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« Reply #90 on: June 27, 2008, 09:35:52 PM » |
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I suppose it would, but it would affect the color of the vegetables which may be off-putting for some. I suppose there are no hard and fast rules, though.  Good point, Yixin.
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« Reply #91 on: June 30, 2008, 04:00:17 PM » |
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Hey, I'm actually trying to become a bit more health conscious this summer... but I'm not that great of a cook, and can only really cook with what's in the house (seeing as how I'm 17, and too poor to buy anything) if you have any good lunch/snack recipes that are also healthy mind passing em along? I'm sick of sandwiches (which as I read elsewhere, is terribly unhealthy... lol) Thanks a ton! -David
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« Reply #92 on: July 01, 2008, 05:28:03 PM » |
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I suppose it would, but it would affect the color of the vegetables which may be off-putting for some. I suppose there are no hard and fast rules, though.  Good point, Yixin. Well, I couldn't find any lighter colored vinegars in my house (need to go get some though, that vegetable recipe looks delicious).
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« Reply #93 on: July 01, 2008, 05:34:53 PM » |
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Hey, I'm actually trying to become a bit more health conscious this summer... but I'm not that great of a cook, and can only really cook with what's in the house (seeing as how I'm 17, and too poor to buy anything) if you have any good lunch/snack recipes that are also healthy mind passing em along? I'm sick of sandwiches (which as I read elsewhere, is terribly unhealthy... lol) Thanks a ton! -David
Sandwiches aren't "terribly unhealthy" -- Donuts are terribly unhealthy  Sandwiches are just "far from optimal", I think muse or I needs to write up a quick "Getting started with simple cooking" article. Most simple items don't need much of a recipe 
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« Reply #94 on: July 02, 2008, 02:32:06 PM » |
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lol I would def read that article if one of you were to put it up  I think I just need to get away from the 1-2 sandwiches a day kinda eating gonna go see what I can throw together in the kitchen lol -David
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« Reply #95 on: July 04, 2008, 01:49:24 PM » |
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I think muse or I needs to write up a quick "Getting started with simple cooking" article. Most simple items don't need much of a recipe  That was the original idea behind the cookbook I started to write last summer, but totally lost steam on. I would be happy to write up an article like this, though, as I've been toying with the idea for some time and have some notes on it. I should have something up tonight or tomorrow, unless Chris beats me to the punch.
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« Reply #96 on: July 04, 2008, 02:27:34 PM » |
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even though i think i cook pretty well, considering my menu is pretty simple, i think you are probably a better cook than I am, from what i am hearing  might be a better service if you do it  but if you are too busy i can write something quick im sure
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« Reply #97 on: July 05, 2008, 09:47:41 AM » |
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Awww, thank you, Chris! The article is about 3/4 done. It is turning out to be a lot bigger than I originally imagined. It should be up today, though! I'm pretty excited.
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« Reply #98 on: July 05, 2008, 10:49:52 AM » |
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Wooo! I can't wait for it to be finished lol  -David
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« Reply #99 on: July 05, 2008, 12:10:54 PM » |
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« Reply #100 on: July 07, 2008, 08:00:21 AM » |
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In answering Augi's question on the "Fish" thread, I mentioned ceviche which is a fish preparation I had forgotten about until his thread brought it up. I found a good, simple recipe for it on a search. It is absolutely packed with protein and flavor and very little else. Seems like a winner to me: http://www.recipezaar.com/111154There are a ton of other variations out there. Once you are comfortable with the recipe you could certainly make up your own based on what's at the fish market and your own personal tastes. IMO you could substitute bottled lime juice for the fresh, to save time. You'd lose a bit of flavor, but who really has the time to juice and strain 12 limes? 
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« Reply #101 on: July 08, 2008, 11:42:59 AM » |
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A friend just sent me this... You know I'm going to do crazy things with spices for it.. and I think there should be some kind of sauce poured over top.. just to make for more interesting flavours.. but for anyone here who gets massive crazy ideas from this.. here ya go.
