Maison Rustique

Trying to work my way through the freezer and pantry--especially the "emergency" stuff. And improve my eating habits as a household of one. I defrosted a couple of chicken thighs and pulled out some old pantry items. Had some grape tomatoes on their last legs. I did not intend to put quite so much of the seasoning blend on this but my hands got out of control when I was sprinkling it over. It worked out fine because this turned out to be very tasty. I had never used canned potatoes before and wasn't sure how they would be. I remember buying them thinking they'd be good to keep on hand for emergencies--add a can of veggies and some stock and instant soup. But had not used them and they were expired so needed to get off the shelf and used or into the trash. I wouldn't want them on a regular basis, but roasted as I did this, I couldn't really tell they were canned. I thought I had a photo of it after being cooked, but apparently not.

I go to McD's about once every 10 years or so if that, so am no expert, but I have never heard of truffle angus burgers at any in the US. if they were here, surely I'd have seen ads.

Thanks!!

@Ann_T, when you use the Romertopf to bake bread like this, do you soak it first or just use dry? I have one and I don't know why, but have just never thought of using it to bake my bread. Having a DUH moment.

A friend shared some wild onions he foraged. I roasted them with grape tomatoes. Added some spinach and bacon to top a baked potato. More fast food as I learn to cook healthy food for one. I have enough left for another meal.

I think your empanadas look great! If you are near the airport, pop into Los Hornos for some empanadas. The owner is delightful and the food is great. https://www.facebook.com/loshornoskansascity/

@Shelby, be safe. Those storms were doozies and we've got another round or 3 coming through starting tomorrow. That all looks delicious!

More Aldi fast food in my cooking for one adventure.

We were having storms pass through and under tornado watch. I wanted something quick so I could eat and hunker down in the basement (It all passed south of us, thankfully, though round 2 is coming tonight.) So, Aldi fast food to the rescue. It was quite good actually. I did the egg rolls in the toaster oven. And that sauce is not a regular Aldi product, but it is very tasty. I need to pick up another bottle before it is gone.

Still trying to get the hang of cooking for one. A friend foraged some wild onions and shared with me. I roasted some with some tomatoes that needed to be used. Then used that with some ham (also on last legs), a tortilla, eggs and odds and ends of cheeses that were over-staying their welcome. Not pretty, but it was tasty and got a few things used instead of tossing them.

That looks amazing!

That story just came on my local news within 2 minutes of reading your post. Scary.

eG member @Carolyn Tillie has been making food jewelry for years. Carolyn Tillie Jewelry

I made this Dirty Martini Dip to take to a party today. It is so good! I tried it with potato chips and I could sit and eat them all day. Very easy--I think I'll be making this again!

Best done with garlic naan, but I only had plain, so I made do. Fast food!

Naan pizza--made plenty so I'll have multiple meals. Trying to get the hang of cooking for one.

Does this mean that my Prime delivery drivers are going to start wearing Hawaiian shirts?

I've used it for cooking/baking. I am not a big fan of peanut butter sandwiches, so a jar of peanut butter might last me 10 years. The powdered stuff is more practical for someone like me.

I'm no expert, but unless it is non-stick, I wouldn't worry about it. Non-stick cookware has a relatively short life and should not continue to be in use if it is scratched, chipped, etc.

Check out Pierre Franey's Low-Calorie Gourmet and Craig Claiborne's Gourmet Diet books. Are they completely low-fat? No. But they are definitely lower in fat and will give you some good ideas for how to cut fat and calories in your cooking.

That looks like my blade. I better check that recall, too.

Would this hold true for any tinned fish product, including tuna in oil?

Beautiful meals--thanks for sharing them. Did you manage to go by Rancho Gordo while you were there?

I love this version of Irish Soda Bread. Mom made it for decades, I've made it for decades and I've shared it many times. Everyone loves it.