FabSwingers.com forum: Cooking repertoire

By *stella OP Woman
over a year ago

London

I’m currently trying to improve and increase my cooking repertoire. Selecting a few new dishes I’ve never done before and having a go at them each week. It’s fun and really satisfying.

Have you got a new dish you’d like to try making or do you tend to do the same reliables. Are you an adventurous cook?

This afternoon I’m going to attempt a baked yoghurt cake.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

i just made granolla

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By *naswingdressWoman
over a year ago

Manchester (she/her)

I often go for a selection of reliables. But I do branch out sometimes.

I started getting Oddbox deliveries last year, and going "what the fuck is that and what the fuck do I do with it" has been enjoyable

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By *ocialWatchingMan
over a year ago

Alnwick / Newcastle

I'm a chef by trade so there's far too many things I know how to cook!

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By *stella OP Woman
over a year ago

London

"I often go for a selection of reliables. But I do branch out sometimes.

I started getting Oddbox deliveries last year, and going "what the fuck is that and what the fuck do I do with it" has been enjoyable"

Someone asked me if I was to cook for them what would I cook and I realised I’m not sure what my proud of signature dish would be and so I’m hunting to secure one! It’s an adventure!

I’m obsessing about cooking posts on instagram, it’s very sad!

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By *stella OP Woman
over a year ago

London

"I'm a chef by trade so there's far too many things I know how to cook!"

Oh that’s impressive!

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By *naswingdressWoman
over a year ago

Manchester (she/her)

"I often go for a selection of reliables. But I do branch out sometimes.

I started getting Oddbox deliveries last year, and going "what the fuck is that and what the fuck do I do with it" has been enjoyable

Someone asked me if I was to cook for them what would I cook and I realised I’m not sure what my proud of signature dish would be and so I’m hunting to secure one! It’s an adventure!

I’m obsessing about cooking posts on instagram, it’s very sad!

haha!

I'm not sure what my "signature" would be, I don't feel like I'm a good enough cook for that malarkey.

I'm sort of much more... I got a butternut squash in my latest box. I don't like soup and I don't want a roast. What am I doing? ... some googling later... probably a curry. haha

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By *stella OP Woman
over a year ago

London

"I often go for a selection of reliables. But I do branch out sometimes.

I started getting Oddbox deliveries last year, and going "what the fuck is that and what the fuck do I do with it" has been enjoyable

Someone asked me if I was to cook for them what would I cook and I realised I’m not sure what my proud of signature dish would be and so I’m hunting to secure one! It’s an adventure!

I’m obsessing about cooking posts on instagram, it’s very sad!

haha!

I'm not sure what my "signature" would be, I don't feel like I'm a good enough cook for that malarkey.

I'm sort of much more... I got a butternut squash in my latest box. I don't like soup and I don't want a roast. What am I doing? ... some googling later... probably a curry. haha"

Oooh sounds nice!

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By *imon_hydeMan
over a year ago

Stockport

I'm a lazy cook, if I'm just cooking for myself (the majority of time) then I default to a Bolognese, chilli, a jacket potato, pork chop (old school) or fish (Aldi salt and pepper Basa). Occasionally do a roast dinner or something fancy if I have guests.

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By *ora the explorerWoman
over a year ago

Paradise, Herts

My dinners are getting a bit boring really so I started trying a few new things. Did cowboy pie the other day and they all loved it!

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By *hilloutMan
over a year ago

All over the place! Northwesr, , Southwest

I fall back on routine and a few tried and true dishes both out of convenience and perhaps some laziness.

Living on an island with so many amazing restaurants that produce food far better than I could hope myself doesn't help

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

I tried a new one it was a creamy, cheesy chicken sauce with spinach, onions and mushrooms and gnocchi. It was really nice.

I tend to cater for the kids so it's generally not too adventurous.

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By *ora the explorerWoman
over a year ago

Paradise, Herts

"I tried a new one it was a creamy, cheesy chicken sauce with spinach, onions and mushrooms and gnocchi. It was really nice.

I tend to cater for the kids so it's generally not too adventurous."

Same. Mine are quite fussy too

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By *naswingdressWoman
over a year ago

Manchester (she/her)

"I tried a new one it was a creamy, cheesy chicken sauce with spinach, onions and mushrooms and gnocchi. It was really nice.

I tend to cater for the kids so it's generally not too adventurous."

ooh. that sounds lovely

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By *ellinever70Woman
over a year ago

Ayrshire

Cooking is my thing!

