Food and Recipes while under Coronavirus quarantine #4

[killarney rose]

I have a toaster oven style. I am not happy with it. I don’t know if it’s defective, or that is just the way that it cooks. It takes forever and food does not come out like it was fried. I usually end up having to run the broiler at the end to brown items. I only use it for fries and precooked chicken tenders. Very disappointed in it.

 

[anneg]

I have one of the tall, roundish air fryers that I bought several years ago. It does a good job on smaller amounts of French fries, tater tots, veggie “chicken” nuggets, etc.

Often, though, I want to cook larger amounts of fries, etc. so I end up using a sheet pan in the oven.

It would be great for someone who often cooks for one.

Two of my friends have the toaster-oven style of air fryer. They both use it every day, probably several times a day. That model is more useful than the air fryer I have.

That's what I have. I've only used the air fryer function a few times; I mainly use the oven to bake, reheat, or toast. I use it a lot.

 

[BetteDavisEyes]

What was on the menu at the first Thanksgiving?

The first Thanksgiving was celebrated in 1621 -- ah, seems like just yesterday!

www.clickondetroit.com

Believe it or not, green bean casserole hasn’t always been a Thanksgiving staple.

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The first Thanksgiving was celebrated in 1621 -- ah, seems like just yesterday!

Nowadays, the Thanksgiving menu features wide array of items, with a handful of staples that you’ll find on most tables: turkey, stuffing, mashed potatoes, some sort of casserole, corn and pumpkin pie.

But, back in 1621, it was a bit more limited. They definitely didn’t have any whipped cream for the pie. So what was on the menu back then?...

 

[BetteDavisEyes]

These are the most popular Thanksgiving side dishes in Michigan, other states

We’re breaking down the most popular side dishes in each state. We’re also taking a look at what some of our readers had to say about their favorite, and least favorite, Thanksgiving dishes.

www.clickondetroit.com

DETROIT – There’s a little somethin’ somethin’ in the air, and I’m not talking about more snowflakes.

No, instead I’m looking indoors -- where many of us will soon be accompanied by loved ones, our mouths watering over delicious smells coming from the kitchen. The winter holidays are a great excuse to spend time with people we care about, and what better way to commemorate that time than with good food?

“Good” means a little something different to everyone. “Traditional” Thanksgiving dishes vary from region to region, where different side dishes are served most often with turkey as the main dish.

And, let’s face it, the side dishes deserve way more attention than the turkey.

We’re breaking down the most popular side dishes in each state. We’re also taking a look at what some of our readers had to say about their favorite, and least favorite, Thanksgiving dishes. Let’s dive in...

 

[BetteDavisEyes]

This is the reverse of our issue, squirrels keep robbing our bird feeders. We have tried squirrel-proof bird feeders and they always manage to get into them and steal all the bird food.

We seem to have gotten rid of the crows for the time being. We hung two aluminum roasting pans above the deck and fashioned a makeshift "scarecrow" with a flannel shirt draped over a rake on the patio. The crows haven't been around for a few days, and the squirrels have figured out that the walnuts appear on the deck each morning. As soon as DH tosses a handful of nuts outside, the squirrels show up almost immediately to claim their treats

 

[IceIce9]

No, instead I’m looking indoors -- where many of us will soon be accompanied by loved ones, our mouths watering over delicious smells coming from the kitchen. The winter holidays are a great excuse to spend time with people we care about, and what better way to commemorate that time than with good food?

“Good” means a little something different to everyone. “Traditional” Thanksgiving dishes vary from region to region, where different side dishes are served most often with turkey as the main dish.

And, let’s face it, the side dishes deserve way more attention than the turkey.

We’re breaking down the most popular side dishes in each state. We’re also taking a look at what some of our readers had to say about their favorite, and least favorite, Thanksgiving dishes. Let’s dive in...

So according to the article green beans are the most popular side dish in my state. I can say that green bean casserole is the most popular, as you see it served at nearly every restaurant and in homes for Thanksgiving.

I don’t make it the traditional way, with canned green beans, cream of mushroom soup, and French fried onions. I use a recipe that includes fresh green beans, fresh mushrooms, and sautéed onions.

