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[cherry]

It is possible -- nay, probable -- that I have been heard many a time to proclaim that I have neither interest nor aptitude when it comes to all things domestic.

Seriously, people, I have set off the fire alarm while boiling water. I wish that was hyperbole, but, alas.

With my fancy new apartment, however, and this "taking lunch/supper" places kick I'm on, I am reaching out for help. I have decided that I am going to try to cook at least once a week.

What are your favourite recipes? Where do you find said things? What would you recommend to someone starting out?

Really, I'm very open. I don't eat red meat or bananas, but other than that ...

I adore vegetables and fruit and trying new things, but I appreciate classics. I enjoy both vegetarian and non-vegetarian options. I am partial to fast and easy, but am stoked to try things that are a little more involved. I am especially willing to put in the effort for things that are a little different (read: non-North American fare).

I often take lunch and supper to my full time and part time jobs, so reheatable/cold foods are good, and I am also interested in your favourite sandwiches and any awesomely interesting sandwich/salad combos you've tried.

Please: Educate me, mock my ineptitude, it's all good.

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[cherryice.livejournal.com]

Dude, totally email me more suggestions.

Also, re: veggie burgers: Have you ever tried the Superstore ones? They have a seven veggie variety and a lentil/rice/bean (with veggies) and curry one. It is pretty much the best thing ever, OMG.

How, exactly, does one steam veggies?

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There's two ways, once you've cut everything into bite sized pieces. Either put them in a steamer over boiling water with the lid on for a few minutes or in microwave on high in a bowl half full of water, covered in cling wrap for three minutes. :)

[sprat.livejournal.com]

You get a metal colander (like this), or a bamboo steaming basket if you're feeling extra crunchy, and also a pot that's the right size for the colander to rest on the rim without actually fitting inside -- like this. Put some water in the pot (not enough to touch the bottom of the colander, though) and put your veggies in the colander. Cover the veggies with a lid. Voila!

Dollarama has colanders that are perfect for steaming right now. Alternatively, you can also pick up a steamer for not too much at Walmart or Superstore - it works on the same principal, but sets it all up for you. My brother has one that's tri-level, so he can steam his veggies, rice and fish all at once. Fancy! *g*

[cherryice.livejournal.com]

Oh, tri-level steamer. That sounds fantastically indulgent. Thanks for the info.

I still have not been to Dollarama, can you believe that?