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Grinner · 23rd December 2011, 04:49

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Originally Posted by Shane B

A thread about cooking?

It'll never catch on.

You should post that pic of your christmas dinner...that was fucking epic.

iSparky · 24th December 2011, 16:24

My mums xmas ham

fanutd · 27th December 2011, 16:41

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Originally Posted by iSparky

My mums xmas ham

That looks very delicious!

I am starving now! Thanks for that

Jippy · 28th December 2011, 19:20

Just made a risotto- wanted something healthy and nice that used up all the odds and sods of vegetables we have left.

The pics are bit big, but first up chop the onion, garlic and chillis.

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Get the veggies ready- am using Broccoli, carrot, green pepper, baby corn, celery and mange tout. Will use salt/pepper and cayenne pepper and paprika.

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Jippy · 28th December 2011, 19:25

Fry the onions with the garlic and chilli for a few mins

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Add in the arborio rice for another min or so

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Then the veggies

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Jippy · 28th December 2011, 19:28

In go the plum tomatoes and veggie stock (missus is a veggie) along with the seasoning and spices

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It simmers away for 10-15 mins or so

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And then done

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Not flashy or anything, but very nice.

solvista · 28th December 2011, 23:30

May not be flashy mate, but sounds and actually looks delicious. nice job.

Jippy · 28th December 2011, 23:32

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Originally Posted by solvista

May not be flashy mate, but sounds and actually looks delicious. nice job.

Cheers Sol. Reckon with risotto spicy is the way to go, feck rosemary or basil etc...

Dans · 29th December 2011, 20:11

You need to come up with an alternative name to risotto though

Diablodave · 29th December 2011, 22:40

Anybody got any good glaze ideas for chicken wings? I've developed this one myself through trial and error and finally cracked it today. It's as close to TGI Fridays/nandos as you will get!

Lightly Sprinkle your chicken wings or legs with salt and ground pepper.

Then...quarter of a cup of soy sauce, half a cup/jar of honey, 2 cloves of garlic crushed, 2 tablespoons of tomato sauce. (optional extra: 2 tablespoons of jack Daniels) Whisk with a fork until well blended in.

Pour some as a glaze, 40mins in the oven at 180.

Then pour the rest over the chicken wings and legs as you serve. Puts a lovely smell all through the house!

Jippy · 29th December 2011, 23:32

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Originally Posted by Dans

You need to come up with an alternative name to risotto though

Yeah, I can't see many Italians recognising that as risotto, but hell, call it Jippy's rice surprise then- I don't care, it tastes good which is all that counts.

WeasteDevil · 30th December 2011, 15:51

Very nice Jippy, although you need to try and get yourself some of this stuff rather than the Schwartz....

That's the medium one, but you can get it hot also.

I'll post my pig on Sunday.

Jippy · 30th December 2011, 17:18

Is that chilli? Might be tricky to get over here- the equivalent of you trying to find your local Indian shop!

WeasteDevil · 30th December 2011, 17:56

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Originally Posted by Jippy

Is that chilli? Might be tricky to get over here- the equivalent of you trying to find your local Indian shop!

It's smoked paprika from Extremadura. It's basically the king of paprika.

Spoony Kobayashi · 30th December 2011, 18:11

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Originally Posted by WeasteDevil

It's smoked paprika from Extremadura. It's basically the king of paprika.

And why is that then?

Pexbo · 30th December 2011, 18:14

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Originally Posted by Spoony Youngblood

And why is that then?

Because it's Weaste's favourite. Don't argue for christ sake.

Spoony Kobayashi · 30th December 2011, 18:16

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Originally Posted by Pexbo

Because it's Weaste's favourite. Don't argue for christ sake.

I like arguing with him, he totally nuts.

Pexbo · 30th December 2011, 18:19

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Originally Posted by Spoony Youngblood

I like arguing with him, he totally nuts.

