The Easy Food Thread

[BIV]

I can't cook for shit. I'm just not good. So I am forced to be creative with my cooking. I spent a lot of time in front of a hot George Forman Grill or Sandwich Master and my microwave is my best friend.

So I get this idea, how about a thread on how to make easy, but tasty food?

Let me share my latest trick; go buy Ziplock Steamer Bags. They rule.

Put frozen or fresh veggies in the bag, seal, and you have crispy, steamed veggies in a couple minutes.

Get pre-cooked shrimp or shrimp scampy and seal them in the bag. A few minutes later you have shrimp goodness.

Eggs in the microwave? Yup. Just scramble the eggs in a bowl and pour it in.

I also get fancy and such with the eggs. In a separate dish mix two eggs, 1 1/2 tablespoon of a cheese chip dip, some grated cheese, chopped onion, sausage bits or any other veggie or meat you like in omelets. Season to taste. Mix well and pour into the steamer bag. About four minutes later you have fluffy omelet goodness.



So share. I'm hungry and only have about five minutes to make food. ;)

[maz]

Fuckin' Starvin

Biv we got any steamer bag omelets back there :icon_mrgr

[BIV]

Fuckin' Starvin

Biv we got any steamer bag omelets back there :icon_mrgr

Sorry, we're fresh out.

[maz]

seriously though

i'm gonna pick up some of them bags
thanks for the heads up

[BIV]

They rule. The other day I had a sositch patty on the Foreman, eggs in the steamer and once the eggs were done a 15 second zap finished the precooked bacon. Some toast and OJ and I was golden.

[maz]

sositch and bacon ?

now you're just being cruel

[LiddyRules]

Stir Fry. Got vegetables that are just about to turn? Meat? Just heat up a skillet throw in some oil and mix things around. Add some sort of easy sauce (I don't know them off hand but if you look them up they're easy but not necessary, I rarely use them). Make some Chinese rice noodles or rice and there you go.

[BIV]

Stir Fry. Got vegetables that are just about to turn? Meat? Just heat up a skillet throw in some oil and mix things around. Add some sort of easy sauce (I don't know them off hand but if you look them up they're easy but not necessary, I rarely use them). Make some Chinese rice noodles or rice and there you go.
Okay...skillet. Hmmm....those are the things you put on a stove, right?:icon_lol:

[LiddyRules]

Okay...skillet. Hmmm....those are the things you put on a stove, right?:icon_lol: I learned that a skillet and frying pan are essentially the same thing like 6 months ago. Needless to say, I was quite dismayed.

[Flea_Man]

Easy Mac. College guy's best friend.

[BIV]

Easy Mac. College guy's best friend.

Poor man's hamburger helper. Get a micro safe bowl. Put a ball of sositch in it. Microwave in 15 second intervals, stirring between each cooking. When sositch is done, cook the easy mac and drain the sositch. Stir together. Done.

[Flea_Man]

Poor man's hamburger helper. Get a micro safe bowl. Put a ball of sositch in it. Microwave in 15 second intervals, stirring between each cooking. When sositch is done, cook the easy mac and drain the sositch. Stir together. Done.

I prefer Lean Ca-zine.

[oandapartycock]

Let me share my latest trick; go buy Ziplock Steamer Bags. They rule.


Stay away from the ones made in Cleveland.:icon_eek:



But seriously folks...:rolleyes:

I like keeping Pasta Roni on hand, especially the Alfredo flavor. In less than 10 minutes and one pot you can have Shrimp Alfredo by throwing a few of them in there.

The Olive Oil & Italian Herb flavor is great when you have leftover chicken the same way.

I also shared this recipe in the "Dip" thread a while back:
Take a peckidge of cream cheese (lite or regular) and mix with Herdez canned salsas. Go red or green depending on your taste. It's best if you use an electric mixer so you can get it really whippy.

[Hey_Asshole]

scramble those eggs, and add 2 tablespoons of salsa, throw in a pan or nuke....awesome!

Crock pots are good to. Throw in some meat, veggies and taters before you go to work, and its ready when you get home.

[BIV]

scramble those eggs, and add 2 tablespoons of salsa, throw in a pan or nuke....awesome!
Throw in some sositch and add to a flour tor-till-ya for breakfast burrito goodness.


