the wife.. Baked Brie( wrapped in puff pastry),warm Tellegio cheese,Danish Bleu,& Fontinella all rounded on garlic crostini's..w/sliced apples,pears,grilled figs,honey,& last but not least an unassuming 2009 Bordeaux Rocher Rose. Perfect,& then love still after 14 yrs.
Posted By: DuesPaid

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/29/16 02:35 AM

Holy Hood, living large man. No wonder your 14yrs. Congrats.
Well done Sir.

I actually had a really nice blend today, a rose.

We had another two couples over for a brunch.
Famous friends, no ones actually famous but we are all each others biggest fans.

After way too much food the wine was in every room. The women were drinking white and enjoying it as me the guys were drinking the rose, I told them not to let them know how good it was or they would take some.

They caught on and the white went away, we had plenty of the blend.
Great day of food and friends.
Posted By: thedudeabides87

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 03/09/16 03:27 AM

Made clam, parsley, garlic and lemon pizza tonight

2 cans chopped clams
1 tablespoon clam juice
¼ cup EVOO
2 teaspoons minced garlic
&#8532; cups chopped fresh Italian parsley leaves
½ cup freshly grated parmigiano reggiano cheese
2 teaspoons dried oregano
Zest of 1 lemon
Posted By: hoodlum

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 03/09/16 04:36 AM

Originally Posted By: thedudeabides87
Made clam, parsley, garlic and lemon pizza tonight

2 cans chopped clams
1 tablespoon clam juice
¼ cup EVOO
2 teaspoons minced garlic
&#8532; cups chopped fresh Italian parsley leaves
½ cup freshly grated parmigiano reggiano cheese
2 teaspoons dried oregano
Zest of 1 lemon

But what kind of crust holds all that love,i wanna make this @ home..
Posted By: thedudeabides87

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 03/10/16 01:08 AM

This was the final product. Not the best pizza maker but it was good

Posted By: Beanshooter

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 03/10/16 01:18 AM

That looks good dude. Wht did you chase it down with? Vino or beer?
Posted By: thedudeabides87

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 03/10/16 01:50 AM

I had a few Sierra Nevada IPA's
Posted By: Beanshooter

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 03/10/16 01:53 AM

Nice!
Posted By: hoodlum

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 03/10/16 02:11 AM

Originally Posted By: thedudeabides87
This was the final product. Not the best pizza maker but it was good

I see that it is a thicker crust, looks delish..but what was the foundation of the crust?..traditional flour & egg or h2o ..any baking soda..cornmeal..anyways ....I'm on my way 2 ur joint 4 a slice..b there any minute.
Posted By: thedudeabides87

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 03/11/16 11:59 AM

It was store bought dough, my brother picked up a different libs that we usually VP with. It was a little doughy but I will definitely make it again
Posted By: DuesPaid

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 03/14/16 03:09 AM

Looks really good Dude.

I have used the store dough, it comes in a little bag, pretty good.

I hit it with a little flour and roll it out thin to cover a cookie sheet.
Posted By: thedudeabides87

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 04/14/16 10:52 PM

Made Spicy Sweet Potato and Green Rice Burrito Bowls

Got the recipe from this site, made a few changes but loyal for the most part

Really good, lots of flavor
Posted By: thedudeabides87

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 04/21/16 02:03 AM

Made a brussels sprouts and balsamic red onions pizza

Posted By: hoodlum

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 04/22/16 03:14 AM

Originally Posted By: thedudeabides87
Made a brussels sprouts and balsamic red onions pizza That is def different,I would absolutely chomp on that!& 2 think ,it all go's 2 gether,maybe add some bacon 2..

Posted By: njcapo35

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 04/23/16 10:21 PM

Going to my little hideaway out in Raritan...Good food and portions. NO BYOB...Sorry, Dante.

Also, Uncle Vinnie's Clam Bar, if you're into seafood. Hands Down!

Posted By: DuesPaid

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 04/25/16 02:37 AM

Originally Posted By: thedudeabides87
Made a brussels sprouts and balsamic red onions pizza

Nice, is that a different dough?, looks like wheat.


Originally Posted By: njcapo35
Going to my little hideaway out in Raritan...Good food and portions. NO BYOB...Sorry, Dante.

Also, Uncle Vinnie's Clam Bar, if you're into seafood. Hands Down!

Cool.

Posted By: thedudeabides87

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 04/25/16 02:40 AM

Yes it is wheat dough, taste better IMO
Posted By: njcapo35

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 04/25/16 03:17 AM

Originally Posted By: DuesPaid
Cool.


What's up, Dues..everything good?..Thanks, had a nice time. Ordered the Eggplant parm with a side of Stellas, you know.
Posted By: DuesPaid

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 04/27/16 12:34 AM

Yes Sir.

All good NJC , love the Stella's when on tap.
Perroni on tap really good also.
Posted By: njcapo35

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 05/03/16 01:29 PM

Good to hear, Dues..Can't wait for the weather to get warmer, so I can go out on the boat and do some fishin'.

Headed to Mia Famiglia(Italian deli in Millburn) to pick up some raviolis, bread and prosciutto for dinner tonight. If you're from the area, stop in. Small joint packed with fresh goods. http://www.miafamigliainc.com/index.php3
Posted By: njcapo35

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 06/01/16 09:35 PM

Throwing a couple of Ribeyes on the grill and washing it down with a few Heinekens.
Posted By: SicilianDownSouth

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 09/05/16 12:04 AM

Cooking a massive pot of suga and having penne rigati pasta. My five year old daughter helped me with it. Love having her beside me watching and learning how to make the food that I learned from my father and his mother.
Posted By: DuesPaid

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/05/18 03:42 AM

Wife made a pot of Chili served over mini Shells.
Special treat, she usually makes pots of sauce and soups but rarely chili.

It was outstanding for a blizzard day. Had a ball clearing snow in front and back and then hammering some spicy chili.
Posted By: DuesPaid

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/07/18 10:53 PM

Picked up a 16pc. Kentucky Fuck Dinner for the Bills Game.

Only four of us but most of it, other than 3 pieces were downed.

We call KFC {Kentucky fuck} not sure why, but everyone says they do not like it but when I get it , they devour it.

It was fun.
Posted By: DuesPaid

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/12/18 11:58 PM

Pasta Badon.

It’s a great meatless Friday Dinner.
Posted By: hoodlum

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/15/18 05:17 PM

Tonight,the wife asked & thou shalt receive Butter Chicken over coconut rice, a classic Indian dish w/ mild spiciness,we used 2 like things w/ more zip to them,but age ,I think, regresses that..although I still like soups that open up ur head ,like Vietnamese Pho & Thai dishes,(curries etc.)
Posted By: DuesPaid

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/15/18 06:16 PM

I like that also, Spicey..... not so much the Coconut rice but its very popular, the chics like it.

Posted By: hoodlum

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/28/18 09:48 PM

My old lady requested something I do @ my job as Sous Chef..on the menu ,we have what is called a Warm bean salad w/sicilian prawns,,Canellini beans sauteed w/ minced onion & garlic,fresh oregano,parsley, artichoke hearts,pepper flake,a little shrimp stock to de-glaze the pan & white wine reduced down 2 a 3rd & in the last minutes,,heads on prawns!! She Loves me & I her.....food is great 4 a couple that luv it.
Posted By: hoodlum

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/29/18 08:04 PM

Oh Shit ...my WIFE caught eye of this post & screamed "OLD LADY"?..I must apologize,,my WIFE is not old nor undesireable...she is in fact a very hot young looking 50s something chick who looks like a red headed Shirley Temple who still gets catcalls from idiots when she walks down the street or the construction dudes @ her job.I apologize from the bottom of my heart babe..lustfully yours, Hoods.
Posted By: DuesPaid

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/30/18 01:37 AM

Originally Posted by hoodlum
My old lady requested something I do @ my job as Sous Chef..on the menu ,we have what is called a Warm bean salad w/sicilian prawns,,Canellini beans sauteed w/ minced onion & garlic,fresh oregano,parsley, artichoke hearts,pepper flake,a little shrimp stock to de-glaze the pan & white wine reduced down 2 a 3rd & in the last minutes,,heads on prawns!! She Loves me & I her.....food is great 4 a couple that luv it.


That must be fantastic, sounds great.

Originally Posted by hoodlum
Oh Shit ...my WIFE caught eye of this post & screamed "OLD LADY"?..I must apologize,,my WIFE is not old nor undesireable...she is in fact a very hot young looking 50s something chick who looks like a red headed Shirley Temple who still gets catcalls from idiots when she walks down the street or the construction dudes @ her job.I apologize from the bottom of my heart babe..lustfully yours, Hoods.



Good MAN
Posted By: DuesPaid

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/23/18 08:53 PM

Baked macaroni and cheese in the oven.

Made a Potato leek soup as well.
Plan on hammering the soup all weekend.
Posted By: hoodlum

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/24/18 11:51 PM

Baked ham w/pomegranite glaze, parsnip mashed potatoes & fresh brussel sprout leaves sauteed w/bacon & onions 2nite
Posted By: DuesPaid

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/25/18 01:14 AM

Originally Posted by hoodlum
Baked ham w/pomegranite glaze, parsnip mashed potatoes & fresh brussel sprout leaves sauteed w/bacon & onions 2nite


Holy smokes, we have a Winner.

That’s a nice menu Hood.

Enjoy
Posted By: DuesPaid

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 03/14/18 12:20 AM

Meatloaf, wife mixed up three meats ( pork lamb and beef) I think she adds a egg and some breadcrumbs.
A little franks hot sauce, salt pepper. Then stuffs the middle with muetts Cheese ( motsarella ).
Sometimes she uses Jalapeño Jack cheese, not tonight.
Potato’s and carrots in deep baking casserole crock for 1hr at 350

Came out great.
Posted By: Footreads

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 03/14/18 01:26 AM

I saw a comedian eating a big piece of baked ziti on youtube. With a glass of wine. Then people posted how good it looked or what no meatballs?

I said it is almost better then sex. But at my age I can’t have sex 21 Times a week. But Italian food that many times a week I can still do. There is nothing like Italian food for breakfast, lunch and dinner seven days a week.
Posted By: hoodlum

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 03/14/18 06:52 AM

Originally Posted by Footreads
I saw a comedian eating a big piece of baked ziti on youtube. With a glass of wine. Then people posted how good it looked or what no meatballs?

I said it is almost better then sex. But at my age I can’t have sex 21 Times a week. But Italian food that many times a week I can still do. There is nothing like Italian food for breakfast, lunch and dinner seven days a week.

U don't get heartburn?? I luv it 2 but I gotta watch my intake of red sauce, I'm better off mixing it up a bit,,,Aurora(blush), Aglio w/anchovies, capers & sicilian olives, Carbonara etc..
Posted By: hoodlum

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 03/14/18 07:00 AM

Made Fresh German bratwurst w/a ragout of carmelized onions,shredded pickled beets & cabbage,,w/ crispy 4cheese pierogies 2 nite.
Posted By: DuesPaid

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 03/15/18 01:51 AM

I’M dam sure the food you prepare is outstanding and I know your an outstanding Chef because you also describe the food and prep professionally.
Posted By: hoodlum

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 03/25/18 05:07 AM

Some nights, we have what we (the wife & I) call "fend nites"..meaning that each of us just fend 4 ourselves ,maybe 'cause one of us isn't hungry @ the same time as our significant other,,or don't know what were in the mood 4,,so 2nite was 1 of those nites..I got myself some thin sliced focaccia that was laying around, & layered it w/ some fresh mozz ,then thin slicing pepperoni, Cooper sharp ,a couple slices of Roma tomato then some Danielle Prosciutto ..a dash of granulated garlic & dried oregano, then folded that bad boy together & grilled it in a cast iron pan real slow in some duck fat...Man,was that shit bangin!..well, just throwing shit 2gether as I go along got me in trouble...I saw the look in my baby's eye & even though she already ate a bowl of healthy banana nut granola cereal,,gave her half of my sandwich then went 2 make another 4 us 2 split..now, I presume ill b making them more often,,so much for " fend nites".!
Posted By: DuesPaid

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 03/25/18 10:47 PM

That is a great story, love this.

Good man.
Posted By: DuesPaid

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 04/28/18 12:28 AM

Wife’s birthday, she loves Villa Lombardi Veal Parm.

So that’s what she got, I did a papadelle pasta with braised beef.
Posted By: MeyerLansky

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 04/28/18 01:02 AM

Originally Posted by DuesPaid
Wife’s birthday, she loves Villa Lombardi Veal Parm.

So that’s what she got, I did a papadelle pasta with braised beef.


happy birthday to your wife dues !!!!
Posted By: hoodlum

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 04/28/18 04:32 AM

Originally Posted by MeyerLansky
Originally Posted by DuesPaid
Wife’s birthday, she loves Villa Lombardi Veal Parm.

So that’s what she got, I did a papadelle pasta with braised beef.


happy birthday to your wife dues !!!!

Happy b-day 2 the Dues Wife!
Posted By: DuesPaid

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 04/29/18 03:23 AM

Thanks Guys, she had a wonderful B-day

Sounds like you and your Wife had a great Anniversary Hood.
All the best.

Thank you too Meyer.
Posted By: Footreads

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 04/29/18 07:59 AM

Happy anniversary you hoodlum you smile

My Grand daughter made a surprise appearance here tonight. When her mother had an urge to go to the track at Belmont Park with her boy friend.

So I got to see her here for a while.
Posted By: DuesPaid

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 04/29/18 11:05 PM

Love going to Belmont.

We had a outback Burger tonight and some Wings
Posted By: hoodlum

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 04/30/18 04:58 AM

Originally Posted by Footreads
Happy anniversary you hoodlum you smile

My Grand daughter made a surprise appearance here tonight. When her mother had an urge to go to the track at Belmont Park with her boy friend.

So I got to see her here for a while.

Wow... that's the 1rst time u spoke 2 me Foots....I love reading ur posts about the old days when life was normal..much obliged.
Posted By: hoodlum

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 04/30/18 05:12 AM

Monday nites din-din..Fresh Rosemary & garlic infused pork loin..over Porcini Risotto w/ spicy sautéed broccoli rabe & slow browned Irish Kerry butter & pan jus.
Posted By: DuesPaid

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 05/01/18 12:46 AM

Originally Posted by hoodlum
Monday nites din-din..Fresh Rosemary & garlic infused pork loin..over Porcini Risotto w/ spicy sautéed broccoli rabe & slow browned Irish Kerry butter & pan jus.



Woooh, that beat out my Meatloaf.
Posted By: Footreads

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 05/12/18 03:59 PM

lunch delivery from Spomoni Gardens half a Sicilian with desert total 42 dollars tip 50 dollars. Worth it I am healing slowly.
Posted By: DuesPaid

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 05/12/18 07:16 PM

Originally Posted by Footreads
lunch delivery from Spomoni Gardens half a Sicilian with desert total 42 dollars tip 50 dollars. Worth it I am healing slowly.



Nice, enjoy..... is the roll & Roaster still over there in Sheepshead Bay?

Feel better Foots.

Im goin to get a Lobster Roll somewhere.
Posted By: DuesPaid

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 05/17/18 11:48 PM

Taco’s
Posted By: hoodlum

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 05/27/18 02:30 AM

Smoked then grilled Asian style Skirt steak w/cumin butter basted grilled corn on the cob, cheesy Potatoes Dauphinouis & a side of baby tri color peppers and onions ragout ....wife asked 4 Smores (since the grill was still aglow) & received & relieved...I didn't partake in the dessert but everyone else (specially kids) loved the messy things...my dessert was a double of Cointreau....Memorial day in our large back yard & deck.
Posted By: Michael_Giovanni

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 05/27/18 02:45 AM

Went over to the neighbors and cooked burgers and dogs for the kids shish ka bobs for the ladies and steaks and baked potatoes for my neighbor and I.
Posted By: hoodlum

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 05/27/18 06:15 PM

Originally Posted by Michael_Giovanni
Went over to the neighbors and cooked burgers and dogs for the kids shish ka bobs for the ladies and steaks and baked potatoes for my neighbor and I.

Very neighborly of u..good man!
Posted By: DuesPaid

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 05/27/18 11:48 PM

Originally Posted by hoodlum
Smoked then grilled Asian style Skirt steak w/cumin butter basted grilled corn on the cob, cheesy Potatoes Dauphinouis & a side of baby tri color peppers and onions ragout ....wife asked 4 Smores (since the grill was still aglow) & received & relieved...I didn't partake in the dessert but everyone else (specially kids) loved the messy things...my dessert was a double of Cointreau....Memorial day in our large back yard & deck.


Outstanding.... Love grilled corn on cob, Skits steak great wen marinated or glazed.
Question.... What is the Dauphinois for the Potato? I will look it up, sounds great. U da Man.


Originally Posted by Michael_Giovanni
Went over to the neighbors and cooked burgers and dogs for the kids shish ka bobs for the ladies and steaks and baked potatoes for my neighbor and I.


Great crowd pleasing foods.

Nice .
Posted By: DuesPaid

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 05/27/18 11:52 PM

Oh yes , that Potato dish is awesome.
Posted By: hoodlum

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 05/28/18 12:45 AM

Originally Posted by DuesPaid
Oh yes , that Potato dish is awesome.

Even though it's a true French dish, traditionally w/ no cheese, I added Asiago ,real Cheddar I got from an Amish farmer dude I know..(in the Reading Terminal Market ) & Locatelli...it makes 4 a more of a richer & luxurious texture & flavor..the hard part is peeling & paper thinning the potatos (via a Mandolin)...then layering them w/the butter & cheese, very time consuming.
Posted By: DuesPaid

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 05/28/18 02:05 AM

Originally Posted by hoodlum
Originally Posted by DuesPaid
Oh yes , that Potato dish is awesome.

Even though it's a true French dish, traditionally w/ no cheese, I added Asiago ,real Cheddar I got from an Amish farmer dude I know..(in the Reading Terminal Market ) & Locatelli...it makes 4 a more of a richer & luxurious texture & flavor..the hard part is peeling & paper thinning the potatos (via a Mandolin)...then layering them w/the butter & cheese, very time consuming.


Yes, I recall my Wife’s Sister doing those once and her using a special device to slice the potato.
Big job and procedures to get it good.

That cheese sounds really good. I love a lively sharp cheddar.
Posted By: DuesPaid

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 05/28/18 02:09 AM

Before & After

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Posted By: hoodlum

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 05/28/18 07:01 AM

Originally Posted by DuesPaid
Before & After


Ahh..very nice Dues..looks sliced & nice w/ precision..very delish looking ..wish I could sample a taste ...looks like u r not a novice @ bbq..SLAINTE!!
Posted By: MeyerLansky

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 05/28/18 08:33 AM

hahah nice dues !!!
Posted By: DuesPaid

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 05/28/18 11:52 PM

Originally Posted by hoodlum
Originally Posted by DuesPaid
Before & After


Ahh..very nice Dues..looks sliced & nice w/ precision..very delish looking ..wish I could sample a taste ...looks like u r not a novice @ bbq..SLAINTE!!

Originally Posted by MeyerLansky
hahah nice dues !!!

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Thanks Guys,,, thank you both... coming from you Hood , that is a huge Compliment.

Glad you got a kick outa that Meyer, when I was younger I never was interested in cooking since the ladies always did it but when you get older you figure out how to do it better than them. Look out for my chicken I BBQ’d today,....postin picks now.
Posted By: DuesPaid

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 05/29/18 12:06 AM

The Ribs came out so good yesterday my Wife and friends rallied for my BBQ chicken today.

I did give in and smoked for another three hours today while playing horses, smoking cigars and drinking Beer.

Here is the before & after again.........

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Posted By: Irishman12

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 05/29/18 12:48 AM

Tonight I made mozzarella chicken pasta with sun dried tomatoes
Posted By: DuesPaid

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 05/29/18 01:39 AM

Originally Posted by Irishman12
Tonight I made mozzarella chicken pasta with sun dried tomatoes


My favorite items all in one place is a Winner every time.
Nice dish I12
Posted By: Irishman12

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 05/29/18 05:48 PM

Originally Posted by DuesPaid
Originally Posted by Irishman12
Tonight I made mozzarella chicken pasta with sun dried tomatoes


My favorite items all in one place is a Winner every time.
Nice dish I12


Thanks! I've made it before and it's a quick and easy dish to whip up.
Posted By: hoodlum

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 05/29/18 05:52 PM

Originally Posted by DuesPaid
The Ribs came out so good yesterday my Wife and friends rallied for my BBQ chicken today.

I did give in and smoked for another three hours today while playing horses, smoking cigars and drinking Beer.

Here is the before & after again.........


Awesome ..just the right amount of char,,,mmmm!
Posted By: DuesPaid

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 05/30/18 02:14 AM

Originally Posted by hoodlum
Originally Posted by DuesPaid
The Ribs came out so good yesterday my Wife and friends rallied for my BBQ chicken today.

I did give in and smoked for another three hours today while playing horses, smoking cigars and drinking Beer.

Here is the before & after again.........


Awesome ..just the right amount of char,,,mmmm!


Thanks Hood, I alway hope I don’t over or under do them but my crew loves the skin well done and not pulley or chewy.

I somehow always keep the meat juices in and not hard or dry.

I feel the most important stage is the last half hour, letting the temp slowly rise from 250 degrees up to 350 - 400 while glazing.

Maybe some Steak next weekend.
Posted By: hoodlum

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 05/30/18 02:54 AM

Originally Posted by DuesPaid
Originally Posted by hoodlum
Originally Posted by DuesPaid
The Ribs came out so good yesterday my Wife and friends rallied for my BBQ chicken today.

I did give in and smoked for another three hours today while playing horses, smoking cigars and drinking Beer.

Here is the before & after again.........


Awesome ..just the right amount of char,,,mmmm!


Thanks Hood, I alway hope I don’t over or under do them but my crew loves the skin well done and not pulley or chewy.

I somehow always keep the meat juices in and not hard or dry.

I feel the most important stage is the last half hour, letting the temp slowly rise from 250 degrees up to 350 - 400 while glazing.

Maybe some Steak next weekend.

If the weather is right, steak here too , but I gotta help the wife get her pool up & running 1rst..u know how it is..baby wants,,baby gets, I don't particularly enjoy the task, but I luv my baby & she scratches my back too.

Posted By: hoodlum

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 05/30/18 02:56 AM

RE: Dues... My reply (fuckup) in ur above post.
Posted By: DuesPaid

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 05/30/18 10:47 AM



Maybe some Steak next weekend.

If the weather is right, steak here too , but I gotta help the wife get her pool up & running 1rst..u know how it is..baby wants,,baby gets, I don't particularly enjoy the task, but I luv my baby & she scratches my back too.

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Yes Sir Hood, get that Honey List done so you can enjoy the Sweats.
Posted By: hoodlum

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 05/31/18 01:10 AM

Originally Posted by DuesPaid


Maybe some Steak next weekend.

If the weather is right, steak here too , but I gotta help the wife get her pool up & running 1rst..u know how it is..baby wants,,baby gets, I don't particularly enjoy the task, but I luv my baby & she scratches my back too.


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Yes Sir Hood, get that Honey List done so you can enjoy the Sweats.


[/quote]The sweats???wtf is that...LOL...But yes ,get the Honey list (I like that phrase Dues)..Done!!!! then relax..is what u meant by the sweats?LOL...
Posted By: DuesPaid

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 05/31/18 02:32 AM

Yes, LoL. SWEET, not Sweat.... LoL

‘The Sweets”

Laughin my Fuckin ass Offf!
I meant Sweets......

The Honey do List ( Things the Wife wants done ) Once complete can lead anywhere...... it may include sweat but you will get the Sweets from her.

LMFAO
Posted By: hoodlum

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 05/31/18 03:11 AM

Originally Posted by DuesPaid
Yes, LoL. SWEET, not Sweat.... LoL

‘The Sweets”

Laughin my Fuckin ass Offf!
I meant Sweets......

The Honey do List ( Things the Wife wants done ) Once complete can lead anywhere...... it may include sweat but you will get the Sweets from her.

LMFAO

Oh man I luv u ....I wish we were around the corner from each other...good times would b had..I do understand u though...SLAINTE!
Posted By: DuesPaid

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 05/31/18 03:30 AM

Originally Posted by hoodlum
Originally Posted by DuesPaid
Yes, LoL. SWEET, not Sweat.... LoL

‘The Sweets”

Laughin my Fuckin ass Offf!
I meant Sweets......

The Honey do List ( Things the Wife wants done ) Once complete can lead anywhere...... it may include sweat but you will get the Sweets from her.

LMFAO

Oh man I luv u ....I wish we were around the corner from each other...good times would b had..I do understand u though...SLAINTE!


Your a Good MAN Hood... Luv Ya.....

Wish we were neighbors.... you would love it here and I would bye you.

I have a really tight little group of neighbors, family and friends within a small block and you would fit right in.

I have Family on both sides and and strong friends across and in back.
You would fit right in anyone of those spots.
Posted By: DuesPaid

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 05/31/18 11:21 PM

Bacon Cheddar Jalapeño Burger.
Posted By: MeyerLansky

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 06/06/18 12:48 PM

my mother made homemade sushi yesterday
it was nice but not good as outside but still lol grin
Posted By: Irishman12

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 06/06/18 06:17 PM

Making some penne alla vodka tonight (one of the reasons I picked up vodka this weekend). The other was for the Moscow Mule's I've been drinking since then.
Posted By: DuesPaid

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 06/08/18 01:20 AM

Originally Posted by MeyerLansky
my mother made homemade sushi yesterday
it was nice but not good as outside but still lol grin


Everything is better at Home and certainly if made by Mom


Originally Posted by Irishman12
Making some penne alla vodka tonight (one of the reasons I picked up vodka this weekend). The other was for the Moscow Mule's I've been drinking since then.


We are ready too, we have STOLI Vodka and Bombay Gin for the Drinks.

I will use the Vodka for the Mule’s.

Enjoy all.
Posted By: Irishman12

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 06/08/18 06:21 PM

Nice. I personally prefer Tito's vodka but to each his own. Enjoy!
Posted By: DuesPaid

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 06/09/18 03:06 AM

Never had Tito, they typically drink Absolute or Sky.... I made the Mules with Stoli tonight for a test run leading into tomorrow night.

Very nice Drink, I like it and usually do not care for the mixed drinks and want to guzzle beer but when I do have a mixer , I drink less and that is good.

I have one or two drinks and then want to eat and sleep.
Posted By: Irishman12

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 06/09/18 03:24 PM

Good, I'm glad you enjoyed it. I used to be a Smirnoff guy, which I still do enjoy for their flavors. But I got turned onto Tito's a few years ago. It's not flavored but it's my favorite along with Skull Head Vodka, which Dan Aykroyd was a cofounder of. However, Skull Head is more expensive. About $50 a bottle whereas I can get a 1.75 liter of Tito's for about $36. Also, Skull Head comes from Canada I believe whereas Tito's comes from Austin.
Posted By: DuesPaid

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 06/09/18 08:45 PM

Originally Posted by Irishman12
Good, I'm glad you enjoyed it. I used to be a Smirnoff guy, which I still do enjoy for their flavors. But I got turned onto Tito's a few years ago. It's not flavored but it's my favorite along with Skull Head Vodka, which Dan Aykroyd was a cofounder of. However, Skull Head is more expensive. About $50 a bottle whereas I can get a 1.75 liter of Tito's for about $36. Also, Skull Head comes from Canada I believe whereas Tito's comes from Austin.


I have a bottle of that Skull head on my bar, never opened it. Someone gave it to me a few years ago. I thought it was called crystal skull or something, I will go look at it.
Posted By: Irishman12

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 06/09/18 09:06 PM

You're right, it's crystal skull, not skull head. I'm sorry, I got the names confused. I like it and even better if you have a bottle, give it a shot!
Posted By: DuesPaid

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 06/10/18 01:51 AM

I will open it.... I like sky vodka out of the freezer
Posted By: DuesPaid

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 06/12/18 12:20 AM

Did some Sausage and Peppers on the grill with some really good bread.

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Posted By: DuesPaid

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 06/19/18 02:08 AM

Thai Chili Pork Chops off the Grill.

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Posted By: hoodlum

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 07/08/18 07:16 AM

Skewered collosal (again) shrimp but also threaded w/slices of andouille sausage all marinated b-4 hand in Louisana blackening spice & pineapple nectar , olive oil marinade...served over basil & chili parmesan Isreali cous-cous..wife luves this non potato faze she's going thru lately. she has a small bit of a skin problem of late..& she reads what is good 4 her & not etc...& I comply..the cous cous is actually pretty good..but i'm not really into the quinoa she requested the other night..so I just have the protein & veg......DUES , I wish I could post pics like u ,but have no clue ..& if I need a cellphone thing ...well , I'm shit outta luck. maybe the wife or her daughter can show me how...the wife does have 1of those camera phone things, but she don't use it much. I know I sound like a caveman , but I despise technology..i think it's destroying the world as we know it.
Posted By: DuesPaid

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 07/09/18 01:15 AM


I like quinoa, I also like kale.

If you can take pictures and store them on the device you are using for posting, I can walk you through uploading and posting with pics,,,,,its easy Hood.
Posted By: hoodlum

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 07/09/18 03:02 PM

Originally Posted by DuesPaid

I like quinoa, I also like kale.

If you can take pictures and store them on the device you are using for posting, I can walk you through uploading and posting with pics,,,,,its easy Hood.

I'll talk 2 Kathy & maybe we can overcome this.....she knows how to put pics up on her facebook page,,,so now the the ? is how 2 put it up on the gangbb page..my god I could show u my whole back yard etc...a nice 1957 Gibson Les Paul & all my toys..well. u get the picture..my dogs 2..I wish I could share my life w/all my friends.....ditto 4 the kale..dry them out ..then olive oil gently & S&P...then into the the 350 oven on a sheet pan 4 about 12 min........way better than potato chips..kale chips r the wife's new /old go 2 for healthy snacking.
Posted By: DuesPaid

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 07/14/18 01:09 AM

Originally Posted by hoodlum
Originally Posted by DuesPaid

I like quinoa, I also like kale.

If you can take pictures and store them on the device you are using for posting, I can walk you through uploading and posting with pics,,,,,its easy Hood.

I'll talk 2 Kathy & maybe we can overcome this.....she knows how to put pics up on her facebook page,,,so now the the ? is how 2 put it up on the gangbb page..my god I could show u my whole back yard etc...a nice 1957 Gibson Les Paul & all my toys..well. u get the picture..my dogs 2..I wish I could share my life w/all my friends.....ditto 4 the kale..dry them out ..then olive oil gently & S&P...then into the the 350 oven on a sheet pan 4 about 12 min........way better than potato chips..kale chips r the wife's new /old go 2 for healthy snacking.



Thanks Hood, I will try that.

I made some fish cakes, like crab cakes but with a fish I caught.

Hood, what fish would you think is best to use for Fishcakes.

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Posted By: hoodlum

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 07/17/18 11:54 PM

Originally Posted by DuesPaid
Originally Posted by hoodlum
Originally Posted by DuesPaid

I like quinoa, I also like kale.

If you can take pictures and store them on the device you are using for posting, I can walk you through uploading and posting with pics,,,,,its easy Hood.

I'll talk 2 Kathy & maybe we can overcome this.....she knows how to put pics up on her facebook page,,,so now the the ? is how 2 put it up on the gangbb page..my god I could show u my whole back yard etc...a nice 1957 Gibson Les Paul & all my toys..well. u get the picture..my dogs 2..I wish I could share my life w/all my friends.....ditto 4 the kale..dry them out ..then olive oil gently & S&P...then into the the 350 oven on a sheet pan 4 about 12 min........way better than potato chips..kale chips r the wife's new /old go 2 for healthy snacking.



Thanks Hood, I will try that.

I made some fish cakes, like crab cakes but with a fish I caught.

Hood, what fish would you think is best to use for Fishcakes.




Cod , a nice & flaky texture..the same thing that's the standard 4 fish & chips. What fish was it that u caught & from where?
Posted By: DuesPaid

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 07/18/18 01:13 AM

Originally Posted by hoodlum
Originally Posted by DuesPaid
Originally Posted by hoodlum
Originally Posted by DuesPaid

I like quinoa, I also like kale.

If you can take pictures and store them on the device you are using for posting, I can walk you through uploading and posting with pics,,,,,its easy Hood.

I'll talk 2 Kathy & maybe we can overcome this.....she knows how to put pics up on her facebook page,,,so now the the ? is how 2 put it up on the gangbb page..my god I could show u my whole back yard etc...a nice 1957 Gibson Les Paul & all my toys..well. u get the picture..my dogs 2..I wish I could share my life w/all my friends.....ditto 4 the kale..dry them out ..then olive oil gently & S&P...then into the the 350 oven on a sheet pan 4 about 12 min........way better than potato chips..kale chips r the wife's new /old go 2 for healthy snacking.



Thanks Hood, I will try that.

I made some fish cakes, like crab cakes but with a fish I caught.

Hood, what fish would you think is best to use for Fishcakes.




Cod , a nice & flaky texture..the same thing that's the standard 4 fish & chips. What fish was it that u caught & from where?


Yes, Cod is a Solid fish for that.

