Food and Recipes while under Coronavirus quarantine #4

[killarney rose]

I haven't seen those "nibbles' or the mini pie crusts. I like the idea of the mini pie crusts and may try using them to make mini pecan pies.

After my 80 something, couldn’t cook FIL was widowed, he learned to make pecan pie. He would buy crusts similar to these and he made mini pecan pies in them. He always shared.

 

[Catmommy]

Little mini pie crusts - such inspiration they bring. I'm thinking personal size quiches. Baby blackberry pies. Mini coconut creams. What fun! And the Huzbun loves pecan.

 

[iamshadow21]

I went to Publix because I didn't want to cook. I found these tiny little red potatoes. They will be great fried up as Rosemary Potatoes.

I did not get the ice cream gene but I want a waffle cone. So I bought this box of Keebler Waffle cones that was 70 cents cheaper than the Publix brand. I don't think that has ever happened. So I had to buy coffee ice cream to go in them. Not that anyone is going to watch me eat an empty waffle cone at home but I don't want to seem like I'm an idiot. LOL!!!

My oldest is coming home for a wedding Nov 4th. She will have to help me eat the ice cream. Then my youngest will have to come get the rest of the container. Otherwise, it will sit in there and get freezer burned before I finish it.

ETA: I also saw this box of mini Pillsbury pie crusts that you put in a cup cake pan! I thought they were really neat. What a time saver that would be for individual pies, even chicken pot pies or something like that.

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Love rosemary potatoes. How do you make them? We microwave regular potatoes until almost done, dice them when they've cooled a bit, then fry them off in a pan with some butter, rosemary, stock powder, pepper, etc. Those little potatoes would be perfect. No dicing hot potato!

 

[PayrollNerd]

Love rosemary potatoes. How do you make them? We microwave regular potatoes until almost done, dice them when they've cooled a bit, then fry them off in a pan with some butter, rosemary, stock powder, pepper, etc. Those little potatoes would be perfect. No dicing hot potato!

I wash the potatoes and let them drain a little so the water doesn’t splatter the oil. I put olive oil in the skillet and let it get warm.

Add potatoes, diced onion, kosher salt, diced garlic, fresh Rosemary is best but dried is good too. Cover the skillet so the potatoes don’t dry out. Keep on medium heat to cook the potatoes. When you lift the lid, let the condensation drip into the pan.

When they’re fork tender, add real butter and pepper, then increase the heat to make them crispy and brown.

It’s seems like no matter how many I make, there’s never any left over! I have to do a big 9x13 pan in the oven when nobody is home, so I have plenty for a few meals.

 

[BetteDavisEyes]

I made a really good dinner tonight, no pics sorry, but pulled pork, new potatoes and veg! I know most recipes have pulled pork in a sort of bbq type sauce, but I prefer mines with a gravy! So pork shoulder in the slow cooker, with gravy and sage, for 8 hours then shredded. Added new potatoes whole, and carrot and onion with 5 hours to go. And just had to steam some green veg to serve alongside. It was delicious ! Pork is really cheap here too, so a very economical meal, and 10/10 flavour and yumminess. Lots of leftovers too

Last week, Nino's was featuring an apple and cherry stuffed pork loin roast. I made a glaze with what was left of a jar of cherry jam, brown sugar, salt, pumpkin pie spice, and bourbon. We basted the pork roast a few times during cooking; it was moist and very flavorful. Accompanied by roasted red potatoes. This week, Nino's is featuring a sage and onion stuffed pork roast. It will be included in our weekend grocery run. Pork tenderloins are good, too, and very reasonably priced.

After several days of temps in the mid-70s, lots of sunshine, and light breezes, we are now going to have chilly temps with rain for a while. I made my first batch of chili yesterday. I don't think we'll see 70* again for several months.

 

[RusselSprout]

Ah pork tenderloin, you are reminding me of a great dish my gran used to make,it was stuffed pork tenderloin wrapped in bacon. She would vary the stuffing, black pudding was my fav, but there was sometimes fruit like apricot in the middle. Served with gravy,potatoes and veg. I always thought it was too fiddly for me to try and make, you need to fiddle around with string.

