What a fantastic challenge this month - so exciting.
Renata of Testado, Provado e Aprovado was our Daring Cooks’ April 2011 hostess. Renata challenged us to think “outside the plate” and create our own edible containers! Prizes are being awarded to the most creative edible container and filling, so vote on your favorite from April 17th to May 16th at http://thedaringkitchen.com!
Well, with a) being a bit busy, b) being creatively challenged and, c) being useless at making things look pretty, I decided not to try to come up with something myself or compete but, instead, I chose to try out a few of the examples Renata gave us. I chose family friendly meals ideas and had some fun. I really do need to work on my presentation skills!
My first attempt was a very simple version of this breakfast - scrambled eggs in toast baskets with smoked salmon.
Next I tried a wee salad in a basket made from parmesan cheese. Laura gave me the idea in The Daring Cooks' Forum.
The next one was Texas Fiesta Bowls from Salad In A Jar.
I used her idea for the tortilla baskets and filled with my own chilli and accompaniments.
Next, I made eggs baked in potatoes as inspired by The Daily Spud.
And, finally, I made some Yorkshire puddings and filled them with stew. These are not the prettiest but they were very tasty and hearty. I made giant puddings for Steve and me and mini ones in muffin pans for the kids. Yum.
Wow, you made so many! They're all fabulous, but it was definitely the stew-filled Yorkshire pud that caught my eye on the forum. Now that is PROPER comfort food. :)
ReplyDeleteSuz - it was definitely comforting. Probably fairly hefty on the calories! :-)
ReplyDeleteI am thinking the eggs baked in a potato are my favorite. However I will tell you that in my opinion, most savory dishes can be made better with the addition of a soft yolk egg. Nice work on the challenge.
ReplyDeleteAh - I slightly overdid the eggs. I was hoping for a much runnier yolk. I agree - soft or runny eggs improve most things.
ReplyDeletewow this is a challenge! everything looks sooooo good! great work!
ReplyDeleteFor being uninspired, you certainly made some yummy looking dishes! I must try the eggs in potatoes - they look and sound absolutely delicious. Great job on all the dishes!!
ReplyDeleteWell done on such a good effort! All those great containers!
ReplyDeleteThink the stew does it for me too!
The eggs in potatoes are the ones that caught my eye! You made so many versions marvellous work on this challenge it sounds like you had a lot of FUN doing this challenge.
ReplyDeleteCheers from Audax in Sydney Australia.
Great ideas! I love crispy parmesan chips!
ReplyDeleteWell, seems like you're being too harsh on yourself! You did an amazing job, you tried so many versions of edible containers, and even if you haven't created your own, you gave them your touch and made them look amazing! Thanks for participating, I really appreciate all your enthusiasm!
ReplyDeleteThanks again everyone for the encouraging comments. :-)
ReplyDeleteThese are all brilliant ideas, brilliantly executed! Think I like the tortilla baskets and the eggy potatoes best of all =D
ReplyDeleteSo may versions! All look great, but I would go for the yorkshire puddings with the stew...
ReplyDeleteBest, Sandie