Food Thread: [insert title here]

Ah...Thanksgiving! It's one of my favorite holidays, when I can crack open the good booze and the fun recipes and really stick to tradition.

You know...baked cod and lobster and maybe some eels, and of course wild duck and goose and passenger pigeon, and if we are lucky some venison. For the sides we'll have corn mush and maybe some oat porridge!

Yeah...I am not a traditionalist when it comes to menus, but I like to eat well, so a large bone-in pork loin is on the menu! Yes, there will be a turkey for you boring sticks-in-the-mud, but the stuffing will be cooked on the outside of the bird!

We are shifting the sides a bit though...corn pudding and spinach gratin are the new kids in town, but we have run a couple of tests, and there was much rejoicing!

But no matter what you serve or how you serve it...the point is the pleasure of the company of the people around the table. And if that means 20 people spread across your entire house? Great! Enjoy. And if that means that you are dining alone? Well, according to Plutarch, the Roman general Lucullus insisted on a lavish meal in spite of dining alone, because "Lucullus dines with Lucullus!"

So break out the good china or double up on the paper plates, open that special bottle of whatever (as long as it isn't Bud Light!), and enjoy a quintessential American holiday.

Cheers!

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Oh good! Fresh beef from Paraguay may be on the menu! Obviously a fair amount of the resistance to this plan comes from the American beef industry, so it can be partially discounted as simply looking out for their bottom line. But there are two additional issues. The first is that I don't trust our government to make a single smart decision, so if they are pushing for it, I'm against it. Secondly, I have never been particularly impressed by the food safety culture of south and central America, so the complaint that they may bring in disease along with the beef is something that should not be discarded out of hand.

On the other hand, Paraguay shares a border with Argentina, and they have a vibrant beef industry that produces some great stuff...so I am torn.

But mostly I say, "No." We need to protect our agricultural industry as a component of national security, so that in the worst case we can still feed America. Outsourcing food production is not the way to do that.

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I need some peasant bread for a new stuffing (STUFFING!) recipe, and because I am an obsessive-compulsive knucklehead I'm baking it. And of course I had to do a test run. I tried this guy's master recipe, and it was certainly tasty and easy, but I missed that wonderful tactile connection to bread...the kneading!

Artisan Bread In Five Minutes

Anyway, it's fun and simple, and the only tough part is forming the loaf with the high-hydration dough. But even that is manageable.

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Well, there is one problem with this...I don't have a toaster.

Okay, there are two problems with this; how do you clean the damned thing of melted cheese and other pizza dtritus?

But the biggest issue is; what about eating pizza cold from the box the next morning? Isn't that a tried-and-true method in all homes of discerning palates?

It is in mine! Or reheating in a pan to crisp the bottom if you insist on hot pizza.

Really folks, do better...be better.

[Hat Tip: Misanthropic Humanitarian]

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For whatever reason I have been thinking about a bowl of classic New England Clam Chowder. Granted, it is a great soup, but what set my mind to think obsessively about it is beyond me. I haven't read Moby Dick recently, so maybe it was seeing some great-looking big clams at my local fish store?

Anyway, I'll be making a pot of it soon, and I will absolutely, positively, without a doubt be using fresh clams. Sure, canned are easier, but fresh is the way to go.

New England Clam Chowder

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[Hat Tip: nurse ratched]

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[Hat Tip: JT]

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The oyster imperative remains in effect, and send pork rib roasts with the pork belly attached, carrots that don't taste like stalky chalk (and speaking of vegetables; were all of our snap peas stolen by space aliens?), garlic...lots of garlic! (and basil! My basil did not do well this year!), well-marbled hanger steaks and elk chops to: cbd dot aoshq at gmail dot com.

And don't think that the rest of you are off the hook with maple syrup and French Toast: so why don't you put maple syrup on your steaks and chops and chicken?

And yes, I used to demand fancy bourbon, but let's face it, $1,200 for a bottle of bourbon is just stupid, insulting, and a ghastly affront to most people's palates and wallets. I think the sweet spot is $40-$60 for excellent and interesting bottles, and bumping that to $100 gets you an incremental improvement in quality, but nothing mind-blowing. More than that and I think you are paying for hype and rarity, which may look good in your liquor cabinet, but doesn't translate to more quality in the bottle.

Posted by: CBD at 04:00 PM

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1 Food fight

Posted by: Skip at November 19, 2023 04:01 PM (fwDg9)

2 sous vide

Posted by: ghost of hallelujah at November 19, 2023 04:03 PM (sJHOI)

3 gotta sous vide that shit

Posted by: ghost of hallelujah at November 19, 2023 04:03 PM (sJHOI)

4 hiya

Posted by: JT at November 19, 2023 04:04 PM (T4tVD)

5 I love sous vide

Sous vide loves me

Posted by: ghost of hallelujah at November 19, 2023 04:05 PM (sJHOI)

6 That pork loin looks delish.

Posted by: Tuna at November 19, 2023 04:06 PM (oaGWv)

7 Picanha (sous vide-ing as we speak) w/ chimichurri

Aspragus

baguette

...that's it for dinner

Posted by: ghost of hallelujah at November 19, 2023 04:06 PM (sJHOI)

8 gotta sous vide that shit

Posted by: ghost of hallelujah at November 19, 2023 04:03 PM (sJHOI)

That's how I am making the pork!

Posted by: CharlieBrown'sDildo at November 19, 2023 04:08 PM (M5QzP)

9 Was going to get hamburger today with a possibility of grilling outside, forgot it. So will be fries and chicken nuggets, fast food at home.

Posted by: Skip at November 19, 2023 04:09 PM (fwDg9)

10 Air fryer is great for reheating pizza.

No meat from Paraguay please.

I like New England and Manhattan clam chowda. The best conch chowda I ever had is sold at the Key West airport cafe, The Conch Flyer. Big bowl, lots of tender conch and spicy, $6.95.

Oh look! Martini Time! One olive only please.

Posted by: Hairyback Guy at November 19, 2023 04:10 PM (R/m4+)

11 I don't cook often enough to keep fresh ones around, and I usually prefer fairly bland meals, but I find that adding a sprinkle or two of dried jalapeno dices to most beef dishes adds just that little bit of something that pushes them from good to great.

Posted by: FeatherBlade at November 19, 2023 04:10 PM (4vAwW)

12 I made NE clam chowder just yesterday, after enduring weeks of plaintive bleating from the wife. I have attached the recipes I use, with my favorite being the Emeril one. I use canned clams instead of the others, which saves at least half the work, without noticeably compromising the quality. The real key is to make the base first, then add the potatoes and simmer for 20-30 minutes. Finally, add the clams and cream but do NOT let the mixture come to a boil.

https://tinyurl.com/zp3y7a2f
https://tinyurl.com/3vrjxstf
https://tinyurl.com/392ymtn2

Posted by: Archimedes at November 19, 2023 04:11 PM (I/Qkd)

13 I have a great recipe for clam chowda. Sadly, canned clams have to be used in my area but still, the kids and neighbors just love it.

Posted by: Tonypete at November 19, 2023 04:12 PM (x7plP)

14 For me, top sirloin and baked potato, coming up

Posted by: DB - at November 19, 2023 04:12 PM (geLO8)

15 Surgical appointment Tuesday after T'Day, not supposed to eat 2 days prior. Gonna have to fatten up over the weekend- &
save me some pie for after!!
🙄

Posted by: mindful webworker - hungry like rhe Worf at November 19, 2023 04:12 PM (mlaHT)

16 Just as well Skip; it ain't warm out thar.

Posted by: JT at November 19, 2023 04:13 PM (T4tVD)

17 Argentinians know their meat. As do Brazilians. If you go to any even decent authentic Argentine or Brazilian steakhouse or restaurant, you are almost guaranteed to get a damn good meal. They are Neanderthal carnivores: they eat everything in the animals. I stick only to the meat.

Posted by: Elric Blade at November 19, 2023 04:13 PM (fNYOl)

18 Thanks CBD !

Posted by: JT at November 19, 2023 04:14 PM (T4tVD)

19 Surgical appointment Tuesday after T'Day, not supposed to eat 2 days prior. Gonna have to fatten up over the weekend- &
save me some pie for after!!
🙄
Posted by: mindful webworker - hungry like rhe Worf at November 19, 2023 04:12 PM (mlaHT)

Best of luck with that !

Posted by: JT at November 19, 2023 04:15 PM (T4tVD)

20 Lucullus is definitely my kind of guy.

Posted by: CppThis at November 19, 2023 04:16 PM (PZvjL)

21 We had a dinner party last weekend, and I made French 75 cocktails, which were a hit with everyone. You make up the gin, simple syrup, and fresh squeezed lemon juice beforehand and put in the freezer i a bottle with the glasses (I use a coupe). When you're ready, pour 2 oz into the glasses with a raspberry. Last, top off each glass with 3 oz of champagne or prosecco and garnish with a lemon peel.

Posted by: Archimedes at November 19, 2023 04:17 PM (I/Qkd)

22 Since this is the food thread before Thanksgiving and the next one everybody will be talking leftovers... I wish you all the Happiest of Thanksgivings and may your day be filled with love and laughter.

Posted by: Ben Had at November 19, 2023 04:17 PM (JwGX/)

23 we gave up turkey years ago.....crown roast of pork (dry brined) with dressing, warm shaved brussels, and a warm wild rice salad with celery root and pine nuts.

I suspect a lot of Barolo will be on the menu.

Posted by: jeff at November 19, 2023 04:19 PM (pvt9V)

24 Thank you BenHad and the same to you !

Posted by: JT at November 19, 2023 04:19 PM (T4tVD)

25 Nice looking roast up top

Posted by: San Franpsycho at November 19, 2023 04:20 PM (RIvkX)

26 Getting probing procedure Wednesday so all of Tuesday only allowed liquid, not sure I can go 30 hours not eating but guess I have to.

Posted by: Skip at November 19, 2023 04:21 PM (fwDg9)

27 Picked up my bird ($.79/lb), produce and several other items today for Thursday. $75 and had enough reward points to pay for all of it. Woohoo!

Posted by: olddog in mo at November 19, 2023 04:23 PM (ju2Fy)

28
g'afternoon, 'rons

Posted by: AltonJackson at November 19, 2023 04:23 PM (ENBF0)

29 We agree. Protectionism of the food industry ALWAYS works!

Posted by: Corn Laws at November 19, 2023 04:23 PM (cae+0)

30 I think the clam chowder idea may stem from a donut posted earlier this week somewhere.

Posted by: From about that Time at November 19, 2023 04:24 PM (4780s)

31 You know...baked cod and lobster and maybe some eels, and of course wild duck and goose and passenger pigeon, and if we are lucky some venison. For the sides we'll have corn mush and maybe some oat porridge!

Here's a link from last year, which somehow CBD forgot to mention this year:

https://tinyurl.com/vbrj3596

Posted by: Duncanthrax at November 19, 2023 04:24 PM (a3Q+t)

32 Thanksgiving has always been a special occasion to me. It was usually the first time I would go home from school to see my folks and brother and have a decent meal.

Traditional fare all the way, including bread stuffing inside the bird (we have recently substituted Bob Evans mashed potatoes for homemade). I've had a few bad Thanksgivings but not here to talk about those today.

Posted by: javems at November 19, 2023 04:25 PM (8I4hW)

33 Mindful, I feel for you. I start a surgery prep regimen the morning after Thanksgiving, so had to turn down a couple of good invitations. I'll eat something, but nothing substantial.

It was an epic perch year all through the season on Lake Erie, so one side of the family is all "Fishgiving."

Posted by: Way, Way Downriver at November 19, 2023 04:25 PM (4PZHB)

34 Not to highjack, CBD, but LenNeal needs to know I'm looking at a stainless 10mm Delta Elite with box @ $1275.

Posted by: Eromero at November 19, 2023 04:26 PM (5KDQ+)

35 Read Goldwater. As in You read Goldwater. Imperative voice. Find A Time For Choosing, watch it. Download it. I doubt anyone will need to take notes. Pray for ANYONE on POTUS watch. Happy Thanksgiving!

Posted by: Hokey Pokey at November 19, 2023 04:27 PM (as3uC)

36 I say let Paraguayan beef in, but then, I like free markets. Besides, I bet it don’t compete with TX beef anyway, which is unbeatable.

Posted by: Catch Thirty-Thr33 at November 19, 2023 04:28 PM (cae+0)

37 CBD, as a Manhattan-adjacent denizen, are you supposed to be jonesing for Manhattan Clam Chowder, instead of that Bostonian stuff?

You realize you're opening yourself up for some poignant observations from the esteemed and inimitable bluebell, correct?

Posted by: Duncanthrax at November 19, 2023 04:29 PM (a3Q+t)

38 Traditional thanksgiving coming up. Since it's just my wife and me, a 9.5 lb bird, which will be brined using a Williams-Sonoma mix. The temp's supposed to go down to about 35 deg. Wed. night, which is just perfect for setting the brining cooler outside overnight with minimal added ice.

The rest of it is standard fare, stuffing, mashed potatoes and a vegetable yet to be determined.

Speaking of vegetables, the local supermarket had some kabocha squash on hand. Tried one and damn that's good!

Posted by: Additional Blond Agent, STEM Guy at November 19, 2023 04:29 PM (/HDaX)

39 I had to replace my sous vide after many years of great service. That sous vide got us through snowmageddon 3 winters ago by heating up a bath tub full of water so we could bathe. It also cooked many excellent meals.

Posted by: lin-duh at November 19, 2023 04:29 PM (d2Zdq)

40 @34 Didn't I just hear that Deltas all had a lifetime warranty?

Posted by: Way, Way Downriver at November 19, 2023 04:29 PM (4PZHB)

41 Clam chowder color scheme:
Mass & Maine (NH 14 miles don't count): white
Long Island (and most Ct.); red
Rhode Island (in the middle, appropriately: clear

Posted by: From about that Time at November 19, 2023 04:29 PM (4780s)

42 32 Thanksgiving has always been a special occasion to me. It was usually the first time I would go home from school to see my folks and brother and have a decent meal.

Posted by: javems at November 19, 2023 04:25 PM (8I4hW)
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Are you a boarding school brat like myself?

Posted by: Ciampino - To kill all the cows, you need moo clear weapons... at November 19, 2023 04:30 PM (qfLjt)

43 Happy Thanksgiving all!! CBD your menu sounds delicious!

We are in yet another temp house- this one on a lake in the ozarks. We trucked in provisions yesterday, so I'm going to be cooking turkey breast and spinach- artichoke salmon en croute in a strange kitchen!

Posted by: Moki at November 19, 2023 04:30 PM (eBXGJ)

44 Not to highjack, CBD, but LenNeal needs to know I'm looking at a stainless 10mm Delta Elite with box @ $1275.
Posted by: Eromero at November 19, 2023 04:26 PM

10mm is Duncanthrax approved. Proceed.

