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31639. crustless tomato pie - Charley - 3:22pm on 07/23/20 (1)

Looks good--Thank you much for posting. My tomatoes are starting to come in strong. (nt) [NT] - mistral - 7:59pm on 07/23/20

31640. REC: Zucchini/Spinach gratin-- [LINK] - MoNJ - 6:06pm on 07/24/20 (4)

Making it tomorrow... thanks! [NT] - CynUpstateNY - 2:53pm on 07/25/20
So delicious! Had fresh chard so I used that. Made half recipe and wish I had made the whole. - CynUpstateNY - 12:49pm on 08/01/20

So glad you enjoyed it. Thank you for letting me know. I like your use of chard. - MoNJ - 2:01pm on 08/01/20

Ha! That’s what I had for breakfast today [NT] - CynUpstateNY - 4:40pm on 08/01/20

31641. CathyZ Laarb recipe--black diamond/question mark at soy measure--and more Q's - MoNJ - 12:09pm on 07/25/20 (13)

here it is - pmassell_93 - 2:06pm on 07/25/20

My preference for wrapping is Butter lettuce, but - judy-mass - 3:51pm on 07/25/20

Mine also [NT] - Marg CDN2 - 4:54am on 07/28/20

Thanks Paul! And thanks Cathy and Judy, all helpful as always! [NT] - MoNJ - 5:05pm on 07/25/20

Any flexible lettuce and room temp on the meat mixture works great [NT] - CathyZKauai - 4:50pm on 07/25/20
I tend to eat these kinds of wraps "open faced" so even romaine works down - Charley - 5:14pm on 07/25/20
I like soaking full iceberg lettuces in ice water--normally hate iceberg, but PF Chang - MarilynFL - 8:01pm on 07/25/20

Exactly--crispy lettuce of any kind with whatever the meat --or in the case of Vietnamise - Charley - 11:45pm on 07/25/20
Agree on iceberg, Mar, I never knew the secret to those crisp PF leaves-thank you! - MoNJ - 1:34pm on 07/26/20
I like iceberg in various things mostly for texture / crispness - pmassell_93 - 2:58pm on 07/26/20

Thanks to all--everyone loved this meal! Laarb, cold sesame noodles and zucchini ribbon salad. - MoNJ - 12:35pm on 07/27/20
I'm not jewish, but I think the word is bashert (Destiny). I have not used our site in a while - barb_b - 12:34am on 07/28/20

Hi Barb! [NT] - MarilynFL - 1:00pm on 08/02/20

31642. Is there a scream emoji? How about a painful howling emoji? Maybe one that reflects what it [LINK] [IMAGE] - MarilynFL - 6:30pm on 07/25/20 (9)

Is this the recipe? - desertculinary - 7:02pm on 07/25/20

OMG! I LOVE YOU Desertculinary! Yes, that is it, carefully stripped of all the stuff that makes CI - MarilynFL - 7:45pm on 07/25/20

Geez Marilyn. That is so much cheaper than I pay and it is fished all around me. This may be fresher [LINK] - Marg CDN2 - 8:56pm on 07/25/20

We eat a LOT of salmon and it is fillet, but my favorite salmon is a steak. On a trip - Charley - 11:06am on 07/26/20

desertculinary, thank you again. The salmon turned out perfectly w/o having to pull out the [IMAGE] - MarilynFL - 10:35pm on 07/26/20

It was such a healthy meal...salmon, kumato and cucumbers just picked minutes before. Of course, [IMAGE] - MarilynFL - 10:37pm on 07/26/20
May be dinner this week. Looks fantastic. Sockeye pricey at 13.99 lb this week. - MoNJ - 12:39pm on 07/27/20
That looks beautiful! [NT] - LisainLA - 8:37pm on 07/27/20
Looks fantastic! - desertculinary - 11:58pm on 07/27/20

31643. How long can I freeze Pain aux raisons - oli - 8:07pm on 07/26/20 (2)

google says - Charley - 10:22am on 07/27/20

Thanks [NT] - oli - 12:30pm on 07/27/20

31644. Not Instagram worthy but sure is good. I finally made this summer’s rhubarb pie again [LINK] [IMAGE] - MariaDNoCA - 6:16am on 07/28/20 (9)

I think it is quite lovely. Remember: all pies are beautiful but . . . - mistral - 11:44pm on 07/28/20

I do have a baked picture... [IMAGE] - MariaDNoCA - 5:45am on 07/31/20

The answer is smother it in ice cream, LOL [NT] [IMAGE] - MariaDNoCA - 5:48am on 07/31/20

Still so beautiful! [NT] - deb-in-MI - 12:10am on 08/02/20
That is my answer to all of 2020 [NT] - Michael in Naples - 1:59pm on 08/03/20

Ha! Bravo, my friend. A true motto to live by if ever there was one. [NT] - MarilynFL - 2:09pm on 08/03/20

TOTALLY Instragram worthy! A work of art! [NT] - deb-in-MI - 11:45am on 07/29/20
oh my...that is just stunning, Maria. LOVE the embossed bee. [NT] - MarilynFL - 4:25pm on 07/29/20
Oh, how gorgeous! What detail....so very pretty! [NT] - wigs - 7:54pm on 07/31/20

31645. a month of keto, any tips, resources, suggestions? - pmassell_93 - 1:45pm on 07/28/20 (6)

Our son has done it for a good while now--and mind you, he had NO weight to lose - Charley - 2:33pm on 07/28/20
I did Keto for a month last year. This is my favorite recipe by far - CathyZKauai - 4:50pm on 07/28/20

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I am curious as to why your doctor told you to get off it? - KarenNoCA - 3:20pm on 08/02/20
thank you for this recipe [IMAGE] - pmassell_93 - 2:36am on 08/20/20

6 in [NT] [IMAGE] - pmassell_93 - 2:37am on 08/20/20

31646. It's the Hap Happiest Time of the Year. Peach season. Any unique, new, outstanding recipes? - Marg CDN2 - 6:59pm on 07/28/20 (15)

Colonial peach cake - rhoward2va - 8:35pm on 07/28/20

Okay then. This sounds very interesting. Thank you. [NT] - Marg CDN2 - 2:33pm on 07/29/20

Glazed peach pie or tarts. I always make the phyla dough tarts. - rhoward2va - 8:39pm on 07/28/20
Marg, have you seen this thread of peach recipes from a year ago? [LINK] - Pat-NoCal - 11:54pm on 07/28/20

This was fun. It even has my old post about 2 peaches left on our tree. I was wondering when that wa - Marg CDN2 - 6:50pm on 07/30/20

Well, it isn't that near, is it. We get our peaches until mid August and then it moves - Charley - 10:41am on 07/29/20

No, our peach tree gave forth at the end of July. And then it was over. [NT] - Marg CDN2 - 6:49pm on 07/30/20

And generally the entire season will end in 1-2 weeks. Gotta get cookin [NT] - Marg CDN2 - 7:07pm on 07/30/20
Ah, you are talking about your variety--and yes, they do finish in a week to 10 days. We --in the - Charley - 11:14pm on 07/30/20

I made this caramelized peach tart with peach caramel drizzle last week [LINK] - CynUpstateNY - 7:10pm on 07/29/20

Might be fun to can that sauce. [NT] - Marg CDN2 - 6:57pm on 07/30/20

OOOO... Great idea! [NT] - CynUpstateNY - 12:18pm on 07/31/20

Grilled peach avocado pimento cheese toast - Charley - 2:02pm on 07/31/20

I think extra sharp cheddar is key in making pimento cheese. I have only made it once [LINK] - KarenNoCA - 3:25pm on 07/31/20

There are a couple of secrets. That particular recipe is a little more than I ususally do. BUT - Charley - 4:01pm on 07/31/20

31647. How to make a green sauce - Charley - 12:40pm on 07/29/20 (0)

31648. I need help from a mathematician or someone who makes dill pickles using fermentation! - CynUpstateNY - 6:07pm on 07/29/20 (7)

Got it… My scientist friend figured it out in two seconds [NT] - CynUpstateNY - 6:38pm on 07/29/20
I want to know the answer please because it doesn't seem like there is enough - Charley - 7:27pm on 07/29/20

1 ounce of salt per quart of water equals a 3% brine. [NT] - CynUpstateNY - 4:50pm on 07/30/20

Thanks. It really doesn't have anything to do with the weight of the cukes--right? [NT] - Charley - 11:13pm on 07/30/20

I was an English major. When it comes to math I just follow directions! [NT] - CynUpstateNY - 11:10am on 07/31/20

That's what makes me mad at myself--I was a science major and was particularly - Charley - 1:24pm on 07/31/20

Maybe easy for you… Ha ha! [NT] - CynUpstateNY - 4:39pm on 08/01/20

31649. Grandbaby in hospital with salmonella + eggs - Anna_X - 9:20pm on 07/30/20 (8)

Salmonella is killed at 140*. If you cook a quiche to be done it will be ok. But after a - Charley - 11:12pm on 07/30/20
All done and overcooked, no doubt. - Anna_X - 12:28am on 07/31/20

So sorry he is sick, of course. Have they found out where he got it? [NT] - Charley - 10:40am on 07/31/20

Best wishes for baby X, Baba Anna. [NT] - MarilynFL - 11:35am on 07/31/20
Anna, Hope your grand baby is doing much better.... [NT] - GayR - 3:54pm on 07/31/20
So sorry to hear your little one is sick. Stay away from fresh fruit except he/she can have - wigs - 8:59pm on 07/31/20
Oh so sad when little people get sick. [NT] - Marg CDN2 - 11:55pm on 07/31/20
Thoughts are with you and your family [NT] - deb-in-MI - 12:13am on 08/02/20

31650. Michael in Phoenix - oli - 3:08am on 07/31/20 (3)

Yucatan? No, I don't have one. Sorry! [NT] - Michael in Phoenix - 4:15pm on 08/02/20
I am surprised as Phoenix is so big. [NT] - oli - 12:20am on 08/03/20

There may be one here, but I don't know of any to recommend. [NT] - Michael in Phoenix - 4:49pm on 08/03/20

31651. Advice please: can I freeze these? [LINK] - emtd - 9:46pm on 07/31/20 (6)

I don't see why not. - judy-mass - 10:08pm on 07/31/20

You'd suggest cooking before freezing? [NT] - emtd - 10:21pm on 07/31/20

You are going to freeze leftovers? Sure. I would cook and freeze. You certainly don't - Charley - 11:05pm on 07/31/20
I seem to have the same questions: - Marg CDN2 - 11:54pm on 07/31/20

So sorry to be so vague: I made up the quantity called for in the - emtd - 2:29am on 08/01/20

personally I freeze meatballs cooked--then when you thaw, it is ready to put - Charley - 10:26am on 08/01/20

31652. It's a blueberry toss-up! Which muffin recipe do I follow: Mackinac Island (by James Beard) [LINK] - MarilynFL - 2:16pm on 08/01/20 (15)

Cook's Country Blueberry Muffins (based on Mackinac Island version) - MarilynFL - 2:31pm on 08/01/20

Mar, do you have to use frozen blueberries? I have an abundance - Dawn_MO - 3:13pm on 08/01/20

Dawn, CC highly recommends frozen wild, but they also go on to say it is because [LINK] - MarilynFL - 6:55pm on 08/01/20

Wild blueberries are also smaller and particularly in a mini-muffin wouldn't take - Charley - 11:07am on 08/02/20