 

[Grouse]

So according to the article green beans are the most popular side dish in my state. I can say that green bean casserole is the most popular, as you see it served at nearly every restaurant and in homes for Thanksgiving.

I don’t make it the traditional way, with canned green beans, cream of mushroom soup, and French fried onions. I use a recipe that includes fresh green beans, fresh mushrooms, and sautéed onions.

Canned is the traditional way, really? You're fresh version sounds way better!

 

[PayrollNerd]

These are the most popular Thanksgiving side dishes in Michigan, other states

We’re breaking down the most popular side dishes in each state. We’re also taking a look at what some of our readers had to say about their favorite, and least favorite, Thanksgiving dishes.

www.clickondetroit.com

DETROIT – There’s a little somethin’ somethin’ in the air, and I’m not talking about more snowflakes.

No, instead I’m looking indoors -- where many of us will soon be accompanied by loved ones, our mouths watering over delicious smells coming from the kitchen. The winter holidays are a great excuse to spend time with people we care about, and what better way to commemorate that time than with good food?

“Good” means a little something different to everyone. “Traditional” Thanksgiving dishes vary from region to region, where different side dishes are served most often with turkey as the main dish.

And, let’s face it, the side dishes deserve way more attention than the turkey.

We’re breaking down the most popular side dishes in each state. We’re also taking a look at what some of our readers had to say about their favorite, and least favorite, Thanksgiving dishes. Let’s dive in...

Well I wouldn't agree that rolls are my favorite side at Tday even if I've spent most of my life in Florida.

I think for me it would be fresh green beans. Sometimes I add little red potatoes to them. Today I didn't but they sure smell good. I just turned the crock pot off. I'm going to save the broth because not all the beans fit. I'll put them in a small pot tomorrow and let them simmer.

 

[kalvis]

I love my air fryer! Use it just about every day. I have a Kaloric brand from Kohls. French door style. I have made casseroles, pies, pumpkin bread, bacon, toasted garlic bread, toasted cheese, frozen French fries, corn bread, individual breakfast casserole muffins in a cupcake pan, frozen pizzas, I have even baked homemade pizzas in it. anything I can bake in the oven I can put in my air fryer.

 

[MimosaMornings]

I love my air fryer! Use it just about every day. I have a Kaloric brand from Kohls. French door style. I have made casseroles, pies, pumpkin bread, bacon, toasted garlic bread, toasted cheese, frozen French fries, corn bread, individual breakfast casserole muffins in a cupcake pan, frozen pizzas, I have even baked homemade pizzas in it. anything I can bake in the oven I can put in my air fryer.

Yep. Mine is awesome. Did a pork chop and small steak recently. It was very tasty.

 

[Grouse]

Made chicken paprikash for the first time ever tonight, it was really nice, loads of creamy sauce on a bed of rice and a dollop of extra sour cream on the side.

 

[IceIce9]

Canned is the traditional way, really? You're fresh version sounds way better!

The green bean casserole recipe was invented back in the 1950’s and promoted by Campbell’s. They started printing the recipe on their Cream of Mushroom Soup labels.

When I was growing up in the 70’s the recipe for Green Bean Casserole was printed on the Campbell’s Mushroom Soup labels and also on the packages of fried onions.

Convenience foods were very popular back then, and many labels of canned or packaged foods had recipes printed on them.

But as far as green bean casserole goes,
I make my own version with fresh mushrooms, fresh green beans, sautéed onions, and no canned ingredients of any kind.


This article is about the cook who invented the original recipe:The Woman Who Invented the Green Bean Casserole

The recipe had to be based on ingredients that any home cook would have on hand, including Campbell’s mushroom soup and canned green beans.

Green bean casserole has endured over the ages, with 40 percent of Campbell’s cream of mushroom soup sales going towards making the dish.

 

[155etta]

These are the most popular Thanksgiving side dishes in Michigan, other states

We’re breaking down the most popular side dishes in each state. We’re also taking a look at what some of our readers had to say about their favorite, and least favorite, Thanksgiving dishes.

www.clickondetroit.com

DETROIT – There’s a little somethin’ somethin’ in the air, and I’m not talking about more snowflakes.

