Whatcha eaten

[sunfish]

Cherry wood smoked bacon, basted egg, soughdough toast with Croatian fig preserve. And lots of coffee!

Had to google basted egg

http://www.google.com/url?sa=t&rct=j&q=basted%20eggs&source=web&cd=3&ved=0CDYQtwIwAg&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.youtube.com%2Fwatch%3Fv%3DGrXPLky2NyM&ei=H2XvTqb1L6eliQKcwrW2BA&usg=AFQjCNFO0A51OschbOL1vFpfCM0TBTeXdg&cad=rja

[momoese]

Had to google basted egg

http://www.google.com/url?sa=t&rct=j&q=basted%20eggs&source=web&cd=3&ved=0CDYQtwIwAg&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.youtube.com%2Fwatch%3Fv%3DGrXPLky2NyM&ei=H2XvTqb1L6eliQKcwrW2BA&usg=AFQjCNFO0A51OschbOL1vFpfCM0TBTeXdg&cad=rja

When I baste I don't turn the heat down that much, just a little, and I only use one tablespoon of water. I don't wait for the whites to turn before adding the water either. I use a plate to cover the non stick frying pan because we don't have a lid that fits it. Then I wait until the yolk gets a slight whitish film over it before removing from the pan. That way the white is not runny. Almost forgot, I grind some really fine French sea salt on the egg as soon as it goes in the pan. I cook in salted butter.

Imo there is no better way to cook an an egg!

[momoese]

Next!

Scallion Cheese Puffs (http://web.mac.com/marciaskitchen/Site/Scallion_Cheese_Puffs.html)

[sunfish]

Next!

Scallion Cheese Puffs (http://web.mac.com/marciaskitchen/Site/Scallion_Cheese_Puffs.html)

Sounds pretty good

[momoese]

Sounds pretty good

Pâte a Choux | Michael Ruhlman (http://ruhlman.com/2009/01/pate-a-choux/)

[momoese]

One of my guilty pleasures!

Wienerschnitzel Ocean Park (http://www.localresearch.com/listings/wienerschnitzel/)

[BigBananaBoy]

I was too hungry to even think about burger pics!

Yes the apple pie rocks too! :)

You're forgiven.. :08: Apple Pan does a great piece of Apple pie BUT!!!!!!

Check this place out for a 10" Deep Dish Apple Pie. Best I have ever tasted!

Apple Pie - PIES Sweet Lady Jane (http://www.sweetladyjane.com/pies/apple-pie)


Enjoy!

[momoese]

You're forgiven.. :08: Apple Pan does a great piece of Apple pie BUT!!!!!!

Check this place out for a 10" Deep Dish Apple Pie. Best I have ever tasted!

Apple Pie - PIES Sweet Lady Jane (http://www.sweetladyjane.com/pies/apple-pie)


Enjoy!

Tony....that's not all they do great there, you had the tripple berry cake? Oh man! Yes I ate that piece right there v!
http://i104.photobucket.com/albums/m161/momoese/shot_1301801328606.jpg

[BigBananaBoy]

Homemade Tagliatelle with basil infused Olive Oil, Black Garlic, and topped with Locatelli-Pecorino Romano cheese..
Piacevole al gusto! :coldbanana:

http://i484.photobucket.com/albums/rr201/bigtony66/Banana%20Plants/tagliatellew-BlkGarlic.jpg

[BigBananaBoy]

Not Yet, But I will be there this Friday. Looks Awesome, I love berries!

Tony....that's not all they do great there, you had the tripple berry cake? Oh man! Yes I ate that piece right there v!
http://i104.photobucket.com/albums/m161/momoese/shot_1301801328606.jpg

[momoese]

It's so light and fresh you can't believe it's cake!

[momoese]

Homemade Tagliatelle with basil infused Olive Oil, Black Garlic, and topped with Locatelli-Pecorino Romano cheese..
Piacevole al gusto! :coldbanana:

http://i484.photobucket.com/albums/rr201/bigtony66/Banana%20Plants/tagliatellew-BlkGarlic.jpg

That looks yummy, my wife would force me to make that if she saw the photo! :ha:

I've never heard of black garlic. I'll have to do some research.

[BigBananaBoy]

That looks yummy, my wife would force me to make that if she saw the photo! :ha:

I've never heard of black garlic. I'll have to do some research.


You want the recipe. I will post it. :0517:

Black Garlic is used heavily in Asian cooking. Its garlic that is smoked on a high heat and then slow cooked, Its kinda sweet with a slight pungent garlic undertone, I use it on most of my Italian dishes for a balance of flavor. Check Whole foods for the already made BG.

[BigBananaBoy]

It's so light and fresh you can't believe it's cake!


It looks it. My Fiance says lets try it on Friday.... Thanks for the Pics!:bananas_b

[sunfish]

smoked on a high heat and then slow cooked.I can do that

[BigBananaBoy]

smoked on a high heat and then slow cooked.I can do that

Yes you can Mr Oven man! :ha:

Cherrywood works well for me..... I'm waiting for Pizza Pics???? :lurk:

[momoese]

You want the recipe. I will post it. :0517:

Black Garlic is used heavily in Asian cooking. Its garlic that is smoked on a high heat and then slow cooked, Its kinda sweet with a slight pungent garlic undertone, I use it on most of my Italian dishes for a balance of flavor. Check Whole foods for the already made BG.

So it's similar to roasted garlic I make at home or the smoked garlic I get from the farmers market?

[momoese]

Wow, seriously black!

Black Garlic*|*Garlic Just Got Better (http://blackgarlic.com/)

[BigBananaBoy]

Wow, seriously black!

Black Garlic*|*Garlic Just Got Better (http://blackgarlic.com/)

It sure is, but the taste is great! well worth it!

[momoese]

You want the recipe. I will post it. :0517:



Ok my wife saw it and just as I figured she wants me to make it. :ha:

Hook me up with the recipe please! :2738:

[caliboy1994]

How long does it normally take for red bananas to ripen? I bought some from the store like 2 weeks ago and they're still not ripe.

[momoese]

How long does it normally take for red bananas to ripen? I bought some from the store like 2 weeks ago and they're still not ripe.

I've had some stubborn store bought reds too. Try putting them in a paper bad with an apple on top of the fridge for a few days.

[momoese]

Well tonight I had the best steak I've ever had! I've tried Reverse Searing on several cuts of grass fed organic beef steaks but this 2" thick Porterhouse took the prize! It was so good I almost cried tears of happiness. :)

If you haven't tried reverse searing definitely give it a shot. If you need help with temps and times let me know.

My 2lb T-Bone!
http://i104.photobucket.com/albums/m161/momoese/tbone.jpg

[momoese]

These look interesting!

Himalayan Salt | Sea Salt | Pink Salt | Himalayan Sea Salt (http://himalasalt.com/index.php?page=news&category=Articles&category=Articles&category=Articles&category=Articles&display=199)

[BigBananaBoy]

Ok my wife saw it and just as I figured she wants me to make it. :ha:

Hook me up with the recipe please! :2738:

I thought so :ha:: Here ya go!!!!!!!!!!!



Homemade Tagliatelle

Ingredients:
3 Cups Semolina flour
3 eggs
1 Tsp kosher salt
2 Tbsp. water
Pasta Machine

***Add 2 tsp of Morton's Iodine salt for Pasta water

1. Form 3 cups flour into a mound; create a well in center. Sprinkle 1 tsp. kosher salt over flour. Add 3 eggs, 1 egg yolk, 2 tbsp. water, and 1 tbsp. olive oil to well.

2. Using a fork, incorporate eggs and liquid in a circular motion, pulling in small amounts of flour until dough becomes stiff.

3. Knead dough, adding a little flour as necessary, to prevent sticking, until it's smooth and elastic, about 10 minutes. Wrap in plastic wrap; let rest for 30 minutes.

4. Cut dough into quarters.

5. Flatten 1 quarter into a rectangle (cover others with a towel). Pass dough through a hand-cranked pasta roller set at widest setting.

