Something Delicious

[Sun]

Originally Posted by Daywalker

The Meat Industry is exempt.

So Dog Food has to be 'labeled' but not our Meat.

That makes me pause.

Yeah that is insane. The Beef industry lobby is throwing sick money at this issue. We can work on that piece, for now people have no idea what they are eating. They also have no idea that the cows are eating GMO grain and corn and getting sick. Then sick cows are being slaughtered and go to market. Its a mess.

[ruffryder]

Originally Posted by Sun

Adding..I have seen that disk around AZ before and never knew what it was called. The ones that I come across are big and silver, maybe stainless steel or aluminum not sure.

ruffryder- that disk in your pic looks like cast iron. Is it?

The whole portable deal with the propane tank would come in very handy for outdoor parties.

I'm not sure of the proper term for said disk. People I've known from Mexico call it "disco" may be a slang term. lol.

I picked that photo up online, but it was pretty similar to what we had. I think it's somewhere in between cast iron and steel and had a small propane tank hooked up to it.

I've also thought of something else that was tradition when I went to Mexico with my grandparents when I was little and that was having parties and having a pig roast. Chicharrones were made from the pig. yum! I still enjoy chicharrones which is basically fried crispy pork and mostly the fat back of it. My family has also slaughtered and cooked goat. It is pretty good. . and I've ran into this again with Somalis in Denver and tried some at one of their Halal (Only what is permitted by Islam) Markets. They enjoy not only chicken but goat.

I've lived in Colorado but unfortunately I really didn't sample any of their good cuisine. I've heard also they have some good fare and restaurants. I know I enjoyed their Mexican Food. I've always enjoyed this restaurant, Casa Bonita, and the entertainment they provide. It is a must if you ever do go to Denver! .. and they have some good sopapillas made fresh with honey is sooo good!

yeah I'm hungry now too! We should all cook! hehe.

[gaea]

Originally Posted by Sun

Ok we have a deal! Awesome. There are two kinds of sauces that I make for pasta like this, one is a simple quick plum tomato sauce and the other is a simmer all day long tomato sauce. Both are good but very different.

On another note...

I was just looking at Prop 37 and really hope that CA voters are going to pass this bill that requires GMO labeling of food. Really cant imagine our state not passing it. Once that happens and visitors start asking more questions about GMO foods we will hopefully see this thing get under control because right now it is out of control.

We are not digesting GMO foods and more, they are causing huge tumors for a lot of people. GMO is a bad idea and much of the GMO food is winding up in the hands of people who are living on the margins as well as public school children and those who are receiving USDA food.

GMO's scare me as much as microwaves do...

There is a Rice Field here in woodland that would be affected if 37 passes because it is entirely GMO.

I think MEAT human consumable and or animal should also be labeled correctly, I know that they say dogs are meat eaters however i have had my pup on a primarily veggie/seafood diet her whole life and she seems to do ok with this when beef was added to her diet she had a seizure, that ended.

The other issue with this is this will drive the cost for foods up so this is sort of a catch 22 because there are already so many citizens in our state that have a hard time affording groceries. There has got to be a balance somewhere in all of this.

[easygoingfemme]

I've had a few requests for this recipe after posting it in the dinner thread, so I'll put it here too. This is my favorite to make. It won me a local top chef competition a few years ago. Super easy, delicious, and good for you!

Cooking greens with Tahini Dressing and Quinoa
• 1 bunch cooking greens (kale, collards, chard, spinach, or beet greens)
Sauce ingredients
• ¾ c tahini (sesame paste)
• 2 cloves garlic
• 1 handful fresh cilantro
• 1 tbsp maple syrup
• 2 tbsp tamari or soy sauce
• Juice and zest of lemon
• ¼ c water
Quinoa
• 2c dry quinoa
• 4c water
Greens
Chop the greens up well and steam them for just a couple of minutes. Remove from heat and shock them by rinsing them in cold water to stop the cooking process, and set them aside.
Quinoa:
Rinse quinoa in a fine mesh colander. Then put 4c water and 2c quinoa in to a pot on the stovetop over medium high heat and cover with a lid. Bring to a boil and lower heat to simmer. Simmer about 12-15 minutes until water is absorbed and quinoa has a sprout shooting out of it. You can also make life easier by cooking your quinoa in a rice cooker. Measure, pour, and walk away. It will shut off when done.
Sauce: Put all sauce ingredients, just put ½ of the water for now into food processor or blender. Puree until creamy. Add more water slowly to obtain desired consistency. (Thickens in the fridge)
.
To serve: Put a scoop of quinoa on bottom of plate. Top that with greens and then pour on dressing.
(good additions are steamed carrots, raw or steamed beets, parsnips, and other sweet vegetables)

[girl_dee]

Preview of tonites dinner! Cajun style fried shrimp !