Crock pots are good to. Throw in some meat, veggies and taters before you go to work, and its ready when you get home.

I really need to get a crock pot. See the cajun cooking thread. Mmmmm....gumbo.....

[tysonpunchinguterus]

Open box of Frosted Flakes, pour into bowl, add milk. Viola!

[Jambi]

Find yourself a woman who can cook.... and enjoys cooking. Otherwise you'll clog your arteries or malnourish yourself.

[Kris_LTRMa]

Poor man's hamburger helper. Get a micro safe bowl. Put a ball of sositch in it. Microwave in 15 second intervals, stirring between each cooking. When sositch is done, cook the easy mac and drain the sositch. Stir together. Done.

Nuke some spimmach & mix it in ... now you've got all your food groups. Yummy too

[Jambi]

Poor man's hamburger helper. Hamburger Helper is poor man's food to begin with. If you're eating poor man's Hamburger Helper, that's just sad. Tippy Tom eats better than that. :action-sm

[Sam_Adams]

Toast yourself two slices of honey wheat bread, buy a couple little asian sauce bowls similar to these http://www.shopjapan.ca/Merchant2/graphics/00000002/TM-201-thm.jpg and then break open an egg in each bowl.

Take a toothpick and pop the yolk so it doesn't explode, sprinkle with a little pepper and salt, place in a microwave for about 40 seconds per egg on high, slap some jelly on your toast and scoop your eggs out of their saucers and onto the toast.

You now have a quick fried egg sandwich without having to mess up a skillet and load up with butter.

I experimented with this combo so I could wake up and make a quick breakfast before my classes in college.

[Jambi]

Toast yourself two slices of honey wheat bread, buy a couple little asian sauce bowls similar to these http://www.shopjapan.ca/Merchant2/graphics/00000002/TM-201-thm.jpg and then break open an egg in each bowl.

Take a toothpick and pop the yolk so it doesn't explode, sprinkle with a little pepper and salt, place in a microwave for about 40 seconds per egg on high, slap some jelly on your toast and scoop your eggs out of their saucers and onto the toast.

You now have a quick fried egg sandwich without having to mess up a skillet and load up with butter.

I experimented with this combo so I could wake up and make a quick breakfast before my classes in college.Sounds delicious except for the jelly. Toast with eggs is good, toast with jelly is good, but toast with eggs and jelly doesn't sound appealing to me.

[BIV]

Hamburger Helper is poor man's food to begin with. If you're eating poor man's Hamburger Helper, that's just sad. Tippy Tom eats better than that. :action-sm

But Hamburger helper requires a pan. If you have to use a pan in this thread, you lose.

Sounds delicious except for the jelly. Toast with eggs is good, toast with jelly is good, but toast with eggs and jelly doesn't sound appealing to me.
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[Sinn Fein]

I got a kickass waffle-iron, so I can make a waffle pretty damn quick if I am hungry and don't want to expend alot of time/effort.

[HummerTuesdays]

a can of chocolate frosting, a bag of chocolate chips. combine in microwave safe bowl. heat in 30 second intervals & stir well in between. Continue until melted & well blended. Allow to cool.

Easiest fudge I've ever made. And feel free to experiment with different chips. :)

[Nurse Trixie]

MMMMMMMmmmmmmmmmm........... soooooooooo gooooood!

[maz]

I got a kickass waffle-iron, so I can make a waffle pretty damn quick if I am hungry and don't want to expend alot of time/effort.

i got one of them waffle irons
it was here when i bought the house

never used it
how do ya make waffle mix ?

[Glenn Dandy]

Nuke a potato.

ellios pizza (toaster oven)


eggs and anything with hot sauce.


beer.

[tysonpunchinguterus]

Buy the Bisquick shake 'n pour things where you just add water to a container of mix and shake it.

i got one of them waffle irons
it was here when i bought the house

never used it
how do ya make waffle mix ?

[Glenn Dandy]

Evanders ear.

Fixed.