I am a fan of the Jordan Marsh Blueberry muffins. [NT] [LINK] - judy-mass - 5:22pm on 08/01/20
Marilyn, I would go with the Mackinac Island Recipe.....thank for the post as you [LINK] - GayR - 5:24pm on 08/01/20
I'd use the Jordan Marsh recipe recommended. And when making blueberry - Charley - 6:32pm on 08/01/20

Judy & Charley, I've made the Jordan Marsh recipe before. I must still be looking for *something* - MarilynFL - 6:49pm on 08/01/20

Marilyn, This recipe reads Delicious .... have a look [NT] [LINK] - GayR - 8:02pm on 08/01/20
Just to be a pain in the rear, I’m going to say this version of the Jordan Marsh [LINK] - MariaDNoCA - 8:04pm on 08/01/20

I've got 3 pints of Maine blueberries coming on Tuesday. - judy-mass - 8:58pm on 08/01/20

Thanks everyone. Two neighbors informed me they are doing Keto so they don't want muffins. I'll - MarilynFL - 10:54am on 08/02/20

This keto version has a lot of good reviews [LINK] - MariaDNoCA - 7:15am on 08/03/20

Judy, did you see at the link there is also a tv interview with the original JMbaker? He shares tips [NT] - MariaDNoCA - 7:10am on 08/03/20

I've switched my allegiance to the CI version. Sweeter and much better. [NT] - Michael in Phoenix - 4:14pm on 08/02/20

31653. Salmonella Warning in Onions CDC [NT] [LINK] - GayR - 8:55pm on 08/01/20 (14)

Additional Information from CDC [NT] [LINK] - GayR - 8:57pm on 08/01/20

Thank you Gay.A family member was just hospitalized with this. For the Canadians here... [NT] [LINK] [IMAGE] - RuthAB - 9:06pm on 08/01/20

Very welcome, Ruth sorry to hear of your family member being ill..... [NT] - GayR - 10:11pm on 08/01/20

Same here, Ruth. I hope they have a full recovery. [NT] - MarilynFL - 12:51am on 08/02/20

Yes, a full and fast recovery [NT] - deb-in-MI - 10:47am on 08/02/20

Thank you for all for your kind thoughts. She is out of hospital now so things are looking up. [NT] - RuthAB - 11:26pm on 08/02/20

That is good. The "problem" with Salmonella is that it is caused by a toxin and - Charley - 3:27pm on 08/04/20

Thank you Ruth. I believe we are in the same city so I appreciate - emtd - 3:37am on 08/02/20

Farmers Market here is loaded with red onions right now. I am out and wanted to buy some - KarenNoCA - 3:11pm on 08/02/20
The sick family member lives in our city, Betty, and she did eat red onions prior to getting sick. - RuthAB - 11:39pm on 08/02/20

Thank you Ruth. I am happy to hear that your family member - emtd - 10:33pm on 08/11/20

Oh geez Ruth. I intended to buy a red onion today but with trepidation. Thank you for the update. [NT] - Marg CDN2 - 4:39am on 08/02/20

Glad you caught the message in time! I bought a red onion on Thursday - into the trash it went. [NT] - RuthAB - 11:44pm on 08/02/20

ALL onions now - pmassell_93 - 1:16pm on 08/20/20

31654. Has anyone tried Butternut Squash Seed Oil? I had never heard about it until today. - KarenNoCA - 3:06pm on 08/02/20 (1)

Interesting. Maybe not unlike pumpkin seed oil. Seems to me that many of these - Charley - 10:47am on 08/03/20

31655. Just for giggles [NT] [LINK] - MariaDNoCA - 9:44pm on 08/03/20 (5)

Thank you very much. I was LOL and now I want a haunted knife. (nt) [NT] - mistral - 9:52pm on 08/04/20

Me too! [NT] - MariaDNoCA - 4:05pm on 08/06/20

Perfect! [NT] - Michael in Phoenix - 4:12am on 08/05/20
Thank you!!! [NT] - deb-in-MI - 11:58am on 08/05/20
Is this as hilarious for someone who hasn't LOST hours watching Chefclub? [NT] [LINK] - MarilynFL - 7:27pm on 08/05/20

31656. Nice article from Garden and Gun about biscuits - Charley - 10:17am on 08/05/20 (0)

31657. Jiffy Corn Mix (dry) as fried green tomatoes dredge -DELISH - deb-in-MI - 1:41pm on 08/05/20 (11)

what a good idea. I'll try it. Thanks [NT] - Janet in NC - 2:00pm on 08/05/20
Spill the beans...or the tomato seeds, Deb. What's the rest of your method. I was - MarilynFL - 2:01pm on 08/05/20

Not Deb but the Jiffy mix is a great idea. I put tomatoes in buttermilk then cornmeal/flour mixture - Charley - 2:54pm on 08/05/20
Buttermilk/Franks Hot Sauce Dip (twice) and... - deb-in-MI - 11:56am on 08/06/20

Thanks, Deb. Sounds very easy...and I have everything. [NT] - MarilynFL - 10:25pm on 08/06/20

Neighbors tomatoes had ripened too much (making them perfect for BLT). So I - MarilynFL - 6:49pm on 08/07/20

Very crunchy & tasty, but most of my coating fell off. I felt the overall taste was a bit too sweet - MarilynFL - 8:07pm on 08/09/20

Tomatoes must be dry - deb-in-MI - 9:31pm on 08/10/20

ah..ya..you actually said that, didn't you. Oh well...Live and learn and crunch. I'll get it right. - MarilynFL - 3:37pm on 08/12/20

no pictures! ;) [NT] - pmassell_93 - 7:23pm on 08/05/20

next time! [NT] - deb-in-MI - 11:56am on 08/06/20

31658. Watermelon Burgers With Cheese [LINK] [IMAGE] - pmassell_93 - 3:51pm on 08/05/20 (2)

here's a separate article [NT] [LINK] [IMAGE] - pmassell_93 - 3:52pm on 08/05/20

of course one of you will have to try it first... I'm doing keto this month... ;) [NT] - pmassell_93 - 3:54pm on 08/05/20

31659. Who else gets Bon Appetit magazine? I must say the August issue was the best I have seen in a long - KarenNoCA - 4:29pm on 08/06/20 (3)

I ripped out several recipes! [NT] - deb-in-MI - 8:14pm on 08/06/20

Which ones are you trying Deb and Karen? [NT] - MoNJ - 4:50pm on 08/09/20

Most excited about "Glazy Barbecue Chicken and "Sesame Scallion Chicken Salad [NT] - deb-in-MI - 9:34pm on 08/10/20

31660. Spoils of the garden: oven roasted ratatouille [LINK] [IMAGE] - MariaDNoCA - 3:10am on 08/07/20 (6)

Sounds and looks delish!! [NT] - deb-in-MI - 10:55am on 08/07/20
Add some potatoes and cheese and you have briami. Beautiful dish for sure!! and delicious. [NT] - Charley - 12:38pm on 08/08/20
Put some on a hard roll, top with cheese, a little salt and pepper, micro it, delish! (nt)t [NT] - mistral - 8:31pm on 08/08/20
Beautiful...almost an abstract painting. Remember *rat* goes really well on Yotam's corn...stuff. [NT] - MarilynFL - 11:05pm on 08/08/20

Oooh good idea! [NT] - MariaDNoCA - 6:55pm on 08/10/20

Good looking, good for you veggies! Right up my alley. [NT] - MoNJ - 4:48pm on 08/09/20

31661. Amish farm stand..$8.25 [IMAGE] - CynUpstateNY - 1:39pm on 08/09/20 (6)

Messed up loading the photo [NT] - CynUpstateNY - 1:40pm on 08/09/20

Yes, but your IMAGE link is beautiful! You forgot the step to downsize your image, that's all. - MarilynFL - 4:09pm on 08/09/20

I will do it but not now. I have to get mentally prepared for technical stuff :-) - CynUpstateNY - 4:34pm on 08/09/20

That's a beautiful and cheap haul--at our FM I probably would have paid double. - MoNJ - 4:44pm on 08/09/20
On Kauai that haul would have cost about $30 [NT] - CathyZKauai - 5:20pm on 08/09/20
The image worked for me, but that price sure doesn't!! [NT] - Marg CDN2 - 1:25am on 08/10/20

31662. Any ideas for summer appetizers? Need some inspiration - MoNJ - 4:47pm on 08/09/20 (8)

This one looks summery and good-grilled peach avocado toast - Charley - 5:28pm on 08/09/20

And cannot wait to make this at the beach-shrimp style ceviche with green grapes - Charley - 5:29pm on 08/09/20
Are you missing the rest of the recipe? Instructions I mean. Thank you. (nt) [NT] - mistral - 6:17pm on 08/10/20

A couple good ones for you - CathyZKauai - 5:53pm on 08/09/20

I do a version of the asparagus but use pancetta and spread it with Boursin or just - Marg CDN2 - 1:17am on 08/10/20

Egg-Battered Zucchini Rollups - Marg CDN2 - 1:19am on 08/10/20
Calabrese Lollipops – Antipasto on a stick! - Marg CDN2 - 1:21am on 08/10/20
Thanks everyone! Good ideas. [NT] - MoNJ - 2:04pm on 08/13/20

31663. Nice gazpacho switch up from the NYT Gazpacho posted here years ago. [LINK] - MoNJ - 5:16pm on 08/09/20 (1)

I've become a real fan on Earnie's Gazpacho! [LINK] - judy-mass - 9:38pm on 08/09/20

31664. How did they chili pie crust in the olden days? I’m trying to get away from plastic wrap - MariaDNoCA - 7:40pm on 08/09/20 (9)

My mom still uses waxed paper for pastry [NT] - Melissa Dallas - 9:42pm on 08/09/20
Whenever I buy bread or buns I save the bags. At least I get double use from them. (nt) [NT] - mistral - 10:13pm on 08/09/20

I re-use zip lock bags too, if possible. [NT] - mistral - 10:14pm on 08/09/20

silpat, parchment paper, waxed paper [NT] - Charley - 1:22pm on 08/10/20
I'm not a regular pie crust maker but how about these covers - Charley - 2:43pm on 08/10/20

These are rolling pin covers. Im looking for ways to wrap dough into discs and chill. [NT] - MariaDNoCA - 7:12pm on 08/10/20

Oh, hadn't picked that up specifically. You could have a "dedicated" plastic bag and keep it in - Charley - 8:18pm on 08/10/20

I just use waxed paper. It isn't perfect but sure is good enough and not as stubborn. [NT] - Marg CDN2 - 5:11pm on 08/10/20
I’ll try wax paper. I forgot about that. Will need to make my dough wetter though. [NT] - MariaDNoCA - 7:15pm on 08/10/20

31665. For future reference: Substituting frozen peaches for fresh peaches in a cobbler [from CI] - MarilynFL - 10:15pm on 08/09/20 (1)

My concern is the lemon poured all over the frozen peaches - MariaDNoCA - 6:58pm on 08/10/20

31666. Speaking of peach pie, I made one yesterday and… - MariaDNoCA - 7:07pm on 08/10/20 (5)

So sorry yours are scarce. I got beautiful Monroes this week. Made a peach clafoutis - Charley - 8:22pm on 08/10/20
The first peaches I bought this year were at a Walmatr Neighborhood store. . . - mistral - 12:09am on 08/11/20

I have one of those stores, I may look there. - MariaDNoCA - 12:57am on 08/11/20

Maria, come to Redding this Saturday, and go to Farmers Market at - KarenNoCA - 2:48pm on 08/12/20