Posted by: Duncanthrax at November 19, 2023 04:30 PM (a3Q+t)

45 You realize you're opening yourself up for some poignant observations from the esteemed and inimitable bluebell, correct?
Posted by: Duncanthrax at November 19, 2023 04:29 PM (a3Q+t)

"Poignant observations"

Is that what they're calling a beating followed by a shivving these days?

Posted by: Additional Blond Agent, STEM Guy at November 19, 2023 04:31 PM (/HDaX)

46 lin-duh, I'd have sent you a stock tank heater.

Posted by: Ben Had at November 19, 2023 04:31 PM (JwGX/)

47 For whatever reason I have been thinking about a bowl of classic New England Clam Chowder. Granted, it is a great soup, but what set my mind think obsessively about it is beyond me. I haven't read Moby Dick recently, so maybe it was seeing some great-looking big clams at my local fish store?

I'm sure it had nothing to do with the blasphemous picture the other day of the Boston Cream pastry that was horribly violated with clam chowder.

Posted by: Diogenes at November 19, 2023 04:32 PM (uSHSS)

48 It's just me, the Missus and elder son for Thanksgiving this year. Got a bone-in turkey breast. Not sure about sides yet,aside from mashed taters. Figure panic mode on Wednesday will give me focus.

Posted by: Pug Mahon, 3/12 FA at November 19, 2023 04:32 PM (T/Lqj)

49 https://tinyurl.com/vbrj3596

Posted by: Duncanthrax at November 19, 2023 04:24 PM (a3Q+t)

Ah yes...a camel rib roast for Thanksgiving...why didn't I think of that!

Posted by: CharlieBrown'sDildo at November 19, 2023 04:32 PM (3Gtis)

50 but the stuffing will be cooked on the outside of the bird!

That's called dressing. Jeepers dude. Are you gay?

Posted by: nurse ratched, otter 841 has a BABY! at November 19, 2023 04:34 PM (f6yyg)

51 CBD, as a Manhattan-adjacent denizen, are you supposed to be jonesing for Manhattan Clam Chowder, instead of that Bostonian stuff?

Posted by: Duncanthrax at November 19, 2023 04:29 PM (a3Q+t)

Well, as long as Bluebell isn't around I will admit to preferring New England chowder over Manhattan, but I do enjoy them both!

Posted by: CharlieBrown'sDildo at November 19, 2023 04:34 PM (3Gtis)

52 Archimedes @21:

Awesome cocktail!!!

Posted by: Diogenes at November 19, 2023 04:35 PM (uSHSS)

53 That's called dressing. Jeepers dude. Are you gay?

Posted by: nurse ratched, otter 841 has a BABY! at November 19, 2023 04:34 PM (f6yyg)

No...I shoot .45ACP.

Posted by: CharlieBrown'sDildo at November 19, 2023 04:35 PM (3Gtis)

54 On the beverage front I have taken CBD's advice on the "Manhattan" and concocted several that I found suitable for my taste. The choice of cherries for the garnish is as important as the booze selection.

An acquired taste, but one I have acquired.

Thanks to CBD and the other members of the Horde who chimed in on that thread a couple weeks ago. 🍸

Posted by: Martini Farmer at November 19, 2023 04:37 PM (Q4IgG)

55 I'm sure it had nothing to do with the blasphemous picture the other day of the Boston Cream pastry that was horribly violated with clam chowder.

Posted by: Diogenes at November 19, 2023 04:32 PM (uSHSS)

That was disturbing on so many levels...

Posted by: CharlieBrown'sDildo at November 19, 2023 04:38 PM (3Gtis)

56
has anyone had trouble finding course kosher salt in the stores?

I went to two stores earlier today and no one has it on the shelf

Posted by: AltonJackson at November 19, 2023 04:38 PM (ENBF0)

57 Camel is meh. Tastes like mediocre venison.

Posted by: Elric Blade at November 19, 2023 04:38 PM (fNYOl)

58 It will just be hubby and me for Thanksgiving. Our son and his family will be travelling to Kansas to be with DiL's parents and siblings. This will be the first time in 15 years that our son's in-laws will have all their children and grandchildren gathered. I am so happy for them.

We intend to send a tweet on T-Day of a photo of a couple cans of Vienna sausages, a bag of ramen, and a Hostess fruit pie (cut in half) with the message that "We are having a lovely dinner, hope you all are enjoying yours too!"

Posted by: cfo mom at November 19, 2023 04:38 PM (tCSBH)

59 It was an epic perch year all through the season on Lake Erie, so one side of the family is all "Fishgiving."
Posted by: Way, Way Downriver

Oh man, I'm jelly. Noono would fish the hell out of Erie all year and freeze the perch and walleye to be deep fried at Thanksgiving and Christmas. It truly was the highlight of the food year.

Posted by: Tonypete at November 19, 2023 04:39 PM (x7plP)

60 I picked a bag full of green cherry tomatoes near a month ago when pulling up the plants, and separated those that ripened out on trash day this week.
And I have some sweet Italian sausage in the freezer. Got onion, got garlic.
Won't be an exciting dinner, but will be fresh and tasty.

Posted by: From about that Time at November 19, 2023 04:39 PM (4780s)

61 Not to highjack, CBD, but LenNeal needs to know I'm looking at a stainless 10mm Delta Elite with box @ $1275.
Posted by: Eromero at November 19, 2023 04:26 PM

10mm is Duncanthrax approved. Proceed.
Posted by: Duncanthrax'

No, no, it's fine.

Posted by: LenNeal at November 19, 2023 04:39 PM (/BBNv)

62 Should be able to sous vide leftover pizza.

Posted by: BeckoningChasm at November 19, 2023 04:40 PM (CHHv1)

63 We had a dinner party last weekend, and I made French 75 cocktails, which were a hit with everyone. You make up the gin, simple syrup, and fresh squeezed lemon juice beforehand and put in the freezer i a bottle with the glasses (I use a coupe). When you're ready, pour 2 oz into the glasses with a raspberry. Last, top off each glass with 3 oz of champagne or prosecco and garnish with a lemon peel.
Posted by: Archimedes at November 19, 2023 04:17 PM (I/Qkd)

Sounds delicious! I do like me some French 75's.

May have to make some this week when I have my wimmens come visit.

Thanks Archimedes!

Posted by: Hairyback Guy at November 19, 2023 04:40 PM (R/m4+)

64 has anyone had trouble finding course kosher salt in the stores?

I went to two stores earlier today and no one has it on the shelf
Posted by: AltonJackson

All imports from Israel have been in short supply due to the troubles in the Middle East.

Posted by: Tonypete at November 19, 2023 04:41 PM (x7plP)

65 cfo mom, classic!

Posted by: Ben Had at November 19, 2023 04:41 PM (JwGX/)

66 No...I shoot .45ACP.
Posted by: CharlieBrown'sDildo

That's cute.

Can you hit 700 yards with a 30.06 on your first try?

Posted by: nurse ratched, otter 841 has a BABY! at November 19, 2023 04:42 PM (f6yyg)

67 Per the Colt Forum, the very early Colt Delta Elites were stymied mostly by inconsistent ammunition specifications, chamber measurements, ammunition (Norma) spec'ed for the Bren Ten a much bigger and heavier gun. Us Beta testers did a lot of work and the result is a very nice cartridge.
Go to Colt Forum and look around, you will not be disappointed.
Have at it.

Posted by: LenNeal at November 19, 2023 04:43 PM (/BBNv)

68 We intend to send a tweet on T-Day of a photo of a couple cans of Vienna sausages, a bag of ramen, and a Hostess fruit pie (cut in half) with the message that "We are having a lovely dinner, hope you all are enjoying yours too!"

Posted by: cfo mom at November 19, 2023 04:38 PM (tCSBH)

Nice!

Posted by: CharlieBrown'sDildo at November 19, 2023 04:43 PM (3Gtis)

69 Can you hit 700 yards with a 30.06 on your first try?

Posted by: nurse ratched, otter 841 has a BABY! at November 19, 2023 04:42 PM (f6yyg)

Who held the rifle for you?

Posted by: CharlieBrown'sDildo at November 19, 2023 04:45 PM (3Gtis)

70 Taco soup in the Crockpot. Kitchen smells divine.

Posted by: olddog in mo at November 19, 2023 04:45 PM (ju2Fy)

71 Having T-day dinner at church this year but the menu is a mystery. A friend is putting it on and asked us to help. I know she'll cook ham and turkey but the rest of the guests are bringing the sides.

This is one of those deals were all the hard-of-hearing old ladies 'whisper' to each other "Is that Kathy's dressing? I wouldn't eat that if it was the last. . .. " and so on.

Posted by: Tonypete at November 19, 2023 04:45 PM (x7plP)

72 No...I shoot .45ACP.

Although it has taken a couple of decades to develop into a proper rivalry, I'm still convinced that "10 vs .40" is the new ".38 vs .45" and should have staying power. They're so close to being virtually indistinguishable, it's as much fun as academic power struggles. Yes, I can tell them apart, but probably not once you start mixing in target rounds and +P.

Posted by: Way, Way Downriver at November 19, 2023 04:45 PM (4PZHB)

73 In reality, we are going to roast a chicken with some veggies, make some dressing and gravy, and green bean casserole in honor of an absent friend who was always in charge of that dish until his passing.

Michael Anthony Martin, Salut!

Posted by: cfo mom at November 19, 2023 04:45 PM (tCSBH)

74 The one thing, two things, food wise from Pacific Michicoan are evaporated sea salt, Ixtapa-Zihua-something and Reese's Peanut Butter Cups which I am told are much sweeter than the US version as when they were first introduced Mexicans didn't like the peanut/salty taste so the Reese's Cups in Mexico are sickly sweet compared to the US/Euro/West version.

Posted by: LenNeal at November 19, 2023 04:47 PM (/BBNv)

75 We are having a lovely dinner, hope you all are enjoying yours too!"
Posted by: cfo mom at November 19, 2023 04:38
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That's just mean. I love it.

Posted by: olddog in mo at November 19, 2023 04:48 PM (ju2Fy)

76 Speaking of French 75's:

https://youtu.be/fSkRsciX-gI?t=199

Posted by: Additional Blond Agent, STEM Guy at November 19, 2023 04:50 PM (/HDaX)

77 What, no sparrows tongues???

Posted by: gourmand du jour at November 19, 2023 04:50 PM (MeG8a)

78 The evaporated salt I brought back is quite large in crystal, I got it at the Ixtapa airport for about a dollar.

Posted by: LenNeal at November 19, 2023 04:50 PM (/BBNv)

79 This will likely tarnish, if not ruin, my otherwise blemish-free reputation is certain quarters, but if you're going to use 10mm seriously, a Glock 40 may be the best handgun platform available.

I'm stating this on the Food Thread so it will quickly be forgotten.

Posted by: Duncanthrax at November 19, 2023 04:50 PM (a3Q+t)

80 49
That camel meat article. Quite thorough. But ....
1. Why do people mix metric and US measures? You do know that practice cost us a whole Mars Lander(?).
2. This phrase 'Research also suggests it may contain more e essential amino acids.' is ambiguous. Does it mean more in the number of individual amino acids or more in the quantity of each amino acid? Also more as compared to what?
3. Taste? Is it like beef or like game? Two very different tastes so this is quite confusing. Probably shouldn't have mentioned beef at all.

Posted by: Ciampino - Dromedaries have one hump but they don't share it at November 19, 2023 04:51 PM (qfLjt)

81 I'm stating this on the Food Thread so it will quickly be forgotten.

Posted by: Duncanthrax at November 19, 2023 04:50 PM (a3Q+t)

My HK USP .40SW should be back from Gray Guns in a week or so. If they improve the trigger the way it is rumored they can, it might become my primary carry pistol...

Posted by: CharlieBrown'sDildo at November 19, 2023 04:52 PM (3Gtis)

82 77 What, no sparrows tongues???

Posted by: gourmand du jour at November 19, 2023 04:50 PM (MeG8a)
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You have a problem with African swallows?

Posted by: Ciampino - Dromedaries have one hump but they don't share it! at November 19, 2023 04:53 PM (qfLjt)

83 Oh! On The Beach in Michicoan with my brother I had marlin tacos which were excellent. Served on those dark tortillas while some lonely beach dog nuzzled me for pets probably hiding from the crocodiles.

Posted by: LenNeal at November 19, 2023 04:53 PM (/BBNv)

84 I recently learned that sand hill cranes are delicious.

Posted by: Ben Had at November 19, 2023 04:54 PM (JwGX/)

85 This will likely tarnish, if not ruin, my otherwise blemish-free reputation is certain quarters, but if you're going to use 10mm seriously, a Glock 40 may be the best handgun platform available.

I'm stating this on the Food Thread so it will quickly be forgotten.
Posted by: Duncanthrax'

My 10mm is long gone but it's memory curses you.

Posted by: LenNeal at November 19, 2023 04:54 PM (/BBNv)

86 Can you hit 700 yards with a 30.06 on your first try
Posted by: nurse ratched, otter 841 has a BABY! at November 19, 2023 04:42 PM

To provide CBD with a more sporting challenge, perhaps specify a .45-70?

Posted by: Duncanthrax at November 19, 2023 04:54 PM (a3Q+t)

87 Had planned to have 2 rib eye steaks from cattle raised by our neighbors as our Thanksgiving meal. New neighbors are on their own as well so we've been invited to their house. Turkey, sweet potato casserole provided by them and mashed potatoes, roasted green beans with bacon and tomatoes, pumpkin pie from us. Might bake sweet potato bread as well. No mention of cranberries in any form. Maybe they'll have my husband's favorite of canned cranberry relish that maintains the shape of the can.

Posted by: neverenoughcaffeine at November 19, 2023 04:55 PM (2NHgQ)

88 I left a prayer request at end of previous thread. Thanks.

Posted by: FenelonSpoke at November 19, 2023 04:56 PM (7nVJb)

89 I recently learned that sand hill cranes are delicious.
Posted by: Ben Had
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Piping plover's are quite good also. Squabish.

Posted by: From about that Time at November 19, 2023 04:56 PM (4780s)

90 55 I'm sure it had nothing to do with the blasphemous picture the other day of the Boston Cream pastry that was horribly violated with clam chowder.

Posted by: Diogenes at November 19, 2023 04:32 PM (uSHSS)

That was disturbing on so many levels...

Posted by: CharlieBrown'sDildo at November 19, 2023 04:38 PM (3Gtis)
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True. I love both but not together.
I willed that white stuff to be white custard since the chowder jar was still full thus unused.

Posted by: Clyde - Dromedaries have one hump but they don't share it! at November 19, 2023 04:57 PM (qfLjt)

91 I recently learned that sand hill cranes are delicious.

I really like the taste of passenger pigeons. I may have overdone it, though.

