The Retirement Thread

[oldwheels]

Who's have thought it. Def handbags at dawn

Been there, seen that, chairman lost control. I tend to clam up when I get really angry which is probably a good thing.

 

[oldwheels]

We have an air fryer and only use a spoonful of olive oil or veg oil to do chips or fries

Gave up on the air fryer and now use a Remoska with some precooking in the microwave.

 

[Drago]

In a Search and Rescue Zoom meeting, trying to look interested.

 

[Mo1959]

Gave up on the air fryer and now use a Remoska with some precooking in the microwave.

I think I might have one of them lurking at the back of the cupboard that the step mum gave me. Was never sure what to use it for. Could you make chips in it?

 

[oldwheels]

I think I might have one of them lurking at the back of the cupboard that the step mum gave me. Was never sure what to use it for. Could you make chips in it?

The Remoska? I use it for all sorts of things. We stayed in our camper van on a site near Aberdeen for about 3 winter months in total. The Remoska was used nearly every day. The only thing it is not good for is cooking eggs.
Anyway how I make chips. Cut the potato into chip size bits and microwave until nearly cooked, about 5 minutes or so. Transfer to Remoska using the riser with a mesh top and turn on till you get the required appearance. I usually do about 30 to 40 minutes and if getting burned cover with some aluminium cooking foil aand continue to cook until whatever else you are having is ready.
Air fryer I had was big and clumsy and a pain to clean but there may be better ones available now.

 

[Tenkaykev]

Back from my jab and very impressed with the organisation. My jab was administered by a chap from the Royal Navy, there were a few RN people present. Had to sit and wait for ten minutes post jab ( I nearly said “ prick “ but managed to rein myself in 😁)
I’ve had the Astra Zeneca vaccine. It was a 14km walk there and back in total so I’m a bit weary. Had a Halloumi burger with chips and beans when I got back, plus a nice 8 grain porter.
just waiting for the vaccine to interact with my chromosomes and see which superpowers I develop...

 

[Dave7]

Cod, chips and baked beans with plenty of tomato sauce.

euk euk and double euk

 

[Paulus]

I used to buy a really cheap chinese as a teenager, a curry sauce and a special fried rice. It really used to hit the spot.

 

[Dave7]

I make my own from dried marrowfat peas and they taste rather nice as a dip. Bit of a faff and takes quite a long time but they would spoil the taste of fish and chips. I make my own fat free chips as well as bought ones have too much fat for my digestive system.

How do you make chips with no fat ?
Edit
Just seen the other replies
We use am air fryer

 

[Dave7]

I used to buy a really cheap chinese as a teenager, a curry sauce and a special fried rice. It really used to hit the spot.

We had a local takeaway....sadly closed now.....that made their own curry sauce. I am not a big fan of chip shop curry but theirs was very tasty.

 

[Old jon]

Out of interest, did you not get any paperwork to say which vaccine they gave you, so that the same one can be used for second dose?

Perhaps, the NHS are keeping (Computer) records?, in which case, I hope it is not on an Office 2003 Excel Spreadsheet!

I know they are looking at mixing doses, but, I doubt that research will be complete before your (or my) second dose.

I was given a card, instructions on it to keep it. The card had AZ printed on it and other stuff. This was the 4th, yesterday. No waiting fifteen minutes, out and away.

 

[12boy]

Lots of cultures have a dish involving pureed cooked legumes.. Refried pinto beans in the American Southwest, hummus from chickpeas in Mediterranean countries, lentil dal from India, bean paste in China and Japan. Probably lots more I've never heard of. The first time I saw Dirk's mushy peas, as I said at the time, it looked like guacamole. Very green.
Had a decent ride today. The wind wasn't too bad, the sun was warm, and except for popsicle toes, so was I.
Skipped yoga and core today, cause I have important manly things to do like vacuuming and maybe a nap. Could be a dog walk in there somewhere.
Be safe and well.

 

[Exlaser2]

Similar to me, state pension, pension credit and small private pension, less than 10 grand in the bank, but no attendance allowance.

Get that application for attendance allowance in as quick as you can. 😀

 

[PaulSB]

It's been a good day. Went out with a friend to ride 55 miles and 4500 feet, 7 climbs in all. I haven't climbed in perhaps three months and admit confidence is/was low.

First climb - "oh shoot this is not good"
Second - "come on Paul, you're better than this" as I clung to my buddy's wheel! 😄
Third - getting better
Fourth - yep the rhythm is back. Yeah!!

Usually in bed for 10.00 but tonight I'm wide awake. Not sure why.

Quick recommendation for "Finding Alice" on ITV Hub. Watched the first three tonight. Very good.

 

[classic33]

It's been a good day. Went out with a friend to ride 55 miles and 4500 feet, 7 climbs in all. I haven't climbed in perhaps three months and admit confidence is/was low.

First climb - "oh shoot this is not good"
Second - "come on Paul, you're better than this" as I clung to my buddy's wheel! 😄
Third - getting better
Fourth - yep the rhythm is back. Yeah!!

Usually in bed for 10.00 but tonight I'm wide awake. Not sure why.

Quick recommendation for "Finding Alice" on ITV Hub. Watched the first three tonight. Very good.

You'll be going for a walk I take it.