No, instead I’m looking indoors -- where many of us will soon be accompanied by loved ones, our mouths watering over delicious smells coming from the kitchen. The winter holidays are a great excuse to spend time with people we care about, and what better way to commemorate that time than with good food?

“Good” means a little something different to everyone. “Traditional” Thanksgiving dishes vary from region to region, where different side dishes are served most often with turkey as the main dish.

And, let’s face it, the side dishes deserve way more attention than the turkey.

We’re breaking down the most popular side dishes in each state. We’re also taking a look at what some of our readers had to say about their favorite, and least favorite, Thanksgiving dishes. Let’s dive in...

A big NO to side salad in Idaho. Mashed poatoes all the way!

 

[IceIce9]

A big NO to side salad in Idaho. Mashed poatoes all the way!

Right? When is side salad a favorite when there are so many other options?

 

[IceIce9]

What kind of bread do you use for stuffing? My mom used to use soft white bread (Wonderbread I think) but I like to use a denser loaf. Sourdough my favorite, and usually I combine two different kinds of bread for my stuffing.

I saw a recipe for a pizza stuffing, didn’t appeal to me at all. Definitely unique though.

 

[killarney rose]

Strictly cornbread dressing here. We stuff the bird with onions and celery.

 

[anneg]

These are the most popular Thanksgiving side dishes in Michigan, other states

We’re breaking down the most popular side dishes in each state. We’re also taking a look at what some of our readers had to say about their favorite, and least favorite, Thanksgiving dishes.

www.clickondetroit.com

DETROIT – There’s a little somethin’ somethin’ in the air, and I’m not talking about more snowflakes.

No, instead I’m looking indoors -- where many of us will soon be accompanied by loved ones, our mouths watering over delicious smells coming from the kitchen. The winter holidays are a great excuse to spend time with people we care about, and what better way to commemorate that time than with good food?

“Good” means a little something different to everyone. “Traditional” Thanksgiving dishes vary from region to region, where different side dishes are served most often with turkey as the main dish.

And, let’s face it, the side dishes deserve way more attention than the turkey.

We’re breaking down the most popular side dishes in each state. We’re also taking a look at what some of our readers had to say about their favorite, and least favorite, Thanksgiving dishes. Let’s dive in...

So I'm in NC, and they claim "biscuit" is the most popular side. ??? Where are they getting their data? Some favorites around here are sweet potato or winter squash casserole, mashed potatoes, green beans, cranberry sauce, stuffing. Sometimes fruit salad or roasted root veggies. Just writing this post made me gain 3 pounds.

For dessert, apple pie, pumpkin pie, or pecan pie. Yum!

 

[killarney rose]

They are correct that Sweet potato casserole is very popular here in AL. Ive got one waiting in the fridge to pop in the oven tomorrow.

 

[HongKongPhooey]

They are correct that Sweet potato casserole is very popular here in AL. Ive got one waiting in the fridge to pop in the oven tomorrow.

Does it have marshmallows on top? I’ve only ever seen that in films.

Wishing our American friends a very happy Thanksgiving holiday and lots of lovely food, whatever you’re having!

 

[BetteDavisEyes]

So according to the article green beans are the most popular side dish in my state. I can say that green bean casserole is the most popular, as you see it served at nearly every restaurant and in homes for Thanksgiving.

I don’t make it the traditional way, with canned green beans, cream of mushroom soup, and French fried onions. I use a recipe that includes fresh green beans, fresh mushrooms, and sautéed onions.

I guess I must have been a deprived child because my mom never made the "classic" Campbell's green bean casserole. I had it for the first time when I was 14 at a cousin's bridal shower. I didn't care for it then and have never made it myself. I have made a from-scratch version similar to yours with sour cream for the sauce. I'm not a fan of green beans, in general, but when I prepare haricot verts, I like them sauteed with a little butter and olive oil, garlic, and sliced almonds.

Happy Thanksgiving to my Websleuths foodie friends