# What's for dinner tonight? **URL:** \ **Category:** Cafe Society\ **Created:** [January 6, 2011, 8:36pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/whats-for-dinner-tonight/566652 "2011-01-06T20:36:55Z")\ **Posts on this page:** 20\ **Page:** 3
**Author:** ![norinew](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/n/eb9ed0/32.png) [@norinew](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/norinew)\ **Post date:** [January 9, 2011, 2:04am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/whats-for-dinner-tonight/566652/41 "2011-01-09T02:04:45Z")
> [@Leiko](#): > > Chicken teriyaki, beef teriyaki, and veg tempura from the best teriyaki place in the Olympia, Washington area, Double Joy Teriyaki. Mmmmm. Sounds good. I _love_ teriyaki! And tempura! > [@](#): > > There was supposed to be spider roll to go with that, but we ate that as soon as we got home from shopping for afternoon snack. I’m about to give away my dismal upbringing, but what is a ‘spider roll’? How does it differ from, say, and egg roll or a spring roll? > [@](#): > > Oh, and I’m having kimchi, but I don’t think anyone else in the house wants it besides me. Yeah. If you lived with me, you’d be sure of having the kimchi all to yourself! 😉 ---
**Author:** ![salinqmind](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/s/3ec8ea/32.png) [@salinqmind](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/salinqmind)\ **Post date:** [January 9, 2011, 3:24am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/whats-for-dinner-tonight/566652/42 "2011-01-09T03:24:42Z")
Campbell’s Chunky Grilled Chicken and Sausage Gumbo, with a little shredded cheddar and some sour cream stirred in. HEAVEN! There’s a ‘healthy’ version, though something so good can’t possibly be good for you, but this is the best soup I’ve ever had. Toasted bagel on the side. ---
**Author:** ![fighting\_ignorant](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/f/ac8455/32.png) [@fighting\_ignorant](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/fighting_ignorant)\ **Post date:** [January 9, 2011, 3:58am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/whats-for-dinner-tonight/566652/43 "2011-01-09T03:58:32Z")
[Fazzoletti with Chunky Pesto](http://www.nytimes.com/2011/01/12/dining/12mini.html?ref=dining), from today’ NYTimes Dining section. Yum! ---
**Author:** ![Athena](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/a/35a633/32.png) [@Athena](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Athena)\ **Post date:** [January 9, 2011, 4:06am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/whats-for-dinner-tonight/566652/44 "2011-01-09T04:06:56Z")
> [@fighting\_ignorant](#): > > [Fazzoletti with Chunky Pesto](http://www.nytimes.com/2011/01/12/dining/12mini.html?ref=dining), from today’ NYTimes Dining section. > > Yum! Really? I love me some Bittman, but I have to say that this latest recipe had me wondering. The big flat single sheet of pasta didn’t look particularly good to me. But you liked it? What was it like? ---
**Author:** ![Lacunae\_Matata](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/l/8491ac/32.png) [@Lacunae\_Matata](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Lacunae_Matata)\ **Post date:** [January 9, 2011, 4:16am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/whats-for-dinner-tonight/566652/45 "2011-01-09T04:16:26Z")
The kids have been clamoring for “breakfast for dinner” - their favorite, and a big time-saver for me - so I finally gave in tonight: Pancakes, eggs, cheese grits, bacon, and fresh fruit. Quick and easy, but terrible fat- and calorie-wise, so we don’t do it too often. The current forecast is calling for cold and wet and messy and icy, so tomorrow will probably be soup or pot roast. Any great soup recipes? (Kid-friendly a plus - they aren’t picky, but the 10-year-old isn’t exactly an adventurous eater.) ---
**Author:** ![lindsaybluth](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/l/90db22/32.png) [@lindsaybluth](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/lindsaybluth)\ **Post date:** [January 9, 2011, 4:21am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/whats-for-dinner-tonight/566652/46 "2011-01-09T04:21:48Z")
The SO’s best friend’s parents were in town, so they took us to dinner. I had a crabcake sandwich with out-of-this-world cajun remoulade and fresh, vinegary slaw. He had a burger with these fresh twice-cooked fries. All were satisfied :). ---
**Author:** ![lindsaybluth](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/l/90db22/32.png) [@lindsaybluth](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/lindsaybluth)\ **Post date:** [January 9, 2011, 4:25am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/whats-for-dinner-tonight/566652/47 "2011-01-09T04:25:34Z")
**Lacunae Matata** , I make this [Ravioli and Vegetable Soup](http://www.eatingwell.com/recipes/ravioli_vegetable_soup.html) from Eatingwell often, only I don’t use zucchini, I use an extra cup of diced bell peppers. Whole wheat packaged ravioli or tortellini, whichever they prefer. Also, I don’t used fire-roasted tomatoes - don’t like 'em. If the kids don’t like crushed/peeled tomatoes, just use tomato paste instead to give the broth a nice color and tomatoy taste without the tomatoes themselves. ---
**Author:** ![Lacunae\_Matata](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/l/8491ac/32.png) [@Lacunae\_Matata](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Lacunae_Matata)\ **Post date:** [January 9, 2011, 5:15am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/whats-for-dinner-tonight/566652/48 "2011-01-09T05:15:56Z")
**lindsaybluth** , that looks delicious! I also found a black bean chili recipe on that site that I may have to try. Thanks! ---
**Author:** ![tr0psn4j](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/t/958977/32.png) [@tr0psn4j](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/tr0psn4j)\ **Post date:** [January 9, 2011, 5:24am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/whats-for-dinner-tonight/566652/49 "2011-01-09T05:24:03Z")
CHILI! It came out ok. It was a little powdery again from the cumin and chili powder. I need to just stop using that stuff all together. ---