I have a fun time with Blue Fish, rather striper but when I catch blue fish. I love prepping, cooking and serving to people who say “ I don’t eat bluefish”

Caught a nice blue outside the Fire Island Inlet,,,, pulled him up., held him off the side and gutted him. Then stuffed him with ice and placed him in the cooler.
Once back at dock, filleted him. Soaked trimmed fillets in Milk & Beer for and hour in fridge. Trimmed fillet is cleaned of any dark meat that can give stronger taste that is not usually preferred but not a prob.

Take soaked fillets and wrap in a huge hand made foil pack with Cajun seasoning, EVO & a few pads of butter on top , squeeze some Lemon over all.
Wrap up foil, place on grill at 350 closed for 10 minutes depending how thick fish is.

Serve and no one will know its blue fish.

I put a platter of this out on a table with some crab dip and it disappeared in 5 minutes.
I did it again and let it cool, then I made fish cakes out of it and it was fantastic.

Try it, you’ll like it.
Posted By: hoodlum

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 07/18/18 01:42 AM

U did well my pal..didn't know u knew how 2 work (fillet) fish..I should do that 2 my wife who claims she don't prefer bluefish..Igrew up catching @ L.B.I. & eating blues as a child so I love it...disguise it in a fishcake??..fuckin' brilliant!!!.
Posted By: DuesPaid

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 07/18/18 02:14 PM

Originally Posted by hoodlum
U did well my pal..didn't know u knew how 2 work (fillet) fish..I should do that 2 my wife who claims she don't prefer bluefish..Igrew up catching @ L.B.I. & eating blues as a child so I love it...disguise it in a fishcake??..fuckin' brilliant!!!.


Awesome , glad you approve, coming from you thats a huge compliment, Thanks Hood.


L.B.I. is beautiful, wife and I went there for a Wedding once and stayed in a B&B, what a wonderful place.
Posted By: hoodlum

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 07/19/18 03:27 AM

Originally Posted by DuesPaid
Originally Posted by hoodlum
U did well my pal..didn't know u knew how 2 work (fillet) fish..I should do that 2 my wife who claims she don't prefer bluefish..Igrew up catching @ L.B.I. & eating blues as a child so I love it...disguise it in a fishcake??..fuckin' brilliant!!!.


Awesome , glad you approve, coming from you thats a huge compliment, Thanks Hood.


L.B.I. is beautiful, wife and I went there for a Wedding once and stayed in a B&B, what a wonderful place.


We have a little cottage in Beach Haven & that suits us just fine, Sandy(hurricane) scared us a lot but the old thing only got waterbled , but Gov. Christie made us put the joint on stilts..The B&Bs r grand & cost a fortune a nite..but if u ever wanna come down , we can get u & the Mrs. a good deal @ a place owned by our friends called "The Gables"..google it..it's the best on the island..4 * food .& accomodations...yeah,u came up w/ a good idea..only thing is , id have 2 beef it (the fishcake) up w/ more or less red peppers, celery , old bay, & a little white fleshed fish( ala cod)....& a dipping sauce such as a classic Remoulade..(google that)..if u already don't know , which I think u may..Slainte' my friend!!!
Posted By: DuesPaid

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 07/19/18 04:29 AM

Originally Posted by hoodlum
Originally Posted by DuesPaid
Originally Posted by hoodlum
U did well my pal..didn't know u knew how 2 work (fillet) fish..I should do that 2 my wife who claims she don't prefer bluefish..Igrew up catching @ L.B.I. & eating blues as a child so I love it...disguise it in a fishcake??..fuckin' brilliant!!!.


Awesome , glad you approve, coming from you thats a huge compliment, Thanks Hood.


L.B.I. is beautiful, wife and I went there for a Wedding once and stayed in a B&B, what a wonderful place.


We have a little cottage in Beach Haven & that suits us just fine, Sandy(hurricane) scared us a lot but the old thing only got waterbled , but Gov. Christie made us put the joint on stilts..The B&Bs r grand & cost a fortune a nite..but if u ever wanna come down , we can get u & the Mrs. a good deal @ a place owned by our friends called "The Gables"..google it..it's the best on the island..4 * food .& accomodations...yeah,u came up w/ a good idea..only thing is , id have 2 beef it (the fishcake) up w/ more or less red peppers, celery , old bay, & a little white fleshed fish( ala cod)....& a dipping sauce such as a classic Remoulade..(google that)..if u already don't know , which I think u may..Slainte' my friend!!!


Gables, sounds familiar
Very appreciative Hood,
Peace.
Posted By: hoodlum

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 07/19/18 05:56 AM

Peace.....just 1 little story of how partly I became a Sous Chef...I've always loved food....used 2 watch my old man cook from my chair in the kitchen table. as a child. He would just throw shit 2 gether & call them" concoctions"...now ..u gotta remember , I was watching & he knew it...whenever mom would put a plate in front of him..he would go & fuckin' mix it all together..kinda like makin 'a sheppard's pie..& when he was at the stove , ..u could tell he was from the old country...he saved in a Campbells soup can all the bacon drippin's....made stock from all those bluefish & Mackerel scraps & heads he had taught me 2 clean that we caught off Barnegat Inlet & used 4 a mock bisque...I did even like mackerel ...even though that it & blues were an oily fish,...boy we used 2 catch macs by the 5 or 6 on a hook back in the early 70s on a boat that still there called the Caroline Anne......anyways......went 2 school & loved cooking, chefing , butchering, creating blackboard specials & the bullshit that goes along w/ being married 2 ur job ..no weekends off, no holiday's.. all nights...70 hr. wks...everybody pulling u every which way but loose ..nothing 2 do in the middle of the nite 'cept drink & watch t.v. 'cause everybody else in the world is normal & sleeping...2 get a better picture of what I'm talking about , u should indulge ur self in Anthony Bourdain's first work..my all time fav book...."Kitchen Confidential"....in a way , that was me also...I also went through the trials & tribulations of this now poor deceased man,,,U.. Dues ...must read that novel !! ,,,anyways ..I'm rantin on ,,so I'll I think I'll shut up now......Luv u Dues...& keep the fire burnin'...Peace.
Posted By: DuesPaid

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 07/20/18 03:12 AM

Originally Posted by hoodlum
Peace.....just 1 little story of how partly I became a Sous Chef...I've always loved food....used 2 watch my old man cook from my chair in the kitchen table. as a child. He would just throw shit 2 gether & call them" concoctions"...now ..u gotta remember , I was watching & he knew it...whenever mom would put a plate in front of him..he would go & fuckin' mix it all together..kinda like makin 'a sheppard's pie..& when he was at the stove , ..u could tell he was from the old country...he saved in a Campbells soup can all the bacon drippin's....made stock from all those bluefish & Mackerel scraps & heads he had taught me 2 clean that we caught off Barnegat Inlet & used 4 a mock bisque...I did even like mackerel ...even though that it & blues were an oily fish,...boy we used 2 catch macs by the 5 or 6 on a hook back in the early 70s on a boat that still there called the Caroline Anne......anyways......went 2 school & loved cooking, chefing , butchering, creating blackboard specials & the bullshit that goes along w/ being married 2 ur job ..no weekends off, no holiday's.. all nights...70 hr. wks...everybody pulling u every which way but loose ..nothing 2 do in the middle of the nite 'cept drink & watch t.v. 'cause everybody else in the world is normal & sleeping...2 get a better picture of what I'm talking about , u should indulge ur self in Anthony Bourdain's first work..my all time fav book...."Kitchen Confidential"....in a way , that was me also...I also went through the trials & tribulations of this now poor deceased man,,,U.. Dues ...must read that novel !! ,,,anyways ..I'm rantin on ,,so I'll I think I'll shut up now......Luv u Dues...& keep the fire burnin'...Peace.



Never a rant,,, keep it comin. Great post.

My Da also cooked like that, we always smashed everything together.
Loved those Mackrel Rigs that would haul up 2,3 and even four at a time of those long thin fish on those shine rigs.

Reading Bourdains Books was a pleasure since I related to it all, I was not a Chef but understood what it meant to work and Party hard as a learning curve to get to what I really wanted...... how to work and Party hard.
Im a fuckin Pro.

UDAMAN Hood.

Luvya

B WELL




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Posted By: Signor Vitelli

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 07/20/18 08:21 PM

Haven't posted on this Forum in awhile. Anyway, here goes:

Tonight I'm going to make dinner for Alice (my fiancée) and me. I'm making seasoned chicken breast fillets with potatoes (baby ones, probably) and an Irish-inspired whiskey cream sauce (with Jameson Caskmates) with shallots and chopped fresh parsley. I'll see what green veggies look good when I go around the corner to the local supermarket a little later.

After some recent medical issues this past Spring (I now have stents in my coronary arteries), I know I'm feeling a lot more like my old self when I find myself obsessing over my cooking (think Artie from The Sopranos)!


Signor V.
Posted By: VanillaLimeCoke

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 07/21/18 12:29 AM

I bought some chicken fries at some restaraunt.

Tomorrow will be Pizza again (at some sports bar), that’s all I ever eat it seems. I’m so picky. Also I get my pizza without cheese.
Posted By: DuesPaid

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 07/21/18 05:12 AM

Originally Posted by Signor Vitelli
Haven't posted on this Forum in awhile. Anyway, here goes:

Tonight I'm going to make dinner for Alice (my fiancée) and me. I'm making seasoned chicken breast fillets with potatoes (baby ones, probably) and an Irish-inspired whiskey cream sauce (with Jameson Caskmates) with shallots and chopped fresh parsley. I'll see what green veggies look good when I go around the corner to the local supermarket a little later.

After some recent medical issues this past Spring (I now have stents in my coronary arteries), I know I'm feeling a lot more like my old self when I find myself obsessing over my cooking (think Artie from The Sopranos)!


Signor V.




Very good, take care of the pipes Signor.
Cooking for your self and even the clean up after is not only good for your heart but good for your Soul.


Originally Posted by VanillaLimeCoke
I bought some chicken fries at some restaraunt.

Tomorrow will be Pizza again (at some sports bar), that’s all I ever eat it seems. I’m so picky. Also I get my pizza without cheese.


I get like that also, sometimes I get stuck on eating the same thing for a week, but thats usually in the Winter.
Enjoy, branch out and move on, its best.
Posted By: Signor Vitelli

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 07/22/18 02:38 AM

Originally Posted by DuesPaid
Cooking for your self and even the clean up after is not only good for your heart but good for your Soul.


While I certainly agree with what you said, I always found that cooking for the person (or people) you love is something truly special. I'm not a chef, but I've been cooking since I was 9 (thanks to my Mom) and I've always taken my cooking quite seriously. Simply put, I love preparing a good meal. I guess my philosophy can be summed up in this quote from the book Serve the People - A Stir-Fried Journey Through China by Jen Lin-Liu:

“To cook for someone, one on one, is to let that person into your life in an intimate way.”

Pretty much says it all, I'd say!


Signor V.
Posted By: DuesPaid

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 07/22/18 08:27 PM

Very Nice
Posted By: DuesPaid

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 07/30/18 02:46 AM

Did BBQ chicken today.

Everyone loved it.

Slow roasted a cut up chicken + additional wings on the grill
One hour at 200 degrees with Hickory chips
Another hour with glazed with Spiced up Hickory bbq sauce
Posted By: hoodlum

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 08/02/18 09:22 PM

Originally Posted by DuesPaid
Did BBQ chicken today.

Everyone loved it.
U makin' my mouth water Dues..
Slow roasted a cut up chicken + additional wings on the grill
One hour at 200 degrees with Hickory chips
Another hour with glazed with Spiced up Hickory bbq sauce
Posted By: DuesPaid

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 08/03/18 12:23 AM

Took a yellow squash from the garden.
Sliced it thick about a 1/4" thick each slice long ways,
Sprayed with oil, s&p let stand 10 min each side on grill with hood down at 400 degrees.
Wife loved it.

If she asks for it again then you know that stuff was good.

It was a side with a rib eye steak we whacked up.
I always do the steak as is medium, she don't care for it marinaded when on the bone.
Posted By: Signor Vitelli

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 08/09/18 09:43 PM

The other evening I dug into my files and made a favorite recipe of mine that I hadn't made in over a dozen years. It's an uncooked sauce that is to die for (well, maybe not die...). The original recipe came from page 97 of Marcella's Italian Kitchen by Marcella Hazan, and I've adapted it slightly. Measurements are US.

Pasta with Cold Tuna Sauce

2 7 oz. cans tuna in olive oil (see note)
1 Tbs fresh garlic, finely chopped
4 Tbs chopped parsley (preferably fresh, but dry will do)
2 eggs, lightly beaten
6 Tbs butter, softened to room temperature
1 cup (8 oz.) heavy cream
3 - 4 Tbs milk
1 tsp salt, or to taste
¼ - ½ tsp freshly ground black pepper, or to taste
1 - 1¼ cups grated cheese

1 - 1½ lbs. pasta (see note)

Optional: ½ cup chopped, pitted green olives (if adding olives, omit the salt)

For best results, add ingredients in this order:

In a large bowl, combine tuna (flake it!), butter, garlic, eggs, cream, milk, parsley, olives, salt and pepper, and, lastly, cheese. (Always add the cheese last!) Mix well by hand with a fork - no blender. Adjust salt and pepper (if needed), cover and let sit for at least a half-hour. Serve sauce at room temperature tossed with hot pasta and additional grated cheese.

Serves 4 very hungry people.

Note about the tuna: When the recipe was first published, cans of tuna in the US were 7 ounces. Over time, companies have shrunk the size of the cans and they are now usually 5 oz. However - I have found the 7 oz. cans at Costco. (I don't use the tuna in olive oil; far too expensive and you really can't tell the difference in the finished sauce.) It seems they have larger sizes of things that are difficult (if not impossible) to find elsewhere. If you can't find the 7 oz. cans, substitute three 5 oz. cans. Tuna in oil or water (I use the latter) will do nicely.

Note about the pasta: Back in the 1990's, I sent this recipe to my father and his wife. Several days later, he called me to say that the recipe was awful and he wouldn't be eating it again. After much questioning, I discovered that when he gave the recipe to his wife, he forgot to mention that the sauce was meant to be served over pasta! That's right - they ate only the sauce! Anyway, serve this sauce over pasta! (For the record, my dad's nickname was The Great Unconscious.)

The original recipe called for fettuccine (Fettuccine col Sugo di Tonno con Aglio e Panna - Fettuccine with Tuna, Garlic, and Cream Sauce), but any good-sized pasta will work. I usually use linguine, but rigatoni, rotini, and loads of others are also quite nice. Use whatever's handy - it will be fine!

Believe me, this is so good you could serve it in a restaurant. (And heaven knows what you'd pay for it! whistle)

Fiancée loved it, I'm happy to say.


Signor V.
Posted By: hoodlum

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 08/09/18 11:10 PM

Originally Posted by Signor Vitelli
The other evening I dug into my files and made a favorite recipe of mine that I hadn't made in over a dozen years. It's an uncooked sauce that is to die for (well, maybe not die...). The original recipe came from page 97 of Marcella's Italian Kitchen by Marcella Hazan, and I've adapted it slightly. Measurements are US.

Pasta with Cold Tuna Sauce

2 7 oz. cans tuna in olive oil (see note)
1 Tbs fresh garlic, finely chopped
4 Tbs chopped parsley (preferably fresh, but dry will do)
2 eggs, lightly beaten
6 Tbs butter, softened to room temperature
1 cup (8 oz.) heavy cream
3 - 4 Tbs milk
1 tsp salt, or to taste
¼ - ½ tsp freshly ground black pepper, or to taste
1 - 1¼ cups grated cheese

1 - 1½ lbs. pasta (see note)

Optional: ½ cup chopped, pitted green olives (if adding olives, omit the salt)

For best results, add ingredients in this order:

In a large bowl, combine tuna (flake it!), butter, garlic, eggs, cream, milk, parsley, olives, salt and pepper, and, lastly, cheese. (Always add the cheese last!) Mix well by hand with a fork - no blender. Adjust salt and pepper (if needed), cover and let sit for at least a half-hour. Serve sauce at room temperature tossed with hot pasta and additional grated cheese.

Serves 4 very hungry people.

Note about the tuna: When the recipe was first published, cans of tuna in the US were 7 ounces. Over time, companies have shrunk the size of the cans and they are now usually 5 oz. However - I have found the 7 oz. cans at Costco. (I don't use the tuna in olive oil; far too expensive and you really can't tell the difference in the finished sauce.) It seems they have larger sizes of things that are difficult (if not impossible) to find elsewhere. If you can't find the 7 oz. cans, substitute three 5 oz. cans. Tuna in oil or water (I use the latter) will do nicely.

Note about the pasta: Back in the 1990's, I sent this recipe to my father and his wife. Several days later, he called me to say that the recipe was awful and he wouldn't be eating it again. After much questioning, I discovered that when he gave the recipe to his wife, he forgot to mention that the sauce was meant to be served over pasta! That's right - they ate only the sauce! Anyway, serve this sauce over pasta! (For the record, my dad's nickname was The Great Unconscious.)

The original recipe called for fettuccine (Fettuccine col Sugo di Tonno con Aglio e Panna - Fettuccine with Tuna, Garlic, and Cream Sauce), but any good-sized pasta will work. I usually use linguine, but rigatoni, rotini, and loads of others are also quite nice. Use whatever's handy - it will be fine!

Believe me, this is so good you could serve it in a restaurant. (And heaven knows what you'd pay for it! whistle)

Fiancée loved it, I'm happy to say. //////from hoodlum.... Dried parsley WILL NOT DO...Fresh is always best..dried parsley tastes like wet grass & is nasty,,,they used 2 tell us in Culinary school that if you r 2 lazy 2 chop fresh herbs, peel fresh garlic ,poach & peel your own tomato's ...then u don't DESERVE 2 eat good food , always respect the ingredients!..anyways , never heard of this 1 , could b good ,but sounds like a heart attack on a plate w/ all that heavy dairy & carbs,,I'm fat enough thank u very much ! LOL...


Signor V.


Posted By: hoodlum

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 08/09/18 11:15 PM

Sorry Signor , I messed up that post..
Posted By: Signor Vitelli

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 08/10/18 02:11 AM

Originally Posted by hoodlum
Dried parsley WILL NOT DO...Fresh is always best..dried parsley tastes like wet grass & is nasty,,,they used 2 tell us in Culinary school that if you r 2 lazy 2 chop fresh herbs, peel fresh garlic ,poach & peel your own tomato's ...then u don't DESERVE 2 eat good food , always respect the ingredients!..anyways , never heard of this 1 , could b good ,but sounds like a heart attack on a plate w/ all that heavy dairy & carbs,,I'm fat enough thank u very much ! LOL...

I never said it was healthy! lol


Signor V.
Posted By: DuesPaid

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 08/10/18 03:13 AM

Originally Posted by Signor Vitelli
The other evening I dug into my files and made a favorite recipe of mine that I hadn't made in over a dozen years. It's an uncooked sauce that is to die for (well, maybe not die...). The original recipe came from page 97 of Marcella's Italian Kitchen by Marcella Hazan, and I've adapted it slightly. Measurements are US.

Pasta with Cold Tuna Sauce

2 7 oz. cans tuna in olive oil (see note)
1 Tbs fresh garlic, finely chopped
4 Tbs chopped parsley (preferably fresh, but dry will do)
2 eggs, lightly beaten
6 Tbs butter, softened to room temperature
1 cup (8 oz.) heavy cream
3 - 4 Tbs milk
1 tsp salt, or to taste
¼ - ½ tsp freshly ground black pepper, or to taste
1 - 1¼ cups grated cheese

1 - 1½ lbs. pasta (see note)

Optional: ½ cup chopped, pitted green olives (if adding olives, omit the salt)

For best results, add ingredients in this order:

In a large bowl, combine tuna (flake it!), butter, garlic, eggs, cream, milk, parsley, olives, salt and pepper, and, lastly, cheese. (Always add the cheese last!) Mix well by hand with a fork - no blender. Adjust salt and pepper (if needed), cover and let sit for at least a half-hour. Serve sauce at room temperature tossed with hot pasta and additional grated cheese.

Serves 4 very hungry people.

Note about the tuna: When the recipe was first published, cans of tuna in the US were 7 ounces. Over time, companies have shrunk the size of the cans and they are now usually 5 oz. However - I have found the 7 oz. cans at Costco. (I don't use the tuna in olive oil; far too expensive and you really can't tell the difference in the finished sauce.) It seems they have larger sizes of things that are difficult (if not impossible) to find elsewhere. If you can't find the 7 oz. cans, substitute three 5 oz. cans. Tuna in oil or water (I use the latter) will do nicely.

Note about the pasta: Back in the 1990's, I sent this recipe to my father and his wife. Several days later, he called me to say that the recipe was awful and he wouldn't be eating it again. After much questioning, I discovered that when he gave the recipe to his wife, he forgot to mention that the sauce was meant to be served over pasta! That's right - they ate only the sauce! Anyway, serve this sauce over pasta! (For the record, my dad's nickname was The Great Unconscious.)

The original recipe called for fettuccine (Fettuccine col Sugo di Tonno con Aglio e Panna - Fettuccine with Tuna, Garlic, and Cream Sauce), but any good-sized pasta will work. I usually use linguine, but rigatoni, rotini, and loads of others are also quite nice. Use whatever's handy - it will be fine!

Believe me, this is so good you could serve it in a restaurant. (And heaven knows what you'd pay for it! whistle)

Fiancée loved it, I'm happy to say.


Signor V.



I like it.

I do something very similar to this but with Fluke ( Summer Flounder) - I call it "Montauk pasta "

I call it that since I usually fry or bake the small Flounder I catch off Fire Island but when we go to Montauk we catch Huge Fluke and they are hearty for a very fitting ingredient for a very fitting dish.

This recipe is perfect for that.
Posted By: Signor Vitelli

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 08/13/18 08:57 PM

Made a nice, simple Chicken Cacciatore last night.

And, of course, I forgot to buy the Italian bread. [Linked Image]

Infamia... [Linked Image]


Signor V.
Posted By: DuesPaid

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 08/14/18 02:24 AM

That is the first thing I will make once the Winter food menu ideas comes upon me.

Bread a must.
Posted By: Irishman12

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 08/14/18 06:19 PM

Last night I tried out a new recipe: Cilantro-Lime Shrimp Pasta. It was good but not as good as I was hoping for it. Need more lime taste but still not bad overall.

[Linked Image]
Posted By: DuesPaid

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 08/15/18 01:21 AM

Looks fantastic , Nice looking I12
Posted By: Signor Vitelli

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 08/15/18 11:47 AM

I'll second that - it looks quite nice!

When you've figured out the lime/cilantro balance to your liking, I hope you'll post your recipe.

I've always found cilantro a little tricky to deal with. For me, a little can go a long way and too much of it gives the food a sharp, soapy taste (at least IMO). I have used it in curries and some Eastern and Mexican dishes. But not, usually, where cilantro is the dominant flavor. This pasta dish looks very appetizing.


Signor V.
Posted By: Irishman12

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 08/15/18 05:48 PM

Thanks guys. Here's the recipe for anyone who wants to give it a go (it'll be a while before I make it again)

Cilantro-Lime Shrimp Pasta
Posted By: OurThing

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 08/15/18 06:14 PM

The cilantro lime shrimp pasta sounds really good actually. I already have the core ingredients, so I might give it a whirl. I don’t follow many “recipes” to a tee, I kinda wing it a lot. But maybe I’ll try to replicate this one as close as possible.
Posted By: Irishman12

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 08/15/18 08:12 PM

When trying a new recipe, I always stick to the recipe (but that's just me). Like I said, I thought this could have used more lime taste personally. I might need to let the shrimp marinate for longer as I left them in the fridge for about 30 minutes.
Posted By: DuesPaid

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 08/16/18 12:54 AM

Originally Posted by ourthing
The cilantro lime shrimp pasta sounds really good actually. I already have the core ingredients, so I might give it a whirl. I don’t follow many “recipes” to a tee, I kinda wing it a lot. But maybe I’ll try to replicate this one as close as possible.


I do the same, always make any idea or recipes my own by just a bit less or more of certain ingredients or process.
Posted By: hoodlum

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 08/19/18 06:17 AM

Originally Posted by Irishman12
When trying a new recipe, I always stick to the recipe (but that's just me). Like I said, I thought this could have used more lime taste personally. I might need to let the shrimp marinate for longer as I left them in the fridge for about 30 minutes.

But...if u let seafood in particular marinate in any kind of citrus for any longer than ..say..45 min. , you will end up with CEVICHE...not that that's a bad thing...just saying..but a good recipe & ur pic looks very enticing.
Posted By: Irishman12

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 08/19/18 05:01 PM

Originally Posted by hoodlum
Originally Posted by Irishman12
When trying a new recipe, I always stick to the recipe (but that's just me). Like I said, I thought this could have used more lime taste personally. I might need to let the shrimp marinate for longer as I left them in the fridge for about 30 minutes.

But...if u let seafood in particular marinate in any kind of citrus for any longer than ..say..45 min. , you will end up with CEVICHE...not that that's a bad thing...just saying..but a good recipe & ur pic looks very enticing.


Didn't know that. Thanks for the heads up and the compliment.
Posted By: DuesPaid

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 08/20/18 01:47 AM

Yes, the acidic citrus cooks the fish.
Posted By: DuesPaid

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 09/15/18 12:20 AM

We did some crowd pleasing tacos tonight, these are the leftovers I will be chomping on later.

Attached picture IMG_5873.jpg
Posted By: hoodlum

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 09/15/18 04:50 AM

Originally Posted by DuesPaid
We did some crowd pleasing tacos tonight, these are the leftovers I will be chomping on later.


Filled with ?
Posted By: DuesPaid

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 09/15/18 11:49 PM

Originally Posted by hoodlum
Originally Posted by DuesPaid
We did some crowd pleasing tacos tonight, these are the leftovers I will be chomping on later.


Filled with ?



Variety of items.Wife serves all the items you can build your Taco on a reveling tray ( like a Lazy Susan ) - each container in the huge tray that spins ( will take a pic of it) has two large containers one with seasoned spices chop meat another with shredded chicken breast, other smaller containers within the huge tray hold chopped onion, tomato olives, lettuce ( chopped and iceberg sleeves can be place in taco, I like that....jalapeños and a queso sauce.

Build your own.

It’s awesome.
Posted By: hoodlum

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 09/16/18 02:20 AM

Originally Posted by DuesPaid
Originally Posted by hoodlum
Originally Posted by DuesPaid
We did some crowd pleasing tacos tonight, these are the leftovers I will be chomping on later.


Filled with ?



Variety of items.Wife serves all the items you can build your Taco on a reveling tray ( like a Lazy Susan ) - each container in the huge tray that spins ( will take a pic of it) has two large containers one with seasoned spices chop meat another with shredded chicken breast, other smaller containers within the huge tray hold chopped onion, tomato olives, lettuce ( chopped and iceberg sleeves can be place in taco, I like that....jalapeños and a queso sauce.

Build your own.

It’s awesome.

I like that too..I'll b right over..
Posted By: DuesPaid

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 09/18/18 12:19 AM

Originally Posted by hoodlum
Originally Posted by DuesPaid
Originally Posted by hoodlum
Originally Posted by DuesPaid
We did some crowd pleasing tacos tonight, these are the leftovers I will be chomping on later.


Filled with ?



Variety of items.Wife serves all the items you can build your Taco on a reveling tray ( like a Lazy Susan ) - each container in the huge tray that spins ( will take a pic of it) has two large containers one with seasoned spices chop meat another with shredded chicken breast, other smaller containers within the huge tray hold chopped onion, tomato olives, lettuce ( chopped and iceberg sleeves can be place in taco, I like that....jalapeños and a queso sauce.

Build your own.

It’s awesome.

I like that too..I'll b right over..


That would be fun, u get this way or into Manahatten , let me know Hood.
Posted By: DuesPaid

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 09/28/18 10:05 PM

Beef Chow Fun
Posted By: hoodlum

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/13/18 12:49 AM

A simple Lemon Pepper crusted Rainbow Trout w/white asparagus wrapped in" proshutte", & sweet potato gratin.
Posted By: DuesPaid

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/13/18 03:18 AM

Originally Posted by hoodlum
A simple Lemon Pepper crusted Rainbow Trout w/white asparagus wrapped in" proshutte", & sweet potato gratin.



Simple, OMGoodness.

You da Man Chef.

That sounds outstanding.

I am ready for some SeaBass, black seabass in full swing season and Blackfish also.
Any good ideas for prep on those Hood?

I usually just bake with a light brush of butter S&P , sometimes a little Cajun or Cheyenne sprinkle.
Posted By: Irishman12

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/15/18 05:52 PM

Tried out a new recipe yesterday: Cheesy Taco Pasta. Quick and easy to make, just the way I like it.

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Posted By: DuesPaid

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/15/18 10:25 PM

Originally Posted by Irishman12
Tried out a new recipe yesterday: Cheesy Taco Pasta. Quick and easy to make, just the way I like it.



Wow I.... My wife makes that in the winter..... she adds taco seasoning mix to chopmeat and uses that same type of sqiggley pasta and melts the cheese over it.
Posted By: MeyerLansky

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/16/18 03:23 PM

Originally Posted by Irishman12
Tried out a new recipe yesterday: Cheesy Taco Pasta. Quick and easy to make, just the way I like it.

looks good enjoy !
Posted By: Irishman12

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/16/18 06:05 PM

Thanks guys. It was very good!
Posted By: hoodlum

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/18/18 07:38 AM

Originally Posted by DuesPaid
Originally Posted by hoodlum
A simple Lemon Pepper crusted Rainbow Trout w/white asparagus wrapped in" proshutte", & sweet potato gratin.



Simple, OMGoodness.

You da Man Chef.

That sounds outstanding.

I am ready for some SeaBass, black seabass in full swing season and Blackfish also.
Any good ideas for prep on those Hood?

I usually just bake with a light brush of butter S&P , sometimes a little Cajun or Cheyenne sprinkle.

I would also keep it simple, maybe some Paul Prudommes redfish seasoning.
Posted By: DuesPaid

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/18/18 10:37 PM

Originally Posted by hoodlum
Originally Posted by DuesPaid
Originally Posted by hoodlum
A simple Lemon Pepper crusted Rainbow Trout w/white asparagus wrapped in" proshutte", & sweet potato gratin.



Simple, OMGoodness.

You da Man Chef.

That sounds outstanding.

I am ready for some SeaBass, black seabass in full swing season and Blackfish also.
Any good ideas for prep on those Hood?

I usually just bake with a light brush of butter S&P , sometimes a little Cajun or Cheyenne sprinkle.

I would also keep it simple, maybe some Paul Prudommes redfish seasoning.

I will look for it, never had it.

I have had Emerils on shrimp and Chicken, really good.
Posted By: DuesPaid

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/18/18 10:38 PM

Originally Posted by DuesPaid
Originally Posted by hoodlum
Originally Posted by DuesPaid
Originally Posted by hoodlum
A simple Lemon Pepper crusted Rainbow Trout w/white asparagus wrapped in" proshutte", & sweet potato gratin.



Simple, OMGoodness.

You da Man Chef.

That sounds outstanding.

I am ready for some SeaBass, black seabass in full swing season and Blackfish also.
Any good ideas for prep on those Hood?

I usually just bake with a light brush of butter S&P , sometimes a little Cajun or Cheyenne sprinkle.

I would also keep it simple, maybe some Paul Prudommes redfish seasoning.

I will look for it, never had it.

I have had Emerils on shrimp and Chicken, really good.

Just looked it up, I have seen that, will get it next time.
Posted By: DuesPaid

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/23/18 01:26 AM

Wife made a big pot of chili

She makes little shells and we put the spicy chili over it and a little cheddar on top
Posted By: MeyerLansky

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/26/18 08:22 PM

dues my friend are you still eating tahini ?
Posted By: DuesPaid

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/27/18 11:49 PM

Originally Posted by MeyerLansky
dues my friend are you still eating tahini ?


Certainly, I had a lot of it last weekend, was dipping roasted lamb in.
Posted By: MeyerLansky

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/28/18 06:19 PM

ohh nice !
that's one of my favorites sauce
Posted By: hoodlum

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/29/18 12:15 AM

Originally Posted by MeyerLansky
ohh nice !
that's one of my favorites sauce

Tahini rocks! ..specially w/ lamb.
Posted By: DuesPaid

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/29/18 12:26 AM

Yes Sir.

I like Tahini on Potato also
Posted By: hoodlum

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/29/18 12:32 AM

Originally Posted by DuesPaid
Yes Sir.

I like Tahini on Potato also

Originally Posted by DuesPaid
Yes Sir.

I like Tahini on Potato also

Sounds interesting.
Posted By: MeyerLansky

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/29/18 12:47 AM

you guys should try hummus grin that's almost as good as tahini
Posted By: DuesPaid

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/29/18 12:49 AM

Do it.... you could make it great Hood.

Figure a brushed ( EVO) - baked ( 1h20m@400) potato, chopped to a dam near mash ( with Skin) - right out of the oven and drizzled with Tahini, load it into a single short crock, spink of cheddar, broil three min.... serve.
Posted By: hoodlum

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/29/18 12:53 AM

Originally Posted by DuesPaid
Do it.... you could make it great Hood.