[Sun]

dee: Nice idea. Please share any recipes that you would like to.

Kiwi: I think that you are on to something there. A beverage conversation is always welcome.

Does anyone make any really interesting soft drinks?

[Corkey]

We have a thread for that

http://www.butchfemmeplanet.com/foru...ead.php?t=3932

[Bit]

Originally Posted by Sun

Does anyone make any really interesting soft drinks?

I make ginger ale with my own ginger syrup.

Equal parts thinly sliced ginger (skin on), sugar, and water--I use 1 cup each--bring to a boil and then simmer for thirty minutes. Let cool, strain out the ginger. Use the syrup in soda, 2 oz syrup to 8 oz club soda. This makes a HOT drink, so I usually add in 2 oz peach juice concentrate to sweeten it more. Ginger and peach are a wonderful combo.

You can also spread those boiled sliced of ginger onto a bed of sugar; turn them a couple times in the next 8 to 12 hours. Voila--candied ginger, and also a gently flavored sugar for baking.

The thing which makes my ginger ale really interesting? It's the equivalent of a popular 12-hour anti-inflammatory. It WILL ease your aches and pains. (And by the same token, if you cannot take anti-inflammatories, you need to avoid drinking this ginger ale.) The candied ginger is not as strong but it also has anti-inflammatory properties.

[Semantics]

Originally Posted by Sun

Does anyone make any really interesting soft drinks? [/COLOR]

All summer I made a watermelon flavored soft drink.

Blend the following up with a few handfuls of ice:

2 cups cubed watermelon
2 cups seltzer or club soda
1/4 cup fresh lime juice
1/4 cup chopped mint leaves

It's good without any sweetener, but sometimes I added a simple syrup or just a few spoonfuls of sugar.

[ahk]

Originally Posted by Sun

Hatch just had chili season and I missed it this year.

Nothing like those big baskets of chilis being roasted over fire. The gas units are not the same, but a good fire...wow.

The season was early and ended early too-- I am thankful that we picked up a bag (two) and roasted them on our grill and froze them. MMM.

My wife and I are big foodies-- we love to eat food, and we LOVE to make food. Our new years resolution (2012) was to make food that we love to eat out at home-- This last week we made pork wantons, fried rice, and a chicken stir fry dish type yumminess.

I enjoy cooking, baking (limited), and grilling --

subscribing, too.

[lusciouskiwi]

I just thought I'd add, sometimes it's interesting to talk about what's nice to drink with the meal. I'm not hugely knowledgeable about wines, etc, but Gewurztraminer is really nice with spicy food. The wine itself is sweet but the combination with spicy is lovely.

[Sun]

Originally Posted by ahk

The season was early and ended early too-- I am thankful that we picked up a bag (two) and roasted them on our grill and froze them. MMM.

My wife and I are big foodies-- we love to eat food, and we LOVE to make food. Our new years resolution (2012) was to make food that we love to eat out at home-- This last week we made pork wantons, fried rice, and a chicken stir fry dish type yumminess.

I enjoy cooking, baking (limited), and grilling --

subscribing, too.

Welcome ahk!

How cool that you are in New Mexico! I saw that Hatch was offering to ship frozen roasted chilis but I really wanted to do my own. Sometimes we can get them around here for a little while after the season but not if the season ends early. What caused that to happen?

I am looking forward to you sharing more with us!

[Sun]

Originally Posted by easygoingfemme

I've had a few requests for this recipe after posting it in the dinner thread, so I'll put it here too. This is my favorite to make. It won me a local top chef competition a few years ago. Super easy, delicious, and good for you!

Cooking greens with Tahini Dressing and Quinoa
• 1 bunch cooking greens (kale, collards, chard, spinach, or beet greens)
Sauce ingredients
• ¾ c tahini (sesame paste)
• 2 cloves garlic
• 1 handful fresh cilantro
• 1 tbsp maple syrup
• 2 tbsp tamari or soy sauce
• Juice and zest of lemon
• ¼ c water
Quinoa
• 2c dry quinoa
• 4c water
Greens
Chop the greens up well and steam them for just a couple of minutes. Remove from heat and shock them by rinsing them in cold water to stop the cooking process, and set them aside.
Quinoa:
Rinse quinoa in a fine mesh colander. Then put 4c water and 2c quinoa in to a pot on the stovetop over medium high heat and cover with a lid. Bring to a boil and lower heat to simmer. Simmer about 12-15 minutes until water is absorbed and quinoa has a sprout shooting out of it. You can also make life easier by cooking your quinoa in a rice cooker. Measure, pour, and walk away. It will shut off when done.
Sauce: Put all sauce ingredients, just put ½ of the water for now into food processor or blender. Puree until creamy. Add more water slowly to obtain desired consistency. (Thickens in the fridge)
.
To serve: Put a scoop of quinoa on bottom of plate. Top that with greens and then pour on dressing.
(good additions are steamed carrots, raw or steamed beets, parsnips, and other sweet vegetables)

Wow that looks great. Congratulations for winning the contest now I see why you were called a Top Chef! I am not always around this site to catch all of this good stuff so I am catching up. Love love love greens. Will have to try this. Thanks for sharing

[little_ms_sunshyne]

I already love this thread! I am such a foodie!