You'd better be talking about Almonds from the Basque region of Spain plucked from the arsecheeks of a young virginal schoolboy, otherwise technically speaking they won't be nuts!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Spoony Kobayashi · 30th December 2011, 18:24

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Originally Posted by Pexbo

You'd better be talking about Almonds from the Basque region of Spain plucked from the arsecheeks of a young virginal schoolboy, otherwise technically speaking they won't be nuts!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Is Basque really a region of Spain? Spain's a region of Basque! And 'Almonds'? why have you capitalised almonds!

Wanker!

Pexbo · 30th December 2011, 18:32

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Originally Posted by Spoony Youngblood

Is Basque really a region of Spain? Spain's a region of Basque! And 'Almonds'? why have you capitalised almonds!

Wanker!

Jippy · 3rd January 2012, 00:33

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Originally Posted by WeasteDevil

It's smoked paprika from Extremadura. It's basically the king of paprika.

I'm basically limited to Waitrose and Tesco, so it might be a struggle.

Bit different, but the habanero sauce we got in Mexico is the daddy if you like it spicy.

WeasteDevil · 3rd January 2012, 00:49

That paprika is smoked.

Jippy · 3rd January 2012, 01:10

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Originally Posted by WeasteDevil

That paprika is smoked.

At the risk of sounding dumb, does that just change the flavour, ie to a smokey one, or does it intensify/alter the heat of the spice?

iSparky · 4th January 2012, 13:27

Going to learn how to make my mums lasagne later on, apparently she has a secret that makes it so delicious and she has agreed to show me what it is. She makes a simple lasagne its just mince, sauces and pasta oh and cheese on top. Cant wait to have a go at it myself when I go back to London.

EspadaYdaga · 4th January 2012, 18:54

i think she adds her vaginal secretions

forevrared · 7th January 2012, 04:22

The secret will probably ruin your life. You'll find out she's used some obscure brand of jarred tomato sauce for decades and your whole childhood will have been a lie.

Shane B · 7th January 2012, 07:31

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Originally Posted by Grinner

You should post that pic of your christmas dinner...that was fucking epic.

This one?

Burrow · 7th January 2012, 11:51

My 15 000 kcal cake:

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solvista · 7th January 2012, 13:59

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Originally Posted by Shane B

This one?

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Originally Posted by Burrow

My 15 000 kcal cake:

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I've just had a fuckin heart attack looking at those two posts! Shane, was there any real need for the bacon on top of the mash?

A bit decadent that mate.

Top · 7th January 2012, 15:33

Burrow, any pictures of how it looked on the inside?

Burrow · 7th January 2012, 16:01

I wish, I made it for my mother to bring to her work for their Christmas dinner. Might make a miniature version of it for her birthday in a month though, so will make sure to have this thread in mind if I go for the heart attack-cake

Shane B · 9th January 2012, 03:10

Shane, was there any real need for the bacon on top of the mash?

A bit decadent that mate.[/QUOTE]

Absolutely.. I love my bacon bits in my mash...

I leathered the whole lot in gravy after I'd had a photo with it...

forevrared · 11th January 2012, 02:11

I've decided to go vegetarian for a week, mainly just to see if I can do it and still be satisfied but also curious as to what effect it will have on me. Going for the most basic form of vegetarianism at first and keeping dairy and eggs in.

I started my week tonight, so my first meal tonight was a wild mushroom ravioli in a walnut & rosemary white wine cream sauce. Turned out nicely. I had plans to make my own ravioli (which are very good), but didn't make it to the store until I was already starved so took a short-cut and got the pre-made ones. The sauce came out awesome though.

iSparky · 11th January 2012, 18:16

Success! My first home made lasagne, mum would be proud

Grinner · 11th January 2012, 18:30

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Originally Posted by Shane B

Absolutely.. I love my bacon bits in my mash...

I leathered the whole lot in gravy after I'd had a photo with it...

Great pic even if it is ruined with the faggotty broccoli.