Posted by: Archimedes at November 19, 2023 04:57 PM (I/Qkd)

92 Tonight! Sparrows tongue pudding followed by Civet of Hare (or hasenpfeffer if you prefer) Crab with Boiled Onions, Quarter of Stag, Loin of Veal covered in German sauce with pomegranate.

That's the first course.

Posted by: gourmand du jour at November 19, 2023 04:57 PM (MeG8a)

93 Several years back I had the honor and distinction of being the only one to think of mixing a couple of gallon jugs of French 75's to take to the dedication of my local museum's dedication of a newly-restored French 75.

Since it wasn't on the program, a few guests including the historical re-enactor artillery crew got a little "distinguished" after the ceremony. I was never so proud of my town. Zut alors.

Posted by: Way, Way Downriver at November 19, 2023 04:58 PM (4PZHB)

94 What else did I have. Octopus, very good. With some trashy chick who sent it back because it was 'rubbery'. She was from Vera Cruz and does a kind of... semi-prostitution? where she has an engineering degree but mostly hangs with/on foreign men for good times? I was unclear.
What else. Oh, a very nice sit-down place with house cats, where the owner is a re-immigrant from USA and when you sit down in the morning they serve, automatically, a cup of American Joe.

Posted by: LenNeal at November 19, 2023 04:58 PM (/BBNv)

95 Of course one of my lesser chefs collects the sparrows tongues after which the sparrow is released back into the wild, albeit much quieter.

Posted by: gourmand du jour at November 19, 2023 04:59 PM (MeG8a)

96 My HK USP .40SW should be back from Gray Guns in a week or so. If they improve the trigger the way it is rumored they can, it might become my primary carry pistol...
Posted by: CharlieBrown'sDildo at November 19, 2023 04:52 PM

They have a good reputation. I sense a range report for Weasel in the not-distant future.

Posted by: Duncanthrax at November 19, 2023 05:00 PM (a3Q+t)

97 58
We intend to send a tweet on T-Day of a photo of a couple cans of Vienna sausages, a bag of ramen, and a Hostess fruit pie (cut in half) with the message that "We are having a lovely dinner, hope you all are enjoying yours too!"

Posted by: cfo mom at November 19, 2023 04:38 PM (tCSBH)
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You appear to be upset ......

Posted by: Clyde - Dromedaries have one hump but they don't share it at November 19, 2023 05:00 PM (qfLjt)

98 Maybe they'll have my husband's favorite of canned cranberry relish that maintains the shape of the can.
Posted by: neverenoughcaffeine

Is your husband related to my wife? She insists on serving and eating it that way. To slice it or otherwise alter it apparently affects the taste - according to her.

Posted by: Tonypete at November 19, 2023 05:00 PM (x7plP)

99 The thing that I didn't catch was the lack of seagulls in Michicoan, only to learn on my return there are seagulls but they are brown and look nothing like the stereotype seagulls so I did not recognize them as such!
How embarrassing.

Posted by: LenNeal at November 19, 2023 05:01 PM (/BBNv)

100 They have a good reputation. I sense a range report for Weasel in the not-distant future.

Posted by: Duncanthrax at November 19, 2023 05:00 PM (a3Q+t)

If I can afford to buy ammo...they ain't cheap.

Maybe I'll sell Sous Vide lessons to make some extra money.

Posted by: CharlieBrown'sDildo at November 19, 2023 05:01 PM (3Gtis)

101 Ya know, there is usually a gub threat a little later. Put me down for .40 S&W, and assorted wadcutter, .38 special and .357 mag. cucaracha!

Posted by: Hokey Pokey at November 19, 2023 05:01 PM (as3uC)

102 69 Can you hit 700 yards with a 30.06 on your first try?

Posted by: nurse ratched, otter 841 has a BABY! at November 19, 2023 04:42 PM (f6yyg)

Who held the rifle for you?
Posted by: CharlieBrown'sDildo

Take your underwear off your head, Charlie Brown.

Posted by: nurse ratched, otter 841 has a BABY! at November 19, 2023 05:02 PM (MNOJp)

103 I've made several roaster chickens lately using the recipe in the Mary's Nest cookbook, which works great. But we are rather tired of poultry at the moment and it will be just the two of us for Thanksgiving. So we said to hell with tradition and are making beef stroganoff for The Meal. (I prefer it over jasmine rice instead of noodles.) The tradition can come from the pumpkin pie and apple crumble.

BTW, this is the recipe we submitted to the Deplorable Gourmet. We gave a few as gifts. Had to explain, to the extent possible, the humor in it but were told the recipes are great.

Posted by: JTB at November 19, 2023 05:02 PM (7EjX1)

104 A few years back when the boy's family was in Kansas for Thanksgiving (not the *whole* family) we went to White Castle and got a "Crave Case" and some onion rings & fries and stacked them all up and sent a similar photo, but since they are all Michigan natives the responses were "That looks awesome!" and "I want some!". We were looking for something more pathetic for this year.

Posted by: cfo mom at November 19, 2023 05:02 PM (tCSBH)

105 Take your underwear off your head, Charlie Brown.
Posted by: nurse ratched

They were only on for a brief moment.

Posted by: Tonypete at November 19, 2023 05:02 PM (x7plP)

106 To slice it or otherwise alter it apparently affects the taste

Posted by: Tonypete at November 19, 2023 05:00 PM (x7plP)

I think that's one of those traditions that should remain a part of our culture...forever!

Posted by: CharlieBrown'sDildo at November 19, 2023 05:03 PM (3Gtis)

107 I left a prayer request at end of previous thread. Thanks.
Posted by: FenelonSpoke at November 19, 2023 04:56 PM

Done.

Posted by: Duncanthrax at November 19, 2023 05:03 PM (a3Q+t)

108 Tonypete I'm blame his birth in OH and the fact that his mom was bad cook. He never had homemade cranberry relish til he met me.

Posted by: neverenoughcaffeine at November 19, 2023 05:03 PM (2NHgQ)

109 Second course: A Roe Deer, a Wild Boar, some Herons, an Oxen, 12 chickens, 6 Pigeons, and 6 Rabbits.

Posted by: gourmand du jour at November 19, 2023 05:03 PM (MeG8a)

110 10mm is great.
But, it was like my first wife.

Posted by: LenNeal at November 19, 2023 05:04 PM (/BBNv)

111 Fenspouse says the picture at the top makes the food look really delicious.We had lunch but he is noshing on some crackers, cheese, and nuts because there's not much in the house except for some leftover pasta and ricotta filled meatballs. I've only had ricotta filled meatballs a couple of times. They had them at the local market and they are very good.

Posted by: FenelonSpoke at November 19, 2023 05:04 PM (ynQm9)

112
I really like the taste of passenger pigeons. I may have overdone it, though.
Posted by: Archimedes at November 19, 2023 04:57 PM (I/Qkd)
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Tastes like Bald Eagle

Posted by: Weasel at November 19, 2023 05:04 PM (JwHpX)

113 And if anyone uses "unthawed" in any context, there will be bloodshed!

Posted by: Tonypete at November 19, 2023 05:05 PM (x7plP)

114 (BTW I am quoting from the various banquet menus of king Henry VIII.)

Posted by: gourmand du jour at November 19, 2023 05:05 PM (MeG8a)

115 Red wing blackbirds, Robin's and meadowlark all taste like quail

Posted by: Ben Had at November 19, 2023 05:06 PM (JwGX/)

116 30-45 seconds in the microwave (depending on the size of the slice) and then one round in the toaster oven on medium setting. BAM! Perfectly reheated pizza!

Posted by: pookysgirl grew up on microwave and toaster oven food at November 19, 2023 05:06 PM (dtlDP)

117 Around here, Sand Hill cranes are also known as rib eye of the sky.

Posted by: Martini Farmer at November 19, 2023 05:06 PM (Q4IgG)

118 Take your underwear off your head, Charlie Brown.
Posted by: nurse ratched, otter 841 has a BABY! at November 19, 2023 05:02 PM

I don't get it.

Posted by: Duncanthrax at November 19, 2023 05:07 PM (a3Q+t)

119 And if anyone uses "unthawed" in any context, there will be bloodshed!

Posted by: Tonypete at November 19, 2023 05:05 PM (x7plP)

"Dethawed?"

Posted by: CharlieBrown'sDildo at November 19, 2023 05:07 PM (3Gtis)

120 Costco does a good crown roast. All you have to do is put it in the oven. I don't know if they do it anymore though.

I much prefer it to turkey . Hell, I prefer a bacon cheeseburger to roasted turkey.

Posted by: nurse ratched, otter 841 has a BABY! at November 19, 2023 05:07 PM (MNOJp)

121 I rarely drink but last night I had a Moscow Mule for the first time in my life. So good. Too good.

Posted by: washrivergal at November 19, 2023 05:07 PM (FL9yc)

122 Thanks, Duncan.

Posted by: FenelonSpoke at November 19, 2023 05:08 PM (TRBes)

123 The first dinner in Michicoan was a group dinner of chicken wings which are the social dinner of trash in Mexico. I sent photos to my Mexican Food Snob colleague/brother and he was scathing.
I told him, Why or How am I going to seek 'authentic Mexican' in this shithole?'
And it is a shithole, it's dangerous as fuck.
It was at night so what was I to do.

Posted by: LenNeal at November 19, 2023 05:09 PM (/BBNv)

124 My local Costco sells cooked octopus. I can't say I've tried it, although I have had it at sushi bars. Did you know each of their arms have little brains in them?

Posted by: gourmand du jour at November 19, 2023 05:09 PM (MeG8a)

125 10mm, loaded correctly, is a legitimate 100 yd. cartridge, and approaches low-end .41 Magnum performance.

Posted by: Duncanthrax at November 19, 2023 05:10 PM (a3Q+t)

126 Christmas tree up and decorated! Son#1 came over to help.

I made him biscuits and gravy with roasted potatoes and over easy eggs and sausage patties.

Sierra Nevada Celebration Ale.

Yum!

Posted by: nurse ratched, otter 841 has a BABY! at November 19, 2023 05:10 PM (MNOJp)

127 Just having a Chef's Salad tonight, I am gussying it up with some primo roast beef though.

Now the only decision is how the Gimlets get made.

Decision's, Decisions.

Posted by: Thomas Bender at November 19, 2023 05:10 PM (XV/Pl)

128 Moscow mules are good! I hope you had the traditional copper cups.

Posted by: gourmand du jour at November 19, 2023 05:11 PM (MeG8a)

129 Hell, I prefer a bacon cheeseburger to roasted turkey.

Posted by: nurse ratched, otter 841 has a BABY! at November 19, 2023 05:07 PM (MNOJp)

I'll snack on a bit of the dark meat while I am carving the turkey, especially the stuff near the bottom that has soaked in fat and juice. But it really isn't that exciting.

I think the allure is more the low price combined with the huge size of modern birds. It's pretty damned easy and cheap to feed an army.

Posted by: CharlieBrown'sDildo at November 19, 2023 05:11 PM (3Gtis)

130 Are you a boarding school brat like myself?

Posted by: Ciampino - To kill all the cows, you need moo clear weapons... at November 19, 2023 04:30 PM (qfLjt)

No, home was just a bit out of the way and I usually had trouble rounding up bus fare. I made it home occasionally but not often. Boarding school would probably have been better for me as I lacked discipline, initially anyway.

Posted by: javems at November 19, 2023 05:12 PM (8I4hW)

131 128 Moscow mules are good! I hope you had the traditional copper cups.

Posted by: gourmand du jour at November 19, 2023 05:11 PM (MeG8a)

++++

Yes! How did I not know about this glorious drink?

Posted by: washrivergal at November 19, 2023 05:12 PM (FL9yc)

132 Turkey cooked correctly is delicious. Opinions to the contrary are misguided. If the Turkey is not delicious it was not cooked correctly

Or is in fact the neighbor's cat.

Posted by: Pete Bog at November 19, 2023 05:15 PM (Qn+B5)

133 Decades ago while picking up a boat in Boston to sail south,
at the local restaurant near the marina on the menu...
"New England Clam Chowder $1.95, Manhattan Clam Chowder I.95 south"

Posted by: birddog at November 19, 2023 05:15 PM (1E8/t)

134 10mm, loaded correctly, is a legitimate 100 yd. cartridge, and approaches low-end .41 Magnum performance.
Posted by: Duncanthrax'

No no, it's a great cartridge!
...NOW.
I state, and re-state, go to Colt Forum and Cast Boolits and read all the horror stories that made it what it is. We, who did the Jeff Cooper work, made it into a terrific cartridge.
You may now enjoy. Have at it.

Posted by: LenNeal at November 19, 2023 05:16 PM (/BBNv)

135 For Thanksgiving I'll probably just have a sandwich

Posted by: DB - at November 19, 2023 05:17 PM (geLO8)

136 I reheat pizza in our iron skillet.

Posted by: AshevilleRobert at November 19, 2023 05:17 PM (kDpmn)

137 119 And if anyone uses "unthawed" in any context, there will be bloodshed!

Posted by: Tonypete at November 19, 2023 05:05 PM (x7plP)

"Dethawed?"

Posted by: CharlieBrown'sDildo at November 19, 2023 05:07 PM (3Gtis)
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How about 'unfriendly' then?

Posted by: Ciampino - Dromedaries have one hump but they don't share it at November 19, 2023 05:17 PM (qfLjt)

138 and the food thread morphs into a gun thread

you guys just can't sit still

Posted by: DB - at November 19, 2023 05:17 PM (geLO8)

139 119 And if anyone uses "unthawed" in any context, there will be bloodshed!

Posted by: Tonypete at November 19, 2023 05:05 PM (x7plP)

"Dethawed?"

Posted by: CharlieBrown'sDildo at November 19, 2023 05:07 PM (3Gtis)
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How about 'unfriendly' then?
Posted by: Ciampino - Dromedaries have one hump but they don't share it at November 19, 2023 05:17 PM (qfLjt)
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Defrozen ok?

Posted by: Weasel at November 19, 2023 05:18 PM (JwHpX)

140 Yes, there will be a turkey for you boring sticks-in-the-mud, but the stuffing will be cooked on the outside of the bird!

Weirdly, my turkey phobic family is asking for a Thanksgiving turkey this year.

Buuuuuuut, I'm making a Beef Wellington so that 's what they're getting.

Ackshewallee, I'll do a spatchcocked turkey for the secondary meat of the feast cuz I found an interesting recipe.

I hate wet mushy stuffing/dressing...Yuck! It seems like something a foie gras goose might squirt out it's backend.

So, I'm glad the lovely and considerate Mrs naturalfake follows my Mom's recipe where the dressing is baked in a pan and comes out with a delightful crunchy topping.

