On Topic Discussion Cooking questions

[me203]

novel ways to use mushrooms in dishes?

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No idea how this would work, but you have to admit it would be novel!

 

[Kahaih]

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No idea how this would work, but you have to admit it would be novel!

I don't believe he was asking about magic mushrooms.

 

[Alistair]

A quick, easy and tasty meatloaf.

Use a standard meatloaf recipe but substitute bread crumbs and spices with 1 box of stovetop stuffing mix.

I always get compliments on it and most people tell me it’s the best meatloaf they’ve had. My kid is always asking me to make it for her.

 

[LoveMyPeppermill]

A quick, easy and tasty meatloaf.
Use a standard meatloaf recipe but substitute bread crumbs and spices with 1 box of stovetop stuffing mix.

How funny that more people haven't thought of that, because stovetop stuffing is bread crumbs and spices.

Do you only use Stove Top brand stuffing mix? I'm thinking you should try Pepperidge Farm and some others and let us know which is best.

 

[LoveMyPeppermill]

I defat it if there is too much and then scrape it right into a zipper bag and throw in the freezer.

Based on this and some other stuff you've posted, you must have a big-ass freezer.

An advantage of not living in a tiny city apartment, I guess.

 

[NotHardUp1]

A quick, easy and tasty meatloaf.

Use a standard meatloaf recipe but substitute bread crumbs and spices with 1 box of stovetop stuffing mix.

I always get compliments on it and most people tell me it’s the best meatloaf they’ve had. My kid is always asking me to make it for her.

That's a great idea. I would have never thought of it because you always treat stuffing gingerly to keep it in larger pieces, and you always want finer bits in meatloaf and meatballs, but it's a moot point once the bread has saturated with juices.

Thanks.

 

[Vannie]

I want to learn how to make some delicious Indian dishes.

 

[LoveMyPeppermill]

I want to learn how to make some delicious Indian dishes.

One of my oldest friends is South Asian, and once when we shared an apartment (which we did three different times), I looked at a few of his cookbooks.

I swear every recipe that wasn't for sweets began with the sentence "In a pan fry one onion until golden."

 

[backagain]

Has anyone made potato pave? I saw it and want to try to make it. Any tips?
I have made Pommes Anna a few times and loved it.

 

[rareboy]

They aren't that difficult...I've used Keller

Potato Pave...Thomas Keller

Truly one unique adaptation of the classic scalloped potatoes. I din't have any chives at the time so the picture does not reflect the chive version. But the main idea is there. - Potato Pave...Thomas Keller

www.bigoven.com

The key really is to get the right Russets.

 

[Vannie]

One of my oldest friends is South Asian, and once when we shared an apartment (which we did three different times), I looked at a few of his cookbooks.

I swear every recipe that wasn't for sweets began with the sentence "In a pan fry one onion until golden."

Yes true.

I recently experimented with making the best General Tso's chicken I could. It's the batter that I can't get like home delivery. I think the Chinese place by us put melted chicken fat into the batter and use boneless chicken thighs l

So tasty and healthy.

 

[LoveMyPeppermill]

I swear every recipe that wasn't for sweets began with the sentence "In a pan fry one onion until golden."

Yes true.

Note that, unlike American cookbooks, these Indian cookbooks (published there, not here) did not feel the need to tell the cook to chop the onion first.

 

[LoveMyPeppermill]

Speaking of oniony chicken, has anyone else here ever made (or even had at a restaurant) Senegalese chicken yassa? Very, very oniony ...

 

[Alistair]

I'd like to make my own pitch for recipes. I think I need more mushroom recipes other than soup, omelettes, kabobs, stuffing, or Italianate fare (pizzas, calzones, stromboli, lasagna, marinara. What are some little-seen or novel ways to use mushrooms in dishes?

How about a recipe where mushrooms is the star ?

Marinated Mushroom Salad

Marinated Mushroom Salad – You’ve been warned: This marinated mushroom salad is ultra addictive! Made with olive oil, balsamic, garlic and fresh parsley, this quick and easy mushroom sa…

www.eatwell101.com

I think I could eat this by itself for a light lunch.

 

[rareboy]

Mushroom Terrine. One of the best dishes I ever tasted at a party. I can't find our recipe, but there are lots on-line.

https://www.taste.com.au/recipes/wild-mushroom-country-terrine/46dfac61-7f04-481a-9ff1-9606a8493bbe

 

[Alistair]

Maybe a mushroom tapenade?

Easy Mushroom Tapenade

Tapenade is one of my favourite spreads for canapes and snacking, and this easy Mushroom Tapenade is just perfect for wowing guests or just spreading on

theveganlarder.com

 

[Vannie]

Let's not forget a delicious Chicken Duxelle.

Or

A simple rustic mushroom tart with a bit of thyme and parmesan.

Or

A velvety Cream of mushroom soup enriched with a slosh of sweet sherry.

Or

Gemelli and mushroom pasta with lots of garlic some beef broth and parmesan.

Endless possibilities.

 

[NotHardUp1]

Thank you, one and all. I had forgotten about the marinated mushrooms, and I agree, they would make a spendid lunch, with something crunchy like Swedish WASA bread, or another good crisp flatbread.

I think I had wondered about a tapenade but wasn't sure how they would perform in suspension. I guess they do well, then.

I'm absolutely going to make a terrine soon.

The tart is also something on my list, but I need a group for that, as it is so rich that I cannot finish one on my own and I don't think it would revive well as an encore.

And completely agree on Chicken Duxelle. It is a wonder and deserves a very high ranking in chicken dishes, among the thousands out there. It is just genius. I have a good sized pack of whole Portabello caps and will probably make something Tuesday.

 

[me203]

slosh of sweet sherry

Does this slosh of sherry go into the soup, or down the cook's throat?

 

[NotHardUp1]

Mushroom Terrine. One of the best dishes I ever tasted at a party. I can't find our recipe, but there are lots on-line.

https://www.taste.com.au/recipes/wild-mushroom-country-terrine/46dfac61-7f04-481a-9ff1-9606a8493bbe

I read the recipe and THAT is a project. Veal, fresh herbs, cooked chicken, fresh ginger. Jacque Pepin would be proud!

Definitely going to make it and blow the socks off some of my co-workers with it. Shame I can't serve wine with it at work, though.