Delicious Microwave Recipes: Dcb Cookbook Reviews & Tips

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Discussion Overview

This thread centers around personal experiences with recipes from the DCB cookbook, particularly focusing on microwave cooking. Participants share their thoughts on specific dishes, modifications they made, and challenges faced with cooking equipment.

Discussion Character

  • Anecdotal
  • Opinion-based

Main Points Raised

  • One participant, identifying as a consultant, made the Jambalaya Pasta and found it suitable for shows, noting its good flavor and microwave cooking demonstration potential.
  • Another participant shared their experience with the Creamy Lemon Pesto Chicken, highlighting modifications made to enhance flavor, including grilling the chicken and adjusting the sauce.
  • Several users mentioned their preference for adapting recipes, with one participant humorously noting their inability to follow recipes as written.
  • One participant expressed dissatisfaction with the buffalo chicken lasagna, suggesting it was not a good demo recipe due to its lengthy cooking time and odd ingredient choices.
  • Another participant discussed the challenges of using gluten-free pasta, specifically Tinkyada, and shared their experiences with rinsing and cooking it in recipes.
  • Multiple participants noted issues with microwave size, particularly regarding the fit of the DCB, and shared their frustrations about not being able to practice recipes for shows.
  • One participant mentioned upgrading their microwave to accommodate the DCB, suggesting it was a worthwhile investment.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Views differ regarding the effectiveness of certain recipes and the challenges posed by microwave size. No clear consensus emerges on the best practices for adapting recipes or the suitability of specific dishes for demonstrations.

Contextual Notes

Participants share a range of experiences with microwave cooking and recipe adaptations, reflecting personal preferences and cooking challenges. The discussion highlights the diversity of cooking methods and individual tastes within the community.

Who May Find This Useful

Consultants looking for insights on microwave recipes, adaptations for gluten-free cooking, and experiences with the DCB cookbook may find this discussion relevant.

mountainmama74 said:
Did the Apple Berry Salsa at a show this weekend, demoing the MFP. It was wonderful! I got FIVE bookings, because everyone wants one! Woot!
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Great to know this...and baking the chips on the new cookie sheet will show that off as well! I have not used the MFP yet and can't wait to show it! The Apple Berry Salsa was one recipe I was thinking about trying in it. Also the Mango Salsa Sundaes!

I have tried the Sweet & Sour Shrimp from the DCB cookbook only I took boneless, skinless chicken, cubed it, added the Asian spice, tossed it and cooked it in the microwave with the Classic Batter Bowl. I also added more Sweet and Sour sauce (which I love the new sauce). I too did not use the basil. We LOVED it!!!!

I also showed the mango wedger at work today and sold at least one!
 
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Have the Beef Straganoff waiting on the table! Just cooking the noodles. Not sure about the sherry - I can smell it just by stirring it up. May skip it next time. I normally cook simple meats (chicken, hamburger, etc) so this was a first for me.
 
Can anyone post the Family Burrito Bake recipe, I havent got my book yet and I want to make this for dinner tonight.
thanks!
 
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yankfan24 said:
Made this last night for my family. It's a KEEPER!! Everyone liked it which is hard for me with a couple of picky eaters. I did leave the refried beans off 1/4 so my son would eat it. We decided that it could use a bit more SW seasoning and maybe some jalapeno slices. Next time we are going to make our OWN SALSA with the MFP. This would be a great show recipe and great for interactive shows.
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I would definitely make it with homemade salsa rather than the jarred salsa. But then I am picky about that stuff, being from Texas! But I did make it and it was pretty good. I feel like there is something missing though. I might try it again and add some chopped green chilies and maybe back off on the amount of corn.

It actually resembles a recipe that I got from my Mother in Law when I married my late husband. I might see about taking her recipe and doing it for the DCB. If it's good, I will share!!
 
ChefBeckyD said:
It's in the All The Best Cookbook also...
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Thanks Becky! I don't own that one but my MIL does.
 
Dotty said:
Thanks Becky! I don't own that one but my MIL does.
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You're welcome! How did it work out doing it for your event?

The Apple Berry Salsa is such a tried and true favorite, but I've always thought it was a bit fussy and time consuming to make. It would be great if the MFP made it easier!
 
ChefBeckyD said:
You're welcome! How did it work out doing it for your event?

The Apple Berry Salsa is such a tried and true favorite, but I've always thought it was a bit fussy and time consuming to make. It would be great if the MFP made it easier!
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The MFP worked great! In fact, we had a special Demonstration area at the event and both Tupperware and myself demonstrated our MFPs. People told me that the MFP is better than the Tupperware one.. theirs looked like so much work! I did my demo by giving out samples of the apple spice chips and explaining how easy they were to make (following the cinamon crisp recipe in the SB but using our Sweet Apple Sprinkle). I cored the apple with the apple corer, sliced it into quarters (could have used the apple slicer) and processed it. A 4 year old (daughter of another consultant) helped me with the MFP processing. I then sliced the ends off the kiwi with the forged cutlery, peeled it with the serrated peeler, hulled the strawberries and put those in the MFP with a tablespoon of pineapple jam. I gave a squeeze of lime and zested a quarter of an orange. The recipe definitely needs to be halved when you use the MFP!
I gave out samples again with the chips. People LOVED it!

It is really quick and easy with the MFP. You can simplify it and not use the zest or jam, but I think the squeeze of lemon or lime is necessary to add a little more juice to the dip.
 
chef.dione said:
Can anyone post the Family Burrito Bake recipe, I havent got my book yet and I want to make this for dinner tonight.
thanks!
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Here you go.
 

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I made the Three-Cheese Mac & Cheese tonight and was so disappointed! I'll admit, I forgot to buy chives and talked myself out of running to the store to get them, so MAYBE that would have helped give it some flavor... but for all of the prep time I put into this recipe, to have it be as "eh" as it was is a bummer. Plus, after buying the $11 worth of cheese needed to even make the recipe, I was hoping for something worth the price. :(
 
I made the paella tonight too. DH and I both loved it. It was quick and easy.
 

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The DCB, or Deep Covered Baker, is a versatile stoneware product from Pampered Chef designed for microwave and oven cooking. It allows for even cooking and retains heat well, making it ideal for a variety of recipes, including casseroles, desserts, and more.

What types of recipes can I find in the Delicious Microwave Recipes: DCB Cookbook?

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