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Lovely Bloke · 24-06-2015 07:44AM

Cool, just had a proper mooch around the site, think we'll head up on Sunday alright.

The Hill Billy · 24-06-2015 09:46AM

I may see you at the beer stall then.

Lovely Bloke · 24-06-2015 10:04AM

The Hill Billy wrote: »

I may see you at the beer stall then.

Say hello if you see me. I can't see any details about the stalls on the site.

Now, to convince the mrs to drive.

corblimey · 24-06-2015 10:30AM

First steak in an airfyer last night. Steak was basically perfect, had it 'resting' on a bed of onion and garlic which were either scorched to bugger (for those that wandered out of cover) or undercooked, the bigger slices were practically raw. It was a bit of a kludge as well cos I like chips with my steak, so they needed to be cooked separately. I think in future, chips in the airfryer, steak and onion and garlic in the ould cast iron skillet.

StripedBoxers · 24-06-2015 07:16PM

Hi all

Just looking for some advice - I have some lasagne in the freezer and forgot to defrost it for dinner tonight so want to cook it from frozen. Has anyone any idea what temps/times I should cook it for?

Its the carrolls lasagne

I usually defrost it before cooking so have no idea about cooking from frozen. I looked on the back of the packaging and can't see anything about cooking from frozen.

BaZmO* · 24-06-2015 07:35PM

StripedBoxers wrote: »

Hi all

Just looking for some advice - I have some lasagne in the freezer and forgot to defrost it for dinner tonight so want to cook it from frozen. Has anyone any idea what temps/times I should cook it for?

Its the carrolls lasagne

I usually defrost it before cooking so have no idea about cooking from frozen. I looked on the back of the packaging and can't see anything about cooking from frozen.

I used to make Shepherds Pie in batches and put them into foil trays and freeze them. I'd then cook them from frozen. It's been a while since I've done it but I think I used to cook them at 180-200 for 45-60mins.

tampopo · 24-06-2015 08:33PM

fwiw, there'll be a Dublin 8 C & R mini-Meet up in the Patriots Inn tomorrow evening. We're going to the comedy effort and will eat there aswell. Come one, come all, etc etc. Won't be staying late, work at 11pm.

kylith · 24-06-2015 09:46PM

WOO! I can totally make this one! What time?

rubadub · 25-06-2015 09:12AM

StripedBoxers wrote: »

Its the carrolls lasagne

I usually defrost it before cooking so have no idea about cooking from frozen.

Probably too late now, but those carrolls ones are already cooked, so you are just reheating so no worry about it being properly cooked. I would have defrosted it in the microwave a bit and then put it back in the tray and into the oven. After a while I would cut it down the middle and move the 2 bits apart so it heats more evenly. I do this with them normally anyway as its so dense it takes a good while for the centre to heat.

tesco often show cooking instructions, though I would not follow these as I reckon the outside would be cremated.
http://www.tesco.ie/groceries/Product/Details/?id=261507439

Usage
Oven cook (From Chilled): Remove all outer packaging. Preheat the oven to 180°C (Gas Mark 4) and cook the product for 25 minutes.
Ensure the product is fully heated before serving.

Microwave (From Chilled): Remove all outer packaging and put the contents on a plate. Cover the plate and put in the microwave (900 W) for 5 minutes. Ensure the product is fully heated before serving.

Suitable for home freezing.

Freeze on day of purchase. For freezing guidelines, refer to freezer manufacturer's handbook. Use within one month; place the product directly from the freezer into the oven and double the indicated heating time.

tampopo · 25-06-2015 01:27PM

kylith wrote: »

WOO! I can totally make this one! What time?

I'm meeting at 7, most likely leave when it's over. I think, 9.30.

see you there, hopefully!

MissFlitworth · 25-06-2015 02:09PM

I'm on a Forcible Homestay necessitated by it not being payday till tomorrow, have a lovely evening

kylith · 25-06-2015 02:19PM

tampopo wrote: »

I'm meeting at 7, most likely leave when it's over. I think, 9.30.

see you there, hopefully!

So, about 7 in the Patriot?

Gloomtastic! · 25-06-2015 02:32PM

Have a good night folks, I'm babysitting.

tampopo · 25-06-2015 05:49PM

kylith wrote: »

So, about 7 in the Patriot?

Yes, I'm meeting her indoors outside and heading in then.
I see by the sign that the show starts at 9.15. I may not wait till the end at all at all.

juke · 25-06-2015 06:18PM

Hey all, I'm planning on trying a Domimi Kemp bread recipe from the Irish Times.

Recipe tells me to line the tin. Bake for 45 minutes, then remove from the tin and bake for another 15 on a rack, so it can dry out.

Does that mean remove the bread from the lining also - I'm guessing it will stick to it (knowing my luck)?

kylith · 25-06-2015 06:27PM

tampopo wrote: »

Yes, I'm meeting her indoors outside and heading in then.
I see by the sign that the show starts at 9.15. I may not wait till the end at all at all.

Cool. Am on my way. See you in about 15

Dizzyblonde · 25-06-2015 07:11PM

juke wrote: »

Hey all, I'm planning on trying a Domimi Kemp bread recipe from the Irish Times.