[SurlyTruckDrivr]

Nuke a potato.

ellios pizza (toaster oven)


eggs and anything with hot sauce.


beer.
yup, nuke a potato, grill some chicken and veggies like zucchini or yellow squash if you like that shit, quick and easy

[maz]

Buy the Bisquick shake 'n pour things where you just add water to a container of mix and shake it.

cool
i'll look for it
thanks bud

[maz]

try the DiGiorno's Supreme , Prez

much better than Ellio's
although i grew up on that stuff

just took one out of the oven

[Sam_Adams]

try the DiGiorno's Supreme , Prez

much better than Ellio's
although i grew up on that stuff

just took one out of the oven

I just took a Freschetta pizza out. I let it cook for about 2:30 too long though. It's not fucked however and still edible.

[maz]

i'm sure you'll salvage it Sam

[SurlyTruckDrivr]

try the DiGiorno's Supreme , Prez

much better than Ellio's
although i grew up on that stuff

just took one out of the ovenyeah, those digiorno's are great, haven't had one in a while, but one of these weekends when I get off this good eating kick for a day..


i'm sure you'll salvage it Sam
I couldn't read this line and not hear Jimsy reading it in my mind.

[maz]

:icon_mrgr

[oandapartycock]

You should really invest in a decent toaster oven for about $30. Much better for reheating stuff like leftover or frozen pizzas, steaks, chicken, whatever. Nuked foods like bread and tortillas seem too chewey and makes meat tough.

They make quick and easy quesadillas too.
I also love making quick and easy garlic bread from sammich rolls from the 99 cent store cut in half. Either mix minced garlic or sprinkle garlic powder with some butter, spread, and top with parmesan and a little paprika and toast.

[Sinn Fein]

i got one of them waffle irons
it was here when i bought the house

never used it
how do ya make waffle mix ?

Buy the Bisquick shake 'n pour things where you just add water to a container of mix and shake it.

We got the dry mix in a box. I just pour some into a bowl, add water and mix it up. I just eyeball it. I never measure. At this point I got it nailed as to how much mix I need to make one waffle.

I just came across this - it looks cool as hell. The name alone makes it great:

Batter Blaster (http://www.batterblaster.com/)

http://www.coolest-gadgets.com/wp-content/uploads/batterblater.jpg

It's a new product and they don't have nationwide distribution yet:

At this time, Batter Blaster is available in the following states:
AZ, CA, NV, OR, WA and in Meijer Stores in IL, IN, KY, MI, OH.

I already got a Batter Blaster, but it's not really useful for making breakfast.

El o el!

The video and the theme song is fucking hysterical.

[maz]

You should really invest in a decent toaster oven for about $30. Much better for reheating stuff like leftover or frozen pizzas, steaks, chicken, whatever. Nuked foods like bread and tortillas seem too chewey and makes meat tough.

They make quick and easy quesadillas too.
I also love making quick and easy garlic bread from sammich rolls from the 99 cent store cut in half. Either mix minced garlic or sprinkle garlic powder with some butter, spread, and top with parmesan and a little paprika and toast.

I agree
i use the toaster oven
for everything
that'll fit in there
don't use the microwave much anymore
takes a little longer
but much better
and fuck firing up the big oven
only when cooking a whole pizza

[maz]

Thanks Sinn
if that Batter Blaster is powered by nitrous oxide
i gotta get a case
getting high and eatin' waffles
that would rule

[Kris_LTRMa]

I've got a sandwich maker (http://www.amazon.com/Proctor-Silex-25400-Maker-Sandwich-Toaster/dp/B00004X13E) ... best thing ever. I've made pizza pockets for the boys & popovers at the office.

And if you've got the room for it, invest in a Convection Toaster Oven/Broiler. (http://www.amazon.com/Cuisinart-TOB-165-Convection-Toaster-Broiler/dp/B00004YNX2) They go for about $150 for a smaller one but it's really worth the $$.

[Chino Kapone]

http://www.amazon.com/Man-Can-Plan-Great-Meals/dp/1579546072 (a man a can a plan)

A man a can a plan by men's health magazine. Just an easy to use book.

[thelord68]

Since I'm on a protein kick... I do use the Foreman grill, but its just as fast and easy to use the broiler to make things like pork chops.

Throw them on the broiler pan, sprinkle some salt & pepper, or other seasoning - Lawry's Perfect Seasoning is awesome. 5 minutes a side and done. Just as fast, if not faster, than throwing a pizza in there. I make a enough for a couple of days, then just nuke the leftover ones to reheat.

[distortion9]

This thread makes baby Bourdain cry....you're like a bunch of animals.

