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Skriven 2013-08-10 01:26:00 av MICHAEL LOO (1:123/140)
     Kommentar till en text av RUTH HAFFLY
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 RH> They didn't crisp up at 350, began to when we raised the temperature
 RH> but then we had to make sure the coating didn't burn. We'll just do
 RH> some tinkering until we get it right, probably starting by peeling the
 RH> eggplant and doing the multi step coating.

I'd do the salt thing to soften the interior, and then you
can cook at a higher temperature for a shorter time.

 ML> Aside from Popeye's, beef is all I get at fast food places.
 ML> I just think of it as a different foodstuff that just as
 ML> well could have been synthesized (though preferable to the
 ML> ones crafted out of beans or whatever).
 RH> I'd just rather have the chicken, and usually a salad instead of the
 RH> fries. I was doing that switch long before I had to watch my carbs.

I tend to just get a burger, no fries. At a real restaurant I
may go for no bun as well, but without the bun, a fast-food
burger is likely to be insupportable.

 RH> and over tenderised beef--at places like Panda Express. Occaisionally
 ML> For me that's airport food ... still better than airplane food. By
 RH> We've gotten it in malls or stand alone places, not the greatest
 RH> cusine but fills the stomach.
 
Got to keep alert - coatings on the protein, sugar and
cornstarch in the sauce.

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      Title: Asparagus (Generic)
 Categories: Vegetables, Low-cal
      Yield: 1 Servings

           *INGREDIENTS*
      1 ea Asparagus

  Asparagus is low-calorie and spiked with vitamins A & C. Allow about
  1 1/2 lbs for 4 servings. To Prepare: Break off tough ends as far
  down as stalks snap easily. For spears, tie with string. Or, cut each
  stalk into 1 inch pieces. Cooking Spears: In deep, narrow pan or
  asparagus pot, heat 1" salted water to boiling. Place asparagus
  upright in pot. Heat to boiling, reduce heat. Boil uncovered for 5
  minutes. Cover and boil 2-3 minutes longer. Drain. Cooking pieces:
  Cook lower stalk pieces uncovered in 1" boiling water for 6 minutes.
  Add tips, cover, and cook until tender, about 1-2 minutes. Drain.
  Steaming: Place steamer or basket in 1/2" water (water should not
  touch basket). Place asparagus in basket. Cover tightly and heat to
  boiling. Reduce heat and steam until tender, about 6 minutes.
  Microwave: Cover and nuke asparagus spears or 1" pieces and 1/4 c
  water in 2 qt casserole on high 4 minutes. Turn asparagus over. Cover
  and nuke until tender crisp, about 3 minutes longer. Let stand 1
  minute and drain.

  Source unknown

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