What did you eat today?
My sister sent me a small stocking stuffer for Christmas and included was a small amount of what looks like chain mail. You scrub the skillet with it and it makes cleaning it much easier. The skillet is great for one-dish meals as you can cook on the stovetop and then stick the same skillet in the oven. I browned sausage and beef, threw in some onions and peppers, added a generous amount of cheese, some sauce, and baked the whole thing for 45 minutes.
Then I usually put mine in the oven since it takes a long time for it to cool. I grill steaks or chicken on it probably twice a week. About to do a grass-fed ribeye for lunch
the Amish are centered in Lancaster, PA but they have small communities in many areas throughout the U.S.
if you're lucky you have an Amish market near you as I do - they sell all kinds of foods including hot foods
their food is heavy, they're not into low fat cooking; but they never skimp - they give it their all - and they have a lot of pride in what they put out - and much of what they put out is excellent IMO
my faves from them are their fried chicken wings and their redskin potato salad - everything is homemade
my Amish Market also has a restaurant and I once ordered a steak and cheese sub - of course, you're expecting strips of steak on the sub
𝙩𝙝𝙚𝙮 𝙥𝙪𝙩 𝙖 𝙬𝙝𝙤𝙡𝙚 𝙨𝙩𝙚𝙖𝙠 𝙤𝙣 𝙩𝙝𝙚 𝙨𝙪𝙗 𝙧𝙤𝙡𝙡_________(~:/______________I've never before seen anything like it
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the Amish are centered in Lancaster, PA but they have small communities in many areas throughout the U.S.
if you're lucky you have an Amish market near you as I do - they sell all kinds of foods including hot foods
their food is heavy, they're not into low fat cooking; but they never skimp - they give it their all - and they have a lot of pride in what they put out - and much of what they put out is excellent IMO
my faves from them are their fried chicken wings and their redskin potato salad - everything is homemade
my Amish Market also has a restaurant and I once ordered a steak and cheese sub - of course, you're expecting strips of steak on the sub
𝙩𝙝𝙚𝙮 𝙥𝙪𝙩 𝙖 𝙬𝙝𝙤𝙡𝙚 𝙨𝙩𝙚𝙖𝙠 𝙤𝙣 𝙩𝙝𝙚 𝙨𝙪𝙗 𝙧𝙤𝙡𝙡_________(~:/______________I've never before seen anything like it
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Being from Ohio as a kid we would go to Amish communities about once or twice a year. The only particular one I remember was probably 100 miles South of Cleveland. We would always buy wheels of Baby Swiss cheese and rings of Troyer's Trail Bologna, I have very fond memories of it.
Sides of onion rings (great) and fries (great).
This was lunch. I was so full I never felt hungry enough to eat dinner. Forced myself to eat a small bowl of ice cream with toasted almonds.
I think Grovers was on that Diners and Dives show.
Quote: billryanI've been using my cast iron skillet a good deal and would have used it more if cleaning it wasn't such a pain in the ass. You can't soak them, and you can't put them in the dishwasher.
My sister sent me a small stocking stuffer for Christmas and included was a small amount of what looks like chain mail. You scrub the skillet with it and it makes cleaning it much easier. The skillet is great for one-dish meals as you can cook on the stovetop and then stick the same skillet in the oven. I browned sausage and beef, threw in some onions and peppers, added a generous amount of cheese, some sauce, and baked the whole thing for 45 minutes.
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It’s not hard to clean if it’s well seasoned and do it immediately. It’s a pain in the butt if you wait and let it cool.
The trick like Ace2 says is to do it while hot. It’s ok to use some soap if you need to, but make sure to dry it right away with a towel. And re-season occasionally.
Quote: unJonQuote: billryanI've been using my cast iron skillet a good deal and would have used it more if cleaning it wasn't such a pain in the ass. You can't soak them, and you can't put them in the dishwasher.
