Adventures with anrkst.

Well, it's not any nicer..


But maybe with some sausage, onions,garlic, peppers, tomatoes...


And a big pot with some savory spiced up pinto beans...


Perhaps I can fuel up the internal heaters.

Everybody stay safe alright.

 

Looks amazing.

 

"Unwilling to yield. " I give you, Balsamic Chicken with Mushrooms & Vegetables.
A little stint of wickety wicked weather will not keep me from my purpose.


I take my inspiration from the oak. Stringy, tough, and wicked hard to take a chunk out of...


The stove will keep me warm...


Make enough to share with the neighbors. They are in the same boat as you...

 

Mama always made us eat our vegetables...I'm still doing it.


I just like some onions, garlic, and mushrooms with mine...


Nest your birds, pour in 1/2 cup balsamic vinegar, 1/2 cup dry red wine, 1/4 cup soy sauce, and simmer about 8-10 minutes.


It was a hit. How do I know? None left.

 

Time to visit an old friend


I think I'm actually quite lucky. Most times my world looks like this.


Sometimes I'm very lucky and it looks like this.


So let's take some of that beautiful creature, marinated 3 years...

and trim it real close for LadyAsh..

 

mix up a batch of this


Rummage in the pantry for a few things


Some savory's for good measure spend an hour n a 1/2 out in the warm sun


How about Jamaican Beef Stew ( with venison instead)? Smokey heat for days tempered by just a hint of sweetness...so good! Try it. You won't be disappointed.

 

Fastest Easiest cookout ever!
Chicken Fried Rice, only slightly "upgraded" from my Thai cookbook.


Start with a blend of these, totaling about 2 tablespoons


I used 3 chicken breasts, twice across the grain and then into thin slices


A bit of vegetation for savoryness and color


2 eggs, beaten. You can add salt, pepper, Mrs Dash, however you normally like your eggs.

 

Wok on medium/high, sesame oil, green onions & garlic 1 -1 1/2 minutes, then chicken, stir and wok'et, just till theres no " raw" showing


Vegetation in, stir stir stir, seasoning on, keep it moving 3-4 minutes, till onions go translucent and carrots are mostly soft


Make a hole in the center, eggs in. Cook just until they start to set up, about a minute
In pre-cooked rice (about 1 uncooked cup per 2 people ) I used 3 cups, 2 in water and 1 in chicken broth. Stir more, till rice is hot/steaming. Top with 2-3 tablespoons soy (or soy substitute) and 1-2 teaspoons of fish sauce.
Super easy, super fast, and super good!

 

I have a wok. I love cooking. It's a dangerous combination.
My 2nd favorite soup is Egg Drop soup. I was researching it and basically it's just broth and eggs. Some versions have a smattering of green onion and a few mushrooms. That just won't do.
I give you "Substantial Egg Drop Soup".

We'll need stock. Because this an outdoor infused forum , I used some dandelions wild onions, ramps,henbit, and rosemary that grows in my yard


Slow simmered for 6 hours


Oh yeah. Look at that dark rich color...this is gonna be good.

 

Some vegetables to fill it out


Out of fresh shrooms, these will do


Here is a tablespoon of soy, teaspoon of fish sauce, 1/2 teaspoon black pepper, teaspoon of ginger paste, tablespoon of corn starch ( mix with a bit of stock), and 2 eggs (I put a pinch of salt, black pepper, and Mrs Dash in the bottom of the cup.)


I washed 2 cups of rice. ( put it in a bowl with water and swish a few times in 10 minutes then rinse in a sieve )


Couple of chicken breasts sliced very thin

 

Awey Awey ! To me outside station!


10 minutes in...


Add the stock, bring it up to a good boil for 3-4 minutes, then add the corn starch

reduce to a high simmer, then slowly ribbon in your eggs while stirring. Slow stir for about 3 minutes...


30 minutes on the nose to set it on the table. Smooth, savory and delicious. The Queen of all she surveys was duly impressed and said I could continue to be her cook of repute until further notice.

 

Special Request from LadyAsh? Yep, I can do that...


In the starting blocks..


Measuring the distance..


See the goal line...

Prepare for the race..

 

Come out strong..


Keep it steady..

Dont forget to breathe..


Rely on your training..


Eyes on the prize...

 

Push hard to the finish..


finally, Enjoy your reward...

 

I am always working when you post such deliciousness, it makes me hungry

 

as long as it inspires you to eat something other than pre-cooked fast food take out, I have accomplished my mission! Thank you my friend.

 

I try to cook daily, fast food is only for when I have hangover

What steel was that nice cooking knife? It has developed a wonderful patina.

 

It is M4 according to the maker. The edge retention is phenomenal.