Figure a brushed ( EVO) - baked ( 1h20m@400) potato, chopped to a dam near mash ( with Skin) - right out of the oven and drizzled with Tahini, load it into a single short crock, spink of cheddar, broil three min.... serve.

Will do!!!
Posted By: MeyerLansky

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/29/18 12:55 AM

please post a pic ! (both of you !) i'm sure that's going to be good smile
Posted By: Strax

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 11/03/18 04:47 PM

Just realized this thread exists.
[Linked Image]
And some desert:
[Linked Image]
Posted By: MeyerLansky

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 11/03/18 06:59 PM

wow strax that looks amazing !!!
Posted By: DuesPaid

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 11/03/18 07:10 PM

Yes, that is some fine Dining right there.
Posted By: Irishman12

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 11/05/18 01:39 AM

Originally Posted by Strax
Just realized this thread exists.
[Linked Image]
And some desert:
[Linked Image]


What's the first picture of? Looks pretty good.
Posted By: alexandarns

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 11/05/18 06:00 PM

nice Stax, where is this? belgrade?
Posted By: Strax

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 11/07/18 12:53 AM

Originally Posted by alexandarns
nice Stax, where is this? belgrade?



Yes it is in Belgrade,Monument restaurant.

Sorry for non English part,but its easier for me:

Sad ga imas u svakom trznom centru i Admirala Geprata, bio je pre i kod konja u samom centru , ali nije platio onome kome treba da plati ,pa je spaljen.
Posted By: alexandarns

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 11/07/18 10:25 AM

Originally Posted by Strax
Originally Posted by alexandarns
nice Stax, where is this? belgrade?



Yes it is in Belgrade,Monument restaurant.

Sorry for non English part,but its easier for me:

Sad ga imas u svakom trznom centru i Admirala Geprata, bio je pre i kod konja u samom centru , ali nije platio onome kome treba da plati ,pa je spaljen.


Oh okay, i think its opening in Novi Sad too.
Posted By: Strax

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 11/07/18 02:57 PM

Last week barbecue with friends.

[Linked Image]
Posted By: MeyerLansky

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 11/07/18 05:30 PM

wow !!!
looks great !
Posted By: DuesPaid

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 11/08/18 02:39 AM

Yes, I see the ribs, what are the items on left plate and the other on right covered with what I think is greated cheese?
Posted By: Strax

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 11/09/18 06:27 PM

Originally Posted by DuesPaid
Yes, I see the ribs, what are the items on left plate and the other on right covered with what I think is greated cheese?



On the right is Shopska salad, and on the left something like burger but filled with ham & cheese.
Posted By: Strax

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 11/09/18 06:28 PM

Cheesy Taco Pasta,just took picture.

[Linked Image]
Posted By: hoodlum

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 11/09/18 06:51 PM

Originally Posted by DuesPaid
Originally Posted by hoodlum
Originally Posted by DuesPaid
Originally Posted by hoodlum
A simple Lemon Pepper crusted Rainbow Trout w/white asparagus wrapped in" proshutte", & sweet potato gratin.



Simple, OMGoodness.

You da Man Chef.

That sounds outstanding.

I am ready for some SeaBass, black seabass in full swing season and Blackfish also.
Any good ideas for prep on those Hood?

I usually just bake with a light brush of butter S&P , sometimes a little Cajun or Cheyenne sprinkle.

I would also keep it simple, maybe some Paul Prudommes redfish seasoning.

I will look for it, never had it.

I have had Emerils on shrimp and Chicken, really good.

It's basically the same thing Dues....stick w/ Emeril's...as it's easier 2 find & just as good.
Posted By: Irishman12

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 11/09/18 06:52 PM

Originally Posted by Strax
Cheesy Taco Pasta,just took picture.

[Linked Image]


Nice! I cooked that myself about a month ago. Came out great.
Posted By: hoodlum

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 11/09/18 07:08 PM

Originally Posted by Strax
Last week barbecue with friends.

[Linked Image]

Somebody knows what they're doing,,,,especially w/ the old school carrot flower garnishes...good show!
Posted By: Irishman12

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 11/13/18 02:40 AM

Trying out a new recipe tonight: Chicken Parm Stuffed Shells. Very good!

Attached picture IMG-1140.jpg
Posted By: hoodlum

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 11/13/18 02:52 AM

Originally Posted by Irishman12
Trying out a new recipe tonight: Chicken Parm Stuffed Shells. Very good!

I would eat 1 of those right now!
Posted By: MeyerLansky

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 11/13/18 05:43 AM

i am the youngest member on this board (at least i think so, im 23...) and i don't know how to upload a pic grin lol
Posted By: Irishman12

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 11/13/18 07:21 PM

Originally Posted by MeyerLansky
i am the youngest member on this board (at least i think so, im 23...) and i don't know how to upload a pic grin lol


It's cool man. Took me some time too and I've been around here for years. Hit "Use Full Editior" and underneath Post Options, you'll see Attachment Manager. Click on that and that's how you can upload pictures. Be warned though, they have to be within a certain size or they won't post. If that's the case, as was with mine from last night, you can resize them before posting.
Posted By: MeyerLansky

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 11/13/18 07:28 PM

oh oh ok thanks a lot irish !!
Posted By: Irishman12

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 11/13/18 09:44 PM

Originally Posted by MeyerLansky
oh oh ok thanks a lot irish !!


No problem!
Posted By: DuesPaid

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 11/14/18 12:52 AM

Size restriction should be changed.

Sometimes I have a file that cannot even get down to that scrawny regulated size.
I’m sure the site could handle larger
Posted By: DuesPaid

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 11/14/18 12:54 AM

Originally Posted by Irishman12
Trying out a new recipe tonight: Chicken Parm Stuffed Shells. Very good!


Very interesting, sounds good.
How did you prepare the chicken before stuffing?

I think fried cutlets chopped would be awesome
Posted By: Irishman12

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 11/14/18 06:36 PM

Originally Posted by DuesPaid
Originally Posted by Irishman12
Trying out a new recipe tonight: Chicken Parm Stuffed Shells. Very good!


Very interesting, sounds good.
How did you prepare the chicken before stuffing?

I think fried cutlets chopped would be awesome


The recipe just called for 12 oz of breaded chicken (fresh or frozen). So I just got a 14oz bag of frozen chicken tenders and cooked them according to the package (10-12 minutes in the oven).
Posted By: DuesPaid

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 11/15/18 12:21 AM

Originally Posted by Irishman12
Originally Posted by DuesPaid
Originally Posted by Irishman12
Trying out a new recipe tonight: Chicken Parm Stuffed Shells. Very good!


Very interesting, sounds good.
How did you prepare the chicken before stuffing?

I think fried cutlets chopped would be awesome


The recipe just called for 12 oz of breaded chicken (fresh or frozen). So I just got a 14oz bag of frozen chicken tenders and cooked them according to the package (10-12 minutes in the oven).



Nice , perfect
Posted By: Irishman12

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 11/15/18 03:56 PM

Quick and easy, that's what I'm all about. I still have leftovers and I think they are actually better reheated then when I originally made them.
Posted By: VanillaLimeCoke

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 11/21/18 12:57 AM

Left over pizza. No cheese. Just the way I like it.

Tomorrow Stewart’s.
Posted By: DuesPaid

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 11/21/18 01:42 AM

Originally Posted by VanillaLimeCoke
Left over pizza. No cheese. Just the way I like it.

Tomorrow Stewart’s.


No cheese? What was on it?

What is Stewart’s?

Very interested.
Posted By: Strax

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 12/07/18 03:14 PM

Not dinner, but still very good pasta i had few hours ago.

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Posted By: Irishman12

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 12/07/18 05:47 PM

Looks good Strax. What kind of pasta was it?
Posted By: Strax

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 12/08/18 12:49 AM

Carbonara , one of my favorite.
Posted By: Irishman12

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 12/17/18 02:13 AM

Went on that pizza tour DP. We started out at Lombardi's and then the rest of the tour was in Staten Island: Joe and Pat's, Nunzio's and Goodfella's. It was a great time and personally, my favorite was either at Nunzio's or Goodfella's. Then on the way back to Grand Central Station, I swung by McSorley's for the first time and had a few beers. Awesome experience but the place was packed. Good beer that wasn't overpriced though (especially for New York!).
Posted By: DuesPaid

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 12/18/18 04:57 AM

Originally Posted by Irishman12
Went on that pizza tour DP. We started out at Lombardi's and then the rest of the tour was in Staten Island: Joe and Pat's, Nunzio's and Goodfella's. It was a great time and personally, my favorite was either at Nunzio's or Goodfella's. Then on the way back to Grand Central Station, I swung by McSorley's for the first time and had a few beers. Awesome experience but the place was packed. Good beer that wasn't overpriced though (especially for New York!).


You did good, my friends speak highly of those s.i. places.. since I have not gone in many years but heard of the places, through friends who have relocated there I know they are Solid.

McSorleys is a place with great history and always crowded and never a clip joint. The place I mentioned in the past ( Peter McManus) - at 7th and 18th St.has the same History and a bit more authentic due to its clientel.

Very Nice, sounds like fun.
Posted By: Irishman12

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 12/31/18 10:05 PM

Back from Christmas break and starting the week off right: Bacon Shrimp Pasta

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Posted By: DuesPaid

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/01/19 05:30 PM

Originally Posted by Irishman12
Back from Christmas break and starting the week off right: Bacon Shrimp Pasta


Very nice i12, that looks delicious.

Lasagna being made for tonight.
Looking forward to it.

Enjoy,
Posted By: DuesPaid

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/07/19 12:59 AM

Wife made a chicken parm Stromboli today.

It was fantastic.

We had a huge breakfast with friends and she wanted to serve a more snack item for dinner rather than a big Sunday dinner.

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Posted By: Beanshooter

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/07/19 04:21 AM

That looks real good Dues! Love Strombolis and stuffed breads! I actually went on a cruise a few years back and passed the Island of Stromboli near Sicily. Amazing volcano. Heard the residents who live there besides owning their house must own a boat in case they need to evacuate the island because of a major volcano eruption. That volcano has minor eruptions regularly.
Posted By: hoodlum

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/07/19 01:22 PM

Yes Dues , looks yummy..hope she didn't make the dough..would be to much for a relaxing night after going all out on breakfast, Wife & I stole a night out on Sat. to Il Fiore in Collingswood N.J...I ordered (splurged) what turned out 2 b a Flintstones sized Veal chop w/ Porcini Demi Glaze, was awesome, Wife had the Whole Branzino & we ended w/ sharing a Tartufo...nice 2 get away. Got some smoked pork chops 4 2nite , have 2 go out & get some kind of fresh veggies 4 it.
Posted By: DuesPaid

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/07/19 10:57 PM

Originally Posted by Beanshooter
That looks real good Dues! Love Strombolis and stuffed breads! I actually went on a cruise a few years back and passed the Island of Stromboli near Sicily. Amazing volcano. Heard the residents who live there besides owning their house must own a boat in case they need to evacuate the island because of a major volcano eruption. That volcano has minor eruptions regularly.


Thanks Beans.....What a trip, sounds like you had a great time.

Originally Posted by hoodlum
Yes Dues , looks yummy..hope she didn't make the dough..would be to much for a relaxing night after going all out on breakfast, Wife & I stole a night out on Sat. to Il Fiore in Collingswood N.J...I ordered (splurged) what turned out 2 b a Flintstones sized Veal chop w/ Porcini Demi Glaze, was awesome, Wife had the Whole Branzino & we ended w/ sharing a Tartufo...nice 2 get away. Got some smoked pork chops 4 2nite , have 2 go out & get some kind of fresh veggies 4 it.


Thanks Hood, she buys the pizza dough at the bakery.
Glad you two got out and had a nice time, food sounds outstanding.
Posted By: Irishman12

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/08/19 08:04 PM

I tried out a new recipe last night: Italian Chicken Skillet over rice

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Posted By: DuesPaid

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/08/19 11:17 PM

Nice....that looks good i 12
Posted By: Beanshooter

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/09/19 12:15 AM

Really good!
Posted By: hoodlum

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/09/19 12:16 AM

That does look appetizing Irish!
Posted By: Michael_Giovanni

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/09/19 03:01 AM

Looks amazing irishman! Makes me hungry
Posted By: Irishman12

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/09/19 06:08 PM

Thanks guys! Here's the link if anyone was interested: Delish

I get most of my recipes from either Delish or Tasty. I love those places!
Posted By: DuesPaid

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/10/19 02:37 AM

Went bad ass today.

Mc Donalds
Posted By: MeyerLansky

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/11/19 09:41 AM

Originally Posted by DuesPaid
Wife made a chicken parm Stromboli today.

It was fantastic.

We had a huge breakfast with friends and she wanted to serve a more snack item for dinner rather than a big Sunday dinner.




looks great buddy i'm sure it was great also !
Posted By: DuesPaid

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/12/19 04:52 AM

Yes, thanks Meyer.

Tired of eating out or fast food.
Wife has been under the weather and hope she up to cooking this weekend, I want some good food.
Posted By: Michael_Giovanni

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/12/19 04:59 AM

Tonight I had one of my favorite dinners...steak and french fries and cheese cake for dessert.

Finished it with a few glasses of scotch.
Posted By: hoodlum

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/12/19 05:20 AM

Please tell me the ketchup is only on the fries, & not the steak...
Posted By: hoodlum

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/12/19 05:25 AM

Originally Posted by DuesPaid
Yes, thanks Meyer.

Tired of eating out or fast food.
Wife has been under the weather and hope she up to cooking this weekend, I want some good food.


Looks like it's time 4 u 2 step up 2 the plate(no pun intended) buddy..lol.
Posted By: Michael_Giovanni

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/12/19 06:56 AM

Originally Posted by hoodlum
Please tell me the ketchup is only on the fries, & not the steak...


no ketchup for either
Posted By: DuesPaid

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/12/19 08:17 PM

Originally Posted by hoodlum
Please tell me the ketchup is only on the fries, & not the steak...


LoL, I like spicey ranch on fries.

Originally Posted by hoodlum
Originally Posted by DuesPaid
Yes, thanks Meyer.

Tired of eating out or fast food.
Wife has been under the weather and hope she up to cooking this weekend, I want some good food.


Looks like it's time 4 u 2 step up 2 the plate(no pun intended) buddy..lol.


Thats great, Yes, im down to cook but she's picky....sometimes she really likes whatever I cook.


Originally Posted by Michael_Giovanni
Originally Posted by hoodlum
Please tell me the ketchup is only on the fries, & not the steak...


no ketchup for either


Try hot sauce and ranch,,,,,, now I want fries.
LoL
Posted By: hoodlum

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/13/19 04:01 AM

Tonight, the Wife went 2 a company holiday party @ a Marriot where they will (among other things) recognize her 20 yrs. stance as a med tech...she will (much 2 her dismay, she don't like speaking in front of a lot of ppl.) accept a 300$$ cash award 4 her longevity,,& probably have socialize w/ ppl. who talk behind her back in otherwise different circumstances...I..on the other hand, am left 2 my devices & am cooking a veal stew,,& slowly sipping or should I say nursing a pint of Jack Daniels to b eaten 2morrow nite w/ the Wife...Last I heard, wife & my step-daughter r having a good time,,although my step-daughter is attractive,,she can sonar unwanted attention 2 my wife which I worry about..my wife is still a good looking chick @ her age..but I do trust my step 2 wary off unwanted attn...……….then my ole' lady can come home & bang ME!! just kiddin'.....were solid..almost 19 yrs.2 gether..I'd b lost w/out her. Let me go check out the veal stew...later dudes.
Posted By: DuesPaid

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/14/19 04:14 AM

Nice, let us know how the Stew came out, I want to remember to use Veal for a stew.

Congrats to your Wife.

Enjoy Hood
Posted By: Irishman12

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/15/19 03:27 PM

Last night I had Garlicky Shrimp Zucchini Pasta. This was my first time cooking with zucchini noodles, or zoodles, and I quite liked them. A great, healthy alternative to traditional pasta!

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Posted By: hoodlum

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/15/19 06:33 PM

Originally Posted by Irishman12
Last night I had Garlicky Shrimp Zucchini Pasta. This was my first time cooking with zucchini noodles, or zoodles, and I quite liked them. A great, healthy alternative to traditional pasta!

Looks good Irish..my wife recently was gonna buy them frozen , until I reminded her that I have 1 of those Asian gadgets that does the same thing 4 much cheaper..now it's on my list of things to cook 4 the wife, but I think I'll marinate some chicken & cut it on a bias & fan it over the pasta.
Posted By: MeyerLansky

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/17/19 07:36 PM

eating bread with tahini grin i love it !
Posted By: DuesPaid

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/18/19 12:56 AM

Nice.

Wife made a beef stew and we put it over Pennsylvania Dutch Egg noodles.
Man was that good.
Posted By: afriendofours

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/20/19 06:38 PM

McDonalds - Large Big Tasty Meal with Sprite.

Cornerstone of any balanced diet lol
Posted By: DuesPaid

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/20/19 09:09 PM

Originally Posted by afriendofours
McDonalds - Large Big Tasty Meal with Sprite.

Cornerstone of any balanced diet lol


Love Mickie D’s
Posted By: Irishman12

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/20/19 09:57 PM

For lunch (and I'll finish it for dinner) I got a pizza. There's a place by me that's been open about 7 months now and it's one of two places that's as close to New York pizza that I can get by me. Anyway, got a pie half garlic, half fresh basil (I liked the basil side better).
Posted By: hoodlum

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/21/19 09:05 PM

Wife doing Polish kielbasa w/ pierogies & carmelized onions 2nite & we have a pint of Hagen Daas Dulce le Desch W/sea salt caramel dessert
Posted By: Beanshooter

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/21/19 10:53 PM

Caesar salad, Garlic bread, Baked Ziti with a nice Rosso di Montalcino and some home made read pudding for dessert.
Posted By: Irishman12

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/22/19 06:51 PM

Originally Posted by Beanshooter
Caesar salad, Garlic bread, Baked Ziti with a nice Rosso di Montalcino and some home made read pudding for dessert.


Sounds delicious beans.

Last night I had some sriracha shrimp with noodles. The recipe called for udon noodles and this was my first time working with them. Overall, I was quite pleased with it and it had a little bit of heat to it as well.

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Posted By: Beanshooter

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/22/19 07:14 PM

Originally Posted by Irishman12
Originally Posted by Beanshooter
Caesar salad, Garlic bread, Baked Ziti with a nice Rosso di Montalcino and some home made read pudding for dessert.


Sounds delicious beans.

Last night I had some sriracha shrimp with noodles. The recipe called for udon noodles and this was my first time working with them. Overall, I was quite pleased with it and it had a little bit of heat to it as well.



You're killing me Irishman12! That looks really good. Salute!
Posted By: Irishman12

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/22/19 09:08 PM

Originally Posted by Beanshooter
Originally Posted by Irishman12
Originally Posted by Beanshooter
Caesar salad, Garlic bread, Baked Ziti with a nice Rosso di Montalcino and some home made read pudding for dessert.


Sounds delicious beans.

Last night I had some sriracha shrimp with noodles. The recipe called for udon noodles and this was my first time working with them. Overall, I was quite pleased with it and it had a little bit of heat to it as well.



You're killing me Irishman12! That looks really good. Salute!


Appreciate it beans!
Posted By: DuesPaid

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/23/19 03:51 AM

Yeah, really nice i12
Posted By: hoodlum

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/23/19 01:07 PM

Now, these days, they(Green Giant) have a pizza crust made out of cauliflower, so we bought 1 while doing our food shopping over the weekend , so we all know cauliflower doesn't really pair well w/ red sauce , so traditional pizza is out , in keeping w/ the veg & healthy theme..I thought more like some ricotta. spinach, artichoke , lots of fresh garlic, some fresh mozz 4 extra body & maybe a little tiny dice tomato & of course red pepper flake w/ sea salt ...u cant really put 2 much on it as it's a thin crust, & also may b flimsy , so all toppings will b light.....were not doing this till the weekend,so i'll let u know...Slainte!!
Posted By: DuesPaid

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/24/19 02:21 AM

Originally Posted by hoodlum
Now, these days, they(Green Giant) have a pizza crust made out of cauliflower, so we bought 1 while doing our food shopping over the weekend , so we all know cauliflower doesn't really pair well w/ red sauce , so traditional pizza is out , in keeping w/ the veg & healthy theme..I thought more like some ricotta. spinach, artichoke , lots of fresh garlic, some fresh mozz 4 extra body & maybe a little tiny dice tomato & of course red pepper flake w/ sea salt ...u cant really put 2 much on it as it's a thin crust, & also may b flimsy , so all toppings will b light.....were not doing this till the weekend,so i'll let u know...Slainte!!



Looking forward to hearing or seeing it turn out.

I find less is more with any plan.

We did Pork Chops tonight with a very cool side, we sautéed a small onion, put it chopped par boiled potatoes and then added a bag of microwaved peas into the mix, after sauté in all of this together we served it as a side with the chops, I loved it.
Posted By: hoodlum

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/24/19 02:47 PM

Originally Posted by DuesPaid
[quote=hoodlum]Now, these days, they(Green Giant) have a pizza crust made out of cauliflower, so we bought 1 while doing our food shopping over the weekend , so we all know cauliflower doesn't really pair well w/ red sauce , so traditional pizza is out , in keeping w/ the veg & healthy theme..I thought more like some ricotta. spinach, artichoke , lots of fresh garlic, some fresh mozz 4 extra body & maybe a little tiny dice tomato & of course red pepper flake w/ sea salt ...u cant really put 2 much on it as it's a thin crust, & also may b flimsy , so all toppings will b light.....were not doing this till the weekend,so i'll let u know...Slainte!!



Looking forward to hearing or seeing it turn out.

I find less is more with any plan.

We did Pork Chops tonight with a very cool side, we sautéed a small onion, put it chopped par boiled potatoes and then added a bag of microwaved peas into the mix, after sauté in all of this together we served it as a side with the chops, I loved it./quote/
When cooking plain & simple American..we often do rice a roni w/ peas mixed in ….works well & u get both starch & veg in 1 bite.
Posted By: hoodlum

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/24/19 02:49 PM

Originally Posted by hoodlum
Originally Posted by DuesPaid
[quote=hoodlum]Now, these days, they(Green Giant) have a pizza crust made out of cauliflower, so we bought 1 while doing our food shopping over the weekend , so we all know cauliflower doesn't really pair well w/ red sauce , so traditional pizza is out , in keeping w/ the veg & healthy theme..I thought more like some ricotta. spinach, artichoke , lots of fresh garlic, some fresh mozz 4 extra body & maybe a little tiny dice tomato & of course red pepper flake w/ sea salt ...u cant really put 2 much on it as it's a thin crust, & also may b flimsy , so all toppings will b light.....were not doing this till the weekend,so i'll let u know...Slainte!!



Looking forward to hearing or seeing it turn out.

I find less is more with any plan.

We did Pork Chops tonight with a very cool side, we sautéed a small onion, put it chopped par boiled potatoes and then added a bag of microwaved peas into the mix, after sauté in all of this together we served it as a side with the chops, I loved it./quote/
When cooking plain & simple American..we often do rice a roni w/ peas mixed in ….works well & u get both starch & veg in 1 bite.

somehow messed up that last post Dues..
Posted By: MeyerLansky

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/25/19 11:29 AM

Today I'm eating one of my favorite food
Potatoes!!!
Posted By: hoodlum

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/25/19 03:30 PM

While running errands this morning, I cheated & bought a SINFUL delight that is not good 4 the weight ...1 of my favorites... .BUTTERCAKE!!! the wife knows I've been a good boy (foot & back massages etc.)..so she'll let me slide on this one, besides ,I don't say shit 2 her when she indulges on savory junkfoods (chips & cheese pretzels etc.)...cant wait 4 dessert 2 nite.
Posted By: DuesPaid

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/26/19 01:09 AM

Originally Posted by MeyerLansky
Today I'm eating one of my favorite food
Potatoes!!!


Funny , when I was younger , I could give two shits about Potato, bread , pasta and cakes.... now older.... its all I want and dream of.

Originally Posted by hoodlum
While running errands this morning, I cheated & bought a SINFUL delight that is not good 4 the weight ...1 of my favorites... .BUTTERCAKE!!! the wife knows I've been a good boy (foot & back massages etc.)..so she'll let me slide on this one, besides ,I don't say shit 2 her when she indulges on savory junkfoods (chips & cheese pretzels etc.)...cant wait 4 dessert 2 nite.


Good for you Hood, ENJOY.

What is it,,, like a pound cake? I think we called that Pound Cake.... yes Butter cake.... right.
Posted By: DuesPaid

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/27/19 08:34 PM

When I was kid and my Mother was going out, my Da would cook us kids dinner, they were always the best and always the same.

He would chop up a bunch of Onions fry them up in a huge pan with tons of butter, then trough in hamburgers he hand made.
Throw the burger cut in half on some really good local Italian bread smother it with fried onions and salt the heck out of it, he would put the smallest amount of mayo one side and ketchup the other side. It was Fantastic.

I am doing that shortly for my Wife for Dinner. Its the easiest simple thing to do.
We were a bit sauced out for pasta today so she asked...” Will you make me your Da’s pan burgers” ....... hearing that I ran out of the house like a flash to get the bread.

Here’s to great memories, good times and food.
Posted By: Irishman12

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/27/19 10:17 PM

Originally Posted by DuesPaid
When I was kid and my Mother was going out, my Da would cook us kids dinner, they were always the best and always the same.

He would chop up a bunch of Onions fry them up in a huge pan with tons of butter, then trough in hamburgers he hand made.
Throw the burger cut in half on some really good local Italian bread smother it with fried onions and salt the heck out of it, he would put the smallest amount of mayo one side and ketchup the other side. It was Fantastic.

I am doing that shortly for my Wife for Dinner. Its the easiest simple thing to do.
We were a bit sauced out for pasta today so she asked...” Will you make me your Da’s pan burgers” ....... hearing that I ran out of the house like a flash to get the bread.

Here’s to great memories, good times and food.






Sounds awesome DP. Enjoy and if you could, post a pic. I'd be curious to see how they turn out please.
Posted By: DuesPaid

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/27/19 11:13 PM

Originally Posted by Irishman12
Originally Posted by DuesPaid




Sounds awesome DP. Enjoy and if you could, post a pic. I'd be curious to see how they turn out please.



You Got it i12......

Here ya go......

So Good. The only thing I forgot to mention was the Cheddar Cheese, I like to use Vermont sharp yellow.

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Posted By: Irishman12

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/27/19 11:27 PM

Wow, that looks amazing DP! Getting me hungry.
Posted By: Beanshooter

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/27/19 11:39 PM

Loving that Dues. Interesting twist with the mayo on one side. Have to try that! Beer or wine with that?
Posted By: Beanshooter

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/27/19 11:41 PM

Did you add cheese on that dues?
Posted By: DuesPaid

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/28/19 01:39 AM

Originally Posted by Irishman12
Wow, that looks amazing DP! Getting me hungry.


Thanks i12, do it up, its so easy.


Originally Posted by Beanshooter
Did you add cheese on that dues?


Hi Beans, yes Sir, forgot to mention that in first post.... I like the Sharp yELLOW CHEDDAR with onions and beef but any cheese on hand will do.
Posted By: Beanshooter

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/28/19 08:12 PM

Nice Dues! Going to make it this week!
Posted By: DuesPaid

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/29/19 01:18 AM

Enjoy Beans.....

Tonight I made some Thai Chicken.

Took two breast, glazed it in Thai chili sauce placed in a baking dish oven at 400 for 50 minutes.
Comes out perfect. Let it stand for 5 min and sliced it up.

Made some stove top stuffing and mixed veggies carrots & beans actually.

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Posted By: Irishman12

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/29/19 07:06 PM

Looks good DP!

Last night I made some Buffalo Mac & Cheese with bacon. Sauce was made from scratch. Not too bad honestly.
Posted By: DuesPaid

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/30/19 01:35 AM

Originally Posted by Irishman12
Looks good DP!

Last night I made some Buffalo Mac & Cheese with bacon. Sauce was made from scratch. Not too bad honestly.


Sounds great.

I roasted a chicken and served it with a Sweet potato and asparagus.

Making chicken soup with the bones now for tomorrow.

Enjoy.
Posted By: Irishman12

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/05/19 07:08 PM

Last night was a healthy alternative to spaghetti and meatballs: zoodles with ground chicken meatballs (threw on some Parmesan cheese in the photo). Came out pretty good.

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Posted By: DuesPaid

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/06/19 04:55 PM

Originally Posted by Irishman12
Last night was a healthy alternative to spaghetti and meatballs: zoodles with ground chicken meatballs (threw on some Parmesan cheese in the photo). Came out pretty good.

Originally Posted by Irishman12
Last night was a healthy alternative to spaghetti and meatballs: zoodles with ground chicken meatballs (threw on some Parmesan cheese in the photo). Came out pretty good.



Wow,, that looks great i12
Posted By: DuesPaid

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/06/19 04:56 PM

Not sure why that copied twice.
Posted By: Irishman12

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/06/19 07:30 PM

Originally Posted by DuesPaid
Originally Posted by Irishman12
Last night was a healthy alternative to spaghetti and meatballs: zoodles with ground chicken meatballs (threw on some Parmesan cheese in the photo). Came out pretty good.

Originally Posted by Irishman12
Last night was a healthy alternative to spaghetti and meatballs: zoodles with ground chicken meatballs (threw on some Parmesan cheese in the photo). Came out pretty good.



Wow,, that looks great i12


Thanks DP. I don't mind the zoodles, only problem is they can be too crunchy and cold. I tried cooking these in the pan more (5-7 minutes on medium-high heat) but you have to be careful and not overcook them. Then they'll turn mushy but I do like it as a way to get more vegetables in my diet.
Posted By: DuesPaid

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/07/19 12:47 AM

Yes, I enjoy veggies. Ive seen this being done and it looks good, not tried though but I think yours looks great.

This seams like something I would try dinning out but your brave to take that on, nice job.
Posted By: Irishman12

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/07/19 06:36 PM

Originally Posted by DuesPaid
Yes, I enjoy veggies. Ive seen this being done and it looks good, not tried though but I think yours looks great.

This seams like something I would try dinning out but your brave to take that on, nice job.


You should give it a shot. Don't be scared of it! Honestly, I had some of the leftovers last night and it was actually better. I know traditional pasta is when refrigerating it but I didn't know the same would apply to zoodles.
Posted By: DuesPaid

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/08/19 01:20 AM

I am not sure I have the correct attachment to make the zucchini come out that thin. I will check.

Lately I keep forgetting to take pics of food, hate that. Love to post and share.
Will try to remember.

Wife made a baked Ziti today.
Posted By: Moe_Tilden

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/08/19 01:59 AM

Imagine how shittier life would be without Italian cuisine.

I could live on espresso, cappuccino, pizza, pasta, bruschetta and biscotti.
Posted By: DuesPaid

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/08/19 02:31 AM

I need other things though.

Love me some Polish Kielbosa on Sundays with Eggs.

They all eat the bacon and whack up the sauceige in the eggs.
Love it.
Posted By: Irishman12

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/08/19 05:43 PM

Originally Posted by Moe_Tilden
Imagine how shittier life would be without Italian cuisine.

I could live on pizza


This is all I need with a nice cold brew and I'm set for life.
Posted By: DuesPaid

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/09/19 12:50 AM

Picked up some bread at the bakery and made a huge sandwich with garden vinegar peppers I packed in the fall.

My bro was slicing some fresh prosciutto on his counter, thing was awesome, Just like the ones that hang in pork stores.

Wife had the new McDonalds item, bacon cheese fries..... she said they were alright but not great.
I passed on that.
Posted By: hoodlum

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/09/19 04:00 AM

Originally Posted by DuesPaid
Picked up some bread at the bakery and made a huge sandwich with garden vinegar peppers I packed in the fall.

My bro was slicing some fresh prosciutto on his counter, thing was awesome, Just like the ones that hang in pork stores.

Wife had the new McDonalds item, bacon cheese fries..... she said they were alright but not great.
I passed on that.



That's exactly how I like my Italian sandwiches..packed w/ vinegary peppers & good meat & cheese..sharper the better & whatever makes your nostrils open..good deal Dues.
Posted By: DuesPaid

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/09/19 04:39 PM

Originally Posted by hoodlum
Originally Posted by DuesPaid
Picked up some bread at the bakery and made a huge sandwich with garden vinegar peppers I packed in the fall.

My bro was slicing some fresh prosciutto on his counter, thing was awesome, Just like the ones that hang in pork stores.

Wife had the new McDonalds item, bacon cheese fries..... she said they were alright but not great.
I passed on that.



That's exactly how I like my Italian sandwiches..packed w/ vinegary peppers & good meat & cheese..sharper the better & whatever makes your nostrils open..good deal Dues.


Yeah man, they were good, the garden peppers are funny though, some are really hot and others are not at all hot, but I like that.

it was so friggin good, I just had another smaller sandwich for breakfast.

Wife was laughing her ass off. She said, what the heck, your still eating samwithces.

I said... Yup.
Posted By: Irishman12

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/10/19 11:28 PM

Met some friends for lunch today and had great Mediterranean food (buffet style). That was lunch and dinner.
Posted By: DuesPaid

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/11/19 01:00 AM

Originally Posted by Irishman12
Met some friends for lunch today and had great Mediterranean food (buffet style). That was lunch and dinner.



