Anonymous
01/14/2025 14:42
Subject: Re:Meal to bring a friend
Anonymous wrote:Anonymous wrote:Anonymous wrote:Anonymous wrote:Anonymous wrote:Depends on the friend and what they prefer.
Why did you respond? How is this helpful in any way?
It’s obvious op is looking for actual food suggestions and not friendship relationship advice.
Op, people seem to really like soups with good bread as there’s really minimal heating/clean up. People have also appreciated fresh fruit salads.
NP here.
I think the "depends on the friend and what they prefer" is indeed helpful. Someone up thread posted meatloaf. Good lord, I would just give it back. I do NOT prefer meatloaf.
Does the friend have gluten allergies? Then don't give bread, no matter how delicious to you.
It really does depend on the situation.
OP literally said no dietary restrictions. If you are looking to bring a meal for someone you don't know well and it said no restrictions what would you sign up to bring?
I'm not allergic to anything in meatloaf, but I will not eat it. Nope, sorry. Too much of that as a kid. I will give you the look of death in return. Other than my spouse, I don't think I've ever told anyone "No meatloaf, ever". So it's not like my neighbors will know I hate meatloaf.
The person who gives choices is a kind person. "Larla, would you like a meatloaf or eggplant parm?"
+1 This is common courtesy.
Also if I'm bringing you meatloaf - despite you not wanting it - I'm putting you in the uncomfortable position of having to dispose the food. It's very inconsiderate to put someone in this position.
Anonymous
01/14/2025 14:36
Subject: Meal to bring a friend
Ask them.
Anonymous
01/14/2025 14:32
Subject: Re:Meal to bring a friend
Anonymous wrote:Anonymous wrote:Anonymous wrote:Anonymous wrote:Depends on the friend and what they prefer.
Why did you respond? How is this helpful in any way?
It’s obvious op is looking for actual food suggestions and not friendship relationship advice.
Op, people seem to really like soups with good bread as there’s really minimal heating/clean up. People have also appreciated fresh fruit salads.
NP here.
I think the "depends on the friend and what they prefer" is indeed helpful. Someone up thread posted meatloaf. Good lord, I would just give it back. I do NOT prefer meatloaf.
Does the friend have gluten allergies? Then don't give bread, no matter how delicious to you.
It really does depend on the situation.
OP literally said no dietary restrictions. If you are looking to bring a meal for someone you don't know well and it said no restrictions what would you sign up to bring?
I'm not allergic to anything in meatloaf, but I will not eat it. Nope, sorry. Too much of that as a kid. I will give you the look of death in return. Other than my spouse, I don't think I've ever told anyone "No meatloaf, ever". So it's not like my neighbors will know I hate meatloaf.
The person who gives choices is a kind person. "Larla, would you like a meatloaf or eggplant parm?"
Anonymous
01/14/2025 14:21
Subject: Re:Meal to bring a friend
Anonymous wrote:Anonymous wrote:Anonymous wrote:Anonymous wrote:Depends on the friend and what they prefer.
Why did you respond? How is this helpful in any way?
It’s obvious op is looking for actual food suggestions and not friendship relationship advice.
Op, people seem to really like soups with good bread as there’s really minimal heating/clean up. People have also appreciated fresh fruit salads.
NP here.
I think the "depends on the friend and what they prefer" is indeed helpful. Someone up thread posted meatloaf. Good lord, I would just give it back. I do NOT prefer meatloaf.
Does the friend have gluten allergies? Then don't give bread, no matter how delicious to you.
It really does depend on the situation.
OP literally said no dietary restrictions. If you are looking to bring a meal for someone you don't know well and it said no restrictions what would you sign up to bring?
OP said it was for a friend. We can assume OP either knows what the friend would prefer or can easily find out.
Why are people so resistant to giving people what they actually want/need during a difficult time? I don't get it.
Anonymous
01/14/2025 14:14
Subject: Meal to bring a friend
Anonymous wrote:Anonymous wrote:Anonymous wrote:I love Smitten Kitchen’s lamb meatballs w orzo. So comforting.
I love lamb so I’m sure I’d love this, but many many people don’t.
Yea I mean OP did say no restrictions but this doesn't seem to have broad appeal. Although I eat meat I would be a little hesitant to eat lamb. Seems sad.
I too love lamb. It would not however be my 1st or 9th choice when I'm going through a tough time.
Anonymous
01/14/2025 14:10
Subject: Meal to bring a friend
Anonymous wrote:Big pan of chicken enchiladas.
Lentil soup and fresh bread.
Quiche and salad.
Swedish meatballs and egg noodles.
Pulled bbq pork (or chicken if I don't know if they eat pork) with buns and cole slaw.
Roast chicken, mashed potatoes and green salad.
These are all great ideas
Anonymous
01/14/2025 14:10
Subject: Re:Meal to bring a friend
Anonymous wrote:Anonymous wrote:Anonymous wrote:Depends on the friend and what they prefer.
Why did you respond? How is this helpful in any way?
It’s obvious op is looking for actual food suggestions and not friendship relationship advice.
Op, people seem to really like soups with good bread as there’s really minimal heating/clean up. People have also appreciated fresh fruit salads.
NP here.
I think the "depends on the friend and what they prefer" is indeed helpful. Someone up thread posted meatloaf. Good lord, I would just give it back. I do NOT prefer meatloaf.
Does the friend have gluten allergies? Then don't give bread, no matter how delicious to you.
It really does depend on the situation.
OP literally said no dietary restrictions. If you are looking to bring a meal for someone you don't know well and it said no restrictions what would you sign up to bring?
Anonymous
01/14/2025 14:08
Subject: Meal to bring a friend
Anonymous wrote:Anything but pasta (everyone brings lasagna). I usually make a chicken stew with lots of veggies, bring some hearty bread, and fresh berries with homemade whipped cream for dessert. Stew reheats well, freezes well, always delicious. For summer, something lighter
I like lasanga but as you can see it is VERY popular so if you are looking for a fresh idea this isn't it. If you can come up with something else it's probably for the best.
Stew with veggies and good bread sound great.
Anonymous
01/14/2025 14:07
Subject: Meal to bring a friend
Anonymous wrote:Anonymous wrote:I love Smitten Kitchen’s lamb meatballs w orzo. So comforting.
I love lamb so I’m sure I’d love this, but many many people don’t.
Yea I mean OP did say no restrictions but this doesn't seem to have broad appeal. Although I eat meat I would be a little hesitant to eat lamb. Seems sad.
Anonymous
01/14/2025 13:58
Subject: Meal to bring a friend
Anonymous wrote:Anonymous wrote:I love Smitten Kitchen’s lamb meatballs w orzo. So comforting.
I love lamb so I’m sure I’d love this, but many many people don’t.
I’m this poster. Agree lamb is controversial which is why I give options. But those meatballs are damn good!