Ridgewaycynic2013 Posted March 20, 2020 Share Posted March 20, 2020 Now that we’re on wartime footing, I am doing my part to make do with supplies on hand. Thanks to gall bladder and pancreatic issues two years back, I had sworn off ramen noodles, but just found a Spicy Chicken bowl, now residing in my gut. * Might be a ‘Mr. Creosote’ moment coming up...in more ways than one. 3 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Seasons1992 Posted March 20, 2020 Share Posted March 20, 2020 12 minutes ago, Ridgewaycynic2013 said: Might be a ‘Mr. Creosote’ moment coming up...in more ways than one. 1 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DaBillsFanSince1973 Posted March 20, 2020 Share Posted March 20, 2020 I used to really dig those too but unfortunately my health issues no longer allow it. I would cook 2 of them and dip sliced bread with peanut butter in it, a meal in itself. cupboards are bare here, may have to go knock off a squirrel or two for supper. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gray Beard Posted March 20, 2020 Share Posted March 20, 2020 I still have plenty of food, but if this isolation lasts for a while I hope to start cleaning out some of the old stuff. I’ve found some canned soup and ancient pasta in my cupboard. I’ve also found some frozen veggies at the back of the freezer. I refuse to check expiration dates. Just boil those suckers and then go for it. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BUNCH OF MULARKEY Posted March 20, 2020 Share Posted March 20, 2020 Dude I'd be careful with ramen noodles. The sodium in them is astronomical. Just use half the flavoring package if you must 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ridgewaycynic2013 Posted March 20, 2020 Author Share Posted March 20, 2020 27 minutes ago, BUNCH OF MULARKEY said: Dude I'd be careful with ramen noodles. The sodium in them is astronomical. Just use half the flavoring package if you must The label reads one of them, and there’s 60% of my daily sodium recommendations. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Augie Posted March 20, 2020 Share Posted March 20, 2020 (edited) 13 minutes ago, Ridgewaycynic2013 said: The label reads one of them, and there’s 60% of my daily sodium recommendations. I grabbed a can of soup yesterday and made the mistake of reading the label. One can of soup was 65% of my daily sodium. Of course, they tell you one can is really two servings, so it’s only half of that (yeah, right!). I put it down and grabbed a can of black beans. NOT black bean soup, just black beans. That was 6% of my daily sodium. All these frozen meals I grabbed because they were all that was left during last Friday’s grocery store melee still sit in my freezer. I very rarely eat that stuff, and if you read the label you’ll know why. . Edited March 20, 2020 by Augie 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RochesterRob Posted March 20, 2020 Share Posted March 20, 2020 Local Wegman's update : very little in the meat dept. Milk 2 gallon limit per sale. Bread in surprisingly good availability. Fresh vegetables in good supply. Rice, pasta, and canned soup very little inventory. I grabbed a box of elbows and a box of rice. Probably 500 rolls of their toilet paper so I grabbed three rolls even though the limit was 6. Probably have 18 rolls total now with a few going to the in-laws. Heavy traffic even for a Friday. I did not get over into the freezer area. The plan for the week is involuntary vegetarian chili, mac salad, coleslaw all home made with a few bits of meat both bought today and from the freezer. No ground beef in the house at present. I might go see what the Mennonites have if I venture over to Yates County. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Seasons1992 Posted March 20, 2020 Share Posted March 20, 2020 If you have a Fresh Market near you, they are totally stocked up on EVERYTHING it appears. Yeah it's more expensive, but no lines and all good. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
4BillsintheBurgh Posted March 20, 2020 Share Posted March 20, 2020 1 hour ago, BUNCH OF MULARKEY said: Dude I'd be careful with ramen noodles. The sodium in them is astronomical. Just use half the flavoring package if you must If you have low blood pressure go for the whole package! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hardhatharry Posted March 20, 2020 Share Posted March 20, 2020 (edited) 2 hours ago, DaBillsFanSince1973 said: I used to really dig those too but unfortunately my health issues no longer allow it. I would cook 2 of them and dip sliced bread with peanut butter in it, a meal in itself. cupboards are bare here, may have to go knock off a squirrel or two for supper. My grandmother's cookbook has a recipe for squirrel. I think the book is from 1902 or something around there. Edited March 20, 2020 by Hardhatharry 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Doc Posted March 20, 2020 Share Posted March 20, 2020 2 hours ago, Ridgewaycynic2013 said: Now that we’re on wartime footing, I am doing my part to make do with supplies on hand. Thanks to gall bladder and pancreatic issues two years back, I had sworn off ramen noodles, but just found a Spicy Chicken bowl, now residing in my gut. * Might be a ‘Mr. Creosote’ moment coming up...in more ways than one. I like you so for goodness sake, DO NOT EAT the mint. Even though it's waffer theen. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Miyagi-Do Karate Posted March 20, 2020 Share Posted March 20, 2020 I was at a men’s church retreat about 3 years ago, with a big group of guys. I took an open Value Bag of totini’s frozen pizza rolls back home, and it has resided in my freezer ever since, probably partially open. Dare I? 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Seasons1992 Posted March 20, 2020 Share Posted March 20, 2020 12 minutes ago, JR in Pittsburgh said: I was at a men’s church retreat about 3 years ago, with a big group of guys. I took an open Value Bag of totini’s frozen pizza rolls back home, and it has resided in my freezer ever since, probably partially open. Dare I? Those are synthetic anyway......should be fine! 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shrader Posted March 20, 2020 Share Posted March 20, 2020 2 hours ago, DaBillsFanSince1973 said: I used to really dig those too but unfortunately my health issues no longer allow it. I would cook 2 of them and dip sliced bread with peanut butter in it, a meal in itself. cupboards are bare here, may have to go knock off a squirrel or two for supper. I like how "Flavor" is in a slightly smaller font. It's like they're trying to hide it but not really trying to hide it. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Punching Bag Posted March 20, 2020 Share Posted March 20, 2020 (edited) 2 hours ago, DaBillsFanSince1973 said: cupboards are bare here, may have to go knock off a squirrel or two for supper. There are plenty in my yard. They are doing work nearby and a new pair just put up a nest next door and is always visible to my dog and it is driving her crazy. Will not charge to hunt. P.S. This is probably how corona virus got introduced to humans - some who got hungry and hunted something not normally ate or someone put that kind of meat on market. For a number of years a vendor in China has been selling rat meat as lamb. https://www.nytimes.com/2013/05/04/world/asia/rat-meat-sold-as-lamb-in-china-highlights-fears.html Edited March 20, 2020 by Limeaid added link 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Augie Posted March 20, 2020 Share Posted March 20, 2020 46 minutes ago, Seasons1992 said: If you have a Fresh Market near you, they are totally stocked up on EVERYTHING it appears. Yeah it's more expensive, but no lines and all good. We’ve had better luck going to the smaller stores. Everybody is hitting the HUGE Mothership Publix near us, thinking the bigger store will have the most inventory. In fact, what the bigger store has the most of is......people.....all going home disappointed. The smaller Publix had everything but TP and sanitizer. Trying a Fresh Market or a Sprouts is probably a very good idea. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ridgewaycynic2013 Posted March 20, 2020 Author Share Posted March 20, 2020 2 minutes ago, Limeaid said: There are plenty in my yard. They are doing work nearby and a new pair just put up a nest next door and is always visible to my dog and it is driving her crazy. Will not charge to hunt. P.S. This is probably how corona virus got introduced to humans - some who got hungry and hunted something not normally ate or someone put that kind of meat on market. For a number of years a vendor in China has been selling rat meat as lamb. ‘Good dog!’ does not necessarily mean the same thing the world over. ? 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Miyagi-Do Karate Posted March 20, 2020 Share Posted March 20, 2020 22 minutes ago, Seasons1992 said: Those are synthetic anyway......should be fine! Haha—true. I sort of questioned my judgment in bringing home a bag of 300 leftover pizza rolls. But now it’s looking like pure genius. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DaBillsFanSince1973 Posted March 20, 2020 Share Posted March 20, 2020 9 minutes ago, Limeaid said: There are plenty in my yard. They are doing work nearby and a new pair just put up a nest next door and is always visible to my dog and it is driving her crazy. Will not charge to hunt. P.S. This is probably how corona virus got introduced to humans - some who got hungry and hunted something not normally ate or someone put that kind of meat on market. For a number of years a vendor in China has been selling rat meat as lamb. if prepared right, it's actually not bad. now these were western ny squirrels so a big difference from the ones here in fl. I wouldn't eat anything wild here although some eat wild pig. I was just kidding about eating them but if this continues, who the hell knows, I may have to resort to something here in the wild? