Maison Rustique

For some reason, the chicken I've gotten at TJ's always has an odd texture to it.

It used to be. They have done their best to completely ruin it by developing so much that the beauty and historic charm have been completely destroyed. Nothing but fast food and discount stores now. We plan to list our house this Spring and will definitely look outside of Liberty for another place.

You guys have probably had much worse weather than we have!!

Comfort food for the horrid weather we've been/are having. Meatloaf, potatoes and carrots.

Unless I got rid of it, I have a chopper thing that looks like that, though may be a different brand. I've never used it and have had it for probably at least 10 years. I'll look around to see if it still lives here.

I'm making meatloaf later and used the Salad Shooter a while ago to make breadcrumbs. So easy and fast!! I love this already!!

I had reward points to use, so got a Presto Salad Shooter. It arrived yesterday, but haven't used it yet. I can't wait to shred some cheese without aggravating my joints.

Same here!

I got rid of my air fryer. I use the function on my oven or the one on my toaster oven. Much easier. I found the air fryer appliance difficult to clean and couldn't conveniently fit whatever it was I wanted into it.

I really like it every time I have it or cook it, but seldom think of making it. I need to bump it up on my radar.

I will keep a manual opener or two just in case I run out of batteries or whatever. You never know!

I finally had the occasion to use my new can opener. Opened 2 cans and it worked great! So easy and no sharp edges. Yay!! (This is the red/white opener discussed above.)

I made around a year ago--one with bourbon and one with vodka. Have not tried them yet but they both look and smell fantastic!

I have an aversion to eating food that is on the table. Even if it is on paper. I would hate that. And it sure doesn't leave you much room for your drinks or whatever. In that last photo where they are dumping the wok, I see the corner of a phone right next to it. I'd be having a heart attack if that was my phone.

@TdeV, I've had the same issue with foaming dispensers and I also sometimes make my own or use concentrated soap that you dilute. I find the pumps last longer if I use distilled water to make the soap. And if they fail, try taking the pump and soaking it in a white vinegar solution to clean it out. Sometimes helps. I think a lot of this issue has to do with how hard your water is.

Nope--just my antique Weber kettle.

I always take it out of my Breadman before baking, too. I never thought about the paddle getting stuck on, I just don't like a big hole in the bottom of the loaf.

I have the skinny type and it is increasingly difficult for me to hold onto with my arthritic hands. I'd trade it for a paddle type any day.

Made yesterday and will have for supper this evening. RG beans, Christmas ham and collards.

Forgot to say that the curry recipe does sound really good. I may need to re-think this!

Yes, RG Black-eyed peas with collard greens (unless the grocery store is out of them) and ham. I usually make posole, too, but a friend gifted us a couple of filet mignons and scalloped potatoes and I'm already braising some beef short ribs, so we have more food than we'll know what to do with for a while.

Since I'm not a peanut fan, I like version a lot!! Going to try it after the holidays/leftovers.

Thanks for the update!!

@Shelby, I had forgotten about those mushrooms. It looks perfect for that meal! I wish now that I'd added mushrooms to my food order.