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Mom’s Chicken with Veggies

// June 20th, 2010 // No Comments » // Misc

If you are looking for something quick and easy to make try this simple meal my mother makes.

Ingredients:

• Four Chicken Thighs – $5
• 1 tsp of beef powder – N/A
• 3 Cloves of Garlic (minced) – $0.60
• Salt & Pepper – N/A
• Broccoli – $0.30 (~$1.50 a bag)
• 1 Carrot – $0.40 (~$2.00 a bag)
• 1 Celery – $0.30 (~$1.50 a bag)
• 1/2 tsp of Ginger – N/A
  Total: ~$10* (Serves 4)

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Re-Launch of OnciuHungry.com!

// June 11th, 2010 // 1 Comment » // Misc

OnciuHungry.com is delighted to announce that its website has officially re-launched this week with a brand new look and style.  As you can see the categories have been re-organized along the top of the website. We hope to update on a weekly basis with our recipes or others we have found on the interwebs.

If you have already looked around you might have notices some of our changes. The main change is the addition of video support, we will now be able to post videos for you to follow or watch. Another feature that we have introduced is the new comment system; we now use a single log-in system that will allow you to post from any of the six major networks including: Google, Facebook, Twitter, Blogger, OpenID and Flickr. The new comment system will also remove almost all spam as you can cannot post without having an account with one of the providers or registering with our website…

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Stir Fry Shrimp with Fettuccine Noddles

// June 11th, 2010 // No Comments » // Misc

If you are looking for something quick and easy to make try this simple meal my mother makes.

Ingredients:

• Package of Shrimp – $5
• 1 (1-pound) flank steak, trimmed and cut into 1/4-inch strips – ~$5
• 4 Stalk of Green Onion – $0.80
• 2 Cloves of Garlic – $0.60
• Vegetable Oil – $1.50
• Kikkoman Soy Sauce – $2
• 1 Carrot – $0.60
• 1 Bell Pepper – $0.70
• Fettuccine Noodles – $2
  Total: ~$15 (Serves 4)

Tools of the trade:

• Frying Pan
• Wood Cutting Board
• Strainer

Above you have everything listed of what you would need to make shrimp with fettuccine noodles. The serving size is about 4 people but my mom only used about half  this time around. This takes about 20 mins to make and is very easy.

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Munsu's Korean Fried Chicken (KFC)

// February 22nd, 2010 // No Comments » // Asian, Penny Pincher, Quick Eats

If you are looking for something to spice up your meal and have some chicken left over check this recipe out.

Ingredients

Ingredients:

• 6 Boneless Chicken Breast Cut Up – $9 for 10
• 4 Stalks of Green Onion – $0.80
• 1 Clove of Garlic – $0.60
• Vegetable Oil – $1.50
• Kikkoman Soy Sauce – $2
• Red Pepper Powder – $2
• Hot Pepper Paste – $4
• Flower – N/A
• Sugar – N/A
  Total: ~$20 (Serves 10)

Tools of the trade:

• Frying Pan
• Wood Cutting Board
• Measuring cups

Above you have everything listed of what you would need to make my Korean Fried Chicken. The serving size is about 10 people per 6 chicken breast. This takes about 30 mins to make and is very easy.

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How to Make Sushi Rice

// February 22nd, 2010 // 1 Comment » // Asian, Misc, Quick Eats

If you want to make sushi or have a sweet tasting sticky rice then you have to read this very easy tutorial on how to cook it right!

Ingredients

Ingredients:

• 2 Cups of Sushi Rice/Fancy Rice – N/A ($5 a bag)
• 3 Tbsp of Rice Vinegar – N/A ($2 a bottle)
• 2 Tbsp Sugar – N/A ($2 a can)
• 2 tsp of Sea Salt – $1
  Total: ~$3 (Serves 5)

Tools of the trade:

• Rice Cooker
• Wood Cutting Board
• Measuring cups

Above you have everything listed of what you would need to make the Sushi Rice. The serving size is about 5 people per 2 cups of rice. This takes a little bit of time compared to just throwing your rice in the rice cooker.

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Pene with Sausage and Feta

// February 5th, 2010 // 5 Comments » // Dinner, Italian

This is one of my more time consuming recipes that I have posted. This was my favorite dish my sister made when I lived with her.

Ingredients

Ingredients:

• Package of Baby Spinach – $3
• 2x Cans of Diced Tomatoes – $2.25
• 2x Boxes of Penne Noodles – $2.50
• 2x Packages of Mozzarella Cheese – $4
• 2x Jars of Basil Pesto – $4
• 2x Packages of Feta Cheese – $4.50
• 1x Garlic Clove – $0.36
• 1x Onion – $0.52
• Sausage Links – $4.75
  Total: ~$25 (Serves 10-12)

Tools of the trade:

• Pot
• Cutting Board (Make sure you wash after you cut the beef and veggies)
• Cooking Pan
• XL Casserole Dish

Above you have everything listed of what you would need to make Pene with Sausage and Feta. The serving size is about 10-12 people so this should last you a few days. This is a more time consuming but easy recipe as it takes about 40mins+ from start to finish. Continue Reading

Classic Spaghetti

// February 4th, 2010 // No Comments » // 30 Minute Meals, Italian, Penny Pincher, Quick Eats

I know everyone has different ways of making spaghetti and their own tastes but I like things simple and fast. This is a classic spaghetti recipe that anyone that cooks has to know as it is a time saver when you are in a hurry.

Ingredients:

• 1 Jar of Prego Fresh Mushroom sauce ~ $2.5
• 1 lb of ground beef – $2.50 a pound
• Chopped Onions – ~$1
• Chopped Mushrooms – ~$1
• 1 box of Spaghetti Noodles – ~2
  Total: ~$10

Tools of the trade:

• Pot
• Cutting Board (Make sure you wash after you cut the beef and veggies)
• Frying pan

Above you have everything listed of what you would need to make classic spaghetti. The serving size is about 10 people so this should last you a few days. This is also a very fast meal to make, it took me about 30 minutes from start to finish.

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New Cooking Set

// February 1st, 2010 // No Comments » // Misc

Hey guys/gals,

My old cooking set was kinda ruined which was expected of a cheap $20 set, but it lasted for quite a few meals. So I was just able to get a new cooking set which is amazing, everything cooks so well. I got the 13-Piece Chef’s Classic Stainless Steel set (~$250).

Link: http://www.cuisinart.com/products/cookware/chefs…
(This is for the 14-piece, mine is missing the Universal Steamer)

Here are some pictures of it:

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HalfSight's Mini Turkey Chimichangas

// December 29th, 2009 // 1 Comment » // Mexican

This is a great and delicious way to use leftover turkey from any holiday feast. When I was growing up, my mom would make these chimichangas every year right after thanksgiving. I grew up on these and they are very tasty!

What you will need:

2 – 3 pounds of meat
Cumin
Chili Powder
3 Cans of Turkey Gravy
4 Cans of Diced Chile’s
1 Can of Black Beans
1 – 2 pounds of Cheese

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Holiday Update!

// December 28th, 2009 // No Comments » // Misc

Hey guys/gals,

I just wanted to keep you updated and let you know that we are still here, its just been a little busy with the Holidays! I will try and post some more recipes as they come but my camera died and my brother lost my charger =/

I will try posting a quick and easy rice dish and spaghetti when I get a chance. Please check back a little later after New Years.