My sister sent me a small stocking stuffer for Christmas and included was a small amount of what looks like chain mail. You scrub the skillet with it and it makes cleaning it much easier. The skillet is great for one-dish meals as you can cook on the stovetop and then stick the same skillet in the oven. I browned sausage and beef, threw in some onions and peppers, added a generous amount of cheese, some sauce, and baked the whole thing for 45 minutes.
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It’s not hard to clean if it’s well seasoned and do it immediately. It’s a pain in the butt if you wait and let it cool.
The trick like Ace2 says is to do it while hot. It’s ok to use some soap if you need to, but make sure to dry it right away with a towel. And re-season occasionally.
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In my house it was a mortal sin to use soap on cast iron.
I'm a little disappointed as I was on pace for the 50 pounds but slacked off a bit. I have my eating under control when things go smooth but bad news sends me seeking food. Some people turn to drink, some turn to a needle. I turn to double cheeseburgers.
Quote: Ace2You don't use soap on cast iron!
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Modern dishwashing liquids are not the same as traditional harsh soaps made of woodash lye and tallow.
They don't strip the seasoning nearly as vigorously.
Dishwashers and cast iron still don't get along well.
I've never had an iron skillet before, and there is a learning curve to seasoning and cleaning them. I don't think Amazon had any instructions included when I bought the skillet from them.
Quote: Ace2You don't use soap on cast iron!
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It’s a myth. I’ve done it both ways. No difference long term. Though I’m also a frequent season-er with oil in the oven for 90 min.
No soap = no re-seasoning required. And the pan gets even more "non-stick" over time
As mentioned previously, you treat/maintain it just like an outdoor grill. One with real iron grates anyway, not referring to a flimsy Weber
Brushing it immediately after use not only cleans it but also promotes good charring/browning of the meat for next use
Quote: billryanWhen I started with my dietician in May of 2021, my first long-term goal was to lose 50 pounds by St Patricks Day. I just weighed myself and I slightly missed it. I've lost 47 pounds. The next goal was 60 pounds by Memorial Day and 100 overall.
I'm a little disappointed as I was on pace for the 50 pounds but slacked off a bit. I have my eating under control when things go smooth but bad news sends me seeking food. Some people turn to drink, some turn to a needle. I turn to double cheeseburgers.
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I think the obvious answer is to turn to Meth. It will give you energy and make you lose weight (and teeth).
Quote: DRichQuote: billryanWhen I started with my dietician in May of 2021, my first long-term goal was to lose 50 pounds by St Patricks Day. I just weighed myself and I slightly missed it. I've lost 47 pounds. The next goal was 60 pounds by Memorial Day and 100 overall.
I'm a little disappointed as I was on pace for the 50 pounds but slacked off a bit. I have my eating under control when things go smooth but bad news sends me seeking food. Some people turn to drink, some turn to a needle. I turn to double cheeseburgers.
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I think the obvious answer is to turn to Meth. It will give you energy and make you lose weight (and teeth).
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I've made it this far without ever trying meth. I hope I can make it another couple of decades.Meth was almost non-existent in NY for many years. I guess its hard to make in crowded areas.
I had a buddy who wasn't really fat - just a little too much around the tummy and he wanted to get very thin - just out of vanity
he did it - he's 5'11" and I think he weighs about 130 - and he's maintained that weight for a whole lot of years
his strategy was what we called "one moose a day" - moose meaning a huge meal - after that one moose he ate nothing until the next day
for that one meal he would eat anything he wanted - I don't what diet books say about it - but it worked for him
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I had a buddy who wasn't really fat - just a little too much around the tummy and he wanted to get very thin - just out of vanity
he did it - he's 5'11" and I think he weighs about 130 - and he's maintained that weight for a whole lot of years
his strategy was what we called "one moose a day" - moose meaning a huge meal - after that one moose he ate nothing until the next day
for that one meal he would eat anything he wanted - I don't what diet books say about it - but it worked for him
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I generally eat one small to average size meal a day but I am a potato chip snacker a couple of times a week. Today I had 4 oz of corned beef and some cashews for a snack. Yesterday I had one slice of pizza.