If my aunt in Chico was still alive I just might. [NT] - MariaDNoCA - 2:40am on 08/13/20

31667. Penzey’s curry powders - Pam - 7:41pm on 08/10/20 (2)

This is the description of the mahararajah. Higher quality ingredients would be my guess. - Charley - 8:14pm on 08/10/20

I know that my Indian neighbors enjoyed the Maharaja Curry powder I gave them. (nt) [NT] - mistral - 12:03am on 08/11/20

31668. Made these Corn Fritters last night - delish! [LINK] - deb-in-MI - 9:42pm on 08/10/20 (1)

Oooh, corn fritters. These were almost a staple of my childhood, served with - Charley - 12:14pm on 08/11/20

31669. A friend is having outpatient foot surgery tomorrow and I said I would take care of dinner. - CynUpstateNY - 4:47pm on 08/11/20 (6)

I would think absolutely! [NT] - deb-in-MI - 4:56pm on 08/11/20

I agree with deb. I pull that dish together when there are leftovers...so basically that's what [LINK] - MarilynFL - 7:15pm on 08/11/20

Great idea , Mar, I’ve been wanting to check out the new organic mushroom farm that just opened up. [NT] - CynUpstateNY - 8:03pm on 08/11/20

Thanks! [NT] - CynUpstateNY - 8:04pm on 08/11/20

To me, shepherd's pie is often all about "leftovers" so that should be fine. What kind of - Charley - 2:01pm on 08/12/20

Button, Cremini, oysters shiitake, and portobello. [NT] - CynUpstateNY - 7:04pm on 08/13/20

31670. Meatballs with fennel [LINK] - emtd - 10:26pm on 08/11/20 (1)

Thanks Betty. [NT] - Marg CDN2 - 12:32am on 08/12/20

31671. A big sous vide site for instructions, recipes, how tos etc. - Charley - 11:16am on 08/12/20 (0)

31672. This turned out really well: Ginger Lime Chicken - MarilynFL - 6:23pm on 08/12/20 (25)

Ha! I just was sent this NYT recipe by my sister. Defrosting chix thighs. . . - mistral - 8:05pm on 08/12/20
This sounds really good! - judy-mass - 8:47pm on 08/12/20
DD who doesn't particularly like mayo RAVED about this recipe. - Charley - 9:53pm on 08/12/20

May is just the usual oil and acid in a marinade emulsified so it sticks [NT] - Melissa Dallas - 3:27am on 08/13/20

What is the purpose of the mayo? I always marinate my chicken in low fat - KarenNoCA - 3:43pm on 08/13/20

This isn't fried--buttermilk is a tenderizer for chicken when fried. - Charley - 10:36am on 08/14/20

I have done that with grilled cheese sandwiches, it does make a nice golden crust. - KarenNoCA - 3:13pm on 08/14/20

Agree. I saw a grocery food sampler grill tuna melts by using mayo on the outside. I've never - MarilynFL - 8:18pm on 08/14/20

Yes, I now do that too. I prefer the flavour of butter, but I don't have to chip mayo off a block [NT] - Marg CDN2 - 2:50pm on 08/15/20

A French style butter keeper would sove the hard butter issue - judy-mass - 4:02pm on 08/15/20

Havent heard of that. Will check it out. Thanks. [NT] - Marg CDN2 - 7:31pm on 08/15/20

I melt the butter in the pan then put the sammie in. Spread or melt: 2 delightful textures! (nt) [NT] - mistral - 5:58pm on 08/15/20
Another way to get the butter off a hard stick is a veggie peeler. If you put the butter on - Charley - 11:13am on 08/16/20

Just had this last night: tasty but . . . - mistral - 7:04pm on 08/15/20

ah, good point. I had some beautiful thick roots because I have three recipes for ginger drinks - MarilynFL - 7:57pm on 08/15/20

I just finished up some limeade/orangeade/TJ's ginger drink stuff I threw together. . . - mistral - 8:29pm on 08/15/20

Ginger syrup: good & bitey...the way I like it. By the way, the small gnarly organic ginger root - MarilynFL - 12:54am on 08/16/20

Thank you for the recipe! I am making some tonight! Limeade and ginger, delish here I come! (nt) [NT] - mistral - 10:34pm on 08/17/20

lemon grass, kaffir lime leaves? Soy? garlic? ooh, I've done this with p butter - Marg CDN2 - 7:35pm on 08/15/20

I finally scored some fresh lemongrass. $4 for 3 stalks when I used to pay $1.50. [NT] - MarilynFL - 12:58am on 08/16/20

Lemon grass is very easy to grow and a very pretty plant on my patio. It does need a lot of sun and - Janet in NC - 3:29pm on 08/16/20

Yes, I jammed one into a corner of my previous garden and it soon had a bunch of relatives. [NT] - Marg CDN2 - 5:32pm on 08/16/20

Been there. Done that. Killed it. Twice. [NT] - MarilynFL - 11:59pm on 08/16/20

Marilyn, I grow it in a pot on my sunny patio. Just give it plenty of water. can even sit in - Janet in NC - 2:37pm on 08/17/20

Yum! [NT] - deb-in-MI - 12:01pm on 08/17/20

31673. Just drove out to the country road farms. Warm sunny day, gorgeous scenery, seaside lunch. - Marg CDN2 - 4:45am on 08/16/20 (7)

What a beautiful prayer. Amen. [NT] - MarilynFL - 12:40pm on 08/16/20
Blessings [NT] - MariaDNoCA - 8:50pm on 08/16/20
Lovely to appreciate all we have! Thanks for sharing! [NT] - deb-in-MI - 12:02pm on 08/17/20
What a lovely day you describe Marg! I can almost imagine myself in your shoes.Is the truffle... - RuthAB - 1:54pm on 08/17/20

One of the first sold for $2000. Now there are 2 farms on the island and more on mainland. I wish I - Marg CDN2 - 12:16am on 08/18/20

...but you STILL REMEMBER THAT...so it was worth every ka-ching$. [NT] - MarilynFL - 11:21pm on 08/19/20

indeed! [NT] - Marg CDN2 - 6:01pm on 08/21/20

31674. No recipe, just a few new food words: Shemomechama & Tjuvsmaka from the Positive Lexicon Project [LINK] - MarilynFL - 12:17pm on 08/16/20 (6)

I wish there was a word for this emotion: - MarilynFL - 1:59pm on 08/16/20
Shemomechama, ah Shemomechama, I know it well. . . - mistral - 12:10am on 08/17/20
Hello My name is Deb. And I'm a Shemomechama-ist [NT] - deb-in-MI - 12:04pm on 08/17/20

Welcome to Shemomechamaholics Semi-Sorta Anonymous Deb! . . . - mistral - 10:22pm on 08/17/20

:) [NT] - deb-in-MI - 11:40am on 08/18/20

LOL, what fun words. I'm in the Tjuvsmaka group, I won't pass up a perfectly - KarenNoCA - 2:03pm on 08/18/20

31675. This is a very good potato salad. I do not like heavy mayonnaise salads, [LINK] - KarenNoCA - 5:48pm on 08/17/20 (11)

Looks good, and similar to what my Mom used to do, although her recipe has been lost, sadly. - Michael in Phoenix - 5:34pm on 08/18/20

I found one of my mom's old recipes stuck behind another card in the box. It must have been stuck - Marg CDN2 - 6:29pm on 08/18/20

I read the reviews and they were quite mixed on the saltiness of the dish. I wonder if some ... - RuthAB - 3:04pm on 08/19/20

Morton kosher salt is much more concentrated than Diamond Crystal [LINK] - judy-mass - 8:52pm on 08/19/20

Agree. If BA had given a weight, it would be simple to figure out which salt they used. Did anyone - MarilynFL - 10:33pm on 08/19/20

Marilyn, the MS recipe you mention - judy-mass - 12:31pm on 08/20/20
I am still not going to waste 1 cup of salt on a pan of potatoes, I used 2 tsp. as I said - KarenNoCA - 1:49pm on 08/20/20

Since this started with a BA recipe that used a lot of salt here is an article about the two kinds - Charley - 1:47pm on 08/20/20

Life sure got complicated, who knew that now, one should specify which type of salt to use in a - KarenNoCA - 1:57pm on 08/20/20
Great description, thanks for posting. [NT] - KarenNoCA - 3:09pm on 08/20/20
Good article but written in 2017 while this recipe was in June, 2019 BA. They obviously aren't - MarilynFL - 4:29pm on 08/20/20

31676. Suggestions for substitute - oli - 6:35pm on 08/18/20 (1)

Use a regular lager, like Bud or Miller, and for tequila, well, you could probably . . . - mistral - 6:47pm on 08/18/20

31677. Mrs. White's Whiskey Sours...with a spiked heel garnish [IMAGE] - MarilynFL - 11:43am on 08/19/20 (4)

LOL - pmassell_93 - 2:26pm on 08/19/20

Ha! No, but she was obviously SCA. My weapons of choice are pen and spatula. [NT] - MarilynFL - 10:28pm on 08/19/20

Great story and DANG those Sours sound fine! (nt) [NT] - mistral - 8:23pm on 08/19/20
:) [NT] - deb-in-MI - 1:49pm on 08/20/20

31678. Opened mouth, insert Size 7.5 C supinating foot. Need quick focaccia topping for Saturday. - MarilynFL - 10:07pm on 08/20/20 (10)

Make the focaccia on the thinner side and . . . - mistral - 11:31pm on 08/20/20

Good idea, but I don't know how to adjust her recipe to make it thinner. I followed her - MarilynFL - 11:46pm on 08/20/20

I think I should clarify. I want something to take along with the bread, for dipping or - MarilynFL - 10:21am on 08/21/20

Good olive oil mixed with coarse Kosher salt and cracked pepper? Roasted tomatoes mixed - Charley - 10:45am on 08/21/20
How about a variation of "glop?" Or olive tapenade. - MoNJ - 2:33pm on 08/21/20

Yeah I like this idea- got another one inside using just what you have on hand - CathyZKauai - 5:06pm on 08/21/20

Got your clarification; I meant spread the dough out so that it is not so thick. .. (nt) [NT] - mistral - 11:24pm on 08/21/20

Hey Marilyn, your reputation may take a leap if you serve this corn butter with your fresh foccacia! - Charley - 11:42am on 08/21/20
I like it with caramelized onion and Nicoise olives. But without Nice, I'd just do onion & herbs [NT] - Marg CDN2 - 7:43pm on 08/22/20
Thanks everyone. I address my decision in Post 31686 below. [NT] - MarilynFL - 8:40pm on 08/23/20

31679. Can anyone verify my math? I'm making CathyZ's flourless chocolate cake. - MarilynFL - 11:40pm on 08/20/20 (15)

That hurts my brain. - MariaDNoCA - 4:36am on 08/21/20

Oh, oh...I think I can answer this. It's 20 oz of grated chocolate, so - MarilynFL - 10:59am on 08/21/20

I see where you are going with your math, and it seems correct to me. If I may say, though... - LisainLA - 5:40am on 08/21/20

Very good point. Thanks....and thanks for doing the new math. [NT] - MarilynFL - 11:00am on 08/21/20

I honestly don't think it makes any difference. Recipes are much the same for - Charley - 10:39am on 08/21/20

For this cake, I do believe it makes a difference. I've made it before (using CathyZ's - MarilynFL - 11:02am on 08/21/20

CathyZ's Flourless Chocolate Cake [NT] [LINK] - MarilynFL - 11:04am on 08/21/20
But you're not making it with milk chocolate (I know that IS what I said). So I think - Charley - 1:51pm on 08/21/20