Sounds good, I had Lamb chops today.
Posted By: Irishman12

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/12/19 06:29 PM

Originally Posted by DuesPaid
Originally Posted by Irishman12
Met some friends for lunch today and had great Mediterranean food (buffet style). That was lunch and dinner.



Sounds good, I had Lamb chops today.


It was very good and I'll be going back there again. Hadn't had Mediterranean food in months. I overate but it's healthier option and not greasy at all.
Posted By: DuesPaid

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/13/19 01:02 AM

Steak, Sprouts and Cheddar Frittata.

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Posted By: hoodlum

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/13/19 05:05 PM

Originally Posted by DuesPaid
Steak, Sprouts and Cheddar Frittata.


That actually looks pretty good, did u bake in the oven w/ egg?..brown the meat 1rst? Nice Dues.
Posted By: MeyerLansky

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/13/19 08:02 PM

Originally Posted by DuesPaid
Steak, Sprouts and Cheddar Frittata.


enjoy dues !
Posted By: Beanshooter

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/13/19 10:35 PM

That looks really good Dues! I like that Brussels sprout touch!
Posted By: DuesPaid

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/14/19 02:02 AM

Originally Posted by hoodlum
Originally Posted by DuesPaid
Steak, Sprouts and Cheddar Frittata.


That actually looks pretty good, did u bake in the oven w/ egg?..brown the meat 1rst? Nice Dues.

Originally Posted by MeyerLansky
Originally Posted by DuesPaid
Steak, Sprouts and Cheddar Frittata.


enjoy dues !

Originally Posted by Beanshooter
That looks really good Dues! I like that Brussels sprout touch!



Thanks Guys...but I cannot take all the credit here. I did make it but from my Wife’s Leftovers.
They call me the King of Leftovers since I love taking items that have been from the nights before dinner and making something of it New, the next daylight.

I took the left over veggies (Brussels Sprouts), and put them in the same pan a few eggs were cooked in at breakfast, I then threw into the same pan, sliced steak and sautéed it on medium for 15 minutes or more unattended, mixing wen I thought to go back.
Then I wiped up an egg with a dash of milk and poured it all over what was cooking, lowering the heat to low, hitting it with salt and heavy pepper. THe n let that sit for another 5 minutes on low and spred some cheddar on top for another low roast sitting with power off since it will remain hot enough to melt the cheese.

After sitting a few minutes it will spatula off on to plate in one piece.

Enjoy.
Posted By: Irishman12

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/17/19 11:35 PM

Little Caesar's recently came back with their pretzel crust pizza (it's been a number of years since they last offered it). I'd had it before but they use a cheddar cheese sauce on it, which I don't like (I prefer the regular marinara sauce). I have 2 Little Caesar's by me and 1 wouldn't substitute the cheddar for marinara sauce, saying they "had" to use the cheddar. The other one by me switched it out no problem. So I called that one today and they used the marinara rather than the cheddar sauce. Plus, got ham on it instead of pepperoni and I got it stuffed crust (this was my first time trying their pretzel stuff crust). And since I hardly go to Little Caesar's I also got some crazy bread and sauce. Overall, the pizza wasn't too bad and I've got leftovers for tomorrow.
Posted By: DuesPaid

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/18/19 11:55 PM

Originally Posted by Irishman12
Little Caesar's recently came back with their pretzel crust pizza (it's been a number of years since they last offered it). I'd had it before but they use a cheddar cheese sauce on it, which I don't like (I prefer the regular marinara sauce). I have 2 Little Caesar's by me and 1 wouldn't substitute the cheddar for marinara sauce, saying they "had" to use the cheddar. The other one by me switched it out no problem. So I called that one today and they used the marinara rather than the cheddar sauce. Plus, got ham on it instead of pepperoni and I got it stuffed crust (this was my first time trying their pretzel stuff crust). And since I hardly go to Little Caesar's I also got some crazy bread and sauce. Overall, the pizza wasn't too bad and I've got leftovers for tomorrow.



Nice, I see the commercials but we do not have them around me,

I had Wendys burgers today, have not had it in long time.
Yes Burgers... I ate two but I don’t eat fries when I DO. Had the awesome Bacon cheese and a classic single.
Posted By: Irishman12

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/19/19 04:05 PM

Wendy's is good but I never go there for some reason. I loved their Baconator when it first came out. Since then they've changed it up (which I don't like). When it first came out it was 3 patties plus 6 strips of bacon. Easy enough. Now you've got the single, double or triple and of course the pricing has gone up. I think for the original Baconator (which is the triple) it's like $9/$10!
Posted By: DuesPaid

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/20/19 02:04 AM

Originally Posted by Irishman12
Wendy's is good but I never go there for some reason. I loved their Baconator when it first came out. Since then they've changed it up (which I don't like). When it first came out it was 3 patties plus 6 strips of bacon. Easy enough. Now you've got the single, double or triple and of course the pricing has gone up. I think for the original Baconator (which is the triple) it's like $9/$10!


I was thinking the same thing yesterday... where did this Son of Baconator come from ( Single burger) . Wowever my wife likes that one better but the prices have seamed to raise.

I got three burgers one large fri , vanillas frosty and a 10 piece chicken nugget for $27 and change.
The burgers are at least 6 bucks and up each.
Posted By: Irishman12

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/20/19 08:00 PM

Originally Posted by DuesPaid
Originally Posted by Irishman12
Wendy's is good but I never go there for some reason. I loved their Baconator when it first came out. Since then they've changed it up (which I don't like). When it first came out it was 3 patties plus 6 strips of bacon. Easy enough. Now you've got the single, double or triple and of course the pricing has gone up. I think for the original Baconator (which is the triple) it's like $9/$10!


I was thinking the same thing yesterday... where did this Son of Baconator come from ( Single burger) . Wowever my wife likes that one better but the prices have seamed to raise.

I got three burgers one large fri , vanillas frosty and a 10 piece chicken nugget for $27 and change.
The burgers are at least 6 bucks and up each.


Yeah Wendy's is good but a little bit pricey. I'm still surprised Wendy's doesn't do breakfast. I think they're missing out on a potential market for them, especially when their main competitors (Burger King and McDonald's offer it). I used to work next to a Wendy's and was pretty good friends with a manager their. They were supposed to test a breakfast menu there, had the signs and everything but it never rolled out for some reason. Plus, Wendy's I don't believe has any type of value or dollar menu either like Burger King and McDonald's do.
Posted By: DuesPaid

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/21/19 01:30 AM

I think I like Burger King Best.
Posted By: Irishman12

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/21/19 04:52 PM

Originally Posted by DuesPaid
I think I like Burger King Best.


Me too, their Whopper is really good. And for 2 for $6 isn't a bad deal at all.
Posted By: Irishman12

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/23/19 08:55 PM

Had a quick, easy and light dinner last night: Roasted Shrimp and Veggie Salad. Turned out better than I thought it would!

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Posted By: DuesPaid

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/24/19 01:04 AM

Originally Posted by Irishman12
Had a quick, easy and light dinner last night: Roasted Shrimp and Veggie Salad. Turned out better than I thought it would!


Looks Great.

I had shrimp tonight also, shrimp wrapped in bacon, baked and served over a bed of garlic & oil fresh spinach with a side of pasta.
Posted By: Irishman12

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/24/19 09:22 PM

Originally Posted by DuesPaid
Originally Posted by Irishman12
Had a quick, easy and light dinner last night: Roasted Shrimp and Veggie Salad. Turned out better than I thought it would!


Looks Great.

I had shrimp tonight also, shrimp wrapped in bacon, baked and served over a bed of garlic & oil fresh spinach with a side of pasta.


Oof, sounds a lot better than mine DP.
Posted By: DuesPaid

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/25/19 12:27 AM

Originally Posted by Irishman12
Originally Posted by DuesPaid
Originally Posted by Irishman12
Had a quick, easy and light dinner last night: Roasted Shrimp and Veggie Salad. Turned out better than I thought it would!


Looks Great.

I had shrimp tonight also, shrimp wrapped in bacon, baked and served over a bed of garlic & oil fresh spinach with a side of pasta.


Oof, sounds a lot better than mine DP.



Yours Much better since mine was at a Resturant and I always favor homemade over any Resturants food.
Posted By: Irishman12

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 03/04/19 01:03 AM

First time using a slow cooker, tonight I made Slow-Cooker Buffalo Chicken sliders

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Posted By: DuesPaid

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 03/04/19 03:44 PM

Originally Posted by Irishman12
First time using a slow cooker, tonight I made Slow-Cooker Buffalo Chicken sliders



They look great i12

Nice
Posted By: Irishman12

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 03/04/19 05:35 PM

Originally Posted by DuesPaid
Originally Posted by Irishman12
First time using a slow cooker, tonight I made Slow-Cooker Buffalo Chicken sliders



They look great i12

Nice


Thanks DP. They weren't dried out which I was happy with, although I could have used some more seasoning than the recipe called for. Next time around I'll have to keep that in mind.
Posted By: Strax

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 03/13/19 12:28 AM

First burger: Young beef. Lettuce, pickles, grilled cheese, special Submarine sauce
Second burger: young beef. Lettuce, smoked pancetta, grilled smoked cheese, BBQ sauce mayo
Third burger: young beef, fresh tomato, fresh rocket, slices Grana Padano cheese, Genovez pesto sauce
The fries : Potato, chunks of smoked sausage, BBQ mayo sauce

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Posted By: DuesPaid

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 03/13/19 01:05 AM

Originally Posted by Strax
First burger: Young beef. Lettuce, pickles, grilled cheese, special Submarine sauce
Second burger: young beef. Lettuce, smoked pancetta, grilled smoked cheese, BBQ sauce mayo
Third burger: young beef, fresh tomato, fresh rocket, slices Grana Padano cheese, Genovez pesto sauce
The fries : Potato, chunks of smoked sausage, BBQ mayo sauce

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Wow, Strax......that looks and sounds outstanding.
Posted By: Irishman12

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 03/13/19 02:15 AM

Originally Posted by DuesPaid
Originally Posted by Strax
First burger: Young beef. Lettuce, pickles, grilled cheese, special Submarine sauce
Second burger: young beef. Lettuce, smoked pancetta, grilled smoked cheese, BBQ sauce mayo
Third burger: young beef, fresh tomato, fresh rocket, slices Grana Padano cheese, Genovez pesto sauce
The fries : Potato, chunks of smoked sausage, BBQ mayo sauce

[Linked Image]


Wow, Strax......that looks and sounds outstanding.



I second that. Where was this?
Posted By: DuesPaid

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 03/15/19 12:05 AM

Fixed DW a salad and some sliced lamb with tahini sauce for dinner.
Posted By: DuesPaid

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 03/29/19 11:36 PM

Home made tacos, lots of fun and tasty
Posted By: Irishman12

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 03/31/19 08:10 PM

Since it's back on the menu, going to KFC tonight to have their Chicken and Waffles again. I went at the beginning of the year when I got back from the holidays because I kept seeing the commercials but the KFC by me said they were all out. Hopefully I'll have better luck tonight.
Posted By: DuesPaid

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 03/31/19 11:40 PM

Originally Posted by Irishman12
Since it's back on the menu, going to KFC tonight to have their Chicken and Waffles again. I went at the beginning of the year when I got back from the holidays because I kept seeing the commercials but the KFC by me said they were all out. Hopefully I'll have better luck tonight.


DW wants to try them.

Were you able to get them i12?

Had some shrimp Parm tonight, really good. Now enjoying some coffee and cake.
Posted By: Irishman12

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 04/01/19 12:37 AM

Originally Posted by DuesPaid
Originally Posted by Irishman12
Since it's back on the menu, going to KFC tonight to have their Chicken and Waffles again. I went at the beginning of the year when I got back from the holidays because I kept seeing the commercials but the KFC by me said they were all out. Hopefully I'll have better luck tonight.


DW wants to try them.

Were you able to get them i12?

Had some shrimp Parm tonight, really good. Now enjoying some coffee and cake.


Yes, I was able to get them again. I'm not sure how long they're going to be back but if you're interested, I'd say give them a try.
Posted By: DuesPaid

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 04/01/19 07:35 PM

Nice, wife not interested in dinner tonight. Maybe I'll go gather and try them.
Posted By: Irishman12

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 04/01/19 08:23 PM

Originally Posted by DuesPaid
Nice, wife not interested in dinner tonight. Maybe I'll go gather and try them.


Enjoy. Let us know what you think if you do.
Posted By: DuesPaid

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 04/02/19 12:30 AM

Originally Posted by Irishman12
Originally Posted by DuesPaid
Nice, wife not interested in dinner tonight. Maybe I'll go gather and try them.


Enjoy. Let us know what you think if you do.


It did not work out, had to finish up some work stuff and grabbed a Big Mac & vanilla shake since it was quicker and easier.

I’ll get there
Posted By: Irishman12

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 04/02/19 07:13 PM

Originally Posted by DuesPaid
Originally Posted by Irishman12
Originally Posted by DuesPaid
Nice, wife not interested in dinner tonight. Maybe I'll go gather and try them.


Enjoy. Let us know what you think if you do.


It did not work out, had to finish up some work stuff and grabbed a Big Mac & vanilla shake since it was quicker and easier.

I’ll get there


Not a problem. Enjoy it when you do and let us know.
Posted By: DuesPaid

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 04/03/19 12:07 AM

Will do, probably next week. We roasted some chicken tonight, it was good.

I prefer cooking at home but enjoy when I get to eat fast foods sometimes.
Posted By: Irishman12

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 04/03/19 05:20 PM

Originally Posted by DuesPaid
Will do, probably next week. We roasted some chicken tonight, it was good.

I prefer cooking at home but enjoy when I get to eat fast foods sometimes.


I cook during the week and only eat out on Sunday's. It's nice because I still get to do it but I limit myself.
Posted By: DuesPaid

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 04/04/19 12:16 AM

Originally Posted by Irishman12
Originally Posted by DuesPaid
Will do, probably next week. We roasted some chicken tonight, it was good.

I prefer cooking at home but enjoy when I get to eat fast foods sometimes.


I cook during the week and only eat out on Sunday's. It's nice because I still get to do it but I limit myself.


Same but Saturdays, sometimes another day if things are hectic during week.
Posted By: MeyerLansky

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 04/28/19 01:21 AM

i ate tons of potatoes this week
Posted By: DuesPaid

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 04/29/19 03:28 AM

Originally Posted by MeyerLansky
i ate tons of potatoes this week



Eat em up
Posted By: Irishman12

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 04/29/19 06:43 PM

Forgot to post what I made for the first time last week: Lemon-Butter Salmon Pasta. First time cooking with salmon. It turned out pretty good but I think I overcooked it a little as it came out a little dry.

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Posted By: DuesPaid

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 04/29/19 11:56 PM

Originally Posted by Irishman12
Forgot to post what I made for the first time last week: Lemon-Butter Salmon Pasta. First time cooking with salmon. It turned out pretty good but I think I overcooked it a little as it came out a little dry.


That looks great i12

Really good.
Posted By: Irishman12

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 05/02/19 06:37 PM

Originally Posted by DuesPaid
Originally Posted by Irishman12
Forgot to post what I made for the first time last week: Lemon-Butter Salmon Pasta. First time cooking with salmon. It turned out pretty good but I think I overcooked it a little as it came out a little dry.


That looks great i12

Really good.


Thanks DP!
Posted By: Irishman12

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 06/11/19 05:22 PM

Tried a new recipe last night and it came out pretty good! Shrimp Pasta with creamy mozzarella sauce

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Posted By: Mikey_Sunset

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 06/13/19 07:33 PM

Originally Posted by Irishman12
Tried a new recipe last night and it came out pretty good! Shrimp Pasta with creamy mozzarella sauce


That looks freakin' delicious! If you get a minute and assuming it's not a family secret what's your recipe for the mozzarella sauce? In your pic it looks creamy but when I've tried to make a mozzarella or pecorino sauce it tends to come out "stretchy". Good for a pizza, lasagna or baked ziti but not so much for a pasta dish.
Posted By: Irishman12

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 06/13/19 08:27 PM

Originally Posted by Mikey_Sunset
Originally Posted by Irishman12
Tried a new recipe last night and it came out pretty good! Shrimp Pasta with creamy mozzarella sauce


That looks freakin' delicious! If you get a minute and assuming it's not a family secret what's your recipe for the mozzarella sauce? In your pic it looks creamy but when I've tried to make a mozzarella or pecorino sauce it tends to come out "stretchy". Good for a pizza, lasagna or baked ziti but not so much for a pasta dish.


Here you go and enjoy!

Recipe
Posted By: DuesPaid

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 06/13/19 11:41 PM

Originally Posted by Irishman12
Originally Posted by Mikey_Sunset
Originally Posted by Irishman12
Tried a new recipe last night and it came out pretty good! Shrimp Pasta with creamy mozzarella sauce


That looks freakin' delicious! If you get a minute and assuming it's not a family secret what's your recipe for the mozzarella sauce? In your pic it looks creamy but when I've tried to make a mozzarella or pecorino sauce it tends to come out "stretchy". Good for a pizza, lasagna or baked ziti but not so much for a pasta dish.


Here you go and enjoy!

Recipe



Very nice, thanks for the share i12
Posted By: Mikey_Sunset

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 06/14/19 01:09 AM

Thanks!
Posted By: Irishman12

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 06/14/19 06:23 PM

No problem. Enjoy fellas
Posted By: DuesPaid

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 06/15/19 02:19 AM

Had a very desirable Lobster Roll today.

This place on Long Island makes the best, not all that chopped and mush crap, large pieces of lobster in a very light dressing with finely thin sliced celery.
Served on a croissant 🥐.
Outstanding.
Posted By: Irishman12

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 06/15/19 01:57 PM

Originally Posted by DuesPaid
Had a very desirable Lobster Roll today.

This place on Long Island makes the best, not all that chopped and mush crap, large pieces of lobster in a very light dressing with finely thin sliced celery.
Served on a croissant 🥐.
Outstanding.


Wow, sounds amazing DP!
Posted By: DuesPaid

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 06/16/19 12:13 AM

Originally Posted by Irishman12
Originally Posted by DuesPaid
Had a very desirable Lobster Roll today.

This place on Long Island makes the best, not all that chopped and mush crap, large pieces of lobster in a very light dressing with finely thin sliced celery.
Served on a croissant 🥐.
Outstanding.


Wow, sounds amazing DP!


It really is , a hidden treasure.... if ever round here you must make sure to hit me up and we go.
Its a Summer thing, they only serve it for a few Months a year.
Posted By: Irishman12

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 06/16/19 09:19 PM

Originally Posted by DuesPaid
Originally Posted by Irishman12
Originally Posted by DuesPaid
Had a very desirable Lobster Roll today.

This place on Long Island makes the best, not all that chopped and mush crap, large pieces of lobster in a very light dressing with finely thin sliced celery.
Served on a croissant 🥐.
Outstanding.


Wow, sounds amazing DP!


It really is , a hidden treasure.... if ever round here you must make sure to hit me up and we go.
Its a Summer thing, they only serve it for a few Months a year.



I'm never up there during the summer. Only at Christmas time.
Posted By: DuesPaid

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 06/16/19 11:24 PM

Originally Posted by Irishman12
Originally Posted by DuesPaid
Originally Posted by Irishman12
Originally Posted by DuesPaid
Had a very desirable Lobster Roll today.

This place on Long Island makes the best, not all that chopped and mush crap, large pieces of lobster in a very light dressing with finely thin sliced celery.
Served on a croissant 🥐.
Outstanding.


Wow, sounds amazing DP!


It really is , a hidden treasure.... if ever round here you must make sure to hit me up and we go.
Its a Summer thing, they only serve it for a few Months a year.



I'm never up there during the summer. Only at Christmas time.


Ya never know
Things Change
Posted By: hoodlum

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 06/20/19 01:05 AM

1rst of all gents...I know the saying " When in Rome"..but a TRUE lobster ROLL goes on a grilled large hot dog bun split ON THE TOP...2nd... shellfish & cheese DO NOT theoretically go 2 gether...if u were in a old Italiano's grandmas house & u asked 4 cheese 2 go w/ ur shrimp or clams especially...she would have her son's throw u out..just the same if u asked 4 a glass of milk after eating pasta...
Posted By: DuesPaid

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 06/24/19 01:20 AM

Originally Posted by hoodlum
1rst of all gents...I know the saying " When in Rome"..but a TRUE lobster ROLL goes on a grilled large hot dog bun split ON THE TOP...2nd... shellfish & cheese DO NOT theoretically go 2 gether...if u were in a old Italiano's grandmas house & u asked 4 cheese 2 go w/ ur shrimp or clams especially...she would have her son's throw u out..just the same if u asked 4 a glass of milk after eating pasta...



Hood, agree regarding the cheese and Milk but had Loster rolls on Hot dog buns for years and luv it,,,,, the croissant thing is not unique and should be tried.
Adds and very soft and light sweetness to it all.
Very tasty.

Had some King Crab Legs tonight a a local place on the Water. Man ...Thayer were fantastic....served with corn on the cob and roasted cut up and seasoned potatoes.
Huge serving, brought half of them Home and will have with a Q’d steak tomorrow
Posted By: DuesPaid

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 06/26/19 12:06 AM

Egg roll , dumplings and roast Pork mei fun.

Do not have Chinese food often but we did tonight and it was really good.
Posted By: MeyerLansky

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 06/27/19 10:46 PM

about to eat later rice with beans
Posted By: DuesPaid

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 06/28/19 12:26 AM

Wife made a meat sauce and served it over Rigatoni.
Posted By: Irishman12

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 07/02/19 05:41 PM

Tried a new recipe last night: Whole Wheat Fusilli with Mushrooms and Roasted Butternut Squash

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Posted By: DuesPaid

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 07/04/19 12:38 AM

Originally Posted by Irishman12
Tried a new recipe last night: Whole Wheat Fusilli with Mushrooms and Roasted Butternut Squash



That’s some reall healthy recipe right there.

I am not a fan of Whole wheat pastas but this looks and sounds great.
Posted By: Irishman12

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 07/05/19 04:56 PM

Originally Posted by DuesPaid
Originally Posted by Irishman12
Tried a new recipe last night: Whole Wheat Fusilli with Mushrooms and Roasted Butternut Squash



That’s some reall healthy recipe right there.

I am not a fan of Whole wheat pastas but this looks and sounds great.


It was, thanks. The recipe called for the whole wheat pasta so I wanted to give it a shot since it was my first time making it (healthier too!)
Posted By: DuesPaid

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 07/05/19 11:55 PM

Went to a July 4th party yesterday and did not even get a hot dog.

All the food was great but man....i gotta have a grilled dog on the 4th.

So I made some tonight, wife had sabbret, I had the big Hot spicey dog.
Posted By: hoodlum

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 07/06/19 05:45 AM

Originally Posted by DuesPaid
Went to a July 4th party yesterday and did not even get a hot dog.

All the food was great but man....i gotta have a grilled dog on the 4th.

So I made some tonight, wife had sabbret, I had the big Hot spicey dog.

My man Dues....I wish u were there (here)...had London Broil marinated overnite in Asian spices & oils ...as well as American foods as Grilled Hebrew National hot dogs...Lamb burgers...W/greek Mayo..( Tzaiki sauce)…& my my wife's famous potato salad...luv u man & miss u dude..send peace 2 the wife & family.

























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All the food was great but man....i gotta have a grilled dog on the 4th.

So I made some tonight, wife had sabbret, I had the big Hot spicey dog.[/quote]
Posted By: Irishman12

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 07/06/19 06:23 PM

Originally Posted by DuesPaid
Went to a July 4th party yesterday and did not even get a hot dog.

All the food was great but man....i gotta have a grilled dog on the 4th.

So I made some tonight, wife had sabbret, I had the big Hot spicey dog.


You and me both. I was craving one on Thursday as well and didn't get one. Oh well, still enjoyed spending time with friends!
Posted By: DuesPaid

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 07/23/19 12:23 AM

Did a dozen of sweet & Hot Sausage 6/6 , on the grill with a bunch of Onion from store and peppers from my garden on the grill

Served them with fresh Italian bread from bakery today.
Posted By: Irishman12

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 07/23/19 03:30 PM

That sound delicious DP!

No picture provided but last night I made a light salad for the first time: Corn, Tomato, Avocado Salad. I'm not much of an avocado person but this was good. The recipe says it's 4 servings but I'll get 2 out of it. Looks like I'll be cooking again this weekend.
Posted By: DuesPaid

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 07/24/19 02:27 AM

Sounds Great i12.

Wife tried a recipe today that was outstanding.

We started getting aa bunch of zucchini from the garden.

She calls them Zucchini Boats.
Sliced in half long way, scoop out some of the middle and par boil the, for only a minute.
Sautéed beef or anything you want to load them with, we like spicey taco seasoning on chop meat.
Top them off with cheese, we did a few with Cheddar and a few with Motzarell.

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Posted By: Irishman12

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 07/24/19 04:52 PM

I've seen recipes for Zucchini boats but haven't checked them out yet. The ones I saw were with mozzarella, meatballs and marinara but same concept.
Posted By: DuesPaid

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 07/25/19 01:59 AM

Originally Posted by Irishman12
I've seen recipes for Zucchini boats but haven't checked them out yet. The ones I saw were with mozzarella, meatballs and marinara but same concept.


Yes, try it.... I really enjoyed it and would in many other variations.
Posted By: VanillaLimeCoke

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 07/30/19 11:09 PM

Leftovers.

Had some Burger King tacos leftover.
Posted By: DuesPaid

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 08/01/19 12:20 AM

Originally Posted by VanillaLimeCoke
Leftovers.

Had some Burger King tacos leftover.




Good Shit
Posted By: Irishman12

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 08/05/19 10:01 PM

Tonight's dinner Thai Peanut Beef with BBQ Ranch salad

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Posted By: DuesPaid

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 08/06/19 01:27 AM

Originally Posted by Irishman12
Tonight's dinner Thai Peanut Beef with BBQ Ranch salad



Nice , I’ve had that before, the beef is served cold with that sauce on it, is that correct?
Fancy

I made some Sausage & Peppers on the grill.

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Posted By: Irishman12

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 08/06/19 06:18 PM

Originally Posted by DuesPaid
Originally Posted by Irishman12
Tonight's dinner Thai Peanut Beef with BBQ Ranch salad



Nice , I’ve had that before, the beef is served cold with that sauce on it, is that correct?
Fancy

I made some Sausage & Peppers on the grill.



Looks good DP. No my beef is served hot. I was disappointed though. The recipe says it was 4 servings but I'll get 2 (maybe 3 out of it if I'm lucky). It was only a pound of beef, so that's why I stocked up on the salad.
Posted By: DuesPaid

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 08/06/19 06:44 PM

Originally Posted by Irishman12
Originally Posted by DuesPaid
Originally Posted by Irishman12
Tonight's dinner Thai Peanut Beef with BBQ Ranch salad



Nice , I’ve had that before, the beef is served cold with that sauce on it, is that correct?
Fancy

I made some Sausage & Peppers on the grill.



Looks good DP. No my beef is served hot. I was disappointed though. The recipe says it was 4 servings but I'll get 2 (maybe 3 out of it if I'm lucky). It was only a pound of beef, so that's why I stocked up on the salad.


Im not good at serving sizes... I just make what I have and its usually more than enough.

Tonight im going to check out a local pizza parlor iv never ordered from but hear good things.

They make a pie with the sesame seeds on the crust.
Im going to try it.
Posted By: Irishman12

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 08/06/19 08:02 PM

Really? Sesame seeds. Let us know how it is.

This was my first time cooking this recipe and I figured a pound of beef would last 4 meals but I was wrong. I'll know for the future to either just do this on a short week or make another pound of it. Still turned out good, just wish I had more leftovers.
Posted By: DuesPaid

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 08/08/19 01:03 AM

Originally Posted by Irishman12
Really? Sesame seeds. Let us know how it is.

This was my first time cooking this recipe and I figured a pound of beef would last 4 meals but I was wrong. I'll know for the future to either just do this on a short week or make another pound of it. Still turned out good, just wish I had more leftovers.


Yes, Pizza was awesome, been on Long Island NY for years and just settled for what we got.
Yesterday just found the best pie ever, taste like Brooklyn Pizza,,,,,, th e sesame seed crust was just a added bonus but this guy knows what he is doin.

Thin crust, the salty real milky cheese and a bit of perfect balance of sweet acidic sauce that should be on pizza.
I had a bunch of stuff on hand I usually add to my slice and did not want to add any of it since it would have ruined the exact taste I was dreaming of.

Just the look of it made me know not to add anything until I tasted it.
Will take a pic for next pick up, which will be very soon.

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Posted By: Irishman12

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 08/08/19 06:33 PM

I've never seen additives to a New York pizza offered (outside of a chain). That's why I was surprised. By me, there's a few places that offer oregano, garlic butter and such on their crust and I like it. The oregano is a small mom and pop place but the butter garlic is Dominoes, Marcos, etc (chains). I personally like them because the crust is maybe one of my least favorite parts of the pizza (I'm a cheese man) but the additions make it that much better in my opinion.
Posted By: MeyerLansky

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 08/08/19 10:19 PM

Originally Posted by Irishman12
Tried a new recipe last night: Whole Wheat Fusilli with Mushrooms and Roasted Butternut Squash

looks great !!!!!!!!!
Posted By: DuesPaid

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 08/09/19 01:23 AM

I plan on getting the sesame pie again tomorrow, small classic style pizza parlor.

They also do calzones , rolls of a few types and chicken Wings , which I thought was strange but makes cense since it was a wing place before this guy came in and he must have kept some of the equipment and using it.
Posted By: Irishman12

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 08/20/19 06:16 PM

Last night I made slow cooker Italian chickpeas over pasta. Not too bad and healthy too!

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Posted By: DuesPaid

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 08/21/19 12:31 AM

Originally Posted by Irishman12
Last night I made slow cooker Italian chickpeas over pasta. Not too bad and healthy too!


Very nice , love pasta & peas.

Also Past badon..... pasta & potato


My wife made a sauce today with our own garden tomato.
She cuts up the tomatoes, places them on a cookie sheet adding crushed garlic, salt & pepper, a little olive oil and some oregano. Bakes them 400 for 40mins.
Let them cool, whack up in a blender and pour into a pot simmering for another half hour.
She adds meat, sausage or chop meat, serves over pasta.

Its our summer sauce and is awesome.

I like her winter sauce best, that cooks all day with meat in it but this is a quick garden sauce.
Posted By: Irishman12

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 08/22/19 08:16 PM

Nothing better than fresh ingredients DP and I love me some Italian herbs/spices!

I used whole wheat pasta in my dish this week so between that and the chickpeas, it does a good job at keeping me full and I don't feel guilty about it as it's a pretty healthy dinner.
Posted By: DuesPaid

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 08/24/19 06:01 PM

Originally Posted by Irishman12
Nothing better than fresh ingredients DP and I love me some Italian herbs/spices!

I used whole wheat pasta in my dish this week so between that and the chickpeas, it does a good job at keeping me full and I don't feel guilty about it as it's a pretty healthy dinner.


Very Healthy.

Im going to BBQ some ribs tomorrow , I try to remember to take a pic.
Posted By: Irishman12

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 08/24/19 08:17 PM

Originally Posted by DuesPaid
Originally Posted by Irishman12
Nothing better than fresh ingredients DP and I love me some Italian herbs/spices!

I used whole wheat pasta in my dish this week so between that and the chickpeas, it does a good job at keeping me full and I don't feel guilty about it as it's a pretty healthy dinner.


Very Healthy.

Im going to BBQ some ribs tomorrow , I try to remember to take a pic.


Sounds good and yes please do!
Posted By: DuesPaid

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 08/26/19 05:24 PM

Did ok, marinated a rack of ribs ( usually do two but it was just my wife and I.

Used Franks Hot Sauce, sweet Baby Rays BBQ sauce and a few ounces of coke ( the Soda) LoL.

Trick is slow and low glazed a few times with additional sauce and let stand before slicing em up.

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Posted By: Irishman12

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 08/26/19 06:33 PM

Looks great DP! I've never BBQed before but yes, I hear slow and low is the key to it.
Posted By: hoodlum

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 08/28/19 11:41 PM

Originally Posted by DuesPaid
Did ok, marinated a rack of ribs ( usually do two but it was just my wife and I.

Used Franks Hot Sauce, sweet Baby Rays BBQ sauce and a few ounces of coke ( the Soda) LoL.

Trick is slow and low glazed a few times with additional sauce and let stand before slicing em up.


You're ALWAYS doing shit that makes me envious ...where do u find the time???..looks so nice Dues...Gimme Some!!!...
Posted By: DuesPaid

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 08/29/19 02:12 AM

Originally Posted by Irishman12
Looks great DP! I've never BBQed before but yes, I hear slow and low is the key to it.



Never? We gotta fix that.
Add New stop on your next trip to NY
If we are really Lucky maybe we could get Hood here on the same Schedule and all grill together bye me or meet up somewhere in Manhattan.




Originally Posted by hoodlum
Originally Posted by DuesPaid
Did ok, marinated a rack of ribs ( usually do two but it was just my wife and I.

Used Franks Hot Sauce, sweet Baby Rays BBQ sauce and a few ounces of coke ( the Soda) LoL.