For lunch, the main executive where I work had his office moved to the east coast, so we had a "going away luncheon" that was pretty much an all-you-can-eat BBQ buffet, and who am I to say no to (deep inhale) beef brisket, pulled pork, a hot link, mac & cheese, potato wedges, baked beans, and, for dessert, banana pudding?
Follow that up with a dinner of a Wienerschnitzel double chili cheeseburger, chili cheese dog, and bacon ranch chili cheese fries.
Today? A couple of bunless hot dogs for lunch, and lasagne for dinner.
Quote: ThatDonGuyWhat didn't I eat yesterday...
For lunch, the main executive where I work had his office moved to the east coast, so we had a "going away luncheon" that was pretty much an all-you-can-eat BBQ buffet, and who am I to say no to (deep inhale) beef brisket, pulled pork, a hot link, mac & cheese, potato wedges, baked beans, and, for dessert, banana pudding?
Follow that up with a dinner of a Wienerschnitzel double chili cheeseburger, chili cheese dog, and bacon ranch chili cheese fries.
Today? A couple of bunless hot dogs for lunch, and lasagne for dinner.
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I am a BBQ fanatic. Was it at least good BBQ? Wow Don, I never pictured you as a big eater. That much food would last me a month.
Starbucks is so powerful in their market that they don't need to advertise - I haven't seen a Starbucks ad in years - hard to believe - their stock price keeps going up and up
nothing special about their coffee IMO -
sitting around Starbucks with your laptop and paying too much for mediocre coffee is a status thing - makes you look good to inquiring eyes
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Last week I went to the supposedly great Bisbee Breakfast Club for breakfast. $11.99 plus tip for an omelet, potatoes, and a glass of milk. Never again.
Quote: billryanWe must have a dozen coffee shops in Bisbee. None of them seem particularly crowded most of the time. No national chains allowed although the Safeway Supermarket does have a Starbucks in it. I don't drink coffee so I've never been in any of them.
Last week I went to the supposedly great Bisbee Breakfast Club for breakfast. $11.99 plus tip for an omelet, potatoes, and a glass of milk. Never again.
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Are you implying that it seems expensive at $11.99? To me that seems to be the price anywhere and maybe on the cheaper side. I am guessing the glass of milk was around $3 so if that was the case an $8.99 omelet sounds cheap to me. It is just expensive to eat out almost anywhere now. My wife and I went out for breakfast yesterday and the bill was around $31. I was surprised and expecting closer to $40.
Quote: DRichQuote: billryanWe must have a dozen coffee shops in Bisbee. None of them seem particularly crowded most of the time. No national chains allowed although the Safeway Supermarket does have a Starbucks in it. I don't drink coffee so I've never been in any of them.
Last week I went to the supposedly great Bisbee Breakfast Club for breakfast. $11.99 plus tip for an omelet, potatoes, and a glass of milk. Never again.
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Are you implying that it seems expensive at $11.99? To me that seems to be the price anywhere and maybe on the cheaper side. I am guessing the glass of milk was around $3 so if that was the case an $8.99 omelet sounds cheap to me. It is just expensive to eat out almost anywhere now. My wife and I went out for breakfast yesterday and the bill was around $31. I was surprised and expecting closer to $40.
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It seemed expensive to me, but I can't think of the last time I had breakfast in a diner. For a hole-in-the-wall diner, I did think it was expensive. either I drink my breakfast shake or I'll eat at Burger King every six weeks or so. Two sausage and egg croissants, hash browns and oj for $4.
Quote: billryanFor a hole-in-the-wall diner, I did think it was expensive.
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Seems about right to me. I expect local places to run a bit more expensive than Waffle House.
My usual haunts want around $9 for an omelette and hashbrowns, which I feel is worthwhile if they make the omelette decently and the coffee isn't awful. (I do NOT get a Denver omelette, just in case the prophecy from the film holds true.)
Today was pork and beans over rice with a few dashes of Texas Pete. Simple and satisfying, no glamour, prestige, or fuss.