Marilyn, Thought you might be interested in reading this..... [LINK] - GayR - 2:04pm on 08/21/20

Thanks, G. This is the same flourless cake from Princeville Hotel, except she adds 2 tsp of vanilla. - MarilynFL - 10:49am on 08/22/20

I tried vanilla in it once just to see. You don't need it. [NT] - CathyZKauai - 5:38pm on 08/22/20

CanI throw a monkey wrench into this conversation? I tweaked the recipe - CathyZKauai - 5:00pm on 08/21/20

Cathy thank you for the tip on the chocolate will use that when I try this..... [NT] - GayR - 6:50pm on 08/21/20

Me too. I picked up 2 bars to try a reduced version in a 6" springform. [NT] - MarilynFL - 3:48pm on 08/23/20

Again, thanks everyone. I address my decision in Post 31686 below. [NT] - MarilynFL - 8:41pm on 08/23/20

31680. I made ATK vanilla custard - oli - 12:11am on 08/21/20 (7)

That custard is a base for churned ice cream. [NT] - Charley - 10:30am on 08/21/20

I understand, but ATK showed that you can do it without a ice cream machine - oli - 4:36pm on 08/21/20

If you are asking "when", then --when I make ice cream using a boiled custard/creme anglaise - Charley - 7:36pm on 08/21/20

I am asking what does the ice cream maker add to the texture? - oli - 7:55pm on 08/21/20

It is like ice cream from a home churn--very good and fairly dense. Since I have - Charley - 8:08pm on 08/21/20

This is my first time making custard and it is so much better than ice cream. - oli - 9:39pm on 08/21/20

With an ice cream machine you "can" make the custard with less than whipping cream and - Charley - 1:39pm on 08/22/20

31681. Marilyn, how is your friend in Los Gatos with the fires going on? - MariaDNoCA - 4:41am on 08/21/20 (2)

Hi Maria. Thanks for asking. They're across the reservoir near downtown - MarilynFL - 10:37am on 08/21/20

That was a bad heatwave. Better now. Fires worse though - MariaDNoCA - 4:44pm on 08/21/20

31682. Planning on making jam filled shortbread cookies. Instead of rolling out the dough - CynUpstateNY - 3:31pm on 08/21/20 (3)

I've made these - Mary Berry's Viennese Whirls [LINK] - Tess - 5:28pm on 08/21/20
I'm not a "pretty cookie" baker and gave up on cookie presses after one memorable - Charley - 8:06pm on 08/21/20
Thanks! [NT] - CynUpstateNY - 10:43am on 08/22/20

31683. I want to try Gochujang, but so many choices, any suggestions? [NT] - KarenNoCA - 11:15pm on 08/21/20 (12)

Here’s a Serious Eats article with recommendation and link [LINK] - Melissa Dallas - 12:43am on 08/22/20

I use this brand because it was in the supermarket. [NT] [LINK] - Curious1 - 2:40pm on 08/22/20

Sorry, posted in wrong place. [NT] - Curious1 - 2:41pm on 08/22/20

If you like chicken wings, legs or thighs, this recipe is a killer (see link) [LINK] - MarilynFL - 1:58pm on 08/22/20

I've never used gochujang paste but will get some and try this recipe - CathyZKauai - 6:07pm on 08/22/20
As a lover of Gochujang, I have saved this recipe! - judy-mass - 8:51pm on 08/22/20

Have made this sparerib recipe several times, really like it. [LINK] - Curious1 - 2:49pm on 08/22/20
Whatever you buy, refrigerate or freeze some after opening - Melissa Dallas - 3:50pm on 08/22/20

Mine is kept in the refrigerator at all times. [NT] - MarilynFL - 4:11pm on 08/23/20

Steve’s Rib Post [LINK] - Melissa Dallas - 3:54pm on 08/22/20

Here's the part that was cut off: - Michael in Phoenix - 3:02pm on 08/26/20

Warning: In my linked post, cheezz asked if this had cayenne in it? I just did a bit of research - MarilynFL - 4:04pm on 08/23/20

31684. Anyone use Paprika app to save recipes? - Melissa Dallas - 12:54am on 08/22/20 (1)

I had not heard of Paprika. Someone here mentioned CopyMeThat a few years ago - judy-mass - 12:14pm on 08/22/20

31685. Made this tomato gratin the other night--wow was it good!The smell of it baking will drive you wild! [LINK] - MoNJ - 1:45pm on 08/22/20 (6)

I've put in request to neighbors for fresh tomatoes to try this! [NT] - MarilynFL - 9:44am on 08/23/20
Sounds wonderful - thank you! [NT] - deb-in-MI - 12:32pm on 08/23/20
Making it tonight to accompany a leftover roast chicken. Thanks Mo [NT] - Marg CDN2 - 6:04pm on 08/23/20

Did you like it Marg? [NT] - MoNJ - 8:01pm on 08/28/20

The top was perfect. Such a good idea with the gratineed cubes. - Marg CDN2 - 6:01am on 08/29/20

The best part about cooking--it either evokes memories or makes memories. - MoNJ - 12:39pm on 08/31/20

31686. CathyZ's Flourless Chocolate Cake and Samin's Focaccia: their moment to shine... - MarilynFL - 9:27am on 08/23/20 (8)

Samin's Focaccia [NT] [IMAGE] - MarilynFL - 9:27am on 08/23/20

Marilyn's Desperate Times Pantry Tapenade [NT] [IMAGE] - MarilynFL - 9:28am on 08/23/20

CathyZ's Flourless Chocolate Cake {for the birthday girl} [NT] [IMAGE] - MarilynFL - 9:29am on 08/23/20

CathyZ's Flourless Chocolate Cake: The Money Shot [NT] [IMAGE] - MarilynFL - 9:29am on 08/23/20

Lucky birthday girl! Glad everything turned out well--gorgeous pics! - MoNJ - 12:23pm on 08/23/20

Wow. WOW. W.O.W.! [NT] - deb-in-MI - 12:34pm on 08/23/20

Superb........ [NT] - GayR - 1:11pm on 08/23/20
Congrats Marilyn. It all looks wonderful. [NT] - CathyZKauai - 5:17pm on 08/23/20

31687. I got Paprika App and am so happy with how well it works - Melissa Dallas - 12:40pm on 08/24/20 (8)

Interesting--and I have stacks and stacks like you do--question-- - MoNJ - 12:59pm on 08/24/20

I’m sitting some aside, but there are solutions - Melissa Dallas - 1:24pm on 08/24/20

Mo, these are the same exact questions I have. Many of my old paper copies are from Gail's swap - MarilynFL - 2:31pm on 08/24/20

I would view on my 17" MacBook, but can use an old ipad or printer to scan. [NT] - MarilynFL - 2:33pm on 08/24/20
See options on searc - Melissa Dallas - 3:13pm on 08/24/20
Another thing about recipes printed out from here - Melissa Dallas - 4:19pm on 08/24/20

Also, you don’t need a link if you have a general idea where or who it came from - Melissa Dallas - 1:32pm on 08/24/20

I've been using it for years - switched from Mastercook. I - rhoward2va - 6:59pm on 08/24/20

31688. Sometimes a simple baked potato can be the best thing you ate - CathyZKauai - 4:29pm on 08/24/20 (15)

Cathy, do you soak the potatoes in the salt water mixture or. . . - mistral - 6:36pm on 08/24/20

Spoke too soon: Here is the recipe, I hope! REC BAked Potatoes atk - mistral - 6:39pm on 08/24/20

That is the recipe [NT] - CathyZKauai - 10:00pm on 08/24/20

One thing I've noticed is organic russet potatoes taste SO much more like the potatoes I remember. - MarilynFL - 11:31pm on 08/24/20

I have been able to regularly get russets tagged as Burbank Russets from Idaho. . . - mistral - 9:47pm on 08/25/20

Oh geez, and I thought they were good the simple way. I'll try once the new little guys are gone. [NT] - Marg CDN2 - 8:55pm on 08/25/20
Thank you! I LOVE a good baked potato! [NT] - deb-in-MI - 11:36am on 08/26/20

Remember decades ago, when one would go to a good steakhouse and order a steak? - KarenNoCA - 3:14pm on 08/26/20

They serve them down here but are usually wrapped in alum foil which . . . - mistral - 6:49pm on 08/26/20

I would hardly be surprised to find out that the "baked" potato - judy-mass - 8:50pm on 08/26/20

I have cooked baked potatos in the oven and then nuked 'em to reheat. . . - mistral - 5:47pm on 08/27/20

Ickos is right on, or how about the nuked potatoes, double ICK! [NT] - KarenNoCA - 3:12pm on 08/27/20

See my rreply just above about nuking then oven-ing (is that a word? ) (nt) [NT] - mistral - 5:48pm on 08/27/20

The steakhouse here still does. It was beyond mediocre. [NT] - MarilynFL - 9:30pm on 08/26/20

I tried this last night, I think I am potato impaired, the simple things vex me. - LisainLA - 8:57pm on 09/06/20

31689. Will try this tomorrow as I have all the ingredients: Spicy Stir-Fried Cabbage - MarilynFL - 11:44pm on 08/24/20 (15)

thanks I think I will try this one too for Wednesday [NT] - pmassell_93 - 12:00am on 08/25/20
I'd probably yank that star anise pod before serving. [NT] - Michael in Phoenix - 3:32pm on 08/25/20
how did it come out for you M? I made a few adjustments because... - pmassell_93 - 1:00am on 08/27/20

Not made yet, Paul. I spent the day in Asheville getting my car repaired AGAIN after - MarilynFL - 10:08am on 08/27/20

For the residue can you brush a paper towel across the top to catch it? [NT] - Charley - 10:53am on 08/27/20

the multi-layer cheesecloth and chinois cup worked well. Thanks. [NT] - MarilynFL - 10:03pm on 08/27/20

my guess would be: - pmassell_93 - 2:33pm on 08/27/20

My take on Stir-fry cabbage [IMAGE] - MarilynFL - 8:29pm on 08/27/20

The aromatics [NT] [IMAGE] - MarilynFL - 8:30pm on 08/27/20

The finished (tasty) dish [NT] [IMAGE] - MarilynFL - 8:31pm on 08/27/20

Lunch with the hummingbirds and a gazillion spiders [IMAGE] - MarilynFL - 8:31pm on 08/27/20

looks really good and peaceful setting - pmassell_93 - 10:06pm on 08/27/20
So very rural. I'm surprised you actually found neighbours. - Marg CDN2 - 7:07pm on 08/28/20

Wow, I have never been to Florida, but my vision is always flat, sunshine, water - KarenNoCA - 3:00pm on 08/28/20

Karen, I moved to North Carolina near the Smoky Mountains when I retired. You're - MarilynFL - 4:16pm on 08/28/20

31690. are there any natural non-sugar sweeteners that carmelize? - pmassell_93 - 12:06am on 08/28/20 (3)

Paul, here's a keto recipe for flan that uses erythritol but I have NO idea what that is. Could [LINK] - MarilynFL - 11:41am on 08/28/20

nice, thank you [NT] - pmassell_93 - 2:13pm on 08/28/20
made this my comments - pmassell_93 - 11:32pm on 08/31/20

31691. MariaD, I've been asked to make a plain cheesecake for neighbor's BD with strawberries [LINK] - MarilynFL - 11:53am on 08/28/20 (11)

