Isa Test Kitchen: Oven Baked Onion Rings

Andrew LOVES to cook. He gets such joy out of it. Especially when you have to painstakingly dredge onion rings in batter ONE by ONE. It's the most fun one could possibly have, right?

I'm lying. Obviously, no one likes battering stuff like that. It takes forever, and it's boring. Andrew and I tried to tag in and out so we could rest our minds from the bland abyss. But it doesn't help a whole lot. So, if you're ever going to a potluck and think making onion rings for 100 people sounds like a good idea -- don't. It's not really a good idea. I mean, it is. But it's a lot of work.

We made do though. MAYBE everyone didn't get onion rings. But I don't think I'll lose any sleep over it.

This recipes comes from www.theppk.com. I think they have a new low-fat, weight-lossy vegan cookbook coming out to counter the years we've all been cooking from Vegan Cupcakes Take Over the World. And rightfully so. The recipe was super easy. We used Italian bread crumbs instead of just plain ones. We thought it'd be a little bland without all the oil and fatty deliciousness. We also cut the salt a little since a few commenters thought they were too salty. Give 'em a try!

Vegan Meetup 2010: Hal & Al's

This is the email, please come! It will be fun and delicious. I promise:

What: January 2010 Columbus Vegan Meetup @ Hal & Al's w/Rad Dog!
When: January 23, 2010 4:30 PM
Where:
Hal & Al's
1297 Parsons Ave
Columbus, OH 43206
(614) 375-4812

"Happy 2010 all!

To kick off the new year, we're gonna visit a new-ish Columbus establishment that has joined forces with a well-known local vegan presence. Hal & Al's, a pub featuring live music and rotating artwork, is the current home of Rad Dog!

Tawd Bell has kept the familiar favorites from his all-vegan street cart menu and added such yummies as the Be Bin Bop (tempura-battered dog covered in kimchee and red pepper sauce), the Radneck (deep-fried beer brat smothered in mashed potatoes and gravy), tempura, fried pickles, pretzels, and mac-n-”cheese”, as well as other items. Check out the menu!

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This will be a pay-as-you-go event, which allows each guest the flexibility of ordering as little or as much as is desired. Though Hal & Al's is a pub, this will be a family-friendly event. Kids are welcome!

For our viewing pleasure, the artwork of Mike Martin will be on display.

As Tawd has requested a final head count to ensure that he can provide us with the best service possible, we kindly ask that all RSVP's be up-to-date by the designated deadline.

Come partake in delicious Rad Dog! comfort food and enjoy the company of like-minded folks in a cozy pub. Can you think of a better way to beat the gray days of January? We couldn't, either.

Hope to see you there!

Debra and Doug

RSVP here:
http://vegan.meetup.com/44/calendar/12072321/"

Vegan MoFo Day 24: Busy and Presents

I was so busy today getting Andrew's birthday cake and birthday dinner ready for tomorrow that I really didn't cook today. We did go to the vegan meetup with Rad Dog today, though, and had a blast! I hope I'll have some pictures of that for you all this week. And if you're in Columbus, consider coming next month for the Thanksgiving potluck.

I wanted to give you all an environmental tip. I'm sure you've seen it before, but if you get presents for someone, consider wrapping them in old newspaper or comics. Not only does it reuse your old waste but it also prevents you from making new waste! Plus, I think it looks kinda cool.

Columbus Vegan Meetup: Rad Dog

If you're in Columbus, come to the vegan meet up this month!! It's a great group, run by some awesome people [[Doug and Debra]]. If you're looking to meet more vegans, this is a good place to go. They're all super smart and have great cooking tips, too.

What: October 2009 Columbus Vegan Meetup @ Scioto Audubon Metro Park w/Rad Dog!
When: October 24, 2009 12:00 PM
Price: $9.50 per person
Where:
Scioto Audubon Metro Park
395 W. Whittier Street
Columbus, OH 43206

For $9.50, you will receive a Rad Dog! combo consisting of:

*A vegan sandwich of your choice: Hot Dog (single or double in one bun), Beer Brat, Italian Sausage, Kielbasa, Beer Brat w/sauerkraut, peppers, onions & mustard, Chili Dog w/salsa, Reuben, or Sloppy Joe
*A cup of vegan chili
*Blue Sky Soda or water
*A Pattycake Vegan Bakery cookie

If you haven't heard of Rad Dog, it's Columbus' own all vegan hot dog stand. I haven't given them a try yet, but I hear great things!

Be there! Or be square. . .
I said it.