what do you single people eat for dinner?

[kimchicowboy]

i recently moved out onto my own and it's time for me to start cookin by myself again.

when i was it college, dinner usually meant pasta. quick and simple.

post-college, i'd like to make things simple again but try to make different things. i live like 5 minutes walking to a whole foods if that gives you an idea of what kind of groceries i can buy.

any ideas? please: simple is the key. and i don't have a rice cooker yet. but add in dishes involving rice for future reference.

thanks! :)

[YanksFanRy]

Easy things that provide leftovers can be great. Tuna casserole, for instance. You get a lot, cheap ingredients, and can have a few meals out of it. Can never go wrong with some ground beef leading to tacos, sloppy joes, burger, whatever. Soup is easy too, just open the can. Depends how gourmet you want to be. I'm guessing you don't want frozen pizza, ramen, and spaghettio's every night. But there are some better frozen entrees that aren't bad.

[speedracer120]

kimchi fried rice
kimchi chigae

Both are easy. Stir fry the kimchi, then toss in the rice or toss the kimchi into a saucepan pour in some water and sliced choice of meat some fried onions maybe sliced green onions, tofu and whatever you want, boil and eat.

[AlpineJay]

don't forget :spam: and tuna for kimchi chigae - makes it all the better.

[Grimm]

Nachos

Requires:
Salsa (1/2 cup)
Sour Cream and/or Guacamole
1 can refried beans (Rosarita)
Mild Chedar cheese
Peper-Jack Cheese
Tortila chips
microwave safe dinner plate
sauce pan
cheese grater

Grate equal amounts of mild chedar and pepper-jack cheese
Cheese should be mixed together and set aside
Heat 1 can of Rosatita Refried Beans in the sauce pan
Stir in 1/2 cup of your favorite salsa
Remove beans from heat
Place a layer of chip on a microwave safe plate
Spread 1/4 to 1/3 of the cheese over the chips
Place another layer of chips on the plate
Spread remaining cheese over 2nd layer of chips
Spoon 1/2 refried beans salsa mix over chips and cheese
(place the other 1/2 in a covered bowl for the next batch of nachos)
Place in Microwave for 80 seconds on High
Wash the sauce pan and cheese grater or they will get left for a week and get nasty
Remove from microwave and add Sour Cream and/or Guacamole on top
Eat.
Repeat.

[oblongmelon]

If you want, I can compile a list of items you absolutely must always have on hand in your kitchen, plus some easy, but really good recipes if you like..(I'll email them though-so you can print it out and take it with you to the store!..lol) Let me know if you want that info!..happy Cooking!..

[Grimm]

Have you seen those Carl's Jr commercials? You know the ones, "Without us, some guys would starve".

They might be talking about you kimchi (I know they are talking about me).

[YanksFanRy]

Hey oblong, if you do happen to fix up that list... I'd love to be included too! Living in an apartment this year though still in college, so that'd be wonderful to have! Thanks!

[speedracer120]

:stupid:
Living alone sucks. I keep being a lazy butt and take a quick drive to the drive-thru windows. I'd appreciate some recipes as well.

[oblongmelon]

alright you kids-if you have an email address listed-it will be there by tomorrow afternoon..

[speedracer120]

sam(dot)s(dot)lee(at)gmail(dot)com

[ray]

BBQ anything (steak, fish, hot dogs, burgers, chicken) is always mm mm delicious...(or go with a Foreman if you don't have access to a BBQ).

I like eating sandwiches so I usually keep a supply of various cold cuts and toppings around (ham, turkey, chicken, salami, lettuce, tomato, mayo, onions, etc)

Angel Hair pasta with some meat sauce, herbs, garlic bread

Chicken Florentine

Fried Rice

Noodles, wonton, dumplings (sometimes I'll prepare homemade wonton and dumplings, but that's usually an activity that takes several hours, so i don't do it too often)

Whenever I want to eat salads or vegetables I usually just grab some baby carrots and celery sticks or those bagged salads at the supermarket. That way I know everything is fresh and I don't need to waste food that just sits in my fridge for weeks on end. Same goes with fruit. I usually stop by the supermarket on the way home once a week to get some apples, bananas and yogurt.

I used to be more adventurous with cooking back in high school, but I honestly like to keep my meals really simple (10 minute preparation) now, so I just keep the staples around.

[Mommypooh]

Could I get a copy of that for some of my friends. they really need to eat some real food other than when they come to my house.

[Kim]

Obby, I think you should start a recipe of the day/week for those of us needing help or new ideas in the kitchen!