Marilyn, While you are awaiting Maria's reply....I bookmarked this website [LINK] - GayR - 5:50pm on 08/28/20

Thanks. Turns out I can't use Maria's lovely design...because the recipe I followed LIED! - MarilynFL - 12:59pm on 08/30/20

Marilyn, Just chalk it up to bad cheesecake karma......your frustrating experience I am - GayR - 2:30pm on 08/30/20

Here's the Mariana Trench Cheesecake out of the oven [NT] [IMAGE] - MarilynFL - 12:24pm on 08/31/20

Here's the cake gussied up for the birthday girl. (This shot caused a bit of consternation [IMAGE] - MarilynFL - 12:27pm on 08/31/20

...and if you thought my view was nice...check out my neighbors. She's at 4,000 feet. The dahlias [IMAGE] - MarilynFL - 12:30pm on 08/31/20

*The Perfect Cheesecake Recipe* {note: this method did not work!!} [NT] [LINK] - MarilynFL - 12:37pm on 08/31/20

No I let the fruit speak in all it’s plain glory, but I seek out the best fruit - MariaDNoCA - 12:06am on 08/29/20

Lucky you. I can choose between Driscoll or Driscoll. Or Driscoll [NT] - MarilynFL - 1:09pm on 08/30/20

All you ever wanted to know about commercial strawberries and Driscoll. - Charley - 4:23pm on 08/30/20

Interesting intrigue over a simple strawberry. PS: Charley, could you copy your ref into the - MarilynFL - 7:56pm on 08/31/20

31692. Vintage Zucchini thread--for those of us with a dozen sitting on the counter.... [LINK] - MoNJ - 7:59pm on 08/28/20 (1)

Thanks, I needed this!! [NT] - MariaDNoCA - 9:48pm on 08/30/20

31693. I just sliced eight peaches for a pie. They are not worthy. What else can I do with them? - MariaDNoCA - 12:09am on 08/29/20 (17)

Maria, my friend spent $170 at the LG farmer's market. Her hubby was not happy. [NT] - MarilynFL - 12:36am on 08/29/20

Wow, my guess is, she has about 8 folks to feed? [NT] - KarenNoCA - 1:44am on 08/29/20

No...she just loves beautiful food. [NT] - MarilynFL - 12:41pm on 08/29/20

I feel her pain. The figs I got at LG had less than 24 hrs left in them. - MariaDNoCA - 5:17am on 08/29/20
I found peaches to be not as exciting this year, as they have been in the past. For me, that - Marg CDN2 - 5:54am on 08/29/20

I fortunately have found the opposite although I think ours are done now. OUrs have been - Charley - 10:02am on 08/29/20

Make a smoothie and add "stuff".? [NT] - Charley - 12:28pm on 08/29/20
I tried to make Wild Turkey peach jam & it didn't work out, so I drained off the sugared peach syrup - MarilynFL - 12:47pm on 08/29/20

PS: The peaches I got here in western NC were mediocre (organic, regular or local). [NT] - MarilynFL - 12:50pm on 08/29/20

The couple I buy from at the farmer's market come from just north of Shelby. - Charley - 1:01pm on 08/29/20

Oh, my, that sounds VERY appealing! (Nt) [NT] - mistral - 8:18pm on 08/29/20
Those peaches came from Jaemor Farms in GA. Stopped there on the drive to Atlanta. [LINK] - MarilynFL - 8:38pm on 08/29/20

This was from Marg CDN2 in a peach thread. It is really good - CathyZKauai - 5:18pm on 08/29/20

Marg made a mistake this year by putting in an extra touch of adobo. Silly Marg [NT] - Marg CDN2 - 6:04pm on 08/29/20

Macerate and make jam. Or macerate over night then make pie. (nt) [NT] - mistral - 8:16pm on 08/29/20
I made a cobbler and threw in strawberries. Not worth the calories… - MariaDNoCA - 6:00pm on 08/30/20

Pick those squash daily, and pick 'em small!! or. . . - mistral - 9:03pm on 08/30/20

31694. Amount of pulled pork from a pork butt - Charley - 12:33pm on 08/29/20 (3)

5 # will feed 35 to 40. So, are you saying pulled pork in a bun will feed that many? [NT] - KarenNoCA - 1:24pm on 08/29/20
That only allows for about 1/8th of a pound of meat per serving - judy-mass - 1:31pm on 08/29/20

Well, I guess this wasn't as helful as I thought, but the measurement is. I will walk back the 35-40 - Charley - 1:51pm on 08/29/20

31695. How much is a cup of flour in grams? [LINK] - oli - 1:50pm on 08/29/20 (7)

Oli, a useful search is: cup = gram Just using the = sign, you can search just about anything. [NT] - Marg CDN2 - 5:07pm on 08/29/20
It varies depending on the source. King Arthur's unbleached AP flour is 120 grams - MarilynFL - 5:37pm on 08/29/20

Blessed are the weight givers as they will not be cursed upon recipe completion!(Nt) [NT] - mistral - 8:14pm on 08/29/20

Can I hear an AMEN! [NT] - MarilynFL - 9:25pm on 09/01/20

If you google how much is a cup of flour you get a bunch of different results. This person - oli - 9:16pm on 08/29/20

It also depends on the container you're using as a *cup* measurement. Mom had a few - MarilynFL - 11:01am on 09/02/20

There's an eye-opener. Interesting. [NT] - Marg CDN2 - 5:40pm on 09/02/20

31696. Right Side Up Cake with Summer Fruit - Melissa Dallas - 2:54pm on 08/30/20 (1)

This reads delicious. I'm going to print it out and save it for when we can gather together again. [NT] - Michael in Phoenix - 11:03pm on 09/07/20

31697. NFRC: Walmart - KarenNoCA - 4:04pm on 08/30/20 (7)

I’m guessing it is like on Amazon - Melissa Dallas - 1:12am on 08/31/20
Research today indicates Amazon is selling products from other vendors, Walmart is one [NT] - KarenNoCA - 1:39am on 08/31/20

Walmart’s Website has other vendors selling through their site too [NT] - Melissa Dallas - 2:20am on 08/31/20

How do I get on the didn't-order and no-pay but keep-it-anyway list? I'd like to be there. [NT] - Marg CDN2 - 9:26pm on 08/31/20

Yeah, me too!! I literally get about one order per day from Amazon these days and have managed - Charley - 11:18am on 09/01/20

I certainly did not need 20 lbs of flour, so I did give one bag away. I still have not opened up - KarenNoCA - 2:51pm on 09/01/20

I will say that Amazon is quick to make things right if there's a problem. [NT] - Charley - 7:14pm on 09/01/20

31698. Hey MoNJ, question about your tomato gratin (linked) [LINK] - MarilynFL - 3:40pm on 08/31/20 (3)

I think you need those meaty interiors aka super juicy for this to hit the mark - MoNJ - 1:19pm on 09/01/20

I was complaining (re: bit@hing) to a friend who then got 20 beefy tomatoes from a neighbor's farm. [LINK] - MarilynFL - 9:04pm on 09/01/20

I read the comments section of the recipe and one person made it twice - MoNJ - 4:32pm on 09/01/20

31699. powdered vanilla blancmange [LINK] - oli - 12:19am on 09/01/20 (9)

Yes, I would think so. Here is a recipe for blancmange and it is basically - Charley - 11:55am on 09/01/20

Will I be safe buying vanilla pudding - instant or slow? - oli - 1:08pm on 09/01/20

I don't think it makes much difference--it's just pudding with fruit. [NT] - Charley - 7:13pm on 09/01/20
Slow. Buy regular pudding mix that requires cooking-Don’t buy instant [NT] - Melissa Dallas - 7:33pm on 09/01/20

Absolutely agree. Regular not instant. [NT] - CathyZKauai - 10:57pm on 09/01/20

I think I might go with this. [NT] [LINK] - oli - 11:51pm on 09/01/20

Why spend that money when it is easy to make your own - Charley - 10:41am on 09/02/20

Please let her do what she WANTS to do, not what YOU want her to do. Thank you. [NT] - CathyZKauai - 2:30am on 09/05/20

I think it's a "he". And I was only suggesting that there are other ways to make - Charley - 8:46pm on 09/05/20

31700. BBQ ground pork in BBQ sauce - uses? - oli - 3:10am on 09/01/20 (13)

Add beans, tomato and spice and call it chili, or - judy-mass - 3:28am on 09/01/20
Add it to baked beans==delicious. Make tacos. add some lettuce, tomatoes, and - Charley - 11:16am on 09/01/20

BBQ ground pork in BBQ sauce - uses? - oli - 1:34pm on 09/01/20

Well, lots of good ideas for you I think. Chili above would be really good and would/could use up a - Charley - 7:11pm on 09/01/20

Look up pork laarb, it is very yummy, served in a lettuce cup. - KarenNoCA - 2:40pm on 09/01/20
How many pounds are in a case? Give some to neighbors .....or a soup kitchen. [NT] - KarenNoCA - 2:45pm on 09/01/20
Here are a couple suggestions off the top of my head - CathyZKauai - 4:40pm on 09/01/20
wrap in pastries like empanadas [NT] - Marg CDN2 - 7:15pm on 09/01/20

Great idea, Marg. [NT] - Pat-NoCal - 2:16am on 09/02/20

Use as a topping for baked potatoes, along with sour cream, green onion, cheddar cheese, if desired [NT] - Pat-NoCal - 8:34pm on 09/01/20

LOL was going to suggest hollowing out a baked potato and stuffing with the pork [NT] - CathyZKauai - 8:35pm on 09/01/20

We think alike! :-) I know it would be good...it would be similar to a pulled pork - Pat-NoCal - 8:39pm on 09/01/20

And you could freeze some for when you aren't sick of eating it any longer [NT] - CathyZKauai - 8:37pm on 09/01/20

31701. Re the barbacoa. I simply cannot put the money down on oxtails. Do you think it would be fine - Marg CDN2 - 2:57am on 09/02/20 (11)

Most Mexicans here use chuck roast and/or beef cheeks - Melissa Dallas - 10:02am on 09/02/20

Oh. My. Melissa, have you ever partaken of that...version? [NT] - MarilynFL - 10:57am on 09/02/20

I have. - Melissa Dallas - 11:09am on 09/03/20

Oh, poor cow. [NT] - Marg CDN2 - 5:37pm on 09/02/20
Am I the only one who remembers the scene from Giant where Liz Taylor faints when the brains - Curious1 - 8:57pm on 09/02/20

Marg, I've used beef once and pork the next two times for that recipe. Both are amazing. - MarilynFL - 10:52am on 09/02/20

OK. I feel encouraged. ANd good to know it freezes well. We are still not having friends for dinner - Marg CDN2 - 5:36pm on 09/02/20
Just looked at the recipe. It looks like you could try a pound of bone in beef shin. . . - mistral - 7:33pm on 09/02/20

Easy to find shank and I use it often. My supermarket even sells it boneless now. Here's a recipe I [LINK] - Marg CDN2 - 7:50pm on 09/02/20

Barnyard? I have cooked chunks of beef shank, never noticed barnyard. . . - mistral - 7:28pm on 09/03/20

Yes, reminiscent of what the animals walk around in at the lower leg level. - Marg CDN2 - 11:56pm on 09/03/20

31702. What we had for dinner- Meatballs in Guajillo Sauce [LINK] - judy-mass - 1:43pm on 09/02/20 (4)

Thanks for the link, Judy. I've never heard of Pati & watched her make dipped enchiladas - MarilynFL - 2:47pm on 09/02/20

