https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ot-what-are-you-having-for-dinner-tonight Style Advice for Fashion Lovers en-US Mon, 04 May 2026 03:17:53 +0000 http://bbpress.org/?v=1.0.2 q https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/search.php https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ot-what-are-you-having-for-dinner-tonight#post-244569 Thu, 04 Nov 2010 01:16:18 +0000 Debora 244569@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Megan, I never got around to making it. My hubby's out of town so I decided to wait and try it when he gets back. DS wanted pizza, so pizza it was! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ot-what-are-you-having-for-dinner-tonight#post-244568 Thu, 04 Nov 2010 01:13:57 +0000 Theresa 244568@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>OMG! Despite having a big breakfast and just finishing my morning tea, I'm now starving for at least 90% of these recipes!!</p> <p>Tonight I'm having a version of shepherds pie - I just throw in loads of everything without ever following a recipe for this sort of thing. Then I'll freeze the leftovers and probably eat it for the next few days!</p> <p>The girls are having a version of "pizza" - but think gluten free chickpea flour based base, no tomato sauce - a sauce based on cooked sweet potato &amp; coloured with beetroot powder instead, minced mix of lamb/veal with a few vegies thrown in, and no cheese. I don't think it really qualifies as pizza but for 2 kids who have never had real pizza, they don't even know they are missing tomato sauce or cheese LOL</p> <p>I'm going to copy some of these recipes though!! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ot-what-are-you-having-for-dinner-tonight#post-244549 Thu, 04 Nov 2010 00:35:11 +0000 Megan 244549@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>An, the BF definitely makes the ricotta cakes for me He even made up the recipe, the lovely man that he is! I honestly don't think I've cooked once in the 2 years since we've been together- the most I've done is cook pasta and reheated sauce. The BF rather fancies himself to be like Jamie Oliver and has recently mastered making ravioli from scratch and it's UNBELIEVABLE</p> <p>Debora, that recipe sounds delish- I'm always looking out for good vego dishes How did it turn out? </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ot-what-are-you-having-for-dinner-tonight#post-244377 Wed, 03 Nov 2010 19:22:16 +0000 Auburn 244377@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I was craving soup (though it's not particularly cold out) and since I love ANYTHING that Ina Garten (aka Barefoot Contessa) does, I did a quick version of her Mexican Chicken Soup. I say quick because I used canned chicken broth and, in lieu of cooking my own chicken, just bought a rotisserie chicken and shredded it up. Quick, filling and satisfying! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ot-what-are-you-having-for-dinner-tonight#post-244278 Wed, 03 Nov 2010 16:20:30 +0000 MsMary 244278@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Here's another super easy one that we just love. The ingredients seem odd, but the sprinkling of cheese over the top makes it really sing:</p> <p>Chicken and Chard</p> <p>1 bunch swiss chard<br /> 1c chopped onion<br /> 3 cloves garlic, minced<br /> 6 oz chicken breast, cubed<br /> 1c cooked (brown) rice<br /> 1-2T soy sauce<br /> 1/2c shredded cheddar (2oz)</p> <p>1. Preheat oven to 350.<br /> 2. Wash chard. Cut stems off chard leaves and dice. Cut leaves into 1/2<br /> inch strips.<br /> 3. Spray nonstick, ovenproof skillet with cooking spray.<br /> 4. Cook chard stems, onion, garlic, and chicken over med-hi heat for<br /> about 8 min.<br /> 5. Add chard leaves, and 2T water. Cook 3 more minutes, until chard is<br /> limp.<br /> 6. Add soy sauce and cooked rice and cook 2 more minutes.<br /> 7. Sprinkle cheese over top and put pan in oven til cheese melts, about<br /> 10 minutes. (or simply turn off stovetop heat, cover again until cheese<br /> melts)</p> <p>Serves 2-4 as main course. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ot-what-are-you-having-for-dinner-tonight#post-244265 Wed, 03 Nov 2010 15:28:36 +0000 Barbara 244265@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Last night hubbie and I had grilled brats with lots of mashed cauliflower! YUM. Tonight it's my killer chili that simmered all afternoon this past Sunday. I always make a huge pot and freeze some for later.</p> <p>Khris, I LOVE my crockpot. I use it at least twice a week. It's great for whole chickens, pork tenderloin and beef stew. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ot-what-are-you-having-for-dinner-tonight#post-244263 Wed, 03 Nov 2010 15:19:47 +0000 RandomThoughts (Andrea) 244263@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Last night we had <a href="http://www.epicurious.com/recipes/food/views/Kale-and-Cannellini-Soup-361709">kale and cannellini</a> soup. YUM!</p> <p>Tonight it's fast food as I am working a 12hr shift. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ot-what-are-you-having-for-dinner-tonight#post-244225 Wed, 03 Nov 2010 14:15:10 +0000 Queen Mum 244225@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>great recipe ideas here.. I'm "favoriting" this thread.<br /> Last night we had leftover oven-fried chicken (pound down chicken breasts, dip in egg, bread with panko, parmesan and italian seasoning, spray with Pam and bake)<br /> Tonight....<br /> not sure as we're out of leftovers.... </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ot-what-are-you-having-for-dinner-tonight#post-244220 Wed, 03 Nov 2010 14:10:49 +0000 chewyspaghetti 244220@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I think I'm going to throw a whole chicken into the crock pot and let it roast all day, then make some rice and green beans. Poor dd will probably have a sandwich on the day to dance. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ot-what-are-you-having-for-dinner-tonight#post-244193 Wed, 03 Nov 2010 13:29:24 +0000 Debora 244193@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I'm going to try this one tonight:</p> <p>Greek Pasta with Tomatoes and White Beans</p> <p>8 ounces whole wheat penne pasta<br /> 2 14.5 ounce cans Italian-style diced tomatoes<br /> 1 15 ounce can cannellini beans, rinsed and drained<br /> 10 ounces fresh spinach, washed<br /> 1/2 cup reduced-fat crumbled feta cheese</p> <p>Cook the pasta in a large pot of boiling salted water until al dente; drain.</p> <p>Meanwhile, in a large skillet, combine the tomatoes and beans. Bring to a boil over medium heat. Reduce heat and simmer 10 minutes.</p> <p>Add spinach to sauce; cook 2 minutes or until spinach wilts, stirring constantly.</p> <p>Stir pasta into spinach mixture and heat through.</p> <p>Sprinkle with feta cheese and serve.</p> <p>Disclaimer: I've never made this before! It sounds easy enough, so I'll give it a try. Based on the recipe reviews, I'll probably add some onion and garlic for more flavor. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ot-what-are-you-having-for-dinner-tonight#post-244169 Wed, 03 Nov 2010 12:23:13 +0000 Tricia 244169@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Last night was baked ziti with homemade tomato sauce, mozzarella, and chicken/roasted garlic sausage, plus salad and bread. My kids didn't eat it (they ate plain pasta and some sliced sausage we held back for them) but they're weird children who don't like tomato sauce. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ot-what-are-you-having-for-dinner-tonight#post-244161 Wed, 03 Nov 2010 12:09:57 +0000 stylemama 244161@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Last night was chicken nuggets and mini corn dogs and carrot sticks. Not good. Tonight will be turkey chili with as many veggies as i can sneak in there. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ot-what-are-you-having-for-dinner-tonight#post-244154 Wed, 03 Nov 2010 11:54:41 +0000 rute 244154@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Grilled salmon with vegetables. We Portuguese eat a lot of fish! Very healthy and light! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ot-what-are-you-having-for-dinner-tonight#post-244153 Wed, 03 Nov 2010 11:32:00 +0000 An 244153@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Katja, AJ, Mary &amp; Kirstie - thanks for your recipes. I'll try them out over the next little while and let you know how they go. Passing the kid test will be the challenge. My very unfussy 4 yr old has all of a sudden decided to be fussy and I hate it (now I sound like a 4 yr old :-)). I'm hoping it's a passing faze, I really enjoyed not having to worry too much what I dished him up! </p> <p>Megan, I am very envious that your BF does all the cooking!!! I actually enjoy cooking but sometimes the constancy gets wearing and it would be nice to have a some meals cooked for me. Does he make the ricotta cake for you?? </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ot-what-are-you-having-for-dinner-tonight#post-244141 Wed, 03 Nov 2010 08:29:16 +0000 Katiepea 244141@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>We just had festival burritos, a vegetarian dish which is a firm family favourite. To make, cook 1 1/2 cups of long-grain rice with a tsp of Tumeric to give it a bright and cheery yellow colour. After rice is cooked add 1 or 2 chopped avocados, a