The only difficulty as I see it is the two batches of gravy, which I need to make for the mains. Maybe I'll draft a kiddo into Gravy Duty.

Posted by: naturalfake at November 19, 2023 05:18 PM (QzZeQ)

141 Isn't there an American spice company that y'all have discussed before? Seems like a co called Spiceworld was good but went communist or something. Then a relative of the founder created their own company that wasn't so objectionable.

Posted by: Brunnhilde at November 19, 2023 05:18 PM (q8DKO)

142 Turkey cooked correctly is delicious. Opinions to the contrary are misguided. If the Turkey is not delicious it was not cooked correctly
Posted by: Pete Bog at November 19, 2023 05:15 PM

Word.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=K0ZsMG48C7Y

Posted by: The Bumpus' Canine Companions at November 19, 2023 05:19 PM (a3Q+t)

143 For Thanksgiving I'll probably just have a sandwich
Posted by: DB - at November 19, 2023 05:17 PM (geLO

I'll probably have a fight or 2 with leftie relatives
But I will also sink my teeth into them

Posted by: Nevergiveup at November 19, 2023 05:19 PM (PQ4m2)

144 I do miss when Ben Had dined with Ben Had. I haven't had grilled duck breasts with blackberry sage sauce and wild rice in 3 years now

Posted by: Ben Had at November 19, 2023 05:20 PM (JwGX/)

145 There is an excellent turkey on the grill recipe in TDG.

Posted by: Weasel at November 19, 2023 05:20 PM (JwHpX)

146 "I say let Paraguayan beef in, but then, I like free markets. Besides, I bet it don’t compete with TX beef anyway, which is unbeatable."

Doesn't mattter if it can compete quality-wise with TX beef.

This is going to be the sheep deals of the 50's all over again. In that case the Fed gave preference to Aus lamb, which tastes like game because they graze it on sagebrush, and in the process completely gutted the American lamb farmer.

Posted by: FeatherBlade at November 19, 2023 05:21 PM (4vAwW)

147 After crappy 'Mexican Food' in a shithole designed not to sell to locals but foreign nationals working at a container port I caved and got McDonald's at CDMX.
It was exquisite and I had multiple people in the International Departures all the way over into 36 demand to know how I got McDonalds when they were stuck with Subway.
Haha

Posted by: LenNeal at November 19, 2023 05:21 PM (/BBNv)

148 There is no such thing as delicious roasted turkey.

Turkey soup, turkey sammiches, turkey and dumplings.... yes.

Roast turkey? Whatever.

Posted by: nurse ratched, otter 841 has a BABY! at November 19, 2023 05:22 PM (ljnbz)

149 a foie gras goose might squirt out it's backend.

Wafer theen!

Posted by: Commissar of Plenty and Lysenko stuff in solidarity with the struggle to maintain Moron standards at November 19, 2023 05:22 PM (HxGBk)

150 Last night, I took Gordon Ramsay's Shepherd's Pie recipe out for it's maiden voyage.

And it was great! I thoroughly recommend that you try it. Has some little modifications that make all the difference.

The only change I made was in using 50% lamb and 50% beef. My lambophobic family went along with that just fine. SEcods were asked for and granted!!!

Posted by: naturalfake at November 19, 2023 05:23 PM (QzZeQ)

151 We're doing a Beef Wellington this year. I have had a lifetime of turkey.

Posted by: Mark probably needs a nickname at November 19, 2023 05:23 PM (EHCjp)

152 There is no such thing as delicious roasted turkey.

Turkey soup, turkey sammiches, turkey and dumplings.... yes.

Roast turkey? Whatever.
Posted by: nurse ratched, otter 841 has a BABY! at November 19, 2023 05:22 PM (ljnbz)
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Is too.

Posted by: Weasel at November 19, 2023 05:23 PM (JwHpX)

153 you guys just can't sit still
Posted by: DB - at November 19, 2023 05:17 PM

Given boobs haven't been mentioned once, I'd say the guys are on good, indeed splendid, behaviour.

Posted by: Duncanthrax at November 19, 2023 05:23 PM (a3Q+t)

154 Isn't there an American spice company that y'all have discussed before? Seems like a co called Spiceworld was good but went communist or something.
Posted by: Brunnhilde

I think it was 'Penzy's' that went Commie. The sister, iirc, started The Spice House. She's a normie.

Posted by: Tonypete at November 19, 2023 05:24 PM (x7plP)

155 Given boobs haven't been mentioned once, I'd say the guys are on good, indeed splendid, behaviour.
Posted by: Duncanthrax'

Oh, man...

Posted by: LenNeal at November 19, 2023 05:24 PM (/BBNv)

156 Ooooooo. My son brought over some of his home smoked pork belly. I may use that instead of bacon for my roasted brussel sprouts with honey and Siracha. Ooooooo. Possibilities.

Posted by: nurse ratched, otter 841 has a BABY! at November 19, 2023 05:25 PM (ljnbz)

157 I ordered turkey breast and side dishes and gravy from local upscale market because I don’t feel like cooking and going out would have been more expensive. Since it’s only the three of us that’s o.k

Posted by: FenelonSpoke at November 19, 2023 05:25 PM (xFDKt)

158 I took the last of my pot roast, chopped up the meat, then dumped it all into a pan with some water. Added some dehydrated tomatoes and dehydrated black beans. Made a nice soup!

Posted by: Notsothoreau at November 19, 2023 05:26 PM (t0dV9)

159 Weasel!

Roast turkey can't be done in two minutes!

Posted by: nurse ratched, otter 841 has a BABY! at November 19, 2023 05:26 PM (ljnbz)

160 >>Ackshewallee, I'll do a spatchcocked turkey

That sounds, well, sexual.

Posted by: Maj. Healey at November 19, 2023 05:26 PM (l10hq)

161 Isn't there an American spice company that y'all have discussed before? Seems like a co called Spiceworld was good but went communist or something. Then a relative of the founder created their own company that wasn't so objectionable.
Posted by: Brunnhilde at November 19, 2023 05:18 PM

The sister & hubby had founded The Spice House before Bill Penzey went off the rails. They and Savory Spice have become my general spice suppliers.

Posted by: Duncanthrax at November 19, 2023 05:27 PM (a3Q+t)

162 I don't know what that thing is in the top photo, but there's a lot of crud on it that needs to be scraped into the sink.

Posted by: Taylor Swift's Bodysuit at November 19, 2023 05:27 PM (PbTeh)

163 Going to my sister's for thanksgiving, as are most of my remaining siblings, one of two daughters, and assorted nieces, nephews and accompaniments.
Don't know what we're having, could not care less.

Posted by: From about that Time at November 19, 2023 05:27 PM (4780s)

164 DH took me shooting yesterday for a birthday present. Paid a guy we know to critique my technique, and he said I have some serious talent. Nice groupings, and lots of lovely noise.

Then they shot their ARs and had a blast, literally.

Now I'm starting work on Thanksgiving for 11, six adults, the rest hungry kids. Turkey, stuffing, gravy, ham with pineapple glaze, fresh made rolls, apple green salad with craisins and pecans, green beans with garlic bacon cheese french fried onions, big old cheese ball with pretzels, apple pie, cherry pie, pumpkin pie, vanilla whipped cream, half a dozen bottles of various wines, prosecco and coffee for after, plus a good snort for those who partake of such things.

Big comfy chairs for the food coma stage. Open belching encouraged.

Posted by: tcn in AK, Hail to the Thief at November 19, 2023 05:27 PM (Wfa6X)

165 >My son brought over some of his home smoked pork belly

I read that as home poked smork smelly

Posted by: DB - at November 19, 2023 05:28 PM (geLO8)

166 We're doing a Beef Wellington this year. I have had a lifetime of turkey.
Posted by: Mark probably needs a nickname at November 19, 2023 05:23 PM (EHCjp)

*fistbump*

I'm excited about our upcoming Beef Wellington Experience. Should be fabuloso.

Posted by: naturalfake at November 19, 2023 05:28 PM (QzZeQ)

167 132 Turkey cooked correctly is delicious. Opinions to the contrary are misguided. If the Turkey is not delicious it was not cooked correctly

Or is in fact the neighbor's cat.

Posted by: Pete Bog at November 19, 2023 05:15 PM (Qn+B5)
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No no, that would be when they try and pass it off as rabbit!

I like the dark turkey meat, also with chicken, so drumstick or thigh for me.

Posted by: Ciampino - the yoyo was originally used in combat during the First Whirled War. at November 19, 2023 05:28 PM (qfLjt)

168 I got off in CDMX and walked around as I had a 6-hour layover so I found the smoking section which I shared with a totally hot little Marine girl (all ports in Mexico are Navy, even airports) and then found the subway where I messaged my brother in Xshithole and he responded CDMX was totally unsafe!
I could not even believe it.
Compared to WHAT? Where if you fall into a ditch you get eaten by a salt water crocodile?

Posted by: LenNeal at November 19, 2023 05:28 PM (/BBNv)

169 Did I mention it was 2 degrees F at the shooting range yesterday? Naturally we picked the coldest Saturday so far...

Posted by: tcn in AK, Hail to the Thief at November 19, 2023 05:28 PM (Wfa6X)

170 It's just my wife and I now. No turkey, stuffing or other stuff. Too much work.

So, we make a pot of chicken and sausage gumbo. Which takes about as long as a traditional turkey dinner instead.

Done 'old school.' Lots of stirring. And drinking.

Posted by: Martini Farmer at November 19, 2023 05:28 PM (Q4IgG)

171
Turkey's okay. I probably eat turkey 100 days a year. It's fairly low calorie, low taste.

If you're a guy who wants a 32" waistline, turkey is for you. If you want a 31" waistline you're Jerry Seinfeld with a magic marker.

Posted by: Divide by Zero at November 19, 2023 05:28 PM (enJYY)

172 I love roast turkey, especially the nice crisp skin.

Posted by: Notsothoreau at November 19, 2023 05:28 PM (t0dV9)

173 RE: pizza toaster.

I'd think that the primary issue would be the pizza ejecting across the room.

Posted by: Captain Obvious, Laird o' the Sea, Radioactive Knight at November 19, 2023 05:28 PM (ScR16)

174 Roslyn Carter is gone. I can't believe Jimmy's very far behind.

Posted by: Eromero at November 19, 2023 05:28 PM (fbkNk)

175 read that as home poked smork smelly

Sounds like a line from Dr. Suess.

Posted by: FenelonSpoke at November 19, 2023 05:29 PM (ynQm9)

176
Roast turkey can't be done in two minutes!
Posted by: nurse ratched, otter 841 has a BABY! at November 19, 2023 05:26 PM (ljnbz)
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The two minute rule does not prohibit cooking things in advance, but rather states from the time you decide you are hungry until the time you begin eating is not to exceed 2 minutes.

Posted by: Weasel at November 19, 2023 05:29 PM (JwHpX)

177 >>Given boobs haven't been mentioned once, I'd say the guys are on good, indeed splendid, behaviour.
Posted by: Duncanthrax'

Get a load of these breasts.

https://tinyurl.com/3y7cbpmp

Posted by: Maj. Healey at November 19, 2023 05:29 PM (l10hq)

178 Ackshewallee, I'll do a spatchcocked turkey

That sounds, well, sexual.
Posted by: Maj. Healey at November 19, 2023 05:26 PM (l10hq)

Once you go spatchcocked, you'll never go half-cocked!

Posted by: naturalfake at November 19, 2023 05:29 PM (QzZeQ)

179 I work Thanksgiving as I do every year dealing with panicked people who haven't done anything.
It's a madhouse and then we have to explain to people a frozen turkey is probably not going to work.

Posted by: LenNeal at November 19, 2023 05:29 PM (/BBNv)

180 We always go to my cousin's house
We bring the mashed potatoes, pecan pie, and right wing conversation

Posted by: Nevergiveup at November 19, 2023 05:30 PM (PQ4m2)

181 read that as home poked smork smelly

Sounds like a line from Dr. Suess.
Posted by: FenelonSpoke

It is from my favorite Dr. Seuss -

"Horton Porks a Shrew"

Posted by: Tonypete at November 19, 2023 05:30 PM (x7plP)

182 133 Decades ago while picking up a boat in Boston to sail south, at the local restaurant near the marina, on the menu...
"New England Clam Chowder $1.95, Manhattan Clam Chowder I.95 south"

Posted by: birddog at November 19, 2023 05:15 PM (1E8/t)
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Funny and very clever.

Posted by: Ciampino - If Kim Jong Un launches nukes it will be a Korea ending move at November 19, 2023 05:30 PM (qfLjt)

183 Seriously off topic and I apologize. I was sitting in the pub when a cop came in looking for me. The wheels have come off my financial bus and people are worried about me so there was a search party. My word.
I went to church and the pub. People were worried I may have harmed myself.
I'm the sun, moon and stars of my dog's I wouldn't do that to her.
This feels really weird.

Posted by: That Northernlurker what lurkd at November 19, 2023 05:31 PM (KBLxW)

184 Also, every year at least three people set their houses on fire dunking a frozen turkey into a deep fryer.

Posted by: LenNeal at November 19, 2023 05:31 PM (/BBNv)

185 PRE-thawed, you philistines.

Posted by: tcn in AK, Hail to the Thief at November 19, 2023 05:31 PM (Wfa6X)

186 Seriously off topic and I apologize. I was sitting in the pub when a cop came in looking for me. The wheels have come off my financial bus and people are worried about me so there was a search party. My word.
I went to church and the pub. People were worried I may have harmed myself.
I'm the sun, moon and stars of my dog's I wouldn't do that to her.
This feels really weird.
Posted by: That Northernlurker what lurkd '

No warrants? That is odd.

Posted by: LenNeal at November 19, 2023 05:32 PM (/BBNv)

187 "This feels really weird.
Posted by: That Northernlurker what lurkd "

Well, hey, that means there are not-Internet people who care about your well-being, so that's a plus.

Posted by: FeatherBlade at November 19, 2023 05:32 PM (4vAwW)

188 >>174 Roslyn Carter is gone. I can't believe Jimmy's very far behind.
Posted by: Eromero

She can lay out a nice bed of hot coals for him.

Posted by: Maj. Healey at November 19, 2023 05:32 PM (l10hq)

189 Decades ago while picking up a boat in Boston to sail south,
at the local restaurant near the marina on the menu...

"New England Clam Chowder $1.95, Manhattan Clam Chowder I.95 south"

Posted by: birddog at November 19, 2023 05:15 PM (1E8/t)

Hah! That is all sorts of awesome.

Posted by: CharlieBrown'sDildo at November 19, 2023 05:32 PM (3Gtis)

190 The two minute rule does not prohibit cooking things in advance, but rather states from the time you decide you are hungry until the time you begin eating is not to exceed 2 minutes.
Posted by: Weasel

*bows*

You are the Master. I am but the student.