She is so much fun to watch - judy-mass - 2:55pm on 09/02/20

I like the fact that when she eats/tastes something she doesn't take a nibble. . . - mistral - 7:27pm on 09/02/20

I like her show and how she presents her recipes. Just when you think it's... - Michael in Phoenix - 1:59pm on 09/03/20

31703. Chickpea (instead of tuna) Salad sandwich from NYTimes Melissa Clark - MarilynFL - 2:16pm on 09/03/20 (2)

I have that one saved and am getting ready to make this one for our beach - Charley - 11:18am on 09/04/20
Looks good Marilyn- and try this one if you want another recipe-really tasty - CathyZKauai - 2:28am on 09/05/20

31704. MoNJ, could you please email me re: tomato gratin - MarilynFL - 2:52pm on 09/03/20 (2)

Done! Looking forward to hearing your dinner recap. [NT] - MoNJ - 8:06pm on 09/03/20

Thanks. Just responded. [NT] - MarilynFL - 9:04pm on 09/03/20

31705. Need help with recipe - oli - 2:54pm on 09/04/20 (11)

Here's my take - judy-mass - 3:29pm on 09/04/20

How much is the two packets of vanilla pudding according to the recipe? - oli - 8:00pm on 09/04/20
If you look at the picture, the bottom crust is quite open and airy. . . - mistral - 8:09pm on 09/04/20
Judy and Mistral, may I complement you on your excellent advice? Thumbs way up. [NT] - CathyZKauai - 2:29am on 09/05/20

Compliment, not Complement LOL no kudos for my spelling today! [NT] - CathyZKauai - 2:38am on 09/05/20

Came just fine even though I made a booboo. Definitely not what I am use to as short cake. - oli - 5:39pm on 09/05/20

Some help. - Richard in Cincy - 5:39pm on 09/05/20

most informative about the pastry.........thank you [NT] - Marg CDN2 - 6:54pm on 09/05/20
Richard, do you have another German version of this shortcake, I'd like to compare. [NT] - oli - 10:45pm on 09/05/20

Oli, they're all basically the same - Richard in Cincy - 1:21pm on 09/07/20

The only problem I have with frozen dough and a grater is grating a piece of the fingers. [NT] - oli - 7:26pm on 09/11/20

31706. MoNJ's tomato gratin is wonderful! A bit of advice for the kitchen renegade...follow the recipe. [LINK] - MarilynFL - 12:25pm on 09/05/20 (7)

Tomato gratin prebaked [NT] [IMAGE] - MarilynFL - 12:30pm on 09/05/20

Tomato gratin baked [NT] [IMAGE] - MarilynFL - 12:30pm on 09/05/20

Tomato gratin all dressed up for dinner, where it was, in fact, dinner. [NT] [IMAGE] - MarilynFL - 12:31pm on 09/05/20

That looks terrific! So glad you enjoyed it. And you answered a question - MoNJ - 3:09pm on 09/05/20
So, did the "smell of it cooking drive you wild," as suggested by the article? [NT] - KarenNoCA - 7:16pm on 09/05/20

It smells very homey...and my tomatoes weren't even the best available. - MarilynFL - 8:31pm on 09/05/20

Also, this isn't a dish for someone on Low Carb or Keto. Just don't do that to yourself. [NT] - MarilynFL - 8:33pm on 09/05/20

31707. For those who complain when free zucchinis are piling up and all the furniture legs [IMAGE] - MarilynFL - 12:42pm on 09/05/20 (3)

Ridiculous price for this time of year. Today, at Farmers, my favorite grower had zucchini bagged - KarenNoCA - 7:12pm on 09/05/20

Several mkts here are doing prebagged for covid. [NT] - MariaDNoCA - 10:05pm on 09/05/20

I have one plant and can’t keep up!! [NT] - MariaDNoCA - 10:06pm on 09/05/20

31708. A tad embarrassed for this recipe after MoNJ's lovely tomato gratin above: Cheezit Tomato Casserole - deb-in-MI - 11:53am on 09/07/20 (2)

I am so making this since I'm already carrying around an extra Quarantine Fifteen pounds. - MarilynFL - 6:27pm on 09/07/20

I'd answer that!!! [NT] - deb-in-MI - 3:30pm on 09/11/20

31709. Do you think I would have any problem doubling this recipe? [NT] [LINK] - CynUpstateNY - 1:08pm on 09/07/20 (11)

Also, I’m using buttemilk instead of regular for more Tang. [NT] - CynUpstateNY - 1:35pm on 09/07/20

Cyn, You may find this helpful [LINK] - GayR - 3:13pm on 09/07/20

Cyn, my only concern would be the baking soda reaction to the buttermilk. [IMAGE] - MarilynFL - 3:20pm on 09/07/20

Well, there in the oven! Thank you for the information. - CynUpstateNY - 4:03pm on 09/07/20

They’re . I do know the difference but I dictated [NT] - CynUpstateNY - 4:04pm on 09/07/20

Beautiful cake, Mar! [NT] - CynUpstateNY - 12:46pm on 09/08/20

Just thought I would post a follow up. The cupcakes are excellent! [NT] - CynUpstateNY - 10:02pm on 09/07/20

Thanks, Cyn. So...what were your recipe changes? [NT] - MarilynFL - 11:29pm on 09/07/20

I subbed buttermilk for regular, used a lot more lemon juice and zest , I didn't measure, just - CynUpstateNY - 12:43pm on 09/08/20

Thank you. Sounds like a definite keeper with a *Get Out of Guilt* free ingredient. - MarilynFL - 12:55pm on 09/08/20

Sorry, no idea. Maybe something lower like an 8 inch square for a single recipe and a 13x9x2 for - CynUpstateNY - 12:04pm on 09/10/20

31710. RCP: Sweet Potato Gratin with Smoked Chiles - KarenNoCA - 5:26pm on 09/07/20 (0)

31711. The Great Pastrami Experiment- sorry it is a long story [IMAGE] - CathyZKauai - 5:49pm on 09/07/20 (29)

Here is the brisket out of the brine and ready to smoke [NT] [IMAGE] - CathyZKauai - 6:04pm on 09/07/20
And here is the pastrami just out of the oven [IMAGE] - CathyZKauai - 6:06pm on 09/07/20

looks awesome great project - pmassell_93 - 6:20pm on 09/07/20

Bravo!! Very nicely done, Cathy! [NT] - Pat-NoCal - 8:08pm on 09/07/20
Cathy, that looks wonderful! (nt) [NT] - mistral - 8:31pm on 09/07/20
Beautiful! [NT] - CynUpstateNY - 10:04pm on 09/07/20
You-a makin' me-a hungry! [NT] - Michael in Phoenix - 10:57pm on 09/07/20

Try it- it is not as difficult as you might imagine. [NT] - CathyZKauai - 11:26pm on 09/07/20

I've been looking at making my own corned beef. I haven't done it yet, but curing a brisket... - Michael in Phoenix - 1:36pm on 09/08/20

So I'm kinda scared to ask, but does this mean I can do this in my oven? No grill...no smoke?? - MarilynFL - 11:31pm on 09/07/20

Yes you can do it all in the oven. [NT] - CathyZKauai - 4:53pm on 09/08/20

Thank you! [NT] - MarilynFL - 1:57am on 09/09/20

I have been making pastrami for a while... [LINK] - judy-mass - 12:06am on 09/08/20

I see it at my local Kroger for around $2.50 per pound, whole, in-the-bag. [NT] - Michael in Phoenix - 1:37pm on 09/08/20
In this recipe I see Kosher salt but no curing salt- is that right Judy? [NT] - CathyZKauai - 4:59pm on 09/08/20

No curing salt in my recipe. - judy-mass - 9:48pm on 09/08/20

After reading Richard's corned beef success in 2014, I went online and bought curing salt... [LINK] - MarilynFL - 1:46am on 09/09/20

You can probably get some at your local supermarket--Morton's TenderQuick. - Charley - 12:53pm on 09/09/20

Nope. That's the stuff I had to order online. And since this is an agro area, every single - MarilynFL - 2:21pm on 09/09/20

Marilyn, I will send you some - judy-mass - 2:26pm on 09/09/20

judy, thanks so much but I solved the problem by taking all the glass jars out of my pantry - MarilynFL - 2:32pm on 09/09/20

I was talking about the curing salt! Not canning jars. [NT] - judy-mass - 3:58pm on 09/09/20

oh, ha! Okay...Thanks! I'll send you my address. [NT] - MarilynFL - 8:01pm on 09/09/20

Oh believe me, I know about the jars--jelly jars. I have found more recently. And of course, - Charley - 2:27pm on 09/09/20
Home Depot and Lowes were well stocked with canning jars yesterday while - Pat-NoCal - 4:00pm on 09/09/20

I love the skinny 12 oz jars. Those are really hard to find. [NT] - MarilynFL - 4:14pm on 09/09/20

Cathy that looks stunning...adding brisket to the Costco list... - Richard in Cincy - 1:56pm on 09/08/20
Congratulations! I love a happy ending for a cooking project/experiment :) - MoNJ - 3:02pm on 09/08/20
What a wonderful story! I was nervous cooking a brisket my 1st time (just 5 yrs ago!). Your - wigs - 5:18pm on 09/09/20

31712. Grilled Pork Chops Adobo with Spicy Apple Chutney - KarenNoCA - 5:59pm on 09/07/20 (4)

I don't think the neighbours would welcome a wood fire in my apartment but I do have adobo left over - Marg CDN2 - 7:04pm on 09/07/20

I think it says you can also use a broiler, or an outdoor grill. [NT] - KarenNoCA - 8:25pm on 09/07/20

I will. Or pick my least favourite room and stoke the fire there. Got the chops tonight. [NT] - Marg CDN2 - 4:40am on 09/08/20

Marg, you make me smile. Thank you. [NT] - MarilynFL - 11:51am on 09/11/20

31713. Saveur Summer Tomato Pie-a new T&T at our house [LINK] - Richard in Cincy - 1:48pm on 09/08/20 (3)

DS and DDIL have actually eaten this at Vivian's restaurant--a real treat and a - Charley - 3:41pm on 09/08/20
Good. My plan was to make one tonight but wanted a new recipe. [NT] - Marg CDN2 - 7:34pm on 09/08/20
Sounds delicious ! Love Fontina:) [NT] - deb-in-MI - 3:31pm on 09/11/20

31714. Wok breath - Charley - 1:57pm on 09/08/20 (10)

I get wok hey using a large, preheated cast iron pan. . . - mistral - 6:16pm on 09/09/20

Yes, people talk about using their turkey frier burner to do a stir fry. [NT] - Charley - 7:36pm on 09/09/20
Yes, people talk about using their turkey frier burner to do a stir fry. - Charley - 7:37pm on 09/09/20

Michael in Phoenix told us about that a decade ago. For Boy Scout camp, I think. - MarilynFL - 12:55am on 09/10/20

Pardon me...it was 2008. I'm getting old and decades are starting to blur. [NT] [LINK] - MarilynFL - 10:38am on 09/10/20

I know what you mean Marg. Yesterday someone said to me oh that happened backin 1973 - CynUpstateNY - 2:18pm on 09/11/20

Another Kenki suggestion is putting your walk on top of a lit charcoal chimney [NT] - Melissa Dallas - 9:12pm on 09/09/20

Wok... [NT] - Melissa Dallas - 9:12pm on 09/09/20
I won't go there--I would just dump the hot charcoal all over my feet!!! (nt) [NT] - mistral - 1:46am on 09/11/20

