OT: All things related to cooking

[buggs]

Discovered these in Manitowoc, Wisconsin and had to make them as as soon as I got back.
Deep Fried Bacon Wrapped Cheese Curds. Shortcut to an MI.View attachment 733273View attachment 733274

Myocardial infarction? Nothing says Wisconsin like cheese and deep frying. Probably tasty as all get out though. Nice.

 

[imec]

Wild Pacific Chinook Salmon in a TomYum Broth with Pork Fried Rice

 

[imec]

Wagyu Wednesday! Grilled Wagyu Sirloin, Cheese Toast, Caesar Salad, Corn and Tomato Salad

 

[nobody imp0rtant]

Wagyu Wednesday! Grilled Wagyu Sirloin, Cheese Toast, Caesar Salad, Corn and Tomato SaladView attachment 736490

The meat is perfect. I still think back in horror at growing up with a mother who learned to cook beef the "English way". Dessicated to a dry, greyness then reconstituted on the plate with a liberal coating of HP sauce.

 

[imec]

The meat is perfect. I still think back in horror at growing up with a mother who learned to cook beef the "English way". Dessicated to a dry, greyness then reconstituted on the plate with a liberal coating of HP sauce.

Listen mate, I was born in the UK - I never knew what kind of meat I was eating. Beef, lamb, pork... all grey, all tough.

 

[imec]

A Chilled Seafood Tower, Tuna Crudo, Cherry Tomato Focaccia, Whipped Homemade Ricotta. Anniversary dinner.

 

[FFHockey]

A Chilled Seafood Tower, Tuna Crudo, Cherry Tomato Focaccia, Whipped Homemade Ricotta. Anniversary dinner.View attachment 737774

Man....your meal prep skills are out of this world! I'd be a candidate for "My 600lb Life" if I ate like that!

You must be retired (or something like that) to find the time to cook like you do!

 

[imec]

Man....your meal prep skills are out of this world! I'd be a candidate for "My 600lb Life" if I ate like that!

You must be retired (or something like that) to find the time to cook like you do!

Yep, been retired for 4 years now - but I've always made time to put a good meal on the table! Thanks!

 

[imec]

The unmistakable taste of summer...

 

[nobody imp0rtant]

The unmistakable taste of summer...View attachment 739770

I'll assume the tomatoes and basil are home grown and you make your own mozzarella.

 

[imec]

I'll assume the tomatoes and basil are home grown and you make your own mozzarella.

My daughter indeed grew these cherry tomatoes (and basil) for me on the back deck. The burrata on the other hand was purchased on a recent trip to the US - Trader Joes I think. I have made Mozzarella in the past (and even burrata). Honestly, it's a bit of a faff - but I will no doubt have a go at it again someday. I do make "ricotta" regularly. (I use the quotation marks as genuine ricotta is made with whey whereas I make the home version simply with milk and a bit of cream. Not "genuine" but, head and shoulders above most of the rubbish sold in the stores.

 

[nobody imp0rtant]

The Keg has this kick ass, sinus clearing horseradish, brand name Atomic. They get it from Sysco, who of course won't sell to the hoi polloi. We are not worthy. There seem to be US ordering options but I would prefer a Canadian source, if anyone knows of one.

 

[imec]

Tuna Crudo (easy AF)

 

[nobody imp0rtant]

Tuna Crudo (easy AF)

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Nummers. Where do you buy your tuna?

 

[imec]

Nummers. Where do you buy your tuna?

I think this was from Gimli Fish - they sell small pieces of flash frozen ahi and they’re perfect for an appetizer portion of crudo or tartare. I buy most of my fish from Skipper Otto, however. It’s a member supported fishery out of Vancouver.

 

[MrBoJangelz71]

Found a new use for my Weber.

2nd shot at smoking Salmon on the Weber, much better than the first time.

 

[imec]

Made some skinless pork sausages, wrapped them in bacon, smoked 'em on me Pit Barrel Cooker, had 'em on buns with two cheeses, onions and jalapenos.

 

[MrBoJangelz71]

Made some skinless pork sausages, wrapped them in bacon, smoked 'em on me Pit Barrel Cooker, had 'em on buns with two cheeses, onions and jalapenos.View attachment 742812View attachment 742813View attachment 742814

Seems like your retirement calling would be some sorta pop up restaurant that we all could all enjoy these amazing looking dishes!

 

[nobody imp0rtant]

Made some skinless pork sausages, wrapped them in bacon, smoked 'em on me Pit Barrel Cooker, had 'em on buns with two cheeses, onions and jalapenos.View attachment 742812View attachment 742813View attachment 742814

Is there a better sausage casing than bacon? I don't think so.

 

[imec]

Pizzas. Shrimp and Lobster.

Pepperoni, Steak and Italian Sausage

 

[Stumbledore]

Pizzas. Shrimp and Lobster.View attachment 744033View attachment 744034 Pepperoni, Steak and Italian Sausage

I don't know we're having for lunch today but I know it's not going to compete with this.

Of course, I will tell Mrs. Wizard that whatever it is was delicious.

 

[mondo3]

Pizzas. Shrimp and Lobster.View attachment 744033View attachment 744034 Pepperoni, Steak and Italian Sausage

What is your cooking method for pizza?

 

[imec]

What is your cooking method for pizza?

These were cooked in a regular home kitchen oven on a 1" slab of cordierite (a re-purposed pottery kiln shelf) heated for an hour at 550. I assemble the pie on a sheet of parchment on top of a pizza screen - I then slide the pie and the parchment directly onto the cordierite. After a few minutes, I lift the front edge of the pie and quickly yank out the parchment so the pie finishes cooking directly on the stone for a nice, crisp crust. Let me know if you need further details - happy to help.

 

[nobody imp0rtant]

Pizzas. Shrimp and Lobster.View attachment 744033View attachment 744034 Pepperoni, Steak and Italian Sausage

Add some pineapple and they would be perfect.

 

[macmaroon]

Add some pineapple and they would be perfect.

One of my corporate bosses is from Hawaii and doesn't understand the concept of putting pineapple on a pizza. He said if you truly want to make a Hawaiian pizza, you would have to put Spam on it...