Magnus Posted September 9, 2012 Posted September 9, 2012 I used to live in a dorm, so I'd usually overdose on batter, think "I'll just eat some cookies later when I'm craving sugar again!" and by then they'd all be gone. But meh, the batter is the best part anyway. :p I totally wish I had a few of those sponge cakes here with me now.
Supergrunch Posted September 13, 2012 Posted September 13, 2012 So, my attempt at Chinese fish-flavoured aubergine (which never contains fish, or fish flavouring!): It seemed to go okay for a first attempt - a bit dryer than I liked, and not as spicy, but the right kind of taste was there! I still have some pork left, so I might try it again soon.
jayseven Posted September 13, 2012 Posted September 13, 2012 @Supergrunch I went for a toad in the hole instead of a wellington last night simply because the pork wellington recipes I found suggested that I should season the pork and leave it overnight/several hours, which I didn't have. I also don't ever cook with decent cuts of meat so I pretty much need to go and talk to the butcher and make sure I do that right -- planning to do it next week. The old boy I cook for every week said that he likes salmon rissoles, so that'll be done next week too. I also made gravy for the first time - bit too much butter used, and a bit too much red wine vinegar (in place of balsamic... no idea if THAT was the mistake), for it was very sharp, but it was complimented by all. I also forgot to take a picture because I was rushing around so much. Today I get to make home-made sausage rolls and cheese twists and maybesomethingelse for a birthday party's finger food. I sometimes have to punch a hole in the wall to regain the lost masculinity. That's another topic.
EddieColeslaw Posted September 14, 2012 Posted September 14, 2012 So, my attempt at Chinese fish-flavoured aubergine (which never contains fish, or fish flavouring!): It seemed to go okay for a first attempt - a bit dryer than I liked, and not as spicy, but the right kind of taste was there! I still have some pork left, so I might try it again soon. Looks like you have the right ingredients, try using chilli bean sauce (good brand: Lee Kum Kee)
Raining_again Posted September 16, 2012 Posted September 16, 2012 stoneware is freakin fabulous, even if it does add on to cooking time.. got the technique right and this is literally the nicest pizza i've ever had. crunchy on the bottom but lovely and dough-y on the inside =3
Aneres11 Posted September 16, 2012 Posted September 16, 2012 @Raining_again - how much for delivery on one of those things?
ReZourceman Posted September 19, 2012 Posted September 19, 2012 Home made burgers Baked Peanut Butter Cheesecake
Retro_Link Posted September 19, 2012 Posted September 19, 2012 Have you gone and got yourself some baking equipment?
Aneres11 Posted September 19, 2012 Posted September 19, 2012 @ReZourceman - that cheesecake looks I want I want. When can I come for tea?!! __________________________________________ I have been baking myself this evening - for work tomorrow (just cupcakes - dead easy all done). And also for my sisters birthday tomorrow! She's 28... lol. But I have really struggled making a full size cake as stupid as it sounds. I used to have a recipe that worked perfectly for a victoria sponge but it's gone missing and I can't seem to get it right. Second attempt is currently in the oven. Still don't think there is enough mix. Fume haha.
Magnus Posted September 19, 2012 Posted September 19, 2012 I propose an N-E potluck meet next year. :p
Supergrunch Posted September 19, 2012 Posted September 19, 2012 (edited) I very much approve of baked cheescake! Here's tonight's dinner - rib-eye steak with sautéed thyme potatoes and buttered asparagus: Edited September 19, 2012 by Supergrunch
Aneres11 Posted September 29, 2012 Posted September 29, 2012 Cake time (as it's all I ever make). Today I made small coffee sponges. With coffee buttercream and a sweet coffee icing on top. The problem I've always found with coffee cakes in general is they never really taste much like coffee and they ALWAYS have walnuts in / on. WHY DAMN YOU?! So I made my own - less the walnuts. And with lots of coffee!
Magnus Posted September 29, 2012 Posted September 29, 2012 I'm not sure why anyone would ever make anything other than cakes. Well, okay, maybe other pastries.
EddieColeslaw Posted September 29, 2012 Posted September 29, 2012 You should open a bakery! Your baked goods always look so simple and nice
Aneres11 Posted September 29, 2012 Posted September 29, 2012 Thanks Eddie! I think that's kind of spot on - the 'simple' thing. I do like my baked goods to be simple! When you see a nice looking cake and then check the ingredients and there's all sorts of rubbish in it (dried fruits, nuts, alcohol like rum etc), it tends to ruin it! So I like to make my own as home baked usually tastes loooads nicer! And you can omit all that rubbish (unless the cake is centred around having those kind of ingredients in!).
Dcubed Posted September 29, 2012 Posted September 29, 2012 Cake time (as it's all I ever make). Today I made small coffee sponges. With coffee buttercream and a sweet coffee icing on top. The problem I've always found with coffee cakes in general is they never really taste much like coffee and they ALWAYS have walnuts in / on. WHY DAMN YOU?! So I made my own - less the walnuts. And with lots of coffee! Those look delicious! BTW, you're spot on. Hate it when they add nuts to coffee cake. WHYYYYYYYY?!?!?! BTW: Made my first homemade Katsu Curry tonight, turned out pretty well! (Sorry there are no pics though, didn't even know this thread was here and it was too yummy to hold off eating!) I think it might've been better if I placed the curry sauce below the breaded chicken though (having it absorb the sauce takes away from that nice crunchiness. Should've thought about that before mixing it together lol!)
ReZourceman Posted September 30, 2012 Posted September 30, 2012 I used to dislike walnuts, but I like them now, and Walnuts/coffee go so well together, and it adds a really nice texture. Your sponges look amazing. You really are the sponge king. I made....Bacon Double Che's yesterday.
Aneres11 Posted September 30, 2012 Posted September 30, 2012 I used to dislike walnuts, but I like them now, and Walnuts/coffee go so well together, and it adds a really nice texture. Your sponges look amazing. You really are the sponge king. I made....Bacon Double Che's yesterday. Cheers Rez! And oh my word those look immense! American styl-ee! I think we need a N-Europe Come Dine With Me Or a dinner party. Bagsy doing the dessert! :wink:
S.C.G Posted October 2, 2012 Author Posted October 2, 2012 moar pizzza yess pls. That is one godly looking pizza if ever I did see one... ... now I'm hungry, damnit! :p
jonnysmith055 Posted October 5, 2012 Posted October 5, 2012 This is a great discussion. i love cooking after reading this i got a lots of knowledge about that.
arnold Posted October 5, 2012 Posted October 5, 2012 Cake time (as it's all I ever make). Today I made small coffee sponges. With coffee buttercream and a sweet coffee icing on top. The problem I've always found with coffee cakes in general is they never really taste much like coffee and they ALWAYS have walnuts in / on. WHY DAMN YOU?! So I made my own - less the walnuts. And with lots of coffee! They look so good Think A recipe may be needed, been wanting to do coffee cake for ages, although I haven't baked since I started working so sad ;-; I need to bake more.
Raining_again Posted October 7, 2012 Posted October 7, 2012 I made a pizza dough with onion. About a quarter of an onion really finely diced, rolled up in the dough. Fucking delish!!
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