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I bought eggs at the local grocery today: 1 dozen for $5.99. After the 10% senior discount on Tuesdays, that was $5.40.
In response to Len's thoughts about chicken prices, I've noticed that they have been higher the past couple of weeks.
My understanding is that chickens, ducks, etc. killed for bird flu cannot be sold for food but must be destroyed.
Aaron--That is why I always proof yeast. I buy the active yeast, and I want to see those bubbles! I hope that you find the perfect pizza crust method.
Chocomouse--That is sad about your bread machine. Any chance that you might find a used one in your area? I was fortunate to get my two bread machines--which I also only use for mixing and kneading--that way.
On Monday, I adapted the Orange-Almond Scones recipe from Elizabeth Alston's Biscuits and Scones (pp. 82-83). I used half Irish-style flour, reduced the baking powder from 4 tsp. to 3 tsp., replaced the butter with 1/3 cup canola oil plus enough buttermilk to make ½ cup, and replaced ½ cup finely chopped blanched almonds with 1/3 cup almond flour. It was a semi-sticky dough, so I used a #10 scoop (King Arthur calls it a popover scoop) to make 8 mounds, then baked. They were done after 21 minutes. They have a great texture. My only regret is that I used the ¼ tsp. of almond extract the recipe specifies. My husband and I find it too strong. I will bake the adaptation again, but next time, I will use vanilla. I might also try it with barley flour rather than the Irish-Style for variety.
I roasted and processed two pie pumpkins on Monday. I froze some of the puree and plan to use the rest in upcoming cooking and baking.
For Monday's dinner, I made pecan-coated pork chops, a new technique for me. I worked off a recipe for Sheet Pan Pecan Crusted Pork Chops with Balsamic Veggies, which I find on the internet at a site called Simply Sissom. I just did six boneless pork chops, which I dipped in an egg combined with ½ Tbs. Dijon mustard, black pepper, and roasted paprika. I held back on the paprika out of concern for my husband, but next time, I would use more, and I think he would be fine. I overcooked the six by about 5 minutes. I thought them slightly dry, but my husband did not mind, and the coating protected them. I will adjust the time to 20 minutes at 350 F next time. I roasted sweet potato chunks in the small oven to go with them, and we also had microwaved fresh broccoli.
Congratulations on your first stromboli, Joan!
Thank you, Italian Cook. I'm sorry to hear about your major water incident. I hope that the approval comes soon, so the contractor can get to work before another job elsewhere pops up.
So sorry to hear that you have Covid, Mike. Take it easy and rest.
We didn't watch the Super Bowl.
That stromboli looks great, Joan!
We ate the rest of the turkey, noodles, and vegetables tonight, and I'll be back in the kitchen tomorrow.
We had more of the turkey, noodles, and vegetables that I made yesterday for dinner on Saturday.
We had some sleet in the early afternoon, along with very light snow. This evening, more light snow is falling.
I baked Oatmeal Peanut Butter Cookies on Saturday. I used 5.5 oz of a bag of mixed peanut butter and milk chocolate chips that I had in the refrigerator with an expiration date of 2018. I tasted one of each, and the flavor was fine. That they have lasted so well definitely takes them out of the health food category. I used white whole wheat flour with the oats and added 2 Tbs. powdered milk and 1 Tbs. flax meal and slightly reduced the oil since I use the old-fashioned peanut butter. The recipe made 33 cookies, using a #30 scoop. I first baked this recipe last year and have been dreaming of baking it again, and this cold day of sleet and light snow was the perfect opportunity.
For dinner on Friday, I thawed the turkey breast and the gravy from a couple of weeks ago and some turkey broth. I sauteed mushrooms and sliced celery in avocado oil, then added the broth, sliced carrots, and the gravy, along with dried parsley, thyme, sage, and rosemary. Once the carrots softened, I stirred in the chopped turkey, which quickly absorbed the liquid. I added cooked noodles with some of the pasta water. My husband is always impressed with these improvisational meals, and we have leftovers, which makes me happy.
The press has been having fun with egg puns:
Police have yet to crack the case.
No breaks in stolen egg case.
Egg companies plan to crack down on security.
Are thieves hatching plots to steal eggs?
On Wednesday, I baked Wholegrain Sourdough bread, using a bowl and a cloche cover. It looks beautiful, and I anticipate slicing it for lunch tomorrow.
I also baked Sugar Crusted Apple Cobbler, a King Arthur recipe that I modified slightly. We began eating it for dessert tonight. For some reason, the Winesap apples that I got this fall do not soften that much when baked in a pie, so the cobbler is a much better use for them.
I made the fish and chips recipe again on Thursday. That allowed me to use the other half of the egg left from making them on Tuesday and to use the rest of the Dill Tartar sauce. We also microwaved fresh broccoli.
I baked Whole Wheat Sourdough Crackers on Wednesday. My husband is happy.
I made yogurt on Wednesday.
We finished off the hamburger stroganoff and brown and wild rice mix. We microwaved frozen mixed vegetables to go with it.
It wasn't much of a negotiating tactic, since Mexico and Canada agreed to do what they were already doing under the previous administration, although the president of Mexico extracted a promise that the U.S. would work to stem the flow of high-capacity guns flowing into Mexico from the U.S. The steep dip in the stock market when the "tariffs" were announced also does not suggest great negotiation tactics.
I haven't seen such a high price on 18-packs of eggs around here. It was more like $8.95. Our local grocery did post a sign that they were going to carry fewer brands of eggs, probably because they can do better at bulk pricing that way.
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