10c Recipe and Cooking Tips Thread

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  • PJfanwillneverleave1
    PJfanwillneverleave1 Posts: 12,885
    Leezestarr313 said:

    PJfanwillneverleave1 said:

    Just used this method tonight.
    I will never peel a squash any other way now.

    http://www.chefheidifink.com/blog/seasonal/how-to-peel-and-chop-a-winter-squash/

    So much time wasted peeling a squash before I found this.......... :-<

    I'm doing it like this all the time. How did you do it before?
    I always just tried to shave the skin off a little at a time hoping to not cut myself.
  • Leezestarr313
    Leezestarr313 Temple of the cat Posts: 14,444
    I see :D Well, good that you know a better way now! we're having squash so often, I naturally found this way to "peel" it. I usually dice it too, then cover a baking sheet with tin foil, dump the dice on there, brush them with melted butter with two or three crushed garlic cloves in it and bake them in the oven like potato wedges. We usually have them with some Greek yogurt that I turn into a dip by adding some spices, herbs and a little water to make it more fluid. Yummo!
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  • i_lov_it
    i_lov_it Perth, Western Australia Posts: 4,007
    Anyone have a Recipe for Pumpkin Spice Cookies? :p
  • riotgrl
    riotgrl LOUISVILLE Posts: 1,895
    After almost severing my finger trying to peel an acorn squash, I finally figured out this method too! This is what we're having for dinner tonight and it is amazing!

    halfbakedharvest.com/crockpot-crispy-caramelized-pork-ramen-noodle-soup-wcurry-roasted-acorn-squash/
    Are we getting something out of this all-encompassing trip?

    Seems my preconceptions are what should have been burned...

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  • deadendp
    deadendp Northeast Ohio Posts: 10,434
    riotgrl said:

    After almost severing my finger trying to peel an acorn squash, I finally figured out this method too! This is what we're having for dinner tonight and it is amazing!

    halfbakedharvest.com/crockpot-crispy-caramelized-pork-ramen-noodle-soup-wcurry-roasted-acorn-squash/

    Thou shall not maim thyself for squash. I'm glad that you found a better way. Keep those fingers out of the way! I know that we have 10, but I find that I'm rather fond of all 10. :)
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  • Natashapearljamfan
    Natashapearljamfan Australia Posts: 3,777
    Does anyone have a recipe for iced tea, that they have made and it tastes great? I'm having a girls lunch and thought it would be good to make, but I can't find a recipe. Thanks for any help :)
  • whispering hands
    whispering hands Under your skin Posts: 13,527
    edited December 2014
    Well, considering it's getting warm over there is AU... Make sun tea! Take a one gallon jar, or covered pitcher, four regular tea bags, and three flavored ones.( I prefer mint or orange spice, although Apple cider is yummy too!) full with water, add tea bags, set in direct sunlight for thre to four hours, and then bring in, remove tea bags and chill. I usually add fruit to it as well,but do that at the end as the fruit gets soggy when left in the warm water. This us best done the day before, and left to chill overnight. If you have a gloomy day, or not enough time, boil one gallon water, repeat the rest, chilling the tea for an hour before adding fruit, and continue chilling. Enjoy your luncheon!
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  • whispering hands
    whispering hands Under your skin Posts: 13,527
    Hint: if you do the Apple Cider flavor, add a splash or two of actual Apple Juice rather than fruit, very refreshing, and quite delicious!
  • Natashapearljamfan
    Natashapearljamfan Australia Posts: 3,777
    Thanks very much whispering hands. Wow that sounds yum, do I just fill the jug with tap water?
  • whispering hands
    whispering hands Under your skin Posts: 13,527
    Natashapearljamfan said:

    Thanks very much whispering hands. Wow that sounds yum, do I just fill the jug with tap water?

    Yep!
  • Leezestarr313
    Leezestarr313 Temple of the cat Posts: 14,444
    On hot days, I love having just simple fennel tea with a little slosh of apple juice. It's delish and good for the tummy.