Every time I scroll past this I think, they need a breath mint [NT] - MariaDNoCA - 12:57am on 09/14/20

31715. This was weird. I stopped at Walmart for Splenda (sucralose in a yellow box) and there was none - MarilynFL - 2:28pm on 09/09/20 (8)

Easy explanation...that's the gender reveal shelf. [NT] - Pat-NoCal - 3:55pm on 09/09/20

Ha! Hahahaha [NT] - MarilynFL - 5:35pm on 09/09/20
If only a gender refeal shelf had been used instead of a gender reveal smoke device (more) - mistral - 6:12pm on 09/09/20

If you look up the crimes that have happened because of accidents with gender reveal parties - KarenNoCA - 3:42pm on 09/10/20

I saw that same article about the gender reveal party woman. People can be so stupid! (nt) [NT] - mistral - 8:05pm on 09/10/20

I liked better the method of cutting into cake to reveal pink or blue filling. ;-) [NT] - Pat-NoCal - 9:44pm on 09/11/20

Alot easier (I think) and a lot less dangerous. . .(nt) [NT] - mistral - 11:22pm on 09/12/20

Amen, Sister!!! [NT] - Pat-NoCal - 7:36pm on 09/13/20

31716. [NT] - GayR - 8:10pm on 09/10/20 (0)

31717. A friend of mine gave me a jar of her corn relish. It was so delicious I asked for the recipe - CynUpstateNY - 10:12pm on 09/10/20 (9)

i love corn relish but when making it no corn starch. Maybe look at other recipes - Charley - 11:38pm on 09/10/20
REC: Pickled Corn Relish inside, recipe calls for a minimum of flour to thicken: [LINK] - mistral - 1:42am on 09/11/20
I have been canning for years but only from approved sources. This is the recipe - CynUpstateNY - 1:45pm on 09/11/20

Same with me as I am an MFP, approved recipes/sources only. But, a suggestion: - mistral - 11:16pm on 09/12/20

A friend of mine gave me some pH test strips so I’ll see how that works out [NT] - CynUpstateNY - 12:18pm on 09/13/20

And thank you for the suggestion! [NT] - CynUpstateNY - 12:18pm on 09/13/20

Mistral, thank you for sharing all your master food preserver tips and advice over the years. It's - Pat-NoCal - 7:35pm on 09/13/20

Mistral, Decided to take your advice and just refrigerate. Thank you again! [NT] - CynUpstateNY - 8:19pm on 09/13/20
You're welcome! (nt) [NT] - mistral - 8:23pm on 09/13/20

31718. REC: Vanilla Rice Pudding with Apple and Blackberry Compote [LINK] - deb-in-MI - 3:33pm on 09/11/20 (0)

31719. Help with recipe [LINK] - oli - 1:54am on 09/12/20 (8)

I posted your question to the comments section of the recipe page. - judy-mass - 2:20am on 09/12/20
You aren't just boiling the 2C of cream =You are adding sugar and lemon - Charley - 11:19am on 09/12/20
Here’s the video where they made it on the show [LINK] - Melissa Dallas - 11:20am on 09/12/20

Had a feeling that the sugar played a part. Learning every day. [NT] - oli - 5:31pm on 09/12/20

The chefs at our community make lemon posset and it is SO delicious--when looking - Charley - 7:29pm on 09/12/20
The sugar also plays a part in the thickening of the posset, not just "volume". [NT] - Charley - 10:23pm on 09/12/20

It definitely doesn't serve 4. Looked pitiful in 4 glasses. Double the recipe for 4 servings - oli - 9:56pm on 09/13/20

Exactly--it is incredibly delicious and incredibly rich!! Serve in juice glasses!! [NT] - Charley - 11:01am on 09/14/20

31720. ISO: Richard in Cincy, if you see this, can you advise within the next 2 hours? It's 2:00 PM now. - MarilynFL - 5:59pm on 09/12/20 (9)

Not richard but have made and enjoyed many a tomato pie. I think an hour will - Charley - 7:28pm on 09/12/20
Oh good idea. I'm making it tonight. Or trying to again. I hope you have an opinion for me. [NT] - Marg CDN2 - 8:50pm on 09/12/20
This is definitely a good pie. Sadly, my crust was stretched a bit too thin so the [IMAGE] - MarilynFL - 12:07am on 09/13/20

Here's the baked beauty. [IMAGE] - MarilynFL - 12:07am on 09/13/20

Yes it is. When I tell you about mine I will put it in very teeny print. I am so embarrassed. [NT] - Marg CDN2 - 5:23pm on 09/13/20
Wiping the drool off my keyboard... [NT] - deb-in-MI - 12:19pm on 09/15/20

Sorry I missed your request. - Richard in Cincy - 7:59pm on 09/15/20

send me an email at - MarilynFL - 8:32pm on 09/15/20
I did seed the tomatoes. Mine drained for 1.5 hours and was still exuding liquid, so I gave them - MarilynFL - 8:33pm on 09/15/20

31721. ISO: Sausage gravy for biscuits: how to make it really yummy - Anna_X - 7:04pm on 09/12/20 (15)

You have it just right but when you make the gravy after browning the meat and adding the - Charley - 7:27pm on 09/12/20

Anna Have a look at Chef David Bull's Recipe Featured in the Magazine [LINK] - GayR - 7:35pm on 09/12/20

Chef recipe is interesting but - Anna_X - 9:26pm on 09/12/20

Very welcome Anna..... [NT] - GayR - 10:35pm on 09/12/20

omg, I have never used water. Blasphemy! [NT] - Anna_X - 9:18pm on 09/12/20

Well, no I haven't either for sausage gravy but do for "gravy". One never knows. ;o) [NT] - Charley - 10:16pm on 09/12/20
I make it both ways. W/water it seems more savory, with milk/cream, more sweet. And. . . - mistral - 11:12pm on 09/12/20

Whatever you do, make sure you put enough salt in it and . . . - mistral - 11:05pm on 09/12/20

Also, nicely brown your sausage, remove the sausage and then continue to cook . . . - mistral - 11:08pm on 09/12/20

Very good advice, Mistral, and along the lines of this cool article on the Maillard Reaction which [LINK] - Pat-NoCal - 7:30pm on 09/13/20

Uh, I wanted to say "Maillard" but I couldn't remember how to spell it!! (nt) [NT] - mistral - 12:06am on 09/17/20

I’ve made and eaten biscuits and gravy all my life - Melissa Dallas - 1:03am on 09/13/20

Ooh, I am with you, bacon fat gravy is wonderful, but then I love bacon . . . - mistral - 6:20pm on 09/13/20
I second this! - Richard in Cincy - 7:55pm on 09/15/20

Thanks, you have all given me ideas to try - Anna_X - 5:17pm on 09/13/20

31722. Calif, Wash, Oregon people. I am so worried about everyone. And the land, the wildlife, the - Marg CDN2 - 4:08am on 09/13/20 (16)

We are hanging in there.... - Pat-NoCal - 7:07pm on 09/13/20

Thank you for responding. I look down the coast and worry, though I cannot see the Olympics any more - Marg CDN2 - 8:21pm on 09/13/20

It has been a rough three years for us here in Redding. First, we had a huge portion - KarenNoCA - 8:15pm on 09/14/20

I had been thinking about you. Glad that you checked in. - judy-mass - 9:09pm on 09/13/20

Thank you, Marg and Judy. There are folks who have lost everything to the fires so - Pat-NoCal - 9:36pm on 09/13/20

Oh my friend, we're in our 10th week of solid rain. I truly wish I could send you some. [NT] - MarilynFL - 2:14pm on 09/14/20

Just checked my local rainfall for the year: 56" so far. [NT] - MarilynFL - 6:17pm on 09/17/20

As Pat said, the smoke has been pretty bad... - MariaDNoCA - 12:50am on 09/14/20

oh my .... this all makes me so so sad [NT] - Marg CDN2 - 3:27am on 09/14/20

Thank you for reporting in. What about mistral, Traca, cheezz, LisainLA, Luisa, Susan - MarilynFL - 2:13pm on 09/14/20

Joe has been posting regularly on FB - judy-mass - 3:02pm on 09/14/20
We are fine between the citycSan Diego and the Jamul Valley fire - Anna_X - 5:12pm on 09/14/20
((Thinking of everyone in the states affected)) [NT] - deb-in-MI - 12:20pm on 09/15/20

DDIL says a front is coming in on Oregon with rain that hopefully may help. - Charley - 9:08pm on 09/14/20

Fires in Oregon are terrible. the entire community of Talent was taken out - KarenNoCA - 11:39pm on 09/14/20

Yes, basically a line of fire is from Portland to CA boarder - MariaDNoCA - 6:04am on 09/16/20

31723. North Carolina Restaurant Milk Bread ..Kindred Milk Bread recipe is intriquing [LINK] - GayR - 7:30pm on 09/13/20 (7)

I did try that recipe I while back - judy-mass - 8:23pm on 09/13/20

Judy, Thank you for your feed back on the recipe.....so helpful - GayR - 9:37pm on 09/13/20

Haven't tried this one but it's the tangzhong method. Looks a lot like a brioche - MarilynFL - 1:55pm on 09/14/20

Joanna Chang's brioche from *Eva Bakes* blog [LINK] - MarilynFL - 1:59pm on 09/14/20

Marilyn, Thank you I love Brioche and will stick with my recipe giving link I have used and [LINK] - GayR - 2:25pm on 09/14/20

Gay, the thing I love about Joanna's is the entire thing is done with the mixer. Then refrigerate. - MarilynFL - 4:02pm on 09/14/20

Yes, Marilyn I do the entire recipe in the mixer also..... [NT] - GayR - 4:43pm on 09/14/20

31724. Southern Living Pumpkin Spice Battenberg Cake .. looks so good [NT] [LINK] - GayR - 8:04pm on 09/13/20 (9)

Here's an uncropped photo showing the layers. I've never *iced* a cake with marzipan. Isn't [LINK] - MarilynFL - 3:27pm on 09/15/20

Yes, and I much prefer Almond Paste however, cannot use it for icing.....an alternative could be [LINK] - GayR - 8:43pm on 09/15/20

I could do the fondant. I make the marshmallow kind and its edible. This stolen link has a recipe [LINK] - MarilynFL - 12:10pm on 09/16/20

Oh! I just read the marzipan recipe and it uses ROSE WATER! That's probably why I hate it. I can't - MarilynFL - 12:20pm on 09/16/20
Marilyn, Did you see the Cherry Marzipan Streusel Cake.....going [LINK] - GayR - 12:48pm on 09/16/20

well I did now--looks like a winner. Gay, the cherries she's using are like bing = sweet. How - MarilynFL - 12:13pm on 09/17/20

I know the cherries when they are available again will try with them.....the cranberry filling I am [LINK] - GayR - 1:11pm on 09/17/20

oh, I see. I thought you were just going to put in fresh naked cranberries. Let us know how this - MarilynFL - 2:09pm on 09/17/20

Yes, it will be a while before I try it....but, will post results when I do.... [NT] - GayR - 3:28pm on 09/17/20

31725. Help please...... - Janet in NC - 8:51pm on 09/14/20 (4)

Maybe add just a tad more flour to make it the right consistency? [NT] - Charley - 9:06pm on 09/14/20
Janet, this savory biscotti recipe from Giada uses 4 C flour w/ 4 eggs. So [LINK] - MarilynFL - 9:23pm on 09/14/20

