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nolaegghead
nolaegghead Posts: 42,102
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I'm going to make some starting in an hour or two.  SWMBO is getting off work no earlier than 8, and it doesn't take long to make.

For now this is a placeholder.

I was reading up on it, has been years since I made it, and I found this gem:

The abuses committed in the name of Paella Valenciana, are excessive - an absolute scandal.

— Josep Pla, Catalan Cuisine, Revised Edition: Vivid Flavors From Spain's Mediterranean Coast
Until then,

Hasta Luego

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  • GrateEggspectations
    GrateEggspectations Posts: 9,295
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    Abuse on, brother!
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  • nolaegghead
    nolaegghead Posts: 42,102
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    No recipe.  My goals are: proper broth (water):rice ratio.  Don't overcook the seafood.  Manage salinity.
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  • lkapigian
    lkapigian Posts: 10,766
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    Bombdiggity!
    Visalia, Ca @lkapigian
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  • thetrim
    thetrim Posts: 11,357
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    Manage your salinity?
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    Tampa Bay, FL
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  • thetrim
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    How long does that take start to finish?
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    Tampa Bay, FL
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  • SGH
    SGH Posts: 28,791
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    nolaegghead said:
    I'm going to make some starting in an hour or two.  

    I’m going to shave in an hour or two. I can see me posting it here. 

    Location- Just "this side" of Biloxi, Ms.

    Status- Standing by.

    The greatest barrier against all wisdom, the stronghold against knowledge itself, is the single thought, in ones mind, that they already have it all figured out. 

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  • caliking
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    nolaegghead said:
    No recipe.  My goals are: proper broth (water):rice ratio.  Don't overcook the seafood.  Manage salinity.
    And the sofrito. And no stirring after a point. Otherwise it’s just seafood and rice :smiley:

    #1 LBGE December 2012 • #2 SBGE February  2013 • #3 Mini May 2013
    A happy BGE family in Houston, TX.
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  • lousubcap
    lousubcap Posts: 32,385
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    All I will offer is the following from @SciAggie and is the best way I have found to nail the soccarrat:
    "Soccarrat - There is a trick I've learned to making a consistent soccarrat. Push the tines of a fork against the bottom of the pan and scrape it back and forth - to feel the bottom. It slides easily as the rice is cooking. As the soccarrat develops, the fork will begin to "stick" a little - that's the rice browning. Once that happens around the pan, it's done. Rotate the pan around the fire to make sure you toast things evenly."
    Enjoy the cook and the follow-on banquet.  Gonna be great.  

    Louisville; Rolling smoke in the neighbourhood. # 38 for the win.  Life is too short for light/lite beer!  Seems I'm livin in a transitional period.
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  • lkapigian
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    SGH said:
    nolaegghead said:
    I'm going to make some starting in an hour or two.  

    I’m going to shave in an hour or two. I can see me posting it here. 
    How did I know this was coming 
    Visalia, Ca @lkapigian
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  • GrateEggspectations
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    @SGH: I feel like we see your shaving products, but never the final results. Assuming that it’s your face (or head) you’re shaving, let’s see how those products are working out for you. 
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  • lkapigian
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    SGH said:
    nolaegghead said:
    I'm going to make some starting in an hour or two.  

    I’m going to shave in an hour or two. I can see me posting it here. 
    How did I know this was coming 
    Visalia, Ca @lkapigian
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  • SGH
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    GrateEggspectations said:
    @SGH: I feel like we see your shaving products, but never the final results. Assuming that it’s your face (or head) you’re shaving, let’s see how those products are working out for you. 
    I’m at the casino right now. However when I get home tonight I will post a before and after. I have a pretty heavy 2 day growth I’m going to mow down with the shavette. 

    Location- Just "this side" of Biloxi, Ms.

    Status- Standing by.

    The greatest barrier against all wisdom, the stronghold against knowledge itself, is the single thought, in ones mind, that they already have it all figured out. 