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Marv's Neighbor Posted March 20, 2020 Share Posted March 20, 2020 4 hours ago, Ridgewaycynic2013 said: Now that we’re on wartime footing, I am doing my part to make do with supplies on hand. Thanks to gall bladder and pancreatic issues two years back, I had sworn off ramen noodles, but just found a Spicy Chicken bowl, now residing in my gut. * Might be a ‘Mr. Creosote’ moment coming up...in more ways than one. Got toilet paper? 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wacka Posted March 20, 2020 Share Posted March 20, 2020 (edited) Tip: 20 year-old Nestle's Quik does not dissolve in milk anymore. Had some I bought in 1992 (copyright date on the container) Took ot from Buffalo to Hartford to California. I was moving again in 2012 and decided to see if it may be good still. Would not dissolve at all. Edited March 21, 2020 by Wacka 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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Hapless Bills Fan Posted March 21, 2020 Share Posted March 21, 2020 9 hours ago, Ridgewaycynic2013 said: Now that we’re on wartime footing, I am doing my part to make do with supplies on hand. Thanks to gall bladder and pancreatic issues two years back, I had sworn off ramen noodles, but just found a Spicy Chicken bowl, now residing in my gut. * Might be a ‘Mr. Creosote’ moment coming up...in more ways than one. I made a quick black bean chili the other day: 1/2 diced onion (coulda used onion powder) 1 can black beans 1 can diced tomatoes 1 cup cooked frozen corn Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Augie Posted March 21, 2020 Share Posted March 21, 2020 32 minutes ago, Hapless Bills Fan said: I made a quick black bean chili the other day: 1/2 diced onion (coulda used onion powder) 1 can black beans 1 can diced tomatoes 1 cup cooked frozen corn I foolishly threw out a tub of pick de Gallo after skirt steak taco night recently. A few days had passed, but I didn’t know what was to come. When I was eating my plain can of black beans, I was missing my pico! A little sour cream helped, but my next grocery trip will include frozen corn. I should always have that on hand! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hapless Bills Fan Posted March 21, 2020 Share Posted March 21, 2020 1 hour ago, Augie said: I foolishly threw out a tub of pick de Gallo after skirt steak taco night recently. A few days had passed, but I didn’t know what was to come. When I was eating my plain can of black beans, I was missing my pico! A little sour cream helped, but my next grocery trip will include frozen corn. I should always have that on hand! You know, I have a bit of sour cream and some salsa, and I didn't even think about a dab of those. Next time! 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OldTimeAFLGuy Posted March 21, 2020 Share Posted March 21, 2020 20 hours ago, Ridgewaycynic2013 said: Now that we’re on wartime footing, I am doing my part to make do with supplies on hand. Thanks to gall bladder and pancreatic issues two years back, I had sworn off ramen noodles, but just found a Spicy Chicken bowl, now residing in my gut. *Might be a ‘Mr. Creosote’ moment coming up...in more ways than one. ...keep the phone handy in case you have to call 911 or HAZMAT.....just sayin'................... 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hapless Bills Fan Posted March 21, 2020 Share Posted March 21, 2020 On 3/20/2020 at 11:00 AM, BUNCH OF MULARKEY said: Dude I'd be careful with ramen noodles. The sodium in them is astronomical. Just use half the flavoring package if you must I would say throw the flavoring package in the trash and replace with your own stuff. Healthier and better tasting: We use Ramen a lot as camping dinners. Here are two of my favorites: For non-camping dinners, replace freeze-dried veg with frozen or fresh. Can omit the fancy-pants pinenuts or replace with other nuts Italian Pesto Noodles Backpacking Dinner Per serving of 1/2 packet: 4.5 oz, 630 cal, 19 g protein without veg, 5.2 oz, 700 cal, 20.5 g protein with veg ounces Ingredients 1x 2x 6x calories protein g 1.5 oz || Ramen noodles 1.5 3 9 190 5 Homemade or commercial Pesto sauce 1 2 6 150 2 Aldi's Priano brand decent 1.0 oz || grated parmesan 1 2 6 110 8 1 oz || Toasted Pine Nuts 1 2 6 180 4 Longer trip option: 1 oz Olive oil 1 2 6 120 Spice mix: 1 T dried basil, 1 T dried parsley, 1 t garlic powder 0.3 0.6 1.8 Optional addition: 1/2 packet of freeze-dried mixed veg 0.7 1.4 70 1.5 Asian Peanut Noodles Backpacking Dinner Per serving of 1/2 packet: 3.7 oz, 460 cal, 15 g prot without peas. | 4.8 oz, 570 cal, 21 g prot with peas Ounces per serving Ingredients 1x 2x 6x calories protein g Ramen noodles (1/2 packet per serving) 1.5 3 190 5 Peanut butter 1 2 6 190 7 Soy Sauce (0.4 oz is about 3 packets or 1 T soy sauce) 0.4 0.8 2.4 Lime Juice (0.15 oz is about 2 packets or 1 1/2 teaspoons) 0.15 0.3 0.9 Note: can also use lemon juice or powdered sumac Chopped peanuts 0.5 1 80 3.5 Seasoning - per serving 1 t garlic, 1 t ginger, 1/16-1/8 t cayenne pepper 0.3 0.6 Optional: 1/2 packet of freeze-dried peas 1.1 2.2 110 7 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RochesterRob Posted March 22, 2020 Share Posted