Bear’s Kitchen: a T&T foodie thread

[DarkWeb]

The start of split pea with the ham bone


Not much yet but hopefully it'll be good.

 

[ChingOwn]

Absolutely gorgeous but looked like the amount of toppings were too heavy for the slice. Pizza seems to be a fine balance and for as simple as it appears doing those simple things right are always complex.

That is why the pros cut thin crust into squares.

 

[curious2garden]

That is why the pros cut thin crust into squares.

 

[raratt]

The start of split pea with the ham bone
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Not much yet but hopefully it'll be good.

Used to love stopping by here after going to Solvang. They make the best split pea soup. I can't eat it anymore, it gives me heartburn for some stupid reason. http://www.peasoupandersens.net/homeBuellton.html

 

[BarnBuster]

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I don't mind a LOT of toppings as long as they're all cooked well, which usually doesn't happen. I like thin crust too.

 

[DarkWeb]

Bone fell out. Looking and smelling awesome!

 

[curious2garden]

Bone fell out. Looking and smelling awesome!
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Looking good!

 

[.The Outdoorsman.]

Bone fell out. Looking and smelling awesome!
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please sir can i have some more?

 

[420God]

I making stuffed jumbo shells. Seasoned taco meat with peppers and onions and a slice of Colby and Monterey Jack inside one shell then covered by another to seal it. Sprinkled with taco seasoning and garnished with chives.


They're in the oven at 400° for 15min.

 

[DarkWeb]

I making stuffed jumbo shells. Seasoned taco meat with peppers and onions and a slice of Colby and Monterey Jack inside one shell then covered by another to seal it. Sprinkled with taco seasoning and garnished with chives.
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They're in the oven at 400° for 15min.

That's a cool idea!

 

[raratt]

I got a combo plate from the local Taqueria, a relleno, beef enchilada, tamale, rice and beans. Shouldn't be ordering when I'm hungry. I'll reheat it awhile.

 

[drsaltzman]

That's a cool idea!

Yes, very unique.
Never seen it done that way.
Looks good.

 

[drsaltzman]

Used to love stopping by here after going to Solvang. They make the best split pea soup. I can't eat it anymore, it gives me heartburn for some stupid reason. http://www.peasoupandersens.net/homeBuellton.html

Been there many times.
And the one further north too.
From Wikipedia:
It is no longer a Pea Soup Andersen's, but as of 2019 it is still open and confusing people with their version of split pea soup.
Could explain the heartburn.

 

[raratt]

Been there many times.
And the one further north too.
From Wikipedia:
It is no longer a Pea Soup Andersen's, but as of 2019 it is still open and confusing people with their version of split pea soup.
Could explain the heartburn.

I haven't been there in decades.

 

[420God]

Looking at getting some Japanese chef knives. Right now Enso are top of the list since most others seem to be Chinese knock offs. I like the hammered Damascus steel look and functionality. Anybody have other suggestions? Looking at the 100-200$ range for each so I can slowly build a set over time, also gives the gf something to get me since gift shopping is so hard.

 

[drsaltzman]

Looking at getting some Japanese chef knives. Right now Enso are top of the list since most others seem to be Chinese knock offs. I like the hammered Damascus steel look and functionality. Anybody have other suggestions? Looking at the 100-200$ range for each so I can slowly build a set over time, also gives the gf something to get me since gift shopping is so hard.
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A very good inexpensive Japanese line is Tojiro.
The other line I use is Mercer. Also inexpensive.
These were both recommended to me by my knife sharpener and he was spot on.

Tojiro Knives

Shop for Tojiro Knives at Cutlery and More. Direct from Japan, we stock a wide selection of Tojiro DP VG10, their SG2/R2 and hammered series knives. We also offer some exclusive Tojiro knife sets and have low prices on items like the Tojiro DP Gyuto and the popular Tojiro bread knife.

www.cutleryandmore.com

You can also get them on Amazon, or if you have a local cutlery place they'll have them too.
A Nakiri is the best veggie chopping knife out there.

 

[shnkrmn]

Looking at getting some Japanese chef knives. Right now Enso are top of the list since most others seem to be Chinese knock offs. I like the hammered Damascus steel look and functionality. Anybody have other suggestions? Looking at the 100-200$ range for each so I can slowly build a set over time, also gives the gf something to get me since gift shopping is so hard.
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How large are your hands? I find my knuckles hit the cutting board with some Japanese chef knives because there is no room for my meat hook hands to hold. The older I get the worse the problem.. My old Henckel still fits.

I have a Mercer serrated knife that is awesome and cheap.

 

[420God]

How large are your hands? I find my knuckles hit the cutting board with some Japanese chef knives because there is no room for my meat hook hands to hold. The older I get the worse the problem.. My old Henckel still fits.

I have a Mercer serrated knife that is awesome and cheap.

I have smaller hands being Japanese myself. Never had that problem with any knives I've used.

 

[420God]

Made sushi tonight with smoked salmon, Avocado and cream cheese inside and crab meat, tempura flakes and spicy mayo outside.

 

[Metasynth]

Looking at getting some Japanese chef knives. Right now Enso are top of the list since most others seem to be Chinese knock offs. I like the hammered Damascus steel look and functionality. Anybody have other suggestions? Looking at the 100-200$ range for each so I can slowly build a set over time, also gives the gf something to get me since gift shopping is so hard.
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I’ve never used an Enso, but I own a couple Shun blades that are super functional, and have a great edge. They’re made in Japan and readily available in stores here.

And once upon a time I had a knife from Sur La Table by Miyabi. Handmade in Seki City, Japan…the samurai sword city. Super sexy, even down to the mosaic pins in the handles, and surprisingly affordable. I dunno why I got rid of that blade…