So...whats for dinner?

eric95us

Happy birthday Carole's DH! :-)

Yes, it was the Grand Canyon, and I'm going again next week. I did the original work for designing the cell phone coverage at the canyon and the park service wanted minimal coverage below the rim. When I'd go on vacation, I'd get the standard, "I know you're going on vacation, but leave your phone on so we can call if we need you".....So I wanted even less than minimal coverage and I must say I "did good". For these trips, someone staying up top, either Sharon or "the other half of my brain" (test daughters' dad) gets my phone and if something important happens, they can call me on the 2-way radio.

Last night was the last of the curfews, so I can go back to running at night. Yesterday it was usually cool, 93F at 7pm, so I went running then. It wasn't too bad, as defined by my shoes were not making squishing sounds when I walked back into the house. These lower temperatures won't last much longer, so if the curfew had been extended, I would have had to run on a treadmill in a gym. Gyms are still on the reservation system as masks and cardio exercise don't go well together, so gym exercise can get "interesting".

Beave, I like that picture...PLEEEEEEESEEEEEE drop something so I can clean it up for you!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! PLEASSSSSSSSSSSSSSEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEE! I want to show you how good I am at cleaning up for you. "My" dogs are the same. :-)

Most of the steak sandwiches I've had seem to be lower quality meats that depend on thin slices and lots of spices to hide the meat quality...and are usually, like you said.....Meh...

We actually went out to eat tonight....semi-fast food. One can sit down to eat and the food is prepared only after the order is made, but everything on the menu is designed to go from "refrigerator to plate in 4-5 minutes". Besides Sharon and I, there was only one other couple "dining" in. The rest were going through the drive through line.

ChiSandy

Leftover sirloin (mediocre, but some Smith & Wollensky steak sauce helped), Caesar salad with jicama instead of croutons; and a couple of mini-lumpia and a little pansit Bob brought home from the office--cooked by his partner, who is Filipina.

carolehalston

We enjoyed our patio dining at the Boulders last night. There were only six tables, spaced apart and one server wearing a loose mask. One young girl assisting her. And the owner was handling the bar. Normally there are a couple of bartenders since drinks are a big thing.

We both had the wedge salad with their delicious house-made blue cheese dressing. I had the pan fried walleye and dh had the lamb shank. Dessert was a slice of carrot cake, dh's favorite. We were home at dusk and didn't have to avoid any deer.

Togethertolearn

I also drank a full bottle of wine with dinner last night. New set of wine via Groupon. I only like pink wine usually but Oliver Winery has an amazing honey wine, the best wine I've ever had.

ChiSandy

Breakfast was half a BLT (1 sl. low-carb multigrain toast, guac, lettuce, tomato and 1 sl. bacon). Dinner was more Filipino leftovers: pork skewers, mini-lumpia, pansit (chicken & veg.). Delicious. But I can't do that very often because of the carbs. Dessert was keto cereal with almond milk.

M0mmyof3

leftovers tonight. It’s going to be too hot to cook.

carolehalston

Hot dogs and a small can of Bush beans for DH.

Fingers crossed that the woman who came to look at our small fishing boat will show up this morning with the money for payment. We had it up for sale all last summer with no success in selling it. Response to the Market Place ad this summer was immediate.

SpecialK

Dinner two nights ago was the naughty meatloaf I have previously referenced, decided to take photos of the stages of development, lol! This is my first photo collage, so while it looks like the meatloaf gets bigger in each photo, it really doesn’t... we had oven roasted potatoes and a butter lettuce salad. DH will enjoy a meatloaf sandwich for lunch today on some nice ciabatta.

Dinner last night was chili dogs and waffle fries. We are being very bad. DD came over for a bit and picked the wrong time to need her dad to help her reattach the awning to the side of her lifted SUV. She recently sold the rooftop pop-up tent, is waiting for the new and improved one, but decided, right at dinner time of course, to put the awning back on. The upside is that said awning is no longer in my garage - yay! Parking in the garage again has been fantastic - it has been a rainy last week.

Not sure what dinner tonight will entail. We need to be at DD’s to get the first of several window replacement quotes. The house was renovated but they didn’t replace the crank windows, which I suspect are the originals from 1957. The corners are not at all sealed so termites and hurricanes can get in. The repairs to the floor damaged by the washer leak are complete, turned out great and all is back in place. I believe the windows will be an expensive one day endeavor - at least I hope it’s just one day!

lacey - loved the pics of the b-day celebration, so adorable and creative! So very glad you were able to be there.

Happy belated b-day to carole’s DH, your dinner out sounds delish!