 

[acutename]

So my youngest made her vegan chili with Gardien Ground Be’f crumbles which are made from soybeans. She said they’re so good that her boyfriend couldn’t tell the difference the first time he tasted them.

ground be'f | Gardein

Gardein Ground Be'f is the perfect meat substitution. Use our vegan ground beef in hundreds of meatless recipes!

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their no-meat meat balls taste like meat too esp in marinara or a "meat ball" sandwich.

 

[acutename]

I went to Publix because I didn't want to cook. I found these tiny little red potatoes. They will be great fried up as Rosemary Potatoes.

I did not get the ice cream gene but I want a waffle cone. So I bought this box of Keebler Waffle cones that was 70 cents cheaper than the Publix brand. I don't think that has ever happened. So I had to buy coffee ice cream to go in them. Not that anyone is going to watch me eat an empty waffle cone at home but I don't want to seem like I'm an idiot. LOL!!!

My oldest is coming home for a wedding Nov 4th. She will have to help me eat the ice cream. Then my youngest will have to come get the rest of the container. Otherwise, it will sit in there and get freezer burned before I finish it.

ETA: I also saw this box of mini Pillsbury pie crusts that you put in a cup cake pan! I thought they were really neat. What a time saver that would be for individual pies, even chicken pot pies or something like that.

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because I am the laziest non-cook ever, I really like those little potatoes- you can microwave them fast, not peel them etc.

last week my local discount grocer only had Idaho potatoes- HUGE and they were still sporting soil- not only on them but in the bin. I reluctantly scooped one up and I have washed it once but I am pretty sure it needs more scrubbing. Looking on line today, I see that some people run them through the dishwasher! Many years ago I was actually served one of these potatoes in Idaho and it was about 3 lbs... had a week of homefries with the leftovers.

 

[PayrollNerd]

because I am the laziest non-cook ever, I really like those little potatoes- you can microwave them fast, not peel them etc.

last week my local discount grocer only had Idaho potatoes- HUGE and they were still sporting soil- not only on them but in the bin. I reluctantly scooped one up and I have washed it once but I am pretty sure it needs more scrubbing. Looking on line today, I see that some people run them through the dishwasher! Many years ago I was actually served one of these potatoes in Idaho and it was about 3 lbs... had a week of homefries with the leftovers.

They had yellow Nibbles too but I'm not a fan of yellow potatoes at all. I like Idaho baking potatoes, regular white potatoes and of course my favorite, red potatoes.

I saw online they have a bag that has both flavors in it and another bag that has red, yellow and purple. I didn't see either of those types at Publix tho. Just the yellow bag and the red bag.

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[BetteDavisEyes]

I haven't seen "Nibbles" potatoes, but Nino's has these: Little Potato Products | The Little Potato Company

 

[IceIce9]

because I am the laziest non-cook ever, I really like those little potatoes- you can microwave them fast, not peel them etc.

last week my local discount grocer only had Idaho potatoes- HUGE and they were still sporting soil- not only on them but in the bin. I reluctantly scooped one up and I have washed it once but I am pretty sure it needs more scrubbing. Looking on line today, I see that some people run them through the dishwasher! Many years ago I was actually served one of these potatoes in Idaho and it was about 3 lbs... had a week of homefries with the leftovers.

I LOVE the little baby potatoes, they are expensive at the grocery store but I buy them at Costco at a reasonable price.

Costco sells a 5# bag of mixed red and yellow baby potatoes that are very clean, the bag says they are washed and ready to cook. Although I always give them a good rinse anyway before cooking.

I use these to make the easiest and BEST mashed potatoes, they have such a great flavor that you don’t even need to add anything but a little butter, salt and pepper.

I also use them for breakfast potatoes, just quarter each potato and then sauté with some chopped onions and peppers. They cook very quickly.

 

[155etta]

Please keep eating all those Idaho potatoes, says the Idaho potato farmer's wife!

 

[IceIce9]

Please keep eating all those Idaho potatoes, says the Idaho potato farmer's wife!

I often buy the giant baking potatoes, and serve them with a variety of toppings. I set out small bowls of broccoli, diced red onions, chopped peppers, scallions, and any other fresh vegetables I have. Then I shred some cheddar from the block of white Vermont cheddar I always have available.

Everyone can choose their own toppings, and we make a meal of baked potatoes.

 

[BetteDavisEyes]

Please keep eating all those Idaho potatoes, says the Idaho potato farmer's wife!