Trick is slow and low glazed a few times with additional sauce and let stand before slicing em up.


You're ALWAYS doing shit that makes me envious ...where do u find the time???..looks so nice Dues...Gimme Some!!!...


You Sir are always Welcome.
I’m blessed with time , its something no one can purchase and should never be wasted.



Posted By: Irishman12

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 08/29/19 03:48 PM

Originally Posted by DuesPaid
Originally Posted by Irishman12
Looks great DP! I've never BBQed before but yes, I hear slow and low is the key to it.



Never? We gotta fix that.
Add New stop on your next trip to NY
If we are really Lucky maybe we could get Hood here on the same Schedule and all grill together bye me or meet up somewhere in Manhattan.





That sounds awesome but I only come up 1 time during the year (for Christmas). I don't know if you're gonna wanna be BBQing during December tongue
Posted By: DuesPaid

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 08/29/19 06:43 PM

Originally Posted by Irishman12
Originally Posted by DuesPaid
Originally Posted by Irishman12
Looks great DP! I've never BBQed before but yes, I hear slow and low is the key to it.



Never? We gotta fix that.
Add New stop on your next trip to NY
If we are really Lucky maybe we could get Hood here on the same Schedule and all grill together bye me or meet up somewhere in Manhattan.





That sounds awesome but I only come up 1 time during the year (for Christmas). I don't know if you're gonna wanna be BBQing during December tongue


Can Do.... or We could meet up in Manhattan and I'll take you and Hood to Lunch at one of Favorite places to Hang.
Posted By: Irishman12

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 08/29/19 07:59 PM

Originally Posted by DuesPaid
Originally Posted by Irishman12
Originally Posted by DuesPaid
Originally Posted by Irishman12
Looks great DP! I've never BBQed before but yes, I hear slow and low is the key to it.



Never? We gotta fix that.
Add New stop on your next trip to NY
If we are really Lucky maybe we could get Hood here on the same Schedule and all grill together bye me or meet up somewhere in Manhattan.





That sounds awesome but I only come up 1 time during the year (for Christmas). I don't know if you're gonna wanna be BBQing during December tongue


Can Do.... or We could meet up in Manhattan and I'll take you and Hood to Lunch at one of Favorite places to Hang.



I might take you up on that. Might have some friends meet me in the City. If so, would love to meet up for lunch (would have to do pizza though). It's my favorite and when I'm back home, I stock up on it!
Posted By: DuesPaid

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 08/30/19 05:38 AM

Nice.... you will get your pizza ( after you taste what my guys are serving) - and your friends are more than welcome as well.

Lets do it.... set the dates when you can, if it cant work no worries but lets try..
Hood? Check dates once we get close please.
Posted By: Irishman12

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 08/30/19 03:49 PM

Originally Posted by DuesPaid
Nice.... you will get your pizza ( after you taste what my guys are serving) - and your friends are more than welcome as well.

Lets do it.... set the dates when you can, if it cant work no worries but lets try..
Hood? Check dates once we get close please.


As of now it's looking like I'm coming up on Friday, December 13 and heading back on Monday, December 30. I haven't bought my plane tickets yet but those are the dates I was looking at. And my friends I believe said they'd come up that weekend (like the 14th) and I'm not sure how long they would plan on staying. I told them because I made the trip last year, but I want to go back to McSorley's again! I love that place. I used to be able to get the beer in the Hudson Valley, which is where I'm from, but they discontinued it and now you can only get it at their place in the city.
Posted By: DuesPaid

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 08/31/19 01:16 AM

Fun place, loaded with students and young guns.

Been there many times.

When the date gets close lets PM and see if we cane meet up.
We will try to get Hood as well or anyone else who wants to meet and hang.
Posted By: Irishman12

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 09/01/19 07:33 PM

Originally Posted by DuesPaid
Fun place, loaded with students and young guns.

Been there many times.

When the date gets close lets PM and see if we cane meet up.
We will try to get Hood as well or anyone else who wants to meet and hang.


Sounds like a plan sir!
Posted By: Irishman12

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 09/01/19 09:07 PM

Saw a commercial for KFC's new $5 fill up. I usually don't eat KFC, although out of the fast food chicken chains, I prefer it to the others like Popeye's and Church's. What got me in tonight was their new Mac-n-cheese $5 fill up. It has mac-n-cheese and bites of chicken. It comes in both original and spicy. I tried both and prefer the original but they were both good. Comes with a cookie and drink. Not bad.
Posted By: Irishman12

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 09/02/19 08:16 PM

For lunch today I tried the new impossible Whopper (plant based patty as opposed to beef). I did what they call a taste test, the impossible whopper and a regular whopper for $7. This was my second time trying it and honestly, I liked it more a second time around and for being plant based, it wasn't too bad. You have to download the BK app for the deal but I think it's worth it. I think it's only good until the 5th so anyone wanting to use it, you have a few more days.
Posted By: DuesPaid

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 09/02/19 11:37 PM

Originally Posted by Irishman12
Originally Posted by DuesPaid
Fun place, loaded with students and young guns.

Been there many times.

When the date gets close lets PM and see if we cane meet up.
We will try to get Hood as well or anyone else who wants to meet and hang.


Sounds like a plan sir!


Oh Yeah
Posted By: DuesPaid

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 09/02/19 11:40 PM

Originally Posted by Irishman12
Saw a commercial for KFC's new $5 fill up. I usually don't eat KFC, although out of the fast food chicken chains, I prefer it to the others like Popeye's and Church's. What got me in tonight was their new Mac-n-cheese $5 fill up. It has mac-n-cheese and bites of chicken. It comes in both original and spicy. I tried both and prefer the original but they were both good. Comes with a cookie and drink. Not bad.



Wife thought they look good too.

I will stick to my official order when I go to KFC

3 - WINGS orig.
3- Wings crispy.
1 - breast Orig.
No sides , or specials.

Usually a few pieces left over and they get whacked up later.

The person taking the order is so complexed when I order and tries to figure it in a better scenario for the order being filled out and I refuse.
They think I’m nuts but dont want to waste what they want to give me....
I just want what I want.


Posted By: Irishman12

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 09/03/19 07:22 PM

Originally Posted by DuesPaid

I just want what I want.




And there's nothing wrong with that. That's what America's all about!
Posted By: DuesPaid

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 09/04/19 01:56 AM

Originally Posted by Irishman12
Originally Posted by DuesPaid

I just want what I want.




And there's nothing wrong with that. That's what America's all about!


Yes Sir.

We went a Applebees tonight, sat at table for ten minutes before anyone even looked at us after several women servers walked passed us.
It was early 4:30, before the rush of 6 - 7pm.

One of the servers walked past us for the 5th time , I said to her " do we have a server"?
sHE SAID " I will check"


We walked out and Went to Outback a few blocks away and had an outstanding dinner with Great Service , Food and Drinks.

Applebees was a goo place but now is just for Children who don't know the difference or care.
Posted By: Irishman12

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 09/04/19 05:42 PM

Yeah I've been in places like that too (Friendly's was bad about it). I LOVED their food but their service sucked. But yes, poor when you need to flag someone down just to come over to drop off menus and get your drink orders.
Posted By: DuesPaid

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 09/05/19 04:56 PM

Originally Posted by Irishman12
Yeah I've been in places like that too (Friendly's was bad about it). I LOVED their food but their service sucked. But yes, poor when you need to flag someone down just to come over to drop off menus and get your drink orders.



We actually had to head over to another area yesterday and saw a Applebees, we thought what the hell, lets go in and see if they are any better.

Service was fantastic and the food I know is the same from corporate but they made better food, pies were fresh and ho and burger and ribs were really good, better than other location and we let them know in a survey at the table.

Tonight chicken on the Q
Posted By: Irishman12

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 09/10/19 06:10 PM

New recipe I tried last night: Garlic Lover’s Burger on a pretzel bun with fries

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Posted By: DuesPaid

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 09/10/19 06:30 PM

Originally Posted by Irishman12
New recipe I tried last night: Garlic Lover’s Burger on a pretzel bun with fries




That looks great i12

Love those pretzel Buns.
Posted By: DuesPaid

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 09/10/19 06:31 PM

im roasting chicken breast in the oven with a Thai glaze on it, sweet potato and some green beans.

May make a salad as well, will see.
Posted By: MeyerLansky

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 09/10/19 07:57 PM

about to eat rice with beans and carrots
Posted By: Irishman12

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 09/10/19 08:15 PM

Originally Posted by DuesPaid
Originally Posted by Irishman12
New recipe I tried last night: Garlic Lover’s Burger on a pretzel bun with fries




That looks great i12

Love those pretzel Buns.


Thanks DP, as do I. This was my first time having them at home as I've only had them in restaurants before.
Posted By: DuesPaid

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 09/27/19 12:26 AM

Hot Sausages, peppers , onions and some really nice bread.

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Posted By: Irishman12

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/13/19 07:14 PM

I tried Burger King's new Pretzel King (a burger on a pretzel bun). It wasn't bad but it would have been better had the pretzel bun been warmed up. I also tried one of their taco's for the first time. Again, not bad, but could have used some more flavor (was kinda bland but what do you expect for $1?)
Posted By: Irishman12

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/14/19 04:34 PM

Originally Posted by Irishman12
I tried Burger King's new Pretzel King (a burger on a pretzel bun). It wasn't bad but it would have been better had the pretzel bun been warmed up. I also tried one of their taco's for the first time. Again, not bad, but could have used some more flavor (was kinda bland but what do you expect for $1?)


So I was really disappointed in both Burger King and KFC yesterday. Burger King I tried their new Pretzel King burger. It comes with mustard, cheese, and bacon. I ordered a double with no mustard or cheese and I had planned on eating it at the restaurant (as I always do). Well, yesterday something happened with the grill and they had the doors open and they were about to close the dining room due to all the smoke in the building. I got my food and had to go home as a result. I ate the taco first and then the burger. Didn't even take a bit in to the burger before I realized BOTH mustard and cheese were on the burger. I tried my best to scrap them off and since I was home, I wasn't willing to drive back up there to correct it (I let it go). After 2 bites into the burger, I realize it's a single and not a double. That was the last straw. I brought the burger back up to Burger King and they made it correctly the second time (luckily they hadn't closed yet and I had them substitute ketchup for the mustard). Again, overall the burger wasn't anything special and would have been better had the pretzel bun been warmed up.

As for KFC, last month I tried their $5 fill up Mac & Cheese bowls (it's mac and cheese mixed with chicken nuggets). These are only for a limited time (and looking at KFC's website today, yesterday may have been the last day for them since the website no longer lists it as a menu item), so I wanted to have them again before being pulled. I ordered 2 of them and they both were lukewarm, like they had been sitting out. They weren't bad but I finished the first and about half of the second before throwing the rest away. Disappointed in both establishments.
Posted By: DuesPaid

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/15/19 02:51 PM

Its like a crap shoot lately.....it all depends on the crew working.
sOME CARE AND MOST DONT.

sUCKS
Posted By: Irishman12

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/15/19 03:56 PM

Originally Posted by DuesPaid
Its like a crap shoot lately.....it all depends on the crew working.
sOME CARE AND MOST DONT.

sUCKS


Very true. I only eat out on Sunday's (that's my "cheat day") and I look forward to it all week so it really sucks when you've built something up in your head all week and get a disappointing meal. Just means I won't be back anytime again soon to try it.

Last night I tried a new recipe: Cheesy Chicken Parm Gnocchi

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Posted By: DuesPaid

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/17/19 12:04 AM

Originally Posted by Irishman12
Originally Posted by DuesPaid
Its like a crap shoot lately.....it all depends on the crew working.
sOME CARE AND MOST DONT.

sUCKS


Very true. I only eat out on Sunday's (that's my "cheat day") and I look forward to it all week so it really sucks when you've built something up in your head all week and get a disappointing meal. Just means I won't be back anytime again soon to try it.

Last night I tried a new recipe: Cheesy Chicken Parm Gnocchi



Good for you i12,,, i get that.... f’ em. Find something better for your cheat day.

That CCPG dish looks fantastic, very nice.
Posted By: Irishman12

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/17/19 06:01 PM

Originally Posted by DuesPaid
Originally Posted by Irishman12
Originally Posted by DuesPaid
Its like a crap shoot lately.....it all depends on the crew working.
sOME CARE AND MOST DONT.

sUCKS


Very true. I only eat out on Sunday's (that's my "cheat day") and I look forward to it all week so it really sucks when you've built something up in your head all week and get a disappointing meal. Just means I won't be back anytime again soon to try it.

Last night I tried a new recipe: Cheesy Chicken Parm Gnocchi



Good for you i12,,, i get that.... f’ em. Find something better for your cheat day.

That CCPG dish looks fantastic, very nice.



Thanks DP. It was good but even better yesterday after the sauce had time to settle being in the fridge. A LOT of gnocchi but I'll finish it this week. Quick and easy to make too, which is always my favorite.
Posted By: DuesPaid

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/18/19 07:22 PM

Im gunna get some Pizza tonight, just need to decide from where.

Will post a pic if I get a good pie.
Posted By: Irishman12

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/18/19 07:37 PM

Originally Posted by DuesPaid
Im gunna get some Pizza tonight, just need to decide from where.

Will post a pic if I get a good pie.


Let us know and enjoy!
Posted By: Irishman12

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/22/19 01:29 AM

Tonight was beef and macaroni chili

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Posted By: hoodlum

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/24/19 03:39 AM

Dues ….& everyone else concerned ...My wife & I r very picky eaters & r snobby sometimes where we go.. that being said ., we rarely go 2 chains ..BUT..I must say We give kudos 2 & never had a bad meal @ Longhorn Steakhouse...go 4 what they r known 4..a big juicy bone -in Rib Eye!!!....Baked pot. w/ all the trimmings..& I opt 4 a Ceaser salad..spend the 30$ & enjoy!!!! Cocktails &dessert 4 2 plus tip is ballpark $140.00....not bad 4 a Friday nite….unless I order a double of a shot of special Jameson that someone I know taught me about...LOL...
Posted By: DuesPaid

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/26/19 12:35 AM

Originally Posted by hoodlum
Dues ….& everyone else concerned ...My wife & I r very picky eaters & r snobby sometimes where we go.. that being said ., we rarely go 2 chains ..BUT..I must say We give kudos 2 & never had a bad meal @ Longhorn Steakhouse...go 4 what they r known 4..a big juicy bone -in Rib Eye!!!....Baked pot. w/ all the trimmings..& I opt 4 a Ceaser salad..spend the 30$ & enjoy!!!! Cocktails &dessert 4 2 plus tip is ballpark $140.00....not bad 4 a Friday nite….unless I order a double of a shot of special Jameson that someone I know taught me about...LOL...



Ha... very nice. I love LongHorns but only had it down South, we do not have one around by me.
We have Outback and enjoy that sometimes als or Texas Road House but I think the LongHorns is much better.

Enjoy all.

We had a great simple dinner tonight, we went to our Fav German Deli ( old School) with homemade potato, cole and Mac salads and a few classic Hero sandwiches. I had Roast beef let tomato and onion, heavy Mayo on great bread.
Posted By: Irishman12

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 11/05/19 02:16 AM

Gnocchi arrabbiata with bacon and sun-dried tomatoes. Made it yesterday and let it sit in the fridge until tonight and I thought it came out better than expected.

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Posted By: DuesPaid

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 11/13/19 01:31 AM

Originally Posted by Irishman12
Gnocchi arrabbiata with bacon and sun-dried tomatoes. Made it yesterday and let it sit in the fridge until tonight and I thought it came out better than expected.



That looks and sounds very good.


I had a very simple dinner and one of my favs
Soup and Sandwich
Posted By: Irishman12

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 11/14/19 02:13 AM

Thanks DP. It was. Always better when you leave it in the fridge for a day. Quick, simple, and tasty!
Posted By: DuesPaid

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 11/24/19 01:12 AM

We went to a TGIF today, I had a fantastic Beer on Tap ( Capt Laurence Double ipa) and an order of “ Bucket of Bones”
It was a half a rack of ribs and some very tasty Buffalo Wings well done.

We eat out or very simple this week leading up to TGD.
Posted By: Irishman12

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 12/02/19 12:20 AM

Chicken Parm Rigatoni Bake

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Posted By: DuesPaid

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 12/04/19 03:47 PM

Originally Posted by Irishman12
Chicken Parm Rigatoni Bake



That right there is WINNER.

Looks great i12
Posted By: Irishman12

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 12/04/19 11:23 PM

Originally Posted by DuesPaid
Originally Posted by Irishman12
Chicken Parm Rigatoni Bake



That right there is WINNER.

Looks great i12


Thanks DP. Came out good and as usual, easy to make!
Posted By: DuesPaid

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 12/07/19 02:47 AM

Went to a Applebees today for Lunch, they have ice cold tap beer so I go when wife wants too and eat whatever, however today I saw and had something new.

Prime Rib dipper sandwhich, it was really good.
Posted By: DuesPaid

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 12/20/19 06:10 PM

Crab and Corn chowder soup with a Turkey sandwich on really good bread.
Posted By: VanillaLimeCoke

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 12/26/19 11:51 PM

Sausage and spaghetti.

Ravioli originally and it failed to cook.

Also sausage got bit burnt.
Posted By: DuesPaid

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 12/27/19 08:27 PM

Originally Posted by VanillaLimeCoke
Sausage and spaghetti.

Ravioli originally and it failed to cook.

Also sausage got bit burnt.


Everyone burns stuff sometimes.

Im gunna pick up a huge Italian Hero with the works on it.
Posted By: Beanshooter

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 12/27/19 09:52 PM

Done with Christmas eve and Christmas day left overs now craving Chinese.
Posted By: Irishman12

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 12/27/19 10:28 PM

Originally Posted by VanillaLimeCoke
Sausage and spaghetti.

Ravioli originally and it failed to cook.

Also sausage got bit burnt.


Trail and error man. Dust yourself off and get back on that horse!
Posted By: Moe_Tilden

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 12/27/19 11:02 PM

I can't cook worth a shit, but today I had rice, salmon and peas with peppercorn sauce à la Moe.
Posted By: DuesPaid

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 12/28/19 12:09 AM

Originally Posted by Beanshooter
Done with Christmas eve and Christmas day left overs now craving Chinese.



What’s up Beans.... get some roast pork mei fun.
Its good.
Posted By: DuesPaid

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 12/28/19 12:09 AM

Originally Posted by Moe_Tilden
I can't cook worth a shit, but today I had rice, salmon and peas with peppercorn sauce à la Moe.


Sounds good. Enjoy.
Posted By: DuesPaid

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 12/28/19 12:10 AM

Originally Posted by Irishman12
Originally Posted by VanillaLimeCoke
Sausage and spaghetti.

Ravioli originally and it failed to cook.

Also sausage got bit burnt.


Trail and error man. Dust yourself off and get back on that horse!



That’s right i12
Posted By: VanillaLimeCoke

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 12/29/19 12:24 AM

Nothing tonight.

We had big lunch at White Castle.....

.....not hungry enough for dinner........but now some are snacking away crazily though.
Posted By: DuesPaid

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 12/29/19 11:48 PM

Originally Posted by VanillaLimeCoke
Nothing tonight.

We had big lunch at White Castle.....

.....not hungry enough for dinner........but now some are snacking away crazily though.


Love WHite castle Double cheeseburgers, Once I had the doubles , I never went back to singles.
Posted By: Irishman12

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 12/30/19 02:24 AM

Originally Posted by VanillaLimeCoke
Nothing tonight.

We had big lunch at White Castle.....

.....not hungry enough for dinner........but now some are snacking away crazily though.


Love it too! Went twice while I was up for the holidays. Wish I could get it closer to where I live!
Posted By: Irishman12

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 12/31/19 12:58 AM

Wanted something lite and since I'm not going grocery shopping until tomorrow, I had some Schlotzsky's for dinner (haven't had it in months and got a medium sandwich, small drink, and chips for $8)
Posted By: MeyerLansky

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 12/31/19 02:38 AM

i wonder how a mix of potatoes and pasta will go tongue lol
Posted By: DuesPaid

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 12/31/19 02:38 AM

Taco Pasta

1lb of 85% Chop meat sautéed in a pan with a cup of water and spicy taco seasoning, boiled 1lb ronzoni pasta for 8 minutes and mix it together.
Melt some shredded mozzarella into it.

Posted By: Irishman12

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 12/31/19 07:42 PM

Pasta with sun-dried tomato cream sauce and sausage

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Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/02/20 04:06 AM

Originally Posted by Irishman12
Pasta with sun-dried tomato cream sauce and sausage

looks great !!!!!!!!!!!
Posted By: DuesPaid

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/03/20 01:25 AM

Yeah, really good.
Posted By: Irishman12

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/03/20 10:26 PM

Thanks guys! Came out good as well.
Posted By: DuesPaid

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/04/20 12:37 AM

Wife was not feeling well so she had some soup and I got some Taco Bell.

Its was nasty Awesomely great.
Posted By: Irishman12

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/06/20 12:07 AM

Crock Pot Picadillo. Never heard of it before as it's a Cuban dish and I'm going to serve it over rice, but I'm not that hungry tonight for dinner, so I'm not gonna force the rice on myself. I'll add it tomorrow and see how it tastes with it but by itself, it's pretty good.

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Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/06/20 12:20 AM

Looks great i12

Wife makes a chop meat dish called Taco Pasta, she takes a pound of chop meat mixing in a pan old El Paso spicey taco mix and then combine with rice or pasta.
Posted By: Irishman12

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/06/20 01:30 AM

Originally Posted by DuesPaid
Looks great i12

Wife makes a chop meat dish called Taco Pasta, she takes a pound of chop meat mixing in a pan old El Paso spicey taco mix and then combine with rice or pasta.


I've made something similar over pasta. Was very good!
Posted By: DuesPaid

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/07/20 02:46 AM

Originally Posted by Irishman12
Originally Posted by DuesPaid
Looks great i12

Wife makes a chop meat dish called Taco Pasta, she takes a pound of chop meat mixing in a pan old El Paso spicey taco mix and then combine with rice or pasta.


I've made something similar over pasta. Was very good!


Yes, meatloaf tomorrow, will try to remember to take a pic.

Love it, some hate it... I find it fun since we always make it different.
Posted By: DuesPaid

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/10/20 11:49 PM

Forgot pics....LoL

Tonight we did Breakfast for Dinner,

Wife loves when we do that, I think its ridiculous but play along and just happy she is Happy and having fun.
She act s like a little girl when we do this.

Pancakes, eggs , sausage and Bacon.
Posted By: Irishman12

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/11/20 02:11 AM

I love breakfast. I never miss it and can eat breakfast any time of day!
Posted By: DuesPaid

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/11/20 09:13 PM

Pizza & Beer
Posted By: Irishman12

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/11/20 09:57 PM

Originally Posted by DuesPaid
Pizza & Beer


The best combo known to man (followed by chocolate and peanut butter). Enjoy my friend!
Posted By: DuesPaid

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/12/20 12:56 AM

Originally Posted by Irishman12
Originally Posted by DuesPaid
Pizza & Beer


The best combo known to man (followed by chocolate and peanut butter). Enjoy my friend!


That’s great., thanks i12.....it was great.

Plan on a few left over pieces while watching Live PD
Posted By: DuesPaid

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/13/20 08:45 PM

Pork Chops, sweet potato and some veggies.

Tall glass of Beer or two
Posted By: DuesPaid

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/27/20 04:10 AM

Pot of SAUCE AND PASTA

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Posted By: Irishman12

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/27/20 02:55 PM

Looking good DP. Quick and easy! What kinda sauce? Any meat in it?
Posted By: DuesPaid

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/27/20 07:13 PM

Originally Posted by Irishman12
Looking good DP. Quick and easy! What kinda sauce? Any meat in it?


Yes Sir, my wifes recipe.....

Has meatballs and hot sausage.

Let me know if you wanted complete detail and instruction....she keeps recipe cards.
Posted By: Irishman12

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/27/20 09:25 PM

Sounds good!
Posted By: Irishman12

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 04/26/20 08:16 PM

Pesto Chicken Tortellini and Veggies. Turned out delicious and one of my new favorite recipes!

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Re: Tonight's Dinner - 04/26/20 09:44 PM

Originally Posted by Irishman12
Pesto Chicken Tortellini and Veggies. Turned out delicious and one of my new favorite recipes!


That looks outstanding i12
Posted By: DuesPaid

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 04/26/20 09:49 PM

Baked Ravioli siting on meatball



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Re: Tonight's Dinner - 04/26/20 10:16 PM

Originally Posted by DuesPaid
Originally Posted by Irishman12
Pesto Chicken Tortellini and Veggies. Turned out delicious and one of my new favorite recipes!


That looks outstanding i12


Thanks DP! I used a little too much salt and made it for the week (I still have food from yesterday to finish up, so this I only tried a spoonful or 2 but can't wait to have it tomorrow!)
Posted By: Irishman12

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 05/02/20 03:28 PM

Dinner & a movie. Last night's entree was Goodfellas Prison Sauce. I’ve been putting this recipe off for over a year due to the time it takes to make it, however, when under coronatine, figured I had the time to try it. And to answer your questions: no, the garlic doesn’t liquefy in the pan and I didn’t put too many onions in the sauce (3 small onions, that all I did). Nice bottle of Chianti to go with it. Salute!

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Re: Tonight's Dinner - 05/02/20 11:37 PM

Very nice... a carrot, never seen that.

My wife makes her own meatballs as do I when we make our sauce bit I will tell ya , our good friend , who is born in Italy and a very good in the kitchen uses packaged meatball in his sauce and it is very good.

Very cool
Posted By: Irishman12

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 05/03/20 01:02 AM

Thanks DP. I heard the carrot is used to lower the acidity of the sauce. But once it’s done, you fish it out and toss it.
Posted By: DuesPaid

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 05/10/20 07:05 PM

Originally Posted by Irishman12
Thanks DP. I heard the carrot is used to lower the acidity of the sauce. But once it’s done, you fish it out and toss it.


Yes after reading this my Wife told me that..... very cool.


I picked up some steak and will be Q’in them for the Wife shortly.
Will take a pic .
Posted By: Irishman12

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 05/10/20 07:15 PM

Very nice DP. Looking forward to the pics. Enjoy!
Posted By: DuesPaid

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 05/11/20 03:43 PM

These came out great but forgot to take a after pic.... LMFAO

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Re: Tonight's Dinner - 05/31/20 11:39 PM

This weeks lunch and dinner: One Pan Garlic Herb Shrimp and Sausage

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Re: Tonight's Dinner - 06/05/20 07:56 PM

Originally Posted by Irishman12
This weeks lunch and dinner: One Pan Garlic Herb Shrimp and Sausage



We got a Winner,,,,,,, that looks great,


Pizza & Wings for me tonight.
Posted By: Irishman12

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 06/05/20 11:27 PM

Originally Posted by DuesPaid
Originally Posted by Irishman12
This weeks lunch and dinner: One Pan Garlic Herb Shrimp and Sausage



We got a Winner,,,,,,, that looks great,


Pizza & Wings for me tonight.


Thanks DP. Yours sounds better than mine but I did enjoy mine. Made some quinoa to go with it! Very filling.
Posted By: DuesPaid

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 06/20/20 10:35 PM

Someone really needs to adjust the type of pics that can be uploaded

The restrictions are so primitive and discouraging
Posted By: DuesPaid

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 07/12/20 06:16 PM

Have not had take out from my local Chinese restaurant for four months, they were closed for several and opened with new precautions I’ve heard.

Plan on placing an order and picking up for dinner tonight.
I was going to BBQ some chicken and sit in the yard but we are feeling lazy and streaming movies in AC .
Posted By: Irishman12

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 07/12/20 10:33 PM

I've been feeling lazy myself DP so don't feel bad about it. I haven't cooked anything in weeks.
Posted By: DuesPaid

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 07/13/20 12:07 AM

The Chinese was good but I am looking forward to Homemade Tacos tomorrow night.
Posted By: Irishman12

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 07/13/20 12:26 AM

Have the Chinese places been open this entire time or they just reopened?
Posted By: DuesPaid

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 07/13/20 01:17 AM

Originally Posted by Irishman12
Have the Chinese places been open this entire time or they just reopened?



Most were closed for a few months, all have restructured their counters and pick up areas with plexi walls. It was contactless.

I handed over the cash, told them to keep the change, doors were open so I did not even have to touch the handles and removed all food from cartons it came in into pans recooking the food and disposing of cartons and bags.

A little over the top but out was my wife’s plan and it made her happy.

I just ate the stuff and it was awesome.
Posted By: Irishman12

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 07/13/20 01:52 AM

Glad you were able to. I do love me some New York Chinese food! The crap by me is nothing like home, so I usually don't bother with it save for Panda Express, which isn't real Chinese food anyway.
Posted By: DuesPaid

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 07/13/20 04:56 PM

Home made Tacos tonight, will try to remember to take a pic
Posted By: hoodlum

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 07/14/20 04:54 AM

Originally Posted by DuesPaid
Home made Tacos tonight, will try to remember to take a pic

Originally Posted by DuesPaid
Home made Tacos tonight, will try to remember to take a pic

R u going to make ur own shells??(taco)
Posted By: DuesPaid

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 07/16/20 02:43 PM

Originally Posted by hoodlum
Originally Posted by DuesPaid
Home made Tacos tonight, will try to remember to take a pic

Originally Posted by DuesPaid
Home made Tacos tonight, will try to remember to take a pic

R u going to make ur own shells??(taco)



We did not, we buy the small wraps and use those, we also buy a 6 pack of the hard tortilla

I am sure you do Hood, how do you do it?
Posted By: DuesPaid

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 07/31/20 05:31 PM

Pizza / Hot Wings Well done with the sauce on side and Beer.
Posted By: Irishman12

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 08/01/20 12:37 AM

Originally Posted by DuesPaid
Pizza / Hot Wings Well done with the sauce on side and Beer.


Sounds like my kinda Friday night. Enjoy! 🍕🍖
Posted By: DuesPaid

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 08/03/20 03:55 PM

I try to make that happen every Friday.
Posted By: VanillaLimeCoke

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 08/19/20 12:39 AM

Leftover tasty Spam with white wild rice.
Posted By: hoodlum

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 08/22/20 04:13 AM

Originally Posted by VanillaLimeCoke
Leftover tasty Spam with white wild rice.

Ur funny dude...sounds like something i'd eat after smokin' weed back in high school...now I would add some chunks of Velveeta 2 it...Bangin!
Posted By: Irishman12

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 08/22/20 10:09 PM

Had all you can eat sausage at a German restaurant for lunch, so that's my lunch/dinner. They run it all August and it's a great deal. Tasty and filling, I look forward to it every year!
Posted By: hoodlum

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 08/25/20 08:08 PM

2nite..Were having deviled clams..I stole the recipe from the CIA bible..takes a little know how but worth it..going w/home fries & stewed tomatoes .And of course some Blue Moons.
Posted By: DuesPaid

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 08/29/20 06:07 PM

Chili Mac
Posted By: DuesPaid

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 09/04/20 11:01 PM

BLT"s

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Re: Tonight's Dinner - 09/18/20 07:28 PM

Its Friday....

Pizza & Wings w/ Beer of course,

I will try t remember to take a pick but I get so excited and just dive in and settle into my chair for the feast and some good brew.
Posted By: Irishman12

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 09/18/20 10:37 PM

Originally Posted by DuesPaid
Its Friday....

Pizza & Wings w/ Beer of course,

I will try t remember to take a pick but I get so excited and just dive in and settle into my chair for the feast and some good brew.



Man that sounds good DP. I'm coming to NY in December. We've gotta make time to grab a drink at my favorite bar (you know the one) 😉
Posted By: DuesPaid

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 09/28/20 04:38 PM

Originally Posted by Irishman12
Originally Posted by DuesPaid
Its Friday....

Pizza & Wings w/ Beer of course,

I will try t remember to take a pick but I get so excited and just dive in and settle into my chair for the feast and some good brew.



Man that sounds good DP. I'm coming to NY in December. We've gotta make time to grab a drink at my favorite bar (you know the one) 😉


Yes I do.... sounds great.

Hope it works out.
I am waiting for several of my clients to open up from the Pandemic so I can get back on a routine for going into Manhattan.
Have not been there since March, sucks.
Posted By: Irishman12

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 09/28/20 11:21 PM

Originally Posted by DuesPaid
Originally Posted by Irishman12
Originally Posted by DuesPaid
Its Friday....

Pizza & Wings w/ Beer of course,

I will try t remember to take a pick but I get so excited and just dive in and settle into my chair for the feast and some good brew.



Man that sounds good DP. I'm coming to NY in December. We've gotta make time to grab a drink at my favorite bar (you know the one) 😉


Yes I do.... sounds great.

Hope it works out.
I am waiting for several of my clients to open up from the Pandemic so I can get back on a routine for going into Manhattan.
Have not been there since March, sucks.


Wow, well I know they're open and I plan on making at least 1 trip there (hoping for 2). We'll figure it out as it gets closer. I'll be in touch.
Posted By: DuesPaid

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 09/29/20 04:07 PM

Very good, it will work, things getting better everyday as long as we do not have a second wave.

Some boroughs including Brooklyn and Queens are having surges,


I will keep watching reports and update.
Posted By: VanillaLimeCoke

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 09/30/20 11:45 PM

Leftovers.