6. Fold dough in thirds, creating another rectangle; feed open edge through roller set at widest setting. Fold again; roll twice more using same setting. Decrease setting one notch and roll pasta through again; repeat, decreasing setting by one notch each time until you've reached the second-to-last setting, creating a 1⁄16"-thick sheet.

7. Sprinkle sheet with flour; halve crosswise. Transfer to flour-dusted parchment paper. Repeat with remaining dough, adding flour-dusted parchment paper between each layer.

8. Tightly roll each sheet, from short end to short end; cut cylinder crosswise into 3⁄8"-wide strips.

9. Unroll strips and toss with flour; spread on a floured parchment sheet. Let dry for 30 minutes.

10. Boil water then add 2 tsp of Morton's Iodine salt work best.

11. Add Pasta

*If you use fresh pasta which will give you best results, cooking time will be around 4 minutes for “Al dente” depending on your stove. If you omit and use store bought then follow box instructions.


Basil Infused Oilve Oil:

Ingredients:

1 Cup of Fresh Roughly Chopped Basil
1 Cup of Virgin Olive Oil (the flavors of extra-virgin olive oil will compete too much)

Fill a large bowl with ice water, set aside.

Bring a large saucepan of water to a boil. Add the Fresh Basil, blanch for 5 seconds (make sure the leaves are submerged.) Drain into a strainer and immediately plunge the Basil into the bowl of ice water until cold. Drain the Basil well and squeeze out all liquid.

Puree in a blender with olive oil (blender works better than a food processor here.) Strain puree immediately through a fine-mesh strainer. Strain again through three or four layers of cheesecloth (rinsed in clear water and squeezed dry before straining the Basil.) Put the oil in a sterilized glass bottle, cover tightly and refrigerate for a few hours. For best flavor, use within one week.

Strain until clear which does not matter in regards to flavor. You can be lazy and not strain it. Just leave the mixture a greenish color which will still have good flavor.. :ha:

Pasta Prep:

Ingredients:

1/3 Cup of Pancetta
1/2 cup of white wine Pinot Grigio is best. Suggestions: Ecco Domain or Santa Margarita are great choices)
1-2 Tsp Dried red pepper flakes
2-3 Tbsp Basil infused oil
6-8 peeled black garlic cloves-finely chopped
1/4 cup of grated Locatelli-Pecorino Romano cheese


1. Add to a saucepan on Medium Heat 1/3 Cup of Pancetta Cook until brown

2. Deglaze pan with 1/2 cup of white wine (Pinot Grigio is best. Suggestions: Ecco Domain or Santa Margarita are great choices)

3. Add 1 tsp Dried red pepper flakes for more spice add 2. (I grind mine)

4. Add cooked pasta (“Al dente”)

5. Add Basil infused oil 2-3 Tbsp

6. 6-8 peeled black garlic cloves that are finely chopped and quickly add with pasta,then mix in thoroughly.

7. Add/Mix in 1/4 cup of Locatelli-Pecorino Romano cheese to pasta

8. Plate

8a. Add a little fresh Basil and Lacatelli Pecorino Romano cheese before serving.

Serve with Glass or bottle of Pinot Grigio and a crusty garlic bread....
Bona Appetite Mitchel! :chefnaner:

[sunfish]

Tonight ribs tomorrow pizza on the grill dome

[BigBananaBoy]

These look interesting!

Himalayan Salt | Sea Salt | Pink Salt | Himalayan Sea Salt (http://himalasalt.com/index.php?page=news&category=Articles&category=Articles&category=Articles&category=Articles&display=199)


I have about 15 different salts I use including Black Baltic Sea Salt flakes for my homemade dark chocolate Truffles I make with 75% Cacao. Different types of salts effect food in different ways including using them on desserts, which i have found over the years...

Check this place out, this where I order my salts from:
Gourmet Sea Salts – Bulk & Wholesale (http://www.saltworks.us/wholesale-bulk-gourmet-sea-salt.asp)

[momoese]

I have about 15 different salts I use including Black Baltic Sea Salt flakes for my homemade dark chocolate Truffles I make with 75% Cacao. Different types of salts effect food in different ways including using them on desserts, which i have found over the years...

Check this place out, this where I order my salts from:
Gourmet Sea Salts – Bulk & Wholesale (http://www.saltworks.us/wholesale-bulk-gourmet-sea-salt.asp)

Do you have the salt plates? I was thinking these would be pretty novel gifts for some friends who are major foodies.

Btw thx for the link. They have some very interesting salts!

[BigBananaBoy]

Do you have the salt plates? I was thinking these would be pretty novel gifts for some friends who are major foodies.


Yes, They're great if you place them on a griddle, grill or flat top to cook meat,fish, chicken or veges on them, they heat up nicely, and seem to work out great. I like the fact you can you can use them over and over again. The cookware grade Himalayan salt block/plate is great. Just make sure its at least 1" thick but best results if its 1 1/2" thick.

Cleaning is tricky due to the heat. You must let the plate/Block cool down completely. It sometimes can take up to a day to cool down.
Its a great gift for anyone who loves to cook:08:

[Dalmatiansoap]

Here are few links about oldest European salt farm :)

Intermezzo - solana ston - YouTube (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YYIwsYLwJ-4&feature=related)

SA ZRNOM SOLI 1 dio - WITH GRAIN OF SALT part 1 - YouTube (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bZhEV6A6hDg&feature=mfu_in_order&list=UL)

SA ZRNOM SOLI 2 dio - WITH GRAIN OF SALT part 2 - YouTube (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cbP_AG727Jg&feature=mfu_in_order&list=UL)

[Dalmatiansoap]

While watching this I foundt this one to, its about fish restaurant I wisit allmost every time I go to Dubrovnik, its funny to see familiar in production like this:ha:
Bota Sare- Mali Ston, Croatia, Davidsbeenhere.com - YouTube (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5tfpVr8Ys6I&feature=related)
:woohoonaner:

[sunfish]

Ribs are in the Dome,using apple and cherry wood.225f for 4hrs.

[sunfish]

http://www.bananas.org/gallery/watermark.php?file=47270&size=1 (http://www.bananas.org/gallery/showphoto.php?photo=47270&ppuser=2868)

[momoese]

Looks like they have a ways to go yet.

[sunfish]

Looks like they have a ways to go yet.

Yes that was after an hour:08:

[momoese]

Should be getting close now. Any bark building?

[sunfish]

Should be getting close now. Any bark building?

Took them off after 3 hours tasty another hour would have been better

http://www.bananas.org/gallery/watermark.php?file=47273&size=1 (http://www.bananas.org/gallery/showphoto.php?photo=47273&ppuser=2868)

[momoese]

Took them off after 3 hours tasty another hour would have been better

http://www.bananas.org/gallery/watermark.php?file=47273&size=1 (http://www.bananas.org/gallery/showphoto.php?photo=47273&ppuser=2868)

How was the smoke ring developing?

[sunfish]

How was the smoke ring developing?

Plenty of smoke flavor

[BigBananaBoy]

Plenty of smoke flavor


Looks Good Tony. How did you like using the cherrywood?

No Pics of the smoke ring on the meat? :eek: You pull a Mitchel and eat before its photo Opt... :ha:

[sunfish]

Looks Good Tony. How did you like using the cherrywood?

No Pics of the smoke ring on the meat? :eek: You pull a Mitchel and eat before its photo Opt... :ha:
I mix 3 different woods next time I'll use straight cherry and let you know.
Well what can I say :ha:

[BigBananaBoy]

I mix 3 different woods next time I'll use straight cherry and let you know.
Well what can I say :ha:


I know the feeling. When you're hungry F&%$ It :ha::ha::ha:....

[sunfish]

With 10lbs. of lump charcoal I have cooked burgers twice,whole chicken twice,steaks,pork butt and the ribs.

[momoese]

That's a whole lot of cookin!

[sunfish]

That's a whole lot of cookin!