    Or peppermint tea with a little honey and lemon juice.
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  • riotgrl
    riotgrl LOUISVILLE Posts: 1,895
    deadendp said:

    riotgrl said:

    After almost severing my finger trying to peel an acorn squash, I finally figured out this method too! This is what we're having for dinner tonight and it is amazing!

    halfbakedharvest.com/crockpot-crispy-caramelized-pork-ramen-noodle-soup-wcurry-roasted-acorn-squash/

    Thou shall not maim thyself for squash. I'm glad that you found a better way. Keep those fingers out of the way! I know that we have 10, but I find that I'm rather fond of all 10. :)
    Yes, me too! I love to cook but I am SO klutzy that I am a hazard to myself :(
    Are we getting something out of this all-encompassing trip?

    Seems my preconceptions are what should have been burned...

    I AM MINE
  • deadendp
    deadendp Northeast Ohio Posts: 10,434
    Steel toed shoes and those chainmail chef gloves for you!
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  • PJfanwillneverleave1
    PJfanwillneverleave1 Posts: 12,885
    edited December 2014
    Well, having company over tomorrow for dinner. Pressure is on for me to cook and carve the turkey.
    Found these links after searching many others. Looks like I will go with these methods unless some better tips come up.

    this link for cooking
    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=e5PFXhdfVT8

    and this link for carving
    http://www.nytimes.com/video/dining/100000002542844/how-to-carve-a-turkey.html
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  • riotgrl
    riotgrl LOUISVILLE Posts: 1,895
    PJfanwillneverleave1 wrote: »
    Well, having company over tomorrow for dinner. Pressure is on for me to cook and carve the turkey.
    Found these links after searching many others. Looks like I will go with these methods unless some better tips come up.

    http://www.nytimes.com/video/dining/100000002542844/how-to-carve-a-turkey.html


    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=e5PFXhdfVT8

    I dry brined my turkey at Thanksgiving and it was amazing! The whole thing just fell apart - no need to carve :)
    Are we getting something out of this all-encompassing trip?

    Seems my preconceptions are what should have been burned...

    I AM MINE
  • Enkidu
    Enkidu So Cal Posts: 2,996
    I need a good appetizer for pre-Christmas dinner. Nothing with cheese (we've got cheese and crackers). Something light-ish. Anyone have ideas?
  • whispering hands
    whispering hands Under your skin Posts: 13,527
    We like to do a veggie test with Hummus. But jonesly that's as light as it gets in this house! Lol
  • PJfanwillneverleave1
    PJfanwillneverleave1 Posts: 12,885
    edited December 2014
    Enkidu wrote: »
    I need a good appetizer for pre-Christmas dinner. Nothing with cheese (we've got cheese and crackers). Something light-ish. Anyone have ideas?

    I know you said no cheese but I made this once. It was worth the effort.
    http://steamykitchen.com/1663-fig-apple-and-gorgonzola-flatbread.html

    if not have a look at these http://www.countryliving.com/cooking/delectable-holiday-appetizers-1208#slide-2

    this was my favorite and easy to make http://www.howsweeteats.com/2011/06/green-bean-bacon-bundles/#_a5y_p=2922866
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  • ldent42
    ldent42 NYC Posts: 7,859
    Enkidu wrote: »
    I need a good appetizer for pre-Christmas dinner. Nothing with cheese (we've got cheese and crackers). Something light-ish. Anyone have ideas?

    tapenade to go with the crackers?
    devilled eggs?
    that thing they give you in Greek restaurants with the zucchini and eggplant lightly battered and served with the delicious white dip? https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9XiiKKrewmE
    unless you mean a sit-at-the-table appetizer, in which case my vote goes to salad or soup.

    Anyone got an idea about marinade for pernil? I had to buy the bone-in kind since there was no picnic cut left. Also, am I cutting the skin back and seasoning underneath that fat layer? My mom is telling me not to but everything I read online said to do it that way.
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  • Enkidu
    Enkidu So Cal Posts: 2,996
    Yum, thanks for all the suggestions. I ate too many deviled eggs before Thanksgiving - that was a mistake. They were good though. (I had to Google pernil - sounds really amazing.)

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