Posted by: nurse ratched, otter 841 has a BABY! at November 19, 2023 05:33 PM (ZbASP)

191
If you're not on a first name basis with your local sheriff you're not trying hard enough.

Posted by: Divide by Zero at November 19, 2023 05:33 PM (enJYY)

192 This feels really weird.

Posted by: That Northernlurker what lurkd at November 19, 2023 05:31 PM (KBLxW)

What were you drinking?

Posted by: CharlieBrown'sDildo at November 19, 2023 05:33 PM (3Gtis)

193 "Horton Porks a Shrew"
Posted by: Tonypete at November 19, 2023 05:30 PM (x7plP)

That sounds..... physically impossible.

Posted by: tcn in AK, Hail to the Thief at November 19, 2023 05:33 PM (Wfa6X)

194 Also, every year at least three people set their houses on fire dunking a ~~frozen~~ dethawed turkey into a deep fryer.
Posted by: LenNeal at November 19, 2023 05:31 PM

Suggested improvement, which picks up one of the sub-topics in this thread, and adds alliterativeness.

Posted by: Duncanthrax at November 19, 2023 05:34 PM (a3Q+t)

195 I went to church and the pub. People were worried I may have harmed myself.'

Well, you okay?

Posted by: LenNeal at November 19, 2023 05:34 PM (/BBNv)

196 *bows*

You are the Master. I am but the student.
Posted by: nurse ratched, otter 841 has a BABY! at November 19, 2023 05:33 PM (ZbASP)
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Pssst. Address him as "sensei."

Posted by: Captain Obvious, Laird o' the Sea, Radioactive Knight at November 19, 2023 05:34 PM (ScR16)

197 My coworker gets to handle things on Thanksgiving and I'll deal with Friday. He was whining a little about it. I didn't tell him I've always worked Christmas. Thanksgiving was my husband's holiday because his birthday was the 24th. I'm still not working it.

Posted by: Notsothoreau at November 19, 2023 05:34 PM (t0dV9)

198 >>>Roslyn Carter is gone. I can't believe Jimmy's very far behind.

Posted by: Eromero

>Both Jimmy Carter and Ozzy made a pact with the Devil and they will live for an eternity.

Posted by: Taylor Swift's Bodysuit at November 19, 2023 05:34 PM (PbTeh)

199 Meme: Seen on fridge door:

"Somebody keeps putting vegetables in the beer crisper!"

Posted by: Ciampino - If Kim Jong Un launches nukes it will be a Korea ending move! at November 19, 2023 05:34 PM (qfLjt)

200 "Horton Porks a Shrew"
Posted by: Tonypete at November 19, 2023 05:30 PM (x7plP)

That sounds..... physically impossible.
Posted by: tcn in AK, Hail to the Thief at November 19, 2023 05:33 PM (Wfa6X)
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Well...with enough lube...

Posted by: Captain Obvious, Laird o' the Sea, Radioactive Knight at November 19, 2023 05:35 PM (ScR16)

201 Local Police, to LenNeal:
"What, YOU again?"

Posted by: LenNeal at November 19, 2023 05:35 PM (/BBNv)

202 "Horton Porks a Shrew"
Posted by: Tonypete

That sounds..... physically impossible.
Posted by: tcn in AK

He would not, could not with a fox.
He would not, could not in a box.

Not in the rain,
Not on a train.

Posted by: Tonypete at November 19, 2023 05:35 PM (x7plP)

203 Someone in the church said that in the past she has cooked for 30 people. It's a smaller group this year- only 12. She does a combined traditional American and Jamaican meal because she is from Jamaica. No, it's not Kamala. This woman is much more intelligent than Kamala and, I think, a much nicer person. She said her kids and others are helping her this year. The most I have ever cooked for was eight except at church dinners. That was enough.

Posted by: FenelonSpoke at November 19, 2023 05:35 PM (ynQm9)

204 Also, every year at least three people set their houses on fire dunking a frozen turkey into a deep fryer.
Posted by: LenNeal

And in the middle of the garage.

Posted by: Mr Aspirin Factory, red heifer owner at November 19, 2023 05:35 PM (48DfG)

205 Someone in the church said that in the past she has cooked for 30 people. It's a smaller group this year- only 12. She does a combined traditional American and Jamaican meal because she is from Jamaica. No, it's not Kamala. This woman is much more intelligent than Kamala and, I think, a much nicer person. She said her kids and others are helping her this year. The most I have ever cooked for was eight except at church dinners. That was enough.
Posted by: FenelonSpoke'

Joke about fishes and loaves.

Posted by: LenNeal at November 19, 2023 05:37 PM (/BBNv)

206 195 I went to church and the pub. People were worried I may have harmed myself.'

Well, you okay?
Posted by: LenNeal at November

Well it's a fight but I'm okayish.

Posted by: That Northernlurker what lurkd at November 19, 2023 05:37 PM (KBLxW)

207 roasted brussel sprouts with honey and Siracha.

Posted by: nurse ratched, otter 841 has a BABY! at November 19, 2023 05:25 PM (ljnbz)

Great combination.

But I wouldn't waste the pork belly...just use plain bacon.

Eat the pork belly on its own, in all its porky glory!

Posted by: CharlieBrown'sDildo at November 19, 2023 05:37 PM (3Gtis)

208 Pssst. Address him as "sensei."
Posted by: Captain Obvious, Laird o' the Sea, Radioactive Knight at November 19, 2023 05:34 PM

Sifu has also been used.

But not by me.

Posted by: The Fourth Shot at November 19, 2023 05:37 PM (a3Q+t)

209
You see, the sheriff has a roll of scotch tape. When you have really, really hit the point that things have to change he *will* use that roll of scotch tape to adhere some notice to your window glass. With a severe warning about not removing it. Feel free to remove it.

Posted by: Divide by Zero at November 19, 2023 05:38 PM (enJYY)

210 Reheating leftover pizza in the oven, because I'm not a hobo. The microwave can't re-crisp the crust.

Thanksgiving will be traditional fare. I'm going to try that crispy onion topping for the green bean casserole and use Cream of Bacon soup instead of Shroom.

Posted by: All Hail Eris at November 19, 2023 05:38 PM (LmiMn)

211 The cop offered me a job as a guardian--watching people in cellsm

Posted by: That Northernlurker what lurkd at November 19, 2023 05:39 PM (KBLxW)

212 Also, every year at least three people set their houses on fire dunking a frozen dethawed turkey into a deep fryer.
Posted by: LenNeal at November 19, 2023 05:31 PM

Suggested improvement, which picks up one of the sub-topics in this thread, and adds alliterativeness.
Posted by: Duncanthrax'

The disadvantaged less-warm meagris.

Posted by: LenNeal at November 19, 2023 05:39 PM (/BBNv)

213 My coworker gets to handle things on Thanksgiving and I'll deal with Friday. He was whining a little about it. I didn't tell him I've always worked Christmas.

Posted by: Notsothoreau at November 19, 2023 05:34 PM (t0dV9)

One of the pleasures of being Jewish was that I could swap with friends at work who had to come in on Christmas.

Posted by: CharlieBrown'sDildo at November 19, 2023 05:39 PM (3Gtis)

214 183 The wheels have come off my financial bus and people are worried about me so there was a search party.
Posted by: That Northernlurker what lurkd at November 19, 2023 05:31 PM (KBLxW)
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Prayers that your problems get resolved in your favor.

Posted by: Ciampino - we're here at November 19, 2023 05:41 PM (qfLjt)

215 One of the pleasures of being Jewish was that I could swap with friends at work who had to come in on Christmas.
Posted by: CharlieBrown'sDildo at November 19, 2023 05:39 PM

Being a traditionalist, you had Chinese delivered, though, right?

Posted by: Duncanthrax at November 19, 2023 05:41 PM (a3Q+t)

216 Posted by: The Fourth Shot at November 19, 2023 05:37 PM (a3Q+t)
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True, I have shamed my ancestors.

Posted by: Weasel at November 19, 2023 05:41 PM (JwHpX)

217 I left a prayer request at end of previous thread. Thanks.
Posted by: FenelonSpoke at November 19, 2023 04:56 PM (7nVJb)

Okay

Posted by: JT at November 19, 2023 05:42 PM (T4tVD)

218 One of the pleasures of being Jewish was that I could swap with friends at work who had to come in on Christmas.
Posted by: CharlieBrown'sDildo'

I'm Orthodox Christian so it's January 7th for me, so each year my Jewish now-ex and the Fam went up to Madison to an Indian joint on for Christmas.
This year it's likely Denny's at the truck stop.

Posted by: LenNeal at November 19, 2023 05:42 PM (/BBNv)

219 Just cannot do the green bean thing.

Posted by: Ben Had at November 19, 2023 05:43 PM (JwGX/)

220 Being a traditionalist, you had Chinese delivered, though, right?

Posted by: Duncanthrax at November 19, 2023 05:41 PM (a3Q+t)

Seriously...we had an employee who used to own a restaurant. He made unbelievable tamales, and we would hire him to bring a few hundred in on the 23rd and 24th. So there were always several leftover...I was a happy camper!

Posted by: CharlieBrown'sDildo at November 19, 2023 05:43 PM (3Gtis)

221 True, I have shamed my ancestors.
Posted by: Weasel'

You have rejected the 10mm?

Posted by: LenNeal at November 19, 2023 05:44 PM (/BBNv)

222 Jimmy has been on hospice care like 2 years, he isn't go I ng anywhere.

Posted by: Skip at November 19, 2023 05:45 PM (fwDg9)

223 Just cannot do the green bean thing.

Posted by: Ben Had at November 19, 2023 05:43 PM (JwGX/)

Yeah...it's not the most interesting dish I can think of for Thanksgiving.

Posted by: CharlieBrown'sDildo at November 19, 2023 05:45 PM (3Gtis)

224 Posted by: That Northernlurker what lurkd at November 19, 2023 05:37 PM (KBLxW

Do you have anybody's e-mail or numbetv on this board? If so, please reach out if you're feeling suicidal. Really. If not contact me at FenelonDirection18@gmail,com
And if you haven't done so please let your pastor know what's going on. You are a regular speaker there and much appreciated I'm sure. You are a precious person and I'm sure the congregation would take up and offering for you if they knew.

Posted by: FenelonSpoke at November 19, 2023 05:45 PM (ynQm9)

225 One of the pleasures of being Jewish was that I could swap with friends at work who had to come in on Christmas.
Posted by: CharlieBrown'sDildo

I have worked with quite a few Jewish physicians. It's always lovely how they step up first to work on Christmas.

Posted by: nurse ratched, otter 841 has a BABY! at November 19, 2023 05:45 PM (Xu8xw)

226 I genuinely apologize for interrupting this thread

Posted by: That Northernlurker what lurkd at November 19, 2023 05:46 PM (KBLxW)

227 Just cannot do the green bean thing.

Posted by: Ben Had at November 19, 2023 05:43 PM (JwGX/)

Yeah...it's not the most interesting dish I can think of for Thanksgiving.
Posted by: CharlieBrown'sDildo at November 19, 2023 05:45 PM (3Gtis)
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Try Sylvia's canned green beans. Four thumbs up!

Posted by: Weasel at November 19, 2023 05:46 PM (JwHpX)

228 185 PRE-thawed, you philistines.

Posted by: tcn in AK, Hail to the Thief at November 19, 2023 05:31 PM (Wfa6X)
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Phew! For a moment I thought you said 'PRE-chewed'.

Posted by: Ciampino - If Kim Jong Un launches nukes it will be a Korea ending move. at November 19, 2023 05:47 PM (qfLjt)

229 I genuinely apologize for interrupting this thread

Posted by: That Northernlurker what lurkd at November 19, 2023 05:46 PM (KBLxW)

No worries...but I was serious; What were you drinking? Your regular pub has some strange stuff sometimes.

Posted by: CharlieBrown'sDildo at November 19, 2023 05:47 PM (3Gtis)

230 the 1st problem is the fire.

Posted by: DaveA at November 19, 2023 05:47 PM (FhXTo)

231
I *get* lima beans - having shucked multiple hundreds of thousands of them helping out my grandmother in my youth. But green beans? Worthless. Vile weeds.

Posted by: Divide by Zero at November 19, 2023 05:48 PM (enJYY)

232 Raw green beans are delightful!

Posted by: Weasel at November 19, 2023 05:48 PM (JwHpX)

233 Try Sylvia's canned green beans. Four thumbs up!
Posted by: Weasel

Where'd you get the extra thumbs?

Posted by: nurse ratched, otter 841 has a BABY! at November 19, 2023 05:49 PM (Xu8xw)

234 Do you have anybody's e-mail or numbetv on this board? If so, please reach out if you're feeling suicidal. Really. If not contact me at FenelonDirection18@gmail,com
And if you haven't done so please let your pastor know what's going on. You are a regular speaker there and much appreciated I'm sure. You are a precious person and I'm sure the congregation would take up and offering for you if they knew.
Posted by: FenelonSpoke at November 19, 2023 05:45 PM (ynQm9)

I'm in the process of changing churches. My pub friends are giving a lot of support.

Posted by: That Northernlurker what lurkd at November 19, 2023 05:49 PM (KBLxW)

235 One of the pleasures of being Jewish was that I could swap with friends at work who had to come in on Christmas.
Posted by: CharlieBrown'sDildo

I have worked with quite a few Jewish physicians. It's always lovely how they step up first to work on Christmas.
Posted by: nurse ratched, otter 841 has a BABY! at November 19, 2023 05:45 PM (Xu8xw)
***

Same thing in the military. There was always a Jewish officer around who volunteered to take staff duty on Christmas. Likewise a few Christian officers willing to reciprocate.

Posted by: Diogenes at November 19, 2023 05:49 PM (uSHSS)

236 Just went outside and found another mis-sent door dash delivery. There is nothing on the slip that indicates address, but the order was placed at 7:11a.m. It is now almost 3, so I will have to dispose of it all.

Posted by: washrivergal at November 19, 2023 05:49 PM (FL9yc)

237 It's always lovely how they step up first to work on Christmas.

Posted by: nurse ratched, otter 841 has a BABY! at November 19, 2023 05:45 PM (Xu8xw)

I absolutely love Christmas...for the season, for the change in tone among many people, but it isn't a religious (or otherwise important) holiday for me (obviously), so if someone needs the time...why not? It is a simple way to be nice.

Posted by: CharlieBrown'sDildo at November 19, 2023 05:49 PM (3Gtis)

238 Posted by: nurse ratched, otter 841 has a BABY! at November 19, 2023 05:49 PM (Xu8xw)
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Front paws and back paws.

Posted by: Weasel at November 19, 2023 05:49 PM (JwHpX)

239 No worries...but I was serious; What were you drinking? Your regular pub has some strange stuff sometimes.
Posted by: CharlieBrown'sDildo at November 19, 2023 05:47 PM (3Gtis)

Just an IPA.

