Shaki Posted September 18, 2009 Report Share Posted September 18, 2009 Try cooking it for even longer, 25 mins doesn't seem enough. Bolognese should be at least an hour, covered on a low heat and don't stir it too often. Also a decent glug of red wine between browning the meat and adding the tomatoes will help it along nicely.What he said. I also have a slow cooker bought in tesco for about 15 which is a good investment and great for bolognaise. Stick all yer ingredients for a bolognaise into it in the morning (don't need to brown the mince or anything) and stick it on a low heat for 8 hours. Arrive home from work, boil up some pasta, stick the red wine you didn't use in a pint glass and sit down for a fine tea.Oregano is the best herb to use for bolognaise. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest droid Posted September 18, 2009 Report Share Posted September 18, 2009 Basil is also good for spagbol,try adding lemon juice[instead of wine] and a touch of brown sugar too....yummy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chris Posted September 28, 2009 Report Share Posted September 28, 2009 How in the name of fuck do you poach an egg?I've never tried it before as I've always been a fan of the easily attainable frying or scrambling options. But tonight I got it into my head that I really wanted some nice spaghetti with garlic and a poached egg on top.3 fucking eggs later and I had a big mess, half an edible poached egg and cold spaghetti. Earlier on I watched the hairy bikers poach an egg perfectly first time by doing exactly the same thing as me. I think I just need to practice more. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Captain America Posted September 28, 2009 Report Share Posted September 28, 2009 How in the name of fuck do you poach an egg?I've never tried it before as I've always been a fan of the easily attainable frying or scrambling options. But tonight I got it into my head that I really wanted some nice spaghetti with garlic and a poached egg on top.3 fucking eggs later and I had a big mess, half an edible poached egg and cold spaghetti. Earlier on I watched the hairy bikers poach an egg perfectly first time by doing exactly the same thing as me. I think I just need to practice more.Apparantly a super fresh egg really helps. Like still warm from the chickens arse fresh... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alkaline Posted September 28, 2009 Report Share Posted September 28, 2009 How in the name of fuck do you poach an egg?I've never tried it before as I've always been a fan of the easily attainable frying or scrambling options. But tonight I got it into my head that I really wanted some nice spaghetti with garlic and a poached egg on top.3 fucking eggs later and I had a big mess, half an edible poached egg and cold spaghetti. Earlier on I watched the hairy bikers poach an egg perfectly first time by doing exactly the same thing as me. I think I just need to practice more.If you're a poaching spastic buy a poach-buddy:http://www.fusionbrands.com/index.php?main_page=product_info&products_id=182 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scootray Posted September 28, 2009 Report Share Posted September 28, 2009 Boiling water. Crack an egg in the water. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Adam Easy Wishes Posted September 28, 2009 Report Share Posted September 28, 2009 How in the name of fuck do you poach an egg?I've never tried it before as I've always been a fan of the easily attainable frying or scrambling options. But tonight I got it into my head that I really wanted some nice spaghetti with garlic and a poached egg on top.3 fucking eggs later and I had a big mess, half an edible poached egg and cold spaghetti. Earlier on I watched the hairy bikers poach an egg perfectly first time by doing exactly the same thing as me. I think I just need to practice more.Eggsactly (boom boom) the same thing happens to me every single time I try. I just don't bother anymore.All the tips (vinegar in the water, 'whirlpool' before dropping the egg in) just don't work. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nev Posted September 28, 2009 Report Share Posted September 28, 2009 Put vinegar in the water Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chris Posted September 28, 2009 Report Share Posted September 28, 2009 Apparantly a super fresh egg really helps. Like still warm from the chickens arse fresh...My eggs were bought on Saturday. They were pretty fresh.If you're a poaching spastic buy a poach-buddy:I don't want to cheat. Though I did see a really easy method involving cling film. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chris Posted September 28, 2009 Report Share Posted September 28, 2009 Put vinegar in the waterI did. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alkaline Posted September 28, 2009 Report Share Posted September 28, 2009 My eggs were bought on Saturday. They were pretty fresh.I don't want to cheat. Though I did see a really easy method involving cling film.It's not cheating, just containing. I find that a fresh egg in boiling water with a splash of vinegar and whirl-pooling the water works for me but poach-pods are totally acceptable for poachtards. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
