• Re: Greasy Spoons

    From Dave Drum@1:18/200 to Ruth Haffly on Thursday, April 17, 2025 10:15:00
    Ruth Haffly wrote to Dave Drum <=-

    Quite so. We even have the Simmons Cancer Institute.

    Not heard of that one but I presume a top tier one.

    Accordig to their on-line blurb: "Simmons Cancer Institute offers comprehensive cancer care, research and education at SIU School of Medicine." The doctor who did my gall bladder surgery is based there.

    Still, doesn't have a name I recognise.

    Itsa regional facility, unlike the Mayo Clinic or Cancer Centers of
    America.

    8<----- CLIP ----->8

    go for stuff as hot as I used to - for that very reason. But I still
    put a glug of Frank's in my tomato juice.

    I've come way down on my heat tolerance level. It was a high medium in
    AZ and first part of HI, now down to mild with a bit of a kick.

    Popeyes spicy chicken is fairly mild. But if I want to get stupid they offer a Ghost Pepper spiced sandwich or wings.

    I go for the mild white; I like the taste of it better than spicy,
    dark. It's a few pennies more but worth it, IMO.

    Other than the "Tuesday Special" which is dark meat there is no price difference between the fron to the bird and back of the bird pieces...3

    They (Popeyes) have come up with another new "special" flavour for their chicken sandwiches .... according to their e-mail solicitation "Make it
    tangy too with our NEW Pickle Glaze." I'll give it a shot today or
    tomorrow. Doing two doctor appointments today - regular croaker in the
    morning then the pulmonologist this afternoon for a pro-op check before
    they remove something from my right lung.

    So, if I miss lunch today I'll do it tomorrow. Plus Popeyes is offering
    their chicken sandwiches for U$4.20 through April 20.

    MMMMM----- Recipe via Meal-Master (tm) v8.06

    Title: DIY Popeyes Chicken Sandwich
    Categories: Poultry, Dairy, Herbs, Chilies
    Yield: 4 Servings

    MMMMM----------------------CHICKEN MARINADE---------------------------
    2 Boned, skinned chicken
    - breasts
    1 c Buttermilk
    1 ts (EA) paprika, garlic powder
    - black pepper, salt

    MMMMM--------------------------BREADING-------------------------------
    1 c Flour
    1/2 c Corn starch
    1 tb (EA) paprika, garlic powder
    - onion powder, ground
    - cayenne pepper
    1 ts (EA) salt & pepper

    MMMMM-------------------------SPICY MAYO------------------------------
    1/2 c Mayo
    1 ts Hot sauce
    1 ts Paprika or cajun seasoning
    1/2 ts Garlic powder

    MMMMM--------------------------ASSEMBLY-------------------------------
    4 md Brioche buns
    Mayonnaise
    Sliced dill pickles
    4 c Oil; for frying

    TO MARINATE CHICKEN: Pound chicken breasts in between
    two pieces of parchment paper or plastic wrap. Cut each
    chicken breast in half crosswise to make 2 small pieces
    of chicken about the same size as the bun.

    In a large bowl, buttermilk, paprika, garlic powder,
    salt & black pepper. Add the chicken to the mix and
    place in the fridge to marinate up to 24 hours or use
    right away.

    TO COOK CHICKEN: Heat oil in a large heavy-duty skillet
    or pot on medium temperature or until the temperature
    reaches 350ºF/175ºC.

    In a medium shallow bowl, whisk the flour, cornstarch,
    and spices. Drizzle 2-3 tablespoons of the buttermilk
    batter into the flour mixture and mix it through with a
    fork.

    Working with 1 piece at a time, dredge chicken the flour
    mixture and press flour on the top chicken to form a
    thick crust. Transfer chicken to hot oil and fry for 3-5
    minutes per side or until the outside is crispy and
    golden and the internal temperature reaches 165F.

    TO ASSEMBLE: Melt 1 tablespoon butter in a large
    saucepan and toast buns face down until golden and
    crisp. Whisk all the ingredients for the mayo in a small
    bowl and spread a generous layer of mayo on each bun.
    Top with pickles and chicken. Enjoy hot!

    Serves: 4 sandwiches

    RECIPE FROM: https://gimmedelicious.com

    Uncle Dirty Dave's Archives

    MMMMM

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  • From Ruth Haffly@1:396/45.28 to Dave Drum on Thursday, April 17, 2025 17:13:12
    Hi Dave,

    Accordig to their on-line blurb: "Simmons Cancer Institute offers comprehensive cancer care, research and education at SIU School of Medicine." The doctor who did my gall bladder surgery is based there.

