Picture Thread: What's For Dinner?

[Evans, Marv]

I know this isn't trendy like some of you other guys, especially Shaun (I do salute all of you for your expertise and artistry in creating such delectable food.), but it's one of my favorite dinners. Peas, mashed potatoes, and SALMON PATTIES. I was commenting to my sister years ago how people didn't seem to like salmon patties. She looked at me and said, "Marv, nobody likes salmon patties except for you." Of course I put catsup on them.

[Bill Douglas]

I forgot to take photos.

But I had fresh paua frttters. I think you people who speak American call them abalone. So paua, onion, garlic, an egg and some rolled oats. Then shallow fried and served with a splash of lemon juice. No vegetables - no point in ruining a perfectly good meal.

[Shaun @ Tru6]

Originally Posted by Baz

^^ Those look awesome, Shaun!

I'm going to make potato skins and saw this recipe. I like her style presentation!

Thanks Baz, they were good and so easy to make. Looking forward to seeing your potato skins! I love them. After doing some testing, I did find out that the absolutely best way to bake a potato is the old school rub with oil and salt and bake in the oven for 65-70 minutes at 400F. Flavor intensifies and is much better than microwave and even microwave + oven for 30 minutes. Like great BBQ, baked potatoes need time.

[Shaun @ Tru6]

Originally Posted by Evans, Marv

I know this isn't trendy like some of you other guys, especially Shaun (I do salute all of you for your expertise and artistry in creating such delectable food.), but it's one of my favorite dinners. Peas, mashed potatoes, and SALMON PATTIES. I was commenting to my sister years ago how people didn't seem to like salmon patties. She looked at me and said, "Marv, nobody likes salmon patties except for you." Of course I put catsup on them.

Thanks Marv but as you say, in a way, food is such a personal thing and sometimes it's all about simplicity and honesty of flavor like your your salmon dish which looks pretty great. That said, I can't imagine ketchup on salmon. To each his own.

And I really love that plate!

[Baz]

Originally Posted by Evans, Marv

I know this isn't trendy like some of you other guys, especially Shaun (I do salute all of you for your expertise and artistry in creating such delectable food.), but it's one of my favorite dinners. Peas, mashed potatoes, and SALMON PATTIES. I was commenting to my sister years ago how people didn't seem to like salmon patties. She looked at me and said, "Marv, nobody likes salmon patties except for you." Of course I put catsup on them.

Very nice, Marv! I love salmon patties......thanks for the inspiration!

Originally Posted by Bill Douglas

I forgot to take photos.
But I had fresh paua frttters. I think you people who speak American call them abalone. So paua, onion, garlic, an egg and some rolled oats. Then shallow fried and served with a splash of lemon juice. No vegetables - no point in ruining a perfectly good meal.

I'm not great about photos, myself, Bill....don't feel bad. I'm usually in too much of a hurry to eat what I cook...lol.... Never had abalone but another thing now to consider for future dining experiences!

Originally Posted by Shaun @ Tru6

Thanks Baz, they were good and so easy to make. Looking forward to seeing your potato skins! I love them. After doing some testing, I did find out that the absolutely best way to bake a potato is the old school rub with oil and salt and bake in the oven for 65-70 minutes at 400F. Flavor intensifies and is much better than microwave and even microwave + oven for 30 minutes. Like great BBQ, baked potatoes need time.

Agree, Shaun. That's how I've always done it. Will pick up some bacon, cheese, and green onions, and sour cream this week so I can go full monty!

There's another baked potato dish called "Twice Baked" potato that I will give a go as well. The cool temps we are experiencing is feeding my carb cravings!

[Evans, Marv]

Originally Posted by Shaun @ Tru6

Thanks Marv but as you say, in a way, food is such a personal thing and sometimes it's all about simplicity and honesty of flavor like your your salmon dish which looks pretty great. That said, I can't imagine ketchup on salmon. To each his own.

And I really love that plate!

Those are a thing my mother had made since I was a kid, & catsup is what I've always put on them. I agree with our comment about the catsup, but they wouldn't be the same to me without it. My wife makes them. I demonstrated the recipe and she does a better job on them than I. Once in a while, I tell her I need salmon patties and she makes them for me. My plate thanks you for the compliment.

[Shaun @ Tru6]

She's a keeper Marv!

[Bill Douglas]

Not exactly dinner. But it's my birthday so I can eat whatever I want. GF got me this because I'd often spoken fondly of how my granddad used to buy me battenberg cakes

[Ziggythecat]

This was pretty good
Kale sautéed with onions and garlic, Calabrian chilis, braised with chicken stock, organic butter beans, TJ tri color carrots and sautéed shrimp

[Bill Douglas]

Nice looking turkish flat bread?

Woooo. I love the size of those shrimps.

I had (New Zealand) scampi the other day. they were like large prawns but had a lobster like hard body and pincers. they were fantastic. Hard work to cut up, but fantastic.

[Baz]

Originally Posted by Shaun @ Tru6

Thanks Baz, they were good and so easy to make. Looking forward to seeing your potato skins! I love them. After doing some testing, I did find out that the absolutely best way to bake a potato is the old school rub with oil and salt and bake in the oven for 65-70 minutes at 400F. Flavor intensifies and is much better than microwave and even microwave + oven for 30 minutes. Like great BBQ, baked potatoes need time.

Baked at 450, Shaun. On wire rack with pan underneath to catch any drippings. Rubbed with butter and seasoned with Kosher salt and black pepper. 25 minutes...then pull, re-baste with butter, re-season, and turn over. Cook for another 20 minutes. YUM!

I ate 2 and gave the 3rd to my dog. Sorry no pics this time.

Originally Posted by Bill Douglas

Not exactly dinner. But it's my birthday so I can eat whatever I want. GF got me this because I'd often spoken fondly of how my granddad used to buy me battenberg cakes

Dang Bill....did you bring enough for everyone???

Happy Birthday, brother!

[Bill Douglas]

Haha, thanks.

[Shaun @ Tru6]

I will try the 450F Baz, thanks!

Happy Birthday Bill! looked up the cake, I'm sure it was delicious!

[stevej37]

Birds Eye Garlic Shrimp Voila with a half pound of added shrimp.
Paper plate because of second day of left-over. Just as good as the first.

[mthomas58]

Chicken and Shrimp Fajitas with Black Beans and Guac. Yum!

[stevej37]

^^^ That looks really good!

[TimT]

Made some saffron tagliatelle with short rib sugo the other night..

Prime short rib from Porter Road

[stevej37]

Asian Soy Sauce Shrimp Stir-Fry for lunch today.

[mthomas58]

Copycat Shake Shack Smoke Shack Burgers. Applewood smoked bacon, shack sauce and diced pickled cherry peppers. Great flavor combo - will be doing these again for sure.

[JJ 911SC]

Originally Posted by mthomas58

Copycat Shake Shack Smoke Shack Burgers...

What are you doing with the $15 you saved?