framheim Posted September 28, 2009 Report Share Posted September 28, 2009 How in the name of fuck do you poach an egg?I've never tried it before as I've always been a fan of the easily attainable frying or scrambling options. But tonight I got it into my head that I really wanted some nice spaghetti with garlic and a poached egg on top.3 fucking eggs later and I had a big mess, half an edible poached egg and cold spaghetti. Earlier on I watched the hairy bikers poach an egg perfectly first time by doing exactly the same thing as me. I think I just need to practice more.it's not hard, put a bit of vinegar in some water, swirl it around and crack an egg into it. what's happening to your eggs? are they breaking up in the water or when you try and take them out? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nev Posted September 28, 2009 Report Share Posted September 28, 2009 It's not cheating, just containing. I find that a fresh egg in boiling water with a splash of vinegar and whirl-pooling the water works for me but poach-pods are totally acceptable for poachtards.Must spread... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chris Posted September 28, 2009 Report Share Posted September 28, 2009 it's not hard, put a bit of vinegar in some water, swirl it around and crack an egg into it. what's happening to your eggs? are they breaking up in the water or when you try and take them out?They're breaking up in the water and becoming egg soup. The last and most successful attempt involved hot water, vinegar, stirring and holding the cup with the egg in it in the water for 20 seconds before pouring the egg in. But it was still shit. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lemonade Posted September 29, 2009 Report Share Posted September 29, 2009 I made a fresh blueberry cheesecake the other night and it was delicious, albeit slightly burnt on top.So simple, and yet it tasted amazing.It says to use a 23cm tin, but I did that and it was very shallow - the base was only about 1cm thick. If I were making it again I'd use a smaller tin. Also it said to bake for 40 minutes, but I went back after 30 and mine was burning, so I'd change it to 30.Baked cheesecake with blueberriesServes: 10 , Preparation time: 15 minutes, Cooking time: 45 minutesIngredients:75g butter, melted, plus extra for greasing175g digestive biscuits175g blueberries, plus extra for decorating450g cream cheese150g caster sugar1 tsp vanilla extract4 eggs, lightly beatenIcing sugar, to dust24cm diameter springform/loose-bottomed tin(1) Preheat the oven to 180/gas 4. Butter the tin sides and base.(2) Place the biscuits in a food processor and pulse until the mixture resembles rough breadcrumbs. Alternatively, put them in a plastic bag and bash with a rolling pin. Mix the crushed biscuits with the melted butter and press into the base of the tin. Spread the blueberries over the base and leave to chill in the fridge until needed.(3) Beat the cream cheese, sugar, vanilla extract and eggs together in a large bowl until smooth and creamy. Pour over the top of the blueberries and then bake in the oven for 40 minutes, or until its pale golden and only wobbles slightly when you gently shake the tin.(4) Remove from the oven and allow to cool in the tin for 10-15 minutes, then run a knife around the edge to loosen it and remove it from the tin. Transfer to a serving plate. sprinkle over a few blueberries, then dust with icing sugar.(5) Serve chilled. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Soda Jerk Posted September 29, 2009 Report Share Posted September 29, 2009 A poaching pan is only a few quid, and they are great. Less work than the constant swirling, and they keep a nice shape. Less chance of them going hard too.Poached egg is my favourite kind of egg. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Monster Zero Posted September 29, 2009 Report Share Posted September 29, 2009 I concur with poaching pans. The egg comes out in a nice boob shape that fits nicely into a muffin.I am currently loving Subway Melt sandwiches - turkey, ham, cheese and bacon with added lettuce, tomato and jalapeno. Delicious. In fact i'm salivating at the thought right now. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DJ Jo-D Posted September 29, 2009 Author Report Share Posted September 29, 2009 It's not cheating, just containing. I find that a fresh egg in boiling water with a splash of vinegar and whirl-pooling the water works for me but poach-pods are totally acceptable for poachtards.Is it not more advisable to have the water simmering, so that the bubbling action of the boiling water doesn't distrupt the egg and mess it up? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alkaline Posted September 29, 2009 Report Share Posted September 29, 2009 Is it not more advisable to have the water simmering, so that the bubbling action of the boiling water doesn't distrupt the egg and mess it up?Yeah, sorry, i meant into water that has boiled. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DJ Jo-D Posted September 29, 2009 Author Report Share Posted September 29, 2009 sorry wasn't picking just enquiring Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Soda Jerk Posted October 1, 2009 Report Share Posted October 1, 2009 They're giving away Lindt Chocolate outside the St Nick's centre. I went to about 6 different guys. Get in my gob! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scootray Posted October 1, 2009 Report Share Posted October 1, 2009 They're giving away Lindt Chocolate outside the St Nick's centre. I said to about 6 different guys, "Get in my gob!"You dirty bugger, you. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Soda Jerk Posted October 1, 2009 Report Share Posted October 1, 2009 I'm a bastard. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FatHand Posted October 1, 2009 Report Share Posted October 1, 2009 Yatai = Awesome Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lemonade Posted October 6, 2009 Report Share Posted October 6, 2009 How gross does this sound?Snickers salad - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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