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  • GrateEggspectations
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    SGH said:
    GrateEggspectations said:
    @SGH: I feel like we see your shaving products, but never the final results. Assuming that it’s your face (or head) you’re shaving, let’s see how those products are working out for you. 
    I’m at the casino right now. However when I get home tonight I will post a before and after. I have a pretty heavy 2 day growth I’m going to mow down with the shavette. 
    Again, I hope it is your face you’re referring to. 
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  • YukonRon
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    DMW said:
    Did the same thing here tonight


    SWMBO made a pretty awesome salad


    I'm not usually one for white wine, but this paired nicely.


    Spanish Whites are killer. Plates look awesome. Excellent choice my friend.
    "Knowledge is Good" - Emil Faber

    XL and MM
    Louisville, Kentucky
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  • johnnyp
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    Standing by 
    XL & MM BGE, 36" Blackstone - Newport News, VA
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  • nolaegghead
    nolaegghead Posts: 42,102
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    I'm cleaning up the kitchen a bit but about to get started.
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  • lkapigian
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    I'd like to see pictures of the kitchen being cleaned 
    Visalia, Ca @lkapigian
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  • SSQUAL612
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    ANTICIPATION!  ANTICIPATION!  
    Tyler, TX   XL BGE 2016, KJ Classic 2019,  MES, 18.5 WSM,  Akorn Jr,  36"&17" Black Stone, Adj Rig, Woo, Grill Grates, SS Smokeware Cap, KAB,  FB 300, Thermapen 
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    Visalia, Ca @lkapigian
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    Tyler, TX   XL BGE 2016, KJ Classic 2019,  MES, 18.5 WSM,  Akorn Jr,  36"&17" Black Stone, Adj Rig, Woo, Grill Grates, SS Smokeware Cap, KAB,  FB 300, Thermapen 
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    Been waiting so long I’m due for a shave. 
    Tyler, TX   XL BGE 2016, KJ Classic 2019,  MES, 18.5 WSM,  Akorn Jr,  36"&17" Black Stone, Adj Rig, Woo, Grill Grates, SS Smokeware Cap, KAB,  FB 300, Thermapen 
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  • Dobie
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    Jacksonville FL
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  • baychilla
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    A little sangria, a little paella...
    Near San Francisco in California
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  • Hook_emHornsfan_74
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    nolaegghead said:
    I'm cleaning up the kitchen a bit but about to get started.
    Such a tease 
    Midland, TX XLBGE
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  • thetrim
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    Where’s that shrimp and rice, bro???
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    Tampa Bay, FL
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  • lousubcap
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    I realize you are giving @nolaegghead  the business here but much like "the friggin cow drives the cook" with protein, with paella, "the friggin rice drives the cook."  I'm sure you will be justly rewarded.  
    Louisville; Rolling smoke in the neighbourhood. # 38 for the win.  Life is too short for light/lite beer!  Seems I'm livin in a transitional period.
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  • baychilla
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    Especially when you've invested in Saffron - whatever that goes into drives the cook =)
    Near San Francisco in California
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  • DMW
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    thetrim said:
    Where’s that shrimp and rice, bro???
    He called me tonight pre-cook. He invited some guests over to share dinner with. My guess is he cooked, they all ate, and now they are sitting around chatting over drinks and talking about stuff. That is only a guess. It is also possible he actually lives in his mom's basement and doesn't have any friends. 


    Note: I said above it is possible he lives in his mom's basement and doesn't have any friends. I know that is factually incorrect. I have seen his house, been inside his house, met his mom (who doesn't live in his house). I also have met those that have claimed to be his friends. Therefor, I suggest my former theory is correct and accurate rather than my latter.
    They/Them
    Morgantown, PA

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  • blasting
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    @DMW That looks killer - very professional.  I've never made it, but am getting the itch.

    Phoenix 
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