Recipe tells me to line the tin. Bake for 45 minutes, then remove from the tin and bake for another 15 on a rack, so it can dry out.

Does that mean remove the bread from the lining also - I'm guessing it will stick to it (knowing my luck)?

Yes I'd imagine so.

juke · 25-06-2015 07:31PM

Dizzyblonde wrote: »

Yes I'd imagine so.

Thanks Db, I'm not much of a bread maker (as in never) so the potential for disaster is great. That said it a seed/nut low carb. recipe so I'm not even sure it can be classed as bread :pac:

Dizzyblonde · 25-06-2015 08:39PM

juke wrote: »

Thanks Db, I'm not much of a bread maker (as in never) so the potential for disaster is great. That said it a seed/nut low carb. recipe so I'm not even sure it can be classed as bread :pac:

Well if this gives you a hankering to branch out, there's a bread making megathread in the Cakes & Bakes forum

cee_jay · 25-06-2015 08:57PM

juke wrote: »

Thanks Db, I'm not much of a bread maker (as in never) so the potential for disaster is great. That said it a seed/nut low carb. recipe so I'm not even sure it can be classed as bread :pac:

Have you got a recipe please?

juke · 25-06-2015 09:21PM

Dizzyblonde wrote: »

Well if this gives you a hankering to branch out, there's a bread making megathread in the Cakes & Bakes forum

Ah ha, I figured there must be, but I searched the wrong forum

.

cee_jay wrote: »

Have you got a recipe please?

http://www.irishtimes.com/life-and-style/food-and-drink/recipes/no-grain-nut-kale-and-seed-bread-1.2237770

Not long out of the oven - mine needed about 20 minutes extra, it was very wet. Tasty though.

(And for anyone that cares, 13 portions works out at 230 calories, 8g Carb, 18g fat, 7g protein).

The Black Oil · 26-06-2015 08:50AM

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:eek:

BaZmO* · 26-06-2015 09:04AM

The Black Oil wrote: »

:eek:

You'll either love it or hate it!

Dizzyblonde · 26-06-2015 10:12AM

I'd be willing to taste that Vegemite chocolate

MissFlitworth, when I saw this recipe for cheese fried in a waffle iron I thought of you....

http://www.seriouseats.com/recipes/2015/01/how-to-waffle-iron-fried-cheese-queso-frito-recipe.html

Jawgap · 28-06-2015 04:33PM

This course is running again. I did it last year and it's excellent......

HarvardX: SPU27x Science & Cooking: From Haute Cuisine to Soft Matter Science

Lovely Bloke · 29-06-2015 07:10AM

Had a great day out at Flavours of Fingal yesterday, fantastic set-up.

I never got a real "foodie" vibe at the place, it was more of an agricultural show where you could get some tasty food and drinks.

The first field, with the livestock, new farm machinery, equestrian, and food and craft tents was pretty cool, loads of space to wander around and stand at fences to look at whatever was going on. My 14 month old boy loved being able to touch the animals at the small petting area - and he's fascinated with horses too, we got there early and the smaller horses were being paraded by their young riders, nice and slowly around, he had a great time.

On into the next field where the bouncy castle-type things were set up, not much for the very young there, but the older kids seemed to be having a great time - all included in the entry fee too, so that was particularly great.

The walled garden was where the catering food stalls were set up, just enough space for the number of people there, and the choice was pretty good and plenty of space between the kiosks so nobody was on top of each other.

A great family day out, I went with my wife and son, my parents and my brother and his wife and child too.

BaZmO* · 29-06-2015 12:52PM

I was there yesterday too. Didn't realise you had to pay in so was fairly unimpressed when got in and thought the main area was all there was. A couple of burger vans, a guy on a stage shouting instructions at a bunch of kids, a food tent, some pens with some farm animals, and some tractors. It was all very Craggy Island.

The walled garden area was great. Lots of food places, a stage with some bands playing some great music and lots of things for kids to do. I loved the birds of prey display.

Food wise I had some amazing pulled beef in a rich gravy served with creamy mash and crispy onions. It was a really decent helping too and only €5. I noticed the Indian place that does be down at Electric Picnic was there too. Although they seemed to have raised their prices a bit.

The lads from Stone Barrel Brewing along with a new brewery (whose name escapes me) launching their Pilgrim beer. EDIT- Wood Key Brewing

It was great day, and the weather held up too which was an added bonus.

beertons · 30-06-2015 07:46AM

Dropped my knives into the butchers on Friday for a sharpening. Picked them up yesterday, like brand new. A great knife he said, come here and I'll show you how to keep the edge on them.

Lovely Bloke · 30-06-2015 12:31PM

did they charge you?

The Hill Billy · 01-07-2015 08:50AM

Mrs Billy & The Kids are away for a few days. Am wracking my brains trying to think of something indulgent to cook myself for dinner that I don't usually get to cook.

After 6 months of being back home, I've gotten so used to either having my meals cooked for me during the week or me cooking "family favourites" at the weekends - I just can't think of what I want to cook for myself. Arrrgggghhhh!!!

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