I'm very impressed with some food products from Mexico
my 3 faves are Chi Chi's salsa, Corona beer and Oro instant coffee which imo is as good or better than most brewed coffee
great, great stuff
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I've never had Beef Wellington. Neither has my daughter who loves cooking and Food Channel type shows. We're in Vegas next month and have decided to seek out and try the dish.
We will be staying at Four Queens and, as it turns out, its high end restaurant, Hugo's Cellar, serves Beef Wellington. The trouble is, although Hugo's itself has good reviews, its Beef Wellington gets mixed reviews at best. It's a pricey meal and I don't want to waist money on mediocrity.
I guess I'm asking if anyone here knows where to get some good Beef Wellington in Vegas (including Hugo's Cellar if you tried it and liked it).
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I'm very impressed with some food products from Mexico
my 3 faves are Chi Chi's salsa, Corona beer and Oro instant coffee which imo is as good or better than most brewed coffee
great, great stuff
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Is Chi Chi's salsa from Mexico? Chi Chi's the Mexican food chain was started in Minnesota.
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I've never had Beef Wellington. Neither has my daughter who loves cooking and Food Channel type shows. We're in Vegas next month and have decided to seek out and try the dish.
We will be staying at Four Queens and, as it turns out, its high end restaurant, Hugo's Cellar, serves Beef Wellington. The trouble is, although Hugo's itself has good reviews, its Beef Wellington gets mixed reviews at best. It's a pricey meal and I don't want to waist money on mediocrity.
I guess I'm asking if anyone here knows where to get some good Beef Wellington in Vegas (including Hugo's Cellar if you tried it and liked it).
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A number of years ago, we ordered a beef wellington at Hugos to share with the table. It took forever to come out and I thought it was mediocre. My friends had never had it before and were impressed with it. I have not eaten in Hugos in years, but it was far too dark for me. I have enough trouble reading menus with the small print, but trying to do it in the dark doesn't make for a fun date. I know they try to play it off as a part of old Vegas but it just seemed dated to me.
An example is a Balsamic Flat Iron Steak. The meal comes with sweet corn and creamed spinach but I switched the potatoes out for sauteed garlic kale.
What's interesting is you boil these dinners. They come with color-coded labels and everything cooks in three to six minutes.
I have not cooked with this method before and it has a bit of a learning curve. The first pouch I opened I got a face full of steam, and the potatoes were watered down by excess moisture on the plate caused by me putting the pouch down.
At first, I thought the portions were rather small- the steaks are only four ounces, but after two meals I find them surprisingly satisfying.
For those who care about such things, these are made in upstate NY with food from independent family-owned farms and are never frozen, and are not delivered in styrofoam coolers.
I'm not hawking anything but if this sounds attractive, I have codes that will give us both future discounts.
Quote: GialmereI guess I'm asking if anyone here knows where to get some good Beef Wellington in Vegas (including Hugo's Cellar if you tried it and liked it).
Well, the "obvious" answer is, see if you can get a table at Hell's Kitchen, as that's one of the nakesake show's "specialties" (along with scallops and risotto).
Quote: billryanI signed up for a meal delivery service called Real Eats. You get six meals for $64 delivered. You can select meals or customize them.
An example is a Balsamic Flat Iron Steak. The meal comes with sweet corn and creamed spinach but I switched the potatoes out for sauteed garlic kale.
What's interesting is you boil these dinners. They come with color-coded labels and everything cooks in three to six minutes.
I have not cooked with this method before and it has a bit of a learning curve. The first pouch I opened I got a face full of steam, and the potatoes were watered down by excess moisture on the plate caused by me putting the pouch down.
At first, I thought the portions were rather small- the steaks are only four ounces, but after two meals I find them surprisingly satisfying.
For those who care about such things, these are made in upstate NY with food from independent family-owned farms and are never frozen, and are not delivered in styrofoam coolers.
I'm not hawking anything but if this sounds attractive, I have codes that will give us both future discounts.
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My 86 year old father has been on a kick lately where he is cooking almost everything the sous vide method. It seems strange to me to drop all of your food into a hot water bath to cook but most everything has come out very nicely.