WeasteDevil · 11th January 2012, 18:35

A pig.

iSparky · 11th January 2012, 19:27

Jesus! What are you planning on doing with him then? If someone gave me a pig like that I wouldnt have a clue what to do with it

solvista · 12th January 2012, 12:49

I never buy one of those, just in case I'm tempted to give it one when nobody's looking...

Look at the sexy way he's lifting his tail......por exemplo.

steeeb · 12th January 2012, 13:22

I've just made some malteasers tiffin with milkbar white chocolate topping. It looks reet nice.

Pexbo · 12th January 2012, 13:28

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Originally Posted by solvista

I never buy one of those, just in case I'm tempted to give it one when nobody's looking...

Look at the sexy way he's lifting his tail......por exemplo.

Now I know you're obviously joking, but I think I'd be genuinely tempted to sit it down on the sofa next to me with a pair of sunglasses on and a can of larger selotaped to it's hoof while we watch reruns of Topgear on Dave.

28th December 2011, 19:28	#926 (permalink)
Jippy Sleeps with tramps. If you've got the cardboard he'll bring the heat Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: In Neville's Laa Laa Land Posts: 7,622	In go the plum tomatoes and veggie stock (missus is a veggie) along with the seasoning and spices Spoiler v It simmers away for 10-15 mins or so Spoiler And then done Spoiler Not flashy or anything, but very nice.

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Burrow would like you all to call him "Glorious Leader" Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: Beautiful Norway Posts: 13,079	My 15 000 kcal cake: Spoiler Spoiler

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24th December 2011, 16:24	#922 (permalink)
iSparky Waiting on Noodle... Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Baile Átha Cliath Posts: 43,338	My mums xmas ham

28th December 2011, 19:20	#924 (permalink)
Jippy Sleeps with tramps. If you've got the cardboard he'll bring the heat Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: In Neville's Laa Laa Land Posts: 7,622	Just made a risotto- wanted something healthy and nice that used up all the odds and sods of vegetables we have left. The pics are bit big, but first up chop the onion, garlic and chillis. Spoiler Get the veggies ready- am using Broccoli, carrot, green pepper, baby corn, celery and mange tout. Will use salt/pepper and cayenne pepper and paprika. Spoiler

28th December 2011, 19:25	#925 (permalink)
Jippy Sleeps with tramps. If you've got the cardboard he'll bring the heat Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: In Neville's Laa Laa Land Posts: 7,622	Fry the onions with the garlic and chilli for a few mins Spoiler Add in the arborio rice for another min or so Spoiler Then the veggies Spoiler

28th December 2011, 23:30	#927 (permalink)
solvista Shawshank redemption Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: I've given the world this riddle, it's mine ©2010. AdZzUtd® Posts: 14,422	May not be flashy mate, but sounds and actually looks delicious. nice job.

29th December 2011, 20:11	#929 (permalink)
Dans First Team Elder Join Date: Jun 2001 Location: Poster of the decade 2000-10 (w/o badge) Posts: 21,628	You need to come up with an alternative name to risotto though

29th December 2011, 22:40	#930 (permalink)
Diablodave Reserve Team Player Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: "Anyone thinks that was a fix, can come and see me....and I'll tell them it wasn't a fix cos we bloody earned that and anyone that says different is a joke" Posts: 2,831	Anybody got any good glaze ideas for chicken wings? I've developed this one myself through trial and error and finally cracked it today. It's as close to TGI Fridays/nandos as you will get! Lightly Sprinkle your chicken wings or legs with salt and ground pepper. Then...quarter of a cup of soy sauce, half a cup/jar of honey, 2 cloves of garlic crushed, 2 tablespoons of tomato sauce. (optional extra: 2 tablespoons of jack Daniels) Whisk with a fork until well blended in. Pour some as a glaze, 40mins in the oven at 180. Then pour the rest over the chicken wings and legs as you serve. Puts a lovely smell all through the house!

30th December 2011, 15:51	#932 (permalink)
WeasteDevil Redcafe's Greatest Poster Join Date: Jun 2001 Location: Salford in Castellón de la Plana Posts: 101,776	Very nice Jippy, although you need to try and get yourself some of this stuff rather than the Schwartz.... That's the medium one, but you can get it hot also. I'll post my pig on Sunday.