Pretty good grill

[momoese]

Thinking of buying this. Reviews are decent. I don't want to spend close to $300 for a Le Creuset. Are there any other brands worth looking at? Lodge is now importing from China which I'm not real excited about.

http://www.amazon.com/Lodge-Color-7-5-Quart-Dutch-Island/dp/B0039UU9UE

[sunfish]

Thinking of buying this. Reviews are decent. I don't want to spend close to $300 for a Le Creuset. Are there any other brands worth looking at? Lodge is now importing from China which I'm not real excited about.

http://www.amazon.com/Lodge-Color-7-5-Quart-Dutch-Island/dp/B0039UU9UE

Why such a high price ?

[momoese]

For the Le Creuset? It's always been really pricey.

[sunfish]

For the Le Creuset? It's always been really pricey.


Oops

[momoese]

http://www.google.com/url?sa=t&rct=j&q=cast%20iron%20dutch%20oven%20made%20in%20usa&source=web&cd=6&sqi=2&ved=0CJcBEBYwBQ&url=http%3A%2F%2Flodgemfg.com%2F&ei=cn7xTqixGsariAKO8piODg&usg=AFQjCNFGMVmNi0CtiGTv9cnzW6L71eOijQ&cad=rja

I have a Lodge dutch oven already that I have repeatedly tried to season with no luck. I can't cook anything acidic in it or the seasoning comes off into the food. I've even sand blasted it before re seasoning. Nothing works for it! I have loads of other cast irons and never had a problem until this one.

I just want an enameled cast iron dutch oven now.

[sunfish]

I have a Lodge dutch oven already that I have repeatedly tried to season with no luck. I can't cook anything acidic in it or the seasoning comes off into the food. I've even sand blasted it before re seasoning. Nothing works for it! I have loads of other cast irons and never had a problem until this one.

I just want an enameled cast iron dutch oven now.

Maybe bigbananaboy has the answer :lurk:

[BigBananaBoy]

I have a Lodge dutch oven already that I have repeatedly tried to season with no luck. I can't cook anything acidic in it or the seasoning comes off into the food. I've even sand blasted it before re seasoning. Nothing works for it! I have loads of other cast irons and never had a problem until this one.

I just want an enameled cast iron dutch oven now.

Mitchel, I have had a some cookware from Le Creuset and 1 French Oven that I have had for 20 years now and it works great. You're paying for quality here.

Le Creuset retains heat extremely well and you do not need to season it with the enamel coating. You can look at Staub cookware but, Lodge is cheap crap! IMO. Buy smart and get the Le Creuset French Oven you will thank me... They are also known as "La Cocotte."

[momoese]

Next burger on my list. Maybe for lunch today?

Short Order LA - home (http://www.shortorderla.com/)

[sunfish]

Leftovers ribs,coleslaw,baked beans and fries.:goteam:

[BigBananaBoy]

Next burger on my list. Maybe for lunch today?

Short Order LA - home (http://www.shortorderla.com/)


Looks good. Is that a Brioche bun I see? Hmmm...

[BigBananaBoy]

Leftovers ribs,coleslaw,baked beans and fries.:goteam:


I agree Leftovers are the best.... Enjoy!

[momoese]

Looks good. Is that a Brioche bun I see? Hmmm...

Sure looks like it! Didn't make it today but i will soon.

[momoese]

Just got back from having awesome fish n chips at the Ale House in Santa Monica. Had to loosen my belt a notch!

[saltydad]

Mitchel, I have had a some cookware from Le Creuset and 1 French Oven that I have had for 20 years now and it works great. You're paying for quality here.

Le Creuset retains heat extremely well and you do not need to season it with the enamel coating. You can look at Staub cookware but, Lodge is cheap crap! IMO. Buy smart and get the Le Creuset French Oven you will thank me... They are also known as "La Cocotte."
\

My mother-in-law gave me a Le Creuset oval French oven, I love it. My most treasured pan.

[Dalmatiansoap]

More goulash after windy working day
http://i730.photobucket.com/albums/ww305/dalmatiansoap/IMAG3742.jpg

http://i730.photobucket.com/albums/ww305/dalmatiansoap/IMAG3743.jpg

http://i730.photobucket.com/albums/ww305/dalmatiansoap/IMAG3744.jpg
:nanadrink:

[momoese]

Cooking for the army I see!

[Dalmatiansoap]

Cooking for the army I see!

Cold weather, two days of work, large working group, lot of singing, whole Christmas feeling, for everything else there is a MasterCard:ha:

[BigBananaBoy]

\

My mother-in-law gave me a Le Creuset oval French oven, I love it. My most treasured pan.


I agree. Some people look at price which I understand, but for me its quality and longevity is important for cooking great food. :08:


So Mitchel Reach down deep and get the Le Creuset :lurk: and I will be glad to come over and sample to make sure it taste good of course.... :ha:

[Dalmatiansoap]

Few bites of Orahnjača Nut Roll Ivona made for Christmas.
Have to be quick before they notice:ha:
http://i730.photobucket.com/albums/ww305/dalmatiansoap/Snapbucket/49A48B38-orig.jpg
:nanadrink:

[momoese]

Grilled pita and hand made hummus!

[momoese]

Bottega Louie Fine Chocolate! :) happy happy

[sunfish]

http://www.google.com/url?sa=t&rct=j&q=cuisinart%20dutch%20oven&source=web&cd=1&sqi=2&ved=0CFsQFjAA&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.amazon.com%2FCuisinart-Classic-Enameled-Casserole-Provencal%2Fdp%2FB0018A957U&ei=7en1Tou6COqOiALwpYWlDg&usg=AFQjCNHaI6eRHy2qm-o0cNe0nhIJ7WBkMQ&cad=rja

[Dalmatiansoap]

Octopuss under the bell :)

[sunfish]

http://www.google.com/url?sa=t&rct=j&q=octopuss%20under%20the%20bell&source=web&cd=1&ved=0CCAQFjAA&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.croatia-expert.com%2Fdalmatian-peka-croatian-recipes%2F&ei=Ce71Tuj1DOnWiALsteSPDQ&usg=AFQjCNF1XzElbw8SVMJ_gKnUaY6W_n53rQ&cad=rja

[momoese]

Bacon Tree - Epic Meal Time - YouTube (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JKb1IeovH60)

[Dalmatiansoap]

more cakes for tommorow ;)
http://i730.photobucket.com/albums/ww305/dalmatiansoap/Snapbucket/54759959-orig.jpg
:woohoonaner:

[Dalmatiansoap]

http://www.google.com/url?sa=t&rct=j&q=octopuss%20under%20the%20bell&source=web&cd=1&ved=0CCAQFjAA&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.croatia-expert.com%2Fdalmatian-peka-croatian-recipes%2F&ei=Ce71Tuj1DOnWiALsteSPDQ&usg=AFQjCNF1XzElbw8SVMJ_gKnUaY6W_n53rQ&cad=rja

You R the Google Master Tony!
http://i730.photobucket.com/albums/ww305/dalmatiansoap/IMAG3762.jpg

http://i730.photobucket.com/albums/ww305/dalmatiansoap/IMAG3761.jpg

http://i730.photobucket.com/albums/ww305/dalmatiansoap/IMAG3766.jpg

http://i730.photobucket.com/albums/ww305/dalmatiansoap/IMAG3767.jpg
:nanadrink:

[sunfish]

You R the Google Master Tony!
http://i730.photobucket.com/albums/ww305/dalmatiansoap/IMAG3762.jpg

http://i730.photobucket.com/albums/ww305/dalmatiansoap/IMAG3761.jpg

http://i730.photobucket.com/albums/ww305/dalmatiansoap/IMAG3766.jpg

http://i730.photobucket.com/albums/ww305/dalmatiansoap/IMAG3767.jpg
:nanadrink:

Pretty easy to catch those guy's. :woohoonaner:

[momoese]

Salt encrusted prime rib roast, celery root puree, scallion cheese puff and green beans. Homemade Apple Pie and french vanilla ice cream for desert. Good food, good friends and good wine, very good time! :)

http://i104.photobucket.com/albums/m161/momoese/xmasevedinner2011.jpg

[Dalmatiansoap]

Cheese & prosciutto
http://i730.photobucket.com/albums/ww305/dalmatiansoap/Snapbucket/0796F57F-orig.jpg
and if there will be any leftovers
http://i730.photobucket.com/albums/ww305/dalmatiansoap/Snapbucket/60EDDA40-orig.jpg
:nanadrink:

[sunfish]

In about 1 and 1/2 hours.

http://www.bananas.org/gallery/watermark.php?file=47376&size=1 (http://www.bananas.org/gallery/showphoto.php?photo=47376&ppuser=2868)

[BigBananaBoy]

In about 1 and 1/2 hours.

http://www.bananas.org/gallery/watermark.php?file=47376&size=1 (http://www.bananas.org/gallery/showphoto.php?photo=47376&ppuser=2868)

Hmmm :lurk:

[BigBananaBoy]

Homemade Pizza on BBQ grill and KA Pizza Stone:

Three cheese: Buffalo Mozzarella, Provolone, and Pecorino Romano, De Parma Prosciutto, Genoa Salami with fresh Basil, Ghost Chili Pepper Flakes, and garlic-infused Anchovy Oil.