Quote: billryanWhen I was a kid, we had some pouch meals you boiled- turkey and gravy, a veal patty type meal, and Salsbury steak, but that was well over 50 years ago and I don't recall them being very good.
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We had those too but what he is cooking in water is not frozen. Picture steaks cooked in a water bath, pork, fish ,etc,
wow___________7 Eleven has a deal they've had for a while______________any size iced coffee (cold brew) for $1.00_________and their coffee is good
their largest size is probably enough for many people for 2 days
I don't believe I can even make coffee at home that cheap _________incredible
if you consider quality and price together I believe 7 Eleven is crushing Starbucks and Dunkin Donuts
if their coffee is not quite as good, that's okay - it's close - no status in carrying around a 7 Eleven cup - a Starbucks cup give you high status in the community_____________________(~:\
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wow___________7 Eleven has a deal they've had for a while______________any size iced coffee (cold brew) for $1.00_________and their coffee is good
their largest size is probably enough for many people for 2 days
I don't believe I can even make coffee at home that cheap _________incredible
if you consider quality and price together I believe 7 Eleven is crushing Starbucks and Dunkin Donuts
if their coffee is not quite as good, that's okay - it's close - no status in carrying around a 7 Eleven cup - a Starbucks cup give you high status in the community_____________________(~:\
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You have to have a membership card for the offer though if it’s the same as it used to be. I HATE membership deal nonsense, don’t like having to unnecessarily give my number out or have 50 different membership cards.
I cannot believe the drive thru lines some of these people will sit in for a cup of coffee (like Starbucks), such a time sink for a little caffeine. Starbucks coffee actually pretty much sucks anyways imo beans over roasted.
I feel pretty lucky
I live withing walking distance from a popular mall
the little clothing stores are closing left and right but the Food Court rocks steady and is probably the only thing keeping the mall profitable
beyond the mall are another 15 or so restaurants within walking distance
altogether maybe 30 restaurants within walking distance
my top picks in the low to medium price range - I don't eat at high price restaurants very often - so I'll ignore them in this post
Frank Pepe Pizzaria Napoletana - excellent and very different - you really feel like you've eaten a carefully prepared meal - not a snack
Sarku - their chicken teriyaki is really special to me - just $2.00 extra for double meat - their noodles are great too - they cook it on the grill for you after your order - it's not pre-made and put into bins like Panda Express is
Cava - Mediterranean style - very generous with the veggies - all that you want are included in your order for one price
Charley's Grilled Subs____________wow - their steak and cheese is really good
a couple of other Mediterranean joints are near me - they're not national chains - that food is real special to eat once in a while - they use some special spices - a way to give it great taste
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"Enjoyed" some mediocre gas station pizza this morning. Really needed an extra 2 minutes in the oven before I got it to gratinate the cheese.
Quote: billryanI've been slicing up ribeyes to mix with my salads but slicing the steak really thin had been problematic. I watched a youtube video and got the perfect hack. After letting the steak cool down, I stick it in the freezer for about twenty minutes. When you take it out, it is firmer and very easy to slice super-thin. Let the slices sit for a minute or three at room temp and then mix with the salad.
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that is exactly how most restaurants slice meat thinly. I am surprised that you didn't know that from your many times in New York deli's (yes, an assumption on my part but you seem like a sandwich eater).
I'm not a big bread person. On road trips, I'll roll slices of roast beef or turkey with swiss cheese. I save my carbs for pizza and pasta.
I'm really learning how to cook, especially cooking and eating healthy.
some of you guys like to cook
I cook a little bit too - simple stuff like burgers
and they're pretty good too
but then I always think to myself__________'how good could it really be if I cooked it'______?????_________________________(~:\
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yesterday had a chicken kabob sandwich
that Mediterranean stuff is really special when it's done right - the spices - very unique
they gave me a side of chickpeas with sauce that was really good - I've never before in my life even thought of ordering or buying chickpeas
I will definitely be going back there
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