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brewmonkey
10-22-2004, 05:51
I got this cool little Hamilton Beach veggie steamer the other day. Not overly exciting I know, but I hate mushy veggies. It has a little well in it for herbs/spices and the steam passes through that and infuses with the food. I made just veggies (cauliflower & carrots) last night but I am thinking of doing some Talapia or Salmon in it this afternoon for lunch.
Bill Harsey
10-22-2004, 18:25
Keep me posted on how that sucker works. Teram Sergeant knows the story, it's funny.
Team Sergeant
10-22-2004, 20:08
And it was a good story.... ;)
Brew, I steam veggies all the time and you can make them just as mushy in a steamer as in boiling water. Timing is every thing!
TS
brewmonkey
10-23-2004, 07:14
I learned (brain cramp) yesterday that some veggies need more time then others and they should be added accordingly. Nothing like perfect carrots and soggy broccoli. :rolleyes:
Sacamuelas
10-23-2004, 07:43
LOL.. I hear you Brew. We use our steamer all the time. It makes perfect rice too (although it takes 50 minutes instead of 20).
I learned (brain cramp) yesterday that some veggies need more time then others and they should be added accordingly. Nothing like perfect carrots and soggy broccoli. :rolleyes:
Basic guide.
40 - Rice
10-12 for brocolli
35 - for corn on the cob
25 - carrots.
15-20 - Asparagus
Best bet is to test them every couple of min.
The are good for steaming hotdog buns also. - Wrap them in a paper towel and put in for ~ 3 min.
Veggies? I don't eat no stinkin' veggies.
Roguish Lawyer
10-23-2004, 20:14
Basic guide.
40 - Rice
10-12 for brocolli
35 - for corn on the cob
25 - carrots.
15-20 - Asparagus
Maybe for your steamer -- they are all different!