    Still, doesn't have a name I recognise.

    Itsa regional facility, unlike the Mayo Clinic or Cancer Centers of America.

    Which is why I never heard of it. My sister that lived in Champaign for
    several years probably knew the name, even tho she had no dealings (that
    I know of) with them.

    8<----- CLIP ----->8

    Popeyes spicy chicken is fairly mild. But if I want to get stupid they offer a Ghost Pepper spiced sandwich or wings.

    I go for the mild white; I like the taste of it better than spicy,
    dark. It's a few pennies more but worth it, IMO.

    Other than the "Tuesday Special" which is dark meat there is no price difference between the fron to the bird and back of the bird
    pieces...3

    I've noticed some franchises do have a price differential between white
    and dark. Probably a regional directive or something of that sort.



    They (Popeyes) have come up with another new "special" flavour for
    their chicken sandwiches .... according to their e-mail solicitation
    "Make it tangy too with our NEW Pickle Glaze." I'll give it a shot

    Sweet pickle or dill? Neither one sounds appealing to me, tho I do like
    the B&B pickles Chick-Fil-A puts on their sandwiches. Sometimes when I
    order the tenders, I'll ask for a side of pickles for them. Some places
    charge a (minimal) amount, other places, they're free. Those and a bit
    of mayo give me a meal without the extra carbs of the bun.

    today or
    tomorrow. Doing two doctor appointments today - regular croaker in the morning then the pulmonologist this afternoon for a pro-op check
    before they remove something from my right lung.

    I saw my primary care doctor today, had some blood work done last week
    that she looked at. Saw some improvement in some numbers, always a good
    thing.


    So, if I miss lunch today I'll do it tomorrow. Plus Popeyes is
    offering their chicken sandwiches for U$4.20 through April 20.

    Sounds good, might be worth a trip to Raleigh.


    ---
    Catch you later,
    Ruth
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  • From Dave Drum@1:396/45 to Ruth Haffly on Saturday, April 19, 2025 05:28:30
    Ruth Haffly wrote to Dave Drum <=-

    Accordig to their on-line blurb: "Simmons Cancer Institute offers comprehensive cancer care, research and education at SIU School of Medicine." The doctor who did my gall bladder surgery is based there.

    Still, doesn't have a name I recognise.

    It's a regional facility, unlike the Mayo Clinic or Cancer Centers of America.

    Which is why I never heard of it. My sister that lived in Champaign for several years probably knew the name, even tho she had no dealings
    (that I know of) with them.

    She was in the base of operations of the University of Illinois. It's
    odd, though. U of I's medical school is affiliated/located with their
    Chicago campus/school. And S.I.U. whose main campus is in Carbondale a
    long way from their medical campus in Springfield.

    According to U.S. News & World Report to rank SIU in the top 10 medical schools in the country for primary care.[

    8<----- CLIP ----->8

    Popeyes spicy chicken is fairly mild. But if I want to get stupid they offer a Ghost Pepper spiced sandwich or wings.

    I go for the mild white; I like the taste of it better than spicy,
    dark. It's a few pennies more but worth it, IMO.

    Other than the "Tuesday Special" which is dark meat there is no price difference between the fron to the bird and back of the bird
    pieces...3

    I've noticed some franchises do have a price differential between white and dark. Probably a regional directive or something of that sort.

    As their e-mail "specials" say at the bottom - "prices may vary". I've
    been taking advantage of the Eaqster/4-20 special of a #1 in the US
    rated chicken sandwich for U$4.20. Monday the price goes back to U$5.

    They (Popeyes) have come up with another new "special" flavour for
    their chicken sandwiches .... according to their e-mail solicitation
    "Make it tangy too with our NEW Pickle Glaze." I'll give it a shot

    Sweet pickle or dill? Neither one sounds appealing to me, tho I do like the B&B pickles Chick-Fil-A puts on their sandwiches. Sometimes when I order the tenders, I'll ask for a side of pickles for them. Some places charge a (minimal) amount, other places, they're free. Those and a bit
    of mayo give me a meal without the extra carbs of the bun.