Before:
http://i484.photobucket.com/albums/rr201/bigtony66/Banana%20Plants/Pizza-ProsutoNGenoaSalami-Before.jpg



After: 6 minutes later for perfection!
http://i484.photobucket.com/albums/rr201/bigtony66/Banana%20Plants/Pizza-ProsutoNGenoaSalami-After.jpg

[momoese]

Looks awesome Big Tony!

This cheesy dessert was just too much, I had to get a quick photo on my phone.

There were some absolutely delicious desserts though, probably 20 of them.

Candy Land!
http://i104.photobucket.com/albums/m161/momoese/2011-12-25161130.jpg

[BigBananaBoy]

Looks awesome Big Tony!

This cheesy dessert was just too much, I had to get a quick photo on my phone.

There were some absolutely delicious desserts though, probably 20 of them.

Candy Land!
http://i104.photobucket.com/albums/m161/momoese/2011-12-25161130.jpg

Looks yummy! Someone put a lot of time into creating this! Love to see creation like this.

I think tony (sunfish) ate his roast before taking any PICS :ha:

[BigBananaBoy]

Guess what is in the mystery pot. Hint Its named after a famous place in California and it takes about 4 hrs of cooking. :lurk:


http://i484.photobucket.com/albums/rr201/bigtony66/Banana%20Plants/MysteryPot-Soup.jpg

[sunfish]

santa-maria-style-pinquito-beans-

[momoese]

Guess what is in the mystery pot. Hint Its named after a famous place in California and it takes about 4 hrs of cooking. :lurk:


http://i484.photobucket.com/albums/rr201/bigtony66/Banana%20Plants/MysteryPot-Soup.jpg

I don't know but that's a nice piece of cookware! :)

Let's see,

Malibu, Montery, Santa Rosa, Santa Barbara something or other?

Do tell!

[BigBananaBoy]

santa-maria-style-pinquito-beans-


Nope that is not it but the smell is getting better every hour... kinda of a smokey smell is now coming through, yet another hint... :lurk:

[BigBananaBoy]

I don't know but that's a nice piece of cookware! :)

Let's see,

Malibu, Montery, Santa Rosa, Santa Barbara something or other?

Do tell!

The cookware was a subliminal message for you Mitchel...:ha:

The Pot is still under creation so I have to wait until its ready to unveil... Just hints per each guess given... :drum:

[sunfish]

Short ribs ?

[BigBananaBoy]

Pea Soup with homemade Hickory smoked Honey ham, homemade hickory smoked bacon infused creme fraiche and Chicken-Thyme-Red chili flaked dumplings... 4hrs for soup and 16 Hrs for ham and bacon but worth it in taste. :08:

http://i484.photobucket.com/albums/rr201/bigtony66/Banana%20Plants/Peasoup-HickSmkhamNbacon.jpg


Great for the winter....

[sunfish]

Pea Soup with homemade Hickory smoked Honey ham, homemade hickory smoked bacon infused creme fraiche and Chicken-Thyme-Red chili flaked dumplings... 4hrs for soup and 16 Hrs for ham and bacon but worth it in taste. :08:

http://i484.photobucket.com/albums/rr201/bigtony66/Banana%20Plants/Peasoup-HickSmkhamNbacon.jpg


Great for the winter....

That was my next guess :ha:

[momoese]

Pea Soup with homemade Hickory smoked Honey ham, homemade hickory smoked bacon infused creme fraiche and Chicken-Thyme-Red chili flaked dumplings... 4hrs for soup and 16 Hrs for ham and bacon but worth it in taste. :08:

http://i484.photobucket.com/albums/rr201/bigtony66/Banana%20Plants/Peasoup-HickSmkhamNbacon.jpg


Great for the winter....

Wow, that sounds good!

[BigBananaBoy]

That was my next guess :ha:


:ha::ha::ha:

[BigBananaBoy]

Wow, that sounds good!

it was a lil work, but the fiancee is worth it... Its one of her favorite soups.

[sunfish]

http://www.google.com/url?sa=t&rct=j&q=recipe%20grilled%20and%20carved%20churrasco%20served%20in%20pl antain%20cups%20with%20chimich&source=web&cd=2&ved=0CCMQFjAB&url=http%3A%2F%2Ficuban.com%2Ffood%2Fchurrasco_cubano.html&ei=VlL5TobfFvPTiAKQ5_iEDQ&usg=AFQjCNEnLvBfSMYEBBirdp6tn1mUZktFJg&cad=rja

I'd like to try this someday.Sounds pretty good

[Dalmatiansoap]

Hey Big T, that pot is awesome!
I neeeeeeeeeeeeeed that. Can U take a pic of it whan is open? How big is that?

[momoese]

http://www.google.com/url?sa=t&rct=j&q=recipe%20grilled%20and%20carved%20churrasco%20served%20in%20pl antain%20cups%20with%20chimich&source=web&cd=2&ved=0CCMQFjAB&url=http%3A%2F%2Ficuban.com%2Ffood%2Fchurrasco_cubano.html&ei=VlL5TobfFvPTiAKQ5_iEDQ&usg=AFQjCNEnLvBfSMYEBBirdp6tn1mUZktFJg&cad=rja

I'd like to try this someday.Sounds pretty good

I make this from time to time, it's really nice. BTW it translates to torn clothing.
3 Guys From Miami Cuban Recipes: Ropa Vieja - Shredded Beef in Sauce (http://icuban.com/food/ropa.html)

[sunfish]

I make this from time to time, it's really nice. BTW it translates to torn clothing.
3 Guys From Miami Cuban Recipes: Ropa Vieja - Shredded Beef in Sauce (http://icuban.com/food/ropa.html)

Another one to try

[momoese]

Oh wow, Roy Choi's new place looks awesome. We have a famous chef friend who said it's amazing so coming from him I believe it. Must go soon! :)

food menu (http://sunnyspotvenice.com/index.php/2011-11-15-08-17-06/food-menu#)

[BigBananaBoy]

Hey Big T, that pot is awesome!
I neeeeeeeeeeeeeed that. Can U take a pic of it whan is open? How big is that?


Ante it's Le Creuset's largest at 7 Quarts. The color is called Caribbean.

http://i484.photobucket.com/albums/rr201/bigtony66/Banana%20Plants/LeCreu-Carib7QT.jpg

Big Tony

[Dalmatiansoap]

Thanks man. Just did some google search on them and allmost fainted whan I saw the prices here! 500$ for that size. WTF!

[BigBananaBoy]

Thanks man. Just did some google search on them and allmost fainted whan I saw the prices here! 500$ for that size. WTF!

I have an extensive collection of high end pots and pans, but its worth the money in the end. I have a few Le Creuset cookware pieces that are over 15 years old and they work great.

I have used cheap to expensive cookware but you usually get what you pay for when it comes to cooking quality food.

Also check out there new color "cassis" :08:

Check out for decent prices or look for sets which tend to be cheaper:
Le Creuset Cast Iron 7.25Qt Round French Ovens - FactoryDirect2you.com (http://www.factorydirect2you.com/7.html)

Le Creuset Dutch Ovens & French Ovens | Cookware (http://www.cookware.com/Dutch-Ovens-and-French-Ovens-by-Le-Creuset-C476764.html)

[momoese]

I have an extensive collection of high end pots and pans, but its worth the money in the end. I have a few Le Creuset cookware pieces that are over 15 years old and they work great.