Thanks, I called King Arthur and they said it probably would be OK. I'm glad to - Janet in NC - 9:52pm on 09/14/20
oh, that was clever! Go right to the source. [NT] - MarilynFL - 11:55pm on 09/14/20

31726. Is insanity a COVID symptom? I just paid $5.25 for TWO tomatoes for Deb's Cheez-It tomato pie. - MarilynFL - 12:17am on 09/15/20 (6)

is the farmer's market too far for you to go? Might have been closed on MOnday. - Charley - 11:12am on 09/15/20

I have found that almost any tomato tastes wonderful after roasting. I use everything from - KarenNoCA - 1:10pm on 09/15/20

I agree--I think among other things it is that the cooking/heat concentrates the flavor, even - Charley - 7:25pm on 09/15/20

Yep, I have even roasted those winter, pale tomatoes that are in the stores all winter long - KarenNoCA - 2:20pm on 09/16/20

You found the difference between to-may-toes and to-mah-toes! [NT] - judy-mass - 12:12pm on 09/15/20

ha! [NT] - MarilynFL - 3:17pm on 09/15/20

31727. Can I half this Pate Brisee recipe? - oli - 2:38pm on 09/15/20 (2)

No problem at all, but dough freezes really well so if you're uncomfortable - MarilynFL - 3:17pm on 09/15/20

Trying not to have any dough left over. Some times I end up throwing away the frozex - oli - 7:16pm on 09/15/20

31728. Deb's Cheez-It tomato pie is delightfully spicy and crunchy...but not pretty. [IMAGE] - MarilynFL - 9:48pm on 09/15/20 (2)

looks like a hedgehog. I'm afraid the tomatoes have run their course here; I have notmore to test on [NT] - Marg CDN2 - 3:53am on 09/16/20
:) [NT] - deb-in-MI - 1:48pm on 09/16/20

31729. Where has all the Barilla and Ronzoni Manicotti gone??? - KarenNoCA - 1:54pm on 09/17/20 (13)

Karen, I'll check in my area. Unfortunately, this isn't a very culinary-focused area so - MarilynFL - 2:07pm on 09/17/20

Karen, I checked at Ingles, Publix and Walmart. No Barilla manicotti in any of them, but [LINK] - MarilynFL - 6:12pm on 09/17/20

Get This, Amazon wants $46 for one pack of 12....price gouging! Shame on them. - KarenNoCA - 10:35pm on 09/17/20

By the way, www.instacart.com is showing that the Raleys in Redding has it. Good luck. [NT] - Pat-NoCal - 2:15pm on 09/18/20

I just checked and it says, "out of stock." [NT] - KarenNoCA - 4:26pm on 09/18/20

:-( [NT] - Pat-NoCal - 6:31pm on 09/18/20

Some of the extra high prices may, although, be because of real costs, exceptional costs. [NT] - Marg CDN2 - 9:22pm on 09/18/20

That is interesting. I checked on Amazon Fresh and only shells and lasagna. You can make - Charley - 3:54pm on 09/17/20
maybe related to the flour shortages a few months ago? [NT] - pmassell_93 - 6:00pm on 09/17/20
I know you have your recipe but here's one using crepes so maybe you - Charley - 11:27am on 09/18/20
Bought Barilla manicotti last week at Safeway. Have also seen at Raleys and Walmart recently. Check - Pat-NoCal - 2:11pm on 09/18/20
Not here either. What about De Cecco? I prefer it. [NT] - Marg CDN2 - 9:21pm on 09/18/20

*Much* prefer De Cecco brand myself, Marg. They make a cannelloni tube - Pat-NoCal - 2:45pm on 09/19/20

31730. Checking on CA folks affected by earthquake last night? Everyone okay? - MarilynFL - 12:29pm on 09/19/20 (3)

Southern CA was hit, terrible for those folks also impacted by the fires, so much terror to bear. [NT] - KarenNoCA - 2:34pm on 09/19/20
OH no! Not more. Goodness, I am afraid to put the news on in the morning. We are still loaded - Marg CDN2 - 5:31pm on 09/19/20

Hmmm, down here, 50 miles east of Los Angeles (or so) we actually had mountains in view . . . - mistral - 12:56am on 09/20/20

31731. Remember when I said this wasn't an innovative culinary area? I'm west of Asheville, which IS [LINK] - MarilynFL - 7:32pm on 09/19/20 (2)

Laughing out loud as I am responding.....here it is a problem with the cashiers not knowing what - GayR - 8:23pm on 09/19/20
This could happen in Charlotte also. Some kids just haven't had a lot of exposure. The schools in - Charley - 10:48am on 09/20/20

31732. I seem to remember a post about freezing sweet corn polenta - judy-mass - 9:25pm on 09/19/20 (11)

judy, could you be thinking of this post? I made a version using frozen corn kernels. [LINK] - MarilynFL - 10:01pm on 09/19/20

Judy, or possibly this thread..... [NT] [LINK] - GayR - 10:04pm on 09/19/20
I put half of the sweet corn polenta into the freezer - judy-mass - 12:17pm on 09/20/20

You're lucky...my local corn already taste like horse food. I think they call it dent corn. [IMAGE] - MarilynFL - 4:02pm on 09/20/20

That looks like what I call cow corn! - judy-mass - 4:11pm on 09/20/20

so maybe that's it. There are cows everywhere around here. [NT] - MarilynFL - 8:53pm on 09/20/20
And we call it "horse corn" which is for feed not "food" as you say.. When I find corn in the - Charley - 11:06am on 09/21/20

...and here are the cows that go in the field AFTER they cut down the corn and put in [IMAGE] - MarilynFL - 1:51pm on 09/21/20

Our daughter, who works on a large farm with a big herd of milk cows - judy-mass - 3:09pm on 09/21/20

very cute [NT] - Marg CDN2 - 3:33pm on 09/21/20
ha...great double entendre! [NT] - MarilynFL - 8:31pm on 09/21/20

31733. Vacuum sealer for $36. Woot. They sell out so act fast if you want one. If you have Amazon Prime - Charley - 11:11am on 09/20/20 (0)

31734. Started this last night and finished this morning. I was concerned because the dough seemed dense [LINK] - CynUpstateNY - 5:46pm on 09/20/20 (8)

I love brioche in all its forms. Problem for me is that it really must be eaten shortly after baking - Marg CDN2 - 7:46pm on 09/20/20

OR if you just can't get it eaten make bread pudding/French toast--can even freeze - Charley - 1:22pm on 09/21/20

The problem is I CAN get it eaten! ;-) [NT] - CynUpstateNY - 4:58pm on 09/21/20

of course! This is why we have premolar & molars...to gnaw into frozen chocolate chip cookie dough. [NT] - MarilynFL - 8:30pm on 09/21/20
I need more friends. [NT] - Marg CDN2 - 11:28pm on 09/21/20

Looks and sounds lovely:) [NT] - deb-in-MI - 7:48pm on 09/20/20
Brioche...was there ever a more *wonderful smell* invoking word? [NT] - MarilynFL - 8:54pm on 09/20/20

Beautiful photos and country you live in Marilyn, reminds me of Humboldt Co - KarenNoCA - 4:07pm on 09/21/20

31735. Do any of you have the Braveheart cookbook? A friend of mine - CynUpstateNY - 1:42pm on 09/22/20 (6)

On the off chance...do you mean this recipe? [NT] [LINK] - Curious1 - 2:09pm on 09/22/20

Well done, C! [NT] - MarilynFL - 4:56pm on 09/22/20
Thank you!! [NT] - CynUpstateNY - 6:43pm on 09/22/20

I do. I’m at doctors for yearly exam. Will photo it for you when I get home. [NT] - MarilynFL - 4:53pm on 09/22/20
Ha ha… Just realized I wrote Braveheart instead of BraveTart. [NT] - CynUpstateNY - 6:41pm on 09/22/20

It's those kilts...they do it every time. [NT] - MarilynFL - 11:20pm on 09/22/20

31736. Has anyone purchased a Geoffrey Zakarian enameled cast iron pan or one of - KarenNoCA - 3:25pm on 09/22/20 (12)

Just my opinion but I won't use coated cookware and consciously avoid made in China - pmassell_93 - 5:09pm on 09/22/20

options - pmassell_93 - 5:55pm on 09/22/20

Marquette Castings - pmassell_93 - 9:10pm on 09/22/20

You bring up good points. One of the best pans I have is an All- Clad test pan sent to me - KarenNoCA - 6:12pm on 09/22/20

I have 1 All Clad and it is my go to I use it more than any other - pmassell_93 - 7:07pm on 09/22/20
Non-stick cookware isn't meant for high heat searing ever. Searing can be done in - Charley - 7:28pm on 09/22/20

I think she is asking about enamel cast iron which is different from non-stick. There is still - Charley - 10:54am on 09/23/20

Zakarian is on QVC and there is a good video where he speaks about his pan - KarenNoCA - 3:41pm on 09/23/20

I have used bleach on my LC and lesser brand and it hasn't hurt the enamel to my - Charley - 10:43am on 09/24/20

You know All Clad does seconds and damaged box sales every so often right? [LINK] - Tess - 7:47pm on 09/23/20

And this black (carbon) steel fry pan is my next try - supposed to be non-stick when seasoned [LINK] - Tess - 7:54pm on 09/23/20

I have the debuyer and gave one to each child for Christmas a few years ago. The one - Charley - 10:52am on 09/24/20

31737. Yummly article on kitchen "mistakes" - Charley - 3:33pm on 09/23/20 (3)

I have noticed more and more recipes calling for a specific salt and giving amouts - KarenNoCA - 3:51pm on 09/23/20

I just bought some "fancy" pink salt that is so fine, well, I have to use it very sparingly.(Nt)_ [NT] - mistral - 6:26pm on 09/23/20

Himalayan Pink Salt? I have very coarse pink salt in a salt grinder - KarenNoCA - 1:26pm on 09/24/20

31738. This BH&G beet and onion jam galette was very tasty. However, since I'm part Ukrainian, [LINK] [IMAGE] - MarilynFL - 4:38pm on 09/23/20 (13)

PS: Morning sunrise greeting from the mountains [NT] [IMAGE] - MarilynFL - 4:50pm on 09/23/20

Beautiful! [NT] - CynUpstateNY - 11:56am on 09/24/20

Thank you for your recipe critique.....The photo is breathtaking..... [NT] - GayR - 5:37pm on 09/23/20
I was looking for the onion jam recipe - judy-mass - 5:54pm on 09/23/20

ah...okay...I looked at three different recipe and morphed them to one. [LINK] - MarilynFL - 7:02pm on 09/23/20

The onions had already started to wilt at this point [NT] [IMAGE] - MarilynFL - 7:03pm on 09/23/20

this is where I added the sugar, vinegar and herbs and continued cooking... [NT] [IMAGE] - MarilynFL - 7:04pm on 09/23/20

...and this is the finished 2 cups on onion jam. [IMAGE] - MarilynFL - 7:06pm on 09/23/20

(and swimming googles because of the fumes) [NT] [IMAGE] - MarilynFL - 7:07pm on 09/23/20

This last image gave me the giggles... - judy-mass - 8:21pm on 09/23/20

I think it's lovely. And such a unique idea. I used to bring jars of onion jam back from France and - Marg CDN2 - 6:43pm on 09/23/20
I wonder if your roasting the beets first is what has made it "dry". Recipe says that the - Charley - 11:02am on 09/24/20

Good point. Will remember that the next time. [NT] - MarilynFL - 11:11am on 09/24/20