Alan N's Profile
I never eat _______ out because nobody makes it right but me.
Thanks for the recipe. Simple and sounds very good. Tomato sauce not salsa? What type? When I make this I'm going to need to explore condiments.
Thanks again.
Non-Restaurant Foodie Gems?
Pita Market on Dempster in Skokie. Next to the original Pita Inn.
Pita Inn has crispy and flavorful falafels, with all of the traditional Mediterranean classics being very good.
I'm partial to the lentil soup and baba ganouj.
http://www.pita-inn.com/market_and_bakery.php
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Pita Inn
3910 Dempster St, Skokie, IL 60076
What's for Dinner XXVI
Hey again,
Sounds good. The outdoor grub.
Good luck with the card action.
What's for dinner. Part XXV
Hello linguafood,
Your detailed description of the situation. Food, company, weather and beer.
Sounded good.
In Germany, are BBQ sauces often used along with the grill?
Later.
What's for dinner. Part XXV
Hello linguafood,
You got my attention, I had to check where you are. Berlin was not what I expected. Is "Qing" common in Germany? I've been to a few cities in Germany for a few days but only ate out. Forgive my ignorance, my interest is genuine.
Sounds like a great plan.
Family foods I thought was normal
Kraft style or homemade? I'm jealous of you, we never used an oven for our Mac (not homemade). Much less a topping.
I never eat _______ out because nobody makes it right but me.
graffitipassion,
Can you share the recipe for Tortilla Espanola as you make it?
Thanks.
What's for dinner. Part XXV
Burrito made with: Rice, beans, tomato, cheese and onions. Salsa Verde.
Do you have a favorite I'm-alone-now-so-nobody-will-know favorite dish?
Interesting. Thanks.
Vegan and vegetarian meatloaf recipies
That's exactly what I'll do. Thanks goodhealthgourmet.
Vegan and vegetarian meatloaf recipies
Hello,
Does anyone have a recipe for vegan and or vegetarian meatloaf? Anything that tastes good, time and effort are not concerns. Thanks.
Alan
Here is a thread that exists already, just FYI
http://chowhound.chow.com/topics/305723
What do you make that is SOOO easy yet you impress yourself every time you make it?
Crisp Black Bean Tacos
You need:
Cooked black beans smashed up, chunky with some whole ones in there (warm or room temp)
Your favorite hot sauce
Some onion, sliced or diced
Veg oil
Fresh corn tortillas
Pan
Wood toothpicks
1. Heat oil in pan to a shimmer
2. Heat the tortillas in a microwave or oven (if in oven, wrap in moist paper towels) enough so they are flexible
3. Add beans, onions and hot sauce. Not too much of anything, less is more for these I think.
4. Fold the tortilla in half and use a toothpick at the top of the tortilla to hold it together
5. Drop it in the oil and fry that baby until just golden on both sides, put in a large bowl lined with paper towels
6. Serve, repeat, keep going. This is not I make a lot of then serve, unfortunately. For best flavor just make a few at a time, then go back and do some more.
Cheese is great, but for these I prefer none. Crispy, spicy and simple..
Do you have a favorite I'm-alone-now-so-nobody-will-know favorite dish?
Hello SD_Livin,
How did you first think to try vanilla ice cream over hot rice? How would you describe the flavor(s)? Thanks for feeding my curiosity.
Alan
Deerfield Il
Welcome. Lots of options near and in Deerfield. Some specifics will help us help you. Price range, food preferences, how many going, etc.
Tomatillo recipes?
I like okra on pizza the most when using the frozen, cut variety. Favorite is GOYA.
It is very good, but looses appeal when overcooked (gets slimy), so for frozen, take out enough to cover the pie to your liking a minute or two before cooking.
8-14 minutes at 450 is my window for frozen okra as a topping.
If your pizza cooks in less than 8 minutes, let the okra come to room temp first.
The fresh okra worked best on french bread style pizza, less cooking time. Cut into pretty thick circular slices.
It's good with traditional pizza sauces too.
Tortillas. Traditional / non-traditional uses?
I like having them warmed and ready on Thanksgiving for an otherwise traditional meal.
Corn tortillas are my preference for all uses except for mouth watering burritos.
Also, leftover t-day grub makes for good burrito filler.
Tomatillo recipes?
Simple salsa verde:
1 1/2 pounds tomatillos, halved, removed from paper skin, roasted in oven (cut side up) for about 12 min at 425/450. Way better on the grill (use a little oil on the tom skin)
Blend those greenies with about 1/4 white onion, a hot green pepper or two and some cilantro.
If using the grill, throw on the onion and peppers for additional smoky flavor.
Salt.
No lime for me.
I use this salsa on homemade pizzas. Jack or pepperjack cheese and okra are my favorites with it.
Regarding your question about using them in southern recipes, I don't know. They have a distinct flavor, that's for sure. I do know that I have not really liked them as a tomato substitute for the pasta/gnocchi dishes that I have played with.
What's For Dinner? Part XXIV
Mex rice, black beans, corn tortillas and Tecate. Salsa Verde for fun.
Any ideas for making beets more palatable?
Read Jitterbug Perfume by Tom Robbins. It takes a bit to get into, but it's an interesting book.
Not a cookbook or even about cooking, but you do learn to look at beets differently.
How would you characterize what a good guacamole is?
A tablespoon to how much guacamole? Thanks.
To answer the OP...
Chunky, fresh and simple. Ingredients can change if they meet the mentioned standards.
Do you have a favorite I'm-alone-now-so-nobody-will-know favorite dish?
Yep, Try Me makes Tiger sauce. I don't like it. The Yucatan Sunshine is very good.
My fiancee has never had a burrito...
Favorite meat, veggies and other specifics will help all of us give suggestions. Likes guac, sour cream, cheese, etc.
The best burrito I have ever had is from Garcia's on Western Ave and Lincoln Ave. My perfect burrito from there is ordered as:
Rice
Beans
Onions
Tomatoes
Cheese
What west suburb? I am in that area often(A.H., M.P., Palatine) and eat burritos on occasion there. I don't eat meat, but I eat burritos with those who do.
What is Your Daily Food Routine?
No breakfast except when with company, eating out. Lunch 2X in the last 5 years? (on my b-day cannot refuse falafel and lentil soup purchased by co-workers and it is good). Similar to Mandalay,I'm evening meal focused. 45 min before bed is the time for big dinners when home cooking. Coffee, vitamins and soda in a.m. Candy or rarely some fruit around 10:30. Salty snacks at some other point.
Do you have a favorite I'm-alone-now-so-nobody-will-know favorite dish?
PMS + TOTS = successfullkitchenendevours
Start a resto, I'm there.