Wednesday is leftovers because Thursday is trash day. Plus Thursday is sometimes evening appointments so we go out to eat that night.

So tonight I still had some leftover spicy chicken nuggets from McDonald’s
Posted By: DuesPaid

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/02/20 11:51 PM

Friday Night, had my Pizza & Wings and remembered to take a few pics.


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Posted By: Irishman12

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/03/20 12:08 AM

Looks delicious DP! Can't wait to sink my teeth into some fine New York pizza in a few weeks!
Posted By: DuesPaid

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/03/20 06:41 PM

Thanks i...... I know you luv that NY PIZZA
Posted By: Irishman12

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/03/20 11:09 PM

Absolutely. Had some pizza last weekend and this weekend. This weekends was just some Domino's but the stuff last weekend is as close as I can get to back home. Looking forward to the pizza and Chinese food when I get back. Can't get decent Chinese by me and for some reason, they don't carry my favorite item at all: boneless spare ribs. You can get spare ribs but not boneless. Like it's some foreign dish to them or something?
Posted By: DuesPaid

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/04/20 02:49 PM

Originally Posted by Irishman12
Absolutely. Had some pizza last weekend and this weekend. This weekends was just some Domino's but the stuff last weekend is as close as I can get to back home. Looking forward to the pizza and Chinese food when I get back. Can't get decent Chinese by me and for some reason, they don't carry my favorite item at all: boneless spare ribs. You can get spare ribs but not boneless. Like it's some foreign dish to them or something?


They do not know how to trim the tips of the ribs.
That is the wonderful thing about NY Chinese food, the chefs are amazing like home cooks...they prep everything themselves, the meat the veggies the noodles the rice , everything....he is the sous chef , butcher , baker and everything in between all in one.
Posted By: hoodlum

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/04/20 03:01 PM

Originally Posted by DuesPaid
Originally Posted by Irishman12
Absolutely. Had some pizza last weekend and this weekend. This weekends was just some Domino's but the stuff last weekend is as close as I can get to back home. Looking forward to the pizza and Chinese food when I get back. Can't get decent Chinese by me and for some reason, they don't carry my favorite item at all: boneless spare ribs. You can get spare ribs but not boneless. Like it's some foreign dish to them or something?


They do not know how to trim the tips of the ribs.
That is the wonderful thing about NY Chinese food, the chefs are amazing like home cooks...they prep everything themselves, the meat the veggies the noodles the rice , everything....he is the sous chef , butcher , baker and everything in between all in one.


Correction Dues.....THEY r 1 in the same in a chinese joint,,,I believe they r all sous chefs..what w/ working all them woks & shit...it's a rough biz.
Posted By: Irishman12

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/04/20 07:36 PM

Originally Posted by DuesPaid
Originally Posted by Irishman12
Absolutely. Had some pizza last weekend and this weekend. This weekends was just some Domino's but the stuff last weekend is as close as I can get to back home. Looking forward to the pizza and Chinese food when I get back. Can't get decent Chinese by me and for some reason, they don't carry my favorite item at all: boneless spare ribs. You can get spare ribs but not boneless. Like it's some foreign dish to them or something?


They do not know how to trim the tips of the ribs.
That is the wonderful thing about NY Chinese food, the chefs are amazing like home cooks...they prep everything themselves, the meat the veggies the noodles the rice , everything....he is the sous chef , butcher , baker and everything in between all in one.



I heard from one of my doctors (who's also from New York), that it could be a different variation of Chinese food that they prepare by me? I'm not a 100% sure, but his thinking is in New York they serve it szechuan style, while by me it could be prepared differently? Who the heck knows? All I know is when I'm in New York, I stock up on Chinese food and pizza (and gain weight while doing it).
Posted By: DuesPaid

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/05/20 04:22 PM

Nice.

I like when the fried rice is dark and smoky tasting.

Tonight have shrimp Parm with angle hair pasta
Posted By: VanillaLimeCoke

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 12/14/20 11:08 PM

Tonight is meat loaf
Posted By: hoodlum

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/24/21 07:21 AM

Originally Posted by Don Cardi
Originally Posted by Sicilian Babe
I was so full from dinner that I staggered over to the couch and fell asleep. THEN I woke up and posted.


Staggered over to the couch because you were full of food, or full of wine? wink lol

Went 2 dinner 2 nite ...allowed in Philly , finally...2 a wonderful joint called "Zaccones"..google it ..it's nice ..everything is made in house by generations of Sicilians...wife had the Rabbit Stew..not like any american version...REAL Sicilian stew....I had the Roast Quails stuffed w/ goosenberries & truffles..in pheasent sauce .....very nice 2 get out again in Phila....
Posted By: DuesPaid

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/24/21 07:04 PM

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Originally Posted by hoodlum
Originally Posted by Don Cardi
Originally Posted by Sicilian Babe
I was so full from dinner that I staggered over to the couch and fell asleep. THEN I woke up and posted.


Staggered over to the couch because you were full of food, or full of wine? wink lol

Went 2 dinner 2 nite ...allowed in Philly , finally...2 a wonderful joint called "Zaccones"..google it ..it's nice ..everything is made in house by generations of Sicilians...wife had the Rabbit Stew..not like any american version...REAL Sicilian stew....I had the Roast Quails stuffed w/ goosenberries & truffles..in pheasent sauce .....very nice 2 get out again in Phila....


Nice....man that is some elaborate food.

And here I am excited to be getting a bucket of Kentucky Fuk chicken tonight.


L lolL
Posted By: Irishman12

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/25/21 12:41 AM

Originally Posted by DuesPaid
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Originally Posted by hoodlum
Originally Posted by Don Cardi
Originally Posted by Sicilian Babe
I was so full from dinner that I staggered over to the couch and fell asleep. THEN I woke up and posted.


Staggered over to the couch because you were full of food, or full of wine? wink lol

Went 2 dinner 2 nite ...allowed in Philly , finally...2 a wonderful joint called "Zaccones"..google it ..it's nice ..everything is made in house by generations of Sicilians...wife had the Rabbit Stew..not like any american version...REAL Sicilian stew....I had the Roast Quails stuffed w/ goosenberries & truffles..in pheasent sauce .....very nice 2 get out again in Phila....


Nice....man that is some elaborate food.

And here I am excited to be getting a bucket of Kentucky Fuk chicken tonight.


L lolL


lol Hey, the Colonel is finger licking good!
Posted By: hoodlum

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/25/21 04:30 AM

Hey...I12 is right..I could go 4 some of that right now!!..4 some odd reason.. my wife does not like KFC ..but will eat a whole bucket of Popeyes chicken..go figure?.....
Posted By: Irishman12

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/25/21 02:11 PM

The best chicken for a fast food style chain like that (KFC, Popeyes, Churchs, etc.) is KFC in my opinion. However, Popeyes does have a great chicken sandwich. Not better than Chick-Fil-A's, but it's close.
Posted By: DuesPaid

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/25/21 05:34 PM

We haven't had it in over a year and man was it good.

We got fries ( did not know they had new fries) - they were really good.
W did the xtra crispy, I usually get original but really enjoyed the crispy and Cole slaw , it was really sweet but good.

tonight im getting a Italian hero, cooking stew tomorrow for the snow storm.
Posted By: RollinBones

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/25/21 08:25 PM

Spicy Popeye's chicken is the best fast food fried chicken IMO. KFC is good but sometimes the skin is too soggy.
Posted By: Irishman12

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/26/21 12:08 AM

Originally Posted by RollinBones
Spicy Popeye's chicken is the best fast food fried chicken IMO. KFC is good but sometimes the skin is too soggy.


You ever try Chick-Fil-A?
Posted By: Signor Vitelli

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/26/21 12:26 AM

Tonight I'm making chicken lo mein. I whipped up an impromptu version of it a week ago and Signora V. gave it an enthusiastic thumbs-up. ("Best in the city!")

Got some proper noodles this time at a local Asian market. Last time I used some udon noodles I had frozen last May, and it turned out well, but this time I'm using better noodles, less stock, fresh snow peas and - honestly - I'm not sure what else. Oh yeah, fresh ginger and scallions. Signora V. also likes peas. But honestly, lo mein can contain just about anything!

Anyway, here's a photo of my previous attempt. Good as it was (and it was!), it will be better this time.


Signor V.



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Posted By: Irishman12

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/26/21 01:06 AM

Looks good Signor Vitelli!
Posted By: RollinBones

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/26/21 01:11 PM

Originally Posted by Irishman12
Originally Posted by RollinBones
Spicy Popeye's chicken is the best fast food fried chicken IMO. KFC is good but sometimes the skin is too soggy.


You ever try Chick-Fil-A?


Of course, their sandwich is better than Popeye's but I'm talking about real chicken with the bones. Plus idk how it is in other parts of the country but the Chick Fil A closest to me is always PACKED, like a drive-thru line around the whole store. It takes a real commitment lol.
Posted By: Irishman12

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/27/21 12:13 AM

It's like that everywhere with the lines. Best bet is to get there early before the lunch rush or use the app, check in, and they'll bring the food out to you. That's what I do and it's always worth it!
Posted By: DuesPaid

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/27/21 06:32 PM

Wife made a pot of chili last night and it was so good she asked what did we want for tonight and I said to put that leftover chili back on and I will eat it again, she likes easy and I like that chili.

Tonight she will serve it over Orzo, last night was rice.
Posted By: Irishman12

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/27/21 11:57 PM

Sounds good DP. Enjoy it my friend.
Posted By: hoodlum

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/28/21 10:07 AM

Found a nice 2 pack of Veal Shank @ Shoprite...was very suprised ..U never see it in supermarkets..so 2 nite I did " Osso Buco ala Buco" as in Artie Buco from The Sopranos Cookbook..came out nice but I like the way I was taught version better.....Served it over creamy parmesan & rosemary polenta w/ garlicky sauteed baby spinach.,saved what was left of the gravy 4 some pasta whenever.
Posted By: DuesPaid

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/28/21 07:20 PM

Originally Posted by Irishman12
Sounds good DP. Enjoy it my friend.


Thanks Bud, I did.


Originally Posted by hoodlum
Found a nice 2 pack of Veal Shank @ Shoprite...was very suprised ..U never see it in supermarkets..so 2 nite I did " Osso Buco ala Buco" as in Artie Buco from The Sopranos Cookbook..came out nice but I like the way I was taught version better.....Served it over creamy parmesan & rosemary polenta w/ garlicky sauteed baby spinach.,saved what was left of the gravy 4 some pasta whenever.


Man Chef,,,,,, that sounds really good.


BLT's tonight on really good rolls from a local bakery and some potato chips tonight.
Posted By: hoodlum

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/29/21 12:43 AM

Thanx Dues.. it was...speaking of bacon, my daughter told me about this house made "lemon pepper bacon" that she's in luv w/ she found down @ The Reading Terminal Market..I wanna get me some , but parking is a real bitch in center city, or u gotta pay a fortune in a lot.
Posted By: DuesPaid

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/29/21 07:40 PM

Originally Posted by hoodlum
Thanx Dues.. it was...speaking of bacon, my daughter told me about this house made "lemon pepper bacon" that she's in luv w/ she found down @ The Reading Terminal Market..I wanna get me some , but parking is a real bitch in center city, or u gotta pay a fortune in a lot.


Good luck that sounds good.


Looks like Friday night will be good tonight....Pizza , Wings and Beer.
Posted By: VanillaLimeCoke

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/30/21 12:00 AM

Having fish sticks with pizza sauce tonight.
Posted By: Signor Vitelli

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/30/21 03:00 AM

Tonight it was one of our signature dishes: Pasta carbonara (made with fettucine).

Ahhhhh..... A guilty pleasure, but comfort food at its best! blush


Signor V.

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Posted By: hoodlum

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/30/21 06:14 AM

Looks good Signor...did u use real Panchetta?? & did u cook the egg from the heat of the pasta & reduced white wine??.....A real Carbonara is a real test 2 a true Italian cook!!..& by the way....only Americans put peas in theirs...U have 2 toss that good stuff in order 4 it 2 cook & emulsifly correctly...
Posted By: Signor Vitelli

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/31/21 12:49 AM

I didn't use pancetta because it's not always easy to get where I live and at a reasonable price for the amount I would be using in the dish.

Now, I will admit that my carbonara may not be exactly 100% "authentic" because I will use bacon and I also add heavy cream to it (with about 1 Tbs milk). I don't add wine, peas, garlic, salt or any of that. I warm the mixture gently over a low flame, stirring constantly, then pour it over the hot pasta in the bowl before tossing it through. I use mostly freshly ground black pepper, but I throw in a little bit of red pepper flakes for heat. (Yeah, I know - infamia!)

I tried making it the traditional way, but I have to confess I can't stand eggs as a stand alone dish. I can cook 'em scrambled, over easy, poached - as long as it's for other people! But I will cook a number of dishes that include eggs. Preparing the carbonara the "traditional" way is a bit too eggy for my taste. I used two whole eggs, whisked together in a small bowl with grated cheese. I cut about 8 oz. (half a package) of bacon into small pieces and cook that in a frying pan until done - I try and render off as much of the fat as is practical, but I don't like the meat too fatty and rubbery or, on the other hand, overdone and charred! I drain off all but 1 Tbs of the fat, and I keep the "sludge" from the bacon. I add around 3 Tbs butter and 1 tsp extra virgin olive oil, then mix in the ground pepper. Then I add 8 oz. of cream. When the pasta is nearly done cooking I mix the egg/cheese mixture into the frying pan then add the bacon and warm it until the pasta is ready. This only takes a few minutes. Then I put everything together and enjoy.

But it is a guilty pleasure - just ask my cardiologist!

BTW, I read a very interesting article (a scholarly paper from a symposium, actually, in a book) the other day about the history of carbonara. Check it out here. Also the Wikipedia article on carbonara is worth a look.

I've been away from the GBB for a year or so, and for those who don't know (or don't remember), I started cooking when I was nine and I am a dedicated home cook. At age 65, I still love to cook and few things give me as much pleasure as taking over the kitchen and preparing a good meal for my wife and our friends, although with the pandemic the "friends" part has been somewhat diminished, though not curtailed altogether.


Signor V.

Posted By: hoodlum

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/01/21 04:18 AM

U R a good dude & a great cook...there is nothing wrong w/ ur method...I would do the same!!....I use bacon instead of Panchetta all the time...sometimes I throw in blanched asparagus tips & I do cheat by way of heavy cream & Parm cheese...& yes 2 lots of fresh ground Black pepper..I am almost ur age so I know what school ur coming from..we r the best school !!
Posted By: Signor Vitelli

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/02/21 05:21 AM

Made Cornish hens tonight. Haven't made them in many years, and Signora V. has never had them. Stuffed 'em with chopped onion, parsley, sage, and rosemary (no thyme!). Steamed a bunch of string beans and covered them (sort of) with a country gravy. Cooked up a box of au gratin potatoes and added some salt, paprika and rosemary to that.

Quite nice. The Missus approves.

Since we're pretty much snowed in here, I made sure to stock up on essentials for us and the cat. We're definitely good for a few days.


Signor V.

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Posted By: Signor Vitelli

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/03/21 03:10 AM

Tonight's dinner was shrimp in salsa verde with rice and black beans.

Every kitchen should have a rice cooker!


Signor V.

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Posted By: DuesPaid

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/03/21 03:05 PM

Man, those dinners are Outstanding.

Looks great.
Posted By: hoodlum

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/05/21 02:17 PM

Originally Posted by Signor Vitelli
Made Cornish hens tonight. Haven't made them in many years, and Signora V. has never had them. Stuffed 'em with chopped onion, parsley, sage, and rosemary (no thyme!). Steamed a bunch of string beans and covered them (sort of) with a country gravy. Cooked up a box of au gratin potatoes and added some salt, paprika and rosemary to that.

Quite nice. The Missus approves.

Since we're pretty much snowed in here, I made sure to stock up on essentials for us and the cat. We're definitely good for a few days.


Signor V.

Look's Great Signor...didn't u say u were going 2 mail me some of that??..lol..good job!!
Posted By: Signor Vitelli

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/08/21 10:26 PM

Last night's dinner was an Irish favorite - beef braised in Guinness. (Signora V. is Irish-American) You'll find this on the menu in just about any Irish restaurant or pub that serves food. I have to say that ours is a bit better (IMO) because I more than doubled the Guinness. Otherwise I think it comes off tasting too close to a traditional American beef stew. This way, you really taste the Guinness.

And to hoodlum or anyone else who would like our recipes, if I have it on file I'll be glad to provide it. My files and notes are pretty extensive, though I have been known to improvise when the mood strikes. smile

Thanks, folks, for the kind words!


Signor V.

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Posted By: hoodlum

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/09/21 02:11 PM

That looks delicious !!!!! Signor...How can u cook (and i'm 100% Irish)..w/ a foamy stout like Guinness (as I do for Irish lamb stew) ..w/ out the fat mixing into the brew...which means U MUST give me the recipe!!!!!
Posted By: hoodlum

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/09/21 02:16 PM

Originally Posted by hoodlum
That looks delicious !!!!! Signor...How can u cook (and i'm 100% Irish)..w/ a foamy stout like Guinness (as I do for Irish lamb stew) ..w/ out the fat mixing into the brew...which means U MUST give me the recipe!!!!!

This is basically Irish stew..but...I know u by now my friend...there is a twist somewhere..how do u thicken ur version?....any secret Signor spices? ...etc..etc...
Posted By: Signor Vitelli

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 03/01/21 09:16 PM

Going for a traditional Ragu Bolognese tonight. We've been watching Stanley Tucci's series Searching for Italy on CNN and last night's episode ("Bologna") lit a fire under me. Had some ground veal in the freezer but I'll make do with bacon instead of pancetta. The version prepared on TV was basically an adaptation of the original Artusi recipe. Pretty much simple and basic. Can't get tagliatelle at any of my local stores within walking distance so I'll go with fettucine. (And what brand? Why, Luigi Vitelli, of course! wink )

Hoodlum - I'm gonna get my full recipe for you. The one I have in my computer files is taken straight from the Guinness website, but it is not the adaptation we make. So, I'm gonna dig out the paper printout version with my additional handwritten notes (and food stains).

Stay tuned.

Meanwhile, since it's Lent and Signora V. is Catholic, I've been making seafood dishes on Friday. Last Friday it was salmon (she likes hers well-done) with long grain & wild rice (courtesy of soon-to-be-renamed Uncle Ben's) and fresh string beans. Seasoned it before cooking with a bit of salt and fresh pepper then squeezed some lemon juice over everything on the plate. Went over quite well.


Signor V.



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Posted By: Signor Vitelli

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 03/03/21 12:18 AM

The Bolognese was incredible. However, it's quite fatty, owing to neither the veal nor bacon being drained - they cook with the onions, carrot, celery and broth all in one pot.

I had no problems with it, but Signora V., being senza gallbladder, found that it, ah... came back to bite her.

Be warned.


Signor V.

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Posted By: DuesPaid

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 03/03/21 07:31 PM

That is some good lookin food Signor V.
Posted By: hoodlum

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 03/04/21 10:23 PM

Originally Posted by Signor Vitelli
Going for a traditional Ragu Bolognese tonight. We've been watching Stanley Tucci's series Searching for Italy on CNN and last night's episode ("Bologna") lit a fire under me. Had some ground veal in the freezer but I'll make do with bacon instead of pancetta. The version prepared on TV was basically an adaptation of the original Artusi recipe. Pretty much simple and basic. Can't get tagliatelle at any of my local stores within walking distance so I'll go with fettucine. (And what brand? Why, Luigi Vitelli, of course! wink )

Hoodlum - I'm gonna get my full recipe for you. The one I have in my computer files is taken straight from the Guinness website, but it is not the adaptation we make. So, I'm gonna dig out the paper printout version with my additional handwritten notes (and food stains).

Stay tuned.

Meanwhile, since it's Lent and Signora V. is Catholic, I've been making seafood dishes on Friday. Last Friday it was salmon (she likes hers well-done) with long grain & wild rice (courtesy of soon-to-be-renamed Uncle Ben's) and fresh string beans. Seasoned it before cooking with a bit of salt and fresh pepper then squeezed some lemon juice over everything on the plate. Went over quite well.


Signor V.


Ur not Catholic? , Signor..LOL..but Italian?..does not sound correct..no matter..Sometimes I only comprehend what I was brought up 2 know...i'm very standard & old school..& when u say well done..geez....u mean it..b4 I zoomed in @ 1rst, I thought the fish was a piece of well done wheat toast...lol..sorry my paisan..cant stop laughing now..ur the best though....
Posted By: hoodlum

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 03/04/21 10:52 PM

Originally Posted by Signor Vitelli
The Bolognese was incredible. However, it's quite fatty, owing to neither the veal nor bacon being drained - they cook with the onions, carrot, celery and broth all in one pot.

I had no problems with it, but Signora V., being senza gallbladder, found that it, ah... came back to bite her.

Be warned.


Signor V.

Yes..looks good Signor....doing a al chitarra vongole blanc sauce ( did I get that right?)..//homemade spagetti w/ white clam sauce// 2 nite...sometimes I throw some rinsed sardines & capers in there too..4 an xtra salty bite.....CENTO brand makes an xcellent caper wrapped w/ anchovie product that is perfect 4 this adaptation....Garlicky & pepper flaked Broccoli Rabe on the side round out this simple but delish dish..maybe some garlic bread 2...
Posted By: hoodlum

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 03/04/21 10:55 PM

Originally Posted by hoodlum
Originally Posted by Signor Vitelli
The Bolognese was incredible. However, it's quite fatty, owing to neither the veal nor bacon being drained - they cook with the onions, carrot, celery and broth all in one pot.

I had no problems with it, but Signora V., being senza gallbladder, found that it, ah... came back to bite her.

Be warned.


Signor V.

Yes..looks good Signor....doing a al chitarra vongole blanc sauce ( did I get that right?)..//homemade spagetti w/ white clam sauce// 2 nite...sometimes I throw some rinsed anchovies & capers in there too..4 an xtra salty bite.....CENTO brand makes an xcellent caper wrapped w/ anchovie product that is perfect 4 this adaptation....Garlicky & pepper flaked Broccoli Rabe on the side round out this simple but delish dish..maybe some garlic bread 2...
Posted By: DuesPaid

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 03/06/21 06:15 PM

Youse guyz should open a Resturant.
Posted By: Irishman12

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 05/31/21 10:17 PM

Been lazy cooking during Covid but felt inspired today with the extra day off: Bruschetta Salmon with Spinach Quinoa.

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Posted By: Signor Vitelli

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 06/01/21 01:30 AM

Looks absolutely delicious!

We're always up for salmon over here, but considering some of the prices per pound that I've encountered, I'm considering fishing for the damn things myself! lol

It would be interesting to hear (and see) from some of the GBB denizens regarding some of the dinner innovations they've come up with due to COVID.

I've been branching out and resuming my studies of Ancient Roman cuisine.

Tonight I'm making a variation (boneless breasts) of Parthian Chicken for Signora V. and me.

And yes, I'm using Hing (asafoetida) and while it does stink it doesn't smell quite as bad as some people say. sick


Signor V.
Posted By: DuesPaid

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 06/01/21 03:24 AM

U 2 GUYZ....

Amazing.... I wish we were all on the same block and could share as we do here.

Slow roasted some chicken wings on the Q today that were requested by my friends and family.

All were very happy.....slow and low is the way to do chicken.

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Posted By: Irishman12

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 06/01/21 10:46 PM

Originally Posted by Signor Vitelli
Looks absolutely delicious!

We're always up for salmon over here, but considering some of the prices per pound that I've encountered, I'm considering fishing for the damn things myself! lol

It would be interesting to hear (and see) from some of the GBB denizens regarding some of the dinner innovations they've come up with due to COVID.

I've been branching out and resuming my studies of Ancient Roman cuisine.

Tonight I'm making a variation (boneless breasts) of Parthian Chicken for Signora V. and me.

And yes, I'm using Hing (asafoetida) and while it does stink it doesn't smell quite as bad as some people say. sick


Signor V.


This was my first time cooking salmon. I've had recipes for years but as you said, the price of salmon always kind of scared me off. But I decided to treat myself this week. Very easy to make and good too! I got mine frozen, 16 oz bags (4 fillets in each) on sale for $7 per bag (so $14 for 2 pounds/8 fillets of salmon ain't too bad). I'll cook 6 of them this week and have 2 leftover.
Posted By: Irishman12

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 06/01/21 10:48 PM

Originally Posted by DuesPaid
U 2 GUYZ....

Amazing.... I wish we were all on the same block and could share as we do here.

Slow roasted some chicken wings on the Q today that were requested by my friends and family.

All were very happy.....slow and low is the way to do chicken.

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Looks great DP! What kind of sides did you have with it?
Posted By: DuesPaid

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 06/03/21 04:14 PM

Originally Posted by Irishman12
Originally Posted by DuesPaid
U 2 GUYZ....

Amazing.... I wish we were all on the same block and could share as we do here.

Slow roasted some chicken wings on the Q today that were requested by my friends and family.

All were very happy.....slow and low is the way to do chicken.

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Looks great DP! What kind of sides did you have with it?


Wife made the big three...potato, Mac and Cole slaw salads.
We also hade some hot sausage on really good bread from our local baker who is from Brooklyn.
Posted By: Irishman12

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 06/03/21 10:49 PM

Sounds delicious my friend. You're getting my mouth watering 🤤
Posted By: hoodlum

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 06/06/21 02:01 PM

Originally Posted by DuesPaid
U 2 GUYZ....

Amazing.... I wish we were all on the same block and could share as we do here.

Slow roasted some chicken wings on the Q today that were requested by my friends and family.

All were very happy.....slow and low is the way to do chicken.

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Those wings look REALLY good dues..bqttled sauce or whats going on there??
Posted By: DuesPaid

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 06/10/21 10:35 PM

Thanks guys,,,, I slow roast them for hour and a half.

I make my own mixture of sauce that is widely approved here by friends and family.

I mix several store bought items that make a great unique flavor.

I use quarter a bottle of Masterpiece bbq sauce, half a bottle of kraft Hickory bbq sauce, one half cup of Franks hot sauce and a couple of shakes of Emily’s Cajun seasoning.

Mix in a bowl thinning with a quarter cup of water and go to town, I tend to add it on after a little roasting.
Sometimes I thin half that out and use as a marinade over night and dress it while cooking as well a bit thicker when doing a whole cut up chicken.
Did a cut up chicken today, will upload a pic.
Posted By: DuesPaid

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 06/10/21 10:54 PM

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Posted By: Irishman12

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 06/11/21 12:44 AM

Looks good DP! I'm sure you and everyone enjoyed it.
Posted By: DuesPaid

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 06/12/21 05:15 PM

Originally Posted by Irishman12
Looks good DP! I'm sure you and everyone enjoyed it.


Oh they really did….wife made Mac scald and cole slaw
Posted By: Irishman12

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 06/13/21 09:48 PM

Mozzarella chicken pasta with sun-dried tomatoes

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Posted By: DuesPaid

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 06/17/21 10:37 PM

Very nice i12…. And I love rigatoni.


I once heard Wild Bill Cutolo tell someone Rigatoni was his favorite pasta.
True story.
Posted By: hoodlum

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 06/17/21 11:55 PM

Originally Posted by hoodlum
Originally Posted by DuesPaid
U 2 GUYZ....

Amazing.... I wish we were all on the same block and could share as we do here.

Slow roasted some chicken wings on the Q today that were requested by my friends and family.

All were very happy.....slow and low is the way to do chicken.

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Those wings look REALLY good dues..bqttled sauce or whats going on there??

No butter involved in this particular situation?
Posted By: Irishman12

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 06/20/21 10:05 PM

Chicken Parmesan Baked Penne

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Posted By: Signor Vitelli

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 08/11/21 11:03 PM

Tonight it's Mongolian Beef. A Chinese-American restaurant staple that has nothing whatsoever to do with Mongolia.

There's a reason for this one: This past weekend, we made the long drive up to near Rochester NY for the wedding of Signora V.'s daughter (my stepdaughter). It was a crazy, Murphy's Law occasion - among other things, we got drenched in a virtual monsoon after everyone else had left the outdoor wedding site (in a state park) and we arrived at the reception venue looking like a couple of drowned rats...

But back to the food...

One night, we were so delayed in all the pre-nuptial prep that the only thing open for dinner at that hour was a P.F. Chang's restaurant. I had never been to one, but since it was literally the only the game in town, we gave it a try. It wasn't really that bad, but I thought I could do a lot better than the Mongolian Beef I ordered. I guess P.F. Chang's is to Chinese food like Olive Garden is to Italian cuisine...

Anyway, our 7 hour drive back on Monday took well over 8 hours due to a wonky GPS that, I'd swear, was possessed by the Devil. Signora V. had to hit the ground running the next morning as it was back to work for her - thank goodness she's working from home these days. But, she really didn't have any proper time to wind down from the previous five days. She had to leap in feet first and help with a lot of the last minute wedding details because it became neccessary that she offer up her expertise since she planned out our wedding three years ago.

But, I digress... As I write this she is sacked out a few feet away on the living room couch, totally exhausted. So, she was totally agreeable to my whipping up dinner which I am only too happy to do considering all she's been through.

Mongolian Beef with steamed rice. Photo (hopefully) to follow.


Signor V.
Posted By: Signor Vitelli

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 08/12/21 01:33 AM

And now for the photo.

The trick was not getting the sauce too sweet or too spicy. Balance is the key. Signora V. gave it two thumbs up. Better than spending $20 at P.F. Chang's, IMO.

Signor V.

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Posted By: DuesPaid

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 08/13/21 11:44 PM

Originally Posted by hoodlum
Originally Posted by hoodlum
Originally Posted by DuesPaid
U 2 GUYZ....

Amazing.... I wish we were all on the same block and could share as we do here.

Slow roasted some chicken wings on the Q today that were requested by my friends and family.

All were very happy.....slow and low is the way to do chicken.

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Those wings look REALLY good dues..bqttled sauce or whats going on there??

No butter involved in this particular situation?


No butter Sir.
Posted By: DuesPaid

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 08/13/21 11:44 PM

Originally Posted by Signor Vitelli
And now for the photo.

The trick was not getting the sauce too sweet or too spicy. Balance is the key. Signora V. gave it two thumbs up. Better than spending $20 at P.F. Chang's, IMO.

Signor V.



Man, that looks fantastic
Posted By: DuesPaid

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 08/13/21 11:45 PM

Originally Posted by Irishman12
Chicken Parmesan Baked Penne



We got a Winner.

That’s nice.
Posted By: Signor Vitelli

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/04/21 12:46 AM

DEcided to give Dan Dan Noodles a try. Sichuan style, not Hong Kong style, which comes out more like a soup. After a lot of research, I ended up using Chef Wang Gang's YouTube recipe and another channel called Souped Up Recipes. Luckily, there are a number of Asian markets in my neighborhood so I could procure the proper ingredients.

Good Lord, that was spicy!!!! I think I'll have to cut the chili oil a bit if I make it again. And I will most likely make it again because it was really good, despite the heat. And I'm talking about the heat on the way in - I'll leave you to figure out the rest...

Here is a photo. Since you put the chili oil/sesame paste mixture on the bottom before the noodles, then add the other ingredients (ground pork, Chinese preserved mustard greens, scallions, bok choi, crushed peanuts, and the like) on top before mixing everything together, the noodles really aren't visible in the picture. But, take my word for it, it was really memorable.

Way too hot for Signora V., so she decided to pass. Perhaps with a bit less heat...


Signor V.