Mushroom & Spinach Stuffed Chicken Breast
4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (Depending on how much you need to make.) 1 bag of baby spinach 12 small mushroom caps (cut into a few pieces per cap.) 2 diced cloves of garlic 1 cup of part-skim ricotta cheese 1 cup of shredded cheese 1 shallot (diced.) 1 tablespoon of butter ground black pepper 3 tablespoons of EVOO(extra virgin olive oil for those who don't know by now.)
Place chicken breasts in large plastic bag. Pound out chicken from the center out with some sort of skillet or mallet.
Put in mushrooms, butter, garlic&shallot into skillet over medium heat. Saute for 5 minutes, adding in the ground black pepper.
Brush olive oil onto all sides of the chicken and place leaves of the baby spinach down on one side. Spread ricotta cheese over spinach. Add the mushroom, garlic, butter and shallot mixture on top of that. Fold over other end of the chicken on top of the stuffing.
Preheat oven at 350 and place in oven for 40 minutes.
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« Reply #102 on: July 08, 2008, 01:48:30 PM » |
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Sounds easy, healthy, and tasty. Here's how I would make a sauce for it: Reserve fat in skillet from mushroom mixture. While chicken breasts are baking, heat skillet with reserved fat to just under high heat. Pour in 1/2 cup white wine and deglaze. When wine is almost evaporated, pour in 1/2 cup vegetable broth & 1/2 cup chicken broth, stirring briskly. Add the juice from 1/2 lemon and the following herbs to taste: thyme, tarragon, marjoram, freshly-ground black pepper. Stir to incorporate. Let simmer briskly, reducing sauce by 1/3. In a glass mix 1 heaping teaspoon corn starch with 3 tablespoons cold water. Use a fork to mix thoroughly, breaking up any chunks. Pour corn starch mixture into sauce in a slow, steady stream, stirring constantly. Allow sauce to boil until thickened. When thickened to your preference, remove from heat and stir in a pat of butter. Taste sauce & adjust seasonings, adding salt & herbs, until to your preference. Serve over Mushroom & Spinich Stuffed Chicken Breast. 
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« Reply #103 on: July 09, 2008, 07:12:44 AM » |
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Thanks for that, Muse. I'll definitely have to try that. First, though.. I have a theory that hollandaise would be good over it.. I'll probably be switching out the mushrooms for something else, too,s ince I'm not a huge fan.. So... we'll see with all of this. Plus, it's been a while since I've made hollandaise.
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« Reply #104 on: July 09, 2008, 03:26:26 PM » |
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Oh Hollandaise could work for sure, or Bearnaise. You could also add a little pancetta to the filling, to give it some smoke. I'd use a less acidic sauce in that case, if it were me; or at least add a "green" note to the top of the sauce (a bit more tarragon, or some bay leaf). ...but now I am going down a rabbit hole.  Since I'm here, here's a quick, light, easy summer salad that can be a whole meal unto itself, or a delicious side for grilled chicken. Insalata Caprese Slice as many fresh tomatoes as you care to eat. Slice a ball (or log) of fresh mozzarella into slices about the same thickness as your tomatoes. You should have about the same amount of mozz as tomatoes. Arrange the tomatoes and mozz slices on a plate, alternating between the two. Chiffonnade as many fresh basil leaves as you'd like. (To chiffonnade: wash the leaves and shake them dry. Stack them atop one another and roll the whole stack up lengthwise. With a sharp knife, cut the roll crosswise into thin slices. This will give you gnarly strips.) Sprinkle the basil over the tomatoes and mozz. Drizzle the whole plate with olive oil (light or extra-virgin, per your preference). Drizzle also with balsamic vinegar (vinegar is not classic caprese, but it adds a nice taste if you prefer it). Sprinkle with sea salt and freshly ground pepper. Buon appetito!
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