30th December 2011, 17:18	#933 (permalink)
Jippy Sleeps with tramps. If you've got the cardboard he'll bring the heat Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: In Neville's Laa Laa Land Posts: 7,622	Is that chilli? Might be tricky to get over here- the equivalent of you trying to find your local Indian shop!

3rd January 2012, 00:49	#942 (permalink)
WeasteDevil Redcafe's Greatest Poster Join Date: Jun 2001 Location: Salford in Castellón de la Plana Posts: 101,776	That paprika is smoked.

4th January 2012, 13:27	#944 (permalink)
iSparky Waiting on Noodle... Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Baile Átha Cliath Posts: 43,338	Going to learn how to make my mums lasagne later on, apparently she has a secret that makes it so delicious and she has agreed to show me what it is. She makes a simple lasagne its just mince, sauces and pasta oh and cheese on top. Cant wait to have a go at it myself when I go back to London.

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EspadaYdaga Inbred Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: Genosha Posts: 12,918	i think she adds her vaginal secretions

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forevrared Reserve Team Player Join Date: Oct 2009 Posts: 3,588	The secret will probably ruin your life. You'll find out she's used some obscure brand of jarred tomato sauce for decades and your whole childhood will have been a lie.

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Top Admin Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: Denmark Posts: 8,333	Burrow, any pictures of how it looked on the inside?

7th January 2012, 16:01	#951 (permalink)
Burrow would like you all to call him "Glorious Leader" Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: Beautiful Norway Posts: 13,079	I wish, I made it for my mother to bring to her work for their Christmas dinner. Might make a miniature version of it for her birthday in a month though, so will make sure to have this thread in mind if I go for the heart attack-cake

9th January 2012, 03:10	#952 (permalink)
Shane B Chef and honorary fat bloke in the Warrington Gimp Collective Join Date: Mar 2004 Location: Quietly going about my business. Posts: 18,115	Shane, was there any real need for the bacon on top of the mash? A bit decadent that mate.[/QUOTE] Absolutely.. I love my bacon bits in my mash... I leathered the whole lot in gravy after I'd had a photo with it...

11th January 2012, 02:11	#953 (permalink)
forevrared Reserve Team Player Join Date: Oct 2009 Posts: 3,588	I've decided to go vegetarian for a week, mainly just to see if I can do it and still be satisfied but also curious as to what effect it will have on me. Going for the most basic form of vegetarianism at first and keeping dairy and eggs in. I started my week tonight, so my first meal tonight was a wild mushroom ravioli in a walnut & rosemary white wine cream sauce. Turned out nicely. I had plans to make my own ravioli (which are very good), but didn't make it to the store until I was already starved so took a short-cut and got the pre-made ones. The sauce came out awesome though.

11th January 2012, 18:16	#954 (permalink)
iSparky Waiting on Noodle... Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Baile Átha Cliath Posts: 43,338	Success! My first home made lasagne, mum would be proud

11th January 2012, 18:35	#956 (permalink)
WeasteDevil Redcafe's Greatest Poster Join Date: Jun 2001 Location: Salford in Castellón de la Plana Posts: 101,776	A pig.

11th January 2012, 19:27	#957 (permalink)
iSparky Waiting on Noodle... Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Baile Átha Cliath Posts: 43,338	Jesus! What are you planning on doing with him then? If someone gave me a pig like that I wouldnt have a clue what to do with it

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solvista Shawshank redemption Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: I've given the world this riddle, it's mine ©2010. AdZzUtd® Posts: 14,422	I never buy one of those, just in case I'm tempted to give it one when nobody's looking... Look at the sexy way he's lifting his tail......por exemplo.

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steeeb Reserve Team Player Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Mean Girls Burn Book Posts: 2,584	I've just made some malteasers tiffin with milkbar white chocolate topping. It looks reet nice.