[LiddyRules]

This thread makes baby Bourdain cry....you're like a bunch of animals. Actually, this thread shows two distinct people.

You have those who when they go easy still use real food. Their easy is something like eggs or seasoning a chicken and broil it.

Then you have people whose easy is Ramen noodles, Ellios pizza and Waffle-in-a-Can.

Much better for reheating stuff like leftover or frozen pizzas, steaks, chicken, whatever. Nuked foods like bread and tortillas seem too chewey and makes meat tough. I use my toaster a lot more than my microwave, which is most commonly my timer. And toaster oven. I never got those slice-toasters. What if you want a toasted muffin? You're fucked.

[NoSurviivors]

Name of this thread should be changed to 'Single & hungry?'

[LiddyRules]

Name of this thread should be changed to 'Single & hungry?' Like Craigs List Ads?

[NikkorTheMonk]

Yes this will also make baby Bourdain cry. But these are super easy recipies with really cheap ingredients and you feel like your getting a real home cooked meal.

for $10 you get pork chops, cream of mushroom soup, rice, toss it all into a crok-pot, and you have hot dinner when you get home and left overs for three more meals.

Available at amazon or borders, wherever you shop.

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[HummerTuesdays]

This thread makes baby Bourdain cry....you're like a bunch of animals.

I love the Food Network and have seen Bourdain's show on the travel channel. Does that man actually cook? I've never seen him do it for the cameras.

Let's call the thread "dining alone." I can cook if I want to, but during the week I don't have time and on the weekends I usually get fed. :)

[Voss's Tumor]

a can of chocolate frosting, a bag of chocolate chips. combine in microwave safe bowl. heat in 30 second intervals & stir well in between. Continue until melted & well blended. Allow to cool.

Easiest fudge I've ever made. And feel free to experiment with different chips. :)

Something tells me this is the official HummerTuesdays "I just got dumped" recipe.

This whole thread makes me laugh my ass off. Way to live up to your stereotypes as single guys, haha. I'm enjoying this as much as I would enjoy Zona titling a thread, "Why I love fried chicken".

[LiddyRules]

I love the Food Network and have seen Bourdain's show on the travel channel. Does that man actually cook? I've never seen him do it for the cameras. Food Network is a great resource for cooking. Most of the meals are easily achievable. It might take some time but it's worth it. I don't know how people can eat microwavable crap or mixes.

[chiapeteater]

I own this....http://i7.photobucket.com/albums/y283/chiapeteater/kco1005ob-largeview.jpg

It cooks baby jews to a nice crisp!Just add seasoning! I like mesquite!

[HummerTuesdays]

Something tells me this is the official HummerTuesdays "I just got dumped" recipe.

Nah. Ice cream is my depression food of choice. Either the local, home made shop or pints of Ben & Jerry's. Although, anything full of fat & carbs is good. :)

I didn't have a microwave for the longest time. Food tastes so much better heated in the oven or on the stove.

[NoSurviivors]

Microwaves suck. I have to get me a new toaster oven.

[BIV]

This thread makes baby Bourdain cry....you're like a bunch of animals.

The first step is admitting you have a problem. Hell, I don't even own pans. And if I did, no one would want to eat what I made in them. This isn't even a matter of lazy to me, it's matter of necessity. My microwave and George Foreman grill keep me from having to go to McDonalds.

[Ballbuster1]

Easiest meal for me: Tuna Helper with a can of french cut green beans and mushrooms added.
One pan, no mess and you get several food groups in one bowl.
Some hot sauce really makes it.

Same thing works well for Hamburger Helper too but I use lean ground
turkey or chicken to cut out the fat.

[distortion9]

Easiest meal for me: Tuna Helper with a can of french cut green beans and mushrooms added.
One pan, no mess and you get several food groups in one bowl.
Some hot sauce really makes it.


Sounds delicious...you should add some beets, milk and venetian blinds to that .

[SurlyTruckDrivr]

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ham steak, potato, frozen veggie, all nukeable and quick, 10 min you're done

[Hey_Asshole]

http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/313EZC03V3L._AA280_.jpg

Also....get one of these and learn how to use it. This is the only wedding gift we got that I love. Walmart (http://www.walmart.com/catalog/product.do?product_id=8467290) sells them for $20 and I have seen them for $10 already.

