Category Archives: Cooking

Nashville Style Fried Chicken Sandwiches . . . Get ‘Em , They’re HOT ! / Oddo Print Shop Until 3:00

Posted on February 9, 2011 by

The Nashville Style Fried Chicken Sandwich finally makes it to the menu. It was delayed because we couldn’t find Bread and Butter Pickles that didn’t contain high fructose corn syrup. So we took matters into our own hands and made … Continue reading →

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Sunday’s Test Kitchen Report

Posted on February 7, 2011 by

REPORT / TEST KITCHEN, FEB. 6, 2011 SUBJECTS: Arancini, Galette Saucisse, Nashville Style Chicken Sandwich OVERALL IMPRESSIONS: Positive, gooey, savory, lip-tingling ARANCINI PROCESS: Risotto is made with arborio rice, butter, onion, white wine, chicken broth and parmigiano cheese.     … Continue reading →

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It’s Our Day Off . . . So Research Continues In The Test Kitchen Back At Mission Control

Posted on February 6, 2011 by

Onion Ring research continued yesterday. A batch of thick cut rings with an extra crispy, tempura-like batter met with approval. A turmeric – ginger dipping sauce was also prepared and enjoyed an enthusiastic appraisal from tasters. The crew will not … Continue reading →

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Onion Ring Research Report / We’ll Be At Oddo Print Shop Until 3:00 (unless snow shortens our flight plan)

Posted on February 5, 2011 by

Applying scientific method, the crew did produce rings that did raise contentment levels in human test subjects. The thinly sliced, buttermilk-soaked rings that were dusted with flour and cayenne won out. Followed with a Coconut Cupcake, one subject seemed to … Continue reading →

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Today’s Mission . . . Study The Effects Of Onion Rings Upon Human Levels Of Contentment

Posted on February 4, 2011 by

Mission Control has issued orders to experiment with Onion Rings today. String versus Thick Rings. Marinated in Buttermilk or not. Beer Batter versus a light cayenne infused dusting of flour. It is a difficult assignment, but worry not, we shall … Continue reading →

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Gastronaut Blog / Stardate: January 29 / Fun With Buckwheat Crepes / Oddo’s Until 3:00

Posted on January 29, 2011 by

Yesterday we conducted tests involving Buckwheat Crepes. Empirical data suggests that the results were savory, delicious, and totally appropriate for a winter afternoon snack. Further studies are to continue today with a focus on stuffing them with yummy things. Pork … Continue reading →

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Just keep cooking . . .

Posted on August 25, 2010 by

The crew continues to cook and cook and cook . . .  

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Crew training continues with further menu development.

Posted on August 22, 2010 by

Mission Status: The final phase of training before launch consists of day-long sessions of cooking in the rocket coordinated with the continuing search for local, quality conscious, reliable provisioners. Yesterday’s menu included frites, beignets, egg sandwiches, grilled cheese sandwiches, burgers, … Continue reading →

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Developing A Menu

Posted on August 17, 2010 by

While the rocket is at the sign shop getting new graphics applied, menu development continues here at mission control.

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The first day of actual cooking in the rocket . . .

Posted on August 15, 2010 by

The first day of training begins with a well executed green chile cheeseburger.

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