Posted by: That Northernlurker what lurkd at November 19, 2023 05:50 PM (KBLxW)

240 Weasel. nope. I don't like my vegetables limper than.... I'll just leave it at that

Posted by: Ben Had at November 19, 2023 05:50 PM (JwGX/)

241 Green beans can be laborious. Got to get those bitter ends off. I just do a quick sauté in olive oil with sea salt.

Posted by: gourmand du jour at November 19, 2023 05:50 PM (MeG8a)

242 Just cannot do the green bean thing.
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I'm doing it ironically.

Posted by: All Hail Eris at November 19, 2023 05:50 PM (LmiMn)

243 Just an IPA.
Posted by: That Northernlurker

I think I have identified the problem!

jk - If you like it, have at it.

Posted by: Tonypete at November 19, 2023 05:51 PM (x7plP)

244 10mm seriously, a Glock 40 may be the best handgun platform available.'

Not forgotten.
We will discuss.

Posted by: LenNeal at November 19, 2023 05:51 PM (/BBNv)

245 Posted by: That Northernlurker what lurkd at November 19, 2023 05:49 PM (KBLxW

I am glad the pub goers are supporting you.

Posted by: FenelonSpoke at November 19, 2023 05:52 PM (ynQm9)

246
I think the Department of Justice has identified IPA consumers as nearly as dangerous as Catholics who attend Latin masses.

Posted by: Divide by Zero at November 19, 2023 05:52 PM (enJYY)

247 228 185 PRE-thawed, you philistines.

Posted by: tcn in AK, Hail to the Thief at November 19, 2023 05:31 PM (Wfa6X)
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Phew! For a moment I thought you said 'PRE-chewed'.

Posted by: Ciampino - If Kim Jong Un launches nukes it will be a Korea ending move. at November 19, 2023 05:47 PM (qfLjt)

Everything I'm given to eat now is pre-chewed. Including pudding.

Posted by: Joseph R. Biden, Jr. at November 19, 2023 05:53 PM (5fDan)

248 I find it weird when people come up to me crying and hugging.

Posted by: That Northernlurker what lurkd at November 19, 2023 05:53 PM (KBLxW)

249 Just an IPA.
Posted by: That Northernlurker what lurkd'

I see the problem.

Posted by: LenNeal at November 19, 2023 05:53 PM (/BBNv)

250 why not? It is a simple way to be nice.
Posted by: CharlieBrown'sDildo

Which is the whole point! Just be nice! How hard is that?

I love Thanksgiving. It is a purely American holiday. My friends who are here from other countries LOVE Thanksgiving. They thinks it's the awesomest holiday ever.

Ever been to a home where mom was born in Communist Poland and dad is from Ireland? Holy shit. It's amazeballs.

Posted by: nurse ratched, otter 841 has a BABY! at November 19, 2023 05:54 PM (Xu8xw)

251 Just cannot do the green bean thing.

Posted by: Ben Had
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Kids like'm here. Trying a new one this year. Fresh beans, San Marzano tomatoes, bacon and onion. I'll let you know how it turns out.

Posted by: olddog in mo at November 19, 2023 05:54 PM (ju2Fy)

252 Breasts???
3 years ago I was at the Kroger in Sylvania ohio, had picked up a Jar of "French Provincial w/mushooms and Wine" sauce intending to brown a couple chicken breasts , douse them with it and cook under a lid for a bit. Served over egg noodles.
Got to the meat counter and the only chicken breasts left were a few tiny/scrawny things...when the lady butcher asked what she could help me with I mentioned the dilemma, she said there was another box in the back she was just getting ready to unpack and put out, if I wanted to continue shopping she'd page me when they were ready.
About 10minutes later over the loudspeaker...
"Would the Gentleman interested in large breasts please meet me by the seafood counter".

By the time I got there there was a crowd forming...

Posted by: birddog at November 19, 2023 05:54 PM (1E8/t)

253 Just an IPA.

Posted by: That Northernlurker what lurkd at November 19, 2023 05:50 PM (KBLxW)

Oh...

I lost my taste for most of them except the smoother Hazy IPAs and a few of the New England IPAs that are not hops monsters.

Posted by: CharlieBrown'sDildo at November 19, 2023 05:55 PM (3Gtis)

254 Posted by: That Northernlurker what lurkd at November 19, 2023 05:53 PM (KBLxW)

The pub people are doing this or this was at the church?

Posted by: FenelonSpoke at November 19, 2023 05:55 PM (ynQm9)

255 Mexicans love Thanksgiving.

Posted by: LenNeal at November 19, 2023 05:56 PM (/BBNv)

256 To be precise it was a pineapple jalapeño IPA, which I love.

Posted by: That Northernlurker what lurkd at November 19, 2023 05:56 PM (KBLxW)

257 The pub people are doing this or this was at the church?
Posted by: FenelonSpoke at November 19, 2023 05:55 PM (ynQm9)

The gang at the pub is helping

Posted by: That Northernlurker what lurkd at November 19, 2023 05:56 PM (KBLxW)

258 Whether one says
"cook a prethawed ______" or
"cook a thawed _______" surely it's the same thing, thus making that whole PRE prefix redundant?

(PET HATES: pre-order, pre-book, etc., as bad as ATM machine)

Posted by: Ciampino - What describes Assad as tyrant? A potent hate. at November 19, 2023 05:56 PM (qfLjt)

259 Many years ago our youngest daughter was into cheerleading. There was some sort of "league" for it too. Her "team" made the nationals one time, held in Reno, NV. Over Thanksgiving.

The drive from Silicon Valley was nail biting enough with snow covering the roads, several inches think at the higher elevations. The Thanksgiving dinner provided by the league was.... uninspiring and sad.

Good thing I had brought a large bottle of Bourbon.

Posted by: Martini Farmer at November 19, 2023 05:57 PM (Q4IgG)

260 The pub people are doing this or this was at the church?
Posted by: FenelonSpoke at November 19, 2023 05:55 PM (ynQm9)

I like New England IPA.

Posted by: That Northernlurker what lurkd at November 19, 2023 05:57 PM (KBLxW)

261 To be precise it was a pineapple jalapeño IPA, which I love.

Posted by: That Northernlurker what lurkd at November 19, 2023 05:56 PM (KBLxW)

Way to bury the lede!

That sounds awful.

Although I would take a Margarita flavored that way!

Posted by: CharlieBrown'sDildo at November 19, 2023 05:57 PM (3Gtis)

262 By the time I got there there was a crowd forming...
Posted by: birddog at November 19, 2023 05:54 PM (1E8/t)

It is a great story which will probably be passed down for years😉

Posted by: FenelonSpoke at November 19, 2023 05:57 PM (ynQm9)

263
pineapple jalapeño IPA

I think we're talking Homeland Security and a trip to Gitmo at this point. Hopefully.

Posted by: Divide by Zero at November 19, 2023 05:58 PM (enJYY)

264 Do you have anybody's e-mail or numbetv on this board? If so, please reach out if you're feeling suicidal. Really. If not contact me at FenelonDirection18@gmail,com
And if you haven't done so please let your pastor know what's going on. You are a regular speaker there and much appreciated I'm sure. You are a precious person and I'm sure the congregation would take up and offering for you if they knew.
Posted by: FenelonSpoke'

Haha! This is precious.
Hey dumbfuck, don't kill yourself.

Posted by: LenNeal at November 19, 2023 05:58 PM (/BBNv)

265 olddog, I 'm doing the meat and gravy and the green bean thing was submitted by the other cooks. I'll just give it a pass. Your recipe sounds much better.

Posted by: Ben Had at November 19, 2023 05:59 PM (JwGX/)

266 (PET HATES: pre-order, pre-book, etc., as bad as ATM machine)

Posted by: Ciampino - What describes Assad as tyrant? A potent hate. at November 19, 2023 05:56 PM (qfLjt)

You know what I love, fat?

Pre-pubescent!

Posted by: Joseph Robinette Biden at November 19, 2023 05:59 PM (3Gtis)

267 Posted by: That Northernlurker what lurkd at November 19, 2023 05:56 PM (KBLxW

I understood that part. You said you don't like when people are crying and hugging you. I was wondering if that was at church or the pub.

Posted by: FenelonSpoke at November 19, 2023 05:59 PM (ynQm9)

268 Guns are bad, m'kay?

(Pre-pre-commenting on the Gun Thread)

Posted by: Whoopi G., The View's center of mass at November 19, 2023 05:59 PM (a3Q+t)

269 Guns are bad, m'kay?'

No they are not, m'kay?

Posted by: LenNeal at November 19, 2023 06:01 PM (/BBNv)

270 I understood that part. You said you don't like when people are crying and hugging you. I was wondering if that was at church or the pub.
Posted by: FenelonSpoke at November 19, 2023 05:59 PM (ynQm9)

At the pub. The hugging and crying makes me weepy and feels awkward.

Posted by: That Northernlurker what lurkd at November 19, 2023 06:01 PM (KBLxW)

271 "Horton Porks a Shrew"
What do you get when you breed an Elephant to a fluffy bunny?
A lifeless, bloody, ring of fur with a 10' hole in the middle.

Posted by: birddog at November 19, 2023 06:02 PM (1E8/t)

272 Posted by: LenNeal at November 19, 2023 05:58 PM (/BBNv

The " df don't kill yourselfmay be more of a masculine response although I would say , Don't kill yourself but we already had one suicide by someone who posted herexand my impression was that it was agonizing for the people who tried to help and. Couldn't.

Posted by: FenelonSpoke at November 19, 2023 06:02 PM (ynQm9)

273 That's enough.

This is a food thread and is intended to be lighthearted.

Posted by: CharlieBrown'sDildo at November 19, 2023 06:03 PM (3Gtis)

274 And asking for help feels weird
Men weren't made to ask for help

Posted by: That Northernlurker what lurkd at November 19, 2023 06:03 PM (KBLxW)

275 Thank you, Ben Had! You too!

Posted by: sock_rat_eez - these lying bastardi e stronzi have been lying for decades at November 19, 2023 06:03 PM (hXr4C)

276 It has finally been raining here in central Texas. With rain comes feral hogs who like to root up wet pastures. So, I decided to bait my hog trap and lo and behold I have caught about half a dozen properly sized hogs(under 100 lbs). So it is off to the processor they go to get turned into delicious pork. My freezer will be full again. And it is all natural!

Posted by: Drc at November 19, 2023 06:04 PM (9TAr4)

277 Posted by: That Northernlurker what lurkd at November 19, 2023 06:01 PM (KBLxW

Well people sometimes tend to get overly emotional when they drink, but it's nice that they care and you can tell them to not do that.

Posted by: FenelonSpoke at November 19, 2023 06:05 PM (ynQm9)

278 Dinner is in the slow cooker. A pork roast, with baby potatoes, cut-up turnip, and a large can of Unico crushed tomatoes. Some "Oriental" stir-fry seasoning from a packet. It will be edible. How good, I don't know. Never added mushed 'maters to such a thing before.

The clam chowder link led to slow-cooker versions of both New England and Manhattan-style clam chowders. I will save those, since I like both very much.

Posted by: Alberta Oil Peon at November 19, 2023 06:05 PM (3LkD4)

279 My meat is resting for a moment

Posted by: DB - at November 19, 2023 06:05 PM (geLO8)

280 That's fine CBD. No more

Posted by: That Northernlurker what lurkd at November 19, 2023 06:05 PM (KBLxW)

281 Jeebus.

Can we argue about boiling food in plastic and how roasted turkey sucks?

Posted by: nurse ratched, otter 841 has a BABY! at November 19, 2023 06:05 PM (/Tiaw)

282 252
By the time I got there there was a crowd forming...

Posted by: birddog at November 19, 2023 05:54 PM (1E8/t)
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Reminds me of my late Wife. It was either near TG or Xmas and she was planning on making a fruit cake. She went to the IGA but couldn't find dates. She buttonholed the manager, whom she knew casually from having attended the same high school many years previously, and said to him "I'm looking for dates." As she realised what that sounded like but before she could clarify, he replied straight-faced, "Ma'am I'm married."
Then they had a good laugh.
She did find the dates.

Posted by: Ciampino - What describes Assad as tyrant? A potent hate? at November 19, 2023 06:06 PM (qfLjt)

283 Phew! For a moment I thought you said 'PRE-chewed'.
Posted by: Ciampino
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Had a friend, he said he couldn't eat pre-masticated food. By that he meant mashed potatoes.

Posted by: From about that Time at November 19, 2023 06:06 PM (4780s)

284 Posted by: That Northernlurker what lurkd at November 19, 2023 06:03 PM (KBLxW

And that IS a problem when they're about to put the gun to their temple or down a bunch of pills

Posted by: FenelonSpoke at November 19, 2023 06:06 PM (ynQm9)

285
At the pub. The hugging and crying makes me weepy and feels awkward.
Posted by: That Northernlurker what lurkd;

Eh put up with it. They don't really know you and are doing their best. In itself, they are then demanding something from you, to validate their help. This fine but not helpful to you at this moment. I recommend playing the jukebox instead of them buying you drinks that makes them feel they are helping you, which they may or may not be, but creates space for you to experience emotion. Play the jukebox.

Posted by: LenNeal at November 19, 2023 06:06 PM (/BBNv)

286 The most I have ever cooked for was eight except at church dinners. That was enough.
Posted by: FenelonSpoke at November 19, 2023 05:35 PM (ynQm9)

Fen, if you’d like to expand your sample size I have an opportunity for you.

Posted by: Pete Bog at November 19, 2023 06:07 PM (vLJne)

287 My meat is resting for a moment
Posted by: DB'

Posted by: LenNeal speaking for The Paolo at November 19, 2023 06:07 PM (/BBNv)

288 Thanks for the info, Tonypete and Duncanthrax!!!

Posted by: Brunnhilde at November 19, 2023 06:08 PM (q8DKO)

289 Didn't know about the previous episode but... playing the jukebox is valid advice in this circumstance.
Been there, done that.

Posted by: LenNeal at November 19, 2023 06:09 PM (/BBNv)

290 Posted by: Pete Bog at November 19, 2023 06:07 PM (vLJne)

Thanks for the offer I find holiday cooking rather tiring mostly because it tends to come around a lot of church services .

Posted by: FenelonSpoke at November 19, 2023 06:10 PM (SGGor)

291 *Cream of Bacon soup.*

For real? I'd try it. Several times. Commercial or homemade?

Posted by: cfo mom at November 19, 2023 06:10 PM (tCSBH)

292 276 It has finally been raining here in central Texas. With rain comes feral hogs who like to root up wet pastures. So, I decided to bait my hog trap and lo and behold I have caught about half a dozen properly sized hogs(under 100 lbs). So it is off to the processor they go to get turned into delicious pork. My freezer will be full again. And it is all natural!