I have used cheap to expensive cookware but you usually get what you pay for when it comes to cooking quality food.

Also check out there new color "cassis" :08:

Check out for decent prices or look for sets which tend to be cheaper:
Le Creuset Cast Iron 7.25Qt Round French Ovens - FactoryDirect2you.com (http://www.factorydirect2you.com/7.html)

Le Creuset Dutch Ovens & French Ovens | Cookware (http://www.cookware.com/Dutch-Ovens-and-French-Ovens-by-Le-Creuset-C476764.html)

You can find them on Craigslist for really cheap!

[BigBananaBoy]

You can find them on Craigslist for really cheap!


Have you found yours on Craigslist yet? :2738: :drum:

[momoese]

Not yet. I was looking around a few years back and found some for under $100

[sunfish]

Not yet. I was looking around a few years back and found some for under $100

http://www.google.com/url?sa=t&rct=j&q=used%20le%20creuset%20cookware&source=web&cd=2&ved=0CH0QFjAB&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ebay.com%2Fsch%2Fsis.html%3F_nkw%3DLe%2BCre uset%2Bbuying%2Bused%2BLe%2BCreuset%2Bselling%2Bused%2BLeCreuset %2Bcollectible%2Bcookware%2Benamel%2Bcoated%2Bcast%2Biron&ei=g0L-Tv-pIeKWiAK72NivBA&usg=AFQjCNEk4icXqvWHXA7tjgQDTdxS4XVZug&cad=rja:woohoonaner:

[BigBananaBoy]

Not yet. I was looking around a few years back and found some for under $100


What are you looking for exactly... :lurk:

[Dalmatiansoap]

Phase 1:
http://i730.photobucket.com/albums/ww305/dalmatiansoap/IMAG3809.jpg

Phase 2:
http://i730.photobucket.com/albums/ww305/dalmatiansoap/IMAG3812.jpg
:nanadrink:

[momoese]

Hmm, what's he cookin' in there?

[momoese]

What are you looking for exactly... :lurk:

7 qt or larger preferably in red.

[Dalmatiansoap]

Hmm, what's he cookin' in there?

baby pork?

[momoese]

Baby food? :ha:

[BigBananaBoy]

7 qt or larger preferably in red.


The links I sent to Ante its around 270.00 the color you looking for is called Cherry. Nice looking color too.

If you find it on ebay or craigslist just make sure its not an imperfection type sale, which means the cooking surface is affected even if they say its not. It's not worth the risk for you or the people you cook for to save a few dollars, its unsafe.

Deals are out there but not likely cheaper then the links I sent to Ante which are manufacturer discount sites, more reliable and I have had personal experience with each one. Look at buying boxed sets which can be cheaper, but New in the box from a reputable business or person is the best and safest deal.
:2738: This has been a message from Food Safe TV....:0517:

[BigBananaBoy]

baby pork?


I thought maybe baby Lamb chops. Hmmm with some rosemary and garlic! Just sayin... Looks good.

[Dalmatiansoap]

Its a "baby" Pork chops :)
Phase 3
http://i730.photobucket.com/albums/ww305/dalmatiansoap/IMAG3813.jpg

Phase 4
http://i730.photobucket.com/albums/ww305/dalmatiansoap/IMAG3817.jpg
BTW, how do U call "baby pork"?

[BigBananaBoy]

Its a "baby" Pork chops :)
Phase 3
http://i730.photobucket.com/albums/ww305/dalmatiansoap/IMAG3813.jpg

Phase 4
http://i730.photobucket.com/albums/ww305/dalmatiansoap/IMAG3817.jpg
BTW, how do U call "baby pork"?


Those are just called Pork Chops :ha: Ante. Otherwise a small whole pig would be a suckling pig.... Hope that clears it up.
Have a Happy New Year!

[momoese]

http://i104.photobucket.com/albums/m161/momoese/2012-01-01133010.jpg

[Dalmatiansoap]

Those are just called Pork Chops :ha: Ante. Otherwise a small whole pig would be a suckling pig.... Hope that clears it up.
Have a Happy New Year!

Thanks man,
in that case its suckling pig pork chop quater:ha:
Its a custom to bake a whole suckling pigs but it was to much for us at the moment. This way we have few more than decent meals:ha:
:nanadrink:
Cmmon Mitchel U can do much better ;)
:woohoonaner:

[sunfish]

5 more hours.:08:


http://www.bananas.org/gallery/watermark.php?file=47523&size=1 (http://www.bananas.org/gallery/showphoto.php?photo=47523&ppuser=2868)

[Dalmatiansoap]

Nice!
Someone will have a great lunch
:nanadrink:

[sunfish]

Nice!
Someone will have a great lunch

:nanadrink:


and dinner and breakfast :ha::ha:

[Dalmatiansoap]

Well, its 3in1 meal:ha:

[momoese]

Fried chicken! New experimental recipe. :cool:

http://i104.photobucket.com/albums/m161/momoese/DSC_1202.jpg

[momoese]

Burger time!
http://i104.photobucket.com/albums/m161/momoese/DSC_1247.jpg

[sunfish]

Suvai Payanam: 'Chettinadu Chicken Curry' - YouTube (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1AE6ZoItebo&feature=related)

[momoese]

http://i104.photobucket.com/albums/m161/momoese/DSC_1249.jpg

[sunfish]

http://i104.photobucket.com/albums/m161/momoese/DSC_1249.jpg

fajitas ?

[momoese]

fajitas ?

Pork Butt wrapped in banana leaves a la crock pot.

[momoese]

Round one. One of the best sandwiches I've ever had. I'm loving this cooking at home stuff!

http://i104.photobucket.com/albums/m161/momoese/DSC_1240.jpg

[sunfish]

Passion fruit edulis fredericks yummy

[sunfish]

BLT,clam chowder and jalapenos woohoo

[momoese]

Working on a baked sweet potato, steamed broccoli and a reverse seared Porterhouse steak. Photo later!

[momoese]

Well that was awesome again, I'm totally hooked on this reverse searing method of cooking steaks, and it was good practice for the guests we have coming next week! :)

[sunfish]

Well that was awesome again, I'm totally hooked on this reverse searing method of cooking steaks, and it was good practice for the guests we have coming next week! :)

Well I am going to have to try that.Sounds delish. Thanks so much . :)

[momoese]

Do you have an electric temp gauge yet?

[sunfish]

Do you have an electric temp gauge yet?

Not yet and I haven't gotten a pizza stone yet. Boy I better get with the program

[sunfish]

A very exotic Passiflora alata. Got this for $o at a total cost of $o. Amazing how wonderful a fruit can taste. I will be growing these here in the United States.Eat your heart out.

http://www.bananas.org/gallery/watermark.php?file=47593&size=1 (http://www.bananas.org/gallery/showphoto.php?photo=47593&ppuser=2868) :ha::ha::ha::ha:

[momoese]

Courtesy of Mark. :)

http://i104.photobucket.com/albums/m161/momoese/DSC_1272.jpg

[sunfish]

Courtesy of Mark. :)

http://i104.photobucket.com/albums/m161/momoese/DSC_1272.jpg

Doesn't get better than that :08:

[sunfish]

http://www.google.com/url?sa=t&rct=j&q=cha%20cha%20chicken%20coconut%20fried%20chicken%20recipe&source=web&cd=3&ved=0CDgQFjAC&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.yelp.com%2Fbiz%2Fcha-cha-chicken-santa-monica&ei=avYQT6XTO8myiQK7iJmnDQ&usg=AFQjCNEDZsPkYjWwqhTon-t_2J_rRAnMUg&cad=rja


Cha Cha Chicken - Santa Monica - Santa Monica, CA (http://www.yelp.com/biz/cha-cha-chicken-santa-monica?q=coconut+fried)

[momoese]

http://www.google.com/url?sa=t&rct=j&q=cha%20cha%20chicken%20coconut%20fried%20chicken%20recipe&source=web&cd=3&ved=0CDgQFjAC&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.yelp.com%2Fbiz%2Fcha-cha-chicken-santa-monica&ei=avYQT6XTO8myiQK7iJmnDQ&usg=AFQjCNEDZsPkYjWwqhTon-t_2J_rRAnMUg&cad=rja


Cha Cha Chicken - Santa Monica - Santa Monica, CA (http://www.yelp.com/biz/cha-cha-chicken-santa-monica?q=coconut+fried)

Are you in Santa Monica?