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Posted By: hoodlum

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/15/22 02:36 AM

Would u guy's believe..my wife ..whom knows my shit as a chef b4 I semi retired..who stood by me all these yrs. and championed my work ..even in newspapers back in the day..had the drunken (not 2 much) nerve 2 tell me quietly over dinner @ some fancy joint in Cherry Hill N.J. that I had lost my spunk in my late 50s ..& that I don't cook her complicated dishes anymore...another words...I'm not in the game anymore!..Suffice 2 say , I do agree w/ her..because 1..age 2, no practice, & 3 , she has seen some of my most beautiful work..IE ..she's not WOWED anymore like the days when we 1rst went 2gether.....SO...I decided 2 go back 2my old school days & start a tsunami of shit 4 her on the weekends & provided i had acsess 2 all what I need..4 instance..(BANG THE GONG PLEASE)..2 nite I sweated my balls out an old school VEAL OSCAR......Had a neighborhood butcher slice me down some real veal tenderloin (not inexpensive)..pounded it out myself...fresh asparagus..made my own Hollandaise sauce (tech note..it should b bearnaise sauce which is tech. holl w/ Tarragon , but the wife don't like tarragon)..& get this...in stead of buying lump crab (very xpensive)..I got 2 clusters of snow crab , handpicked them myself when thawed...& SLOWLY heated them in white wine .....the steaks I pan seared in a cast iron skillet till just carmelized..(finished in a preheated oven when everything is about 2 com 2gether.. anyways..im notgonna bore u w/ step by step shit..u get the pic..o..yeah .....& baked potato w/ BLACK TRUFFLE BUTTER..courtesy of D'artagnan.....long story short..I called her bluff & will continue 2 do so w/ old school shit...many a chef has said :"Theres no school like old school"...Maybe 2 morrow..OSSO BUCO!!!!!...later dudes.
Posted By: hoodlum

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/15/22 03:07 AM

Originally Posted by hoodlum
Would u guy's believe..my wife ..whom knows my shit as a chef b4 I semi retired..who stood by me all these yrs. and championed my work ..even in newspapers back in the day..had the drunken (not 2 much) nerve 2 tell me quietly over dinner @ some fancy joint in Cherry Hill N.J. that I had lost my spunk in my late 50s ..& that I don't cook her complicated dishes anymore...another words...I'm not in the game anymore!..Suffice 2 say , I do agree w/ her..because 1..age 2, no practice, & 3 , she has seen some of my most beautiful work..IE ..she's not WOWED anymore like the days when we 1rst went 2gether.....SO...I decided 2 go back 2my old school days & start a tsunami of shit 4 her on the weekends & provided i had acsess 2 all what I need..4 instance..(BANG THE GONG PLEASE)..2 nite I sweated my balls out an old school VEAL OSCAR......Had a neighborhood butcher slice me down some real veal tenderloin (not inexpensive)..pounded it out myself...fresh asparagus..made my own Hollandaise sauce (tech note..it should b bearnaise sauce which is tech. holl w/ Tarragon , but the wife don't like tarragon)..& get this...in stead of buying lump crab (very xpensive)..I got 2 clusters of snow crab , handpicked them myself when thawed...& SLOWLY heated them in white wine .....the steaks I pan seared in a cast iron skillet till just carmelized..(finished in a preheated oven when everything is about 2 com 2gether.. anyways..im notgonna bore u w/ step by step shit..u get the pic..o..yeah .....& baked potato w/ BLACK TRUFFLE BUTTER..courtesy of D'artagnan.....long story short..I called her bluff & will continue 2 do so w/ old school shit...many a chef has said :"Theres no school like old school"...Maybe 2 morrow..OSSO BUCO!!!!!...later dudes.

I made a mistake there fellas...the veal tenderloin should NOT b called steaks but scallopinis..they were floured b4 being gently sauteed in a stainless steel pan........I was thinking of something other when i type 2 fast 4 my own good...I do not know how 2 type like u good guys lol..
Posted By: DuesPaid

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/15/22 07:16 PM

Nice hood, you should do some catering.
Posted By: hoodlum

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/16/22 10:36 AM

Originally Posted by DuesPaid
Nice hood, you should do some catering.

Is that (food) what it takes 2 get u out of the bushes ??...NO ..I AM NOT doing catering...been in that movie..does not have a good ending..I know ur watchin' Dues..what r ur more recent
Posted By: DuesPaid

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/22/22 06:17 PM

Originally Posted by hoodlum
Originally Posted by DuesPaid
Nice hood, you should do some catering.

Is that (food) what it takes 2 get u out of the bushes ??...NO ..I AM NOT doing catering...been in that movie..does not have a good ending..I know ur watchin' Dues..what r ur more recent


Cooking up some chili and nachos tomorrow for game.
Posted By: hoodlum

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/23/22 05:01 AM

Originally Posted by DuesPaid
Originally Posted by hoodlum
Originally Posted by DuesPaid
Nice hood, you should do some catering.

Is that (food) what it takes 2 get u out of the bushes ??...NO ..I AM NOT doing catering...been in that movie..does not have a good ending..I know ur watchin' Dues..what r ur more recent


Cooking up some chili and nachos tomorrow for game.

Nice Dues..what kind of cheese do u melt down 4 the nachos...& do go the full dice roll w/ ur own salsa or (like me) a good bottled 1...I do top my nachos w/ thin sliced cilantro & green onion..as well as a major dollop of sour cream & guacamole..maybe some sliced black olives 2...
Posted By: DuesPaid

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/01/22 01:01 AM

Originally Posted by hoodlum
Originally Posted by DuesPaid
Originally Posted by hoodlum
Originally Posted by DuesPaid
Nice hood, you should do some catering.

Is that (food) what it takes 2 get u out of the bushes ??...NO ..I AM NOT doing catering...been in that movie..does not have a good ending..I know ur watchin' Dues..what r ur more recent


Cooking up some chili and nachos tomorrow for game.

Nice Dues..what kind of cheese do u melt down 4 the nachos...& do go the full dice roll w/ ur own salsa or (like me) a good bottled 1...I do top my nachos w/ thin sliced cilantro & green onion..as well as a major dollop of sour cream & guacamole..maybe some sliced black olives 2...


Yes to all, other than the Cilantro…its fine with me but I have two here who request pass on Cilantro.
Certainly huge dollop of both sour cream & quac

Cheddar
Posted By: hoodlum

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/01/22 08:08 PM

"Sicilian warm bean salad" 2 nite...Cannellini's sauteed w/ evoo & a little chic stock , red pepper flake, fresh parsley, onion, oregano & topped w/ Cento Italian Tuna in oil, large shrimp & artichoke hearts then drizzled w/ balsamic syrup & a little of the canned tuna oil...wife loves this stuff.
Posted By: DuesPaid

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/09/22 10:21 PM

Originally Posted by hoodlum
"Sicilian warm bean salad" 2 nite...Cannellini's sauteed w/ evoo & a little chic stock , red pepper flake, fresh parsley, onion, oregano & topped w/ Cento Italian Tuna in oil, large shrimp & artichoke hearts then drizzled w/ balsamic syrup & a little of the canned tuna oil...wife loves this stuff.


Holy Macrel I mean tuna….

Hood, that must have been out of this world.
Looks like you will need to work extra hard for Balentines day to beat this.

Good luck.
Posted By: hoodlum

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/10/22 12:31 AM

Goin' out 4 Val. day dinner...4 course meal at a French joint downtown..real snazzy place...but I found some veal shanks locally..u know what that means..OSSO BUCO!!! , probably on sat. nite..it's a challenging fun filled time in the kitchen...what about u Dues ?..u & the Mrs. have anything planned??..were having our Val. dinner on Fri nite 2 avoid the crowd on Mon.
Posted By: hoodlum

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/20/22 03:23 AM

Had 2 go 2 court yesterday down center city...while we were around ( basically down the street)..wife & I went 2 the famed Reading Terminal Market...(always went there..even as a kid LOL..)..found some thick cut deep smoked pork chops...2nite made classic Lyonaisse potatos.w/ (all done in bacon grease..onions 2..w/fresh thyme,,sweet onions & brown sugar (if u want)...veggies were a ragout of braised fresh orange carrots , baby bok choy & shitake mushrooms in bacon red vinegar reduction ...Wife luvs this shit more than I love 2 cook it b cause I like 2 turn back the clock back 2 when I was a king in the Phila. culinary world when she truly loved me...I used 2 amaze her when we 1rst met ..she's all used 2 the jinks now..I even turned her into a food fuck''n critic now...Christ...she doesn't say the "wow" factor she used 2 back in the early 2000s...lol..I know she loves me , but it's not the same..she takes my shit (cooking) 4 granted now days..I will say..as I write (say) this..I am a little buzzed..maybe drunk..& I am acting F...cking stupid...this post was actually meant 4 Dues Paid but I just keep on rambling on after a recipe.....my black lab is banging on the back door ...Good Night my bb Friends.
Posted By: DuesPaid

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/25/22 06:03 PM

WOW!

Sounds great Hood.
You gotta load up some pics, would luv to see these dishes.

Wife just put up a pot of Sauce loaded with meatballs, sausage ( hot) and beef brachiole

I’ll take a pic
Posted By: DuesPaid

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/25/22 06:19 PM

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Just started so will post a finished pic later as well.
Posted By: Signor Vitelli

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 03/03/22 08:40 AM

For Fat Tuesday (Mardi Gras), Signora V. wanted something with a New Orleans flavor, so since the local Cajun restaurants were booked up, I made a Shrimp Étouffée with rice. Since she doesn't like things super-spicy, I went a little easy on the heat, but reserved the right to have a bottle of Hot Sauce at the ready for my own bowl.

Verdict? A definite thumbs-up. [Linked Image]

Laissez les Bon Temps Rouler!


Signor V.

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Posted By: DuesPaid

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 03/05/22 12:58 AM

That looks great Signor
Posted By: hoodlum

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 03/06/22 03:06 PM

Originally Posted by Signor Vitelli
For Fat Tuesday (Mardi Gras), Signora V. wanted something with a New Orleans flavor, so since the local Cajun restaurants were booked up, I made a Shrimp Étouffée with rice. Since she doesn't like things super-spicy, I went a little easy on the heat, but reserved the right to have a bottle of Hot Sauce at the ready for my own bowl.

Verdict? A definite thumbs-up. [Linked Image]

Laissez les Bon Temps Rouler!


Signor V.

That looks very good Signor... Etouffee from scratch is no joke..the dark brown roux w/out burning it is a task in itself..& the correct amount of the "holy trinity" (green peppers, celery ,onions) as well as the whole shebang is a good test of N.O. culinary knowledge...u showed us some real strength in ur good eats background..


Posted By: Signor Vitelli

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 03/07/22 01:48 AM

DP and Hoodlum,

Thanks for the kind words. Much appreciated, as you folks know I take my cooking seriously while also enjoying the hell out of preparing a good meal!

As far as the roux, I decided to go with a blonde one (of sorts), because after doing some research, I kept finding that N.O. cooks say that the dark roux was strictly for gumbo, but the blonde one would be appropriate for this dish. And, rather than making a true roux, they would sautee the "trinity" in butter (always butter, never oil for this one) and then add the flour, mixing carefully so it wouldn't lump up. And no tomatoes. Period. I used College Inn fish stock because I didn't have enough shrimp shells to make a proper stock from scratch. And, IMO, it was better with a bit of hot sauce added before serving. But, as they also say in the Big Easy, chacun à son goût.

Oh well... live and learn! blush

Planning my Friday menus for Signora V. and myself. As she's Catholic, I'll work on some nice non-meat dishes for Lent.

After being out of work for the better part of two years due to the pandemic, she is starting a new job tomorrow!!!

Off now to make her some Asian-inspired stir-fried chicken with fresh string beans and rice. She deserves it!


Signor V.
Posted By: DuesPaid

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 03/07/22 10:46 PM

Very nice, good luck and great Success for your Wife in her new Job Sir.

I just picked up several pounds of Flounder at our local Supermarket ( King Kullen) . For Friday dinners, they had it on sale for $4 lb.
Posted By: hoodlum

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 03/12/22 06:40 AM

Originally Posted by Signor Vitelli
DP and Hoodlum,

Thanks for the kind words. Much appreciated, as you folks know I take my cooking seriously while also enjoying the hell out of preparing a good meal!

As far as the roux, I decided to go with a blonde one (of sorts), because after doing some research, I kept finding that N.O. cooks say that the dark roux was strictly for gumbo, but the blonde one would be appropriate for this dish. And, rather than making a true roux, they would sautee the "trinity" in butter (always butter, never oil for this one) and then add the flour, mixing carefully so it wouldn't lump up. And no tomatoes. Period. I used College Inn fish stock because I didn't have enough shrimp shells to make a proper stock from scratch. And, IMO, it was better with a bit of hot sauce added before serving. But, as they also say in the Big Easy, chacun à son goût.

Oh well... live and learn! blush

Planning my Friday menus for Signora V. and myself. As she's Catholic, I'll work on some nice non-meat dishes for Lent.

After being out of work for the better part of two years due to the pandemic, she is starting a new job tomorrow!!!

Off now to make her some Asian-inspired stir-fried chicken with fresh string beans and rice. She deserves it!


Signor V.

Oh my God ....U r so right Signor...I remember back in '91 when I was in a Cajun /Creole based chain restaurant ( Bay Street Seafood)..when I was a kid ..they had the real deal 4 (then upcoming)..N.O. cuisine...everything u said was right...("always butter , never oil")...& now I know that u r true because u said about the shrimp shells 4 stock...God bless u..the stronger the real stock..the better the "shock"...real cookin' @ it's best ...luv u man!..
Posted By: DuesPaid

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 03/17/22 05:56 PM

Happy St, Patricks Day All.

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Posted By: DuesPaid

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 03/17/22 05:57 PM

Irish Soda Bread too.

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Posted By: Signor Vitelli

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 03/23/22 05:49 AM

DP,

That soda bread looks great!

Signora V. was going to make some homemade soda bread, but she got stuck in a humongous traffic jam on the way home from work and didn't have the time so I had to get some at our local supermarket. Her idea was to bring bread in for everyone at her (new) office, but what we bought sufficed.

Of course, now I have a quart of buttermilk in the fridge without a purpose. ohwell

Made the Missus a nice Beef & Guinness stew which we enjoyed on St. Patrick's Day and beyond.

Been trying to attach photos lately, but somehow they don't want to post even though they are the right format and file size. Can't figure this one out.
confused


Signor V.
Posted By: Signor Vitelli

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 03/25/22 07:00 AM

Made Signora V. a nice Chicken Chardonnay with fresh steamed string beans and long grain wild rice (albeit from a package - yeah, I'm lazy).

Up burning the Midnight Oil, sipping on vodka and ginger ale and making sausages and pepper with rigatoni. Had a couple of use 'em or lose 'em Roma tomatoes so that pretty much dictated tonight's dinner. Hey - I'm not complaining and I love the stuff, regardless of my doctor's opinions on the matter. Been trying unsuccessfully to post photos. Obviously some issues with the GBB that I can't figure out.

But, as far as the cooking, I'm sure you get the idea. wink

Tomorrow, being Friday (actually, it's today), it's going to be meatless. Already planning something nice with seafood.

Hoodlum and DP, in the kitchen we're definitely three of a kind. grin


Signor V.
Posted By: DuesPaid

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 03/26/22 06:37 PM

Originally Posted by Signor Vitelli
DP,

That soda bread looks great!

Signora V. was going to make some homemade soda bread, but she got stuck in a humongous traffic jam on the way home from work and didn't have the time so I had to get some at our local supermarket. Her idea was to bring bread in for everyone at her (new) office, but what we bought sufficed.

Of course, now I have a quart of buttermilk in the fridge without a purpose. ohwell

Made the Missus a nice Beef & Guinness stew which we enjoyed on St. Patrick's Day and beyond.

Been trying to attach photos lately, but somehow they don't want to post even though they are the right format and file size. Can't figure this one out.
confused


Signor V.


Would love to see it and also hear how you made the stew, if you could.

I gave up using any other way to upload pics to this site and now only use Postimages.org easy to upload, choose thumbnail for forums and its Free.
Posted By: DuesPaid

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 03/26/22 06:39 PM

Originally Posted by Signor Vitelli
Made Signora V. a nice Chicken Chardonnay with fresh steamed string beans and long grain wild rice (albeit from a package - yeah, I'm lazy).

Up burning the Midnight Oil, sipping on vodka and ginger ale and making sausages and pepper with rigatoni. Had a couple of use 'em or lose 'em Roma tomatoes so that pretty much dictated tonight's dinner. Hey - I'm not complaining and I love the stuff, regardless of my doctor's opinions on the matter. Been trying unsuccessfully to post photos. Obviously some issues with the GBB that I can't figure out.

But, as far as the cooking, I'm sure you get the idea. wink

Tomorrow, being Friday (actually, it's today), it's going to be meatless. Already planning something nice with seafood.

Hoodlum and DP, in the kitchen we're definitely three of a kind. grin


Signor V.

Thanks Signor V.

Keep the dinner Ideas coming.

Postimages.org
Posted By: Signor Vitelli

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 03/27/22 02:01 AM

For the record, folks, the one time - about 25 years ago, more or less - I tried to make soda bread, I followed a recipe to the letter and it came out so dense and hard that I actually broke a knife while trying to cut into it!

Absolute truth.

It did, however, make a very good doorstop. lol

Lesson learned: I ain't a scratch baker!


Signor V.
Posted By: DuesPaid

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 03/30/22 10:40 PM

Originally Posted by Signor Vitelli
For the record, folks, the one time - about 25 years ago, more or less - I tried to make soda bread, I followed a recipe to the letter and it came out so dense and hard that I actually broke a knife while trying to cut into it!

Absolute truth.

It did, however, make a very good doorstop. lol

Lesson learned: I ain't a scratch baker!


Signor V.


Wow, great to know the parts of life when we live and we learn.
Posted By: DuesPaid

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 03/30/22 10:41 PM

Wife made Perogies with a beef gravey of red peppers and onions……fantastic and a special treat for Spring time.
Posted By: Irishman12

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 03/30/22 11:50 PM

Originally Posted by DuesPaid
Wife made Perogies with a beef gravey of red peppers and onions……fantastic and a special treat for Spring time.


Love perogies. Never had or even heard of them before until I went to Poland back in 2019 on my way to Munich for Oktoberfest (visited Auschwitz). The food in Poland, especially the perogies, were delicious! There's a polish place by me that I've been meaning to try when I got back but then the pandemic happened.
Posted By: DuesPaid

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 03/31/22 10:11 PM

Impressive, what a great trip that must have been and authentic Perogies….. do you recall how they were served?

My Mother in-law had mentioned they ( perogies) - traditionally would be served lightly tossed in butter with heavy pepper and Sour Cream.
Posted By: Irishman12

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 04/01/22 12:21 AM

I don't remember having sour cream but there's a local place that I haven't been to yet that serves it like that. They had chives on top and meat in the middle. A little small and thin but very good. Also had some type of soup in a bread bowl (very good as well). The trip was amazing and I was planning on going to Ireland and then back to Germany for a few days for Oktoberfest in 2020 but then COVID hit. Trying to hit up the local Polish place with a friend, hopefully soon.
Posted By: hoodlum

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 04/02/22 02:44 AM

Not 2 change countries ..but ..2nite we had 2 go by budget as the rest of the country..roast some links of sweet sausage in the oven until almost done..remove ,let sit...boil salted water & drop orecchiette until al dente..drain pasta till shocked (to stop cooking)...drain some cannelini beans & rinse good...blanch cleaned & picked broccoli rabe..shock that as well..prep chicken stock..(I use "Better than Boullion")...only a cup is needed..chop 4 nice size cloves of garlic....have on hand hot pepper flakes..granulated garlic...onion powder..& oregano...NOW...4 THE EXECUTION...sautee a little chopped shallot (oopps..I forgot 2 add that in the prep section)..then add the fresh garlic..sautee until all is translusent..add chicken stock then add the sliced cooled down sweet sausage..simmer 4 a good half hour 2 provide the sausage is going 2 be butter tender....add , after it reduces a bit ( I also did not include in the prep...1/2 lb. COOPER SHARP CHEESE!!!!...very essential...keep whisking!!...then add the beans .cooked pasta , & blanched broc rabe...continue until all is like a sauce of thick beauty...NOTE: do not tear up the beans while ur stirring...it will only make ur sauce too thick..but it will fuck up ur consinsity...take off ur cooled off sausages & slice them on a biased ...add them & the juice that they were sitting in 2 the whole kitten koboodle....it should be slightly soupy but on track w/ pasta vazool kinda dish..I dont really like beans ..but my wife got me makin' & eatin' this one...Peace ..
Posted By: hoodlum

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 04/02/22 08:29 AM

Originally Posted by hoodlum
Not 2 change countries ..but ..2nite we had 2 go by budget as the rest of the country..roast some links of sweet sausage in the oven until almost done..remove ,let sit...boil salted water & drop orecchiette until al dente..drain pasta till shocked (to stop cooking)...drain some cannelini beans & rinse good...blanch cleaned & picked broccoli rabe..shock that as well..prep chicken stock..(I use "Better than Boullion")...only a cup is needed..chop 4 nice size cloves of garlic....have on hand hot pepper flakes..granulated garlic...onion powder..& oregano...NOW...4 THE EXECUTION...sautee a little chopped shallot (oopps..I forgot 2 add that in the prep section)..then add the fresh garlic..sautee until all is translusent..add chicken stock then add the sliced cooled down sweet sausage..simmer 4 a good half hour 2 provide the sausage is going 2 be butter tender....add , after it reduces a bit ( I also did not include in the prep...1/2 lb. COOPER SHARP CHEESE!!!!...very essential...keep whisking!!...then add the beans .cooked pasta , & blanched broc rabe...continue until all is like a sauce of thick beauty...NOTE: do not tear up the beans while ur stirring...it will only make ur sauce too thick..but it will fuck up ur consinsity...take off ur cooled off sausages & slice them on a biased ...add them & the juice that they were sitting in 2 the whole kitten koboodle....it should be slightly soupy but on track w/ pasta vazool kinda dish..I dont really like beans ..but my wife got me makin' & eatin' this one...Peace ..
Dues or Irish12 ..I don't know what 2 pair this with..any sugesstions?
Posted By: Irishman12

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 04/02/22 10:32 PM

Originally Posted by hoodlum
Originally Posted by hoodlum
Not 2 change countries ..but ..2nite we had 2 go by budget as the rest of the country..roast some links of sweet sausage in the oven until almost done..remove ,let sit...boil salted water & drop orecchiette until al dente..drain pasta till shocked (to stop cooking)...drain some cannelini beans & rinse good...blanch cleaned & picked broccoli rabe..shock that as well..prep chicken stock..(I use "Better than Boullion")...only a cup is needed..chop 4 nice size cloves of garlic....have on hand hot pepper flakes..granulated garlic...onion powder..& oregano...NOW...4 THE EXECUTION...sautee a little chopped shallot (oopps..I forgot 2 add that in the prep section)..then add the fresh garlic..sautee until all is translusent..add chicken stock then add the sliced cooled down sweet sausage..simmer 4 a good half hour 2 provide the sausage is going 2 be butter tender....add , after it reduces a bit ( I also did not include in the prep...1/2 lb. COOPER SHARP CHEESE!!!!...very essential...keep whisking!!...then add the beans .cooked pasta , & blanched broc rabe...continue until all is like a sauce of thick beauty...NOTE: do not tear up the beans while ur stirring...it will only make ur sauce too thick..but it will fuck up ur consinsity...take off ur cooled off sausages & slice them on a biased ...add them & the juice that they were sitting in 2 the whole kitten koboodle....it should be slightly soupy but on track w/ pasta vazool kinda dish..I dont really like beans ..but my wife got me makin' & eatin' this one...Peace ..
Dues or Irish12 ..I don't know what 2 pair this with..any sugesstions?


I would suggest a nice chianti
Posted By: DuesPaid

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 04/03/22 06:43 PM

Originally Posted by hoodlum
Not 2 change countries ..but ..2nite we had 2 go by budget as the rest of the country..roast some links of sweet sausage in the oven until almost done..remove ,let sit...boil salted water & drop orecchiette until al dente..drain pasta till shocked (to stop cooking)...drain some cannelini beans & rinse good...blanch cleaned & picked broccoli rabe..shock that as well..prep chicken stock..(I use "Better than Boullion")...only a cup is needed..chop 4 nice size cloves of garlic....have on hand hot pepper flakes..granulated garlic...onion powder..& oregano...NOW...4 THE EXECUTION...sautee a little chopped shallot (oopps..I forgot 2 add that in the prep section)..then add the fresh garlic..sautee until all is translusent..add chicken stock then add the sliced cooled down sweet sausage..simmer 4 a good half hour 2 provide the sausage is going 2 be butter tender....add , after it reduces a bit ( I also did not include in the prep...1/2 lb. COOPER SHARP CHEESE!!!!...very essential...keep whisking!!...then add the beans .cooked pasta , & blanched broc rabe...continue until all is like a sauce of thick beauty...NOTE: do not tear up the beans while ur stirring...it will only make ur sauce too thick..but it will fuck up ur consinsity...take off ur cooled off sausages & slice them on a biased ...add them & the juice that they were sitting in 2 the whole kitten koboodle....it should be slightly soupy but on track w/ pasta vazool kinda dish..I dont really like beans ..but my wife got me makin' & eatin' this one...Peace ..


Wow…that sounds fantastic….. i want that.


Originally Posted by hoodlum
Originally Posted by hoodlum
Not 2 change countries ..but ..2nite we had 2 go by budget as the rest of the country..roast some links of sweet sausage in the oven until almost done..remove ,let sit...boil salted water & drop orecchiette until al dente..drain pasta till shocked (to stop cooking)...drain some cannelini beans & rinse good...blanch cleaned & picked broccoli rabe..shock that as well..prep chicken stock..(I use "Better than Boullion")...only a cup is needed..chop 4 nice size cloves of garlic....have on hand hot pepper flakes..granulated garlic...onion powder..& oregano...NOW...4 THE EXECUTION...sautee a little chopped shallot (oopps..I forgot 2 add that in the prep section)..then add the fresh garlic..sautee until all is translusent..add chicken stock then add the sliced cooled down sweet sausage..simmer 4 a good half hour 2 provide the sausage is going 2 be butter tender....add , after it reduces a bit ( I also did not include in the prep...1/2 lb. COOPER SHARP CHEESE!!!!...very essential...keep whisking!!...then add the beans .cooked pasta , & blanched broc rabe...continue until all is like a sauce of thick beauty...NOTE: do not tear up the beans while ur stirring...it will only make ur sauce too thick..but it will fuck up ur consinsity...take off ur cooled off sausages & slice them on a biased ...add them & the juice that they were sitting in 2 the whole kitten koboodle....it should be slightly soupy but on track w/ pasta vazool kinda dish..I dont really like beans ..but my wife got me makin' & eatin' this one...Peace ..
Dues or Irish12 ..I don't know what 2 pair this with..any sugesstions?


My Mary serves it with a steak or a meatloaf or pork loin, she also sometimes sauté peppers and onions with a pound of chop meat in a brown gravey.
And Beer.

Originally Posted by Irishman12
Originally Posted by hoodlum
Originally Posted by hoodlum
Not 2 change countries ..but ..2nite we had 2 go by budget as the rest of the country..roast some links of sweet sausage in the oven until almost done..remove ,let sit...boil salted water & drop orecchiette until al dente..drain pasta till shocked (to stop cooking)...drain some cannelini beans & rinse good...blanch cleaned & picked broccoli rabe..shock that as well..prep chicken stock..(I use "Better than Boullion")...only a cup is needed..chop 4 nice size cloves of garlic....have on hand hot pepper flakes..granulated garlic...onion powder..& oregano...NOW...4 THE EXECUTION...sautee a little chopped shallot (oopps..I forgot 2 add that in the prep section)..then add the fresh garlic..sautee until all is translusent..add chicken stock then add the sliced cooled down sweet sausage..simmer 4 a good half hour 2 provide the sausage is going 2 be butter tender....add , after it reduces a bit ( I also did not include in the prep...1/2 lb. COOPER SHARP CHEESE!!!!...very essential...keep whisking!!...then add the beans .cooked pasta , & blanched broc rabe...continue until all is like a sauce of thick beauty...NOTE: do not tear up the beans while ur stirring...it will only make ur sauce too thick..but it will fuck up ur consinsity...take off ur cooled off sausages & slice them on a biased ...add them & the juice that they were sitting in 2 the whole kitten koboodle....it should be slightly soupy but on track w/ pasta vazool kinda dish..I dont really like beans ..but my wife got me makin' & eatin' this one...Peace ..
Dues or Irish12 ..I don't know what 2 pair this with..any sugesstions?


I would suggest a nice chianti


LMFAO…. He did not say Fava beans.

Beer.
Posted By: Signor Vitelli

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 04/20/22 05:26 AM

While Signora V. was at work (I, like Don Corleone, am semi-retired) I spent the afternoon making an absolutely great meat sauce - if I do say so myself.

There's a brand of uncooked meatballs available (I think it's Carando) that I will use when I'm too lazy to go the beef/veal/pork route so I first pan-fried the meatballs, then threw in all the ingredients into another pot, seasoned it, added (like Clemenza) a little wine (white), simmered it for a few hours - and that's my trick.

Braised (or rather, fried) some spicy sausage and am throwing it into this wonderful mix while the Wife sleeps.

Earlier this evening, she had capellini with meatballs and meat sauce, and tonight I'm making linguine with meat sauce and sausage for myself.

Please don't tell my doctor! whistle


Signor V.
Posted By: Augustus

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 04/24/22 11:33 PM

I made Filipino Caldareta and Thai Basil chicken fried rice
Posted By: hoodlum

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 04/25/22 05:11 AM

Originally Posted by Signor Vitelli
While Signora V. was at work (I, like Don Corleone, am semi-retired) I spent the afternoon making an absolutely great meat sauce - if I do say so myself.

There's a brand of uncooked meatballs available (I think it's Carando) that I will use when I'm too lazy to go the beef/veal/pork route so I first pan-fried the meatballs, then threw in all the ingredients into another pot, seasoned it, added (like Clemenza) a little wine (white), simmered it for a few hours - and that's my trick.

Braised (or rather, fried) some spicy sausage and am throwing it into this wonderful mix while the Wife sleeps.

Earlier this evening, she had capellini with meatballs and meat sauce, and tonight I'm making linguine with meat sauce and sausage for myself.

Please don't tell my doctor! whistle


Signor V.

Luv it..but it sounds like u & ur Mrs. r going 2 have alot of heartburn...add a little cream 2 the ragu 2 mellow it out..& make it an Aurora sauce..AKA..blush sauce..lol..
Posted By: hoodlum

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 04/25/22 05:28 AM

2 Nites Dinner...Smoked Pork Butt w/ charred Brussel spouts & Colcannon ( mashed potatoes infused w/ garlic & kale)...Strickly Irish if I may say..a paupers dish from my old man's childhood...U have 2 slow & low simmer that butt 4 a long time...w/ a Mead laced Cornbread...the Mead I had 2 order from a off the wall distibutor in south philly...only a bottle was needed...I guess I'll drink the rest when im feeling bold!..Not 2 day though.
Posted By: DuesPaid

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 04/30/22 02:52 AM

Originally Posted by hoodlum
2 Nites Dinner...Smoked Pork Butt w/ charred Brussel spouts & Colcannon ( mashed potatoes infused w/ garlic & kale)...Strickly Irish if I may say..a paupers dish from my old man's childhood...U have 2 slow & low simmer that butt 4 a long time...w/ a Mead laced Cornbread...the Mead I had 2 order from a off the wall distibutor in south philly...only a bottle was needed...I guess I'll drink the rest when im feeling bold!..Not 2 day though.


That sound great Hood, luv charred Brussels sprouts.
Posted By: DuesPaid

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 05/05/22 09:42 PM

TACOS tonight….Happy Cinco de Mayo

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Posted By: Irishman12

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 05/06/22 12:29 AM

Very nice DP! Enjoy my friend (better be having some tequila or cerveza with it).
Posted By: DuesPaid

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 05/06/22 11:31 PM

Originally Posted by Irishman12
Very nice DP! Enjoy my friend (better be having some tequila or cerveza with it).


Mucho fro cervesa for sure, no Tequila…never had it, not sure why ….have a bottle of it on my bar, have had plenty of opportunity for many varieties at certain venues, just never had it.

I should try it.

I typically only drink beer and whiskey once in awhile.
Posted By: Irishman12

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 05/07/22 12:57 AM

Same. Not much of a tequila person myself but I have 2 bottles on hand.
Posted By: DuesPaid

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 05/08/22 02:38 AM

Originally Posted by Irishman12
Same. Not much of a tequila person myself but I have 2 bottles on hand.


I am certain I have a bottle of Jose guervo, what is the name of the two u have.

Excuse my spelling”I know we have spelling police on this site.”
Posted By: Irishman12

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 05/08/22 03:08 AM

Tres Generaciones (Anejo) and El Tesoro (Resposado)
Posted By: DuesPaid

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 05/28/22 12:06 AM

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Sausages & Peppers on amazing bread to start the weekend.
Posted By: Irishman12

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 05/28/22 12:47 AM

Looks delicious DP. Enjoy it my friend!
Posted By: VanillaLimeCoke

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 05/31/22 10:41 PM

Leftover chicken wings from Firebirds
Posted By: Signor Vitelli

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 06/06/22 05:04 AM

Yesterday, we did something special for a friend of Signora V.'s. We hadn't seen him in the flesh for several years, and I had never cooked for him, though he had heard tales from the Missus.

He specifically wanted the Pasta Bolognese I made, which I had posted earlier in this thread. I was inspired by what I saw on Stanley Tucci's CNN series Searching for Italy and it was incredible. Signora V. also wanted to lay out an antipasto, and she is a long-time customer of an Old School Italian deli in Brooklyn (Esposito's on Court Street - sorry, no website). She got some fresh mozzarella, salami, prosciutto, and - to use the vernacular - gabagool. I procured some cherry tomatoes, fresh basil and roasted sweet peppers.

Signora V.'s boss recently returned from a vacation in Italy and brought her some magnificent balsamic vinegar, so we put that out along with extra-virgin olive oil. She drizzled a bit of vinegar over the Caprese Salad. Yum! (Photo of the First Course below.)

Well, lots of red wine flowed ("Paulie - more wine!"), the evening was great, the food was everything our friend expected (and more), and then came dessert from Monteleone's (right next door to Esposito's) - cannolis!

Then it comes out that our friend (who is, by profession, a theatrical Stage Manager) had never seen any of the Godfather films!

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He promised to remedy this ASAP, especially after we showed him the part where Paulie gets whacked and then the Louis' Restaurant scene.

It was an offer he couldn't refuse.