And, I think you should post that list here for all of us! ;)

[brainsmile]

If you want, I can compile a list of items you absolutely must always have on hand in your kitchen, plus some easy, but really good recipes if you like..(I'll email them though-so you can print it out and take it with you to the store!..lol) Let me know if you want that info!..happy Cooking!..
I'd like a copy of that

[oblongmelon]

Ok everyone who sent me an alternate email address -the list, and recipes are on the way. Anyone else-pm me...
(AND DON'T FORGET-IT'S BASIC STUFF..nothing fancy)

[gear02]

me want list!!!!! :)

[GraingerGuy]

Thank you so much for the list obby! This is going to vary my meals a bit...:)

[BigJon]

Nachos

Requires:
Salsa (1/2 cup)
Sour Cream and/or Guacamole
1 can refried beans (Rosarita)
Mild Chedar cheese
Peper-Jack Cheese
Tortila chips
microwave safe dinner plate
sauce pan
cheese grater

Grate equal amounts of mild chedar and pepper-jack cheese
Cheese should be mixed together and set aside
Heat 1 can of Rosatita Refried Beans in the sauce pan
Stir in 1/2 cup of your favorite salsa
Remove beans from heat
Place a layer of chip on a microwave safe plate
Spread 1/4 to 1/3 of the cheese over the chips
Place another layer of chips on the plate
Spread remaining cheese over 2nd layer of chips
Spoon 1/2 refried beans salsa mix over chips and cheese
(place the other 1/2 in a covered bowl for the next batch of nachos)
Place in Microwave for 80 seconds on High
Wash the sauce pan and cheese grater or they will get left for a week and get nasty
Remove from microwave and add Sour Cream and/or Guacamole on top
Eat.
Repeat.
Poor Man's Nachos

Nacho Chips (or Fritos...whichever is cheaper)
1 handful of stolen Taco Bell sauce packets (Mild, Hot, Fire...it's your choice)
Cheese*
Cheese grater

*may substitute ripped up pieces of "single wrap" sandwich cheese

Put chips on plate, add sauce to taste, add cheese. Nuke. Eat. Yum.

[cruelpupet]

I just started putting together (slowly) the recipes I like and ones i want to try... I just uploaded them to my server....feel free to check them out.

http://ray.stenchofpennies.com/forums/recipes

They are formatted to be printed out on 3x5 index cards (pure white)

I HIGHLY suggest you try the Creamy Chicken & Penne


on a side note...anyone know what water frying is? The Wild rice with pecan shiitake and onion dish says to water fry...in my mind that translates to boiling.



EDIT:
...the tempura batter is meant for a fried steak...and goes with the mushroom basil sauce.

[RoniMan]

heh...obby, apparently everyone wants your wonderful recipe. your mailbox is full. :(

[Airencracken]

ketchupcakepiesoup.

[oblongmelon]

Okay, the box is cleared..anyone who got the full message please resend emails for the list and recipes..thanks

[attgig]

If you want, I can compile a list of items you absolutely must always have on hand in your kitchen, plus some easy, but really good recipes if you like..(I'll email them though-so you can print it out and take it with you to the store!..lol) Let me know if you want that info!..happy Cooking!..

woah. me too please!

matt at attgig dot com

[Airencracken]

Why don't ya just have a website obby? :D

[oblongmelon]

Why don't ya just have a website obby? :D

I should..I should..but I'm too cheap to pay for it..lol...

PS..
Anyone who has recieved the list already will notice that I recommend NANCE'S chili relish as a staple...I realize it's a product made in New york and I'm not sure if the carry it all over-I suggest ordering it online..I found one place that does ship all the Nance's products (all excellent!)..but they want you to purchase by the case-they do have the relish-12 jars for 20 something dollars-but worth it if you can split the cost and the jars with your friends..here is the link
http://www.madeinrochester.com/ProductCart/pc/viewCat_P.asp?ProdSort=0&idCategory=20&page=2&iPageSize=5


woah. me too please!

matt at attgig dot com

sent :)

[Airencracken]

I'ma gonna request a list too puhleez. :)

As far as website cost, ya could always put up a geocities or an angelfire. :shrug:

[speedracer120]

Obby I haven't received the email yet, I got the PM but no email. :(

[oblongmelon]

I just started putting together (slowly) the recipes I like and ones i want to try... I just uploaded them to my server....feel free to check them out.

http://ray.stenchofpennies.com/forums/recipes

They are formatted to be printed out on 3x5 index cards (pure white)

I HIGHLY suggest you try the Creamy Chicken & Penne


on a side note...anyone know what water frying is? The Wild rice with pecan shiitake and onion dish says to water fry...in my mind that translates to boiling.

Water frying is like frying with oil but where you use just enough water to cover the bottom of the pan instead, turn the heat on high-and then let the water cook with the items till it's down till nothing...you don't drown the items, you get the water to a bubbling boil-cover the pot and let it do it's magic..it's the best way for flavors of foods, and added seasonings to infuse with each other..and also, it makes for some nice carmelization at the bottom of the pans when done properly-which can be used for sauces without adding the calories that oil contributes.


Obby I haven't received the email yet, I got the PM but no email. :(

send me your email address again please..a few of them keep coming back to my box..

[oblongmelon]

Obby I haven't received the email yet, I got the PM but no email. :(

oops! It was returned because I forgot to add the "L" in gmail..lol..sorry..it's on it's way..

[speedracer120]

Thanks! :)

[cruelpupet]

oh...and for the recipes on my webserver...the tempura batter is meant for a fried steak...and goes with the mushroom basil sauce.