[sunfish]

Are you in Santa Monica?

No .I was watching:drum: the Foodnetwork best thing you ever ate . Looked pretty good

[sunfish]

Cookies

[momoese]

Ah ok, it does look good. I was going to say to stop by on your way home.

[sunfish]

Tuna salad on tostada with hot sauce. Nothing fancy but pretty good.Add a little cilantro yummy.

[Dalmatiansoap]

Pasta milanese lunch leftovers.

[momoese]

Egg in cloud

http://i104.photobucket.com/albums/m161/momoese/DSC_1288.jpg

[sunfish]

Tonight Pork Ribs on the Grill Dome,grilled corn on the cob ,mashed potatoes and cole slaw.:goteam:

[momoese]

We are having friends over for Pomegranate Osso Bucco served on garlicky parmesan mashed potatoes. One of the appetizers is tarragon lemon marinated and grilled artichokes with a tarragon garlic aioli dipping sauce. I'll take pics if I remember.

[sunfish]

We are having friends over for Pomegranate Osso Bucco served on garlicky parmesan mashed potatoes. One of the appetizers is tarragon lemon marinated and grilled artichokes with a tarragon garlic aioli dipping sauce. I'll take pics if I remember.

I had that planned for tomorrow night. :ha::ha::ha:

[sunfish]

Pretty good

Stove Top One-Dish Chicken Bake With Vegetables. Recipe - Food.com - 87327 (http://www.food.com/recipe/stove-top-one-dish-chicken-bake-with-vegetables-87327)

[momoese]

Homemade beef tacos for Superbowl.

[sunfish]

Someday

Dominican chimichurri burgers with chipotle glazed grilled yellow plantains in 20 mins by Bobby Flay : FoodNetwork TV Asia (http://www.foodnetworkasia.com/recipes/dominican-chimichurri-burgers-with-chipotle-glazed-grilled-yellow-plantains-628.html)

[sunfish]

basil pesto and Shrimp pizza

[Dalmatiansoap]

basil pesto and Shrimp pizza
:pics:

:nanadrink:

[sunfish]

:pics:

:nanadrink:

All gone

[Dalmatiansoap]

thats even better:ha:

[sunfish]

thats even better:ha:

I'm thinking pesto and squid would be pretty good.That's one I'll try soon:woohoonaner:

[sunfish]

http://www.bananas.org/gallery/watermark.php?file=47910&size=1 (http://www.bananas.org/gallery/showphoto.php?photo=47910&ppuser=2868)

Carne asada burrito

[momoese]

Fried chicken and coleslaw

[sunfish]

Tropical White Guava

[sunfish]

Egg in cloud

http://i104.photobucket.com/albums/m161/momoese/DSC_1288.jpg

Incredible

[Dalmatiansoap]

plain baguette
http://i730.photobucket.com/albums/ww305/dalmatiansoap/Snapbucket/CB404477-orig.jpg
:nanadrink:

[sunfish]

plain baguette
http://i730.photobucket.com/albums/ww305/dalmatiansoap/Snapbucket/CB404477-orig.jpg
:nanadrink:

Pretty soon with a slice of tomato and some olive oil ?

[Dalmatiansoap]

Hope so ;)

[sunfish]

Hope so ;)

Do you have flowers now ?

[Dalmatiansoap]

Do you have flowers now ?:ha:

[sunfish]

:ha:

<a href="http://s950.photobucket.com/albums/ad348/musanamwah/?action=view&amp;current=003.jpg" target="_blank"><img src="http://i950.photobucket.com/albums/ad348/musanamwah/003.jpg" border="0" alt="Photobucket"></a>

[Dalmatiansoap]

Baklava
http://i730.photobucket.com/albums/ww305/dalmatiansoap/donald/IMAG4484.jpg
:nanadrink:

[sunfish]

Pork burrito's for supper. :08:

http://www.bananas.org/gallery/watermark.php?file=48414&size=1 (http://www.bananas.org/gallery/showphoto.php?photo=48414&ppuser=2868)

[sunfish]

Almost
http://www.bananas.org/gallery/watermark.php?file=48416&size=1 (http://www.bananas.org/gallery/showphoto.php?photo=48416&ppuser=2868)

[momoese]

Looks good! What wood did you use?

[sunfish]

Looks good! What wood did you use?

Mesquite

[Dalmatiansoap]

http://i730.photobucket.com/albums/ww305/dalmatiansoap/IMAG4658.jpg

http://i730.photobucket.com/albums/ww305/dalmatiansoap/IMAG4660.jpg

http://i730.photobucket.com/albums/ww305/dalmatiansoap/IMAG4663.jpg
:nanadrink:

[venturabananas]

Some great Manzano bananas from the grocery store. It had been a long time since I'd bought a good one. From the store, they are usually dry and chalky with some unappealing hard lumps in the fruit. These ones just looked good -- the peels were firm and almost shiny waxy looking. The flesh was perfect: dense, smooth, and delicious. Now I remember why I like this variety! Don't know why all the ones that show up in our markets are sub-par.

[momoese]

Carne Asada and radishes from the garden

[sunfish]

Dr. Pepper

[Nicolas Naranja]

I had a tree ripe mango today. I can't believe it's still April

[Dalmatiansoap]

Čevapčići ;)
http://i730.photobucket.com/albums/ww305/dalmatiansoap/IMAG4732.jpg
:nanadrink:

[sunfish]

Čevapčići ;)
http://i730.photobucket.com/albums/ww305/dalmatiansoap/IMAG4732.jpg
:nanadrink:

Ćevapi - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/%C4%86evapi)

[sunfish]

Bbq chicken on the Kamado,salad with homegrown cherry tomatoes and fresh banana peppers from the garden. Whoohoo

[orinoko]

Salad from the...........salad bar.

:woohoonaner::goteam::birthdaynana:

[Abnshrek]

Can you say Crab Boil :^)
Banana Gallery - Have a coke & a smile :^) (http://www.bananas.org/gallery/showphoto.php?photo=49791&cat=1990)

[Dalmatiansoap]

http://i730.photobucket.com/albums/ww305/dalmatiansoap/IMAG5305.jpg
:nanadrink:

[SOCALROCKER]

Cherimoya,Blueberries,mango,pineapple fruit salad.

[BigBananaBoy]

Ante that Looks Yummy!!! I'm on a flight over set a place for me... Lol

http://i730.photobucket.com/albums/ww305/dalmatiansoap/IMAG4658.jpg

http://i730.photobucket.com/albums/ww305/dalmatiansoap/IMAG4660.jpg

http://i730.photobucket.com/albums/ww305/dalmatiansoap/IMAG4663.jpg
:nanadrink:

[momoese]

http://i104.photobucket.com/albums/m161/momoese/shot_1344633364485.jpg

Alaskan Cod pan seared with sauteed pico de gallo and fresh pico de gallo on top. The tomato, cilantro, jalapeno, and fish pepper were freshly harvested from the garden minutes before cooking. Really good! :)

[Dalmatiansoap]

Ante that Looks Yummy!!! I'm on a flight over set a place for me... Lol

You are Welcome Big Tony!
Ill pick U up at the airport
:nanadrink:

Great looking dish Mitchel. If it taste as half as it looks....yumm

[sunfish]

<a href="http://s950.photobucket.com/albums/ad348/musanamwah/?action=view&amp;current=017-3.jpg" target="_blank"><img src="http://i950.photobucket.com/albums/ad348/musanamwah/017-3.jpg" border="0" alt="Photobucket"></a>

[venturabananas]

<a href="http://s950.photobucket.com/albums/ad348/musanamwah/?action=view&amp;current=017-3.jpg" target="_blank"><img src="http://i950.photobucket.com/albums/ad348/musanamwah/017-3.jpg" border="0" alt="Photobucket"></a>

Do you deliver? :ha:

[Dalmatiansoap]

Tuna steaks
http://i730.photobucket.com/albums/ww305/dalmatiansoap/Snapbucket/FEE6248E-orig.jpg
:nanadrink:

[sunfish]

<a href="http://s950.photobucket.com/albums/ad348/musanamwah/?action=view&amp;current=006-16.jpg" target="_blank"><img src="http://i950.photobucket.com/albums/ad348/musanamwah/006-16.jpg" border="0" alt="Photobucket"></a>

[momoese]

Tony we need to move this thread to the Tiki Hut. It's in the wrong sub forum and difficult to find when buried.