Posted by: Drc at November 19, 2023 06:04 PM (9TAr4)
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Any parasites?

Posted by: Ciampino - By parasites I on't mean democraps at November 19, 2023 06:11 PM (qfLjt)

293
The clam chowder link led to slow-cooker versions of both New England and Manhattan-style clam chowders. I will save those, since I like both very much.

Posted by: Alberta Oil Peon at November 19, 2023 06:05 PM

Manhattan clam chowder? You know there's a very weak chain of command holding back an invasion of Alberta province right now? If Roy Epps says we go in, we go in.

Posted by: Divide by Zero at November 19, 2023 06:11 PM (enJYY)

294 *Cream of Bacon soup.*

Posted by: cfo mom at November 19, 2023 06:10 PM (tCSBH)

Hell...just make it! Cream of potato soup with chunks of crispy bacon.

Posted by: CharlieBrown'sDildo at November 19, 2023 06:12 PM (3Gtis)

295 Pete Bog nix , not ,never.

Posted by: Ben Had at November 19, 2023 06:12 PM (JwGX/)

296 219 Just cannot do the green bean thing.

Posted by: Ben Had at November 19, 2023 05:43 PM (JwGX/)

Try with Cheese Whiz. You need a lot though.

Posted by: javems at November 19, 2023 06:13 PM (8I4hW)

297 For those who don't like turkey, try making a confit with duck fat. It makes it taste very good. Sort of defeats the idea of a cheap meal, but it is worth it.

Posted by: Drc at November 19, 2023 06:13 PM (9TAr4)

298 why not? It is a simple way to be nice.
Posted by: CharlieBrown'sDildo at November 19, 2023 05:49 PM (3Gtis)

Dude, you have a reputation to protect! Think of the waffles.

Posted by: Pete Bog at November 19, 2023 06:13 PM (vLJne)

299 Any parasites?

Posted by: Ciampino - By parasites I on't mean democraps at November 19, 2023 06:11 PM (qfLjt)

Wild pigs should be assumed to have the trichinella parasite.

They'll eat anything, including other pigs!

Posted by: CharlieBrown'sDildo at November 19, 2023 06:14 PM (3Gtis)

300 Dude, you have a reputation to protect! Think of the waffles.

Posted by: Pete Bog at November 19, 2023 06:13 PM (vLJne)

You know the scene in "The Untouchables," when they smash the barrels of booze with axes? That's me in the syrup aisle!

Posted by: CharlieBrown'sDildo at November 19, 2023 06:15 PM (3Gtis)

301 I am getting bored of IPAs. They all tast the same.

Posted by: Skip at November 19, 2023 06:17 PM (fwDg9)

302 I am getting bored of IPAs. They all tast the same.

Posted by: Skip at November 19, 2023 06:17 PM (fwDg9)

Agreed. I mentioned to Northernlurker that there are a few (Hazy IPAs and New England IPAs) that are drinkable, but for the most part they just taste like hops!

Posted by: CharlieBrown'sDildo at November 19, 2023 06:19 PM (3Gtis)

303
I always wanted to stuff a turkey with a little Cornish hen at Thanksgiving. Just for the lolz when I pulled it out and acted shocked.

Posted by: Divide by Zero at November 19, 2023 06:20 PM (enJYY)

304 I don't drink a lot of beer, maybe one a week but I like to buy a case of variety beers, with some IPA and Hefeweizen, maybe a dark beer like a porter and some Marzen. Gordon Biersh variety pack is my favorite.

Posted by: gourmand du jour at November 19, 2023 06:20 PM (MeG8a)

305 You know the scene in "The Untouchables,"
Posted by: CharlieBrown'sDildo at November 19, 2023 06:15 PM (3Gtis)

Is that a Marvel movie? The one where any physical contact results in a lawsuit?

Posted by: Pete Bog at November 19, 2023 06:20 PM (vLJne)

306 I'll lay down a marker here.

I like food.

There, I said it, and I stand by it.

Posted by: Cicero (@cicero43) at November 19, 2023 06:21 PM (hiMh5)

307 Any parasites?
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Almost certainly.
Just cook it properly and everything is ok. USDA publishes guidelines for how to prepare it yo keep it safe. It is a time vs temperature equation.

Posted by: Drc at November 19, 2023 06:23 PM (9TAr4)

308 Seriously off topic and I apologize. I was sitting in the pub when a cop came in looking for me. The wheels have come off my financial bus and people are worried about me so there was a search party. My word.
I went to church and the pub. People were worried I may have harmed myself.
I'm the sun, moon and stars of my dog's I wouldn't do that to her.
This feels really weird.
Posted by: That Northernlurker what lurkd at November 19, 2023 05:31 PM (KBLxW)

We have had a beer together. I think you have my e-mail. If not, we can figure out a way to get in touch. I'm not overflowing with $$$ either, but I could make you a loan of a few hundred if that would help, repay when you can.

Posted by: Alberta Oil Peon at November 19, 2023 06:23 PM (1R4jZ)

309 Posted by: Drc at November 19, 2023 06:23 PM (9TAr4)

And freezing. Don't forget freezing! But as I recall it has to be a commercial freezer...home freezers don't get cold enough.

Posted by: CharlieBrown'sDildo at November 19, 2023 06:24 PM (3Gtis)

310 Had local micro stout a few times, definitely not same and kicked up a bit

Posted by: Skip at November 19, 2023 06:24 PM (fwDg9)

311 About seafood chowders. Husband and I had some outstanding seafood chowder at the Fireside Restaurant at Campobello International Park in New Brunswick. We complimented the server on the dish and she said the secret ingredient was salt pork. I also use it in my minestrone. Worth a shot in clam chowder instead of bacon.

Posted by: Art Rondelet of Malmsey at November 19, 2023 06:25 PM (FEVMW)

312 *hands Cicero a corndog*

Posted by: Ben Had at November 19, 2023 06:26 PM (JwGX/)

313 Divide by Zero - you want Turducken!

Posted by: Tom Servo at November 19, 2023 06:26 PM (S6gqv)

314 Never, ever let the meat rest.

Posted by: Sandra Flook at November 19, 2023 06:27 PM (V8he0)

315 Just went outside and found another mis-sent door dash delivery. There is nothing on the slip that indicates address, but the order was placed at 7:11a.m. It is now almost 3, so I will have to dispose of it all.
Posted by: washrivergal at November 19, 2023 05:49 PM (FL9yc)

There not sending their best and brightest, are they?

Posted by: Alberta Oil Peon at November 19, 2023 06:27 PM (1R4jZ)

316 We complimented the server on the dish and she said the secret ingredient was salt pork.

Posted by: Art Rondelet of Malmsey at November 19, 2023 06:25 PM (FEVMW)

Here is a version of the clam chowder recipe from Moby Dick!

https://is.gd/LNeVUy

Salt pork figures prominently.

Posted by: CharlieBrown'sDildo at November 19, 2023 06:28 PM (3Gtis)

317 If you feed those feral hogs out a little bit you can give them a wormer before processing

Posted by: Ben Had at November 19, 2023 06:29 PM (JwGX/)

318 Many game meats have parasites. Including deer which can carry toxoplasmosis

Posted by: Drc at November 19, 2023 06:29 PM (9TAr4)

319 Well people sometimes tend to get overly emotional when they drink, but it's nice that they care and you can tell them to not do that.
Posted by: FenelonSpoke

Please
Stop.

Posted by: nurse ratched, otter 841 has a BABY! at November 19, 2023 06:30 PM (aJVMf)

320 I like food.

Posted by: Cicero (@cicero43) at November 19, 2023 06:21 PM (hiMh5)

Damned troublemakers.

[Are you the Roman, or do you hail from Illinois?]

Posted by: CharlieBrown'sDildo at November 19, 2023 06:30 PM (3Gtis)

321 Both the pork loin and chowda look delish. My mother made a delicious pork loin surrounded by potato wedges. The melted fat gave the potatoes a wonderful flavor and crispiness.

Posted by: just saying at November 19, 2023 06:30 PM (cEaWD)

322 If you feed those feral hogs out a little bit you can give them a wormer before processing

Posted by: Ben Had at November 19, 2023 06:29 PM (JwGX/)

I did not know that!

Neat!

Posted by: CharlieBrown'sDildo at November 19, 2023 06:31 PM (3Gtis)

323 Dre, those smaller hogs should be great! The large ones can taste quite rank, I hear. I have a friend here who has a big enough smoker to roast one of those pigs whole, and he cuts an opening to the abdomen and lets a gallon of sweet white wine drain inside before he puts it in the smoker for a few hours.

Posted by: Tom Servo at November 19, 2023 06:32 PM (S6gqv)

324
[Are you the Roman, or do you hail from Illinois?]

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Think about the 43.

Posted by: Cicero (@cicero43) at November 19, 2023 06:32 PM (hiMh5)

325 The melted fat gave the potatoes a wonderful flavor and crispiness.

Posted by: just saying at November 19, 2023 06:30 PM (cEaWD)

Isn't it amazing how most of the best foods have fat in them?

Posted by: CharlieBrown'sDildo at November 19, 2023 06:33 PM (3Gtis)

326 Saw on a Google news in Pa %20 of county's have feral hog issues.

Posted by: Skip at November 19, 2023 06:33 PM (fwDg9)

327 If you feed those feral hogs out a little bit you can give them a wormer before processing
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I'm not sure that will kill the cysts.
My processor actually has a Usda inspector on site, so I can have it tested. Around here, it isn't that high a percentage that have it and I will just cook it to the required temperature to be safe anyway. Not sure I want to gamble with trich.

Posted by: Drc at November 19, 2023 06:33 PM (9TAr4)

328 Food thread!

Carrots in chili! Whee!!!

Posted by: Bulgaroctonus at November 19, 2023 06:34 PM (JrojV)

329 Think about the 43.

Posted by: Cicero (@cicero43) at November 19, 2023 06:32 PM (hiMh5)

Heh...got it.

Posted by: CharlieBrown'sDildo at November 19, 2023 06:34 PM (3Gtis)

330 317 If you feed those feral hogs out a little bit you can give them a wormer before processing

Posted by: Ben Had at November 19, 2023 06:29 PM (JwGX/)
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Ivermectin?

Posted by: Ciampino - By parasites I don't mean democrats at November 19, 2023 06:35 PM (qfLjt)

331 Neat!
Posted by: CharlieBrown'sDildo

Neat is not the word to describe it. But there are gentle feelings here. The outcome is predictable and prodigious.

Posted by: Pete Bog at November 19, 2023 06:35 PM (vLJne)

332 Rosalyn Carter is mort.

Posted by: Bulgaroctonus at November 19, 2023 06:35 PM (JrojV)

333 I've avoided Illinois for my entire life, with a good degree of success.

Posted by: Cicero (@cicero43) at November 19, 2023 06:35 PM (hiMh5)

334 WINTER SALAD ... In case there aren't enough Turkey Day sides to stretch across the upcoming 4-day weekend, I've picked up ingredients to make a new salad ... Roasted butternut squash, roasted beets, spicy arugula (or spring mix greens), crunchy pecans, feta cheese, pomegranate seeds, and a sweet orange vinaigrette ... Not sure whether the family will like the flavors, but it definitely has eye appeal ... https://tinyurl.com/mt2fj7s4

Posted by: Kathy at November 19, 2023 06:35 PM (XUe78)

335 OT: Javier Milei has been elected President of Argentina. His Peronist opponent conceded.

Posted by: Alberta Oil Peon at November 19, 2023 06:35 PM (1R4jZ)

336 Dre, those smaller hogs should be great! The large ones can taste quite rank, I hear. I have a friend here who has a big enough smoker to roast one of those pigs whole, and he cuts an opening to the abdomen and lets a gallon of sweet white wine drain inside before he puts it in the smoker for a few hours.
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You are correct. That is why my cutoff is around 100 lbs. the big ones don't taste very good in my opinion. Especially the boars

Posted by: Drc at November 19, 2023 06:35 PM (9TAr4)

337 Posted by: nurse ratched, otter 841 has a BABY! at November 19, 2023 06:30 PM (aJVMf)

I have or didn't you notice that?. I'll be damned if I'm gonna sit back if yet another person on herekills themself while I just shut u because it's the wrong thread..

Posted by: FenelonSpoke at November 19, 2023 06:36 PM (RSbhh)

338 Clam chowder in donuts! Whee!!!

Posted by: Bulgaroctonus at November 19, 2023 06:36 PM (JrojV)

339 CBD, would you mind sharing your corn pudding recipe? I have 2 that I like but always looking for more ... it's my nephew's favorite holiday dish (mine too!)

Posted by: screaming in digital at November 19, 2023 06:36 PM (aBJcM)

340 Ciampino, I normally just take a hind quarter or a shoulder and go on and not worry about it.

Posted by: Ben Had at November 19, 2023 06:38 PM (JwGX/)

341 Here is a version of the clam chowder recipe from Moby Dick!

https://is.gd/LNeVUy

Salt pork figures prominently.
Posted by: CharlieBrown'sDildo at November 19, 2023 06:28 PM

Oddly enough, the only place I've ever found tiny mahogany clams, about dime sized when cooked, was when I was at Drum. I live on the effin' coast, and I can't find clams I got 300 miles inland. WTF?

Posted by: RedMindBlueState at November 19, 2023 06:38 PM (aQy7p)

342 OT: Javier Milei has been elected President of Argentina. His Peronist opponent conceded.
Posted by: Alberta Oil Peon at November 19, 2023 06:35 PM (1R4jZ)

Is that a goody or a baddie?

Posted by: Hairyback Guy at November 19, 2023 06:38 PM (R/m4+)

343
Saw on a Google news in Pa %20 of county's have feral hog issues.

Posted by: Skip at November 19, 2023 06:33 PM

Which wouldn't be a problem if they hadn't all cast ballots for Biden.

Posted by: Divide by Zero at November 19, 2023 06:39 PM (enJYY)

344 I'm making baked potatoes tonight to go with a couple of steaks. My usual m.o. is to wash, puncture with a fork, coat with olive oil, sprinkle with kosher salt, and bake for an hour at 425.

If anyone has a recipe with more pizzazz to it, I'd like to hear it.

Posted by: Cicero (@cicero43) at November 19, 2023 06:39 PM (hiMh5)

345 Today is Brining Day. Wife has declared this Thanksgiving to be mostly pies.

Posted by: Jaimaca at November 19, 2023 06:40 PM (Eeb9P)

346 Is that a goody or a baddie?
Posted by: Hairyback Guy at November 19, 2023 06:38 PM (R/m4+)

He sounds very Trumpy.

Posted by: Alberta Oil Peon at November 19, 2023 06:40 PM (1R4jZ)

347 CBD, would you mind sharing your corn pudding recipe? I have 2 that I like but always looking for more ... it's my nephew's favorite holiday dish (mine too!)