A baked Idaho potato is one of my favorite comfort foods A dab of butter, salt, and pepper - that's it. Heavenly.

 

[iamshadow21]

A baked Idaho potato is one of my favorite comfort foods A dab of butter, salt, and pepper - that's it. Heavenly.

*whispers* I don't know what an Idaho potato is...

 

[BetteDavisEyes]

*whispers* I don't know what an Idaho potato is...

You might know them as "russet" potatoes. Fairly large potato typically used for baking, mashed potatoes, or roasting.

Idaho Potato Commission

idahopotato.com

 

[iamshadow21]

You might know them as "russet" potatoes. Fairly large potato typically used for baking, mashed potatoes, or roasting.

Idaho Potato Commission

idahopotato.com

Oh, yes, I've heard of russets.

If we're talking favourite spuds, I love Dutch Cream, and, when I can get them, Pink Fir Apples. (They look like a pink Kipfler and taste amazing.)

 

[BetteDavisEyes]

This is my best potato dish. Everyone always loves it

Potatoes Dauphin

4 large russet potatoes
6-8 cloves garlic, minced
2 cups (about 1/2 pound) shredded Gruyere cheese
Salt and white pepper to taste
1 1/2 cups whipping cream

Peel potatoes. Cut into 1/8-inch-thick slices. Soak in ice water for several hours or overnight. Drain well and pat dry.

Preheat over to 400*.

Place one quarter of the potatoes in a single layer in a 9x13 or 7x12 baking dish. Sprinkle with a quarter of the garlic and a quarter of the cheese. Salt and pepper to taste. Repeat process three times. Pour cream evenly over top.

Cover and bake for 30 minutes. Remove cover and continue to bake until potatoes are tender and top is nicely browned (about 30 minutes). Remove from oven and let stand for 10-15 minutes. Serves 4-6.

Bon Appetit!

 

[BetteDavisEyes]

Nino Salvaggio International Marketplace gifted "Rewards" customers twice in the past two weeks. Last week, I received an email coupon for $10 off a $50 purchase (excluding alcohol, gifts, floral, tobacco). We stopped at Nino's after our dental appointments on Monday and bought pantry staples like gnocchi, pasta, stocks, canned beans. On Friday I received an email coupon for a BOGO on Nino's oven ready "Take and Bake" pizzas. We ate about half of a large pepperoni pizza during the big game (Michigan/Michigan State) last night and will have the rest tomorrow night during trick-or-treat. We put the plain cheese pizza in the freezer. We haven't been out to dinner for a couple of weeks and will enjoy Sunday dinner at Picano's.

I had pre-ordered the latest Ina Garten cookbook that arrived on Friday. Barefoot Contessa: Go-To Dinners is Ina Garten's 13th cookbook; I have all of them. So far, I've read the introduction and hope to read the entire cookbook in the next few days. Ina wrote this cookbook during the pandemic, so it has recipes that render more than one meal, use readily available pantry items, and don't require a lot of ingredients. Go-To Dinners | Cookbooks

Happy Halloween!

 

[PayrollNerd]

Nino Salvaggio International Marketplace gifted "Rewards" customers twice in the past two weeks. Last week, I received an email coupon for $10 off a $50 purchase (excluding alcohol, gifts, floral, tobacco). We stopped at Nino's after our dental appointments on Monday and bought pantry staples like gnocchi, pasta, stocks, canned beans. On Friday I received an email coupon for a BOGO on Nino's oven ready "Take and Bake" pizzas. We ate about half of a large pepperoni pizza during the big game (Michigan/Michigan State) last night and will have the rest tomorrow night during trick-or-treat. We put the plain cheese pizza in the freezer. We haven't been out to dinner for a couple of weeks and will enjoy Sunday dinner at Picano's.

I had pre-ordered the latest Ina Garten cookbook that arrived on Friday. Barefoot Contessa: Go-To Dinners is Ina Garten's 13th cookbook; I have all of them. So far, I've read the introduction and hope to read the entire cookbook in the next few days. Ina wrote this cookbook during the pandemic, so it has recipes that render more than one meal, use readily available pantry items, and don't require a lot of ingredients. Go-To Dinners | Cookbooks

Happy Halloween!

That sounds like my kinda cookbook!!