ebk Posted December 23, 2016 Share Posted December 23, 2016 8 hours ago, chillumpuffer said: The wait is nearly over and the Kitchen is on high alert. To breeze in for what promises to be a culinary marathon, I am having a dippy egg and soldiers for breakfast So what plans do others have for the holiday - food wise? Roughly speaking this is what I have planned: This evening: Spicy. Not sure what but it will be a curry of some sort Christmas Eve dinner: Fish Pie and a green. Rich and warming this ocean delight is a treat at any time of the year. Haddock, both smoked and plain, large king Prawns in a cream and dill sauce topped with mashed potatoes and Parmesan topping. Purple sprouting Broccoli on the side. It is Mrs CP's fav and I have boldly asked her to choose wine to go with it The big day: Almost sure but things may change, especially in the pudding dept. Breakkie: Smoked salmon and scrambled eggs. Toast. Not too heavy as the lunch awaits. A brisk walk in the hills to rev up the appetite Lunch: Prawn cocktail: Lightly pan fried King prawns served in a home made Marie Rose dressing. Light salad leaves Turkey: Free range, bronze hen bird. Roast Pots, sprouts. Bread sauce, gravy- which I have already done. Stuffing and various sweet sauces and chutneys. Sweet: Profiteroles and cream or Christmas pudd or trifle or cheesecake. A selection of cheeses Wines: A crisp White Rioja "Hacienda Lopez de Haro" Vintage 2015 A Reserva red Rioja 2009 "Beronia" Orange Muscat dessert wine "Essensia" 2014 from Madera, California A White Reserva Port from The Douro in Portugal. "Ramos Pinto Adriano" for the cheese So, while I'll miss the curry tonight, I'm pretty sure I can get on a plane and be there by breakfast tomorrow! As always, the menu looks stunning. I hope you and Mrs CP have a most wonderful Christmas!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chillumpuffer Posted December 23, 2016 Share Posted December 23, 2016 9 minutes ago, ebk said: So, while I'll miss the curry tonight, I'm pretty sure I can get on a plane and be there by breakfast tomorrow! As always, the menu looks stunning. I hope you and Mrs CP have a most wonderful Christmas!! With that Jet stream ramping up Esther, I'll save you some Lamb curry. Breakfast tomorrow will be dry cured bacon, eggs , button mushrooms and beans. I'll make the spare room up for you Best wishes to you too Est. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ddladner Posted December 23, 2016 Share Posted December 23, 2016 4 hours ago, chillumpuffer said: Indeed Sister. Quality and the time of course it takes. This is the first time in years we have had a Turkey. We always have Christmas dinner together - no one else as we visit relatives on Boxing Day. It is a big bird of course and if not done right BLAND. We have tried alternatives from Lobster to Goose and Capon ( a castrated cock Chicken) Guinea Fowl, all sorts. So this year Turkey I will be covering the bird in unsalted Butter and put a Tangerine with herbs ( sage,rosemary, thyme and loads of bay leaves) in the cavity. Stuff the neck end with sausage meat,breadcrumbs, more herbs and sliced peaches for that sweet hit and wrap in tin foil. Cook for a couple of hours on a trivet ( the giblets, onions,celery,carrots and sage leaves) and remove foil and cover the bird with dry cured smoked streaky bacon. Another hour in and it will be done. Wrap again in tin foil and a tea towel and rest for an hour or so. I made the gravy the other day so I will add that to the mashed veg in the trivet add a dollop of Cranberry sauce and it will be ready to dive in. DD if you knocked on my door you would be welcomed in with some great food and wines and later we will be welled chilled Have a great Christmas and a fantastic new year whatever you get up to ! Note: North Indian Lamb Curry this evening with Naan Breads and a chicken masala which I froze the other week. Spicy ! Simply divine! It would be an honor to dine with you and your bride. And thank you for the warm wishes. I do hope that 2017 is very kind to you, too. 2 hours ago, ebk said: So, while I'll miss the curry tonight, I'm pretty sure I can get on a plane and be there by breakfast tomorrow! As always, the menu looks stunning. I hope you and Mrs CP have a most wonderful Christmas!! Wait for me, ebk, I'm headed your way to tag along! CP will be shocked one day when we show up on his doorstep, hehe. Merry Christmas, ebk! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ebk Posted December 23, 2016 Share Posted December 23, 2016 1 hour ago, Ddladner said: Wait for me, ebk, I'm headed your way to tag along! CP will be shocked one day when we show up on his doorstep, hehe. Merry Christmas, ebk! I was actually thinking when I posted that you could join me on a plane from DC!! Merry Christmas to you, too, Debbie! (I'll be in NOLA in late January...maybe we could manage to meet up?) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ddladner Posted December 24, 2016 Share Posted December 24, 2016 4 hours ago, ebk said: I was actually thinking when I posted that you could join me on a plane from DC!! Merry Christmas to you, too, Debbie! (I'll be in NOLA in late January...maybe we could manage to meet up?) I could join you on a plane in DC, yes! And I would love to meet up with you in NOLA!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Strider Posted December 24, 2016 Author Share Posted December 24, 2016 Late post-show dinner tonight. Papaya and shrimp salad. Spicy coconut shrimp soup. Roast duck in red curry over rice. Deep fried trout with mango chili sauce. Hot jasmine tea. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Clinton P. Desveaux Posted December 24, 2016 Share Posted December 24, 2016 Green smoothie no milk - avocado, kale, pineapple, mint, celery and coconut water - Christmas Eve Breakfast it was Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