There are recipes everywhere and I enjoy trying to replicate dishes from different cuisines that I've tried when eating out or stuff from cookery programmes.

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By *stella OP Woman
over a year ago

London

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By *stella OP Woman
over a year ago

London

"I'm a lazy cook, if I'm just cooking for myself (the majority of time) then I default to a Bolognese, chilli, a jacket potato, pork chop (old school) or fish (Aldi salt and pepper Basa). Occasionally do a roast dinner or something fancy if I have guests."

Yep cooking for one is a balancing act - I’m currently batching up my other portions.

I definitely need to improve my fish skills!

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By *stella OP Woman
over a year ago

London

"My dinners are getting a bit boring really so I started trying a few new things. Did cowboy pie the other day and they all loved it! "

Oooh what’s that?

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By *stella OP Woman
over a year ago

London

"I fall back on routine and a few tried and true dishes both out of convenience and perhaps some laziness.

Living on an island with so many amazing restaurants that produce food far better than I could hope myself doesn't help

What would you cook me?

Yes, I’m angling for an invite!

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By *stella OP Woman
over a year ago

London

"I tried a new one it was a creamy, cheesy chicken sauce with spinach, onions and mushrooms and gnocchi. It was really nice.

I tend to cater for the kids so it's generally not too adventurous."

Love gnocchi!!

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By *stella OP Woman
over a year ago

London

"Cooking is my thing!

There are recipes everywhere and I enjoy trying to replicate dishes from different cuisines that I've tried when eating out or stuff from cookery programmes.

It’s very satisfying isn’t it?

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By *ora the explorerWoman
over a year ago

Paradise, Herts

"My dinners are getting a bit boring really so I started trying a few new things. Did cowboy pie the other day and they all loved it!

Oooh what’s that?"

It’s sausages. Fried and cut up, onions, smoked paprika, bbq sauce and 2 tins baked beans. Mash potato on top (like cottage pie) with cheese grated on top. It was lovely!

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By *stella OP Woman
over a year ago

London

"My dinners are getting a bit boring really so I started trying a few new things. Did cowboy pie the other day and they all loved it!

Oooh what’s that?

It’s sausages. Fried and cut up, onions, smoked paprika, bbq sauce and 2 tins baked beans. Mash potato on top (like cottage pie) with cheese grated on top. It was lovely!"

Sounds really hearty. Nice!

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By *eavilMan
over a year ago

Stalybridge

Made my first ever Tart Tatin today. Turned out fantastic.

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By *stella OP Woman
over a year ago

London

"Made my first ever Tart Tatin today. Turned out fantastic."

Congrats - that’s super impressive! What was in/on it?

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By *eavilMan
over a year ago

Stalybridge

Mix of dessert apples. Might try a pineapple one next time.

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By *stella OP Woman
over a year ago

London

"Mix of dessert apples. Might try a pineapple one next time."

Sounds tasty as!

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By *ags73Man
over a year ago

glasgow-ish

I ‘dad cook’ and can throw things in to mix it up.

Probably could cook properly for a woman but after the week I normally have, I’d be saying, nah, let’s go to a restaurant.

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By *uzie69xTV/TS
over a year ago

Maidstone

My signature dish for entertaining is probably Paella... Get it just about ready, cover with foil and let it finish cooking and keep warm in the oven.

In the summer you can't beat a Salad Niçoise with lots of crusty bread and a chill white wine, eaten underneath dapple shade of a tree.

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By *uzie69xTV/TS
over a year ago

Maidstone

"This afternoon I’m going to attempt a baked yoghurt cake. "

How did the cake turn out? If lush, please post recipe!

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By *orphia2003Woman
over a year ago

Tonypandy.

I want to master the art of pastry. Then I realise I just don't have the patience.

Current favourite with the tribe is crispy 5 spice chicken with a honey and sriracha dip.

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By *stella OP Woman
over a year ago

London

"This afternoon I’m going to attempt a baked yoghurt cake.

How did the cake turn out? If lush, please post recipe!"

Oh no, I’ve been caught out! I got sidetracked and I haven’t done it. Will do it tomorrow and report back!!

(Oh the shame!)

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Beef wellington isn’t as hard as people think, just time consuming but really impresses people

It’s such an easy winner. Make you look like a pro chef but most people can do a great one

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By *rAitchMan
over a year ago

Diagonally Parked in a Parallel Universe

I had my 1st attempt at making meringue at Christmas. I made a Cranacan pavlova. I had 6 egg yolks to use up after making that, so made some orange and lemon cookies with them.