small jar of chopped chargrilled capsicum, 1 tin of 4 - 5 bean mix and if you have it, a handful of chopped shallots. Then put festival rice in the middle of a burrito and top with salsa and either yoghurt or light sour cream. It is really simple, very fast, one dish wonder and quite yummy! (My fussy boys all like it for what it is worth.) </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ot-what-are-you-having-for-dinner-tonight#post-244130 Wed, 03 Nov 2010 06:08:21 +0000 Megan 244130@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>We are having:</p> <p>*ricotta cake (me), BBQ chicken breast (BF)<br /> * wild rice risotto<br /> * zucchini fritters. </p> <p>BF does all the cooking </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ot-what-are-you-having-for-dinner-tonight#post-244124 Wed, 03 Nov 2010 05:48:35 +0000 MsMary 244124@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Okay, in exchange for the "comedy" appreciation, here's a great recipe that our family really likes:</p> <p>Chicken-rice Roger</p> <p>2 1/2 fryer or 2 packages frozen breasts or thighs, thawed (I use thighs)<br /> vegetable oil<br /> 1 cup uncooked rice<br /> 1 tablespoon grated onion or half a garlic clove minced<br /> 2 chicken-bouillon cubes dissolved in 1 3/4 cups water, or 1 can chicken broth<br /> 3 ounce can of mushrooms<br /> some flour</p> <p>Coat the chicken with flour (I put it in a large Ziploc bag and shake, a couple of pieces of chicken at a time), and brown the chicken in a little oil.</p> <p>While it browns, put the rice, salt, and pepper in a greased casserole, and strew the grated onion about. Put in the mushrooms, juice and all. Arrange the chicken artfully on top. Pour the bouillon over it. Cover and bake at 350 degrees for an hour. (I uncover it for the last 15 minutes or so.)</p> <p>This makes great leftovers -- I make it with 6 or 7 chicken thighs and it makes a dinner for the 3 of us plus 3-4 individual portions to freeze for work lunches. (Adapted from "The I Hate to Cook Book" by Peg Bracken.) </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ot-what-are-you-having-for-dinner-tonight#post-244121 Wed, 03 Nov 2010 05:43:09 +0000 AJ 244121@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>It was a cold day so I made soup:<br /> cook 1 lb ground beef with 1/2 cup of onions<br /> add 3 1/2 cups beef broth, can of veggies and 2 cans of Italian stewed tomatoes<br /> let boil then simmer for 10 min. and break up the big chunks of tomatoes.<br /> Serve with cooked wide egg noodles and loaf of crusty bread. (I like to cook my noodles/rice separate from the soup so they don't get mushy.)</p> <p>Thur, I"m making Salmon Pesto:<br /> 1 lb Salmon fillet cut into 4 pieces<br /> Preheat oven to 475 degrees<br /> salt and pepper salmon, then brush on all sides with olive oil<br /> Sear the salmon on a non-stick skillet 1 1/2 to 2 min on each side<br /> place on a lightly greased baking pan and spread 1 tbsp pesto (I buy the premade garlic pesto) on top of each piece.<br /> Roast in the oven for 5 - 7 min.<br /> Remove from oven and let stand 2 - 3 min.<br /> I serve with steamed veggies that I drizzle some pesto on and any leftover noodles from the soup dinner (another great reason to store the noodles separately from the soup!) </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ot-what-are-you-having-for-dinner-tonight#post-244120 Wed, 03 Nov 2010 05:31:38 +0000 An 244120@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>That sounds yum Katja. </p> <p>Lol Mary - well it ticks off 3 of the requirements - kid friendly, quick and yummy!! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ot-what-are-you-having-for-dinner-tonight#post-244118 Wed, 03 Nov 2010 05:19:55 +0000 MsMary 244118@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I'm by myself tonight, so I had, uh, Halloween candy... </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ot-what-are-you-having-for-dinner-tonight#post-244116 Wed, 03 Nov 2010 05:14:45 +0000 Katja 244116@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>It was fairly healthy and fairly quick:</p> <p>1/2 pound ground beef sauteed with onions and carrots, then added leftover rice, s&amp;p, parsley, oregano, some pine nuts and a little water and simmered it for a little while</p> <p>baked spaghetti squash</p> <p>steamed asparagus </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ot-what-are-you-having-for-dinner-tonight#post-244115 Wed, 03 Nov 2010 05:07:08 +0000 An 244115@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I'm looking for dinner inspiration! It needs to be healthy, kid friendly, yummy and quick - not asking for much am I?? </p> <p>So, what yummy things are on your menu tonight? </p>