I think the AF will become important to us - combines attributes I like about the sous vide and IP e.g. consistent temperature with better finish than those. Interestingly, we tried our smallest tray in the AF but it was just too big so thanks.
Nice thought but I think from now on lamb = shoulder only. Have you done that in the AF? - OH now that's an idea. Rotisserie rolled shoulder.What about something like this tray bake solution? It's never going to be heavy,as it's only collecting drippage, so it doesn't have to be a heavy pan. Even a round sandwich tin would do, unless your shelves are well loaded to the edges.
I don't want to bleat on, but it did increase the comfort, and confidence factor for managing the hot fat.
If you haven't already, I recommend you have a go with some decent lamb chops.
Glad you're overall finding it useful.
How much red? (I assume predictive text)@ianpspurs. Hadn’t thought of airfield duck breast but that is definitely on the to do list now.
Will do. Along with many other things I'll be making will be sugar free cranberry sauce so that on boxing day I can have a skinny bread turkey, stuffing and cranberry sandwich.@maglil55 I’m so sorry to hear of your family’s loss, and such a blow when it looked like this year was turning out to be better than last. My OH is the same in that he prefers a bit of quiet and space to think at times of sadness or worry.
I loved the look of that salad wreath. I don’t think I take enough care with presentation of food. It makes such a difference. Please thank your hubby for being kind enough to pardon me the desiccant mistake! I’m just so glad you mentioned yeast - now I can have a turkey sandwich Christmas night. Wouldn’t be the same without.
OK I get it, Air fried. I was about to google it!How much red? (I assume predictive text)
How much red? (I assume predictive text)
Vanity thy name is ......And I really should put my reading glasses on in the evenings so I can see what I’m writing.
Will do. Along with many other things I'll be making will be sugar free cranberry sauce so that on boxing day I can have a skinny bread turkey, stuffing and cranberry sandwich.
I agree I thought we were going to make it but when I spoke to his elder sister she said it was a blessing in a way as he had become so confused he couldn't understand where he was and kept asking for his wife. They tried to avoid the answer as it just upset him because he couldn't remember she had died 6 years ago. He was 97. It still affects you though as we well know after last year.
Vanity thy name is ......
Today! I've caught up on all the posts and my own posts. Saturday 21 December - Headed out to Morrisons to get something for today and tomorrow with a detour around Hobbycraft. I'm putting the boys to work tomorrow making ties for napkins and Christmas name place cards. Also picked up some of the perishables that were staying in date. Just a few more things to get on Monday night when I pick up the M&S order.
B. TAG with ADOC and a slice of LC toast with Philadelphia and mortadella.
L. Nothing but had a coffee when I got back from the seriously busy shops.
D. A simple cold cuts day, slice each roast pork, ox tongue, ham, mortadella. Coleslaw and veggie chips.
I have a busy few days coming up. Going to make LC Baileys and LC creme brulee. Also making a "deconstructed " black forest "mess". I'll make the chocolate sponge from the black forest gateaux recipe on CMT, mixed berries will be soaked in kirsch and I'll make mini meringues from the egg whites left over from the creme brulee. Assembly will be whipped alcoholic cream on the base, bits of the chocolate sponge and boozy berries, the little meringues and chocolate stars.
Starter as you know is the salad wreath with italian meats, olives and cheese. To amuse the boys I'm making meatballs to look like Christmas puddings. Really easy. Use these mini meatballs you buy in the supermarkets (Swedish or German). Fry gently for about 5 mins on a low heat then drain of the fat. Put some cranberry sauce (sugar free one) in the pan and glaze the meatballs for about 1 min. Remove and they can be stored in the fridge until assembly time. Topping is a mix of Fage and dill and dried cranberries and dill make the holly. Finished article below. I'll be posting a few more ideas as I've been busy food planning.
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I’ve been doing them in the air fryer - about 20 mins on 200c. Sure you could fry them - you can certainly fry bacon and Halloumi separately so no reason why not together. Trick is to get the bacon and outside of the Halloumi nice and crisp and keep the inside of the Halloumi soft.
B. TAG with ADOC. Slice of LC toast with Dairylea and ham. Don't know why I've developed this longing for Dairylea triangles.
Got to say I haven't looked but I just developed this sudden taste for them and they're so easy just to grab and eat.I love Dairylea, triangles, slices or spread. I'm not sure what is in it and I'm wary but it's a love I share with Em and she usually eats it all before I get a chance, so that's all to the good.
Friday 20 December bed 5.1 FBG 5.3. Last day at school. They finish at lunchtime and we have a quick change out off school clothes then off to the annual visit to Santa's Grotto. After 8 years of going to Dobbies we are having a change of scenery as we were 2 hours in a queue last year despite having booked slots. 2 hours in a queue with 2 children is not fun. Changed to Carbery and what a difference! Limited number per 1/2 hour slot, lovely waiting area with tea, coffee, soft drinks ( and elfs), areas to take photos and a lovely walk through the grounds to the Grotto so that No. 2 could bend Santa's ear about why there were so many pretend Santas going about. No. 2 gets his moneys worth with Santa questioning. He'd even be a match for Andrew Neil. Lunch afterwards so quite relaxing. No. 2 ended Term 2 with 63 good behaviour certificates so he's well on track for 100 by the end of the year.
Got to say I haven't looked but I just developed this sudden taste for them and they're so easy just to grab and eat.
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