When did take-out Chinese food get so bad?

My husband and I love Chinese food or any Asian style type cuisine.  But in the last few years, and possibly for longer, every time we eat from a restaurant it is just not good.  It makes me so sad to spend money we can't really afford (even if once a year) on food that isn't worth it.  I just can't help but think what I could have done with that $40.

For the second time in as many years and experiences with Chinese take out, I have rinsed off my food so I could make my own sauce.  This baffles my husband.  But even this time he agreed that anything I make is infinitely superior to what we've had in the last few years.  There's just no getting around it, if I want good food I have to make it myself.

Good things to have on hand:  Garlic, Ginger root, Tamari, Rice Wine Vinegar, Red Pepper Paste, Sesame Oil.

So here are the Chinese inspired recipes from my blog that I've complied.

Egg Rolls at Home

Egg Foo Young

Hot and Sour Soup

Stir-Fry

Asian Green Beans and Pork