I braved the hair salon for cut and color. Mainly because I didn’t cancel the appt (I didn’t make it, the salon assigned it to me after I canceled the previous one in May) Very interesting experience, and they are being very thorough. I waited outside until they opened the door for me, already had my mask on. I stood on a dot just inside the door where I was instructed to use the hand sanitizer from a dispenser and had my temp taken. I had to answer three questions, had I been outside the country, been in contact with anyone who tested positive, and did I feel well. Waited on my dot for my hairdresser to get me. Went to her chair, which she sprayed down before I got in. Wore a cape instead of the usual color robe. Took off my fabric mask and put on a disposable one since my hair would be colored. Shampoo stations were separated by plexiglass and sprayed down between clients,and everyone in the large space was separated by way more than six feet. Contactless payment. I was a bit nervous, but I thought they were well prepared, and my gray hair is gone!

M0mmyof3

Making beef stroganoff on Friday night. That day will mark 16 years of marriage for me and the hubby.

ChiSandy

Mazel tov, M0mmy!

M0mmyof3

Thanks Sandy. Every anniversary is special to me since I was diagnosed. He may drive me nuts on occasion, but I wouldn’t trade him for anyone else!

MinusTwo

Thought with all the heat you all might enjoy this recipe. I was looking for something to do with my Eagle Brand milk.

Carole - good luck on the boat sale. Special - is that BBQ sauce on the outside of the meatloaf? Mommy - happy anniversary!!!

No-Churn Mixed Berry Soft-Serve
Makes: 3 1/2 cups Total Time: 15 minutes

1 1/2 pounds frozen mixed berries
3/4 cup sweetened condensed milk
1/2 tsp vanilla extract
Kosher salt

In a food processor, pulse the fruit with the
sweetened condensed milk, vanilla and a generous
pinch of salt until the fruit is finely
chopped. Puree until desired smoothness, 2
to 3 minutes (I like small chunks of the fruit,
but if you like it smoother, process longer).
Scrape down the side of the bowl as needed.

Serve immediately or transfer to a metal loaf
pan, cover and freeze until just firm.

Chef's Notes: This can be frozen for up to 1
week. Let stand at room temperature for 10
minutes before serving.

M0mmyof3

Thanks Minus.

SpecialK

chisandy - belated condolences on the passing of your doc, so sad.

mommy - congrats on your anniversary! Every year is sweet, right?

minus - I bake the meatloaf for about 45 mins, then glaze it with a mixture of chili sauce or ketchup, dry yellow mustard, and brown sugar, then continue baking for 15 or 20 minutes. I want the glaze to “set” but not stay in the oven long enough to burn.

M0mmyof3

It sure is, Special

ChiSandy

French omelet for brunch (after we got back from the vet): 3 small eggs, herbs from the garden, gruyère, and a dollop of chêvre.

Dinner was a grilled grass-fed ribeye and Vidalia onion, roasted broccoli, jicama salad, and tomatoes with basil. Bob & I can easily share an 8-oz steak.

Togethertolearn

Tonight we ordered local Tex-Mex. $5.99 for burrito chips and pop. Free delivery so nice treat yum! Tomorrow - who knows? Hopefully I'll figure it out before dinner

eric95us

Happy anniversary tomorrow, Mommy!!! :-)

Tonight was spent at DD's new apartment, helping to move stuff and put together furniture. We just got home. Tomorrow she comes over here to dog sit while we're up at the Grand Canyon for my work.

It's going to be busy tomorrow getting the stuff ready so we can leave Saturday for the Grand Canyon work.

M0mmyof3

Thanks Eric!

Got everything I need to make for dinner tonight

SpecialK

eric - is DD local? So exciting to see her start her post-collegiate life!

carolehalston

Happy Anniversary, Mommy!

What a great work location, Eric.

I know DH would love that meatloaf since bacon and meatloaf are two of his favorite foods. I am making meatloaf more often this last year.

Yes, we sold the boat. The first person who came and looked at it. She bargained dh down a few hundred but not as low as we would have been willing to go. I think she got a good deal on a good boat that should give a lot of service even if it won't win a beauty contest.

Dinner last night was one of our delicious romaine salads with many ingredients and leftover pasta with meat sauce. I stirred in a good amount of grated romano cheese before warming the pasta dish in microwave. I love easy prep dinners.

auntienance

Happy anniversary to your and your DH Mommy.

Things are happening here including a lot of stress. Inspections and appraisals completed, inspection items are being resolved. Yesterday we found a place to live - a large 3 bed 2 bath apartment in area where we would like to buy a house. Requires only a 6 month lease, which unfortunately means moving in the miiddle of winter but we’ll work it out. After the lease is up we can rent month by month if we have to. Now we have to find movers and a storage unit large enough to accommodate all that we can’t take - washer, dryer, freezer, some furniture and everything in the basement and garage. My head is spinning.