    I tried it yesterday at the currently discounted price. Along with a side
    of fried pickles (think fried tomatoes). I'll order the fried pickles in
    the future - but not the pickle glazed chicken sandwich. The dill pickle slicesd and the zippy mayo are all I need/want/desire on my chicken
    sandwich .... unless there is a slice of tomato laying about.

    tomorrow. Doing two doctor appointments today - regular croaker in the morning then the pulmonologist this afternoon for a pro-op check
    before they remove something from my right lung.

    I saw my primary care doctor today, had some blood work done last week that she looked at. Saw some improvement in some numbers, always a good thing.

    And I learned that this next deal is not removal but a biopsy. Dr. Taylor described the procedure and the possible outcomes. And what the oprions
    are if the biopsy comes back with the Big C. I present myself to Special Procedures at 05:15 next Wednesday for what shoud be an out-patient deal.

    MMMMM----- Recipe via Meal-Master (tm) v8.06

    Title: Fried Tomatoes
    Categories: Five, Vegetables, Breads
    Yield: 8 Servings

    2 c A-P flour
    1 1/2 c Water
    1 tb Seasoned salt
    6 md Firm tomatoes; in 1/4"
    - slices
    2 1/2 c Saltine crackers; crushed
    - to fine crumbs
    Oil to fry

    In a shallow bowl, whisk together the flour, water,
    and salt until smooth. In a separate shallow bowl,
    place the cracker crumbs. Dip tomato slices first
    into the flour mixture and then into the crumbs,
    coating evenly.

    In a large skillet, heat about 1/8" of oil. Add the
    tomatoes. Cook the tomatoes for 2 minutes on each
    side or until golden brown, turning once.

    Makes 8 servings.

    Uncle Dirty Dave's Kitchen

    MMMMM


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  • From Ruth Haffly@1:396/45.28 to Dave Drum on Saturday, April 19, 2025 15:36:56
    Hi Dave,


    It's a regional facility, unlike the Mayo Clinic or Cancer Centers of America.

    Which is why I never heard of it. My sister that lived in Champaign for several years probably knew the name, even tho she had no dealings
    (that I know of) with them.

    She was in the base of operations of the University of Illinois. It's
    odd, though. U of I's medical school is affiliated/located with their Chicago campus/school. And S.I.U. whose main campus is in Carbondale a long way from their medical campus in Springfield.

    And I've never had need of any of them. Passed thru the state a number
    of times but only stopped for longer than a few minutes was when we
    stopped on our way to AZ in 1993 to visit my sister. Came thru south of
    Chicago a few years ago with the camper--roads were horrible!

    8<----- CLIP ----->8

    Other than the "Tuesday Special" which is dark meat there is no price difference between the fron to the bird and back of the bird
    pieces...3

    I've noticed some franchises do have a price differential between white and dark. Probably a regional directive or something of that sort.

    As their e-mail "specials" say at the bottom - "prices may vary". I've been taking advantage of the Eaqster/4-20 special of a #1 in the US
    rated chicken sandwich for U$4.20. Monday the price goes back to U$5.

    Too bad they can't be (at least the chicken part) frozen to enjoy later.
    Or is it something easily copu-able?

    They (Popeyes) have come up with another new "special" flavour for
    their chicken sandwiches .... according to their e-mail solicitation
    "Make it tangy too with our NEW Pickle Glaze." I'll give it a shot

    Sweet pickle or dill? Neither one sounds appealing to me, tho I do like the B&B pickles Chick-Fil-A puts on their sandwiches. Sometimes when I

    I tried it yesterday at the currently discounted price. Along with a
    side of fried pickles (think fried tomatoes). I'll order the fried
    pickles in the future - but not the pickle glazed chicken sandwich.
    The dill pickle slicesd and the zippy mayo are all I need/want/desire
    on my chicken
    sandwich .... unless there is a slice of tomato laying about.

    On the side sounds much better than glazing the chicken with pickle
    juice.

    tomorrow. Doing two doctor appointments today - regular croaker in the morning then the pulmonologist this afternoon for a pro-op check
    before they remove something from my right lung.

    I saw my primary care doctor today, had some blood work done last week that she looked at. Saw some improvement in some numbers, always a good thing.

    And I learned that this next deal is not removal but a biopsy. Dr.
    Taylor described the procedure and the possible outcomes. And what the oprions are if the biopsy comes back with the Big C. I present myself
    to Special Procedures at 05:15 next Wednesday for what shoud be an out-patient deal.

    OK, please keep us posted. Hopefully nothing serious but they just want
    to make sure........

    ---
    Catch you later,
    Ruth
    rchaffly{at}earthlink{dot}net FIDO 1:396/45.28


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