What did you cook or eat today (January 2021)?

[caseydog]

I think many of us love cooking freestyle the best. That's why writing up recipes for challenges is so onerous, and it really slows thing down when preparing meals. I hate following recipes, but when baking (especially with yeast) I have resigned myself that it's for the best. Yeast is a little expensive to be wasting in failed experiments.

You nailed it. I also have a bit of a disdain for recipes, but I can get away with shooting from the hip with cooking, not so with baking. When I do bake (not often), I follow the recipe verbatim.

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[MypinchofItaly]

Making Meatballs today

 

[Wyshiepoo]

Guernsey Beanjar in prep. Still have to do the onions.

 

[Yorky]

Today's pork burger with red oak (but no additional chillis) and chips.

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• Yorky
• 23 Jan 2021

 

[Windigo]

We just started a two week holiday so here is my treat. A big mac menu and a caramel sundae. Some serious cooking again tomorrow!

 

[vernplum]

King Prawn Dhansak (turned out pretty decent)

Mattar Paneer (didn’t work out so well, but edible)

and for the kids:

 

[medtran49]

I do not find store bought yeast to be that expensive. The only thing about it is that it has a shelf life and should be purchased just prior to using it.

I keep mine in the refrigerator as well. You can also freeze yeast, which I discovered when we ended up buying a several pound bag from the restaurant supply when there was a shortage due to COVID.

 

[Morning Glory]

King Prawn Dhansak (turned out pretty decent)

Looks great!

 

[Morning Glory]

That's why writing up recipes for challenges is so onerous, and it really slows thing down when preparing meals. I

I don't write up as I prepare. Jotted notes only - then write up later. Sometimes I snap a photo so I can see quantities in the mise en place.

 

[vernplum]

Making Meatballs today

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When I make meatballs, I also make some baby ones - for my daughter.

 

[vernplum]

Today's pork burger with red oak (but no additional chillis) and chips.

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• Yorky
• 23 Jan 2021

That is screaming out for slice of cheese IMHO, but it still looks nice and juicy!

 

[MypinchofItaly]

King Prawn Dhansak (turned out pretty decent)

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Mattar Paneer (didn’t work out so well, but edible)

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and for the kids:

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All looks delicious! And I’d eat kids dish too

 

[MypinchofItaly]

When I make meatballs, I also make some baby ones - for my daughter.

Yes I’ve made the mini-mini ones too
Perfect as finger food

 

[MypinchofItaly]

The first idea was to make pasta with meatballs, then I’ve changed my mind and I ate them with bread... Neapolitan o’ cuzzetiello

 

[Lullabelle]

The first idea was to make pasta with meatballs, then I’ve changed my mind and I ate them with bread... Neapolitan o’ cuzzetiello

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looks scrummy.