**Author:** ![Athena](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/a/35a633/32.png) [@Athena](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Athena)\ **Post date:** [January 9, 2011, 1:29pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/whats-for-dinner-tonight/566652/50 "2011-01-09T13:29:14Z")
> [@tr0psn4j](#): > > CHILI! It came out ok. It was a little powdery again from the cumin and chili powder. I need to just stop using that stuff all together. errr… how do you propose to make chili without chili powder and cumin? In my chili, those are the two main spices! ---
**Author:** ![ladyfoxfyre](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/l/ad7895/32.png) [@ladyfoxfyre](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/ladyfoxfyre)\ **Post date:** [January 9, 2011, 3:59pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/whats-for-dinner-tonight/566652/51 "2011-01-09T15:59:31Z")
I’ve been soaking some black beans in a pot over night, just set a chunk of pork and some onions in the crock pot to cook all day. Going for a cuban black beans and rice with some shredded pork! Let you know how it turns out! ---
**Author:** ![lorene](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/l/65b543/32.png) [@lorene](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/lorene)\ **Post date:** [January 9, 2011, 9:12pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/whats-for-dinner-tonight/566652/52 "2011-01-09T21:12:02Z")
I made _pho ga_ last night. I’m not 100% satisfied with how the broth came out, so I plan to do more experimenting. My husband is making pizza tonight, so I’ll have to get into the kitchen and put together a salad to go with it. Someone upthread mentioned beets, which reminds me that we have one left that I need to roast. ---
**Author:** ![Alpine](https://sea3.discourse-cdn.com/straightdope/user_avatar/boards.straightdope.com/alpine/32/17813_2.png) [@Alpine](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Alpine)\ **Post date:** [January 9, 2011, 11:39pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/whats-for-dinner-tonight/566652/53 "2011-01-09T23:39:17Z")
French onion soup. Had some homemade beef broth in the freezer from last time, and the onions are currently getting the bejeebus cooked out them. Probably a spinach salad on the side. ---
**Author:** ![Proudest\_Monkey](https://sea3.discourse-cdn.com/straightdope/user_avatar/boards.straightdope.com/proudest_monkey/32/13257_2.png) [@Proudest\_Monkey](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Proudest_Monkey)\ **Post date:** [January 10, 2011, 12:28am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/whats-for-dinner-tonight/566652/54 "2011-01-10T00:28:20Z")
White lasagna. Made with lasagna noodles (d’uh), layered with turkey that’s been leftover in the freezer since New Year’s Day, chunks of ham, Swiss cheese, and a creamy sauce featuring mushrooms and shallots. Parmesan and mozzerella also make appearances. It’s a favorite leftover-poultry recipe I’ve made for years. Served with peas and slices of Trader Joe’s whole wheat Tuscan bread. For dessert: homemade chocolate pudding cake with fat-free whipped topping. ---
**Author:** ![silenus](https://sea3.discourse-cdn.com/straightdope/user_avatar/boards.straightdope.com/silenus/32/166_2.png) [@silenus](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/silenus)\ **Post date:** [January 10, 2011, 12:51am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/whats-for-dinner-tonight/566652/55 "2011-01-10T00:51:10Z")
Pastrami sandwich and fries from The Hat. ---
**Author:** ![ecseas](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/e/35a633/32.png) [@ecseas](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/ecseas)\ **Post date:** [January 10, 2011, 2:50am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/whats-for-dinner-tonight/566652/56 "2011-01-10T02:50:04Z")
Roast vegetable ravioli, with a bean shoot salad. ---
**Author:** ![Johnny\_L.A](https://sea3.discourse-cdn.com/straightdope/user_avatar/boards.straightdope.com/johnny_l.a/32/1084_2.png) [@Johnny\_L.A](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Johnny_L.A)\ **Post date:** [January 10, 2011, 2:53am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/whats-for-dinner-tonight/566652/57 "2011-01-10T02:53:04Z")
We just finished Cajun salmon, mac’n’cheese, green beans, and beer. I’ve got a few NBCOCs for dessert in a bit. ---
**Author:** ![needscoffee](https://sea3.discourse-cdn.com/straightdope/user_avatar/boards.straightdope.com/needscoffee/32/1076_2.png) [@needscoffee](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/needscoffee)\ **Post date:** [January 10, 2011, 3:46am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/whats-for-dinner-tonight/566652/58 "2011-01-10T03:46:22Z")
> [@Johnny\_L.A](#): > > We just finished Cajun salmon, mac’n’cheese, green beans, and beer. I’ve got a few NBCOCs for dessert in a bit. NBCOCs ??? ---
**Author:** ![needscoffee](https://sea3.discourse-cdn.com/straightdope/user_avatar/boards.straightdope.com/needscoffee/32/1076_2.png) [@needscoffee](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/needscoffee)\ **Post date:** [January 10, 2011, 3:48am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/whats-for-dinner-tonight/566652/59 "2011-01-10T03:48:05Z")
Takeout fried chicken and baked beans. ---
**Author:** ![Johnny\_L.A](https://sea3.discourse-cdn.com/straightdope/user_avatar/boards.straightdope.com/johnny_l.a/32/1084_2.png) [@Johnny\_L.A](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Johnny_L.A)\ **Post date:** [January 10, 2011, 3:50am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/whats-for-dinner-tonight/566652/60 "2011-01-10T03:50:16Z")
> [@needscoffee](#): > > NBCOCs ??? No-Bake Chocolate Oatmeal Cookies. [Previous page](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/whats-for-dinner-tonight/566652.md?page=2) [Next page](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/whats-for-dinner-tonight/566652.md?page=4)