They make awesome grilled cheese, ham and cheese, egg samiches, omelets, desserts. I scramble some eggs and bacon together and throw it on some bread and throw that in this thing....awesome.

Its great for making a hot meal at work too. I don't just like this thing, I LOVE it.

[BIV]

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ham steak, potato, frozen veggie, all nukeable and quick, 10 min you're done
Cook some of them frozen veggies and add just a bit of peanut butter and some curry powder. Easy as hell and tastes all fancy like.

Love hamsteaks. They work great on the foreman grill as well. They are a nice thing to go witht he tube of ground beef patties I keep in the freezer. Throw ona couple burgers, after a second, lift the grill lid and spice with garlic salt, season salt and McCormick's "Hamburger" seasoning (this stuff rules all). When the burger is almost done, throw the ham on top. Yummers.

[maz]

Sounds delicious...you should add some beets, milk and venetian blinds to that .

laughed out loud at this one

[BIV]

http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/313EZC03V3L._AA280_.jpg

Also....get one of these and learn how to use it. This is the only wedding gift we got that I love. Walmart (http://www.walmart.com/catalog/product.do?product_id=8467290) sells them for $20 and I have seen them for $10 already.

They make awesome grilled cheese, ham and cheese, egg samiches, omelets, desserts. I scramble some eggs and bacon together and throw it on some bread and throw that in this thing....awesome.

Its great for making a hot meal at work too. I don't just like this thing, I LOVE it.
Take large piece of white bread and cut off the crust as close to the crust as possible (going for little waste here).

Pu the bread in the snack/sandwich master and put a dollup of cherry pie filling in the center. Put the top piece of bread on and close. When it's done dribble icing over the top.

Works great with apple, too.

[Hey_Asshole]

Take large piece of white bread and cut off the crust as close to the crust as possible (going for little waste here).

Pu the bread in the snack/sandwich master and put a dollup of cherry pie filling in the center. Put the top piece of bread on and close. When it's done dribble icing over the top.

Works great with apple, too.

def gonna try this!

[BravoSierra]

My wife made a pasta dish I wasn't very fond of the other day. But then I got wasted and became super hungry and had the best meal of my life. The pasta was almost a macaronni and cheese type dish but with a weird cheese. I put it on potato bread and kinda turned it into a hot dog type thing. Fuck it was good. So basically, pasta and potato bread is a win win situation.

[LiddyRules]

My wife made a pasta dish I wasn't very fond of the other day. But then I got wasted and ... After this, I was expecting a different end to the story.

[BravoSierra]

After this, I was expecting a different end to the story.

Why? I started it with "My wife."

[oandapartycock]

Why? I started it with "My wife."

That's how it always starts...

Something tells me this is the official HummerTuesdays "I just got dumped" recipe.

I thought it was more the official Stig's "I just got stoned thread."
I'll have to admit, back when I used to partake, plastic containers of frosting was one of the ways I satisfied the munchies.

[BIV]

Why? I started it with "My wife."

That's how it always starts...
And then comes the crying and the erection.

[sobi]

Easy Mac. College guy's best friend.


Actually, I still eat this stuff, and I'm 30. Only thing I changed is that after I cooked the noodles and start adding in the insta-cheese with the milk and butter, I throw in about 4 slices of american cheese with all that stuff. It makes it EXTRA cheesey, and tastes 1000 times better.

Also, ramen meal is a great dish I learned in my early 20's. Cook up the ramen noodles, but mix in a bag of frozen veggies. Drain it when everything is done, and then add in a scrambled egg or two. Top it off with the flavor packet, and maybe some hotsauce, and you're good to go.

[weeniewawa]

a can of pinto beans, any size. Open can pour entire contents into pot. add a pack or so of red pizza chili peppers that they give you handfulls of everytime you get a pizza.and add maybe a little black pepper. Let cook for an hour or so to reduce the liquid and eat. simple and tasty. I use any brand of beans, Teasdale mostly but and brand will do.
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[mascan42]

Name of this thread should be changed to 'Single & hungry?'
The sad thing is, a lot of this stuff is too time-consuming for me. The cooking I don't mind, it's the cleanup that kills me. As a result, I rarely use the oven and rely on the microwave a few easy-to-clean choice appliances:

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