[sunfish]

Tony we need to move this thread to the Tiki Hut. It's in the wrong sub forum and difficult to find when buried.

Fine with me-Harvey

[sunfish]

<a href="http://s950.photobucket.com/albums/ad348/musanamwah/?action=view&amp;current=007-12.jpg" target="_blank"><img src="http://i950.photobucket.com/albums/ad348/musanamwah/007-12.jpg" border="0" alt="Photobucket"></a>

[robguz24]

My breakfast, a very ripe Raja Puri, a ripe but still firm fused Gros Michel from the yard, and an overripe Ice Cream from the yard. My last Gros Michel from the bunch I harvested a few weeks ago. I could eat GMs every day.

http://www.bananas.org/gallery/watermark.php?file=50336&size=1 (http://www.bananas.org/gallery/showphoto.php?photo=50336)

[momoese]

Fish Tacos with Red Savina and San Marzano Tomatoes from the garden. Recipe via Chef Fishbum. Awesome, awesome, awesome! My tongue still hurts! : )

http://i104.photobucket.com/albums/m161/momoese/betterfishtacophoto.jpg

[sunfish]

Fish Tacos with Red Savina and San Marzano Tomatoes from the garden. Recipe via Chef Fishbum. Awesome, awesome, awesome! My tongue still hurts! : )

http://i104.photobucket.com/albums/m161/momoese/betterfishtacophoto.jpg

Looks good

[momoese]

Looks good

Was insanely good! Alaskan cod with a special beer batter and that crazy good Salsa Fresca.....I ate way too much! Can hardly wait to make it again though.

[harveyc]

Tony we need to move this thread to the Tiki Hut. It's in the wrong sub forum and difficult to find when buried.

Okay, I'll move it now that you did the alert, but I'm pretty busy with chestnuts... ;)

[Abnshrek]

Fresh Blue Crabs. :^)
http://www.bananas.org/gallery/watermark.php?file=50924&size=1 (http://www.bananas.org/gallery/showphoto.php?photo=50924)

[G.W.]

Funny how even the freshest crabs never really smell "fresh".

[Abnshrek]

Funny how even the freshest crabs never really smell "fresh".

Well according to someone who sells crabs down south that smell is the smell of Money. I think they stink myself, and that isn't exacty fresh. When caught then put on ice they don't stink/smell period.

[momoese]

Last night I made this.

Lobster in White Wine Pasta With Beurre Blanc
http://i104.photobucket.com/albums/m161/momoese/224596_435780756457505_646241991_n.jpg

[momoese]

Tonight I made this...

Lobster Benedict with homemade spicy Hollandaise sauce.

For sure one of the top 5 meals I've ever had. I think I can hang up my cook hat now and find something else to do, that is if I survive the cardiac arrest from two days of insane butter intake! :D

http://i104.photobucket.com/albums/m161/momoese/Lbenny.jpg

[Dalmatiansoap]

Onions
http://i730.photobucket.com/albums/ww305/dalmatiansoap/IMAG5778.jpg
:woohoonaner:

[sunfish]

Ham cooked on kamado smoker.Nothing fancy but very good.

[Dalmatiansoap]

Bruscete with first press Oil. Nothing fancy :)

[sunfish]

Bruscete with first press Oil. Nothing fancy :)

But Pretty Good

[momoese]

Bruscete with first press Oil. Nothing fancy :)

A meal in itself. Once you get started it's hard to stop! :ha:

[sunfish]

Belle/Namwah Not ripe enough yet

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[sunfish]

Another ham on the barbie

[Dalmatiansoap]

Another ham on the barbie

Barbie Ham | Flickr - Photo Sharing! (http://www.flickr.com/photos/twindx/302851088/)
:nanadrink:

[sunfish]

Barbie Ham | Flickr - Photo Sharing! (http://www.flickr.com/photos/twindx/302851088/)
:nanadrink:

:)

[sunfish]

Another ham on the barbie

and tomorrow with left over Ham

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[Snookie]

Lizard Creek Cajun FRIED Boudin Balls

I like DAT me! :08:

http://upload.spankdu.com/images/xa7hhfxbc5hjdm490ivo.jpg

[sunfish]

:woohoonaner:


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[momoese]

Getting ready to smoke some King Salmon. Brine underway!

[Dalmatiansoap]

Sailors Olives to be
http://i730.photobucket.com/albums/ww305/dalmatiansoap/IMAG5947.jpg
:woohoonaner:

[momoese]

http://sphotos-a.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ash3/617125_447534688615445_133567266_o.jpg

[sunfish]

Passion fruit

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[Abnshrek]

I had a Hamlin orange from the yard.. good stuff.. :^)

[BigBananaBoy]

Happy Thanksgiving to all you Banana Nuts.
I'm sharing My small Traditional and Cajun Turkey gourmet T-Day Dinner Enjoy...


http://i484.photobucket.com/albums/rr201/bigtony66/Banana%20Plants/TGD2012-FullDinner.jpg


Cajun Herbed Turkey Breast dusted with Organic Smoked Ghost Chilis (From my garden.)

http://i484.photobucket.com/albums/rr201/bigtony66/Banana%20Plants/TGD2012-CajunTurkey.jpg


Cajun Dirty Rice with Plantains

http://i484.photobucket.com/albums/rr201/bigtony66/Banana%20Plants/TGD2012-CajunDirtyRiceWPlaintains.jpg

Cajun-Ghost Chili Turkey Gravy

http://i484.photobucket.com/albums/rr201/bigtony66/Banana%20Plants/TGD2012-CajunGravy.jpg



Corn Bread and Sage Sausage Stuffing

http://i484.photobucket.com/albums/rr201/bigtony66/Banana%20Plants/TGD2012-CornBreadStuffing.jpg



Sweet Potato Half and Half Cassarole Homemade Tahitian Vanilla Marshmallow (Left) and Habanero-Pineapple (right)

http://i484.photobucket.com/albums/rr201/bigtony66/Banana%20Plants/TGD2012-SweetPotatoe.jpg

Pie pic comes later.... :drum:

Enjoy :bananas_b

Big Tony

[sunfish]

Happy Thanksgiving to all you Banana Nuts.
I'm sharing My small Traditional and Cajun Turkey gourmet T-Day Dinner Enjoy...


http://i484.photobucket.com/albums/rr201/bigtony66/Banana%20Plants/TGD2012-FullDinner.jpg


Cajun Herbed Turkey Breast dusted with Organic Smoked Ghost Chilis (From my garden.)

http://i484.photobucket.com/albums/rr201/bigtony66/Banana%20Plants/TGD2012-CajunTurkey.jpg


Cajun Dirty Rice with Plantains

http://i484.photobucket.com/albums/rr201/bigtony66/Banana%20Plants/TGD2012-CajunDirtyRiceWPlaintains.jpg

Cajun-Ghost Chili Turkey Gravy

http://i484.photobucket.com/albums/rr201/bigtony66/Banana%20Plants/TGD2012-CajunGravy.jpg



Corn Bread and Sage Sausage Stuffing

http://i484.photobucket.com/albums/rr201/bigtony66/Banana%20Plants/TGD2012-CornBreadStuffing.jpg



Sweet Potato Half and Half Cassarole Homemade Tahitian Vanilla Marshmallow (Left) and Habanero-Pineapple (right)

http://i484.photobucket.com/albums/rr201/bigtony66/Banana%20Plants/TGD2012-SweetPotatoe.jpg

Pie pic comes later.... :drum:

Enjoy :bananas_b

Big Tony

Been waiting to see what you cooked All sounds PRETTY GOOD

[2woodensticks]

not a thing i am stuffed..hope all had a wonderful thanksgiving..