He didn't stagger out of here - into a waiting Uber - until nearly 3:AM. Stuffed, snockered, but happy. Since I was acting as host/server/bartender, I limited myself to only two beers. Signora V., however, spent most of today on her back nursing the mother of all hangovers.


Signor V.

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Posted By: DuesPaid

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 11/28/22 01:12 AM

We did the Turkey again with all the trimmings, could not let that leftover gravy go to waste.
All gone now, bring on the next feast.

Fishes, then lasagna with a roast.
Posted By: Irishman12

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/22/23 11:20 PM

I didn't take any pictures unfortunately but last week I made for the first time a butternut squash and chickpea curry that I put over white rice that turned out amazing!

This week's meal is a one pan garlic herb shrimp & sausage with veggies.
Posted By: Irishman12

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/05/23 10:44 PM

This week's meal prep is a new recipe for me: Garlicky Smashed Chickpeas With Corn Over White Rice.

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Posted By: DuesPaid

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/13/23 10:21 PM

That looks good and healthy i12.
Posted By: Irishman12

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/14/23 12:57 AM

Thanks DP, I was pleased with how it turned out. This week I made a Southwest Chicken skillet (chicken, red bell pepper, zucchini, summer squash, and garlic).
Posted By: DuesPaid

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/14/23 10:49 PM

We did a great menu for Super Bowl of Wings, rice balls , pizza bites, chips dips nachos and nuts topped off with ice cream sundaes.

Out to dinner tonight and the rest of the week will be home cooking….some chili and chicken dinner into weekend.
Posted By: Irishman12

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/14/23 10:59 PM

Sounds like it was a great time DP. Enjoy my friend!
Posted By: DuesPaid

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/16/23 01:51 AM

I gotta get all my favs in these few days since we fast for lent and I give up beer until Easter starting next Wed.
Posted By: DuesPaid

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/16/23 01:51 AM

Thanks Brother.
Posted By: RushStreet

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/17/23 06:06 PM

If you had to choose between really great homemade Chicken Cacciatore or Chicken Parmesan, which one would you go with tonight for dinner?
Posted By: Irishman12

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/18/23 12:32 AM

Chicken Parm
Posted By: RushStreet

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/18/23 10:10 PM

Originally Posted by Irishman12
Chicken Parm


Thanks Irishman! Tonight it’s going to be Chicken Vesuvio with a side of sausage and peppers. Along with baked veal & eggplant in red gravy with fresh buffalo mozzarella.
Posted By: Irishman12

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/19/23 12:31 AM

Sounds delicious. Enjoy it!
Posted By: Signor Vitelli

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/19/23 03:23 AM

Tonight I made Chicken Chardonnay.

Our local pub/restaurant changed chefs (not for the better) sometime after the Pandemic Lockdown, so it's just not worth it anymore. How do you screw up a simple Chicken Chardonnay? Well, they've managed.

A baked potato and some steamed string beans and we had a very nice dinner.

Incidentally, I used Coppola Chardonnay and it was quite serviceable.


Signor V.
Posted By: RushStreet

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/23/23 05:06 PM

Ok got a question for you guys..

You have two options to go with.

1. Homemade 8 finger Cavatelli with fresh basil, parmesan cheese in a rich romano sauce.

or....

2. Homemade Chicken Parmesan in a spicy Diavolo sauce with a side of Capellini pasta.

Both are served with a side of sausage and peppers and of course fresh bread with a good red wine.
Posted By: DuesPaid

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/26/23 08:55 PM

Originally Posted by RushStreet
Ok got a question for you guys..

You have two options to go with.

1. Homemade 8 finger Cavatelli with fresh basil, parmesan cheese in a rich romano sauce.

or....

2. Homemade Chicken Parmesan in a spicy Diavolo sauce with a side of Capellini pasta.

Both are served with a side of sausage and peppers and of course fresh bread with a good red wine.


2.
Posted By: Signor Vitelli

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 04/03/23 02:50 AM

Not exactly tonight's dinner, but...

Signora V. is a bit under the weather, so I'm making her old-fashioned chicken soup from scratch. Yep - Jewish penicillin.

Into the giant stock pot went a whole chicken (cut up), an additional pound of chicken feet, celery, carrots, onion, garlic, fresh dill, peppercorns, salt, bay leaves and, of course, water. Pretty close to what my grandmothers used to make back in the day.

Gonna take at least four hours so I'll be burning the midnight oil tonight.

Should be ready by tomorrow.


Signor V.
Posted By: DuesPaid

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 04/04/23 12:55 AM

Originally Posted by Signor Vitelli
Not exactly tonight's dinner, but...

Signora V. is a bit under the weather, so I'm making her old-fashioned chicken soup from scratch. Yep - Jewish penicillin.

Into the giant stock pot went a whole chicken (cut up), an additional pound of chicken feet, celery, carrots, onion, garlic, fresh dill, peppercorns, salt, bay leaves and, of course, water. Pretty close to what my grandmothers used to make back in the day.

Gonna take at least four hours so I'll be burning the midnight oil tonight.

Should be ready by tomorrow.


Signor V.


Hope Mrs V. Feeling better……

Sound like a solid traditional soup.
I changed my original recipe recently switching out egg noodles for bow tie pasta.
Posted By: Irishman12

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 05/01/23 11:58 PM

Haven't posted in here for a while but yesterday's recipe was AMAZING! I meal prep on Sunday's for the week and I tried this gnocchi with sausage and peppers for the first time and I couldn't be happier with how it turned out. Definitely one of the best I've ever made!

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Posted By: DuesPaid

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 05/05/23 10:38 PM

That looks great i12

We did taco pasta tonight for Cinco de Mayo.

It’s simple but really good, fussili pasta a pound of chop meat mixed with a hot taco seasoning.

We cook the meat first add the mix with some water, add the pasta and melt cheddar on top, really good.
We also fry a few corn muffin tops in butter.

Wish I took a pic.
Posted By: Hollander

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 07/17/23 10:03 PM

Noodles teriyaki beef I had, love Japanese but I eat it too little.
Posted By: Irishman12

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 07/17/23 10:17 PM

I love Japanese food as well H. You ever try musubi?
Posted By: Hollander

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 07/17/23 10:26 PM

Originally Posted by Irishman12
I love Japanese food as well H. You ever try musubi?


No we are not familiar wirh the canned meat Spam. I read it's sort of cross between a nigiri and a maki. Those I do know once you got familiar with their kitchen it's awesome.

Me and my mom would make sushi and also Sukiyaki when I was young.
Posted By: Irishman12

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 07/17/23 10:29 PM

I've never had spam until recently and got hooked on musubi since it's made with it. Haven't made it myself yet but I want to.
Posted By: Hollander

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 07/17/23 10:38 PM

Originally Posted by Irishman12
I've never had spam until recently and got hooked on musubi since it's made with it. Haven't made it myself yet but I want to.


Haha I just found out we have spam here, but we call it Smac. I used that stuff often for my macaroni. Is a bit of a tradition in Holland.
Posted By: Irishman12

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 07/17/23 10:43 PM

It's kind of a joke here in the States but on but fried and put on rice, I'm hooked!
Posted By: Hollander

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 07/18/23 12:17 AM

Originally Posted by Irishman12
It's kind of a joke here in the States but on but fried and put on rice, I'm hooked!


Haha the other day I had some great spareribs when I think about USA I think of BBQ.
Posted By: DuesPaid

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 07/19/23 11:57 PM

We just found out it was national hot dog day, too bad we ate early at the local diner.

I love a good hot dog.
Posted By: Irishman12

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 07/20/23 12:07 AM

You and me both DP, especially if it's loaded up.
Posted By: DuesPaid

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 07/22/23 06:50 PM

Originally Posted by Irishman12
You and me both DP, especially if it's loaded up.


I like mustard sour Kraft and little red onions on one and chili on another if chili an option.
Posted By: Hollander

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 08/13/23 12:37 AM

I'm going to eat some Bapao, very good with hot chili sauce. cool

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Posted By: Irishman12

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 08/13/23 01:22 AM

What's Bapao H?
Posted By: Hollander

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 08/13/23 10:42 PM

Originally Posted by Irishman12
What's Bapao H?


Bapao ( bakpao ) is a well-known Indonesian snack that can be filled with both minced meat and chicken or even made with a sweet filling.

Bapao flour is actually just wheat flour as we can also buy it at the supermarket, but extra finely ground, bleached beautifully white and with a much lower gluten content . That means that if you make bapao yourself, the result will be much lighter, softer and fluffy than if you used regular flour.
Posted By: Hollander

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 08/13/23 10:50 PM

My favorite snacks are Croquette and Frikandel though typically Dutch awesome lol.
Posted By: Irishman12

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 08/13/23 11:04 PM

Originally Posted by Hollander
Originally Posted by Irishman12
What's Bapao H?


Bapao ( bakpao ) is a well-known Indonesian snack that can be filled with both minced meat and chicken or even made with a sweet filling.

Bapao flour is actually just wheat flour as we can also buy it at the supermarket, but extra finely ground, bleached beautifully white and with a much lower gluten content . That means that if you make bapao yourself, the result will be much lighter, softer and fluffy than if you used regular flour.


Sounds good H! What's the liquid on the bottom of the dish? Is that some type of hot sauce?
Posted By: Hollander

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 08/13/23 11:41 PM

That's Indonesian chili sauce pretty hot, we also have sambal (chili pepper and salt) that's very hot sambal ulek is my favorite.
Posted By: DuesPaid

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 08/18/23 12:42 AM

Originally Posted by Hollander
That's Indonesian chili sauce pretty hot, we also have sambal (chili pepper and salt) that's very hot sambal ulek is my favorite.


Sounds good.

I have some jalapeños from my garden i plan on chopping up and mixing into home made burgers this weekend, ill try to remember to take a pick
Posted By: Hollander

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 09/06/23 01:55 AM

I had a lovely lasagne with italian salade tonight.
Posted By: Hollander

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 09/10/23 02:56 AM

Tortellino is one of my favorite pasta I had a great meal the other day.

Spaghetti Fusilli Macaroni and Penne are also great.
Posted By: Irishman12

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 09/10/23 02:37 PM

You ever try gnocchi H? Never heard of it until a few years ago and now I love it. Just made some today for the week: gnocchi with spicy vodka sauce.
Posted By: DuesPaid

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 09/10/23 07:28 PM

Originally Posted by Irishman12
You ever try gnocchi H? Never heard of it until a few years ago and now I love it. Just made some today for the week: gnocchi with spicy vodka sauce.


My wife and I had it for the first time years ago at a resturant called Carousel on Cross Bay Blvd after a day at Aqueduct race track.

Wife says to me we will never get in, the place was always packed, she swears to this day they thought I was someone else.

We walk in and the place is packed with many people waiting, a man walks up to me and says how are you tonight Sir, wife is up at the greeters stand talking to a young girl asking how long for the wait,,,,,,,, I have a 20$ bill in my hand and reach out to shake the guys hand addressing me… we had only been there once or twice…… the guy takes the bill and walks me right into the dinning room and wife is looking at me like WTF.

So funny , food was off the map, it was right across for the Cross Bay Manor or some catering hall, also loved Lennys clam bar right across the street.

Good times, when I was a younger Man.
Posted By: Irishman12

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 09/10/23 10:03 PM

Don't question it, just enjoy it DP. A place by me does an all you can eat monthly that I usually attend. But recently I've been looking up recipes and making it myself. So easy, good, and filling!
Posted By: Hollander

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 09/10/23 10:44 PM

Originally Posted by Irishman12
You ever try gnocchi H? Never heard of it until a few years ago and now I love it. Just made some today for the week: gnocchi with spicy vodka sauce.


Sounds good. I'm familiar with gnocchi but I believe I never tried it. I do like potatoes.
Posted By: Irishman12

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 09/11/23 12:01 AM

Give it a try sometime if you have the chance.
Posted By: Hollander

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 09/11/23 08:26 PM

Originally Posted by Irishman12
Give it a try sometime if you have the chance.


I will make it tomorrow for me and my dad I only have to look for a good sauce. It will probably a spicy tomato sauce with mozzarella (the real buffalo) and parmazan (the original), ofcourse with a nice italian salade. No meat for a change.
Posted By: Irishman12

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 09/12/23 12:17 AM

Sounds good, be curious to see what you think after you've had it.
Posted By: Hollander

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 09/12/23 01:06 AM

Originally Posted by Irishman12
Sounds good, be curious to see what you think after you've had it.


Yes I will let you know I eat everything lol I'm more curious what my father thinks.
Posted By: hoodlum

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 09/12/23 02:10 AM

Originally Posted by DuesPaid
Originally Posted by Irishman12
You ever try gnocchi H? Never heard of it until a few years ago and now I love it. Just made some today for the week: gnocchi with spicy vodka sauce.


My wife and I had it for the first time years ago at a resturant called Carousel on Cross Bay Blvd after a day at Aqueduct race track.

Wife says to me we will never get in, the place was always packed, she swears to this day they thought I was someone else.

We walk in and the place is packed with many people waiting, a man walks up to me and says how are you tonight Sir, wife is up at the greeters stand talking to a young girl asking how long for the wait,,,,,,,, I have a 20$ bill in my hand and reach out to shake the guys hand addressing me… we had only been there once or twice…… the guy takes the bill and walks me right into the dinning room and wife is looking at me like WTF.

So funny , food was off the map, it was right across for the Cross Bay Manor or some catering hall, also loved Lennys clam bar right across the street.

Good times, when I was a younger Man.

Most times when we were young were good times...what I wouldn't do 2 feel that energy again....by the way, Angelo Lutz restaurant "the Consigliere" had a decent spinach ricotta gnocci last time I was there.
Posted By: Hollander

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 09/17/23 08:05 PM

Originally Posted by Irishman12
Sounds good, be curious to see what you think after you've had it.


Me and my dad loved it, we never had Gnocchi lol. Hoodlum had a good pick next time with spinach ricotta.
Posted By: Irishman12

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 09/17/23 08:21 PM

Originally Posted by Hollander
Originally Posted by Irishman12
Sounds good, be curious to see what you think after you've had it.


Me and my dad loved it, we never had Gnocchi lol. Hoodlum had a good pick next time with spinach ricotta.


Glad you liked it. What kind did you have?
Posted By: hoodlum

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 09/17/23 08:43 PM

If anybody is listening...I know ur last ?? was 4 Hollander...but 4 any body in south jersey..& around Collingswood n.j. ..go 2 Zeppoli Restaurant 4 just the Spinach Gnocci in Brown butter...this shit will give u an orgasm just by itself..4 huge balls of ricotta love...first thing we order b4 anything else ..I could die chocking on 1 of these & be happy.....
Posted By: DuesPaid

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 09/17/23 09:31 PM

We had a halfway to St. Patricks DAY dinner today.

Cooked corned beef & cabage all day while watch Buffalo Bills game.
Mary made an Irish soda bread, it was awesome.
Posted By: hoodlum

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 09/18/23 02:46 AM

Originally Posted by DuesPaid
We had a halfway to St. Patricks DAY dinner today.

Cooked corned beef & cabage all day while watch Buffalo Bills game.
Mary made an Irish soda bread, it was awesome.
I used 2 make Irish Soda bread 2...got lazy..but it's not that hard if I remember..Wheat flour , buttermilk , raisins, baking soda & a little bit of love....2 nites dinner was another lazy din din..Tuna Melts but subbed Mikes (the guitar bread u see on TV)...all grain instead of English muffins & the more tasty (and expensive) Greyere cheese instead of Swiss..Tomatoes from the garden out back...getting lots of them now in this time of year...wife is eating salad every day..me 2 ..
Posted By: hoodlum

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 09/18/23 02:48 AM

Originally Posted by hoodlum
Originally Posted by DuesPaid
We had a halfway to St. Patricks DAY dinner today.

Cooked corned beef & cabage all day while watch Buffalo Bills game.
Mary made an Irish soda bread, it was awesome.
I used 2 make Irish Soda bread 2...got lazy..but it's not that hard if I remember..Wheat flour , buttermilk , raisins, baking soda & a little bit of love....2 nites dinner was another lazy din din..Tuna Melts but subbed Mikes (the guitar bread u see on TV)...all grain instead of English muffins & the more tasty (and expensive) Greyere cheese instead of Swiss..Tomatoes from the garden out back...getting lots of them now in this time of year...wife is eating salad every day..me 2 ..


Oops..sorry 'bout that Dues...
Posted By: hoodlum

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 09/18/23 02:49 AM

Originally Posted by hoodlum
Originally Posted by DuesPaid
We had a halfway to St. Patricks DAY dinner today.

Cooked corned beef & cabage all day while watch Buffalo Bills game.
Mary made an Irish soda bread, it was awesome.
I used 2 make Irish Soda bread 2...got lazy..but it's not that hard if I remember..Wheat flour , buttermilk , raisins, baking soda & a little bit of love....2 nites dinner was another lazy din din..Tuna Melts but subbed Mikes (the guitar bread u see on TV)...all grain instead of English muffins & the more tasty (and expensive) Greyere cheese instead of Swiss..Tomatoes from the garden out back...getting lots of them now in this time of year...wife is eating salad every day..me 2 ..


Oops..sorry 'bout that Dues...
Posted By: Irishman12

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 09/18/23 11:38 PM

This week's meal prep was a Roasted Butternut Squash and Chickpea Curry over white rice.

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Posted By: DuesPaid

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 09/20/23 12:27 AM

Originally Posted by hoodlum
Originally Posted by hoodlum
Originally Posted by DuesPaid
We had a halfway to St. Patricks DAY dinner today.

Cooked corned beef & cabage all day while watch Buffalo Bills game.
Mary made an Irish soda bread, it was awesome.
I used 2 make Irish Soda bread 2...got lazy..but it's not that hard if I remember..Wheat flour , buttermilk , raisins, baking soda & a little bit of love....2 nites dinner was another lazy din din..Tuna Melts but subbed Mikes (the guitar bread u see on TV)...all grain instead of English muffins & the more tasty (and expensive) Greyere cheese instead of Swiss..Tomatoes from the garden out back...getting lots of them now in this time of year...wife is eating salad every day..me 2 ..


Oops..sorry 'bout that Dues...


Your a good Chef Hood.
Posted By: DuesPaid

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 09/20/23 12:29 AM

Originally Posted by Irishman12
This week's meal prep was a Roasted Butternut Squash and Chickpea Curry over white rice.


Wow… I have a group of Veggie friendly friends who would go crazy happy for this being served.

LOOKS GREAT.

Enjoy i12
Posted By: Irishman12

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 09/20/23 11:39 PM

Originally Posted by DuesPaid
Originally Posted by Irishman12
This week's meal prep was a Roasted Butternut Squash and Chickpea Curry over white rice.


Wow… I have a group of Veggie friendly friends who would go crazy happy for this being served.

LOOKS GREAT.

Enjoy i12


Thanks DP!
Posted By: Irishman12

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/02/23 12:16 AM

First time trying this recipe: gnocchi mac and cheese

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Posted By: hoodlum

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/09/23 04:18 AM

Ever since my wife retired 3 mnths. ago , Iv'e been back 2 blowing her mind w/ some old school dishes she is not used 2...2nite??..Seafood Diavolo...made a shrimp stock w/ the shrimp peels & leeks..set that aside..tomato sauce w/ San Marzano tomatoes , shallots , onions, basil, birds eye chilis , fresh chopped tomato from our garden (the last of them)..,lots o' garlic ,white wine , oregano & a little Old Bay..let that simmer while I clean the Mussels & clams (little necks)...after sauce has reduced a bit , add the shrimp stock..& red pepper flake..get another pot ready 4 the pasta...drop 1lb. snow crab directly into the red sauce...rinsed BUT not thawed so all the ocean juices go into the gravy..yea boy!!..now..heat up a large skillet w/ evoo,butter, course chopped garlic, basil & sear the dozen U15 (almost collasal ) shrimp on 1 side..remove the half cooked shrimp , ..in same pan de-glaze w/ dry white wine ,scrape all that love on the bottom...dump all the clams & mussels into the pan ..adding more stock or wine if needed..plus my own blend of spices(Old Bay,creole ,cracked tri color pepper, pink sea salt & thyme) & a good glob o' butter...cover & wait 4 shellfish 2 open..1nce open..(only 8 mnts.folks)..please dont over cook shellfish or any c-food 4 that matter...pour some of the fond (juices from the clams & mussells etc..) into the tomato sauce & whisk well...now u have a real seafood tomato fra diavlo sauce..whoopee!!...take a large bowl & toss some pasta w/ the gravy ..put into your loved ones NICE serving BOWL..now top w/ the cluster of crab..a dozen each of mussels & clams & 6 shrimp nicely arranged around the whole jawn..& top w/ more seafood gravy...serve w/ a good crusty Italian bread slices...the rest 4u ..?..I just dump the whole fuckin' kittenkaboodle into a giant bowl and go 2 town it & watch my baby enjoy herself ..dont forget the Ducale Reserve Chanti!!!...Mangia!.
Posted By: hoodlum

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/09/23 05:03 AM

Originally Posted by hoodlum
Ever since my wife retired 3 mnths. ago , Iv'e been back 2 blowing her mind w/ some old school dishes she is not used 2...2nite??..Seafood Diavolo...made a shrimp stock w/ the shrimp peels & leeks..set that aside..tomato sauce w/ San Marzano tomatoes , shallots , onions, basil, birds eye chilis , fresh chopped tomato from our garden (the last of them)..,lots o' garlic ,white wine , oregano & a little Old Bay..let that simmer while I clean the Mussels & clams (little necks)...after sauce has reduced a bit , add the shrimp stock..& red pepper flake..get another pot ready 4 the pasta...drop 1lb. snow crab directly into the red sauce...rinsed BUT not thawed so all the ocean juices go into the gravy..yea boy!!..now..heat up a large skillet w/ evoo,butter, course chopped garlic, basil & sear the dozen U15 (almost collasal ) shrimp on 1 side..remove the half cooked shrimp , ..in same pan de-glaze w/ dry white wine ,scrape all that love on the bottom...dump all the clams & mussels into the pan ..adding more stock or wine if needed..plus my own blend of spices(Old Bay,creole ,cracked tri color pepper, pink sea salt & thyme) & a good glob o' butter...cover & wait 4 shellfish 2 open..1nce open..(only 8 mnts.folks)..please dont over cook shellfish or any c-food 4 that matter...pour some of the fond (juices from the clams & mussells etc..) into the tomato sauce & whisk well...now u have a real seafood tomato fra diavlo sauce..whoopee!!...take a large bowl & toss some pasta w/ the gravy ..put into your loved ones NICE serving BOWL..now top w/ the cluster of crab..a dozen each of mussels & clams & 6 shrimp nicely arranged around the whole jawn..& top w/ more seafood gravy...serve w/ a good crusty Italian bread slices...the rest 4u ..?..I just dump the whole fuckin' kittenkaboodle into a giant bowl and go 2 town it & watch my baby enjoy herself ..dont forget the Ducale Reserve Chanti!!!...Mangia!.

I forgot... I have 2 admit , when I was sauteing the onions & garlic.. in the beginning 4 the sauce..I used some Cento brand Anchovy oil w/ the evoo..as well as 4 rinsed finely chopped anchovies , they dissolve nicely in the process..
Posted By: DuesPaid

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/09/23 05:29 PM

Originally Posted by Irishman12
First time trying this recipe: gnocchi mac and cheese

Originally Posted by hoodlum
Ever since my wife retired 3 mnths. ago , Iv'e been back 2 blowing her mind w/ some old school dishes she is not used 2...2nite??..Seafood Diavolo...made a shrimp stock w/ the shrimp peels & leeks..set that aside..tomato sauce w/ San Marzano tomatoes , shallots , onions, basil, birds eye chilis , fresh chopped tomato from our garden (the last of them)..,lots o' garlic ,white wine , oregano & a little Old Bay..let that simmer while I clean the Mussels & clams (little necks)...after sauce has reduced a bit , add the shrimp stock..& red pepper flake..get another pot ready 4 the pasta...drop 1lb. snow crab directly into the red sauce...rinsed BUT not thawed so all the ocean juices go into the gravy..yea boy!!..now..heat up a large skillet w/ evoo,butter, course chopped garlic, basil & sear the dozen U15 (almost collasal ) shrimp on 1 side..remove the half cooked shrimp , ..in same pan de-glaze w/ dry white wine ,scrape all that love on the bottom...dump all the clams & mussels into the pan ..adding more stock or wine if needed..plus my own blend of spices(Old Bay,creole ,cracked tri color pepper, pink sea salt & thyme) & a good glob o' butter...cover & wait 4 shellfish 2 open..1nce open..(only 8 mnts.folks)..please dont over cook shellfish or any c-food 4 that matter...pour some of the fond (juices from the clams & mussells etc..) into the tomato sauce & whisk well...now u have a real seafood tomato fra diavlo sauce..whoopee!!...take a large bowl & toss some pasta w/ the gravy ..put into your loved ones NICE serving BOWL..now top w/ the cluster of crab..a dozen each of mussels & clams & 6 shrimp nicely arranged around the whole jawn..& top w/ more seafood gravy...serve w/ a good crusty Italian bread slices...the rest 4u ..?..I just dump the whole fuckin' kittenkaboodle into a giant bowl and go 2 town it & watch my baby enjoy herself ..dont forget the Ducale Reserve Chanti!!!...Mangia!.


You guys are really impressive, great cooking. Sounds and looks outstanding
Post a pic Hood
Posted By: RushStreet

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/09/23 06:14 PM


Originally Posted by hoodlum
Originally Posted by hoodlum
Ever since my wife retired 3 mnths. ago , Iv'e been back 2 blowing her mind w/ some old school dishes she is not used 2...2nite??..Seafood Diavolo...made a shrimp stock w/ the shrimp peels & leeks..set that aside..tomato sauce w/ San Marzano tomatoes , shallots , onions, basil, birds eye chilis , fresh chopped tomato from our garden (the last of them)..,lots o' garlic ,white wine , oregano & a little Old Bay..let that simmer while I clean the Mussels & clams (little necks)...after sauce has reduced a bit , add the shrimp stock..& red pepper flake..get another pot ready 4 the pasta...drop 1lb. snow crab directly into the red sauce...rinsed BUT not thawed so all the ocean juices go into the gravy..yea boy!!..now..heat up a large skillet w/ evoo,butter, course chopped garlic, basil & sear the dozen U15 (almost collasal ) shrimp on 1 side..remove the half cooked shrimp , ..in same pan de-glaze w/ dry white wine ,scrape all that love on the bottom...dump all the clams & mussels into the pan ..adding more stock or wine if needed..plus my own blend of spices(Old Bay,creole ,cracked tri color pepper, pink sea salt & thyme) & a good glob o' butter...cover & wait 4 shellfish 2 open..1nce open..(only 8 mnts.folks)..please dont over cook shellfish or any c-food 4 that matter...pour some of the fond (juices from the clams & mussells etc..) into the tomato sauce & whisk well...now u have a real seafood tomato fra diavlo sauce..whoopee!!...take a large bowl & toss some pasta w/ the gravy ..put into your loved ones NICE serving BOWL..now top w/ the cluster of crab..a dozen each of mussels & clams & 6 shrimp nicely arranged around the whole jawn..& top w/ more seafood gravy...serve w/ a good crusty Italian bread slices...the rest 4u ..?..I just dump the whole fuckin' kittenkaboodle into a giant bowl and go 2 town it & watch my baby enjoy herself ..dont forget the Ducale Reserve Chanti!!!...Mangia!.

I forgot... I have 2 admit , when I was sauteing the onions & garlic.. in the beginning 4 the sauce..I used some Cento brand Anchovy oil w/ the evoo..as well as 4 rinsed finely chopped anchovies , they dissolve nicely in the process..


That is amazing. Thank you for sharing!
Posted By: Irishman12

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 10/09/23 11:20 PM

Originally Posted by hoodlum
Ever since my wife retired 3 mnths. ago , Iv'e been back 2 blowing her mind w/ some old school dishes she is not used 2...2nite??..Seafood Diavolo...made a shrimp stock w/ the shrimp peels & leeks..set that aside..tomato sauce w/ San Marzano tomatoes , shallots , onions, basil, birds eye chilis , fresh chopped tomato from our garden (the last of them)..,lots o' garlic ,white wine , oregano & a little Old Bay..let that simmer while I clean the Mussels & clams (little necks)...after sauce has reduced a bit , add the shrimp stock..& red pepper flake..get another pot ready 4 the pasta...drop 1lb. snow crab directly into the red sauce...rinsed BUT not thawed so all the ocean juices go into the gravy..yea boy!!..now..heat up a large skillet w/ evoo,butter, course chopped garlic, basil & sear the dozen U15 (almost collasal ) shrimp on 1 side..remove the half cooked shrimp , ..in same pan de-glaze w/ dry white wine ,scrape all that love on the bottom...dump all the clams & mussels into the pan ..adding more stock or wine if needed..plus my own blend of spices(Old Bay,creole ,cracked tri color pepper, pink sea salt & thyme) & a good glob o' butter...cover & wait 4 shellfish 2 open..1nce open..(only 8 mnts.folks)..please dont over cook shellfish or any c-food 4 that matter...pour some of the fond (juices from the clams & mussells etc..) into the tomato sauce & whisk well...now u have a real seafood tomato fra diavlo sauce..whoopee!!...take a large bowl & toss some pasta w/ the gravy ..put into your loved ones NICE serving BOWL..now top w/ the cluster of crab..a dozen each of mussels & clams & 6 shrimp nicely arranged around the whole jawn..& top w/ more seafood gravy...serve w/ a good crusty Italian bread slices...the rest 4u ..?..I just dump the whole fuckin' kittenkaboodle into a giant bowl and go 2 town it & watch my baby enjoy herself ..dont forget the Ducale Reserve Chanti!!!...Mangia!.


Sounds delicious hood!
Posted By: Hollander

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/26/24 10:13 PM

Grilled Ham/Cheese today with ketchup we call it a tosti !
Posted By: Irishman12

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/27/24 12:40 AM

With ketchup!?

I do have a question, is it popular to put mayonnaise on french fries over there?
Posted By: Hollander

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/28/24 05:35 AM

Originally Posted by Irishman12
With ketchup!?

I do have a question, is it popular to put mayonnaise on french fries over there?


Yep QT lived in Amsterdam where he wrote much of Pulp Fiction.

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Posted By: Giacalone

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/28/24 08:35 AM

Originally Posted by Hollander
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Haha I think you may have ruined french fries for a lot of people
Posted By: Hollander

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/28/24 11:51 AM

LOL

Another variation is 'patatje oorlog' (fries war) consists of a portion of fries topped with a dollop of mayonnaise, peanut sauce and (freshly) chopped onions. lol
Posted By: Irishman12

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/28/24 10:56 PM

I've tried french fries with mayonnaise both here in the States and in Europe (Germany). I liked the mayo over there more. Wasn't as tangy and harsh and could eat more of it. Here, I need to take a break and bounce between it and the ketchup.
Posted By: Hollander

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/30/24 07:57 PM

Originally Posted by Irishman12
I've tried french fries with mayonnaise both here in the States and in Europe (Germany). I liked the mayo over there more. Wasn't as tangy and harsh and could eat more of it. Here, I need to take a break and bounce between it and the ketchup.


Interesting.

It is believed that American soldiers introduced the Dutch to fries during World War II, and the practice of eating them with mayonnaise caught on. Today it is a popular and beloved seasoning for fries in the Netherlands , and many people enjoy the combination of flavors.
Posted By: Hollander

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/30/24 08:06 PM

Dutch fries are not slim, like the very American French fries — instead, they are broad, strong, and a little chunky.
Belgian fries are even bigger and they are also eaten with mayo.
Posted By: RushStreet

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/30/24 08:43 PM

A really good Garlic Mayonnaise with french fries is actually pretty good. You don't need to drench them, just dip them like you do with ketchup.
Posted By: Hollander

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 01/30/24 10:12 PM

Originally Posted by RushStreet
A really good Garlic Mayonnaise with french fries is actually pretty good. You don't need to drench them, just dip them like you do with ketchup.


Yes McDonald's here has a great mayo.
Posted By: Hollander

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/01/24 03:47 PM

Anyone familiar with Dutch cheese? Some Dutch cheeses have brand names, like Leerdammer, Maasdammer or Old Amsterdam. The latter is my favorite. They have nothing to do with either Leerdam, Maasdam or Amsterdam and have been given a brand new tradition by cheesy marketing men. The Edam and Gouda in foreign supermarkets, on the other hand, has nothing to do with real Dutch cheese.

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Posted By: Hollander

Re: Tonight's Dinner - 02/09/24 12:32 AM

I had my favorite cuisine after Italian !

The Dutch Chinese-Indo menu explained

The Dutch Chinese Indo food found in the Netherlands is a unique fusion of Chinese and Indonesian cuisine with a Dutch twist. This variation of Chinese food has become popular in the Netherlands due to its unique flavours and cultural influences. Interestingly, many Dutch people are familiar with these dishes and can pronounce their names with ease, almost as if they were their own national dishes. However, it's important to note that this cuisine is not exactly the same as traditional Chinese food.
"Babi Pangang" “Foo Yung Hai”, “Tjap Tjoy”, “Tau Foe”, “Tjap Ha”, “Koe Yuk" are examples of this only available here not even in China!

Chinese restaurants are going strong in the Netherlands.
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