March 22, 2020 On 3/20/2020 at 12:56 PM, RochesterRob said: Local Wegman's update : very little in the meat dept. Milk 2 gallon limit per sale. Bread in surprisingly good availability. Fresh vegetables in good supply. Rice, pasta, and canned soup very little inventory. I grabbed a box of elbows and a box of rice. Probably 500 rolls of their toilet paper so I grabbed three rolls even though the limit was 6. Probably have 18 rolls total now with a few going to the in-laws. Heavy traffic even for a Friday. I did not get over into the freezer area. The plan for the week is involuntary vegetarian chili, mac salad, coleslaw all home made with a few bits of meat both bought today and from the freezer. No ground beef in the house at present. I might go see what the Mennonites have if I venture over to Yates County. Sunday update : Went for a follow up trip to Wegman's Saturday afternoon. Got a pound of 95 percent ground beef. 15-20 packages total in refrigerator case. Wanted chicken but only a couple packages of strips for stir fry. There were a half dozen packages of chuck roast so I bought one. Bought 1 gallon of milk and the limit was changed to one per sale. Toilet paper gone. Sitting at pretty much normal for the moment other than chicken. We'll see what next Friday brings. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ridgewaycynic2013 Posted March 22, 2020 Author Share Posted March 22, 2020 Hot damn! Kippers! Sopriste bompets, I eat tonight! ? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ridgewaycynic2013 Posted April 2, 2020 Author Share Posted April 2, 2020 April 2. Found a box of Stove Top dressing, chicken flavour, 'lower sodium'. Ghastly, but filled the hole. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gray Beard Posted April 2, 2020 Share Posted April 2, 2020 43 minutes ago, Ridgewaycynic2013 said: April 2. Found a box of Stove Top dressing, chicken flavour, 'lower sodium'. Ghastly, but filled the hole. For some reason, I immediately thought of this... 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Seasons1992 Posted April 2, 2020 Share Posted April 2, 2020 1 hour ago, Ridgewaycynic2013 said: April 2. Found a box of Stove Top dressing, chicken flavour, 'lower sodium'. Ghastly, but filled the hole. No way, I disagree. I had Kroger-brand dressing last night, turkey flavor. Delicious! Super easy to make. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gugny Posted April 2, 2020 Share Posted April 2, 2020 1 hour ago, Ridgewaycynic2013 said: April 2. Found a box of Stove Top dressing, chicken flavour, 'lower sodium'. Ghastly, but filled the hole. 19 minutes ago, Seasons1992 said: No way, I disagree. I had Kroger-brand dressing last night, turkey flavor. Delicious! Super easy to make. Stuffing. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Seasons1992 Posted April 2, 2020 Share Posted April 2, 2020 22 minutes ago, Gugny said: Stuffing. Oh I agree, but I didn't want to upset @Ridgewaycynic2013. He gets feisty. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ridgewaycynic2013 Posted April 2, 2020 Author Share Posted April 2, 2020 (edited) 17 minutes ago, Seasons1992 said: Oh I agree, but I didn't want to upset @Ridgewaycynic2013. He gets feisty. Feistier...I think the 'lower sodium' got me that way. ? Edited April 2, 2020 by Ridgewaycynic2013 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RochesterRob Posted April 2, 2020 Share Posted April 2, 2020 3 hours ago, Ridgewaycynic2013 said: April 2. Found a box of Stove Top dressing, chicken flavour, 'lower sodium'. Ghastly, but filled the hole. Stove Top has been terrible for years. Nothing like it was when I was in college and wanted something quick many years ago. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Punching Bag Posted April 2, 2020 Share Posted April 2, 2020 2 hours ago, RochesterRob said: Stove Top has been terrible for years. Nothing like it was when I was in college and wanted something quick many years ago. Agree. They changed recipe somehow. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Augie Posted April 2, 2020 Share Posted April 2, 2020 We have more food in the house than we’ve had since the boys were in high school. (That’s been a while!) My routine had been to shop daily for what I was in the mood for. NOW....I try to limit my trips so I load up, but not on stuffing. I like the old way better. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gray Beard Posted April 2, 2020 Share Posted April 2, 2020 27 minutes ago, Augie said: We have more food in the house than we’ve had since the boys were in high school. (That’s been a while!) My routine had been to shop daily for what I was in the mood for. NOW....I try to limit my trips so I load up, but not on stuffing. I like the old way better. Same with us. Either my wife or I would go grocery shopping almost every day. She loves a fresh baguette. Now she goes once every 7 to 10 days and fills the car. Plenty of time to cook. We have to be careful not to over eat. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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