[BigBananaBoy]

It was small this year, but great.

What did you cook this year? Any Pics? How is the smoking going? I figured you, Mitchel, and Ante would have had something up by now.

Been waiting to see what you cooked All sounds PRETTY GOOD

[sunfish]

It was small this year, but great.

What did you cook this year? Any Pics? How is the smoking going? I figured you, Mitchel, and Ante would have had something up by now.

Nothing special here.I'm sure Mitchel cooked something interesting.

[momoese]

Nothing special here.I'm sure Mitchel cooked something interesting.

I smoked a Turkey breast and roasted some root veggies. Was a bit hectic due to a client being hospitalized and having to deal with picking up her dogs and all the food and meds etc, while dealing with another clients cat sitting and waiting for another boarder to be dropped off here. Smoking the breast came second but I still managed to pull off one of the best turkey meals I've ever had!

Happy thanksgiving guys, hope you had a great day! :)

[BigBananaBoy]

:pics: :ha:

I smoked a Turkey breast and roasted some root veggies. Was a bit hectic due to a client being hospitalized and having to deal with picking up her dogs and all the food and meds etc, while dealing with another clients cat sitting and waiting for another boarder to be dropped off here. Smoking the breast came second but I still managed to pull off one of the best turkey meals I've ever had!

Happy thanksgiving guys, hope you had a great day! :)

[momoese]

:pics: :ha:

Just phone pics, sorry.
http://i104.photobucket.com/albums/m161/momoese/2012-11-22185501.jpg

No it's not raw, it started to develop a nice smoke ring! Brined in brown sugar, sea salt, lemon zest, rosemary, black pepper and vegetable stock for 6 hours. Smoked with hickory soaked in orange juice and hardwood lump coals really slow for 4 hours. Came out tasty, nicely smoked, super juicy and tender!
http://i104.photobucket.com/albums/m161/momoese/2012-11-22190218.jpg

[BigBananaBoy]

First, :ha:.... the real smokers would know silly! The smoke looks good, the orange juice is a good choice.


No it's not raw, it started to develop a nice smoke ring!

Have you tried rum or bourbon soaking the wood? if not, try it out the flavor is deep, plus any left over liquor you can just swig it! :D


[quote=momoese;209672]Just phone pics, sorry.
http://i104.photobucket.com/albums/m161/momoese/2012-11-22185501.jpg

No it's not raw, it started to develop a nice smoke ring! Brined in brown sugar, sea salt, lemon zest, rosemary, black pepper and vegetable stock for 6 hours. Smoked with hickory soaked in orange juice and hardwood lump coals really slow for 4 hours. Came out tasty, nicely smoked, super juicy and tender!
http://i104.photobucket.com/albums/m161/momoese/2012-11-22190218.jpg

[momoese]

No haven't tried that but it sounds like a good idea!

[Dalmatiansoap]

I figured you, Mitchel, and Ante would have had something up by now.

Nothing fancy here now, no reason for special celebration yet. But sometime mid next week, well that might be a complete different story:ha:
:woohoonaner:

[BigBananaBoy]

Ante,
Since All Saints Day has passed, I bet your picking the olives now... The Sibenik-Knin region is a great place, been there and I was in Olive heaven..

What types of olives do you grow? and how do oyu prepare them?

Nothing fancy here now, no reason for special celebration yet. But sometime mid next week, well that might be a complete different story:ha:
:woohoonaner:

[Dalmatiansoap]

Yay yay yay Big Tony, been here and didnt let me know!!!
We grow mostly "Oblica" variety and its Olive for Oil production but can be well prepared for food also. U can find more here:
http://www.bananas.org/f348/if-u-dont-know-what-do-10306.html
:woohoonaner:

[BigBananaBoy]

was there in 2010 before joining the board, but we plan to go back again on a cruise in the near future, i'll let you know and we can try to connect.

Thanks for the link, the saylor olives look great and the sea salt is great, I use/have 12 different varieties of salt I use them in dessert too, awesome flavor too.

You're lucky on the labor help, I cannot seem to get my Rottweilers to earn, work, or plant, but they can eat, drink, and Sh@# well .. :ha:


Yay yay yay Big Tony, been here and didnt let me know!!!
We grow mostly "Oblica" variety and its Olive for Oil production but can be well prepared for food also. U can find more here:
http://www.bananas.org/f348/if-u-dont-know-what-do-10306.html
:woohoonaner:

[Dalmatiansoap]

Sure let me know. I ll be happy to meet U and provide a great fun.
:nanadrink:

[Abnshrek]

Pink grapefruit off of my Rio Red.. Yum. :^)

[caliboy1994]

Belle (Pisang Awak), courtesy of Jon. Probably some of the best bananas I've ever tasted. The only thing that could compare was this one type I had in Costa Rica, which I have no idea what it was. They're reminiscent of Manzanos from the supermarket, but sweeter and creamier with a bit less of an apple taste. Although they had a pithy core. I might want to let them ripen a bit more.

Here's where I stand now, the banana varieties I've eaten out of hand, from best to worst:

Pisang Awak
A small, slender type I had in Costa Rica, not sure what it was
Store-bought Oritos
Store-bought red bananas
Store-bought Manzanos
Store-bought Cavendish
Veinte Cohol
Store-bought Burro bananas (Orinoco)

[sunfish]

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[momoese]

Yellowtail steak that included some serious fatty belly is marinating and will be pan seared with a black pepper crust, mashed potatoes and baby spinach salad.

[Dalmatiansoap]

http://i730.photobucket.com/albums/ww305/dalmatiansoap/IMAG6121.jpg
:nanadrink:

[sunfish]

http://i730.photobucket.com/albums/ww305/dalmatiansoap/IMAG6121.jpg
:nanadrink:

Is this the one that was rooting in your garden :ha:

[Dalmatiansoap]

I wish:ha:

[Dangermouse01]

Smoked turkey breast for Christmas dinner.
http://i112.photobucket.com/albums/n200/dangermouse2006/Food%20Stuff/Smoked-turkey12-25-2012_zps7f4ec6c1.jpg

DM

[Dalmatiansoap]

http://i730.photobucket.com/albums/ww305/dalmatiansoap/IMAG6152.jpg
:nanadrink:

[momoese]

Last meal of 2012, roasted quail and root veggies.

http://i104.photobucket.com/albums/m161/momoese/_DSC0350.jpg

[Dalmatiansoap]

Nice one Mitchel
This was our first in 2013
http://i730.photobucket.com/albums/ww305/dalmatiansoap/IMAG6155-2.jpg
:woohoonaner:

[Abnshrek]

Had a manzano & Orinoco from the local Fiesta.. :^)

[2woodensticks]

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orinoco bananas..:woohoonaner: but wishing it was that lovely looking passion fruit..WOOHOOPASSIONFRUIT

[wolfyhound]

I'm staring at darkening plantains to cook this afternoon. Already baked crescent rolls with nutella or cheese in them for lunch.

Edit:
Fried yellow/black plantains with some sugar. Tasty but not superb. Nice banana flavor but not a cooked banana flavor so it was tasty and not icky. The sugar got too chewy/hard to be pleasant to the mouth. I have more to experiment with though. I think if I can fix the sugar caramelizing issue, it would be very very good to have with ice cream to smooth it out.

[momoese]

Crispiest onion rings I've ever made!
http://i104.photobucket.com/albums/m161/momoese/2013-01-12-183326.jpg

[Abnshrek]

http://www.bananas.org/gallery/watermark.php?file=51898&size=1 (http://www.bananas.org/gallery/showphoto.php?photo=51898)
Banana Nut Bread.. :^)