Posted by: screaming in digital at November 19, 2023 06:36 PM (aBJcM)

I have five recipes sitting on my desk. I have made two and they were both excellent. I am going to read them carefully and decide which parts of each I like best.

I'll report back after Thanksgiving.

Posted by: CharlieBrown'sDildo at November 19, 2023 06:41 PM (3Gtis)

348 He sounds very Trumpy.
Posted by: Alberta Oil Peon at November 19, 2023 06:40 PM (1R4jZ)

Good.

Thanks Alberta Oil Peon!

Posted by: Hairyback Guy at November 19, 2023 06:41 PM (R/m4+)

349 Cicero, they make duck fat in an aerosol. Much better than olive oil.

Posted by: Ben Had at November 19, 2023 06:42 PM (JwGX/)

350 The new Argentine President sports the Gasden Flag.

Woot!

Posted by: Bulgaroctonus at November 19, 2023 06:42 PM (JrojV)

351 Somebody ran over a 75 pound hog 50 yards from my gate a week ago. Swolled ip when I saw it, buzzards got tbe best parts.

Posted by: Eromero at November 19, 2023 06:42 PM (NxC5+)

352
Be certain to set your bathroom scale to kilograms before Thanksgiving.

Posted by: Public Service Announcement at November 19, 2023 06:42 PM (enJYY)

353 This is about volunteers going into rescue pets left behind when Hamas attacked:

https://youtu.be/fYIcTY7n7MM?si=LMaTO9V2v0pyLCnm

Posted by: Notsothoreau at November 19, 2023 06:43 PM (t0dV9)

354 The new Argentine President sports the Gasden Flag.

Woot!
Posted by: Bulgaroctonus at November 19, 2023 06:42 PM (JrojV)

A Gasden is like a smoking lounge for folks who fart a lot.

Posted by: Alberta Oil Peon at November 19, 2023 06:43 PM (1R4jZ)

355 I'll report back after Thanksgiving.
Posted by: CharlieBrown'sDildo
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cool... because I'll probably volunteer to make that for Christmas too.

It's nice not to be 1600 miles from family, but that means they expect me to cook something for holiday dinners!

Posted by: screaming in digital at November 19, 2023 06:44 PM (aBJcM)

356 Watched a video on YouTube guy was smoking feral hogs. Did mention many won't as they are infested with parasites

Posted by: Skip at November 19, 2023 06:44 PM (fwDg9)

357 AOP, hahahaha

Posted by: Ben Had at November 19, 2023 06:46 PM (JwGX/)

358 Watched a video on YouTube guy was smoking feral hogs. Did mention many won't as they are infested with parasites
Posted by: Skip at November 19, 2023 06:44 PM (fwDg9)

Will the parasites survive a trip through the meat grinder to make sausage meat?

Posted by: Alberta Oil Peon at November 19, 2023 06:46 PM (1R4jZ)

359 AOP, hahahaha
Posted by: Ben Had at November 19, 2023 06:46 PM (JwGX/)

So many people make that spelling misteak.

Posted by: Alberta Oil Peon at November 19, 2023 06:47 PM (1R4jZ)

360 AOP, true but your retort was classic.

Posted by: Ben Had at November 19, 2023 06:49 PM (JwGX/)

361 Ben Had, I'll look for the aerosal duck fat next time I'm in the grocery store. Wasn't aware that it existed.

You're not dicking with me, right?

Posted by: Cicero (@cicero43) at November 19, 2023 06:50 PM (hiMh5)

362 CBD, Happy Thanksgiving and as always thank you for the thread.

Posted by: Ben Had at November 19, 2023 06:50 PM (JwGX/)

363 Damn things will eat anything, who knows what disease they could have.

Posted by: Skip at November 19, 2023 06:50 PM (fwDg9)

364 Will the parasites survive a trip through the meat grinder to make sausage meat?

Posted by: Alberta Oil Peon at November 19, 2023 06:46 PM (1R4jZ)

Yes.

And apparently the medications used are not fantastic at killing the cysts in the muscles...they work against the adult larvae in the bloodstream and intestines.

Posted by: CharlieBrown'sDildo at November 19, 2023 06:51 PM (3Gtis)

365 Cicero. Not at all . I use it all the time. Great on fries too.

Posted by: Ben Had at November 19, 2023 06:51 PM (JwGX/)

366 Cicero, they make duck fat in an aerosol. Much better than olive oil.
Posted by: Ben Had at November 19, 2023 06:42 PM

Mmmmm....duck fat.

Duck fat, people. Not any other type of fat. Duck. Fat.

Posted by: RedMindBlueState at November 19, 2023 06:51 PM (aQy7p)

367 >>>@344 I'm making baked potatoes tonight to go with a couple of steaks. My usual m.o. is to wash, puncture with a fork, coat with olive oil, sprinkle with kosher salt, and bake for an hour at 425. If anyone has a recipe with more pizzazz to it, I'd like to hear it. Posted by: Cicero (@cicero43) at November 19, 2023 06:39 PM (hiMh5)
====================
Greetings, Cicero ... You could change it up a bit by making my Uncle Bob's Baked Potatoes ... All the ingredients are the same as yours ... What's different is that you slice the potatoes in half and make criss-cross scores on the inside surfaces ... Drizzle oil on the bottom of a lipped baking pan, maybe even add a little butter and sprinkle with salt/pepper, bake at same temperature but for half the time ... Scored surfaces will be crispy and delish.

Posted by: Kathy at November 19, 2023 06:51 PM (XUe78)

368 CBD, Happy Thanksgiving and as always thank you for the thread.

Posted by: Ben Had at November 19, 2023 06:50 PM (JwGX/)

My pleasure young lady!

Posted by: CharlieBrown'sDildo at November 19, 2023 06:52 PM (3Gtis)

369 Yes.

And apparently the medications used are not fantastic at killing the cysts in the muscles...they work against the adult larvae in the bloodstream and intestines.
Posted by: CharlieBrown'sDildo at November 19, 2023 06:51 PM (3Gtis)

Good to know. I have no problem with cooking pork well, in any case.

Posted by: Alberta Oil Peon at November 19, 2023 06:53 PM (1R4jZ)

370 You're not dicking with me, right?

Posted by: Cicero (@cicero43) at November 19, 2023 06:50 PM (hiMh5)

Ben Had does not joke around when it comes to duck fat. There is indeed aerosol duck fat in cans...and it is great!

Posted by: CharlieBrown'sDildo at November 19, 2023 06:53 PM (3Gtis)

371 I have or didn't you notice that?. I'll be damned if I'm gonna sit back if yet another person on herekills themself while I just shut u because it's the wrong thread..
Posted by: FenelonSpoke at November 19

I recognize the good you think you are trying to do.

Please start your own blog.

Northerlurker, you are in my prayers.

Posted by: nurse ratched, otter 841 has a BABY! at November 19, 2023 06:53 PM (gYkRR)

372 And. Fuck the Rams

Posted by: nurse ratched, otter 841 has a BABY! at November 19, 2023 06:54 PM (gYkRR)

373 CBD, thanks for being kind to a guest who showed up late to your food thread and asked for a favor!

Posted by: screaming in digital at November 19, 2023 06:54 PM (aBJcM)

374 Okay folks...it is time to set up the bar.

Thank you all for reading and commenting...even nurse ratched!

And remember...no more than two minutes for any food consumed during the Gun Thread!

Posted by: CharlieBrown'sDildo at November 19, 2023 06:54 PM (3Gtis)

375 311
Worth a shot in clam chowder instead of bacon.
Posted by: Art Rondelet
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My grandmother's (b1886) recipe for clam chowder calls for a big chunk of salt pork.
Literally. "cook with big chunk salt pork".

Posted by: From about that Time at November 19, 2023 06:54 PM (4780s)

376 Holy crap I completely missed that story - the Argentine radical won? That's incredibly good news!

Posted by: Tom Servo at November 19, 2023 06:55 PM (S6gqv)

377 Hadn't thought about it in years, but --
in olden times (my dad's whole life for instance) people had it drilled into them to make sure all pork was almost well-done, because of trichinosis. Then, improved farm conditions, antibiotics, cleaner slaughter for a while, and it got safer to not overcook pork. The recent emergence of a great deal of wild pork on the hoof probably calls for a lot more attention to the distressing science of pork cookery.

We probably ought to run up a thread on it sometime, because there is a hell of a lot of boar hunting going on, and needs to be.

Posted by: Way, Way Downriver at November 19, 2023 06:55 PM (4PZHB)

378 'Get ready, little lady. Hell is coming to breakfast.'
-Chief Stand Watie

Posted by: Eromero at November 19, 2023 06:55 PM (NxC5+)

379 Posted by: screaming in digital at November 19, 2023 06:54 PM (aBJcM)

Happy to help!

Posted by: CharlieBrown'sDildo at November 19, 2023 06:55 PM (3Gtis)

380 ... seeing some great-looking big clams at my local fish store ...

Still noodling through that phrase. Got to be some double meaning in there.

Posted by: Itinerant Alley Butcher at November 19, 2023 06:55 PM (cOq4q)

381 The new Argentine president is being described as an economist but when Tucker interviewed him he said he was the lead singer in a wedding band that played covers.

Posted by: gourmand du jour at November 19, 2023 06:58 PM (MeG8a)

382 We probably ought to run up a thread on it sometime, because there is a hell of a lot of boar hunting going on, and needs to be.
Posted by: Way, Way Downriver at November 19, 2023 06:55 PM (4PZHB)

There have been attempts in the past market food preserved by exposure to radiation from a nuclear reactor. Needless to say, it was a hard sell. Now if suitable radiation could reliably kill the trichinosis cysts, there might be a market for a custom service to do the hogs for you.

Posted by: Alberta Oil Peon at November 19, 2023 06:59 PM (1R4jZ)

383 Sauerbraten is on the menu this year. So I had to buy gingersnaps. It is so hard to find gingersnaps not made with crap like soybean oil. Found some at Wegman's that only have like 3 or 4 ingredients (one of which is molasses).

Also, spaetzle. Not serving that crap they have at Lidl. They're straight and thin and uniform. That's linguini, not spaetzle. Mine will be properly lumpy, as homemade spaetzle should be. IYKYK.

Posted by: GWB at November 19, 2023 06:59 PM (JgU20)

384 The new Argentine president is being described as an economist but when Tucker interviewed him he said he was the lead singer in a wedding band that played covers.
Posted by: gourmand du jour at November 19, 2023 06:58 PM (MeG8a)

I guess he could be both. Or he could be one of those rare politicians with a self-deprecating sense of humor.

Posted by: Alberta Oil Peon at November 19, 2023 07:01 PM (1R4jZ)

385 This is gonna be a hoot and a half to watch - this Argentine isn't just Trumpy; for an American analogy, it would if a very popular candidate was elected, and he swore that the very first thing he will do is Abolish the Federal Reserve. No kidding.

Posted by: Tom Servo at November 19, 2023 07:02 PM (S6gqv)

386 I'm making baked potatoes tonight to go with a couple of steaks. My usual m.o. is to wash, puncture with a fork, coat with olive oil, sprinkle with kosher salt, and bake for an hour at 425.

If anyone has a recipe with more pizzazz to it, I'd like to hear it.
Posted by: Cicero
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Shit, that's more than enough. I just rinse and scrub with my hands under faucet, bake at 350 til I take 'em out, and then add my flavors, usually just lots of butter salt and pepper.
But only eastern white potatoes for baked. Maine or PEI.

Posted by: From about that Time at November 19, 2023 07:03 PM (4780s)

387 Posted by: Kathy at November 19, 2023 06:51 PM (XUe7

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That has pizzazz!

Posted by: Cicero (@cicero43) at November 19, 2023 07:08 PM (hiMh5)

388 Thank you for the thread, CBD!

Happy Thanksgiving!

Posted by: nurse ratched, otter 841 has a BABY! at November 19, 2023 07:10 PM (d68ec)

389 To CBD re: basil did not do well. I container raise citrus trees and quite by accident discovered that basil germs and grows best if it has shade while young. Any good earth gets planted with something at my home so the citrus got undersown with various herbs a number of years ago. The basil in particular went ape scat and forever since are sown under the citrus just before they are moved outside (I live in 6a). If you have any container plants sow basil underneath at the periphery, once they get strong they'll grow tall and bunch out. I produce so much basil in this fashion that the last couple of years I've started eating a lot more saag, kookoo sabzi, and creamed "spinach" (mostly basil, rocket, sorrel, Good King Henry, and danderlions). Oh yeah, the ducks also love love love basil, they'll flat out murder a fellow for basil.

Posted by: Zhytamyr at November 19, 2023 07:22 PM (f5B72)

390 I like the sound of this new Argentine President:

https://tinyurl.com/4tfatbua

Any politician who uses the term "leftard" in an interview with the press is okay by me.

Posted by: Rodrigo Borgia at November 19, 2023 07:27 PM (W5ArC)

391 There have been attempts in the past market food preserved by exposure to radiation from a nuclear reactor. Needless to say, it was a hard sell. Now if suitable radiation could reliably kill the trichinosis cysts, there might be a market for a custom service to do the hogs for you.
Posted by: Alberta Oil Peon at November 19, 2023 06:59 PM (1R4jZ)

It's unfortunate folks got all weird about food that'd been gamma irradiated. I've had hamburg treated that way and it was some of the best I've ever gotten.

Posted by: Additional Blond Agent, STEM Guy at November 19, 2023 07:33 PM (/HDaX)

392 I occasionally hate being pedantic, but as a child of the American South, I must point out that it is only called "stuffing" if it is cooked within the bird. Stuffed inside, if you will. Otherwise it is properly called "dressing".

Posted by: RussR at November 19, 2023 07:41 PM (p5/vm)

393 Please start your own blog.

Nope.

Posted by: FenelonSpoke at November 19, 2023 09:23 PM (RkRie)

394 And why don’t we just never inquire about how anyone here is doing when they’re obviously in a lot of pain?. I will inquire how people are doing here until I get bounced off this site, and I don’t care you like it or not, nurse ratchef.

Posted by: FenelonSpoke at November 19, 2023 09:28 PM (RkRie)

395 And yes, I think almost everybody does some good here.

Posted by: FenelonSpoke at November 19, 2023 09:31 PM (RkRie)

396 250 I love Thanksgiving. It is a purely American holiday. My friends who are here from other countries LOVE Thanksgiving. They thinks it's the awesomest holiday ever.

Ever been to a home where mom was born in Communist Poland and dad is from Ireland? Holy shit. It's amazeballs.
Posted by: nurse ratched, otter 841 has a BABY! at November 19, 2023 05:54 PM (Xu8xw)

'merica.

Posted by: m at November 20, 2023 07:24 AM (SpRPx)

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