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By *olarbear73Man
over a year ago

Glasgow

I love cooking Estella, love trying new dishes and there’s always a new technique to learn. Wait I forgot whether we were talking about cooking or fabsex… Anyway my latest favourite is a Persian Lamb Tagine

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By *eronicaExplorerWoman
over a year ago

London

"I'm a chef by trade so there's far too many things I know how to cook!"

Same here

I'm.a Chef. I love to try and learn about British cuisine and products. It's all new for me. Now curing a salmon with a beetroot orange marinate and making a horseradish mousse

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By *stella OP Woman
over a year ago

London

"I love cooking Estella, love trying new dishes and there’s always a new technique to learn. Wait I forgot whether we were talking about cooking or fabsex… Anyway my latest favourite is a Persian Lamb Tagine

You do know how to make me chuckle. Now I’m thinking of tasting yours.

Tagine that is. Mebbe. Mebbe something else.

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By *olarbear73Man
over a year ago

Glasgow

You do know how to make me chuckle. Now I’m thinking of tasting yours.

Tagine that is. Mebbe. Mebbe something else.

C’mon now, eyes on my Tagine Estella

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By *stella OP Woman
over a year ago

London

You do know how to make me chuckle. Now I’m thinking of tasting yours.

Tagine that is. Mebbe. Mebbe something else.

C’mon now, eyes on my Tagine Estella

Spoilsport.

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By *hilloutMan
over a year ago

All over the place! Northwesr, , Southwest

"I fall back on routine and a few tried and true dishes both out of convenience and perhaps some laziness.

Living on an island with so many amazing restaurants that produce food far better than I could hope myself doesn't help

What would you cook me?

Yes, I’m angling for an invite!"

Depends on if you're a fellow carnivore or not

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By *stella OP Woman
over a year ago

London

"I fall back on routine and a few tried and true dishes both out of convenience and perhaps some laziness.

Living on an island with so many amazing restaurants that produce food far better than I could hope myself doesn't help

What would you cook me?

Yes, I’m angling for an invite!

Depends on if you're a fellow carnivore or not

I love me some meat.

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By *atnip make me purrWoman
over a year ago

Reading

When i retire i definitely want to take some cooking courses.

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By *hilloutMan
over a year ago

All over the place! Northwesr, , Southwest

"I fall back on routine and a few tried and true dishes both out of convenience and perhaps some laziness.

Living on an island with so many amazing restaurants that produce food far better than I could hope myself doesn't help

What would you cook me?

Yes, I’m angling for an invite!

Depends on if you're a fellow carnivore or not

I love me some meat.

meat and vege I'm sure

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By *stella OP Woman
over a year ago

London

"I fall back on routine and a few tried and true dishes both out of convenience and perhaps some laziness.

Living on an island with so many amazing restaurants that produce food far better than I could hope myself doesn't help

What would you cook me?

Yes, I’m angling for an invite!

Depends on if you're a fellow carnivore or not

I love me some meat.

meat and vege I'm sure

Pervert.

In.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

I love cooking, especially new recipes!

Just made a lemon polenta cake with a brown sugar crust +raspberries... Its facking delicious

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By *naswingdressWoman
over a year ago

Manchester (she/her)

"I love cooking, especially new recipes!

Just made a lemon polenta cake with a brown sugar crust +raspberries... Its facking delicious

omg that sounds amazing

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By *apidaryMan
over a year ago

Glasgow

Tonight some confit duck I made before Christmas, with dauphinoise potatoes. And to start just some sliced blood oranges with new season olive oil, salt & pepper.

Always hard to find the right balance of old favourites, new recipes that teach you something you didn't know, and the endless fun of trying to figure out how to put together the ingredients you happen to have to hand. Chawanmushi is top of my list for new things I want to learn; Japanese savoury custard. Had the most wonderful one at a restaurant flavoured with concentrated onion broth...the sort of dish that it makes one's troubles fade away to remember.

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By *xfordjohnMan
over a year ago

Oxford

I was the cook in the house but finding it much more difficult now just cooking for myself. My main interest in recent years has been Middle Eastern food; now it tends to be very simple things but hoping to get a bit more motivated over time.

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By *obilebottomMan
over a year ago

All over

Lots of different stuff when I have the time. I like a lot of international cuisine and experiment with that. One of my favourites is Bouillabaisse (french fish soup) but lots of oqthers like paella, mousaka and pendang to name a few

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By *GermanInLondonMan
over a year ago

London

I have my regular stuff but enjoy new recipes if I get the time.

Changed my approach to Carbonara recently and made such a difference.

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