salsalady said:
When did you move to Italy? Because you can only make it there!
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When did you move to Italy? Because you can only make it there!
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The Hot Pepper said:
Oh yea, I know. 'It aint authentic if the thai chiles werent grown in Thailand.' I had a friend, a red haired Irish lass, who was selling tamales at the farmers market. She caught shit comments all the time. 'You are not Hispanic, how can you know how to make tamales?'The Hot Pepper said:When did you move to Italy? Because you can only make it there!
Edit- I'll call mine a FUSION dish, that should cover it...
I'm gonna remarg while you rewine 
MANGO FROZEN!
MANGO FROZEN! 
salsalady said:
Things are actually good down here. Community transmissions are close enough to zero to be insignificant. Lots of restrictions have been lifted. For instance, my workplace (and I guess a lot of workplaces) are no longer temp testing etc before entering the site.
In my opinion (and I offer it without any sort of medical or expert background) is that the situation is because of the seeming similarities in the transmission of the kung-flu and normal cold and flu. No longer in the flu season so low to zero covid transmission. Next winter will probably tell for sure though.
Here is a couple of photos from last week for you.....
It was hot though. Only one day while we were there was below 40°c (105°f). We call that day "the cool day" because it only reached 36°.
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The corned beef we made Thanksgiving weekend went into 2 pies. One for now, one for later.
Here was the Now...
Brb...
this one was the Later... I know I've posted these before, I just hope others will try it. It is pretty simple.
For the pie, it's cooked corned beef, potatoes, onions, in a basic pie crust. I made 2 pies, egg washed, and froze one raw. Couple weeks later, it was a easy-peasy dinner. Straight out of the freezer and into a 350f oven for about 1 1/2 hours, or until the crust is nicely done and baked all the way thru. I used a thermometer to check.
Here was the Now...
Brb...
this one was the Later... I know I've posted these before, I just hope others will try it. It is pretty simple.
For the pie, it's cooked corned beef, potatoes, onions, in a basic pie crust. I made 2 pies, egg washed, and froze one raw. Couple weeks later, it was a easy-peasy dinner. Straight out of the freezer and into a 350f oven for about 1 1/2 hours, or until the crust is nicely done and baked all the way thru. I used a thermometer to check.
salsalady
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A couple weeks ago, there was a post about people buying up the toilet paper...again.
This was our local store a couple days after that. No worries here! And no restrictions!
plus, I think we're covered, for a while....
Here's the Surf-n-Turf Scallops.
The onions and garlic were sauteed in butter and olive oil, and bacon, until nicely brown. Remove the goods, and the oil/butter was transferred to a cast iron skillet. I was worried about the butter burning, so I didn't turn it on High.
Angel hair pasta, capers, dash of lemon juice, splash of Half-n-Half, fresh basil....OMG! We talked about that for 2 days!
That red thing on the side was a tomato slice. I did get it right, didn't I? 2 Meats and a Veg???
This was our local store a couple days after that. No worries here! And no restrictions!
plus, I think we're covered, for a while....
Here's the Surf-n-Turf Scallops.
The onions and garlic were sauteed in butter and olive oil, and bacon, until nicely brown. Remove the goods, and the oil/butter was transferred to a cast iron skillet. I was worried about the butter burning, so I didn't turn it on High.
Angel hair pasta, capers, dash of lemon juice, splash of Half-n-Half, fresh basil....OMG! We talked about that for 2 days!
That red thing on the side was a tomato slice. I did get it right, didn't I? 2 Meats and a Veg???
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Siccy, definitely try it! It's really pretty simple. The only odd thing is the Prague Powder, which keeps the meat pink. It's not necessary, but is easily available online. I think it was $16 for 1#, which will last for-EVER using 1 teaspoon per batch. If you like corned beef, Man, this is the way to do it.sicman said:
(ps- fify~
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Pookie is coordinating a Secret Satan hot sauce exchange again. Sign up is closed, packages are on the way, but I felt inspired to post this fun poem. Hope it brings a smile~~~
Ode To A Secret Satan Hellidays
Twas the weeks before Christmas and all 'round the US,
Not a creature was traveling, no thanks to the virus.
The names were exchanged, the wishes revealed,
Secret Satan's prepared, mouths are about to get peeled.
The chileheads are nestled all snug in their cribs,
with splashes of wing sauce smeared on their bibs.
When out on the porch there arose quite a racket,
them porch pirates took off after seeking the packet.
The package was labeled as plain as could be,
"for chileheads only, take care when you pee".
The package that arrived would guarantee sweats,
Thanks to DHL, FedEx or Pony Express.
Regardless the service, the results were the same,
the package promised flames only sugar could tame.
With trembling hands and tingling taste buds,
He dug into the gifts, sure none were duds.
Dashing to the kitchen and grabbing a spoon,
no time for chips, he needed it soon!
Off with the shrink band, off with the cap,
off with the reducer, who needs that crap?
The beautiful sauce was poured on the spoon,
a sniff and a taste, he's over the moon.
As the heat and the flavor explode in his mouth,
the chilehead knew there'd be trouble down south.
Red-faced and happy, with ringing ears,
sweating and panting, and just a few tears,
the chilehead is thankful for friends far and near...
...and frozen TP he'll need for his rear.
His work now accomplished with the chilehead's tear,
Secret Satan is retired, until the next year.
Take care, stay safe, spread a little love with that hot sauce!
salsalady
Ode To A Secret Satan Hellidays
Twas the weeks before Christmas and all 'round the US,
Not a creature was traveling, no thanks to the virus.
The names were exchanged, the wishes revealed,
Secret Satan's prepared, mouths are about to get peeled.
The chileheads are nestled all snug in their cribs,
with splashes of wing sauce smeared on their bibs.
When out on the porch there arose quite a racket,
them porch pirates took off after seeking the packet.
The package was labeled as plain as could be,
"for chileheads only, take care when you pee".
The package that arrived would guarantee sweats,
Thanks to DHL, FedEx or Pony Express.
Regardless the service, the results were the same,
the package promised flames only sugar could tame.
With trembling hands and tingling taste buds,
He dug into the gifts, sure none were duds.
Dashing to the kitchen and grabbing a spoon,
no time for chips, he needed it soon!
Off with the shrink band, off with the cap,
off with the reducer, who needs that crap?
The beautiful sauce was poured on the spoon,
a sniff and a taste, he's over the moon.
As the heat and the flavor explode in his mouth,
the chilehead knew there'd be trouble down south.
Red-faced and happy, with ringing ears,
sweating and panting, and just a few tears,
the chilehead is thankful for friends far and near...
...and frozen TP he'll need for his rear.
His work now accomplished with the chilehead's tear,
Secret Satan is retired, until the next year.
Take care, stay safe, spread a little love with that hot sauce!
salsalady
Step below full lockdown.
The five zones of public health measures
Prevent green
Protect yellow
Restrict orange
Control red
Lockdown grey
Each health unit area is assessed weekly and different control measures in place for each level.
28 day minimum if your area moves up a level.
Red is basically lockdown light.
There is some minimum discretionary movement allowed but grey would be full on shelter in place.
The five zones of public health measures
Prevent green
Protect yellow
Restrict orange
Control red
Lockdown grey
Each health unit area is assessed weekly and different control measures in place for each level.
28 day minimum if your area moves up a level.
Red is basically lockdown light.
There is some minimum discretionary movement allowed but grey would be full on shelter in place.
No family gatherings allowed here for holidays.
Here in Taxachusetts they're calling it - Considerations for Small Gatherings of Family and Friends