craigled Posted December 24, 2016 Share Posted December 24, 2016 Takeaway tea. I am having chips and onion rings. Cannot wait. It will take me a matter of seconds to wallop it. I am getting hungry now. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Strider Posted December 25, 2016 Author Share Posted December 25, 2016 Cookie dough. Late-night baking for tomorrow. Christmas cookies and pumpkin-sherry bread. Put the last of the cookies in the oven and licking the cookie dough bowl, hehe. Mmmmm. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kiwi_Zep_Fan87 Posted December 25, 2016 Share Posted December 25, 2016 (edited) Chinese Takeaway. After living on Curd and Apple juice for the past three days, I had a craving for Hakka noodles and seasonal vegetables, served with a hot garlic sauce. This was something even my poor mom could enjoy. Edited to add: Here's something for my American friends, who might be wondering what the difference is, between curd and yoghurt: http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/life-style/health-fitness/diet/How-is-yogurt-different-from-curd/articleshow/46702468.cms Edited December 25, 2016 by Kiwi_Zep_Fan87 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
craigled Posted December 25, 2016 Share Posted December 25, 2016 Chips and turkey. Bread and a few packs of salt and shake crisps. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
luvlz2 Posted December 25, 2016 Share Posted December 25, 2016 (edited) After Holiday Gorging........ Edited December 26, 2016 by luvlz2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
zepscoda Posted December 26, 2016 Share Posted December 26, 2016 Last night's Christmas eve dinner...homemade spaghetti & meatballs with Stuffed Shells Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
craigled Posted December 27, 2016 Share Posted December 27, 2016 Leftover turkey by the looks of it. I better not challenge the Mrs about it. I maybe ill soon. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Clinton P. Desveaux Posted December 27, 2016 Share Posted December 27, 2016 I'm feeling bloated and fat from eating way too much the last couple of days - spent 12 hours skiing and hiking on the mountain trying to burn it all off - a glass of water this morning and some berries because I'm hitting in the road in a few days; hello Ocean City! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chillumpuffer Posted December 29, 2016 Share Posted December 29, 2016 Chums round this evening so i have prepared an Indian/Asian feast. Chicken Satay marinated in Lime leaves,Kecap Manis and Black Pepper. Peanut Dipping Sauce Butter Chicken Chana Dhal Yellow Dhal Naan Breads Coconut and Lime Cheesecake Red,White wine or Peroni Beer Green for laughs Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stryder1978 Posted December 29, 2016 Share Posted December 29, 2016 Right now I'm at work - chocolate covered pretzels. The holidays kill my diet! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
craigled Posted December 31, 2016 Share Posted December 31, 2016 Been a bit greedy today. Chips and tuna for tea. But i have had loads of crisps. So many that i lost count of how many packets. Best have a walk later. Walk then off. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Virginia Posted December 31, 2016 Share Posted December 31, 2016 I made a pan of cinnamon rolls (from scratch) and they really were delicious! Usually I only make them once a year (Christmas Day) because they are loaded with butter, but my son talked me into another batch. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chillumpuffer Posted January 1, 2017 Share Posted January 1, 2017 New years day dinner: King Prawn Cocktail Boned fresh Pheasant with sausage meat stuffing, Roast Potatoes, Green Beans. Game sauce Cheeses and wine of course Happy new year all foodies, DD and Est. Your seats are ready !! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
craigled Posted January 1, 2017 Share Posted January 1, 2017 Turkey. AGAIN. I have tried hinting to my Mrs that i am sick of it now. Hopefully this is the last day of having it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ebk Posted January 1, 2017 Share Posted January 1, 2017 2 hours ago, chillumpuffer said: New years day dinner: King Prawn Cocktail Boned fresh Pheasant with sausage meat stuffing, Roast Potatoes, Green Beans. Game sauce Cheeses and wine of course Happy new year all foodies, DD and Est. Your seats are ready !! Had a lovely, healthy bowl of oatmeal and yogurt this morning. I can now go back to my regular eating habits as I've appeased the New Year gods Happy New Year to you, cp, and the lovely Mrs cp. There's nothing I'd enjoy more that meeting up and having a meal and a drink...or two! Hopefully soon!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ddladner Posted January 1, 2017 Share Posted January 1, 2017 3 hours ago, chillumpuffer said: New years day dinner: King Prawn Cocktail Boned fresh Pheasant with sausage meat stuffing, Roast Potatoes, Green Beans. Game sauce Cheeses and wine of course Happy new year all foodies, DD and Est. Your seats are ready !! cp, Happy New Year to you and Mrs. cp! I wish you many blessings in the coming year. Your New Year's Day dinner sounds splendid, and in our virtual world of friendship, I graciously accept your invitation. Consider me there! Looking forward to seeing what delectable meals you will be preparing throughout the year. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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Virginia Posted January 2, 2017 Share Posted January 2, 2017 Hot spiced cider (cider with orange slices, cloves and cinnamon stick) with a green tea bag; feeling a cold coming on. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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