One of my favorite meals is Chicken Mole. It brings back memories of sitting at a small kitchen table covered in a curtain as a "table cloth" watching my Abuelita stir the Mole sauce in a large pot. I still request it from my mother on my birthday. I smother the chicken and arroz a la mexicana with the sauce.

My Abuelita is having me learn how to make tamales this Christmas. She said she refuses to leave this earth without her grandaughter having the recipe. I usually help her make them but this time I will be doing the cooking. I told her I do not want to learn if this means she is leaving me! I don't think I have a choice!

[Sun]

Originally Posted by little_ms_sunshyne

I already love this thread! I am such a foodie!

One of my favorite meals is Chicken Mole. It brings back memories of sitting at a small kitchen table covered in a curtain as a "table cloth" watching my Abuelita stir the Mole sauce in a large pot. I still request it from my mother on my birthday. I smother the chicken and arroz a la mexicana with the sauce.

My Abuelita is having me learn how to make tamales this Christmas. She said she refuses to leave this earth without her grandaughter having the recipe. I usually help her make them but this time I will be doing the cooking. I told her I do not want to learn if this means she is leaving me! I don't think I have a choice!

Welcome to the thread little_ms_sunshyne!

What a sweet story! You are so lucky to have this chance to learn from your Abuelita. That is such a gift.

Mole is something that I have never made. Some of my friends make it so well that I have not even tried. If I want some I know where to go! My feeling is, go to the experts.

Maybe you can educate us on Mole and Tamales. That would be awesome.
I have had the savory Tamales and only once had the dulce but would love to know more about what possibilities exist.

Now I am hungry. LOL

That is going to be a side effect of this thread!

Again Welcome and I look forward to seeing you around here!

[Sun]

Originally Posted by gaea

GMO's scare me as much as microwaves do...

There is a Rice Field here in woodland that would be affected if 37 passes because it is entirely GMO.

I think MEAT human consumable and or animal should also be labeled correctly, I know that they say dogs are meat eaters however i have had my pup on a primarily veggie/seafood diet her whole life and she seems to do ok with this when beef was added to her diet she had a seizure, that ended.

The other issue with this is this will drive the cost for foods up so this is sort of a catch 22 because there are already so many citizens in our state that have a hard time affording groceries. There has got to be a balance somewhere in all of this. We have to think about the future generations.

Watch how the European nations have handled GMO food. Very interesting. No room for negotiation. No is no.

Due to animal testing we have an idea of what is going to happen to humans with ongoing GMO foods and we are already seeing it.

The rice farm will have to become non GMO. That is all. Lundberg can grow organic and natural rice, so can they.

[Sun]

Originally Posted by ruffryder

I'm not sure of the proper term for said disk. People I've known from Mexico call it "disco" may be a slang term. lol.

I picked that photo up online, but it was pretty similar to what we had. I think it's somewhere in between cast iron and steel and had a small propane tank hooked up to it.

I've also thought of something else that was tradition when I went to Mexico with my grandparents when I was little and that was having parties and having a pig roast. Chicharrones were made from the pig. yum! I still enjoy chicharrones which is basically fried crispy pork and mostly the fat back of it. My family has also slaughtered and cooked goat. It is pretty good. . and I've ran into this again with Somalis in Denver and tried some at one of their Halal (Only what is permitted by Islam) Markets. They enjoy not only chicken but goat.

I've lived in Colorado but unfortunately I really didn't sample any of their good cuisine. I've heard also they have some good fare and restaurants. I know I enjoyed their Mexican Food. I've always enjoyed this restaurant, Casa Bonita, and the entertainment they provide. It is a must if you ever do go to Denver! .. and they have some good sopapillas made fresh with honey is sooo good!

yeah I'm hungry now too! We should all cook! hehe.

Denver has a great food scene. There is a Tapas place downtown that was excellent. Cant recall the name.

Sopapillia's! OMG at Maria's in Santa Fe I had the best and its so simple. No idea why theirs was so good. Another great fried food to eat once in a while.

I am going to check on that cook top disc thing and see what I can learn. Love that idea.

Ok ruff your post really made me want to cook and I am supposed to be taking some down time. Wish I had someone to cook for me, I may be dropping by all yalls (as you folks say in the south!) places real soon for some good home cooking!