Yesterday I deep-fried something (rolled boneless chicken breasts with some stuff rolled inside) for the first time ever. I was amazed at how easy it was! But here’s the big question: If I strain the oil through cheesecloth, can I save it and reuse it weeks later??
I was going to type up a long post, but Epicurious said it all!
https://www.epicurious.com/expert-advice/you-can-reuse-frying-oil-article
If you can get your hands on soybean oil called Calyno, that would last you a while. It comes from a special soybean that has been genetically tweaked to reduce the content of polyunsaturated fats that make the oil go rancid quickly. The soybean is genetically edited - it is not GMO and has been certified as such by the USDA.
Lol. And I was thinking, “That’s a question BB can answer.”
And this is why I love CC.
Yes. Otherwise it would be so wasteful. Though I like new oil and I don’t deep fry that often (maybe once a year) so I am very guilty of being wasteful.
I am thinking about getting an air fryer, anyone has one and what is your experience with it? is it worth the investment? Figured if I had one I would do more frying than just once a year.
Re: air fryer. Hopefully someone will chime in but a young friend raved about hers so D has one on her holiday list and we’ve obliged. Won’t hear results for a few weeks though.
^following this
I’ve seen a gadget that is a toaster, toaster oven, air fryer, rotisserie and a few other functions all in one. Anyone know anything about that as well? I’m very curious and if ONE machine can replace a bunch of them, I MAY be interested.
D’s roommate has an air fryer and uses it a lot. D says she uses it some also, and enjoys it. But it’s HUGE and their apartment isn’t, so she’s not sure she’d buy one for herself.
@OHMomof2 – D’s room mate has one of what? Sorry, but it’s not clear from this thread.
Sorry - edited it just now @HImom
Ok, I have an airfryer. More than you asked:
Was priced aorund $50-someting at a local discount store. Smallest version. I like that I can cook from frozen, that it can crisp. I got it when I went lower carb, low fat. In that respect, I like it.
I haven’t mastered all the things it can supposedly do well. Haven’t gotten French fries better than dumping them in a batch of hot oil, lol. (Not so low fat. Or low carb.) Favorite stuff is, eg, packaged tempura shrimp or the like (Whole Foods) or other prepared things, etc, without a sauce they cook in. I’ve seen some interesting stewy Indian dishes, but haven’t gotten the round baking pan insert. (Does that say I’m not so committed?) I don’t use it that often. Never tried it for things like roast chicken parts. I think the cooked steak or other meat is better in a dry pan on the stove.
I chose this instead of an instapot, as I have a crock pot. It does take up a footprint on the counter and is a little tall for my cabinets. The crock is also a space hog, but lives in the mud room, as I use it infequently, too.
It’s not frying. It’s hot air cooking/crisping. I suppose if I travelled by car, were in a hotel and needed to cook, this would be great. Or in a dorm.
In general, multi function devices like HImom noted often have multiple points of potential failure- for a much higher price tag.
Not personal experience but an Instagram influencer/blogger I follow has one of the multi-function units - they have a small kitchen and seem to like the many functions. My guess it costs a pretty penny though. I think it’s a Breville.
We have one of the Breville ovens that has an air fryer feature. Dh now cooks over half of our dinners in it. He loves it. I like it also, although I admit that a big reason for liking it is that I no longer do all of the cooking. Since we’re only cooking for two most of the time, we rarely use our regular ovens.
The air fryer feature is great for frozen spring rolls, or just about anything you prefer to be crispy. Dh has to watch carbs but loves fries, so he treats himself to a small order from 5 Guys once in a while and uses the air fryer to crisp half the order the next day.
^^Those 5 guys fries are the best!!! 
Sounds like you get good use out of yours.
I do appreciate multi-use appliances. Between the Breville multi-oven and an Instant Pot you could get rid off some appliance clutter! Or cook a lot if you only had those two items!
I have a question for those of you familiar with Southwest Airlines. I’m booking a flight for my 86 year old mother in law. Do I need to pay for Early Bird check in or will they allow her somewhat early boarding due to her age? We will ask for wheelchair assistance for her to get to the gate. She is mobile, but somewhat frail.
@GRITS80 Southwest usually does their preboards between the A and B group.
That leaves plenty of empty seats.
@GRITS80 She can board early.
https://www.southwest.com/html/generated/help/faqs/boarding_the_plane_faq.html
“Preboarding is available for Customers who have a specific seating need to accommodate their disability and/or need assistance in boarding the aircraft or stowing an assistive device. If a Customer with a disability simply needs a little extra time to board, we will permit the Customer to board before Family Boarding, between the “A” and “B” groups. Those Customers who need extra time to board will receive a new boarding pass with an extra time designation. The designation serves as notification to our Operations (boarding) Agent that the Customer should be permitted to board before Family Boarding.”
Thanks, but without a specific disability I’m wondering what the “fact finding” questions are that could qualify her (or disqualify her) for extra time. The main issue is age, traveling alone and moving a little slow.
I would hope they would help her out a little at 86.