Freezers must be emptied so that’s where food is coming from. The options are becoming more limited. Tonight will probably be something with ground beef. Since you all are talking about it, maybe meatloaf

SpecialK

carole - congrats on the boat sale!

auntie - moving is a LOT, right? Having done it a lot also I am very familiar with the weird meals made from ingredients that need using up before leaving. Maybe we should write a cookbook that specializes in that, lol! One of my go-to dinners when I have some ground beef and no plan is taco salad - I usually have greens and veggies, some tortilla chips or even taco shells I can crush, some cheese, and taco sauce. Avocado and sour cream are bonus items! Hang in there, and look forward to finding the perfect new house!

Beaverntx

MOmmy, happy anniversary to you and DH.

Carole, congrats on selling your boat, no one says a fishing boat needs to win any contests for its good looks.

Meatloaf, taco salad-- both on our menu over the last week. Still working on finishing the meatloaf as well as the potato salad I made to go with. Potato salad is my mother's recipe and starts with 5 lbs of potatoes so we get to "enjoy" it for many days. Generally only make it once a summer unless feeding a group which doesn't look too likely this year.

Nance, glad you found a place to lay your heads while you house hunt. Moving is hectic no matter when or how you do it!

Eric, stay safe at work. How hot is it at the Canyon?

Moonflwr912

Hello All! I know I dont get to chat with everyone all the time, but welcome to those I havent met! Wow, so many changes, moving, jobs, houses. Life is sure happening right now. My Son and wife just sold their little house, and bought a bigger one, theres not much on the market, and what there is, goes fast. My DD2 DH just git laid off permanently ( thats how his company phrased it!) She's still working 2 days a week, but is picking up more days, which mean we babysit more. Millie us growing up fast, but lives to tag after her Sister, so its a bit easier keeping her busy now. Mothers Day pic, they came because we take care if them during the week, so didn't need to distance from them! LOL

Glad you made it to MN, Carole. SpecialK, that meatloaf looks great! Lacey, love the pics. ChiSandy, sorry about your doctor. And your things going wonky! It always happens with more than 1, they never go alone, they need friends in misery! LOL!

And, stay safe. We are north of Milwaukee, where there has been some bad apples, but mostly real protests. and its been pretty quiet around here. Protests were quiet here in Port Washington, and Graduation Car Parades were also held for the High Schools in the area. We had some real bad weather, trees down, a bit of flooding, but not too bad. The picture is of our harbor in town after the heavy rains. No, I didn't take it, but it looks like hope!

Supper last night was meatloaf! LOL. I used almost the same glaze as Special, but for my DD2 and family, made it with monkfruit sweetener, for keto. Used 4 lb of gr. Beef, 1 for us, 3# for her family. I roasted carrots and potato for us, and her family. Made a ricotta puff for her side, and, while I was at it, 1 for DH and my breakfast. I put in a bit of onion and green pepper and some sausage with cheese. It turned out great. Tonight will be leftovers, which is nice.

MinusTwo

Nance - great news that you've found an apartment. When do you have to be out of the house?

Carole - agree w/congrats on selling the boat. I hate not having a boat - although it's now been 30 years since I've had one. So I guess I hate the idea of not having a boat.

Moon - great to 'see' you. The harbor picture is spectacular.

Beaver - so glad we are in agreement that quality of life is important and so is the wine (even if it was on another thread). Where did you live in CA? I was raised in the SF Bay area LONG before silicon valley

Eric - can't believe your DD is through with college. Please tell us she's just moving out of the dorms into her own place?

Mommy - I'll raise a glass in your honor tonight.

Made my favorite summer "salad" - lime jello chilled then whip with mayo and add avocado pieces, crushed pineapple, cashew nuts. I usually add celery, but since i didn't have any I added an apple chopped into really small pieces. Turned out to give just the right 'crunch'.

Beaverntx

Minus, your salad sounds good!

We first lived in Orange County while working, then moved to San Luis Obispo County for several years before deciding to move closer to grandkids.

MinusTwo

Ah ha Beaver - so you were closed to Special K's neck of the woods.

Happy weekend everyone.

ChiSandy

Nancy, the apt. sounds just right--big enough not to be cramped, small enough to be relatively easy to housekeep. Hope the move (and the search for storage) goes smoothly. I get hives just thinking about moving...even though it's been 33 years since our last move.

Monica, great to hear from you again! Upside of rain is a rainbow--and what a lovely one in your harbor!

Carole, congrats on being able to sell the boat.

Tonight it was way too chilly to go out to eat (literally "out," as restaurants in Chi. still can't do indoor dining), so we ordered from Cellars instead: salmon Caesar for me, fish & chips for Bob, and a side of sauteed Brussels sprouts.

eric95us

Yes, going from her and 3 roommates apartment to another place where it's her and a friend/roommate. It's about 20 miles from our house.